Best Restaurants with a Happy Hour in South Orange

42 restaurants available nearby

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1. McLoone's Boathouse

4.2

Price: Moderate

• American • West Orange

Booked 25 times today

Located within the South Mountain Recreation Complex, McLoone's Boathouse sits on the banks of the reservoir, showcasing spectacular views to our customers. The offerings range from fresh seafood to hand-cut steaks, as well as pastas, burgers, salads & homemade desserts.We also host Private & Semi-Private Events as we have banquet coordinators on site.

2. Nero's Grille

4.8

Exceptional(691)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Livingston

Booked 20 times today

Now celebrating its 55th year, Nero's Grille continues to be one of north-Jersey's most popular dining scenes. We combine the highest quality, freshest ingredients with a comfortable, familiar atmosphere and service that makes you feel like one of the family. Nero's has become the area's place to see and be seen. Three separate dining rooms, and outdoor patio dining as climate permits, provide a warm, unpretentious intimacy in which to enjoy our high-quality, moderately-priced American and Italian fare, while the large bar area buzzes with the energy of friends gathering over a favorite martini or a glass of wine from Nero's award-winning list. Private rooms are also available, and our banquet staff is noted for making special events 'extra special.' After four decades, the entire Nero's family continues to take enormous pride in offering our guests, new and old, a gracious welcome, a terrific meal, and our sincere appreciation.

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3. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

4.2

Awesome(2558)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Short Hills

Booked 68 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

4. La Griglia

4.9

Exceptional(2091)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kenilworth

Booked 29 times today

With a unique combination of sophisticated atmosphere, an extensive wine list, and contemporary cuisine with a focus on seafood, La Griglia offers a taste of Italy far from the ordinary.

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5. MoonShine - Modern Supper Club

4.2

Awesome(1345)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Millburn

Booked 2 times today

Contemporary American cooking executed with style, finesse and an "updated" comfort-food sensibility, featuring new takes on retro-classic dishes. MoonShine is a happy amalgam of modern regionally sourced cuisine with approachable, appealing dishes. The beverage program boasts an emphasis on seasonal specialty cocktails – original creations and updates on classics. 30 beers by the bottle and 20 draft lines will delight the palate of even the novice beer enthusiast. Prefer Wine? 50 wines by the glass, in 3- or 6-oz. pours coupled with another 50 bottle Reserve List from Old- and New World, with brief, vivid, helpful descriptions to assist w/selection provide a sanctuary for any professional wine swoosher. MoonShine Modern Supper Club is an instant new classic.

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6. Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

4.3

Awesome(1863)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Newark

Booked 12 times today

Unwind from the grind at NICO, Newark's most relaxing space. Savor our American menu and the best fries you've ever had. NICO is the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, enjoy a pre-show meal before your NJPAC performance.. Our award-winning team is always here to bring you good times, great music, and delicious vibes.

7. Lagar Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(38)

Price: Expensive

• Portuguese • Clark

Booked 9 times today

Located in the heart of Union Township, NJ, Lagar Restaurant has always been a staple in the community, serving traditional Portuguese cuisine and Mediterranean flavors. Enjoy a selection of heavenly seafood and fresh fish dishes, as well as the delicious steaks, poultry and pork dishes. Our focus is to provide you with excellent service and to make delicious dishes using only the freshest ingredients. We also offer daily lunch and dinner specials, happy hour, live entertainment, wine tasting dinners and more... Our restaurant has two different party/dining rooms, sports bar, large outdoor patio enclosed and heated.Make your reservations today!

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8. Swahili Village OTS

4.5

Awesome(352)

Price: Expensive

• African • Newark

Booked 24 times today

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9. da Benito Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(856)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Union

Booked 8 times today

Exquisite cuisine complimented with our extensive award winning wine list featuring the very best from Italy, France and California. This makes for a unique and memorable dining experience at this top New Jersey restaurant. Attention to detail defines “Fine Dining” at restaurant da Benito. Immaculate Italian table linens on every table and a professional wait staff will cater to your every wish. Our menu is as rich in flavor as it is diverse and incorporating local grown vegetables, homemade pastas, aged steaks that rival the best steakhouses and fresh wild seafood creates a menu that has to be tasted to be appreciated.

10. Par 440

4.1

Excellent(310)

Price: Expensive

• American • Short Hills

Booked 6 times today

At Par 440 Restaurant and Lounge on the East Orange Golf Course in Shorts Hills. You can indulge in a wide variety of fresh foods. Like brick oven pizza or sushi prepared fresh by a master sushi chef. Relax and enjoy a cocktail at the bar with friends and coworkers during happy hour or Watch the big game on one of 17+ large screen HDTVs. Host a private party. Or join the fun on the weekends with dinner and live entertainment.

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Lynnevip
New York City •390 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a wonderful lunch at la Griglia. The food was delicious and the service was wonderful and we will certainly go back again.
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La GrigliaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Kenilworth
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4.9
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Anthonyvip
New York City •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
We are long time customers. The place can use some updating and a deep cleaning. No hot sake ? Def should make sure the machine works. The staff was very good from Louis the server, Hector the chef and Andy the manager. They all were very accommodating. Food is consistent and very good.
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Benihana - Short Hills, NJPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Short Hills
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4.2
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Shannavip
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food was so good. This restaurant has everything you need for a fantastic night out.
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MoonShine - Modern Supper ClubPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Millburn
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4.2
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Lynnevip
New York City •390 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a wonderful lunch at McLoones. The service was wonderful.,Our waiter Junius, was excellent. The food was fantastic snd we even joined the rewards club. We will certainly return.
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McLoone's BoathousePrice: Moderate• American• West Orange
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4.2
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Harveyvip
New York City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food and service always superb. Lots of family celebrating on. Saturday night.
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Nero's GrillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Livingston
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4.8

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42 restaurants available nearby

1. McLoone's Boathouse

2. Nero's Grille

3. Benihana - Short Hills, NJ

4. La Griglia

5. MoonShine - Modern Supper Club

6. Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark

7. Lagar Restaurant

8. Swahili Village OTS

9. da Benito Ristorante

10. Par 440

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