Diners' Choice: Best Service restaurants in Middlesex

OpenTable

Updated 05 November 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best service in Middlesex? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Bonefish Grill - E. Brunswick

4.7

4.7 (36)

$30 and under

Seafood

East Brunswick

About the restaurant

Your local E. Brunswick, NJ Bonefish Grill® specializes in hand-cut, wood-grilled specialties and locally crafted Partner Selection dishes made with the freshest, highest-quality ingredients. The restaurant offers a selection of classic and signature hand-crafted cocktails, using just-squeezed juices, edible garnishes, and house infusions in addition to offering a distinct list of wines, which are the perfect match for any food pairing. 2 miles south of the New Jersey Turnpike, Route 18 south

Top review

FrancineGold

Dined on 16 Oct 2026

Excellent service. We all enjoyed our meals. Good value for lunch specials.

Discover more

Experience

4-Course Friendsgiving Wine Pairing Dinner

Casa Giuseppe

5.0

5 (341)

$31 to $50

Italian

Iselin

About the restaurant

Casa Giuseppe is a casaual fine dining restuarant that specializes in Northern Italian Cuisine. Great for corporate or social gatherings with private dining or a cozy intimate dinner for two. We cater to your individual needs and always make you feel welcome. Enjoy a delicious cocktail or relax with a great bottle of wine from our well rounded wine list.

Top review

JenniferGold

Dined on 24 Oct 2026

It was fantastic as always. We come back once a month and wish it was more! Best restaurant in NJ!

Luca's Ristorante of Somerset

4.8

4.8 (1370)

$31 to $50

Italian

New Brunswick

About the restaurant

If you are seeking not just a great meal, but a great dining experience, you need look no further than Luca’s Ristorante Somerset. Tucked away on Rt. 27 between Princeton and New Brunswick, Luca’s Somerset is an oasis of authentic regional Italian cuisine. Offering modern adaptations of traditional dishes from Ischia, here you can enjoy hand-cut ravioli stuffed with Chef Andrea’s latest mouth-watering combinations, a selection of fish entrees so fresh that they evoke the Mediterranean Sea, or a filet of such quality that it is paralleled only by the accoutrement that accompany it. Our dining room décor is uniquely Ischitana, and goes to show that here at Luca’s Somerset, we understand that the difference is in the details. When you are done with it all, take in the cozy setting with a delicious dessert made from scratch, and the perfect cup of locally micro-roasted espresso or cappuccino. So please, be our guest.

Top review

Mary

Dined 6 days ago

Amazing food & atmosphere! One of our favorites restaurants to come back to 💗

Mezcal

4.8

4.8 (2127)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Old Bridge

About the restaurant

Mezcal blends authentic Mexican flavors with steakhouse sophistication, offering exceptional dining and a vibrant, refined atmosphere in Old Bridge, NJ.

Top review

DebiGold

Dined 2 days ago

I felt like they were my family the staff was beyond

Discover more

Labebe Prime - Steak & Seafood

4.9

4.9 (1657)

$50 and over

Steak

New Brunswick

About the restaurant

Labebe Prime was born from the heart of my beloved grandmother, who taught me that food is love made visible. Her table was filled with warmth, laughter, and abundance, and her kitchen was a place of comfort and belonging.

She raised her family in the 1950s with honor, discipline, and devotion. Meals were sacred, conversations mattered, and family came first. That spirit lives on at Labebe Prime, from our elegant style to the music that brings people together.

I carry her legacy into every dish I create, welcoming each guest with the same love and generosity she shared with me. Every plate carries a piece of her heart and a promise: to nourish both body and spirit.

At Labebe Prime, food is shared as an invitation to gather, feel seen, and remember what truly matters.

Only the best, for the best!

Chef Tony Pierre

Top review

Colleen

Dined 4 days ago

1st time going. Wonderful restaurant. Everything was excellent. Definitely will be returning.

Seasons 52 - Edison

4.9

4.9 (4073)

$31 to $50

American

Edison

About the restaurant

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

Top review

Marcia

Dined 4 days ago

One of my favorite restaurants. Good food and good service. Pleasant atmosphere.

Discover more

Brick Oven-Roasted Chilean Sea Bass

Metuchen Inn

4.8

4.8 (1939)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Metuchen

About the restaurant

The historic Metuchen Inn has elegant new decor, same fantastic food and service with a creative new menu. Come see some old friends and make some new. Enjoy our Happy Hour with your hosts Constantine and Victor

Top review

JeanMarie

Dined 4 days ago

The food was excellent! The gnocchi were not heavy perfect and the arugula salad with goat cheese was delicious my partner had the steak special which was cooked perfectly . The are very busy so reservations are a must!

Discover more

4.8

4.8 (4521)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

New Brunswick

About the restaurant

Steakhouse 85 is a 21st century rendition of the classic American Steakhouse. The menu at Steakhouse 85 is comprised of fresh and inspiring modern day interpretations of classic American cuisine, served alongside the traditional steakhouse classics we all know and love. The back bone of our menu is without a doubt our beef. Our mouth watering dry aged steaks are rubbed with a simple yet luscious combination of sea salt, black pepper and fresh herbs. They are seared on a 1200 degree cast iron grill and then broiled to your liking. Paired with a large classically designed bar, complete with savvy cocktails and a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, this steakhouse is sure to please.

Wine Spectator Award of Excellence

Official Steakhouse of Rutgers Athletics

Top review

Vanessa

Dined on 26 Oct 2026

Tara was an amazing service - very knowledgeable about the selections and pairings and very personable.

Stage Left Steak

4.9

4.9 (1548)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

New Brunswick

About the restaurant

A contemporary steakhouse in the heart of New Brunswick's theater district with a wood-burning grill serving delicious dry-aged steaks and locally sourced dishes since 1992. The wine list is extensive and features estate-bottled wines from small producers. A variety of hand-crafted cocktails are offered on the nationally-recognized cocktail menu. Winner of many accolades including Best of the Best, Best Steak, Best Burger, "Best of Award of Excellence", Coziest Restaurant and more.

We are currently open Monday - Thursday : 4:30-9 and Friday - Saturday : 4:30-9:30.

In cooperation with our sister restaurant, Catherine Lombardi, guests have the option of ordering from both of our menus on the days that we're open.

Top review

Justin

Dined 3 days ago

Best steak in New Jersey and outstanding wine list.

Il Leone

4.8

4.8 (300)

$31 to $50

Italian

Old Bridge

About the restaurant

Il Leone: A Culinary Journey in Matawan

Il Leone is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. Nestled in the heart of Matawan, this farm-to-table haven celebrates the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, crafting each dish with passion and artistry.

Step inside and be enveloped by the warm, inviting atmosphere. The aroma of wood-fired pizzas mingles with the laughter of friends and family, creating a sense of community and joy.

The menu is a testament to Il Leone's commitment to quality and creativity. From hand-crafted pasta to succulent seafood, every dish is a symphony of flavors, showcasing the bounty of the region.

Indulge in the signature wood-fired pizzas, each topped with a unique blend of seasonal ingredients. Savor the melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi, tossed in a rich, creamy sauce. Or embark on a culinary adventure with the chef's tasting menu, a curated journey through the finest flavors Il Leone has to offer.

Top review

Mike

Dined 3 days ago

First time at Il Leone with a party of 4. The food was excellent and service was also great. Portion sizes were generous. Will definitely be back!

Discover more

Popular dish

VODKA PIZZA

Explore Diners' Choice best of Middlesex

Explore more Diners' Choice lists

Italian