Uncle Louie G

We come here pretty often since it's only about a 5-minute walk from our home, and my daughter…read moreloves it! I'm a big fan of their creamsicle soft serve. The orange and vanilla combination is so good and refreshing. Their pineapple Dole Whip is amazing too and perfect on a warm day. It's become our easy go-to whenever we're craving something sweet. Having such a good ice cream spot within walking distance is definitely a plus. We'll keep coming back!

As a connoisseur of fine ice creams, I recently indulged in the Rum & Raisin flavor, a personal…read morefavorite. The experience was nothing short of impressive. The rich, creamy texture combined with the robust flavor of rum and the sweet, chewy raisins created a delightful symphony of taste and texture. My companion opted for a strawberry ice cream shake. While it was well-prepared, the flavor didn't quite resonate with me, as strawberry isn't my preferred choice. However, for those who enjoy a classic strawberry shake, it would likely be a satisfying option. I am eager to return for another serving of the Rum & Raisin ice cream. Next time, I plan to enhance the experience by adding a sprinkle of walnuts or hazelnuts, introducing a delightful crunch that would complement the smooth, rich base. Great service and they have few outdoor benches as well to enjoy your ice cream.

Chiquita Banana on waffle cone with chelate crumbs.

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Dairy Quick

4.5(19 reviews)

0.1 mi

Still the best local soft serve ice cream. AND, let's put the rumor of them closing permanently to…read morerest. This was recently posted on Facebook by Mayor Jason F. Cilento on on MAY 18, 2026: Good news! I just got off the phone with our good friend Laszlo, owner of Dairy Quick, and he confirmed that they will be opening for the season, just a little later than expected. Hopefully this puts the rumors to rest, because Dairy Quick is a great annual Dunellen tradition and a valued local business! https://www.facebook.com/mayorcilento/posts/pfbid02QRUw778jF7W6aNzkaRhJjWdet1tUpB9ErwrLE4uPUhtLVwUv4SGZ5j59QQ3orTfrl

Quality soft serve ice cream. Very nice service. Take away only... wish there was a parlor or…read morepark in this area.

Hard to make a decision between soft serve or the home made hard ice cream

Sign along road

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Cherry dip for the win

Blizzard Island

3.6(40 reviews)

1.8 mi

Cute local ice cream spot with a good mix of flavors. They accept cash, card & ApplePay/tap…read more -to-pay. Ample outdoor seating, with eight round tables, and multiple benches. Service is pretty quick even during those super packed summer nights. We (two adults) were able to comfortably split a size Small cup. Halloween is their last day of the season before closing for winter, and then J believe they usually open back up again mid-March.

Best soft ice cream Piscataway has. This is always super creamy with great flavor... alwaysread more

Our visit from July 2026

Our visit in September 2026

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Carl's Corner Ice Cream Shoppe

4.0(4 reviews)

0.3 mi

In 76 years of living, this was the 2nd worst ice cream I had in my entire life. It was bland and…read moretasted nothing of the chocolate flavor it was supposed to have. In addition, the texture was completely wrong, it was gummy and lacked any of the velvety dance cream and egg yolk play on your tongue.

A great little ice cream/gelato shop hidden away in a corner burger shop. There were more than…read moreenough flavor suggestions for cones or cups in addition to premade ice cream sandwiches in an easy to reach freezer. Now that we've found it I expect we'll be frequent customers!

Outside eating area August 2021

March 2021 hand sanitizer by cash register

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Nice clean space

Sonic Drive-In

2.6(61 reviews)

1.1 mi

This is my first time coming to a Sonic - and I enjoyed it for sure…read more The taters were perfectly crispy, the onion rings breaded with just the right amount of onion to bread ratio, and the drinks came with that amazing shredded ice (which seems quite hard to find these days). And, as many already know, they are known for their unique parking lots where one can feel separated from the car next to them with a semi enclosed space ad large screen. My only complaint would be the quality of the burger - I wasn't impressed. The cut made me feel they used a cookie cutter, and the taste was nothing to rave about. Separate from that, I plan to come again and maybe try the chicken or corn dogs!

Ah, Sonic. You may fondly recall this fast food drive-in, where all that separates you from a hot…read moremeal and delicious desserts is a red button and a credit card. You still remember the way that bag of grease looked as it was wheeled to you by a teenager who just learned how to roller blade a few minutes ago. The way they somehow made it to your bumper, clutching your corn dogs and tots as they did their best newborn Bambi impersonation. Well cling to those memories like a minivan bumper, because you're getting none of that nostalgia here. At this Sonic, when you pull into a space and hit that "ready to order" button, you've created a mortal enemy in the employee on the receiving headset. "DRIVE THRU ONLY" they exclaim, exasperated that they have to tell you this, as you try and remember a time you've been gaslit more effectively. As you pull into the drive in, they remember the hatred they felt towards you just a few seconds prior. Their teenage angst is on full display, like a mid 2000s My Chemical Romance concert, shouting out "ANYTHING ELSE?!?" after every item you order. Why did you pull into their drive-thru in the first place?!? The only saving grace, aside from the friendly young woman who was handing out the food (and should have been handed the headset duties instead), is that the food came out hot. I suppose that's not a high bar to reach when you've thrown out the rest of the business model and have nearly zero customers. So if you're feeling like a drive-in, find a Stewart's. If you're feeling like a good conversation, go to your local diner. But if you're upset that nobody has made you feel like your presence offended them today, make sure to stop by Sonic Drive-Thru.

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Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

Felt like a Gelato today and what better place to go than Rita's…read more Fresh favorable water ice. The cherry fill of cherry. Bright colored and very good. Though today was not a hot day to be enjoying av water ice. My cherry ice with custard sure taste good. And what child would deny a Rita's. Had to take it home to eat later as the temp dropped outside before the rain falls.

I've been coming to this Rita's in town ever since they opened and it's the best. The staff is…read morealways friendly and smiling and everything is always great. I stopped by this afternoon since it was over 80 degrees in April for my first Rita's trip of the season. After looking at all of the many options of ice for the day I decided on a watermelon jolly rancher gelati with vanilla custard and it was delicious. I see they added some new things to the menu so I'm looking forward to trying their new stuffed blendini, frozen coffee, and the new cotton candy custard among some other things... It's the best Rita's... you won't be disappointed...

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Koto Hibachi Asian Bistro & Bar

4.1(140 reviews)

1.1 mi

Perfect, it is so good the favor is very nice…read more Plus the fire it's so warm and there is kids chopsticks

I'm not sure what it is about hibachi restaurants, but finding the perfect blend of showmanship and…read moretasty food is harder than it should be. For my daughter's birthday, we tried Koto (hibachi is one of her favorites) and we really had a wonderful experience. I had made a reservation as we were looking to go on a Friday evening with six people, and were seated right away when we arrived. The decor is appropriate and the tepanyaki tables are as you'd expect. The menu is vast, we ordered a few appetizers (YUMMY Gyoza), and various hibachi combos. The portion sizes are what you'd expect (maybe on the larger side), the fried rice is extra, and worth it, though next time I'd order one per every two people (just too much food for us). Every bite was just right, especially the scallops. The flavors, cooked perfectly and overall well timed. The show was good, not great, but again, the food was very tasty. We have definitely found our new hibachi place.

Crunchy crunchy roll

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Capital Craft

3.7(526 reviews)

1.1 mi

Repeat customer, but first time review…read more Always great service, this time was highly exceptional. Greeted promptly upon arrival at the front and attentive service from beginning to end. The wait staff checked in on us multiple times during the dinner to ensure we were enjoying everything and had everything we needed. The food has always been fantastic and this time, they didn't skip a beat and remained consistent. Had the fig and pig pizza along with a BBQ burger and both were delicious; especially paired with one of their many Brew options on tap.

Nice local option (they have two locations) for a gastropub. Passed by here countless times but…read morefinally tried it. Very cozy inside with booths, tables, a nice bar and pizza station. Medium draft list but with bottle and can options too. Had the cape May double IPA 16 oz. 1. Pepperoni hot honey white pizza - Usually not a fan of white pizza but this was a 12" size pizza that I finished in one go. Cheese was not too heavy but has a nice sweetness a very mild spice. 2. Garlic parm chicken strips - Very flavorful. Comes with truffle fries. The sauce is over the strips. Four pieces which is an ample amount. Overall, good first time here. Highly recommended but salty so drink plenty of fluids. Will be back again to try other food items!

Nachos

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Pretzel Bites & Popcorn Chicken

Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

shit was ass. I ordered a basic ice cream then the girl had the audacity to stare at me with a…read morestraight smile while she made my order wrong three times. never coming back. workers name was Gina from what i heard from other worker

From the owner: Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard is the largest Italian Ice concept in the nation. With over 600…read moreshops operating in 32 states, our popular chain offers a variety of frozen treats that will leave your taste buds wanting more! Italian Ice - our famous Italian Ice is made fresh daily, featuring real fruit flavors that burst with refreshing goodness. Frozen Custard - our rich Frozen Custard is a creamy delight. Layered Gelati - a perfect blend of Italian Ice and Frozen Custard in our layered Gelati. Blenders drink lineup - quench your thirst with our delightful Blenders drinks. Milkshakes - creamy and indulgent, our Milkshakes are a treat for any occasion. Sundaes - dive into a world of toppings and flavors with our Sundaes.

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Bubz Boba Bar

4.4(10 reviews)

0.3 mi

I don't frequent this boba stop much because it is not really convenient for me but every time I…read morevisit, I appreciate the variety of drinks and seasonal specials they have. I don't have a favorite drink here, so I usually try a new drink and grab a Spam Musubi if they are available. In their refrigerator they also sell some desserts. Service has always been fine, sometimes a little slow but I don't mind as they have a seating area and other shops in the same area to peruse. I would suggest a visit if you are in the area and haven't yet been here.

Bubz Boba Bar has pretty below average bubble tea. The last time I visited, I got a classic milk…read moretea with tapioca pearls. The drink itself is a bit watery and the tapioca pearls taste like those you can make at home by yourself. The texture of the pearls is too soft, and not very chewy. This place is overpriced for how meh the bubble tea is. I do think the staff here are very nice and the interior of Bubz Boba Bar is well decorated. The exterior also normally has cool promotional drawings. But in all, this store feels like they value appearance over taste.

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Mike D.

11 years ago

Lots of flavors. Their Italian ice is awesome. Definitely not water ice. Great staff. Nice local business.

Anthony C.

10 years ago

Favorite place on island went there almost every night and have just about every flavor imaginable

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