Char Steakhouse – Steakhouse
Char Steakhouse envelops guests in an atmosphere of polished warmth, where the sizzle of the grill and the clink of wine glasses create a backdrop for an evening of pure decadence. The kitchen reimagines classic indulgence through a lens of luxury, offering everything from silk-textured lobster dumplings to robust, thick-cut bacon slabs that melt on the tongue. Each dish, whether a bubbling crock of savory French onion soup or golden-crusted crab cakes, is crafted to transform a meal into a rich, sensory celebration of bold flavors and timeless elegance.
777 US 202, Raritan NJ https://charsteakhouse.com/Rating: 3/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Price range: $$$
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its reasonable pricing and approachable dinner menu, guests highlight the friendly nature of the staff and the overall value of the experience. Visitors appreciate the welcoming atmosphere for a casual meal, noting that the
Menu
Appetizers
- Lobster Dumplings - $20.95: 5 lobster dumplings, homemade Calabrian chili crisp soy sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meat & Potatoes Appetizer - $19.95: Braised short rib, potato gnocchi, garlic cream sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Calamari - $22.95: Marinara, spicy aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $19.95: Basil, whipped ricotta, tomato ragu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Cake Appetizer - $24.95: Fire roasted corn, beurre blanc, spicy aioli Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bacon Slab - $18.95: Maple glazed, mustard, black pepper Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lamb Lollipops - $29.95: Mango chutney, herbs, crispy shallot Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Stuffed Mushrooms - $20.95: Crabmeat Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Soup - $14: Spanish sherry, gruyère cheese, crouton Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Escargot - $18: Classic garlic, butter, parsley Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Raw Bar
- Seafood Tower for One - $35.95: Lobster, jumbo shrimp, jumbo lump crab, tuna tartare, little necks, East & West Coast oysters Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tuna & Avocado Tartare - $22.95: White soy, lemon zest, chili oil, crispy shallot, cilantro, pretzel chip Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Neck Clams - $13.5: On the half shell Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Raw-Food, TLC, Detox, AIP, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Cocktail - $25.95: Char signature dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail - $18.95: 3 pieces, cocktail sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Atkins, South-Beach, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Char Chopped Cobb - $16.95: Romaine hearts, egg, avocado, applewood smoked bacon, Maytag blue cheese, cherry tomatoes, char signature dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $16.95: Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, crouton, anchovy, garlic Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crisp Wedge - $17.95: Maytag blue cheese, tomato, red onion, applewood smoked bacon Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Avocado Salad - $39.95: Baby artichoke, romaine, tomato confit, cucumber, black truffle dressing Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mixed Field Greens - $15.95: Tomato, pine nuts, red onions, cucumber, char signature dressing Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Filet Mignon (8oz) - $48: Petite cut Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon (12oz) - $58: Grande cut Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- NY Strip (14oz) - $56: Prime, dry-aged Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kansas City (20oz) - $62: Prime, 55 day, dry-aged Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Slow-Carb, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Delmonico (14oz) - $54: Horseradish crème fraîche Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cowboy (20oz) - $64: Prime, dry-aged Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomahawk (40oz) - $125: Prime, dry-aged Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner
- Porterhouse (46oz) - $135: Prime, dry-aged Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner
- Chilean Seabass - $46: Sake glazed, daikon, miso vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, TLC, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Scottish Salmon - $38: Organic, cedar wrapped, citrus, tzatziki Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Organic Chicken Parmigiana - $32: House-made marinara, fresh mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Chop (16oz) - $36: Berkshire, roasted Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Carnivore, AIP, Candida, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Gnocchi - $28: Calabrian chili, vodka sauce, burrata Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- The Char Broiler - $20.95: 10oz certified Angus beef, lettuce, tomato, onion, house-made brioche Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Char Royale - $24.95: Sliced prime NY strip, horseradish crème fraîche, au poivre, arugula, toasted ciabatta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Chicken Club - $19.95: Bacon, avocado, LTO, chipotle mayo, brioche Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Death by Potatoes - $16: Asiago, fresh shaved black truffle Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Asiago Truffle Fries - $14 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kung Pao Brussels - $12: Arbol chili, peanuts Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Plant-Based, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lobster Mac n' Cheese - $32: Half lobster, bacon, scallions, truffle Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- The Cookie Jar Sundae - $18: Vanilla ice cream, chocolate sauce, peanut butter, Oreo crumbles, chocolate cake, berries, macadamia nuts, caramel, whipped cream, triple chocolate chip Nutella cookie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tahitian Crème Brûlée - $12: Amaretto cookies Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Char Chocolate Mousse Cake - $12: Moist chocolate cake, creamy mousse layers, ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
Frequently Asked Questions about Char Steakhouse
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular menu highlights include lobster dumplings, bacon slabs, crab cakes, French onion soup, lamb lollipops, and various premium steak cuts.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout dishes include lobster dumplings, thick-cut bacon slabs, crab cakes, lamb lollipops, French onion soup, and premium cuts like Delmonico steak.
- Is this restaurant suitable for families?
- The restaurant is suitable for families, offering a welcoming atmosphere for casual meals and a friendly staff that guests appreciate.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- Enjoy a casual yet decadent dinner featuring high-protein steaks or seafood towers while experiencing the friendly service and welcoming atmosphere.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact Char Steakhouse by visiting their official website at https://charsteakhouse.com/ for further information and inquiries.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect an expensive steakhouse experience featuring friendly staff, an approachable dinner menu, and a welcoming, casual atmosphere.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- With a 3.0/5 rating, customers celebrate the reasonable pricing, approachable dinner menu, friendly staff, and welcoming atmosphere for casual meals.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- Dishes meeting both keto and gluten-free diets include the Delmonico, Classic Escargot, Cowboy steak, Filet Mignon, and Seafood Tower for One.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Despite its expensive ($$$) price level, guests celebrate the restaurant for its reasonable pricing, approachable menu, and overall value.
- How many reviews does this restaurant have?
- The provided restaurant data for Char Steakhouse does not contain information regarding the specific number of reviews received.
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