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    Kitchen and Beer Bar

    4.1 (131 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Chuck Wagon Taters.
    Emma G.

    ***2 1/2 stars*** My palate is never more open-minded than when I'm famished after a long hike. Everything tastes delicious and I'm definitely grading on a curve as I try to make up for the calories burned in the preceding hours. There are exceptions to every rule though, and none truer than my experience at Kitchen and Beer Bar. I've passed it many times on my way up to Norvin Green or Ringwood, and have considered stopping by, especially since it's been categorized online in a few places as a gastropub (a real weakness of mine). Wanaque unfortunately doesn't have a lot of decent post-hike options, especially with the closure of the restaurant right on the corner of 511 and Westbrook where you turn to cross the reservoir into Norvin Green, so expectations were a bit tempered. I came here with my chum a few Saturdays ago after a five- or six-hour hike at Norvin Green, ready to chow down. The parking situation is a little awkward; unless you're familiar with the area, your instinct (and what we did) is to park at the CVS across the street and cross your fingers that an overly-aggressive tow truck driver isn't on the prowl. It looks like there's a small parking lot around the corner on Doty Road that some of the customers were coming from, so that's where I'd likely park if I ever came back. It's a weird vibe in there. Definitely not a gastropub, but beer bar seems like a pretty decent descriptor. It's very dark in there, and the clientele spanned a huge swath of demographics; I was expecting white middle-aged guys in plaid shirts and work boots (and there may have been one or two), but the majority were surprisingly college-age girls at the bar. We were seated and served pretty quickly, if memory serves. Our waiter was friendly and personable, and I noticed that he stayed fairly close by during our experience and kept an eye on the table. Solid. We ordered the Chuck Wagon Taters ($11) to share, which were the highlight of the adventure. I'd argue it's very difficult to mess up tater tots, but regardless, they were pretty tasty. It was a solid portion for the price, and given the rest of the meal, it was a rare instance where I was glad I filled up on the app. As long as the tater tots are cooked thoroughly and the toppings are warm/properly softened or melted, you should be good to go. I also got a plain burger, and that was honestly one of the worst I've had in a while. Initially it came with toppings, but the waiter immediately remembered that I had requested it plain and took it back in the kitchen. Points for that, but when the naked burger showed up again 20 seconds later, it still had a bit of toppings residue and condiment taste. I'd be curious about other opinions on this topic, but unless the toppings in question are pretty dry, I'm not crazy about just brushing them off and presenting it as a plain burger. I don't want to taste pickle juice or the hint of ketchup or something if I didn't order that. Beyond the toppings issue, the burger was super greasy and tasteless. If the word burger is literally in the name of your establishment, that should be one of your selling points. Very disappointing. This honestly isn't my cup of tea anyway - I'm a wine/cocktail drinker, and the menu (as the name suggests) was mostly beer. Maybe the beer is excellent, but I wouldn't be able to accurately gauge. And for what it's worth, I stayed with water due to my recent activities. I might come back, but it's a hard sell when I know I'd have to tap dance around the menu looking for something akin to the tater tots.

    Froth Naked Lollipop: Pineapple, Strawberry and grapefruit. - A stemmed glass filled with an orange-colored beverage, placed on a bar counter with colorful decorations and bar equipment in the background.
    Jeremy P.

    From the decor, to the music ambushing in the background; the style is vibrant, inviting and quaint. The staff are here to serve, help and give the best suggestions! It becomes very personable and an experience you don't feel uncomfortable with. The food menu is so diverse and fitting to all palates. The beer selection is never ending, and full of NJ local crafts, cans and cocktails. A must do in Waneque.

    Chicken sliders! With an IPA. - A plate with chicken sliders, including fried chicken, lettuce, and sandwich buns, is on a dark table with a glass of beer and a menu in the background.
    Jessica M.

    The place is very unassuming from the outside but when we walked in it was full of people on a random Monday in the middle of a day in the middle of August. We decided to get the chicken cutlet sliders and the grilled chicken sandwich with french fries. The pickled onions - yummy! They were both absolutely delicious. Their beer selection is pretty good - I mostly like beers on tap but if you like other beers by can- they have a lot of them to choose. The waitress who waited on us was on top of everything and so pleasant. She was very accommodating. Prices were affordable. While we were only passing through, we would definitely go there again if we're in the neighborhood.

    The intolerance at this place is all you need to know to stay away. - Two printed signs are attached to a bathroom wall, providing humorous and strict instructions about bathroom use and the toilet sensor.
    Lisa N.

    It was disappointing seeing this sign hanging in the "women's" restroom. The food and beer selection were great but not enough to get me to come back.

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    Amazing beer list, lots of vegetarian side dishes (several flavors of roasted cauliflower, salads. Guests loved the brisket tacos.

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    1 year ago

    Small locals joint. Good pub atmosphere. Really good food, and a good beer list. Try it.

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    1 year ago

    Always great food, extensive beer list, and great staff. One of my favorite local places.

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    1 year ago

    Great food, amazing beer selection and stellar service. Will definitely be one of my go to spots.

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    2 years ago

    Excellent service and very good menu. Very friendly. Had a good experience Had the Kobe beef sliders. Delicious.

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    Great place. Truffle fries!!! The best!! Good entertainment too. Friendly staff and reasonable prices.

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    3 years ago

    I went here one time and I would go again. This is a cool little spot with good food and drinks. I got the Steak Sandwich and a Cider.

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    What a gem! The hot honey wings are honestly maybe the best wings I have had in my life, and that's…read moresaying something. The homemade pasta is fire. We got the bolognese and it was outstanding. The wedge salad is just absolutely drowning in their homemade blue cheese, and thank god for that because I could drink it straight. The spicy mami cocktail was delicious, as was the chocolate martini.

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