Perth Amboy, New Jersey is located in the eastern part of the state on the Raritan Bay, just across from Staten Island. This city is one of the oldest in the state and was founded in 1718 by royal charter. With its close proximity to New York, there has been an influx of good restaurants into this part of the state. If you find yourself in Perth Amboy, you should have no trouble finding something good to eat.
The Barge is a family-owned restaurant which has been open since 1925. This eatery, which serves steak and seafood, overlooks the historic Perth Amboy waterfront. The Barge offers patrons a wide selection of entrees for lunch and dinner, including jumbo shrimp cocktail, baked clams, clam chowder, seafood sandwiches, New York steak, broiled or fried seafood, Veal Francais, broiled half spring chicken and Filet Mignon. The restaurant has a second story which overlooks the water and is perfect for a private event of up to 100 people. The Barge also has a full bar and free entertainment on their outdoor patio on Saturday evenings during the summer.
The Barge
201 Front Street
Perth Amboy, New Jersey 08861
(732) 442-3000
thebarge.com
Troy Turkish Mediterranean restaurant is one of the few truly authentic Turkish restaurants in this part of the state. The restaurant features classic Turkish dishes such as Shepherd Salad, lentil soup, kababs with chicken, beef, lamb, steak, as well as salmon, scallops and gyros. Diners can eat in or take out. The restaurant also offers a full catering menu.
Troy Turkish Mediterranean
547 Kennedy Street
Perth Amboy, New Jersey 08861
(732) 826-3326
troycuisine.com
Located in a restored naval ammunitions building from World Wars One and Two, the Seabra's Armory restaurant is located on Raritan Bay and offers stunning views of Staten Island. The historic restaurant serves authentic Portuguese cuisine, either in the main dining room or on the waterfront patio. Entrees include Mariscada, a seafood stew prepared in a marinara or garlic sauce, veal Marsala, Portuguese steak, oven-roasted rack of lamb and lobster. The Armory also has several banquet rooms which can hold parties ranging from 50 to 220 people, with several different dinner packages for catered events.
Seabra's Armory
200 Front Street
Perth Amboy, New Jersey 08861
(732) 826-6000
seabrasarmory.com
