East Orange · Essex County, NJ

Food & Drink in East Orange

Scout analyzed 32 East Orange places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

32

Matches

16

Typical spend

$30

Typical visit

1.2 hr

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Scotchies Jerk Center

Food & Drink

Scotchies Jerk Center

This jerk center is good for a casual and affordable meal, suitable for a quick lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 45-60 minutes and $15-30 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
23 Skiddoo Cafe

Watsessing

23 Skiddoo Cafe

23 Skiddoo Cafe is a casual stop for a coffee or light snack, ideal for a quick solo outing or a brief meet-up. Expect to spend $5-15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Harper's Cafe

Food & Drink

Harper's Cafe

Harper's Cafe is a good spot for a relaxed breakfast or lunch, offering a casual setting for solo visits or family meals. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for about an hour, and it pairs well with local errands or a stroll.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Llewellyn Parq Bar and Grill

Food & Drink

Llewellyn Parq Bar and Grill

Llewellyn Parq Bar and Grill is a standard option for a casual meal or drinks, ideal for family dinners, dates, or grabbing a bite with friends. Expect to spend $25-$60 per person and plan for a 1.5-hour visit.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$60 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
The Order

Food & Drink

The Order

The Order is a casual spot for a solo meal or coffee, fitting for a quick stop during the day. Expect to spend $10-25 per person and stay for about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Tastey's Gail's Southern Style Soul Food

Food & Drink

Tastey's Gail's Southern Style Soul Food

Tastey's Gail's is a casual spot for a Southern soul food meal, good for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for a meal that lasts about 45 minutes.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
McLoone's Boathouse

Food & Drink

McLoone's Boathouse

This is a good spot for a relaxed meal with views, suitable for a date night or family outing, especially when the weather allows for patio dining. Expect to spend 30-75 dollars per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsOutdoors
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Reservoir

Food & Drink

Reservoir

Reservoir is an informal Italian spot ideal for a casual dinner out, particularly with family or friends. Expect to spend $20-$40 per person for an hour-long meal of pasta or pizza.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$20–$40 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
The Highlawn

Food & Drink

The Highlawn

The Highlawn is an upscale destination for New American dining with Manhattan views, ideal for a romantic dinner or celebrating a special occasion. Expect to spend 2 hours and over $100 per person.

FoodCocktailsViews
$100–$250 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Kinya Ramen • Sushi • Bar

Food & Drink

Kinya Ramen • Sushi • Bar

Kinya Ramen offers a casual spot for Japanese food, ideal for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a simple lunch outing. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-45 per person for ramen, sushi, and possibly a drink.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
HABIBI MOTOR CAFE

Food & Drink

HABIBI MOTOR CAFE

Habibi Motor Cafe is a good spot for a casual meal or coffee, ideal for a quick solo stop or a relaxed gathering. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for a visit of about an hour.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Libretti's Restaurant

Food & Drink

Libretti's Restaurant

This long-standing Italian restaurant is suitable for a dinner outing, possibly followed by karaoke or piano lounge entertainment. Expect a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours, with costs ranging from $30-$70 per person for a meal and drinks.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Limin’s Cafe Caribe

Food & Drink

Limin’s Cafe Caribe

Limin’s Cafe Caribe is a relaxed, budget-friendly spot for Caribbean food, suitable for a quick meal or family lunch. Expect to spend $10-$25 per person for a visit of under an hour.

FoodRelaxedQuirky
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Tasha's Caribbean & Soul Food Cuisine

Food & Drink

Tasha's Caribbean & Soul Food Cuisine

Tasha's offers Caribbean and Soul Food for a casual meal, suitable for lunch or dinner. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for a visit lasting about an hour.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
J's Soul Food

Food & Drink

J's Soul Food

J's Soul Food offers a casual meal, suitable for a relaxed lunch or dinner. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person.

FoodRelaxed
$10–$25 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Star Tavern

Food & Drink

Star Tavern

Star Tavern is a classic thin-crust pizza spot suitable for a casual family meal or an affordable date night. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-30 per person for pizza and drinks.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$30 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 16 of the 32 analyzed East Orange places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 31% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Romantic, Scenic, Upscale.

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