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    Tavern on George

    4.0 (179 reviews)
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Live music

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    Reuben
    Stuart T.

    I truly appreciate coming here, the service is really great, the food always delicious, feels comfortable and homey, and as my wife and I said, without pretense. Burgers, salads, appetizers, perfectly prepared and always fresh. And our server, Gabriel is always the best, warm and inviting, and so attentive, makes all the difference. Tavern on George has become one of our go to spots near home.

    Main seating area and bar.
    jed k.

    We were at Rutgers for my grandson's soccer game. We decided to head to Tavern on George for dinner. It was a Saturday night so New Brunswick was hopping. I don't remember if we made reservations or were just lucky in our timing but we were seated immediately. We were a party of six. It was pretty crowded but service was friendly and excellent. The menu has a full offering of pub food. The food is excellent. Everything was prepared to order. Theres a full bar with a varied choice of brews. Do yourself a favor and visit Tavern on George. You won't regret it. Reservations are usually a good idea especially when the State Theatre is in season.

    Nachos
    Kristi P.

    We stopped in during Rutgers Family weekend & sat outside because it was gorgeous out. Sat at a picnic bench with umbrella but they had regular tables/chairs as well. They were pretty busy but we were served fairly quickly - drinks, nachos, sliders, fries, and cheesesteak egg-rolls. All was good - no issues!

    Desert menu.
    Robert K.

    The food was good. Looks like an old tavern but is more like a sports bar with the half dozen tvs tuned to Rutgers football and basketball. Service was a little slow but I think there only one server who was very personable. Good was good, Not amazing but over all I would go again if I wanted a drink and to watch a game.

    Crab cakes
    Nicole P.

    I stopped by for lunch before a show at the State Theater and it was great! We enjoyed the crab cake and burger with their variety of beers on tap. The fries were deliciously crispy and tender inside. The service was quick but the only thing I didn't like was that the place was quite dark inside. We had a reservation but it was pretty empty during lunch on a weekend. !

    French dip
    Amelia S.

    The pictures might look good but that's where it ends. The place was completely dead but we had really slow and kinda rude service??? As a cilantro hater, they put cilantro instead of parsley on my garlic Parmesan fries and French onion soup. The waitress told the cook and they're like we don't even have cilantro. You absolutely do because it's listed in your menu and don't gaslight me into thinking I don't know the difference. The onion rings are also fried in the same oil as the donuts. So donut flavored onion rings is not what you expect. I can't imagine what the donuts must taste like. The burnt ends taco had chewy flavorless bits instead of burnt ends of pork. The Nashville hot chicken slider had no hot sauce on it. It was fried chicken with pickles but nothing hot.

    Cranberry pomegranate sparkler

    Really nice vibe inside with great service. The food was kind of just OK, but still good enough for me to want to come back. Their drink selection was more exciting to my boyfriend and I and we had a good time looking through their many options. Seems better for drinks with friends than a sit down dinner, in my opinion!

    Donuts flight  looked pretty with yummy sauces but donut itself over fried and crunchy
    Patti C.

    Nice tavern to go when you are attending show at the State theater . Smaller menu with burgers salads and sandwiches friendly staff in a clean tavern bathrooms could use an update in the basement area food is tavern food with healthy salad option if you don't want fries u had a caprese sandwich which always a small baguette with roasted peppers ( a bit over cooked) cheese, pesto and chicken good flavor with a side salad we tried the donut flight for dessert they were over fried almost crispy and tasted slightly plain with sauces poured over we liked the sauce more than the so it itself food is a nice presentation yet average taste

    The Gold Fashioned
    Lou G.

    We went on a cold Sunday afternoon. Parking a slight challenge but we found a meter around the corner. We entered through an old unique wooden door and walked up a slope to the bar area. The place has high wooden ceilings and an area downstairs with another bar that opens during events and busier days. We sat at the main bar upstairs and ordered drinks. They have a dozen and a half beers on tap. We ordered loaded waffle fries which were topped with chicken, bbq sauce and scallions. They were good! After my beer I ordered a "gold fashioned" but I substituted bourbon instead of scotch. Service was friendly and efficient at the bar!

    Mozzarella cheese log
    Amira I.

    Great local bar to get good food and drinks post watching the Rutgers game or to go there to watch any game . Local sports bar with plenty of seats, tv screens and good food and drinks. The ambiance 5/5, service 5/5 quick service despite the crowds on a Rutgers home game Saturday and food 5/5. Lots of great shareable apps and the menu is extensive they offer a lil of everything for everyone.

    Shareta W.

    Pros: The service was amazing and the food was good . I enjoyed the chicken tacos The prices weren't bad at all . Cons: none

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    This place was delicious and amazing i highly recommend coming here and dessert is a amazing and service was amazing food is amazing

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    Food selection and prices were great! Upstairs is like a pub and downstairs is a bit more dressy.

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    Great spot for beer and a burger after the show. Family style atmoshpere and the service was fast and friendly.

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    Best French onion soup I've had in forever, service was great I'd recommend it for everyone

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    Great food! And I love how the waiter was very kind to our grandson. Defiantly coming back. Thank you.

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    Food and service are great! Reasonably priced for the area. Favorites are the pulled pork sandwich, tater kegs and wings.

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    Does this place have karaoke? What days and times?

    We do not feature karaoke, but we have live music three+ nights per week. Check out our website for schedules.

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    Very nice atmosphere, excellent service, very great place to go for jazz nights with the New Brunswick Jazz Project.

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    Destination Dogs

    Destination Dogs

    4.5(1.3k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    I arrived in New Brunswick by train, which is to say I trusted the machinery of civilization to…read moredeliver me to lunch. It did. A short walk later, I found myself at Destination Dogs, a place I had seen in photographs that suggested capaciousness. In reality, it is smaller.  This is not a complaint, just an observation.  I remember once hearing something about the contents of small packages. At 12:30 the place was full. Packed with humanity and appetite. I was seated quickly, as if someone had anticipated my hunger in advance. From the bar came the sound of construction crews discussing their midday rituals. Apparently this is where they come on Fridays, to repair themselves while they repair the city. It explained everything. Service was swift and attentive, a minor miracle given the crowd. I began with a Scotch egg, an item that seemed to have wandered in from another story entirely. I ordered it for that reason. I had always imagined my first Scotch egg would be eaten in an English pub under low ceilings and older regrets. Instead, here it was. Perfectly crisp, warm, and generous. The universe does not ask for permission. Then came the main event. The menu is an atlas of hot dogs. Domestic. International. Proteins in tube form arranged like possibilities. There is even an invitation to build your own, which I accepted. I attempted to recreate a favorite from Crif Dogs, a thing called the Spicy Redneck. Bacon wrapped dog. Pickled jalapenos. Coleslaw. Simple in theory. Destination Dogs improved upon it in every way that matters. The bacon crisped with purpose. The jalapenos spoke clearly. The coleslaw behaved. The hot dog itself seemed proud to be there. All of this, plus a 16 ounce beer, cost me about twenty five dollars with tip. A small price for order in a chaotic universe. Five stars. Not because perfection exists, but because this comes close enough to make the argument.

    Listen, I have no real complaints. The food was great. The service was great. The atmosphere was…read moregood. But I am a fan of constructive criticism. I had the Gandolfi. It was delish but it could be improved with more or larger pepperonis. Also the sausage to bun ratio was off. Either make the sausage bigger or the bun smaller. Bottom line, you'll enjoy your food and beer.

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    Arcade area

    Destination Dogs - The Oscar (LAX) - Chicken Sausage, avocado, tomato, red onion, chipotle mayo, microgreens

    The Oscar (LAX) - Chicken Sausage, avocado, tomato, red onion, chipotle mayo, microgreens

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    Smashville - Nashville hot fries

    Smashville

    4.5(123 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    Small venue in the heart of New Brunswick. Metered parking where you can find it, virtually no…read morenearby on (the same) street parking. Quick and easy ordering process, staff don't waste any time getting your order & getting to work on it. Oddly enough there is an ordering kiosk at the counter right next to where you would order with staff. I guess that is for if you're feeling anti-social. Sitting area upstairs, so it is not wheelchair or elderly friendly for the sitting area. No outdoor seating. A very hustle & bustle kinda deal. We had the double patty smash. Overall was it "WTT?" Worth The Trip....YES! Absolutely!! The burger was amazing. It tasted like the smashburger in my mind. Perfection! So even at 30 minutes from my house and horrific parking, I would definitely come back. Grades: Double Patty: A++

    The burger at Smashville was good, the patty was not seasoned and the burger as a whole was pretty…read moregreasy. Not really their fault, just the style of burger. I just wish there was something fresh or crunchy to balance out all the soft textures from the bread, beef patty, and cheese. I also added beef bacon to my burger, even though it's not listed as an add on the menu. I really wish more of these newer smashburger restaurants had lettuce and/or tomatoes as an add on topping. That would help cut through the grease and make the burger feel a little lighter. The restaurant is very clean and bright, I liked the atmosphere while I was in there and the staff were nice!

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    Ordering area

    Smashville - Single patty burger

    Single patty burger

    Smashville - Single Patty

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    Stateside Tap + Tavern - Delicious Brussels!

    Stateside Tap + Tavern

    3.9(238 reviews)
    4.7 mi
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    The food was very tasty and good sized portions. Liked the coffee bar during brunch that you could…read morehelp yourself to. Service was attentive but not intrusive.

    I have a bit of a bias against this place and it's not really against THIS place at all. After my…read morefather died my mom spent a lot of time here to cope when it used to be Freddy's. Some might say too much time. Some might say. So I just typically avoid the area because it brings back so much...stuff. When it transitioned to Stateside sometime during the early days of the pandemic we did get take out once and it was delicious - I still dream about the Brussels sprouts. But it was a bit expensive when everyone was dying and all. Like am I really gonna risk my life for $16 sprouts? I think not. Now I think it's under new - new management. My cousin stopped by there about a month ago when she was in the area and gave it great reviews. I was feeling A Kind of Way a couple of weekends ago and just really wanted a cold beer. So me and huzzo stopped in. Service was good and beer was solid. This week I wanted another beer. Blame your president as he insists upon annihilating everyone and sending our collective pressure through the roof. We arrived about 20 minutes before the end of Happy Hour and snagged a couple of beers as well as wings and a shrimp quesadilla. The food was great but the service was the real stunner. I found myself stuck between two beers and the bartender suggested Arnold Palmering it and going halfsies on both. Fantastic decision - the mixed drink was refreshing and tart without being too pedestrian or too far afield. Food came out quickly and deliciously. Saved $15 on food prices alone during Happy Hour. Fat things: The bar stools are excellent - steel with a wide seat and a foot bar so your legs don't fall asleep. And they don't pack too many of them in so it's easy to get into and out of your seat without bumping someone else. Other stuff: They have regular indoor seating and an outdoor seating area on the side with couches, high table, and heat lamps. Overall, the space is open, airy, bright, and clean. It's pretty packed when the temps warm up but shoulder season is very nice for us right now. Be advised: Regular menu prices still seem steep - like everything else these days. But the food is good and they have a very nice craft beer selection. If you can't make happy hour and are looking to treat yourself this might be it. We'll def return!

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    Stateside Tap + Tavern - Seating

    Seating

    Stateside Tap + Tavern - Spicy Tuna

    Spicy Tuna

    Stateside Tap + Tavern - Outside of front entrance

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    Outside of front entrance

    Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Cobb salad with grilled salmon

    Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar

    4.2(329 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    Cuzins delivered an exceptional experience from start to finish. The service was outstanding--very…read moreattentive staff who made us feel welcomed and taken care of throughout the entire meal. The ambiance is warm, friendly, and inviting, perfect for a nice lunch or date night. This was my daughter's first fine dining experience, and she absolutely loved it. We started with the oysters and calamari. The calamari was light and crispy, cooked perfectly, and the grilled oysters were flavorful--especially with the garlic Parmesan. For our entrees, we had the seafood paella and penne vodka. The portions were a nice size, and the paella came with colossal shrimp that were so good. Everything was well-seasoned and satisfying. They also offer mocktails, which was a great touch. Overall, we spent about $120 on appetizers, mocktails, and entrees, and it was well worth it. No complaints at all--definitely a spot I'll be returning to. Great for a date night or a special outing.

    Last night was our first time at Cuzin's. We were warmly greeted by the hostess and we made our way…read moreto the bar to wait for the rest of our party. Bar was hopping with the after work crowd. The restaurant has high ceilings and all hard surfaces so the acoustics are very lively. Bartenders were preoccupied with their regulars, but they were friendly and attentive. Cocktails were pricey, but on the mark. Blondie had a margarita and said it was as good as I make. I had Hendricks up with olives. Nicely chilled glass and shaken to perfection. When our friends arrived we were seated in the front of the dining room along the windows. Acoustics a little better but I still had some trouble hearing my wife across the table. The wine list had a decent selection and even some good values mixed in with the typical 3X prices. We had a couple of bottles of Sancerre which arrived properly chilled and went well with our food. Oyster selection was very good. I let the chef pick some cold water varieties from PEI. The Bad Boys and Momma Mia were excellent. Briney, properly chilled and nice accoutrements. We also had calamari and zucchini which were perfectly fried. The bread was pretty good too. Worth noting. For entrees we had the Branzino (2), Sole and Halibut. They were served with a small portion of tasty potatoes and generous pile of sauteed spinach. All on the mark. Server was very attentive but not overbearing. Perfect pace. Bussers cleared plates timely. We had a nice relaxing and enjoyable evening. Solid dining experience. We will definitely return. Perhaps sit at the bar next time. The one pecular thing about the place is that you need to get on an elevator to go to the restrooms which are located in the basement. I would prefer to use the stairs but apparently, they are for staff only.

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    Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Raw bar in main dining room

    Raw bar in main dining room

    Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - This is the best pistachio ice cream that I have ever had. I wonder if they make it from scratch?

    This is the best pistachio ice cream that I have ever had. I wonder if they make it from scratch?

    Cuzin's Seafood Clam Bar - Exterior

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