50 Best Bar & Grill near Cranford

“Great place... I go for lunch all the time... Try the Cheesesteak... The thin crust pizza... Ceasar salad... & the Roast Beef is always Rare...The Staff goes out of their way to make you feel welcome..So drinks at the bar or out on the patio.... It's a good time“

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

“A great place for food, friends & bands like Pale Horse“

“Stopped in for an appetizer and a beer before heading home for the day. We arrived after they opened at 4 and there were a few people already there. The bartender was super friendly. We ordered some local beers (good variety on tap) $10 a beer, and an order of the bang bang shrimp. I am still thinking about them.....for $18 there was a good amount of shrimp, the sauce was perfect and the crispiness of the shrimp was the best I have ever had. We will definitely be back for the shrimp and will stay for dinner this time. They have two floors of outdoor seating as well which is blocked from the main road.“

“Linwood Tap is one of the best spots around if you’re looking for a place to watch the game. The setup is perfect — TVs in every direction, great sight lines no matter where you sit, and a lively atmosphere that still feels comfortable. It’s the kind of place where you can settle in for a whole Football Sunday slate without ever missing a play.

The pizza is great too — crisp, flavorful, and way better than what you’d expect from a typical sports bar. The rest of the menu holds up well, the drinks are reasonably priced, and the staff keeps things moving even when it’s busy.

Whether you’re meeting friends, catching your favorite team, or just looking for a laid-back spot with good food and plenty of TVs, Linwood Tap nails it. Definitely one of the top game-day spots in the area.“

“Great little bar near the PATH Station in Harrison. Located in the rear side of the Element Hotel on Somerset Street. Very nice atmosphere, friendly crowd and very friendly service. Reasonably priced drinks and if you like there is some seating outside the bar when the weather cooperates. I found it a nice place to stop and have a drink or two. I’d recommend stopping in when you’re in the area. A nice addition to the newly renovated, and ongoing, Harrison Station area.“

“As always it was a great evening if amazing food and hospitality by all of the staff. The live band was amazing. A perfect evening to sit outside and relax with my family and celebrate Angela's birthday!“

“First time for me and my boyfriend, went to celebrate his birthday and no regrets at all. One of the best meals, everything was perfect and tasty, Maiara our server was very sweet and helpful. Definitely going back.“

“Wonderful atmosphere and food.“

“Good food. Very slow service. Need to get the TVs to work or at least hire staff that are able to change the channels on them.“

“Great local spot for drinks and food, with tons of TVs and all the sports, plus a cool little outdoor seating area. Has its own parking lot too. The food was pretty great, we had a small bar pie that had good flavor and crunch, and the disco fries were awesome. They're curly fries, which is great. Good service too, basic tap list but the domestics are $3 all day every day?? Sign me up. Live music on Fridays too, would definitely go back.“

“this is the best bar an restaurant Katrina an Abby are the best bar tenders an the food is amazing.“

“The reviews did not disappoint. This place was delicious! Great service! The best Caesar salad I could’ve ever dreamed of! The shrimp and chicken scampi was a great decent sized portion! And I took home the NY cheesecake and 10/10! Apparently the do karaoke on Fridays as well!“

“A couple of weeks ago I had a great filet mignon with shrimp scampi. The other night the chicken piccata was amazing. Burgers consistently good.“

“Food was decent and we had great table service from the bartender that was there when we were in for lunch between 11:30 and 1 PM on a Tuesday . The negative is the 4% credit card surcharge. Firstly, I don’t like that surcharge and secondly, I have not seen establishments charge 4% so that seemed excessive.“

“I went to this place in a clutch. Wanted some food and a drink after a late show at NJPAC in Newark after midnight. It is bar food; jalapeño poppers, wings, burger, etc but very good. The bartender was courteous and despite it appeared most patrons were usuals, we were treated well being it was a first time for us there.“

“Food is very good. We went with Chinese. Fried rice, egg rolls, fried dumplings were delicious, and General Tsao chicken. Very good portions. Very well prepared. The dinner area is very plain with no privacy. More like a big open room. But not an issue, just a matter of preference. They do have a bar separate in another room which is nice and relaxed. Overall a good meal. Service was a bit slow though.“

“My boyfriend and I stopped by Waves of Wine for a quick drink and loved the chill vibes. The atmosphere was super relaxed, perfect for unwinding after a long day. Great spot if you’re looking for a laid-back place to enjoy a glass of wine and good company. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Food is always good to excellent. Good hard working regulars always say hello; many have become good friends. The Portuguese " Cheers" kind of sums it up. Karokee on a Friday or Saturday brings a mix of music from people who just love to sing and to be around good people.“

“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.“

“Clean establishment, easy to fine, well lite sports bar/restaurant. It's more of a burger joint, meeting friends type place. Good pricing, good value. Friendly staff and nice owner. The best value is the prime rib dinner night. Get there early for when ribs are gone. It's over til next week.“

“The food was and always is Delicious never a disappointment and great service. Our waiter was awesome he interacted with our family.“

“Fun Place to grab drinks and a quick bite!“

“el mejor ambiente! excelente atención y excelentes precios 😜“

“buen ambiente rica comida“

“We stopped in for dinner at Chrone’s Trattoria to try the food since it’s under new management now. It was SO good!! I got the Greek salad with chicken cutlet and onion rings. Everything was so fresh. I can’t wait to come back- their menu includes a ton so an easy place to go with friends for a great meal. Definitely check it out!“

“A staple in the North of Newark. Definitely a locals spot with a ever growing clientele. this spot looks small in the front but it has a banquet hall, pool table and bar area. If you go by, say "hi" to Cheito (the owner). Tell him "Nani" sent you ;)“

“If you want to wind down from a crazy day and enjoy good eats and libations, this is the place to be! Anyone can come here and feel welcomed, and don't forget to order their famous MAC AND CHEESE!!“

“Good place for a complete meal at a fair price. Brazilian restaurant located in Newark - NJ, with good structure, good service and pleasant space. The menu is quite diverse and can please different audiences, the portions are large and serve one person very well. Every day of the week there is a meal option at a more affordable price, it's worth checking out.“

“Kinda boring home in the wall bar. You could tell that the patrons you see there are always there. Bartender was really sweet. She was very attentive and relatable. Id never buy food there because it looks like the oil was there from previous business (bar was taken over and renamed at some point)“

“For a hotel, it certainly was refreshing. Traveling a lot you don't always get the best food selection.

With that said, the crispy Brussels sprouts, OH-EM-GEE. Hear me out. They were the best thing I think I've eaten...in well, ever. It wasn't just the whole Brussels sprout itself, it was mostly the outer skins that was coated in seasonings, oil, and crispy. They were SO GOOD!

I definitely recommend the French Onion soup as well, we had that twice. 😋“

“Muy buen citio y trankilo y las niñas son muy amables les recomiendo y la misica es la mejor de Elizabeth en morris ave“

“Great music, great vibe, great people! Visited while in New Jersey for my birthday weekend. Ronnie, the lady tending the bar welcomed us like we were regulars. There was no drama of any kind, just people having a good time on a Friday night!
The kitchen was closed but we ordered food through DoorDash…
Will definitely visit again if I'm in the area!“

“This family owned bar/restaurant has a welcoming authentic atmosphere. The customer service is exceptional. Dan was very friendly and attentive. The food is phenomenal, best steak in town. The original lomo saltato is to die for. Deff will be back.“

“I took my daughter there on 4/8/25 for her birthday omg it was an awesome experience,the food was exceptionally good and it was alot our server was mannerly, helpful, patient and polite.the ambience was good and the other guest was friendly, they even sang my daughter happy birthday. Also the price was really good for the amount of food we received. I'm definitely going back and I would recommend it to everyone“

“Stopped in on a road trip - and wow! Highly recommend. Excellent food and service. And the Halloween decorations are unparalleled.“

“Excellent food and service!!“

“I was very happy with the service I had received at this bar/restaurant mainly because of the bartender Golda. Her attitude and service was really appreciated as I travel almost every week around the country for work. In fact I had other options to stay in the area, however because of Golda, I decided to stay at this hotel for the next two work visits. Thank you!“

“Todo ,muy rico el ceviche y la jalea..“

“Visited today with my mom and we left extremely satisfied! We ordered two burgers and two appetizers: clam strips (normal menu) and wings (daily special)

Burgers - Very juicy and tasty, thick half pound patties. Cheese was suitably melted, I added mushrooms to mine and they were nicely cooked as well. The fries were pretty lacking in salt, but that's nothing a little ketchup can't fix :)

Clam strips - Same idea as fried calamari, but with clam meat instead. Slightly different flavor but mostly the same thing, I liked it.

Wings - These were insanely flavorful and should go on the normal menu!! Juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and an incredible dry rub made from garlic and parmesan. I am a sucker for naked wings because I don't like any sauces so this was perfect for me!!!

Service and atmosphere - Very chill and casual bar&grill environment, our server was attentive and frequently checked on us. I got a refill on my iced tea after the burgers came.

Price - We spent $87 after tip. That's what happens when you load up on appetizers :)“

“Lit! Lit! Lit! Went for Sinful Saturday (brunch) which starts at 9am but decided to get there early afternoon (around 12pm). It started out a little slow but boy did it become packed! Good music, the food needs help, I had french fries and empanadas and the empanadas lacked flavor and needed salt. I think more food options would help, especially if you don't eat seafood.“

“This restaurant is a culinary treasure. The moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth, and that hospitality extended throughout the entire meal. The menu was a culinary journey that showcased the chef's expertise and passion for gastronomy. Each dish was a masterpiece, and the wine selection complemented the flavors perfectly. I left feeling not just satisfied, but truly inspired by the exceptional dining experience.“

“I’ve been going to W’s for years now. The burgers and wings are off the hook good. The waitress can’t do enough for you. Great restaurant to take the family to eat and also a friendly bar to watch sports. Very reasonable priced. You definitely won’t go hungry or thirsty at W’s. Well worth trying out. Your first time will not be your last.“

“If you want to taste a bit of Brazil, go to Caipirinha’s.They make real good drinks and always have a different thing to do each day, wich fluctuates in between a dj, an artist performance or maybe even a karaoke night! No doubt is a good spot to have in Newark city New “

“I used to go to this spot on Bloomfield Ave a few years back, but one of the owners (Tommy, i seem to remember) would get a little too animated and become obnoxious towards the customers.

I figured I'd give it another chance and drop by to check it out. It was much more chill. The food was standard bar food, and the beers were relatively inexpensive. The girls behind the bar were cute and attentive. They have a DJ on the weekends, and he plays the classics from back in the day.

Overall, it was a much better experience for me, at least.“

“Best costumer service great food and great music“

“Went with a group of 13 adults and children. Food was fresh and tasty. Prices were reasonable and the service was excellent. The manager came over early on to see if we needed anything else after our food arrived. Great place to relax and have food and drinks in a casual environment!“