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early, simple, excellent food in New Brunswick

Shmily

By Shmily
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rlibkind

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Not high-falutin', of course, but on my last trip to the State we stopped at the Colonial Diner on Rt. 18, just a few miles outside downtown and practially a straight shot in, and were pleased. The ne plus ultra of Jersey diner food, at least a few years ago when we were there. And the salad bar had herring!

Bob Libkind aka "rlibkind"

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I might not call it simple, but check out SoHo On George. Great atmosphere, excellent food. It's not too far from the theatre either. If you are looking for something a notch or two down, then look at Cyldz.

Eric

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Not high-falutin', of course, but on my last trip to the State we stopped at the Colonial Diner on Rt. 18, just a few miles outside downtown and practially a straight shot in, and were pleased. The ne plus ultra of Jersey diner food, at least a few years ago when we were there. And the salad bar had herring!

thanks as always...interesting thought...

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I might not call it simple, but check out SoHo On George. Great atmosphere, excellent food. It's not too far from the theatre either. If you are looking for something a notch or two down, then look at Cyldz.

Eric

Dear Eric...Thanks for the suggestions...Cyldz is a new one for me..will check out both... :smile::smile:

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What route are you taking to New Brunswick, Shmily? If you're coming up/down Rt 287, you can hit the new Amazing Hot Dog in Bound Brook...or eat at Wegmans in Bridgewater (they have a 'cafe' upstairs where you can eat food from their prepared department...there are also a few places along Easton Avenue in Somerset as well. Let us know; maybe we can offer some other ideas.

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Friday night, New Brunswick, pre-theatre -- you got some nice places you can hit. Of course everyone has their own likes, dislikes, styles and speeds, but for me I'd rather step outside the diner, prepared foods, etc. environment.

Don't get me wrong, if that's what you like -- do it and enjoy!

Eric

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Flying under the radar is a lovely French bistro about 8 minutes from downtown NB, Sophie's Bistro.

Don't get fooled by the outside, it occupies a former bowling alley, but inside, Voila! YOu might just be in Paris!! Lovely knick nacks only available in France, this cute little place serves some wonderful food at reasonable prices. Even have burgers and steak sandwiches, if you don't want a full dinner. Frites are awesome. Highly recommended.

http://www.sophiesbistro.net/

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