Raritan NJ
8-18-2025 7:29pm

Editorial: Savoring Somerset – Restaurant Weeks Worth the Trip

When the buzz of Restaurant Week rolls through Somerset County, it’s more than just a reason to eat out—it’s a reason to gather. Whether you’re planning a cozy date night, wrangling the family for something fun beyond pizza night, or rounding up friends for a lively evening, these weeks are a built-in excuse to taste the county’s best without breaking the bank.  If you rown doesn't have an official week or its passed, here's a few places around the county that may strike your interest.

Espo's in Raritan Offers a refreshing summer dish -  Tomato and Watermelon salad that can be an appetizer or main lunch dish depending on your appetite. 

Espo's Tomato and Watermelon Salad

Date Night Done Right
If you’re looking to impress, Somerville’s Restaurant Week always delivers. Downtown glows at night with string lights and energy, and restaurants like Verve serve up French-inspired plates perfect for sharing. Add a glass of wine from one of the BYOB favorites along Main Street, and you’ve got romance without the long drive into the city.

Bridgewater’s Restaurant Week has a surprising number of spots that welcome kids without sacrificing good food. At 22 West Tap & Grill you’ll find burgers for the kids and craft beers for the grownups. Try lunch at the Salted Lime or for a group of picky foodies Turf Surf and Earth has something for vegans, seafood and meat eaters. Over in Bound Brook, try MaryLuna special that  leaves their customers full and happy. It’s a win for family night out, and the price-fixe menus make it easier to say yes to dessert.

MaryLuna dish from their social media pages

Singles & Groups on the Go
Sometimes, food is the excuse to gather, not the end goal. Somerville and Hillsborough are packed with restaurants perfect for groups. Salted Lime’s Mexican-inspired dishes and cocktails keep the energy high, while Tapastre is always buzzing with shareable small plates. During Restaurant Week, you get to sample more, talk more, and make the night stretch

Restaurant Weeks aren’t just about discounts—they’re about discovery.  Its a great reasons to try a new spot or see what's new on your favorite  that never disappoint, as some restaurants have been featured nationally on food networks - see what the buzz has been about and why Somerset County food locals are becoming traveling musts. 

  • Montgomery Township

    Monday, September 8 through Sunday, September 14

  • Hillsborough Township
    Tuesday, September 23 through Sunday, September 24

  • So, whether you’re booking a two-top, wrangling a table for six, or just heading out solo, make a plan to take advantage of the next Restaurant Week. Good food tastes even better when it comes with good company—and Somerset County has plenty of both.

  • Have a place to recommend? Send me an email - Donnella - raritanneighborsnj@gmail.com

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