The Chapter House, Howell, NJ:
A Restaurant Review
Chapter House Restaurant and Bar
1454 US Hwy 9
Howell, NJ
Chapter House: Restaurant Highlights
Fare: American - Tavern
Price: In expensive - Moderate
Food Quality: Good - Features a tavern style menu
Ambiance/decor: A rustic vibe with wood paneled walls adorned with fraternity banners and other amusing posters.
Liquor: Full Bar with good selection of beers. Bar scene is vibrant, especially during football weekends.
Noise Level: Very high in the bar area during peak times, especially when football is on TV.
Recommended For: Budget conscious diners who enjoy tavern food with a large menu in a lively tavern setting.
Not Recommended For: Diners who prefer more complex food in a more formal setting.
Recommended dishes: Crab Meltaway; Shrimp Scampi; Burgers; Sandwiches; and Chili.
The Chapter House is a family-operated neighborhood tavern serving moderately priced tavern food and drinks. It's a great place to meet up with friends for drinks and an inexpensive night out.
The building and interior have a rustic feel, with wood-paneled walls adorned with fraternity banners and other amusing posters.
There are two large dining areas, with the main room having high ceilings and tables spaced comfortably apart. There is a lively full-service bar with large TV screens, a grill in the center, and additional table seating for dining.
They have a large seasonally changing menu with affordably priced burgers, sandwiches, pastas, seafood, and steak dishes.
The food is average Tavern food quality, found in many Howell, Freehold area taverns.
Service can be slow, especially during the busy evening and weekend times.
The restaurant is family friendly with a good children's menu that seats families in the main dining room.
The Chapter House can accommodate private parties in their 40-seat banquet room.
In the warmer months, there is outside dining on the deck.
The Chapter House has ample on-site parking at the rear of the building.
They are open Seven days/week
Updated: September 2024
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