50 Best Bars near Carteret

“I love praying the rosary and being devoted to the BVM. AND HELPING OUT WHEN I CAN.“

“Stumbled upon this welcoming pub after a long working day during UN Week in NYC. As my hotel was near Carteret was able to hop off the NYC bus and stroll right in. Trivia night was on and that was a welcome diversion - as was the prompt and friendly service and the cold beer! BTW, $5 Happy Hour is Monday-Saturday 5-8pm. I’m a wing snob so didn’t give them a high ranking but definitely in the zone of tasty and comfort food! Highly recommended!!!“

“First time here and I loved it. Food was great and so was the service. Definitely coming back.“

“We have been here a few times, and my brother had several celebrations here…always amazing. The owner is an experienced chef from Braga, Portugal, and you can totally taste the authenticity. Can’t wait to try the Francesinha, next time!“

“I've been going to Lee's since I was a very little girl for pizza with my Dad and Mom. 65+ years later, I have taken my husband, my children, and my grandchildren. The pizza is still outstanding and it's still a friendly, neighborhood place!“

“I went for dinner and decided to try the Wednesday special menu, and it was a total hit! Everything was fresh, perfectly cooked, and had that classic touch everyone loves. Very worth it for the price. We were taken care of by Tony, who provided us with truly special service from the very beginning“

“Food was good and very fresh.“

“Rahway High School Class of 2000 had our 25th reunion here. Everything was amazing. The atmosphere, the bartenders, the bouncers, the bar, great music, great food, just all around a great place to have an event like this. Can’t wait to go back. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“Great spot for a drink, good food, and conversation“

“Great food. Great service“

“Food was good; Drinks are very good“

“Went today for my first time. Kimberly was my server and she was amazing. Can’t wait to go back. The food and service was great!“

“Food is always good and always great service!!“

“I was recently in New Jersey for a concert and staying at a hotel for a few nights. My friend and I were looking for a quick bite to eat nearby. We decided to go to this place on a whim and it turned out to be one of the best decisions ever. The atmosphere was incredible. Everyone in there was so cool and the bartender was fantastic and very helpful. She recommended the Jack Daniels burger so we both went with it. When I tell you we both dreamed about this burger for our entire trip. We ended up going back to this place two more times. It was such a great local place with great people. I can’t recommend it enough. If you’re ever in the area go there and get the Jack Daniels burger. Talk to the locals. Have a pint and enjoy the vibes. 5/5. 10/10. Incredible.“

“Good Food, great prices, nice atmosphere. and the waitresses all friendly and spoke Polish and English. 👏. Will definitely go back.“

“it was perfect my fiance took me the food was great the atmosphere was perfect the staff was great“

“Raised in port richmond also Deninos,mugs away, Real Madrid Theresa & Mimmos….“

“Person next to me ordered pizza extra crispy, it was soggy and customer wasn't happy,,I ordered hamburger sliders to go with fries,,burger wasn't even cooked and no salt or ketchup for fries, a real disappointed“

“A great place to hang with great food options and friendly people. And let’s not forget the live music!“

“I was here when they first opened. it was not really "for me". Recently tried it again and loved it. I am vegetarian and my friend is vegan. we found options. Really enjoyed the eggplant sandwich. Would love more options (saw on one of the burger challenges a portobello on a burger, so loose the beef and just do the portobello) then I would definitely be there more often. Plan to check out the events that they have in the winter. So nice to have a quality and nice place locally to go out to at night.“

“We look forward to our Friday nights .Going there for years. Always have a great time. Friendly place. Great food. Love the staff. 100% recommendation.“

“Delicious food. Great service by Sydney! It started with amazing honey bread at the table. Flatbreads yum, especially the one with fig topping. Muscles, tuna tartare, noodle flush, brussel sprouts, calamari salad, and more! All yum! Would absolutely go there again. We had 8-10 people and the service was excellent.“

“Nagpuri Sahuji in Iselin, NJ, is a gem, renowned for its masterful saffron-infused Old Fashioned, an exquisite rarity. Their Puran Poli is exceptional, boasting a homemade taste with a generous filling and a thin, non-greasy cover. Not only is it authentically Sahuji, but it's also a haven for delicious food. Owners Neeraj and Swapna add a personal touch with their warm, down-to-earth hospitality. The ambiance and service are nothing short of five-star. A must-visit for an unforgettable dining experience“

“Good vibes , friendly staff“

“Everyone was accommodating, a friend sent back drunken clams cause it had meat in it as well. She asked for buttered garlic steamers instead recieved them in dipping oil. I don't know where the mix of communication is at between servers to kitchen. I've been here 3x's and sorry to say I won't be going back. They do have cold beers and it's a nice place, maybe the kitchen doesn't understand English very well? I don't have the answer but spending $ here isn't doable“

“The Well is our go-to spot. Best burgers and wings in Bayonne..ALL their food and staff are fantastic.“

“My wife and I have been patrons and huge fans of Chez Catherine for nearly 30 years. Last Friday, we happily celebrated our 39th anniversary there with another very fine lunch. It's always a pleasure to be greeted like old friends by owner Stephane Bocket and seated at what we think is the best table in the tastefully decorated, elegant restaurant. We both chose the prix fixe menu. For starters, my wife had the always terrific moules and I a lovely mixed salad. We both chose beef bourguignons for our main course and asked Stephane to suggest wine from the by-the-glass list. His selections of a chablis for my wife and pinot noir for me worked perfectly with the outstanding bourguignons. We finished by sharing a delicious Baba au Rhum, prepared by Stephane at tableside. Dining at Chez Catherine is always a special event to us. Everything about it is first class. If you are unfamiliar with Chez Catherine, it has been one of New Jersey's Top 5 restaurants for nearly 40 years. We recommend it highly and urge lovers of fine dining to not wait but reserve a table NOW. We're sure you'll find it to be as special as we do.“

“I really enjoyed the casual vibe here and the staff made me feel right at home as soon as I walked through the door. The slice I ordered was cooked just right with a nice crispy crust and plenty of cheese, which is exactly what I was hoping for. It’s a great spot to grab a simple, satisfying meal without breaking the bank, and I appreciate how consistent they are. I’ll definitely be coming back whenever I’m in the neighborhood and need a quick, tasty fix.“

“Great date spot. Food is good, drink are on point and the atmosphere is perfect.“

“Great food nice atmosphere.“

“Had a great time at our St Vinnies reunion last night! Service was excellent. We had a great time ! Thank you for making our night so wonderful! Food was very good! Hospitality was top notch! Thank you again !! Party room was perfect !!“

“Great bar pie pizza 🍕 and atmosphere“

“Stopped be for a preflight bite and a mimosa. Both breakfasts were delicious. Coffee was great. Prosecco is n top. Rosemary was behind the bar, so friendly.“

“Great time so wonderful 🥂“

“Emilio was in charge of our schools end of the year staff party. He was very professional and worked with us on our budget. The food was amazing sangria delicious and the atmosphere was lovely. Thank you for hosting us it was a great night!“

“I'm from out of town so I was really excited to try some of the local food spots in this area and this place did not disappoint. There was a bit of a language barrier but the staff was very helpful and offered me a menu in English. I ordered the salmon and I also had the spare ribs to go. Listen..... the food was amazing the drinks are very good. The bartender very beautiful and helpful. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for good food. Good music . Overall a great experience. 5 star for sure“

“Fancy local dive bar with great vibes! Pool table, outdoor patio, jukebox, bar food, pizza, hot dogs, wings & more! $12 espresso martinis! Made with real espresso . Karaoke nights with a dj , Djs on occasions, bands once a month, cool bartenders. Good vibes!“

“Homemade pasta and wood fired pizza.“

“Tankys is the spot! These people in the comments below complaining about it being unsafe just have nothing better to do. Other bars right down the block plays music just as loud and stays open just as late. Besides the one incident last year, there aren’t any brawls or fights that happen there. Most ppl that go there are regulars and know each other. To the ppl complaint about it being loud in open late, you have the power to move to another place you knew where you were moving to when you moved there tankys has been there my whole lifeThe drinks are strong and cheap, the vibe is chill, older crowd, when they have a DJ the music is good, u can bring food in, and they have a lil pool table and a parking lot. I been going to tankys for year and never had a bad experience. Occasionally the bartenders be too busy to get to me and I’ll get tired of waiting and leave but that’s all rare.“

“Never had a bad meal here !! Steamed clams and French onion soup are a must !“

“Exceptional customer service and the entrees were superb. Our servers were both excellent, Andres and Vivian and their hunky manager, whose name we did not catch. The drinks were very well made, with nice presentation. My wife, Patricia, had a Coconut Mojito and I had two Lemon Martinis (well blended) refreshing and tasty. Order the Calamari as an appetizer. Our entrees were the salmon and the cheese steak. Everything was prepared with a Columbian flare! Ole! You and a culinary delight.“

“buenísimo full diversion“

“Had a great dinner! Always great service too!“

“Creative food, friendly staff, always delicious.“

“There's good bartender service. Nice vibe, nice music. The cost of drinks is fair. They're fed. This place appeals to me. Everyone is checked for your safety, including the security personnel, front and back bars, Djs on deck, sports on TV, and ATH. There are hookers on deck and a pleasant vibe.“

“The food was decent — not bad, but a bit hit-or-miss depending on the dish. Still plenty of good options on the menu and everything was served fresh. Service was friendly and attentive, and the staff made sure we were taken care of throughout the visit.“

“Great place. friendly staff. friendly locals hangout. Best place to watch sports and live music 👍“

“great music,staff,atmosphere.Have seen some great shows there.“

“Walked in this weekend for the first time and the female bartender was super friendly and helpful! We just wanted to stop in for a quick app and a beer. We ordered the fries and 2 rounds of beers and the check was super reasonable. We will definitely be back when it is nicer out to sit outside. They have a variety of things on the menu, a pool table, shuffleboard table and electronic darts.“