New Jersey is in a class of its own when it comes to world-class culinary experiences. Here, fine dining doesn’t take place in stuffy, old-school banquet halls. Instead, the Garden State’s upscale dining scene focuses on innovative, design-forward spaces pushing the boundaries of modern gastronomy. In this list, we’re showcasing New Jersey’s 10 Best Fine Dining Restaurants.
This year’s selections range from intimate, vegetable-forward tasting menus to Mexican steakhouses serving A5 Japanese Wagyu. We’re talking kitchens backed by Michelin-starred pedigrees, 24K gold-leaf risottos, and perfect Neapolitan pies. Ready to discover New Jersey’s 10 Best Fine Dining Restaurants? Keep Scrolling to See the Full List.
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Featured From Monmouth County:
Apero Steakhouse
Where: 200 Port Au Peck Ave, Oceanport
Details: Apero Steakhouse is a place to slow down and unwind. Their cuisine utilizes classic French techniques to prepare time-honored favorites. This includes their classically-prepared French Onion soup, as well as small plates. (We recommend the Escargot De Bourgogne and Seared Fois Gras.) Standout entrees range from Dry Aged Rohan Duck Breast and Scallop Au Gratin to Brioche Crusted Halibut. When it comes to their chops, all prime steak frites are served with pomme frites and mustard aioli. Recommended cuts include the 8oz Filet Mignon, 14oz NY Strip, and 38oz Porterhouse. Meanwhile, Apero serves cocktail favorites like the Manhattan, Old Fashioned, Dirty Martini, and Daiquiris. Their elevated homemade dessert showcases their Chocolate Tower, Apple Galette, and custom to-go Chocolate Boxes. (The latter supports the Liv Like a Unicorn Foundation.) Apero now offers lunch service on Fridays and Saturdays.
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Featured From Bergen County:
The 130 Club
Where: 130 County Rd, Tenafly
Details: The 130 Club is an upscale steakhouse serving premium cuts of meat and seafood along with signature cocktails and sides. But that’s only half the experience, as the property also houses The 130 Social, a private and luxurious members only cigar club with full bar, lounge, and dining room. Both concepts come from the culinary visionaries behind the extremely popular 4Charles Prime Rib NYC. This includes Founder and Executive Chef Geoff Taylor. (Known for developing signature menu items such as the prime rib French dip and caviar-topped deviled eggs.) In short, The 130 Club offers an intimate, supper-club-style restaurant built around elevated comfort dishes and inventive cocktails. Premium quality entrees include Wagyu NY Strip Steak, Boneless filet Mignon, Dry-Aged Ribeye, Colorado Lamb Chops. But the marquee — and simply must-try — menu item is their Ten Hour Slow Roasted Prime Rib.
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Featured From Cape May County:
Il Riccio
Where: 311 Mansion St, Cape May
Details: Il Riccio is all about fine Italian dining. The space is intentionally designed to make patrons feel like they’re stepping into a villa on the Amalfi Coast. Everything on the menu is infused with Southern Italian flavors, including their handmade pastas and A5 Japanese Wagyu risotto. This signature risotto features aged acquerello rice, premium certified Japanese Wagyu Beef, creamy pecorino cheese, and is accented with a 24K gold leaf. Fan favorite seafood menu standouts like grilled baby Spanish octopus and giant Alaskan king crab legs offer flavorful, elevated cuisine. The best way to end a meal is with their Nutella Affogato or Torta al Limoncello desserts. A couple notes about reservations and party sizes that are important to know: During the summer and on weekends, the restaurant’s maximum party size is 12. They also recommend making a reservation for groups of 5 to 12 at least 2-3 weeks in advance.
| Visit Their Website | Reserve a Table | Follow on Instagram | Follow on Facebook | Follow on TikTok | Call 609-554-3165 |
Featured from Burlington County:
Revell Hall
Where: 219 High St, Burlington
Details: Revell Hall is a hot spot for modern, semi-fine American dining. The menu’s bold international flavors, artisanal craftsmanship, and wood-fired cooking offer an elevated yet approachable dining experience. All dishes are inspired by Michelin-starred Chef Joey Sergentakis’ travels and culinary expertise. Specifically, the menu blends European techniques with Asian complexity, Latin vibrancy, and Mediterranean warmth. Menu favorites include the Hokkaido milk bun, Koji fried chicken, and beef tataki toast. Other noteworthy dishes range from grilled Spanish octopus and ponzu marinated tuna tartare to the salmon cured pastrami and cast-iron miso black cod. Dishes are paired with a variety of house-made sauces, seasonal sides, and components like citrus infusions, fermented misos, and chili-spiced reductions. For dessert, we have to recommend the roasted white chocolate and chestnut panna cotta.
| Visit Their Website | Reserve a Table | Follow on Instagram | Follow on Facebook | Call 609-232-7555 |
Capon’s Chophouse
Where: Hackensack
Details: Capon’s Chophouse brings a Modern Steakhouse flair to the Shops at Riverside. Chef Josh Capon takes the spirit of a classic America chophouse and elevates the experience for today’s sophisticated diners. This includes a prix fixe lunch showcasing upscale takes like Crispy Candied Bacon Nuggies and Steak Tartare Crispy Rice. Dinner highlights include the Raw Bar with Hamachi Sashimi, the Baked Lobster, and the 16oz Prime Ribeye. It’s a tough task, but try to save room for the Basque Cheesecake or Banana Pecan Bread Pudding.
Isola Italian Trattoria
Where: Westfield
Details: Isola blends tried and true recipes with trendy flavors. They wood-fire their Neapolitan pizzas and fresh sourdough breads and focaccia all in-house using their pizza oven. In addition to pizzas, Executive Chef Ermelindo Firmani prepares a selection of homemade pasta dishes. Fan favorites include the Lasagna Bolognese Rotolo and Cavatelli with Pork Ragu and Broccoli Rabe. Meanwhile, seafood highlights from the menu include pan-seared branzino, pan-seared Viking Village scallops, and Spaghettini Arrabbiata.
Mezcal
Where: Old Bridge
Details: The only Mexican Steakhouse on this year’s list, Mezcal fuses dry-aged steaks with Mexican flavors. The menu includes starters such as Spanish Octopus, Beef Tenderloin Tartare, and Stuffed Poblano Pepper. Meanwhile the prime steaks that headline the menu range from the 10oz Skirt Steak to the A5 Japanese Wagyu. (The latter is priced per ounce.) For a signature dinner, we recommend the Mezcal Spinalis Experience. It’s also worth noting that Mezcal welcomes the whole family, and offers a kids menu by request.
Morris Proper
Where: Morristown
Details: The Morris Proper in Morristown believes comfort and excellence aren’t opposites. Rather, they’re partners. Signature menu offerings include handmade pastas, slow-roasted rotisserie meats, vegetable dishes, and seafood. Their elevated, seasonal menu changes regularly, but always remains focused on locally-sourced ingredients. Similarly, the seasonal drink menu is made in collaboration with small winemakers, distillers, and local brewers, prioritizing sustainability and transparency. They also recently added a weekend brunch menu.
Sam’s Table
Where: Montclair
Details: Visiting Sam’s Table feels more like dinner at a friend’s house than a fancy restaurant. The restaurant, led by Executive Chef Sam Stymest, serves an a la carte menu alongside a tasting menu. Chef Sam’s dishes emphasize sourcing ingredients from local farmers, foragers and fishermen. Both the a la carte menu and 5-course tasting menu change monthly based on what’s in season. The experience is best described as modern American cuisine with a vegetable-forward flair in an intimate yet refined atmosphere.
The Saint Clair
Where: Montclair
Details: The Saint Clair offers a sustainable, seasonally-focused menu that includes lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. While many of the core ingredients remain the same throughout the year, the garnishes always change to match the season. Their homemade cast iron cornbread is already a big hit, as is the halibut. But in truth, everything is made with care and worth a try. While they don’t have a pastry chef, The Saint Clair makes two desserts in house. One is a milk and honey panna cotta, and the other is a Brambleberry galette.
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Capon’s Chophouse (Hackensack) offers a sophisticated take on the classic American chophouse. Likewise, Apero Steakhouse (Oceanport) serves Dry Aged Rohan Duck Breast alongside massive 38oz Porterhouses.
Sam’s Table (Montclair) offers a 5-course tasting menu that changes monthly. Executive Chef Sam Stymest focuses on locally-sourced ingredients from local farmers, foragers, and fishermen to create vegetable-forward, modern American cuisine.
Mezcal (Old Bridge) is a unique Mexican Steakhouse fusing high-end, dry-aged steaks with authentic Mexican culinary traditions. Their menu features everything from Spanish Octopus to their signature Mezcal Spinalis Experience.
Revell Hall (Burlington) is a hot spot for modern, semi-fine American dining. The bold, international dishes are inspired by the travels and culinary mastery of Michelin-starred Chef Joey Sergentakis.
Il Riccio (Cape May) transports guests directly to a villa on the Amalfi Coast. They specialize in highly elevated Southern Italian flavors, handmade pastas, and a signature A5 Japanese Wagyu risotto. (Accented with a 24K gold leaf.)
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