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Metropolitan Cafe, Freehold, NJ

Metropolitan Cafe

4.6
4.6
1609 Reviews
$30 and under
American
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Metropolitan Cafe

4.6
$30 and under
American
Freehold

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighbourhood gem
*Please note we offer Free Parking*

Metropolitan Café offers a unique New American Menu with a Pacific Rim flair. Whether you are in the mood for some sushi or small plates in our lounge, a glass of wine from our Wine Spectator Award Winning list, a cocktail from our lively martini bar or an exquisite lunch or dinner, Metropolitan Café offers a wealth of choices in a hip, upscale yet casual atmosphere.

Do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your reservation. Thank you for choosing Metropolitan Café, we look forward to serving you.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pan-Asian, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 780-9400
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ulisses Nova
  • Catering
    From the simplest BBQ to the most elaborate affair, let Metropolitan Cafe bring their great cuisine and professional staff to your home, office or any location.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is the perfect location for your business meeting, seminar or celebration. Let us design a menu that fits your needs so you can be a guest at your own party.
  • Area
    Freehold
  • Cross Street
    South St (Route 79)
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Market Yard lot in the rear of the restaurant. We also offer complimentary valet on weekends in the Market Yard lot. Additional evening parking available in the Hall of Records lot across the street on Main Street.
  • Public transit
    Bus service to Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough
  • Entertainment
    Live DJ every Thursday through Saturday Starting at 10:00 pm till closing
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,609 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Metropolitan Cafe delights with "fabulous cocktails" and a diverse menu, offering everything from "delicious sushi" to hearty entrees. Patrons praise the "excellent service" and inviting atmosphere, both indoors and on the patio. While the menu could expand vegetarian options, the "great wine list" and signature martinis win guests over.

1,609 Reviews
  1. Stanley

    New York City

    20 reviews

    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere reminds me of a chic Manhattan restaurant. The sushi is wonderful! The menu is quite extensive…. my wife & I enjoyed our entrees; our friends - not so much. Nonetheless, the service was impeccable!! We will definitely go again!

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  2. merrick

    New York City

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Average. Not rushing back. Was hoping for better.

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  3. Michael

    New York City

    22 reviews

    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice booth … easy to carry on a conversation. Food was generous and great. Service was very attentive.

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  4. Martine

    New York City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and wine selections! Delicious sushi, scallop dish, and calamari.

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  5. Dan

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 5 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was awesome, definitely will come back 

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  6. Thomas

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a good stop. We have had Kerry as our server and she always provides great service.

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  7. michele

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The menue was well diverse, it offers a little of everything. There are small food choices & big food choices, Martini list, attentive service, we will be back!

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  8. Jeanmarie

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 24 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always exceptional, with a great wine list by the glass, along with bottles, and great drinks. This is an all-around great restaurant. 10 stars ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆

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  9. Phil

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 15 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gtrat food and excellent service Highly recommended

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  10. Victoria

    New York City

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 13 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great. For Sunday at 12:45 pm I wish they would add a couple brunch style items to the menu. Almost everyone was sitting outside but we preferred inside. The service was a bit off - possibly due to this choice. The waitress was slow to take our order and the staff congregated to talk just out of earshot by the bar. The sushi was as good or better than a Japanese restaurant and the entree was fresh and crisp and came out hot with the cold items cold on the same plate. I would go again just to try the rest of the menu.

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FAQs

Metropolitan Cafe offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 780-9400.

Metropolitan Cafe is rated 4.6 stars by 1609 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Metropolitan Cafe restaurant

Metropolitan Cafe

4.6
$30 and under
American
Freehold

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Metropolitan Cafe

8 E Main Street, Freehold, NJ 07728

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    South St (Route 79)
  • Area
    Freehold
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Pan-Asian, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in the Market Yard lot in the rear of the restaurant. We also offer complimentary valet on weekends in the Market Yard lot. Additional evening parking available in the Hall of Records lot across the street on Main Street.
  • Public transit
    Bus service to Downtown Freehold, Freehold Borough
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ulisses Nova
  • Entertainment
    Live DJ every Thursday through Saturday Starting at 10:00 pm till closing
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (732) 780-9400
  • Catering
    From the simplest BBQ to the most elaborate affair, let Metropolitan Cafe bring their great cuisine and professional staff to your home, office or any location.
  • Private party facilities
    Our private dining room is the perfect location for your business meeting, seminar or celebration. Let us design a menu that fits your needs so you can be a guest at your own party.
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