Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Metuchen

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodMexicanSpanish

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MiddlesexSomersetUnion

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CranfordIselinMetuchenNew BrunswickRoselle ParkSouth Bound Brook

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Nauti Cajun Crab

4.8

Exceptional(614)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Metuchen

Booked 23 times today

We now accepting reservation for outdoor and indoor dining.We take great pride in providing a friendly and vibrant atmosphere for our guests to enjoy our delicious seafood, live crawfish, crispy wings and our popular seafood fried rice and garlic noodles. We take the "traditional Creole seafood boil" to the next level. We boil our crawfish and seafood with classic Louisiana style spices along with our own secret blend of spices then top it off with your choice of one of our mouth-watering flavors. After establishing a popular seafood boil in New Jersey since 2016, we are excited to bring our concept to Metuchen with even better seasonings and guest experience.

A photo of Kona Grill - Woodbridge restaurant

2. Kona Grill - Woodbridge

4.1

Excellent(1436)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Iselin

Booked 6 times today

Kona Grill restaurant offers an experience unrivaled in Woodbridge. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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3. Sweet Waters Steak House

4.8

Exceptional(2020)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Westfield

Booked 26 times today

If you do not see the day/time you are looking for please call 908.317.2599Established in June of 2001, family owned Sweet Waters Steak House has been called the Crown Jewel of Westfield. Serving the highest quality meats and seafood, combined with excellent service, all in a cozy 60 seat atmosphere. Classic cocktails and a boutique wine list complete the adult dining experience.

4. Ferraro's

4.9

Exceptional(648)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Westfield

Booked 3 times today

Ferraro's Restaurant has proudly been a family run business since 1969. Since that time, Ferraro's has become a staple of the Westfield community. With the simple philosophy, "Fresh is Best", Ferraro's has become a Westfield landmark.By crafting dishes like Sausage Lasagna and Cannelloni, Anna and Palmiro Ferraro have been pleasing patrons since the doors opened. Over the years, Ferraro's has expanded the menu and the dining space, but the emphasis has always been on ensuring customer satisfaction. Ferraro's gives the perfect blend of traditional and contemporary Italian Cuisine. In addition, we have our daily specials which offer many healthy choices as well as dishes from around the world. From our family to yours, we would like to invite you to dine with us and enjoy the Ferraro's experience.

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5. 1958 Cuban Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(1124)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Cuban • Westfield

Booked 13 times today

Luis and Sofi Perez want to take you to Cuba. No packing. No plane required. No long journey. Just drive to 301 South Avenue West in Westfield, close your eyes, listen and inhale.There is Cuban music, Cuban art and scenes of Cuba on the walls. And you can smell the results of culinary work of our authentic Cuban kitchen.Welcome to 1958 Cuban Cuisine!!

6. Fat Cactus

4.3

Awesome(433)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mexican • New Brunswick

Booked 18 times today

Escape to a fiesta of flavors at Fat Cactus Mexican Cantina, the heart of New Brunswick's culinary scene. Experience a lively atmosphere filled with the aroma of sizzling fajitas and the sounds of mariachi music. Indulge in hand-crafted guacamole made tableside or create your own taco masterpiece at our taco truck. Our menu features fresh, flavorful dishes like sizzling fajitas and succulent carne asada, all made with the finest ingredients. Quench your thirst with our signature frozen margaritas, made with real avocados and a hint of chili-lime. Explore our extensive tequila and rum selection, bringing the essence of Mexico to every sip. As the night progresses, enjoy live mariachi bands or guest DJs that enhance the vibrant ambiance. Fat Cactus is the perfect spot for a memorable dining experience, whether celebrating a special occasion or craving authentic Mexican culture. Join us, where every bite is a fiesta for your senses.

7. Ovations

4.8

Exceptional(286)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • New Brunswick

Booked 1 time today

Outdoor dining available!In the heart of South Bound Brook, Ovations serves a unique culinary fusion featuring sumptuous American and Italian cuisines in its relaxing and friendly eatery. For starters, enjoy the jumbo coconut shrimp with sesame garlic sauce and the homemade rice balls, which display Ovations inventive aesthetic. Some of the house specialties include the pan seared scallops and shrimp with white wine sauce served over risotto, the braised boneless short ribs baked with port wine and plum tomatoes and the chicken Giardiniera with arugula, mozzarella, tomato, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette..

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8. 16 Prospect Wine Bar & Bistro

3.7

Very Good(368)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Westfield

Booked 7 times today

16 Prospect wine bar & Bistro is located in the center of charming Westfield, NJ. In the front we have a warm bar, lounge, and stage area featuring live music five nights a week while a 72 seat dining room occupies the back. Our menu is a reflection of the varied interests and eclectic tastes of our owners, making us unique among restaurants in Westfield NJ. Our dishes feature fresh ingredients accompanied by bold flavors, a focus on making everything in-house down to the bread, fruit juices, cocktail mixes and bar snacks. This dedication to excellence at every level adds up to a memorable experience.

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9. Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe

4.6

Exceptional(236)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • New Brunswick

Booked 8 times today

From handcrafted beers to our unique and flavorful American eclectic menu, Harvest Moon Brewery and Cafe located right in Downtown New Brunswick affords diners the chance to escape from the stresses of daily life. Harvest Moon features a delectable menu along with hand-crafted beer brewed on site all served in a fun & exciting atmosphere that is perfect for the young and old alike.

10. Ciao Bello

4.5

Awesome(88)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cranford

Booked 5 times today

Ciao Bello Restaurants is your neighborhood Italian bistro with a tradition rooted in flavorful food and warm hospitality. At our establishment, your dining pleasure is our priority. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine right here in Cranford. Enjoy indoor and outdoor patio seating!

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TomWVIP
Jacksonville / Northeast Florida •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing as always!!! Mentor and Caesar are always the best!!
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FiorinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Summit
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4.8
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ron
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As always quality food and service. I had the 20 oz Rib Eye steak. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare and tender and juicy. Service was excellent again as usual.
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Sweet Waters Steak HousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Westfield
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4.8
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EnobongVIP
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Fantastic as always! Nauti Cajun medium is perfect everytime 😊
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Nauti Cajun CrabPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Metuchen
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4.8
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Anne-MarieVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •45 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We loved our dinner here. We were in the room where you could see them cooking and the food was DELICIOUS/ What a beautiful restaurant!
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Ninety AcresPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Bedminster
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4.5
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Brandon
Atlanta •1 review
5.0
Dined on 15 Feb 2025
Had the african american guy on valentines day seated by the sidewalk and man he was amazing
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Kona Grill - WoodbridgePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Iselin
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4.1

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