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    4.0 (76 reviews)

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    Bryn W.

    Nice service!! Strong drinks:) loving the ambiance, I think this is the nicest restaurant in the airport.

    Grilled chicken sandwich
    Natasha H.

    I've eaten here before and had the steak, which was great, but this time got a grilled chicken sandwich. I was seated quickly and taken care of very efficiently. My sandwich and salad were delicious. It's so nice to have a nice healthy option inside the EWR airport. Definitely a regular stop for me while waiting for my flight!

    Bryan M.

    The layout is fine for airport dining. Generally a nice place the service is fair. The food menu is very limited and for breakfast I had a breakfast burrito. It was very large but just ok. It's an airport dining spot so expectations are typical.

    Salmon, forbidden rice and bok choy - delicious!
    Vivian H.

    I thought I would never say this but wow United flight area in Terminal A was a great experience for me. I do a decent amount of flying for work and I've seen some good airports and some that could use work and will say that this part of Terminal A in Newark was up to par. I had an evening flight back home and was looking for dinner before my flight and found this beautiful restaurant to dine at. They have a circular bar, which gives this place a very spacious feel and overall Terminal A around here felts spacious and not cramped. I sat at the bar and plenty of outlets to charge up your electronics. Service was prompt and efficient. I ordered a draft beer, which was nice and fresh. I had the salmon, forbidden rice and bok choy for dinner and this was an excellent dish. I love forbidden rice and they cooked this perfectly. Meal was great and several of the other bar diners were friendly and we all chatted a bit. I'll definitely come back here again. Thanks for making my flying experience comfortable and enjoyable!

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    Maulik M.

    A gem in terminal A by gate 20-24. I've been coming to Newark airport for a long time. Kitchen step is hands down the best breakfast I have had. Even better than Classified. I really like the atmosphere and open area. Plants on the tables, lots of space, and a pillar decorated like garden. I also loved the food. My avocado toast was amazing. A thick slice of thick-crusted breakd topped with avocado and crushed red pepper flakes. Highly recommended. Finally, Ana was an excellent server. She really made it an outstanding experience.

    Departed souls brewing KS crush tangerine
    Kayo N.

    Stopped by their counter last night for a beer while waiting for a flight to board nearby. Newark airport has recently gotten a facelift and this restaurant/bar is one of the new additions. I enjoyed a nice draft tangerine IPA from Departed Souls Brewing of Jersey City. I wasn't familiar with the brewery but happy to try out something unfamiliar. Service was friendly. I'd definitely stop by again.

    Stephanie D.

    While waiting around for my flight, the atmosphere of this restaurant immediately drew me in. It's a gorgeous aesthetic that reminded me of a higher caliber restaurant with the greenery and the twinkling tree in the middle of the space. Terminal A has definitely stepped up their game! Aside from the great atmosphere, the food was disappointingly mediocre. For this reason and considering the price point, I wouldn't return. Service was super great and while we had time to kill, our server was extremely attentive. I noticed other tables turning over fast too so I wouldn't worry about the experience taking too long. Food: I ordered the Oven roasted chicken breast with polenta, wild mushroom jus, and chive oil, which sounded mouthwatering on paper. The polenta was underwhelmingly flavorless despit the drizzle of chive oil and mushroom ju sauce on top. The chicken breast was cooked nicely, but also lacked flavor. The mushrooms made up for some of this. The broccolini seemed to be a quick blanch and was a pretty small serving of veg. The Grilled chicken sandwich was pretty good and the fries were yummy. Overall, my dish left something to the imagination and almost seemed like a rush job. Presentation with the oil was a bit sloppy too. Drink: I enjoyed a glass of a Sauvignon Blanc my waitress recommended.

    Emily T.

    Good fresh food in the air port is rare. The steak was cooked to perfection and the grilled asparagus was tender. The mushroom sauce was amazing. Our server was a sweetheart and took great care of me even though I sat there a while waiting for my plane. The restaurant was busy and lively.

    Grilled chicken sandwich + side salad Herb marinated grilled chicken + tomato + arugula + burrata + pesto
    Craig G.

    Every time I fly out west, I hope my trek starts from Terminal A. Cleanliness and flow aside, it's mostly for the food. I haven't been out to Kitchen Step's flagship in Jersey City but their menu called to me while waiting on a flight to Phoenix on a Sunday afternoon. Being in an airport, the menu is limited...and at least a few dollars more expensive than you'd find elsewhere. Looking to eat at least modestly healthy: I was sat at a table and ordered a grilled chicken sandwich with side salad and a Departed Souls tangerine IPA. The sandwhich was much better than the typical airport fare: herb marinated chicken breast + tomato + arugula + burrata on a brioche bun with pesto spread. The pesto was bright and herby while the creaminess of the burrata didn't feel too heavy.

    Arcadian greens with salmon
    Kathleen S.

    I stop here whenever I have time in Terminal A. Salads are always very good. I had the Arcadian greens with salmon added. Delicious and service was great!!! Usually pretty quick too

    Failure to launch - no outlets at the bar. Just these plates. For a brand new terminal, disappointing.
    Thea Z.

    Honestly disappointed by the experience. I'll give it a go another time but for now I'm one and done. Service was frustrating, food quality less than average, and set up for an airport just nope. Service: the guy behind the bar could not be bothered. When I asked him for a cocktail list he said there wasn't one, that I could look at what they have and ask for something. I finally flagged him down to order wine and before I could get my order out for the food, he wandered away. He and another guy kept passing off orders to each other , 50% of them getting forgotten. I had to ask for water 3 times. Food: ordered a salad with chicken. Chicken was great! Lettuce was Sandy so not well washed (cmon!), and the banana peppers were mostly the tops which are inedible. I was a sad salad eater. Set up: it's 2023. If you're going to put a brand new eatery in an airport, have outlets. Seriously. Also people kept complaining for lack of service and kept coming up to the bar to try to order and the staff kept getting annoyed instead of addressing the issue. There were tons of staff it seemed, at least 5-6 milling about in the kitchen hanging and talking. Definitely not comparable to the kitchen step in JC or any decent restaurant that's worth a $50 spend for a salad and wine at an airport. Sorry!

    Kale Caesar salad with chicken -- very good!
    Haley S.

    Ambiance-- Great earthy, relaxing ambiance, especially for an airport restaurant. Service-- Lovely wait staff! Both my waiter and the two hostesses provided kind, professional service. Getting seated and served on a Tuesday afternoon was no problem. Food-- My Kale Chicken Caesar salad was delicious. Not just for airport food, but for food in general. This was a good Caesar! The kale was so well marinated/massaged, that it did not taste bitter, not raw, or crunchy, making it easy to eat and digest. I chose to add the chicken, and I'm glad I did. The chicken tasted high quality and was cooked to my liking. It was tender, flavorful, and juicy in the way you want chicken to be. Not at all dry or rubbery or dry (two descriptors I usually associate with airport chicken). If I ever fly via Newark again, I would happily come back here

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    Brian M.

    I'm not gonna lie. I'm a frequent visitor of the restaurant in Jersey City. And I was delighted to see a friendly face in a busy airport. The food and the drinks are delicious in both places. What a great addition to the airport. I would give it five stars but they didn't have the full menu yet. But I can most guarantee when they do it will be glorious. Looking forward to eating in both places again , you guys made Newark airport a nicer place

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    Kitchen Step at Newark airport was surprisingly tasty. I had a wedge salad and margarita. Very tasty!

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    Looking for good airport food and service ? This location delivers. Food and service was excellent.

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    Great service, good food. Our waiter (James) was very…read morefriendly and provided great service.

    Sit back folks. This was a nightmare! We came to celebrate a relative's birthday! (Happy Birthday…read moreM!). This restaurant has plenty of parking. The dining area is large and clean but cold both in looks and temperature. The hostesses were confused about giving us a table vs a booth. We were a party of six and they couldn't understand we'd be more comfortable at a table. Then the wait started. We waited almost 15 minutes before a waiter came over. And that was with me trying to find someone to help us (while the restaurant was barely 10% occupied). We eventually ordered sodas, burgers, fish and chips and a fried mushroom appetizer. And of course, we added the salad bar. Now if you read my past reviews you know I despise salad bars. But, when in Rome.....Now, the drink order of soft drinks took 10 minutes to come out. 6 people. 2 straws. That math doesn't add up. An additional 5 minutes for more straws. The salad bar was relatively clean but not completely refreshed and full. Typical salad bar, but maybe needed maintenance to keep the utensils and ingredients up to par. Then the food arrived- well not all the food...The appetizer was missing...The fish and chips were missing...The burgers came out at different times...I had to find the ketchup hidden behind a counter myself because I couldn't find the waiter. Then after asking twice more and waiting an additional 15 minutes- The waiter came over and said the appetizer and fish and chips would be delayed because the kitchen was backed up. There were literally maybe 5 tables sat in this very large restaurant. The place was empty. I cancelled the fish and chips and appetizer because most of my group were 3/4 done with their food. I just asked for drink refills. Ten minutes later we see the waiter talking to another table. I reminded him to bring the refills and he said yes. Another 10 minutes. No drinks. No waiter. I went up to the hostess and asked for the manager. She was very understanding. She said first she's going to get the drinks over. 10 minutes later our waiter appears with 3 glasses of water. I reminded him about the sodas. Several minutes later they appeared. About 15 minutes later the manager came to the table with all the missing food and told us we would not be charged for the missed dishes. (She didn't charge us and even gave us a discount on the bill). We asked our waiter for the check. He literally stood next to me waiting for me to look at the check and pay. It was so odd. I told him I needed a few minutes. Then it took quite awhile to find him to pay. This was a mess. They didn't clear the plates from the salad bar or the empty glasses from our table the entire time. It was a mess. Now the food. The burger was very good. The tater tots were undercooked. The Mac and Cheese seemed to be satisfying to one of my guests. The fish and chips were greasy and the fries were cold. Despite all this, we had a great time because our family hanging out together can out-weigh even one of the worst served meals out there. Unfortunately, while okay, the food wasn't that good to make up for it. Clear to say....I won't be back!

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    One if by land, two if by sea." Seaport Diner does not disappoint…read more This classic New Jersey diner is the perfect stop whether you're arriving by land (EWR) or coming in via the nearby seaport. The Seaport offers a robust menu that easily covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with plenty of traditional diner favorites done right. I stopped in the morning after a massive storm that blanketed the area with more than 12 inches of snow--and it didn't slow them down one bit. The hardworking staff was welcoming, efficient, and delivered excellent, no-nonsense diner food with warm smiles all around. Reliable, hearty, and exactly what you want from a Jersey diner--Seaport is a spot I'd happily return to.

    A great, classic Jersey diner! Fast, friendly service and a nice menu of classic diner items to…read morechoose from. They even have a Latin breakfast menu with items like a chorizo burrito or breakfast quesadillas! I went with one of my favorite diner breakfasts, biscuits and sausage gravy with eggs and they were on par with most good ones that I've had. Biscuits were amazing, not too thick or dry, sausage gravy was creamy and savory with the perfect amount of peppery taste. The onions and peppers that you can choose to include or leave out of the Homefries is a nice touch and the Homefries themselves were great! Eggs were super fluffy as well! Retro diner look inside and plenty of pastries, desserts and cakes to pick from in the case. All around great diner!

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