Emerson Hotel Restaurant & Bar

Been there many times and must say their food is on point. Had lamb chop special and usually accustomed to small chops, but, these were meaty and juicy, needed touch of salt, but wonderful. Salmon was very tasty. Veggies were perfect, nice work! Service started touch slow but rallied and even sung happy birthday and seemed pretty genuine. Owner attentive and deserves lots of credit. Keep up great work and we will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food is always solid. Great place to go and get a open slice steak sandwich.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

Great variety of food and service was outstanding

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stopped for lunch before local youth football game. Food was good and staff friendly.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

We had a wonderful dining experience at The Emerson Hotel in Emerson, New Jersey. We chose to sit outside, and the lovely weather made the evening even more enjoyable. Our waitress, Isabel, was absolutely charming—efficient, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the meal.
We both began with the French onion soup, which was excellent—rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. For our appetizer, we shared potato skins that were fresh and delicious. My companion ordered the fillet of sole with steamed vegetables, while I had the sliced steak on toast with butter sauce, and we also shared a crisp house salad. The coleslaw was a real standout—creamy, fresh, and truly the best either of us had ever tasted.
For dessert, my companion enjoyed a classic rice pudding, while I had a tiramisu that was light yet indulgent. Both were the perfect ending to a delightful meal.
It was an excellent experience from start to finish, and one I hope to repeat in the near future. I highly recommend The Emerson Hotel for anyone looking for a memorable meal with outstanding service.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Great place for a a family friends dinner
Service was excellent and the food was reasonably priced and delicious

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

This evening I ordered the sliced steak sandwich via DoorDash. It arrived without the french fries. I called the restaurant and was told I selected coleslaw and therefore could not get the fries. On the DoorDash menu, the description clearly states fries come with the meal. I confirmed with the young woman on the phone that she was stating it’s EITHER fries OR coleslaw and she said yes. So what I’m dealing with is either incompetence or lying and neither one is a good look.

This old school restaurant is marvelous, i love how they change up the menu, the bartender woman makes very good drinks, also the lady in the mornings provides spectacular service, i’ll back soon y’all.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

LOVE the Emerson Hotel Restaurant! I’ve been going here since I was a kid and it continues to be one of my favorite places to go out for dinner. The staff, including Stacey in the bar, are awesome. Super friendly… very attentive… food is great and a good value in today’s crazy times.

Kid-friendliness: Bring the family… bring the team after a game. Super friendly, family style restaurant!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak

Stacey, the bartender & waitress, is phenomenal ! Being frequent patrons, she always has our drinks ready for us & we never have to ask for refills…she’s always there taking care of us & taking care of our table…she’s an exceptional asset to the Emerson Hotel family! Brian, the other bartender , is awesome also ! Such a pleasure being served by such great people!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak, Steak Platter, Seafood, Mozzarella Sticks, Corned Beef Sandwich, Cheeseburger, Calamari Fritti, Crock of French Onion Soup, Onion Rings, Sweet Potato Fries, Spicy Skirt Steak, Sliced Steak Platter

Had the classic sandwich nowhere near as good as it used to be. Bread was super thin and hard butter was totally clear so disappointed I did not finish

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 5

Stacy and Brian are literally THE BEST. This place is a hidden gem. If you want a nightcap in a quiet clean place with the best people, this is the place. I'm also hesitant writing this because I want to keep this place to myself ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Stacy and Brian are great bartenders who provide great service and conversation while you are there. Prices are reasonable for drinks. If you’re in the area, it is worth a go, especially if you play at the golf course nearby.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 5

Great place for cocktails!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mike is very helpful and made our Saturday lunch after car shopping very pleasurable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Steak