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Highest-rated restaurants for special occasions in Newark, according to Tripadvisor

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Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.

There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Newark has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.

To aid in your search, Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Newark using rankings from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!

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#27. Liberty House Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (430 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 76 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305-4127
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#26. Lighthorse Tavern

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (405 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 199 Washington St, Jersey City, NJ 07302-4527
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#25. Queen Margherita

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (171 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 246 Washington Ave, Nutley, NJ 07110-1924
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#24. Fascino

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (247 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 331 Bloomfield Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042-3628
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#22. Highlawn Pavilion

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (407 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: Eagle Rock Reservation, West Orange, NJ 07052
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#21. Nanina's in the Park

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (43 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 540 Mill St, Belleville, NJ 07109-1604
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#20. Lorena's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (248 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 168 Maplewood Ave Ste E, Maplewood, NJ 07040-2582
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#19. Iberia Peninsula Restaurant

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (231 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 63 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105-1882
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#17. Seabra's Marisqueira

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (349 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 87 Madison St, Newark, NJ 07105-2107
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#16. Maize Restaurant

- Rating: 3.5 / 5 (157 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (3.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 50 Park Pl Lbby, Newark, NJ 07102-4308
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#15. Valenca

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (548 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 665 Monroe Ave, Elizabeth, NJ 07201-1638
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#14. Taste of Portugal

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (52 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Portuguese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 148 Delancey St, Newark, NJ 07105-1922
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#12. Tops Diner

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (568 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 500 Passaic Ave, East Newark, NJ 07029-2816
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#11. Sol-Mar Restaurtant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (155 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 267 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105-3217
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#10. Spanish Pavillion

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (140 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Spanish, Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 31 Harrison Ave, Harrison, NJ 07029-1343
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#9. Luigi's Italian Tradition

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (77 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 561 Bloomfield Ave, Newark, NJ 07107
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#8. Adega Grill

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (170 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Portuguese
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 130 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105-2115
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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#7. Fernandes 2 Steak House

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (265 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Spanish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 158 Fleming Ave, Newark, NJ 07105-4008
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#6. Mompou Tapas Bar & Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (167 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: European, Spanish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 77 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105-1821
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#5. La Fiamma

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (84 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 440 Harrison Ave, Harrison, NJ 07029-1781
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#4. Don Pepe Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (339 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 844 McCarter Hwy, Newark, NJ 07102-5209
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#2. Forno's of Spain Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (827 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, European
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 47 Ferry St, Newark, NJ 07105-1443
- Read more on Tripadvisor
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#1. Spanish Tavern

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (564 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Spanish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 103 McWhorter St, Newark, NJ 07105-1359
- Read more on Tripadvisor

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