The best restaurants in Newark
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Argilla Brewing Co. @ Pietro's Pizza
RestaurantsArgilla Brewing Co @ Pietro's Pizza nails the combo of creative house brews, legit pizza, and live music that turns a casual slice into a…
Argilla Brewing Co. @ Pietro's Pizza
RestaurantsUmami Express LLC Sushi to Go
RestaurantsWhether you’re craving a quick sushi fix or plotting a cozy couch dinner, Umami Express LLC Sushi to Go keeps it simple with quality,…
Umami Express LLC Sushi to Go
RestaurantsSushi Sumo
RestaurantsWhen you want real-deal maki and cozy comfort in one place, Sushi Sumo nails it. Think the Golden Dragon Roll with tempura lobster tail,…
Sushi Sumo
RestaurantsMISSION BBQ
RestaurantsCasual chain featuring BBQ & classic sides, plus memorabilia honoring soldiers & first responders.
MISSION BBQ
RestaurantsOishii Ocean, Japanese & Cajun Seafood
RestaurantsCraving a low-key spot that nails fresh sushi and sashimi but also sneaks in some bold Cajun seafood vibes, Oishii Ocean Japanese & Cajun…
Oishii Ocean, Japanese & Cajun Seafood
RestaurantsWayback Burgers
RestaurantsMade-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.
Wayback Burgers
RestaurantsCaffe Gelato Restaurant
RestaurantsFor a relaxed night that feels a little fancy but still local, Caffe Gelato Restaurant pairs house-crafted pasta with a vibrant bar and a…
Caffe Gelato Restaurant
RestaurantsBAB’s Nashville Hot Chicken
RestaurantsCraving a real deal hot chicken fix? BAB’s Nashville Hot Chicken turns out crispy, hand-breaded birds, house-made sides, and an OG sandwich…
BAB’s Nashville Hot Chicken
RestaurantsEggspectation - Christiana
RestaurantsStylish chain serving a lengthy egg-focused breakfast menu, plus American lunch & dinner fare.
Eggspectation - Christiana
RestaurantsMary's Kountry Kitchen
RestaurantsMary’s Kountry Kitchen leans into traditional, Southern-style comfort with that home-cooked taste you actually crave midweek. Breakfast all…
Mary's Kountry Kitchen
RestaurantsFriendship BBQ, Newark友情客串
RestaurantsFriendship BBQ, Newark友情客串 is all about authentic Northeast Tieling-style skewers, from sizzling meats and veggies to hotpot-ready sticks,…
Friendship BBQ, Newark友情客串
RestaurantsAmalfi Pizza
RestaurantsCraving a low-key Italian night that actually hits? Amalfi Pizza keeps it classic with thin-crust pies, stromboli, hearty Italian dinners…
Amalfi Pizza
RestaurantsMargherita's Pizza
RestaurantsSince 1980, Margherita's Pizza has been the go-to for generous New York style slices, chewy Sicilian squares, and that Grandma pie folks…
Margherita's Pizza
RestaurantsPho Cali
RestaurantsWhen the week gets loud, Pho Cali comes through with steaming bowls of combo pho, spicy beef noodle soup, and vermicelli that actually…
Pho Cali
RestaurantsBertucci's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsKid-friendly chain serving classic Italian meals & pizzas, plus cocktails, wine & beer.
Bertucci's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsRamen Kumamoto
RestaurantsRamen Kumamoto keeps it simple and seriously good, with broths rooted in the Kumamoto region simmered long for that deep, cozy flavor and…
Ramen Kumamoto
RestaurantsLa Casa Pasta Restaurant
RestaurantsWhether it's a no-fuss weeknight or a celebratory dinner, La Casa Pasta Restaurant nails the classics with fresh house-made pasta, gnocchi…
La Casa Pasta Restaurant
RestaurantsOle Tapas Lounge and Restaurant
RestaurantsOle Tapas Lounge and Restaurant brings Spain to Newark with shareable plates like croquetas, gambas al ajillo, and the chef’s board of…
Ole Tapas Lounge and Restaurant
RestaurantsFancy Sushi
RestaurantsCraving rolls without the fuss? Fancy Sushi keeps it casual with sushi and crispy crab rangoons that scratch the weeknight itch. It’s the…
Fancy Sushi
RestaurantsDeer Park Tavern
RestaurantsDeer Park Tavern is that rare Newark staple where Revolutionary War lore meets a proper bar stool, with American classics that actually…
Deer Park Tavern
RestaurantsHome Grown Cafe
RestaurantsHome Grown Cafe nails that New American sweet spot where omnivores and plant-based pals can both be happy, with colorful plates and legit…
Home Grown Cafe
RestaurantsFarm A Sea Bistro & Crafthouse
RestaurantsFarm-A-Sea Bistro & Crafthouse turns local harvests and coastal seafood into straightforward American plates that actually taste like the…
Farm A Sea Bistro & Crafthouse
RestaurantsTony's Cafe
RestaurantsTony's Cafe turns out foldable New York-style pies, saucy pastas, and old-school Italian specialties built on family recipes. When dinner…
Tony's Cafe
RestaurantsSushi Xtreme
RestaurantsSushi Xtreme is that rare all-you-can-eat spot where the fish-to-rice ratio actually favors the fish, so you leave happy, not stuffed with…
Sushi Xtreme
Restaurantsm2o Burgers & Salads
RestaurantsCraving a burger night that actually fits your mood this week, Newark? m2o Burgers & Salads lets you build your own smash burger, salad, or…
m2o Burgers & Salads
RestaurantsSakura Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsAt Sakura Japanese Restaurant, the all-you-can-eat setup isn’t a buffet free-for-all, it’s made-to-order plates that come out fresh so you…
Sakura Japanese Restaurant
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsKPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsAll-you-can-eat Korean barbecue and hot pot served in a casual space with a full bar.
KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.
Wingstop
RestaurantsSapporo Soul Ramen & Sushi
RestaurantsHandcrafted bowls and pristine fish rule at Sapporo Soul Ramen & Sushi, where Hokkaido-inspired miso ramen comes rich and comforting, and…
Sapporo Soul Ramen & Sushi
RestaurantsCacciatori Pizza & Pasta
RestaurantsWhen the pizza mood hits this week and you want it thin, foldable, and straight-up classic, Cacciatori Pizza & Pasta is doing Authentic New…
Cacciatori Pizza & Pasta
RestaurantsPinang
RestaurantsWhen dinner needs excitement, Pinang Asian Cuisine brings wok-kissed noodles, sushi that keeps it fresh, and the kind of sizzling platters…
Pinang
RestaurantsFirst Watch
RestaurantsCafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.
First Watch
RestaurantsDrip Cafe
RestaurantsDrip Cafe keeps brunch going all day with playful twists on breakfast favorites and dialed-in classics made with local ingredients. Coffee…
Drip Cafe
Restaurantskanji Asian bistro & sushi bar
RestaurantsKanji Asian Bistro & Sushi Bar in Newark keeps weeknights interesting with creative Japanese sushi, Chinese classics, Thai curries, and…
kanji Asian bistro & sushi bar
RestaurantsCousin's Burger
RestaurantsCraving that crispy-edge, juicy-center burger close to home? Cousin's Burger is turning out halal-friendly smashburgers recognized in…
Cousin's Burger
RestaurantsNifty Fifty's (Newark)
RestaurantsNifty Fifty's (Newark) serves up that classic 'Taste The Memories' vibe with thick, over-the-top milkshakes and fresh-ground burgers that…
Nifty Fifty's (Newark)
RestaurantsAnthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings
RestaurantsCasual chain serving charred-crust pies, plus wings, subs & Italian plates in a modern setting.
Anthony's Coal Fired Pizza & Wings
RestaurantsKlondike Kate's Restaurant & Saloon
RestaurantsSince 1979, Klondike Kate's Restaurant & Saloon has been the campus-adjacent hangout for classic American comfort, cocktails, and those…
Klondike Kate's Restaurant & Saloon
RestaurantsCafe Valentina
RestaurantsWhen pasta night needs a glow up, Café Valentina serves real-deal comfort with classic and gourmet pizzas, twirlable pastas, stromboli,…
Cafe Valentina
RestaurantsIchiban Hibachi & Sushi
RestaurantsIchiban Hibachi & Sushi does the whole show, from steak and seafood hibachi grilled to your preference to fresh rolls, in a lively, modern…
Ichiban Hibachi & Sushi
RestaurantsThe Border Cafe
RestaurantsAt The Border Cafe, tortillas are pressed to order, guac gets made all day, and mesquite from Texas fuels a live-fire grill. Expect fresh,…
The Border Cafe
RestaurantsSkipjack Dining
RestaurantsSkipjack Dining leans into seasonal, locally sourced seafood with chef-owner Donny Merrill riffing on New American classics and rolling out…
Skipjack Dining
RestaurantsBuffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsChain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.
Buffalo Wild Wings
RestaurantsPapa Johns Pizza
RestaurantsPizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.
Papa Johns Pizza
RestaurantsDickey's Barbecue Pit
RestaurantsBBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.
Dickey's Barbecue Pit
RestaurantsExpress Wings & Pizzaria
RestaurantsWhen your group chat can't agree, Express Wings & Pizzeria saves the night with crispy wings how you like them, hot pizza, steaks and subs,…
Express Wings & Pizzaria
RestaurantsAsian Noodle House-亚洲面条
RestaurantsWhen the craving hits for slurpable comfort, Asian Noodle House-亚洲面条 delivers with handcrafted noodles, rich ramen, and a braised beef soup…
Asian Noodle House-亚洲面条
RestaurantsKorean Barbecue (Seoul Garden)
RestaurantsA storied, family-run staple tucked in a shopping plaza, Korean Barbecue (Seoul Garden) nails the fun of tableside grilling with Japanese…
Korean Barbecue (Seoul Garden)
RestaurantsCafe Napoli
RestaurantsFor more than 30 years, Cafe Napoli has shared Southern Italian hospitality and authentic Napoletano cuisine with our neck of Delaware, led…
Cafe Napoli
RestaurantsBig Z Pizza
RestaurantsBig Z Pizza nails the no-fuss, big-flavor vibe locals actually want, with classic and specialty pies, legit wings, and hefty calzones plus…
Big Z Pizza
RestaurantsArchie's Pizza
RestaurantsArchie's Pizza does the classics right with fresh mozzarella, pecorino and those little cupped pepperoni that get perfectly charred.…
Archie's Pizza
RestaurantsUgly Dumpling
RestaurantsFriendly restaurant for noodles, dumplings and other familiar Chinese dishes, plus a bar.
Ugly Dumpling
RestaurantsOishii Sushi & Ramen
RestaurantsSkip the sad desk lunch this week and treat yourself to Oishii Sushi & Ramen, where the fish is fresh, the rolls are playful, and the ramen…
Oishii Sushi & Ramen
RestaurantsThe Peach Blossom Eatery
RestaurantsThe Peach Blossom Eatery keeps Newark fueled with breakfast, brunch, and lunch that actually hits the spot, from pastries and espresso…
The Peach Blossom Eatery
RestaurantsKatanas • Sushi & Mex Grill
RestaurantsKatanas • Sushi & Mex Grill mashes up authentic Japanese techniques with bold Mexican flavors, so you can pair sushi with tacos or dive…
Katanas • Sushi & Mex Grill
RestaurantsMario's Pizza - Pasta & Wings (Halal)
RestaurantsCraving a legit New York slice without crossing state lines? Mario's Pizza - Pasta & Wings (Halal) turns out pies from classic Pepperoni to…
Mario's Pizza - Pasta & Wings (Halal)
RestaurantsTony's Bistro
RestaurantsWhen you want foldable NY-style slices, a stacked sub, or a cheesesteak with attitude, Tony's Bistro keeps it old-school in a low-key room…
Tony's Bistro
RestaurantsCasa Kahlo Mexican Grill & Bar
RestaurantsCasa Kahlo Mexican Grill & Bar keeps Newark fed with crowd pleasing Mexican plates, a lively grill and bar vibe, and two convenient local…
Casa Kahlo Mexican Grill & Bar
RestaurantsTaverna Newark
RestaurantsIf your cravings say char-kissed crust and twirlable noodles, Taverna Newark delivers with coal-fired pizzas and homemade pastas inside a…
Taverna Newark
RestaurantsFounding Brothers Restaurant + Pub
RestaurantsFounding Brothers Restaurant + Pub brings Nashville-inspired comfort to Main Street with hot chicken, smashburgers, square pies and…
Founding Brothers Restaurant + Pub
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