About

Established in 2012, MEAL is a modern American restaurant specializing in steaks and chops.

Nestled on Franklin Avenue in the heart of downtown Nutley, New Jersey, MEAL creates a unique dining experience offering exceptional food and service. Focusing on exhibiting a mastery of time-honored cooking techniques only using the finest quality ingredients, we marry tradition with innovation through dynamic dishes and elevated steakhouse staples that take the best and the brightest aspects of a traditional steakhouse while surely staying outside the lines. We offer the finest quality steaks and chops perfectly prepared, the freshest raw bar and seafood, inventive salads, indulgent sides, and decadent desserts. 

Our bar has an expertly curated cocktail menu featuring tried and true classics with a creative twist, as well as low-key favorites, craft beers, and a premium selection of wines and spirits from around the world which are carefully selected and accessible. Experience handcrafted cocktails prepared by skilled mixologists and bartenders served in a cozy yet chic neighborhood environment.

Whether you join us for a brunch, happy hour, dinner, late night, a private party, or just to Meet, Eat, And Lounge at our bar, MEAL looks forward to seeing you! Come enjoy unparalleled service and ambience in a unique atmosphere which highlights culinary excellence.


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Featured
The food was incredible.

“Wow - stumbled upon this place after a birthday. Andrew, new server but you would have never known, gave us amazing suggestions and was super attentive. The food was incredible. We made our reservations for valentines on the spot. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone.”

WOW!

“WOW! is all I have to say about this place. My husband and I are serious foodies, and this place is superb! I had the braised short ribs, which literally melted in my mouth, and my husband had the cowboy steak — it’s been a week since we ate there, and he’s still talking about how perfectly cooked his steak was! The ambiance made our dining experience most enjoyable… very fresh and relaxing. All in all, a great place. It’s our new go-to restaurant. So glad we found it!”

Nutley finally has a gem.

“A MUST try and then return again. Nutley finally has a gem. From the beautiful ambiance to the friendly and welcoming staff to the amazing MEAL! You can’t go wrong.”

I highly recommend MEAL anytime.

“My fiancé and I hosted our engagement party at MEAL after hearing rave reviews of the restaurant. We worked with the chef to pick out a modern American menu with a twist. Getting the party set up was so easy and the end result was fantastic! The food was great, the service was wonderful, and everyone who attended the event told me that they were sure to come back again and again. And not only is the food great, the prices are really good too. I highly recommend MEAL anytime for an evening out and also for a party you may be planning.”

Loved everything about this place.

“Delicious Food. Great service. Awesome cocktails. Loved everything about this place. We were off to a great start with delicious appetizers and it got even better from there! Finished with the cheesecake pops. Yum. Will definitely be back soon!”