Metuchen Inn; Metuchen, NJ:
A Restaurant Review

A restaurant review of the Metuchen Inn, Metuchen. NJ

Metuchen Inn
424 Middlesex Avenue
Metuchen, NJ

Metuchen Inn: Restaurant Highlights

Price:  Expensive

Food Quality: Uses fresh farm to table products. Menu items tend to be Traditional "Old-World" lacking creativity.

Ambiance/Decor: Elegant, old-world formal, suitable for celebrating a special occasion.

Service: Welcoming, attentive, though inconsistent.

Overall Rating:  2 1/2 Stars

Note:  Four star Rating System from 1/2 Star = poor to Four stars = Best in Class

Noise Level:  Moderate - High

Dress:  Casual

Recommended For:  Diners who enjoy traditional American food served in an old world, elegant setting.

Not Recommended For:  Diners who prefer eclectic food in a trendy, vibrant setting.

Recommended dishes:  When available, The Seared Dry Jumbo Sea Scallops : The New Zealand Rack of Lamb; and The Whole Branzino.

Liquor:  Full service bar with a good wine selection.

The Metuchen Inn features old-world dining in an elegant setting. This neighborhood landmark is set in a circa 1843 restored old mansion. The restaurant is popular with diners out to celebrate a special occasion or for a dining experience with an old-world, formal ambiance.

The interior dining areas have been remodeled to provide a charming, bright, elegant ambiance, done up with wood floors, fireplaces, and attractive moldings.

The dining rooms are located on two floors and include three working fireplaces and private rooms.

The walls are adorned with a collection of sconces and paintings. The bar area is vibrant, with a dark wooden bar and dark wood floors. Tables are spaced close together. Background music plays soft rock hits from the '60s, '70s, and '80s!

Weather permitting, outdoor patio dining is available.

The Metuchen Inn is owned and operated by Constantine Papanicolaou. The kitchen is run by Executive Chef Tommy Ramero, and Constantine supervises the dining area.

They are committed to using local farm fresh organic farming, when available, in the preparation of their menu items.

Tip: If you come here for a romantic occasion when making a reservation, request a table near one of the fireplaces and away from the noisy bar area.

The Metuchen Inn is open seven days/week: Monday-Friday: 12PM-9PM, Saturday: 4PM-9PM, Sunday: 12PM-7PM

They are also open for holiday dining on Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. Holiday decorations enhance the atmosphere.

They have five private rooms that can accommodate private parties and banquets for up to seventy people.

Valet parking is available.

(Updated: September 2024)

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