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Restaurants in New Brunswick, NJ.

As the home of Rutgers University, New Brunswick's dining scene is more than just late night eateries and off-campus pizzerias. The northern New Jersey city has some of the most acclaimed eateries in the state, many of which specialize in contemporary takes on American culinary traditions. With a population of more than than 50,000, New Brunswick also accommodates diners searching for restaurants that serve international fare.

Daryl Wine Bar & Restaurant
- New Brunswick's Daryl Wine Bar & Restaurant serves contemporary American cuisine. Diners can select from the restaurant's appetizers, which include olive oil poached octopus, Angus beef mini burgers and romesco soup. Main course selections like the lobster risotto and spring vegetable orzo is influenced by international fare, while entrée dishes like the braised beef short rib and half free-range organic chicken are distinctly American. Daryl patrons can pair dinner selections with such side dishes as creamed spinach or potato gratin, or an organic drink from the bar's extensive wine list. The restaurant's dessert menu includes dessert wines, coffees and teas and treats like walnut-pecan baklava and chocolate truffles.
  
  Daryl Wine Bar & Restaurant
  
  302 George St.
  
  New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  
  732-253-7780
  
  darylwinebar.com
Kairo Kafe
- A cozy and intimate dining atmosphere, Kairo Kafe specializes in American and European-influenced Eastern Mediterranean cuisine. On Friday and Saturday evenings, patrons can enjoy belly dancing performances at the restaurant. Kairo's appetizer dishes include Mediterranean favorites like hummus, baba ganoush, feta cheese dip and stuffed grape leaves. The restaurant also serves tapas like fava bean dip, stuffed cabbage and various salads as starters. Grilled lamb, Kairo chicken and falafel are among Kairo's entrées, in addition to sandwiches, gourmet hamburgers and "pitza," pizzas prepared with pita dough. Guest can order baklava, chocolate mousse cake or flavored mojitos for dessert.
  
  Kairo Kafe
  
  49 Bayard St.
  
  New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  
  732-545-2476
  
  kairokafe.com
The Frog and the Peach
- Named after a Dudley Moore and Peter Cook comedy routine, The Frog and the Peach has served contemporary American fare for more than two decades. Established in 1983,the eatery's lunch and dinner cuisine has won acclaim in such publications as "New Jersey Monthly Magazine" and "The New York Times." Spanish octopus salad, cured tuna sashimi and black truffle ricotta gnocchi are among the restaurant's appetizers, which also include soups and salads. Entrées like sauteed red snapper, seared local sea scallops and chipotle braised pork belly can be paired with side dishes like sweet potato fries or cauliflower almond puree. The restaurant also features a dessert menu and peach tasting. Additionally, The Frog's extensive wine list has garnered kudos in "Wine Spectator" magazine.
  
  The Frog and the Peach
  
  29 Dennis St.
  
  New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  
  732-846-3216
  
  frogandpeach.com