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Char Steakhouse - Raritan, Raritan, NJ

Char Steakhouse - Raritan

4.8
4.8
3466 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
20:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
Experience the best of New York-style dining right in the heart of Central Jersey at Char Steakhouse. Our upscale yet inviting atmosphere, paired with an innovative menu, makes us a top destination for steak lovers & seafood enthusiasts alike. At Char, we take pride in serving the finest dry-aged and prime beef, expertly prepared for maximum flavor. Our seafood is delivered fresh daily, ensuring an exceptional dining experience with each visit. Guests can savor seven premium cuts of dry-aged beef or indulge in fresh oysters and colossal blue crab from our renowned raw bar. Unique design elements include four state-of-the-art fireplaces and our signature Rain Room, where a cascading water wall sets a serene tone for an unforgettable meal.
Whether you're looking for an intimate dinner, a lively night out, or a private gathering, Char Steakhouse has the perfect setting

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 13:00–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Phil Deffina
  • Catering
    Char Steakhouse will deliver to any location within 25 miles for parties ranging from 15 to 500 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Char Steakhouse features private and semi private areas that can accommodate a range of party sizes from 15-200 guests.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Bridgewater
  • Cross Street
    First Avenue
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot accommodates 80 to 100 vehicles and Valet is available for special events.
  • Public transit
    Raritan stop on the New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line.
  • Entertainment
    Our staff provides all the entertainment our diners will need
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Experiences

  • Hamel Vineyards and Estate Food and Wine Dinner

    US$180.00 per person

    Prepaid

    3 Apr 2025 only
    Join us for a special evening with “Director of Winemaking” John Hamel and the culinary team of Char Steakhouse. Grown along the western slopes of the Mayacamas Mountains in the Sonoma Valley AVA. Hamel Vineyard wines express the energy and character of the ancient volcanic soils. Join us for a special evening at our Raritan location. Imagine a place where the rugged beauty of Sonoma Valley meets the art of crafting exceptional wines. Hamel’s 124-acre estate is home to four certified organic and biodynamic vineyards, producing boutique quantities of Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, Grenache, and Sauvignon Blanc. Founded in 2006, by Pamela and George Hamel Jr., with just a single acre of vines. Hamel strives to blend tradition with innovation to create wines that capture the essence of their unique terroir.

What 3,466 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New Jersey

    Steakhouse

  • Somerset

    Best Food

  • Somerset

    Best Service

  • Somerset

    Best Ambience

  • Somerset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Somerset

    Romantic

  • Somerset

    Good for special occasions

  • Somerset

    Lively

  • Somerset

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Char Steakhouse in Raritan offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic" food and "exceptional" service. Guests rave about the bone-in filet and crab cakes. The atmosphere is "amazing," highlighted by an "awesome" outdoor patio. Servers like Joe and Merve are praised for their "enthusiastic" and "perfect" service, enhancing every visit.
3,466 Reviews
  1. Ed

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful as always. Food, atmosphere, location, always a special meeting place for me and my co-workers (all retired now). And special shout out to our server Juliana, who had the patience of a saint and a great sense if humor. Thanks!!

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  2. Alanalan

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff from hostesses to bar to table. Food was great and service was outstanding!

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  3. Frank

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 19 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I wanted to take my son to a nice dinner and couldn't have chosen a better place than Char. From the moment we sat down, I server Joe worked with us to really find what would be the best dishes for us. He patiently and enthusiastically educated us on each dish and its profile and listened to our preferences then made absolutely perfect suggestions for us. Needless to say the food was fantastic on spot on for us. My son said it was the "best meal I've ever had" (He's 20). If you want to make a night out special, you will never go wrong with Char! Thanks Joe for a great night and a special memory for me and my son.

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  4. Sean VIP

    New York City101 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal job as always here. Bone in filet was perfectly cooked and amazing flavor with the Diane preparation. Wife always enjoys the surf and turf entree which leaves us too full for dessert. If we had left room we would have ordered the chocolate mousse cake or bread pudding which are both favorites

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  5. Clara VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Was a great steak plus lovely ambience and brilliant service

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  6. Joe VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always wonderful food. Waitress was fantastic. All around great venue for celebrating.

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  7. shamil VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 16 March 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Waiter spilled an entire drink on my table getting some on my date . No compensation was suggested, table was sticky the entire night , shrimp scampi wasn’t good , drinks filled with mostly ice. Overall bad experience.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food. Highly recommend the bone in filet mignon. Service is top tier.

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  9. NJ4folks VIP

    New York City38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Highest quality food Can be noisy around the bar area

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Filets were excellent and the service was good as well!

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FAQs

Char Steakhouse - Raritan offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 707-1777.

Char Steakhouse - Raritan is rated 4.8 stars by 3466 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
20:00
Booked 18 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Char Steakhouse - Raritan

777 US Highway 202 North, Raritan, NJ 08869

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    First Avenue
  • Area
    Bridgewater
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Sun 13:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Our private parking lot accommodates 80 to 100 vehicles and Valet is available for special events.
  • Public transit
    Raritan stop on the New Jersey Transit Raritan Valley Line.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Phil Deffina
  • Entertainment
    Our staff provides all the entertainment our diners will need
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Char Steakhouse will deliver to any location within 25 miles for parties ranging from 15 to 500 guests
  • Private party facilities
    Char Steakhouse features private and semi private areas that can accommodate a range of party sizes from 15-200 guests.
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