Newark · Essex County, NJ
Food & Drink in Newark
Scout analyzed 94 Newark places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.
Places analyzed
94
Matches
24
Typical spend
$45
Typical visit
1.2 hr
Best neighborhoods for food & drink
Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.
Scout-verified spots
Central Business District
The Yard
The Yard offers a casual dining option for lunch or dinner, suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-45 per person on food and drinks.
Central Business District
Legacy27 Kitchen & Cocktail
Legacy27 is a good option for an evening meal with cocktails, potentially for a date or a social gathering. Plan for a visit of 1.5 to 2 hours and a spend of $40-80 per person.
Central Business District
Don Pepe Restaurant
Don Pepe is a traditional Spanish/Portuguese restaurant best suited for a dinner outing, especially for seafood and steak. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person.
Central Business District
Chateau of Spain
Chateau of Spain is a classic choice for a relaxed dinner outing, suitable for families or a date. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$60 per person on Spanish and Portuguese cuisine.
University Heights
Intrinsic Café
This casual cafe is good for a quick stop for coffee or bubble tea, either alone or with family. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-15 per person.
Food & Drink
Muse Coffee Company
Muse Coffee Company is a good spot for a quick coffee and pastry, ideal for a casual solo stop or a quiet meet-up. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a visit of about 30 minutes.
Central Business District
Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood
Medallion Steakhouse & Seafood is suitable for a dinner outing, often paired with a show or event. Expect a 1.5-2 hour meal costing $75-$150 per person for food and drinks.
North Ironbound
No Pão at Café Caffé- Chestnut Street
This cafe is good for a quick breakfast, lunch, or coffee break, lasting about an hour and costing $10-$25 per person. It can pair with a walk in the neighborhood or as a stop on your commute.
North Ironbound
Sihana Cafe
Sihana Cafe is a casual stop for a quick coffee or light meal, suitable for a solo break or a relaxed meet-up. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $10-$25 per person.
Food & Drink
Tops Diner
Tops Diner is a classic spot for a casual meal, great for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Expect a typical visit to last about an hour, with most meals costing around $20-40 per person.
North Ironbound
Five Corners Ristorante
Five Corners Ristorante is suitable for a dinner outing, particularly for dates or family meals. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$70 per person on food and drinks.
Food & Drink
Coperaco Café
Coperaco Café is good for a quick solo coffee or a casual stop with family, costing around $5-$15 per person for about 30 minutes. It pairs well with a morning commute or a relaxed afternoon break.
North Ironbound
Fornos of Spain
Fornos of Spain is a good choice for a sit-down dinner with a group or for a celebratory meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $75-$150 per person for food and drinks.
Food & Drink
The Office Tavern Grill
This airport restaurant is suitable for a quick meal or a drink before a flight. Expect a typical visit of about an hour, costing roughly $20-40 per person for American fare.
University Heights
TeaRx Cafe-Newark
A cafe for a relaxed solo or small group visit, suitable for a casual meal or drink. Expect to spend $10-25 per person for about 45 minutes.
North Ironbound
Burke's Tavern
Burke's Tavern is suitable for a relaxed evening meal or drinks, perhaps after an event or as a casual meet-up. Expect to spend $20-45 per person for food and drinks.
Central Business District
Ikoyi Restaurant and Lounge
Ikoyi Restaurant and Lounge is suitable for an evening out with food and drinks, potentially extending into late-night entertainment. Expect to spend $50-$100 per person for an experience lasting 1.5-3 hours.
Central Business District
Ellie's Bistro
Ellie's Bistro is a suitable stop for a casual Italian meal, perhaps before or after a local event. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-40 per person.
Central Business District
Cornbread Newark
Cornbread Newark is suitable for a casual meal, often taking about an hour. Expect to spend $15-30 per person for classic soul food dishes.
East Ferry
Blueprint Cafe
Blueprint Cafe is suitable for a solo stop for coffee and a light meal, or a casual meet-up. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $10-25 per person.
The Waterfront
Surf City
Surf City is suitable for a casual meal or drinks with a view, especially on a sunny afternoon or evening. Expect to spend $30-60 per person for food and drinks, pairing well with a walk along the waterfront.
Colgate Center
RoofTop at Exchange Place
This rooftop restaurant offers American fare and cocktails with skyline views, suitable for an upscale evening out. Plan for a 1.5-hour visit, spending around $75-$150 per person on food and drinks.
North Ironbound
Little Tijuana
Little Tijuana is a good spot for a casual meal with friends or family, offering a lively atmosphere with Mexican food and drinks. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and around $20-45 per person.
Harsimus Cove
Skinner's Loft
Skinner's Loft is suitable for a dinner outing, offering New American cuisine and rooftop dining. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person.
Under $35
Cheap dates and low-spend afternoons.
Worth the splurge
When the night needs to land.
No reservation needed
Walk in tonight.
What Scout found
- 25 of the 94 analyzed Newark places fit food & drink.
- 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
- 8% have easy parking.
- Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Upscale, Quiet, Romantic, Playful.
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