RESTAURANT GUIDE

Vincenzo’s

White-tablecloth Italian spot with wines by the glass & traditional meat & pasta entrées. 665 Bound Brook Road, Middlesex, NJ

Masala Bay

Counter-serve Indian eatery with build-your own naan wraps & bowls, and vegan options. 1135 Easton Avenue, Somerset, NJ

Hong Kong Garden

Sit-down eatery for familiar Chinese dishes, from chow fun to sesame shrimp. 1760 Easton Avenue # 4, Somerset, NJ

Taco King

Great Mexican cuisine that won’t disappoint. 586 Bound Brook Road, Middlesex, NJ

Cahoot’s

This steakhouse is a local ‘hidden gem.’ 624 Lincoln Blvd, Middlesex, NJ

House of Thai

Curries, rice dishes & vegetarian Thai entrées served in a casual eatery with vibrant decor. 319 Route 22, Green Brook Township, NJ

Steakhouse 85 Restaurant

Steakhouse with a surf ‘n’ turf menu in an upscale space with live jazz on some nights. 85 Church Street, New Brunswick, NJ

Josanna’s Italian Take-Out

Family-run place serving hearty portions of Italian food in a casual environment. 409 Lincoln Blvd, Middlesex, NJ

Ferraro’s Pizzeria & Pub

Great food, very friendly staff and good selection of quality craft beers. 275 Lincoln Blvd, Middlesex, NJ Roxana’s Pupuseria

Great food and friendly atmosphere 621 Lincoln Blvd, Middlesex, NJ Seafood Boil

No frills atmosphere with flavorful seafood. 201 North Avenue, Dunellen, NJ

Erini Restaurant

Mainstay for Mediterranean-inspired meals using area-sourced products, with a bar & outdoor patio. 29, 1140 River Rd, Ewing Township, NJ

Enzo’s La Piccola Cucina

Plates of pasta & other Italian staples served in an old-school space with live jazz monthly. 1906 Princeton Ave, Lawrence Township, NJ

Ganesh Divine

Great Indian cuisine and friendly atmosphere. 619 Bound Brook Rd, Middlesex, NJ

Girasole

Family-run BYOB restaurant serving traditional Italian fare with creative touches. 502 W Union Ave, Bound Brook, NJ

Stan’s Chitch’s Cafe

Old-school bar known for its thin-crust pizza, Italian fare & lively atmosphere and sports TV. 14 Columbus Pl, Bound Brook, NJ

Sophie’s Bistro

Bistro offering French comfort foods in a country antiques-adorned space. 700 Hamilton St, Somerset, NJ

Blue Point Grill

Lively dinner-only spot serving up seafood from the neighboring market. 258 Nassau St, Princeton, NJ