Located in a cul-de-sac near gates A20-24, Kitchen Step offers delicious American fare for an airport restaurant. I picked up their steak and eggs for the plane and it was very good. The steak was juicy and seasoned well. The eggs can be anyway you like, and I ordered it over-easy. The yolk was still runny and intact after I brought it on the plane. The fingerling potatoes were seasoned well too. The portion size was just right. For dessert, I ordered a piece of flourless chocolate cake. It was like a fancy brownie. Instead of whipped cream, it was topped with a unique marshmallow fluff. I think I had a better meal on the plane than first class did. read more

On Saturday, while sitting at the bar, I was handed a menu and asked how many lamb meatballs were included in the order. I was told there would be five. When the dish arrived, there were only four meatballs on the plate. When I questioned it, the gentleman responded that he had said "4 or 5 depending on the size" and that sometimes the meatballs are larger, resulting in only four being served. First, that is not what was communicated to me. At no point was I told the quantity depended on the size of the meatballs. If a menu item is being sold by piece count, customers should be given a clear and accurate answer rather than a quantity that varies based on that day's preparation. What was most disappointing was the response after the fact. For a dish priced at over $27, this explanation is unacceptable. Consistency and clear communication are reasonable expectations, especially at that price point. read more

This could've been an ok pre-flight meal (albeit overpriced - per almost every airport meal I've ever had) if not for the lack of clear communication about price. Ordered a salad to-go & the bartender taking the order asked if we wanted shrimp on our salads. The menu said chicken was +$5 extra, so I thought shrimp would rationally be +$8 ish, give or take a dollar or two. Imagine our surprise when he handed us the bill & the shrimp was +$14 - PER SALAD. The salad itself was $18.78 How are you going to charge almost the price of the whole dinner salad just for 5 incredibly average sized shrimp. The salad tasted fine, the shrimp tasted ok - and I understand restaurants have to up charge to make a profit - but that was nowhere close to a $32+ (plus tax, plus tip) salad, even at an airport. Maybe just be up front around your pricing - because I guarantee you no one is adding shrimp for $14 on purpose at the airport. read more

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

Kitchen Step - Cosmopolitan and French 75 - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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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! read more

Kitchen Step - Grilled chicken sandwich - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

I stopped in to relax and get a drink before catching my flight. We got our food before the drinks and the server never checked to see if we needed new drinks or even if we wanted the check. This is the second time I've stopped at this location while waiting for a flight and it was very similar experience each time. The restaurant was not busy at the time. read more

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. read more

Kitchen Step - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

My daughter dined here during a school trip to the east coast. I was baffled when the server added a tip on their own accord after the fact. She said the service was horrible and she told the waitress that. The waitress took it upon herself to add tip that wasn't authorized. And of course there is no public phone number listed to attempt to contact the restaurant. No overpriced airport food is worth this hassle. read more

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! read more

Kitchen Step - Salmon, forbidden rice and bok choy - delicious! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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. read more

Kitchen Step - Menu - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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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. read more

Kitchen Step - Departed souls brewing KS crush tangerine - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

The waitress was incredibly rude. After having 4 drinks, one was a beer and tipping 12$ on top of the outrageous prices at the airport, she then comes back to the table and asks why we didn't tip 25% on the full bill including tax and " airport employee benefits " ! Note to employers- I don't pay your employees salaries, you do! Pay a fucking living wage to support your employees. Don't rely on me to not only be forced to support your business because of crooked airport rules, but then help them make ends meet! read more

Setting your expectations for airport bars aside, this is not a bad option for someone wanting a drink in Terminal A near the 20s gates. Bartenders are good and they made some good cocktails. It's not on the menu, but they can do anything. Bartenders are also pretty nice and do take your order unlike other spots that often resort to QR ordering (see Terminal C) read more

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

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. read more

Kitchen Step - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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. read more

Kitchen Step - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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. read more

Kitchen Step - Grilled chicken sandwich + side salad Herb marinated grilled chicken + tomato + arugula + burrata + pesto - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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 read more

Kitchen Step - Arcadian greens with salmon - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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! read more

Kitchen Step - Failure to launch - no outlets at the bar. Just these plates. For a brand new terminal, disappointing. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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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 read more

Kitchen Step - Kale Caesar salad with chicken -- very good! - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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 read more

Kitchen Step - Taking a break before flight - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

I came to Kitchen Step to grab a bite of lunch and a glass of wine before my flight. My expectations were low considering it's an airport. What a delightful surprise the kale salad was! The kale was tender (it definitely got a loving massage beforehand) and the dressing with the gouda and crispy bits were excellent. I was so happy and filled with joy for the flight. The bartender was also so attentive, kind, and professional. The kitchen staff also seemed to have great attitudes and an attention to detail for their food. Overall I would come back again while in terminal A next time the kale (or wine) calls to me!! read more

I am so happy Newark airport has been renovated. There are a ton of options available. Today I decided to try Kitchen Step. I was immediately greeted and seated. I ordered the shrimp piccata and the waitress said it was a great choice. My food was brought out in less than 10 minutes. The smell excited me before I even took a taste. Everything was seasoned to perfection and the portion was large. I will visit again when in the airport. read more

Kitchen Step - Shrimp piccata - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This was way better than your typical airport restaurant in terms of food and service! My husband and I stopped here before our flight for breakfast and had a very good meal. Our waitress was cheerful and our food came out very quickly after ordering. We almost went somewhere else because the dining area looked pretty busy, so we were pleasantly surprised at how quick the service was. I ordered the Italian breakfast sandwich, which was delicious, packed with a perfectly fried egg, prosciutto, Arugula and a (very) spicy aioli. I'll be back next time I have a flight out of Terminal A! read more

Stopped here for a drink before my flight. Ordered a glass of wine and sparkling water. The hostess when you came up were busy talking about burning her lips on her blunt. They looked at me like I was crazy when asking for a seat. I obviously needed to wait for their conversation to be over. Due to that I decided not to eat here. read more

Kitchen Step - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Shakshuka appeared on the posted menu and I was hooked by the name of this dish. The description was intriguing. Prices were high compared to the quick serve options. I had time to spare so I took a seat. Shakshuka is to my surprise, a Mediterranean dish. Even though I mispronounced it, my wife and a friend were already familiar with it. Two baked eggs were bathed in a wonderful tomato "gravy" with vegetables some meat and avocado slices. This dish was wonderfully balanced for the basic four taste profiles. My only complaint was that there was too much tomato gravy left with no bread so suck it up. I had two Bloody Marys. They were OK, but I wanted more hot sauce in my second one. They complied with my request. As this was a higher end establishment, the service was commensurate with the exceptions of a Mid-Manhattan venue. Ambiance is an interesting rubric to evaluate. They were after all in an airport terminal. It was at the far end of the concourse. It was the center of a hub of many gates. The decor and the commanding presence of the restaurant made me forget I was even in an airport. read more

Terminal A is light on good restaurant choices. Kitchen Step has a variety of interesting choices that dont break the bank. My chopped salad was light and filling. $16 without $21 with chicken. The Cabernet was wonderful at a very reasonable $13. I dont think you will find it at a discount store. Thought went into this menu and as I fly out of this terminal a few times a month I will be using this restaurant regularly. I think thought went into the wine list also. Im glad I found this gem near gate 16. Service was very good also. read more

Kitchen Step - Chopped salad with Cabernet - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

This is a gem of a restaurant in the new Terminal A that is my "go to" place for breakfast prior to flights. The menu offers more than the typical egg sandwiches that is the primary breakfast item at other establishments. Today, I enjoyed the shashuka which was tasty and a good sized portion. I am glad to have a healthy food option at Newark Airport. read more

Kitchen Step - Shashuka (feta cheese omitted) - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

We came here for lunch in Terminal A, which is in an open area. If you get to sit towards the back, although you're near the playground area, you can see a view of NYC. The service was very quick and friendly. The food was great and the salad was a large portion. We enjoyed the maple chipotle wings (comes with 8 of them). The burger I got was tasty and came with a small basket of fries. Like any other sit down restaurant in an airport, prepare to spend some money if you're ordering enteees, but compared to the cost of bottled water and snacks in airports - this is a pretty good deal! read more

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Stuck in the Newark airport and went here. I saw a woman's steaming hot shrimp curry order placed in front of her and I decided to try it. It was yummy. The crispy rice cake was so good. She and I ate every morsel. I never thought I'd write a review for airport food. read more

The staff is excellent. Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. I make it a point to eat here when traveling from Terminal A. Rob, the manager always comes to the table to say a quick hello. Such a nice gesture. I love the burgers and salads. read more

Stopped in for breakfast before my flight home. Honestly, I stopped because I was completely intrigued by the "Breakfast Mac n Cheese" on the menu, and I was absolutely not disappointed. It was a very cheesy cast iron mac n cheese with bacon, brown butter bread crumbs, and a fried egg. It paired perfectly with my breakfast Guinness (which is just a regular Guiness, but it was consumed in the morning because that is completely legal according to the Geneva Convention whenever you're at an airport). Will absolutely be back on my next morning flight from Terminal A. read more

When food smacks your taste buds, there must be a response. I wish I would've taken a pic of the sandwich, because it was amazing. I had the Italian Breakfast Sandwich, and it was one of a kind. Food like that is not expected at the airport; even the coffee was perfect (and only $3 for a bottomless pour)! Just coming here for a morning coffee, while relaxing on the very comfortable booth seating, will make a good start to your travels. read more

Kitchen Step - Center bar - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

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Delicious kale Caesar and fries! Some of the best food I've had in an airport especially . read more

Kitchen Step - Kale Caesar with French fries - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Ny'Jae is such a breath of fresh air! You rarely get good service anymore and she is proof that good hospitality still exists! read more

Kitchen Step - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

I was waiting for my United flight from Newark to California and decided to stop for lunch. I had not been before and it looked nice and inviting. I was seated right away (the restaurant was a little less than half full when I arrived and got less busy as I waited). My order was taken promptly and my soda was brought out promptly. And then, the 20 minute wait for my chicken sandwich with fries. I had to get the attention of the server who said I'll check and a few minutes later came out with the food and mad e a lame excuse about the kitchen! Really, you didn't bother to check on it even though it wasn't that busy and it's the kitchen's fault. It doesn't matter, you are representing the entire establishment!. You are not alone! After finishing I asked for my bill and paid. Today, a week later, I see that I am charged $40 on my credit card when the cost of the meal was $32... hmmm, how's that possible I wonder??? Needless to say, I contacted my cc company and disputed the amount. I visit my mom in CT about 3 times a year and use United since it's a direct flight from the regional airport near my home but will not visit Kitchen Step again. read more

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

I was caught up in the whole flight delay fiasco on Tuesday and wound up at the bar here to kill the time. The bartenders here were absolutely excellent both service wise and personalities. The ambiance was pretty relaxing and pretty to look at. I wound up having breakfast that came with eggs, bacon, potatoes and pancakes which was pretty delicious for a meal at the airport. I also wound up eating some French fries that were hot and crispy along with some flourless chocolate cake later on in the day that was also pretty good. Some lady next to me got the French Toast that looked and smelt amazing which I would try if I ever find myself if Terminal A again. The wine was pretty pricey- 9oz of Chardonnay was $20 but since it was an airport that price is expected. The bar in general was pretty social everyone was talking to one another while enjoying their meals. This place definitely made my 8 hour wait bearable. read more

I already posted a review but wanted to come back and post a photo, I can't stop thinking about how good this was. Looking for an excuse to fly to Newark just for this dish read more

Kitchen Step - The breakfast Mac and cheese , a must-try - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Newark, New Jersey

Finally! Some decent restaurants in Newark Airport. That awful company that has a lock on Terminal C is nowhere to be seen in Terminal A. Real restaurants, real food. As for Kitchen Step, the food and the service was excellent. I look forward to eating here again and will come early before my flight to do so. read more