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Best Food in New Brunswick, NJ

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New Brunswick's food scene leans Ice Cream Shops / Coffee Shops — mostly local, independently run spots. Below are 4+ places in Middlesex County that locals actually go to.

Ice Cream Shops

Thomas Sweet, New Brunswick – Best NJ Food

Thomas Sweet

4.5(666)
$
55 Easton Ave, New Brunswick
ICE CREAM
🥡 TakeoutWheelchair Accessible☀️ Outdoor Seating

Coffee Shops

Hidden Grounds Coffee, New Brunswick – Best NJ Food
🌱 Vegan

Hidden Grounds Coffee

4.3(408)
106 Easton Ave, New Brunswick
COFFEE SHOPCoffee & EspressoPastries
Independent & local☀️ Outdoor seating📶 Free WiFiVegan options

Burger Spots

Steakhouse 85 Restaurant, New Brunswick – Best NJ Food

Steakhouse 85 Restaurant

4.6(1893)
$$$
85 Church Street, New Brunswick
BURGER
wheelchair_accessible_entrance🅿️ wheelchair_accessible_parkingwheelchair_accessible_restroom🅿️ paid_street_parking

Mexican Restaurants

Guac Time Mexican Grill, New Brunswick – Best NJ Food

Guac Time Mexican Grill

4.7(380)
160 Easton Avenue, New Brunswick
MEXICAN
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FAQ: Eating in New Brunswick, NJ

What are the best places to eat in New Brunswick, NJ?
Local favorites in New Brunswick include Guac Time Mexican Grill and Steakhouse 85 Restaurant based on Google ratings.
Does New Brunswick, NJ have good ice_cream?
Yes — New Brunswick has well-rated ice_cream options from independent local spots.