This is our second time coming in. Food is good and service is pretty quick. We came on a Saturday afternoon, it wasn't too busy. I had the chicken quesadilla for a meal and it was a good size portion, lot of filling, I wasn't able to eat all of it. Hubby had a cheeseburger and fries, burger cooked perfectly. Tiramisu and rice pudding for dessert. Would go back again. Place was pretty clean, not overly noisy read more

Very good bar and grill. Definitely worth checking out if your on NJ-31 South just north of Clinton. Service was good and attentive. The ambiance is a bar with a restaurant. Nice place. read more

Riley & Jake's - American Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

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Very nice place with good burgers and salads, nice beer selection and awesome staff. I haven't been there in the summer, but they have a patio in the back and host live music. read more

Visited Riley & Jake's for the first time recently on a pretty busy night and enjoyed our food and time there. We met the owner and he was super friendly. We had a very nice waitress (Anna) who was helpful in making suggestions too. We tried the bang bang shrimp as an appetizer and I really liked the crunch along with the flavor of the sauce. I had the Brie and bacon burger (retrospectively I sort of wish I had tried the pretzel burger). My burger was cooked well and as requested. My spouse had the buttermilk chicken sandwich - and he liked it (he hopes to try the crab cakes when we visit again). My one suggestion (if possible in that space) is that they might add a few seats up front for those who might need to wait a while for a table - though it does seem you may be able to go to the bar if you want to wait there and sometimes you can get served a meal faster if you eat at a table in there too. Overall, a quaint family-feel type of place that I would visit again. read more

Riley & Jake's - Outdoor sign - American Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

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Food is spot on every time, my family & I go. Owner & staff are friendly courteous. their food. read more

Foods are great and good as well as the place. First timer in this place and was amazed with everything. Huge place, well mannered staffs, ample parking lot and our server Diane was superb. She did take care of us very well. Thank you Diane. Ambiance is wonderful. Definitely will be back with the family and friends. read more

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My wife and I stopped here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. I had driven past this place a thousand times years ago when I used to drive a lot for work. When we walked in, there were only a few other tables occupied and there were a few patrons at the bar. Our waitress, Danielle, was very friendly and attentive. I ordered the angus burger (medium well) with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and (red) onion while my wife had the caesar salad. The burger was made perfectly. The fries were hit-or-miss. They were very skinny (almost shoestring), some were crisp while others were limpy. They do have a decent beer selection, including some local breweries (Buttzville, Lone Eagle, Sunken Silo). The interior seemed a bit on the darker side for being the middle of the day. It's a bit out of the way for us considering The Rail and Finnagel's are less than 15 minutes from our house, so I'm not sure how long it'll be before we try them again. read more

Finally made to Riley & Jake's. They offer classic pub fare and they're well known for their jerk wings so we came to give them a try. They were very tasty and are a nice size but not a real traditional jerk flavor. I'd definitely come back to try out the buffalo style. I LOVED the presentation of the chopped salad and appreciated the frizzled onions on top. It came out nice and cold. My husband enjoyed the French onion soup. Our kids are obsessed with that soup so we plan on bringing them back whenever they get a craving. Our waitress was very friendly and our food came out quickly. My only complaint is that the place needs an update on the interior. I realize it's an older building but the decor and lighting looks to be from the early 80s. Could be nostalgic to some but it's a turn off for me. read more

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Came here last night to take a friend out for her Birthday! The place has a cool vintage vibe about it. Our server was friendly and awesome! I had the Turkey w stuffing and mashed potatoes while my friend had the black bean burger. After dinner we shared the flourless chocolate cake! All of the food was served in a timely fashion and was delicious. I look forward to coming back again and would recommend this place! read more

Riley & Jake's - Chocolate Cake we had for Desert - American Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

I'm still thinking about the apple cider chicken and sweet potato mash I ate there today. Hubs and I agree it's one of the best things we've eaten in a looooooong time. It's a seasonal dish and I'm already planning a return visit. Cute local eatery and it really hit the spot while being budget friendly. read more

Awesome staff !!!! Very attentive!!!! Bar tender above and beyond taking care of customers dinning is outstanding waitress on point you won't be disappointed thank you for the home style comfort food AAA+++++++ will be back again !!! read more

Great food and service! Even on New Year's Eve! We have been going there 7/8 years now and always impressed!

Met some old friends I haven't seen in decades at Riley & Jakes for a late lunch. Our waitress Melissa was fantastic, she gave us all the time we needed to order, and our food was awesome. Thank you for serving us, PC read more

Riley & Jake's - American Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

First time here. Great restaurant. Very friendly staff. The bartender was super friendly. We ordered the small nachos with beef which were really good. Tons of beef. Ordered the French dip and Angus burger. French dip was on point. The garlic bread and aus jus made for a really delicious sandwich. Substituted the fries for sweet potato. Best sweet potato fries I've ever had. Crispy and not burnt at all. Angus burger was cooked perfectly and the thin McDonald's like fries were very good. The bar area was clean and the seats were comfortable. Restaurant area looked nice too. Definitely a great place to hangout. Will be our new hangout spot for sure. read more

server Casey was attentive and nice. Atmosphere in the restaurant seemed really cozy and nice but unfortunately we got sat in the wayyyy back by ourselves right outside the bathroom so it was not the greatest vibe. Food is OK typical pub type food nachos were sitting for a while before we got them they were one solid piece of congealed cheese. Desserts we brought home were FANTASTIC read more

We discovered Riley and Jake's last summer and whenever we want dinner out it's always our 1st choice! We bring new friends and old and it's become their favorite to the point some drive an hour to meet us. The food is consistent and so tasty. From their Bacon, Brie burger to ribs to my all time favorite, Shrimp & Crab Scampi over pasta, we've never been disappointed. The owner, manager, and wait staff are the best around. As a former restaurant owner we know 1st hand what goes into a thriving restaurant. I love ALL the waitresses but I have to say Grace & Melissa go out of their way to make us feel special. Jon, the owner always stops at each table to make sure everything is fine. If you're looking for a place with great food, big portions, and a hometown feel go to Riley & Jake's ! You won't be disappointed. read more

Our waitress was very sweet and paid a lot of attention to us. The food was really good, and I wish we had been able to sit outside. The inside was very dark and moody. It felt funereal inside the restaurant with the lack of lighting and decor. read more

I went for a weekday lunch after an appointment in the area. I had a pretty good lunch , fried chicken sandwich with fries and Sunken Silo IPA. It was fairly quick and prices are reasonable. I wouldn't go out of my way to go here but it's fine if you're in the area. read more

Visiting from out of town and stopped in as the parking lot was full - usually means good food. Even though they were busy we didn't have to wait for a table. The food was good and the service was very good. And the prices were reasonable. read more

food fine, service wasn't great. Been going here since they opened, still love the patio in summer read more

Friends said go and check out Riley & Jake's. What a great place. The food was great. Get the onion straws. Dinner was great, and the service was spot on. Michael was our server. Will be back. read more

I had the rib eye! it was delicious cooked perfectly as ordered. Brie burger also really good! will be back soon thanks!

We would like to give a special shout-out to one particular person that works within this local watering hole, and that person is Grace who just happened to be our server last night. What a refreshing personality, eager to help, always smiling, and willing to go the extra mile to make sure we had an enjoyable dining experience. Our dinner was excellent as usual, that being said it was Grace that made our visit fantastic. read more

Went to R&J's for Sunday afternoon lunch after a few people recommended it. We got burgers and sandwiches that were decent. Our waitress was attentive and helpful - great service. Unfortunately the hostess created a negative experience right from the start. We arrived with a baby and the place was basically empty (it was early for lunch). We requested a booth but we're denied because the hostess "couldn't block the way" with the high chair...the way would not have been blocked and there were chairs in the same "way blocking" location. The whole thing made no sense and dealing with that hostess was difficult. It was one of those things where arguing wouldn't be helpful but we knew instantly we would never go back and won't recommend this place to network. The one thing we struggled with was the ambiance. It's quite dark inside. The space could use some updates. Most of the overhead lights were burned out and the carpet (yuck!) was dingy. The bar side was cute, perhaps updates are coming over time. read more

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Was there and the Cordon Bleu meal was delicious! The waitress was very nice too. The only complaint we have is from the kids meal... Kraft Mac and cheese was very disappointing. We expected a real, house made Mac and cheese. read more

Best place in Clinton for a great burger and drink The people are also so very nice , I truly appreciate them and the cozy atmosphere!

Typical casual dining. Good wings, decent burgers, but nothing out of the ordinary. In warmer months there's a nice patio area with its own bar and often, live music. Decent selection of beer on tap, with some local offerings. read more

Food and service was very good. My burger was cooked perfectly. They give you plenty of food for your money. Nice place to have a beer and burger and their menu is large. Hometown bar / family restaurant. read more

With inflation on the rise and everything getting more expensive it's really hard to find a good value these days. Riley and Jake's has you covered with some classic and unique takes on traditional American food, in decent proportions for a decent price. The staff are always courteous and when we do takeout it's quick and efficient, by the time I've signed the receipt someone else is holding my bag out for me with a smile. There's an on-site bar if that's your thing and I've spent some hours there back when it's was under previous management but not since Riley and Jake's took over. It always sounds like a happy crowd in there for what it's worth. Plenty of seating away from the bar for families as well so don't avoid it for that reason. Special shout outs to the pretzel burger. You simply can't go wrong. fish and chips usually nice and crispy (but not always.. wish I knew which chef to ask for when I want it done right). I'm not gonna hold that one time against them though after so many other successful orders. read more

I like the place but sometimes it is a hit Or miss. This time the appetizer plate was terrible. You can't get 3 appetizers. The chicken fingers were small and horrible They didn't look like chicken. The bartenders are always great. Atmosphere is good read more

Incredible place, wonderful food and staff. It's nice to go somewhere that has affordable prices, delicious food and good portions. The kids LOVED their food and the staff was so attentive to us BECAUSE they wanted to make sure the kids were ok. When the waitress came to check in on us I told her we were mad about our food because I've been missing out on this place for the 3 years we've lived here and it's wonderful! Can't wait to go back! read more

Delicious food! Friendly staff. Charming atmosphere. Prices are incredibly reasonable. We were in town for a baseball tournament and ate here with friends. If we lived closer, this would be a regular place for us. We will return. read more

It has been nearly seven years since my wife and I last dined here. We decided to do so without our college-age kids so we could do a more objective review. My wife and I both started with soup, she had the french onion and I had the cajun chicken and sausage. They were served in quick order by Riley, who I believe is one of the namesakes, but don't hold me to that if my belief is not true. The french onion soup was fresh and flavorful, although my wife said it could have been a tad hotter. I was a little concerned that the cajun chicken and sausage soup may have been too spicy after ordering it, but I found it to be well seasoned and chock full of chicken and sausage in a slightly thick broth. My wife had the fish and chips, which I sampled. The fish was battered nicely and cooked properly. The fries were a little overdone to my liking, but my wife liked that they were shoestring size. She also liked the cole slaw very well. I had the hot turkey sandwich which was served open faced on white bread. The turkey was good, but more of a deli variety than straight off a bird. The potatoes were good and the gravy was flavorful. The restaurant had a good crowd of what I assume would be regulars. The interior is a bit dark and dated, but is clean and orderly. The menu is not overwhelming, so I believe that they only serve things that they are confident with. I respect that. We will return and try some different offerings. I'll add pictures next time. read more

How can R&Js have fewer than 4 stars?! Yelp reviewers must be plants because R&Js is fantastic on their worst day. I've been there a dozen times, their staff is a well oiled machine.; If it's crowded, they handle it no problems. If something isn't right, they fix it. Once I received a tough filet, waitress overheard me complaining, to right to my wife in a quiet whiney sort of way.... The waitress stepped in and stepped up and made it right!!. Just speak up if they ask .... Much better than whining.... ( they do have wine ) read more

Everything was great from the people to the service and the owners and the outside market music. And the food was good to

I have to say that Riley & Jake's has definitely become my favorite place to eat. Everything is wonderful from the service to the food. The staff are SUPER friendly, attentive and efficient. They make you feel right at home. The food never disappoints my two favorite things are the chopped salad and upside down apple pie (to die for). I highly recommend you give this place a shot!!!! read more

Service was absolutely spot on: friendly, quick and responsive. Food was very good, not great - but very good. Menu has lots of variety. Ambience is quaint and charming to me, but may be dark and dingy to others. Overall, I'd definitely go back! read more

Solid food and decent prices, decent entertainment our back in the summer. Solid 3.5 read more

Friends and I ate there this evening. 5 adults. Great service, drinks and food. No cons. Highly recommended

I've been coming here for a couple of years ever since I started selling Toyota's in Clinton. The food and service has been consistently great. I usually get a burger and fries or seared ahi sashimi tuna salad . The beer selection is good too. Thankfully they have indoor seating again. It was chilly the last time I ate there outside. read more

Riley & Jake's - Tuna Wasabi - American Near Me - Clinton, New Jersey

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