Serenade Restaurant turned out to be an absolute gem! We were pleasantly surprised by the delicious food, the service was exquisite, and the ambiance was warm and inviting—perfect for a relaxing evening. Everything about this place made our night special. If you’re looking for a hidden treasure for great food and an amazing atmosphere, Serenade is the spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus, Coconut Cake
Joan Coyne
My husband and I went here for the first time last weekend and were overwhelmed with everything! The food was so delicious and beautifully placed. The service was impeccable. Our only regret is that it’s so far my where we live.
Poor execution on a tasting menu. Some of the courses were really good (pumpkin soup) but the main course did not impress. Some of the sides and vegetables did not seem cooked to order, tasted saggy and heated up. Wine pairing was great. The food overall wasn't bad but did not match expectations. I went for my anniversary and was looking for something special. I expected the food to be above average of a US restaurant but it was not.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
jeff kovatch
An excellent dinning experience. Be sure to get a burger even while ordering off the price fix menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aysel Aliyeva
One of THE BEST restaurants in NJ! People were so friendly, service was great and fast, cocktails prepared with high quality ingredients, and steak was better than many high end steakhouses!
M Raby I&S
Disaster. We did chef tasting menu, was below average. Soup so thin and room temperature, halibut absolutely tasteless and overcooked, tomato salad just something you could do better at home, tomato cheesecake- pointless and without essence. I was a guest, didn't want to complain and embarrassed my company who chose this place.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
Evgeniy Shutov
Lovely place, very tasty food and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus
Official Shanty
I celebrated my birthday at Serenade Restaurant, and it was an exceptional experience. The ambiance was elegant and welcoming, creating the perfect setting for a special occasion. The highlight of the evening was the salmon—cooked to perfection, full of flavor, and beautifully presented.
The attentive and friendly staff enhanced the experience, making the evening truly memorable. If you’re looking for a dining spot with fantastic food and a wonderful atmosphere, Serenade Restaurant is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Chocolate Tart
Natasha Birnbaum
We had a 25 person private lunch here and they made the process seamless and an absolute delight. The food was delicious and served simultaneously for all guests. The staff was attentive and professional. They were prepared for an assortment of guest allergies and had gluten-free, nut-free, and non-alcoholic alternatives prepared that were of the same quality as the other meals and wines. I would very much recommend Restaurant Serenade for any private event.
Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp for wheelchair access in the back of the building
Excellent atmosphere, food, and service. Our waiter was extremely professional and courteous. He's probably one of the best waiters we've had in a long time....if ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yujin Moto
Really fancy French food! ?
Greg Krzysiak
We were greeted warmly by Doren at the door when we arrived. The bar was bustling and looked to be quite popular. We were ushered to our seats in the dining room where Christopher would take care of us. He was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helped make the experience feel special. We started with two cocktails - the Spiked Strawberry Lemonade and the Will to Live, both of which were refreshing and tasty. For appetizers we started with the tuna tartare, which was a smaller portion but delicate and delicious. We also ordered the crab cake, which was a smaller single serving but very good! The pork chop main was superb - crispy outside and warm, juicy inside. The salmon was also a home run! There were a few dinner specials off the menu we were intrigued by, so we’ll just have to come back soon to try. Overall wonderful experience and would recommend.
Note: Tuesday Night Dinner - 6:30 sitting
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Onthetownimfoodcriticss
Wine, cocktails, and food were amazing. Absolutely fresh ingredients and exemplary service. One of the few NJ restaurants that are charging high prices and are actually the same quality as NYC. So worth it for an evening out.
JessicaK
Simply lovely. From the moment you enter til the moment you leave, a perfect dining experience
Serenade Restaurant turned out to be an absolute gem! We were pleasantly surprised by the delicious food, the service was exquisite, and the ambiance was warm and inviting—perfect for a relaxing evening. Everything about this place made our night special. If you’re looking for a hidden treasure for great food and an amazing atmosphere, Serenade is the spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus, Coconut Cake
My husband and I went here for the first time last weekend and were overwhelmed with everything! The food was so delicious and beautifully placed. The service was impeccable. Our only regret is that it’s so far my where we live.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hanger Steak, Crab Cake, Chicken Milanese
Poor execution on a tasting menu. Some of the courses were really good (pumpkin soup) but the main course did not impress. Some of the sides and vegetables did not seem cooked to order, tasted saggy and heated up. Wine pairing was great. The food overall wasn't bad but did not match expectations. I went for my anniversary and was looking for something special. I expected the food to be above average of a US restaurant but it was not.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 3
An excellent dinning experience. Be sure to get a burger even while ordering off the price fix menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of THE BEST restaurants in NJ! People were so friendly, service was great and fast, cocktails prepared with high quality ingredients, and steak was better than many high end steakhouses!
Disaster. We did chef tasting menu, was below average. Soup so thin and room temperature, halibut absolutely tasteless and overcooked, tomato salad just something you could do better at home, tomato cheesecake- pointless and without essence. I was a guest, didn't want to complain and embarrassed my company who chose this place.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 3
Lovely place, very tasty food and great service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus
I celebrated my birthday at Serenade Restaurant, and it was an exceptional experience. The ambiance was elegant and welcoming, creating the perfect setting for a special occasion. The highlight of the evening was the salmon—cooked to perfection, full of flavor, and beautifully presented.
The attentive and friendly staff enhanced the experience, making the evening truly memorable. If you’re looking for a dining spot with fantastic food and a wonderful atmosphere, Serenade Restaurant is definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Warm Chocolate Tart
We had a 25 person private lunch here and they made the process seamless and an absolute delight. The food was delicious and served simultaneously for all guests. The staff was attentive and professional. They were prepared for an assortment of guest allergies and had gluten-free, nut-free, and non-alcoholic alternatives prepared that were of the same quality as the other meals and wines. I would very much recommend Restaurant Serenade for any private event.
Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp for wheelchair access in the back of the building
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Octopus, Hanger Steak, Meatballs, Tuna, Tartare, Nancy Salad
Everything tastes amazing! James (owner and chef) is as kind as they come. Grateful to dine here regularly!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nancy Salad
Restaurantji Recommends
Excellent atmosphere, food, and service. Our waiter was extremely professional and courteous. He's probably one of the best waiters we've had in a long time....if ever.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really fancy French food! ?
We were greeted warmly by Doren at the door when we arrived. The bar was bustling and looked to be quite popular. We were ushered to our seats in the dining room where Christopher would take care of us. He was extremely knowledgeable, kind, and helped make the experience feel special. We started with two cocktails - the Spiked Strawberry Lemonade and the Will to Live, both of which were refreshing and tasty. For appetizers we started with the tuna tartare, which was a smaller portion but delicate and delicious. We also ordered the crab cake, which was a smaller single serving but very good! The pork chop main was superb - crispy outside and warm, juicy inside. The salmon was also a home run! There were a few dinner specials off the menu we were intrigued by, so we’ll just have to come back soon to try. Overall wonderful experience and would recommend.
Note: Tuesday Night Dinner - 6:30 sitting
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wine, cocktails, and food were amazing. Absolutely fresh ingredients and exemplary service. One of the few NJ restaurants that are charging high prices and are actually the same quality as NYC. So worth it for an evening out.
Simply lovely. From the moment you enter til the moment you leave, a perfect dining experience
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