Location: Kenilworth
Top Restaurants in Kenilworth
Kenilworth Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kenilworth
Kenilworth is a borough in Union County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 7,914, reflecting an increase of 239 (+3.1%) from the 7,675 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 101 (+1.3%) from the 7,574 counted in the 1990 Census.
Things to do in Kenilworth
1. Boulevard Five72
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 126 reviews
Reviewed By OtisNJ - New Jersey
Just back from the annual Dreyer Farms dinner in the field. From cocktails to tuna poke appetizer through the two entrees (Faroe Island Salmon and Angus Beef Filet) and dessert (dark chocolate & caramel mousse torte) everything was suburb. Chef Scott Snyder and his staff really hit one out of the park! The food combined with great wine, good weather and fun company for a perfect evening.
When can I sign up for next year?
2. Kilkenny House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 112 reviews
Reviewed By claimsgal - Union, New Jersey
Brought a friend here for lunch - service was great, food selections & portions were great! I got the adult Mac n cheese-filled with bacon, broccoli & a creamy white sauce- delicious. My friend had a lobster sandwich which she said was very good- we both brought 1/2 Home. The one downfall is that because it was lunchtime, it was pretty crowded with business folks & was noisy- it settled down once food was brought - a very welcoming place to visit
3. Spanish Tavern of Mountainside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 331 reviews
The Spanish Tavern is the premier destination in New Jersey for awarding winning traditional and contemporary Spanish cuisine. Those who have dined with us at Spanish Tavern have come to know us as restaurant they can rely on for superb food, delicious drinks, exceptional service and a gorgeous environment to turn the every day and most special of occasions into warm memories. New Jersey Monthly Magazine has named Spanish Tavern as Best Spanish Restaurant in Northern New Jersey. Our menu is well rounded, with a large emphasis placed on seafood dishes due to the seaside Spanish regions where the owners are from. Favorites include our Shrimp in Garlic Sauce appetizer, Veal Corunesa, Twin Lobsters, Paella Valencia and Branzino Filet a la Plancha. Our lunch menu is accessible for casual lunch meetups in addition to being a smart choice for a business meeting. A children's menu allows for Spanish Tavern to be a dining option for the whole family. Our private dining room can host up to 75 guests for any event, including christenings, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, reunions and charity events. Spanish Tavern also excels at catering and would be happy to work with you to bring you vision to life. Come by or call for takeout to see why we're New Jersey's favorite Spanish restaurant!
Reviewed By Stu S
First the good . . . THE FOOD. We started with the some kind of Spanish bean and potato soup, which was very tasty. We each ordered paella, one order of Paella Valencia, and one of Paella Marinera. The portions were large, and the paella delicious.
Now the not so good. The dining room is one big room, jammed with as many tables, chairs and people as they can possible fit. The have tried muting the noise in the room by covering two walls with sound-deadening material, but it's still very loud, very crowded, and has zero ambiance. Second, service is slow at best. Third, it's grossly overpriced considering the slow service and the loud cramped dining conditions. Too bad, because the food is good enough to command the high price ($100 for two of us, without any liquor), but not in such a pedestrian environment.
4. Cranford Vanilla Bean Creamery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By FastAli - NJ
There are so many interesting and creative flavors to choose from here, but the only one you really need is the mint chip. Vanilla bean makes the best home made mint chip ever. It is creamy and simply perfect. The ice cream sandwiches are nice to take home to have in the freezer. It's a treat to come out and support this local small business whenever the ice cream craving strikes!
5. Millburn Delicatessen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By Runnerny2244 - South Orange, New Jersey
This place is awesome. It's busy and fun! The food was amazing. I had the "godfatha" sandwich and it was so good! I will definitely come here again.
6. The Red Cadillac..Tacos & Tequilas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 146 reviews
The Red Cadillac specializes in Tacos & Tequilas. A Great selection of top shelf tequilas, including 10 flavors of house infused tequila. Also, everything is made from scratch. Even the taco shells & tortillas. Great decor & fun concept. Restaurant , Bar & Lounge are all GREAT...
Reviewed By travellingrealtor - New Jersey
We went here last night (Friday) with 4 adults and 6 kids. Waited and 1 hour and 10 minutes to receive our Entrees. After 45-50 minutes, we asked them what was taking so long and they said that they were very busy and because we...MoreTravellingRealtor, Our small family business....thanks you for taking the time to write a review.... We're sorry you didn't enjoy your ride with us...... But we try really hard to make every guests experience an enjoyable one....sometimes {rarely} it just doesn't happen.... We will miss you...........
7. Arturos Osteria & Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By PhilipNewJersey - New Jersey
All the food here is heavenly. We try to go in "off peak" hours, to avoid long waits for a table. (BYOB). Everything is wonderful -- pastas, pizzas, salads and sandwiches. Among our favorites are the wild mushroom ravioli with garlic, rosemary sauce, all the pizzas (fresh ingredients and a "lightness" which is uncharacteristic of NJ pizzas which are overloaded with cheese), all the salads (our favorites are the beet salad and the kale Caesar), and the mortadella and mozzarella sandwich. A small restaurant in the popular downtown area of Maplewood, so plan your arrival strategically.
8. Natale's Bakery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 122 reviews
Reviewed By 4onpark - Jersey
This is one of the best bakeries in Central New Jersey. The go to place for many residents for every day needs, special events and the holidays. Well prepared cakes, pies and cookies. Can get very crowded on the holiday weeks and best to order ahead as popular items sell out quickly. A couple soft points, service can be inconsistent as they employee lots of people and some are more helpful than others, parking is limited so can be difficult to park close. Finally after spending an hour speaking in person with them they didn't deliver the special order cake as requested.
9. Bella Palermo Pastry Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By ilivennj - Union, New Jersey
I visitied this Italian bakery/pastry shop for the first time a week before Thanksgiving. Everything looked great so I ordered a large pumpkin pie and 24 small cannoli
to take to my son's home for Thanksgiving desert. They are open until 2:00 on Thanksgiving so I was able to pickup my order that morning.
Everything was great! My son, who ordinarily doesn't eat pumpkin pie wanted a whole slice after his wife got him to taste it. He had that it was the best pumpkin pie he had ever eaten. The cannoli were of equal quality.
My 2 1/2 year old granddaughter loved her chocolate covered one and her grandparents (my daughter-in-law's parents) raved about the plain one. Everyone was happy! . . . . . . . Especially me! I tried some of everything. I went back a week later and got a small pumpkin pie for myself. It was just as good.
They have a full array of Italian pasteries. Well worth a visit.
I'll be returning.
10. La Griglia Seafood Grill & Wine Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 119 reviews
Reviewed By Randi S - Westfield, New Jersey
I have been to La Griglia many times and it is always terrific. Last night my husband and I went for dinner and it was a fantastic dining experience.
The service was exceptional - friendly and attentive without being overbearing.
The food was outstanding as well - my husband had oysters and then the special bone-in filet mignon, and I had the amazing burrata appetizer and the halibut special. Both the filet and halibut specials were so good, I hope they add them to the menu!
The ambiance in the restaurant is on the fancy side but not stuffy, which makes it feel like a special occasion when you eat there.
Convenient location in Kenilworth, right off the Parkway. Valet parking and coat check also convenient.
Overall a wonderful restaurant - I highly recommend La Griglia!
