26 Best Salad Restaurants near Matawan

“Prep Coffee has ruined other local cafes for me. Here's why : 1. Amazing staff, always friendly: the owners + baristas are super attentive and have a great, welcoming attitude. They offer great suggestions and recommendations. 2. Family atmosphere: Once you become a regular, you meet other regulars which is cool! Prep attracts all types of people, from young families, to gym goers, to students. Everyone is welcome. 3. Coffee is really good: I am very specific about the taste of my coffee, and Prep nails it every-time. I usually get variations of the same thing - espresso, cortado, cold brew, or a latte. I don't like sugary drinks, so there is nothing to hide behind when it comes to the quality and flavor of the beans that a coffee shop uses, and my coffee always tastes great! They do offer a wide variety of unique drinks like peanut butter and zesty orange lattes if you're adventurous and like your coffee sweet. 4. Food is really good: The food here is delicious. To me, the menu has a nice variety, and is worth the price you pay. I have gone to plenty of local cafes that overcharge for small flavorless bites and that is not what I get at Prep. 5. Great place to get work done: the space has nice communal tables and a couch and depending on the day you go, it's a perfect place for hosting a book club, or catching up with friend If you're in the Middlesex county area, you have to check it out and see for yourself!“

“Flaming Chorizo for an appy, which we both enjoyed. I had the Rigatoni Bolognese for dinner, which I liked. And my wife had Chicken Parm, which she loves. They only had one IPA: Fiddlehead, which I don't love. And the Margarita was $14 and not very good. I was tempted to deduct a star because of the drinks, but the bartenders were great, so I decided not to. We sat at the bar, which I prefer. My wife was not completely comfortable on the chair. My complaints are meant to be suggestions. I will be back.“

“I was craving a real sub. I wanted a sub shop and not a corporate type place. I enjoyed it. Everyone there was down to earth and real. I loved their banter with the music blaring from the kitchen. I love a real family place. They had all different specials hung up and even had black cherry soda and root beer in the glass bottle. I felt so comfortable and will definitely go back.Parking: Free parking lot attached to the left of the building.“

“A cozy and comfortable place that serves authentic Thai food. Service was incredible.. staff are super friendly. Would definitely recommend ordering the 'Thai fried chicken, kuaytiew namtok (beef noodles soup) and papaya salad (som tum).“

“Went with 5 adults and 2 kids. Spent around $750 (tip included).Dinner was great but waitress forgot to bring appetizer before dinner.Manager asked if we still wanted it so we said sure why not.He still told the waitress to charge us for the appetizers even though they messed up. Small detail but comes across as a bit tacky given their reputation cost of dining here..“

“I can’t say enough good things about this place. The food is delicious and fresh. Customer service is top notch. We love their daily specials!! Rice balls, banana pudding, porchetta, prosciutto are all amazing sandwiches are big that I always have leftovers Competitors serve way less for the amount they charge. Quality food like this is WORTH the money.“

“Slice has quickly become our preferred destination. We appreciate every aspect of this establishment, particularly our support for family-run businesses due to their commitment to quality, consistency, and fair pricing. Frank makes the whole experience a very comfortable environment. Looking forward to visiting again, Frank!“

“When you first walk in you immediately notice a wonderful smell , it's hard to walk away. Luckily for us there was no wait but I've been told there usually is and I can see why , plus the space is not that big. This cozy little spot won over a customer today. I loved that they have a bakery with freshly baked goodies that you can take to go. My husband and daughter sat right next to their book shelf and to our surprise they had toddler books that entertained my 3 year old while we waited for our meal . I ordered the log cabin latte to start , the waiter recommended it and it was delicious , also very interesting . It's a latte with a smoked espresso bacon on it, don't ask me why but it works - it gives the latte an amazing smokey flavor and it tastes great (featured in my pictures) . To eat my husband and I shared their blueberry pancakes , they were sold out of the pumpkin pancakes (guess I'll have to come back ) the pancakes were good. I also ordered the avocado toast with an over easy egg and it was great. My husband had the torta and he enjoyed it. I've got to say we enjoyed ourselves and plan to come back . I wish I had space for a pastry but I'll get that next time.“

“We absolutely love Dolce's. The food is top notch, the owner John and his staff are the best, the prices reasonable, and it's the BEST restaurant to host a party! It is BYOB and they are the most accommodating staff around. They treat their customers like royalty so visit John and his team for the best food and get treated like a VIP! Thank you, John!! Randi C“

“It was my first time going there and I ordered a vodka fresh mozzarella cheese pizza and was one of the best pizzas I've had the service was good the owner was polite I would definitely go back again it's very convenient to get to right off of routeParking: There's plenty located in a strip mall right off of route 79 in morganville very easy access In-N-OutWheelchair accessibility: There is handicap parking right out in front of the place with a ramp right next to go“

“Delicious food, always very fresh & made with love just like home made. Owner John is very friendly and courteous. Our new go to place. Thank you John. You are a great addition to our local community. I highly recommend for everyone to try this restaurant.“

“Mr. Pizza Man Mike is an all around amazing person with a really big and kind heart. He was extremely gentle, patience and so giving with our group of homeschooling children. He taught them to make their very own pizza from scratch ( something they will forever talk about) me being an adult just to experience first hand how he is with the children was TRULY amazing !!! The pizza and all the food is made with love. We need more people around like Mr. PIZZA MAN MIKE. Instead of taking the money for an event we hosted he donated $120.00 to our local food pantry to help feed the hungry. Thank you so much for the good food and kind heart.“

“Now this is a place that needs to get a 5 Star Review. Been living in this town for about 8 years now and I believe this is the first time I can honestly say that this Deli knows how to make an amazing hero, and I've tried almost all of them. The people working there were nice and pleasant. They were warm and welcoming. The gentleman took pride in his work and crafted an amazing breakfast sandwich. Can't wait to come back and try one of their great lunch specials. They will see me often after today, thanks guys.“

“Great fresh food! I had the grilled chicken Cesar salad! My granddaughter and boyfriend had the cheese steak! Everything was so fresh and was awesome! The chicken in the salad was delicious!! We also had the garlic knots!Parking: Large Parking lot on the side of the building!Kid-friendliness: Tables outside to eat. It was a nice day so we sat outside!“

“This was our first time there. The place is nice and so was the staff. Our waitress was very good. They give you hot bread when you sit down. I had spaghetti and meatballs. It was good and I loved the meatballs. You get 2 good size ones. My boyfriend had the linguine with white clam sauce. He enjoyed it! We will definitely be going back there again!! Thanks!! Cathy“

“Had such a nice dinner with a view of the water. The food was amazing- highly recommend the calamari and blackened shrimp and scallops. Our server Gabby was super attentive, made great recommendations, and was really sweet. Definitely will be back!“

“Jimmy provided the food for our family and friends after my husband's funeral. Everything was excellent. He went out of his way to accomodate us and made sure everything was set up and ready for us when we arrived from the funeral. Wonderful people to work with and prices were reasonable.“

“Do you ever taste something and wonder how you ever lived without it? That's exactly how I feel about Playa Bowl it's so delectable. I don't like chocolate so finding a snack to satisfy my tastebuds isn't easy but Playa has so many options and is so amazing in flavor. The menu is huge and you can easily order the items on the menu as is or feel free to remove items on any bowl and just as substitute with many other items. It's a really popular spot so you might want to order online and don't fret if your bowl is ready before you arrive the staff will always place it inside the mini refrigerator. The staff handles the droves of customers with ease and work well together juggling online orders and in person patrons. The store has a very nautical feel to it you have the feeling of being at a dock or the beach. They also sell t-shirts, sweatshirts, tanks, tumblers for beverages, baseball caps, and joggers just to name a few all with the company logo. If you don't want a bowl feel free to order a fruit blended drink.....the best treat to indulge in can be found at Playa Bowl.“

“I saw this place and stopped in. It was very clean and had a good parking lot size. The restaurant inside is rather cozy and the pizza was fantastic! I ordered I think a shrimp scampi slice and it was really big and very filling. I would definitely go back here again, the people were also very nice.Parking: They have at least 10 spots in the front shared with a barber shop and a ravioli place, and then tons more parking in the back.“

“Absolute phenomenal experience with Piezanos Pizzaria, the food is great and taste immaculate. Even while the staff are busy there very attentive and worked hard to make sure everyone got served. 10/10 will be a returning customer for now on !!Kid-friendliness: Nice outside dining area for the children to eat with the accompanying Ralph’s ices around the cornerParking: Huge parking lot, easy to find parking“

“Recently tried Project Brunch and had a decent experience. Seated at the bar, we were greeted with a vast menu offering multiple options. My girlfriend opted for the avocado toast platter, which she enjoyed overall, although one egg was undercooked and there was a lot of arugula. I chose the buffalo chicken waffle, initially liking it but eventually finding the buffalo sauce overwhelming, and agreeing with my girlfriend about the excessive arugula. Despite these minor issues, Project Brunch is still worth a visit for its varied menu and overall enjoyable experience.“

“I've gotten thai food all around New Jersey and most of the country. This place is incredible! The food is absolutely authentic with some heat if you really want it. We had several dishes and a few with no spice. The mango sticky rice was not available due to mangos being out of season. We tried the cheese cake that was amazing too. This is one place I will gladly drive 45 minutes just to taste this quality of food again!“

“Very nice atmosphere. Decor is colorful and floral. Food presentation is beautiful. Food taste was pretty good and portions are medium. The salmon roll was very creative and tasty - a bit messy to eat but I would recommend trying it. We’ve had better chicken and waffles elsewhere. I would’ve preferred the waffles to be crispier on the outside (it’s more like a thick waffle shaped pancake) and the chicken was almost over-fried. I’d say it’s a nice place for a brunch or lunch date.“

“We ordered sandwiches for my Birthday party.The Italian sandwich I had with tuna salad, ham, turkey, and cheese was a true delight for the taste buds. The first bite immediately revealed the harmonious blend of flavors. The tuna salad brought a creamy and tangy note, perfectly complemented by the savory slices of ham and turkey. The combination of these meats added a satisfying depth to each bite.The cheese, undoubtedly a star ingredient, was a smooth and melty layer that tied everything together. Its mild saltiness balanced the flavors beautifully, creating a cohesive and indulgent experience.As for the bread, it was a crusty Italian loaf that added a satisfying crunch while remaining soft on the inside. Its flavor enhanced the overall enjoyment of the sandwich.The combination of the tuna salad, ham, turkey, and cheese worked in perfect harmony, creating a sandwich that was both hearty and satisfying. Each ingredient shone through, and the flavors blended seamlessly, leaving me longing for another bite.Overall, this Italian sandwich was a culinary masterpiece, showcasing the richness of flavors and the art of sandwich-making. If you’re a fan of savory and well-balanced creations, I highly recommend giving this delightful sandwich a try.“

“I've been coming here for 10+ years. Deli and the store are great. Food is good and on the cheaper side. They don't skimp at all, have some premade options or you can order what you want at the kiosk. Perfect pork roll egg and cheese !“

“Casual Italian deli that offers hot and cold wraps, sandwiches, paninis, subs and Italian specialties. Food is delicious! Staff is kind and accommodates all preferences. They got our orders completely correct. I love this place! Prices are good too. Go to for my significant other as well, who is in the area more often than myself. There are a couple iron tables and chairs towards the back of the store if you want to eat in. We usually take out.“