The Stirling Hotel – American
This historic landmark invites guests into a warm, spirited atmosphere where the nostalgic charm of a classic tavern meets the irresistible aroma of slow-smoked wings and savory, garlic-infused seafood. The kitchen crafts a parade of elevated comfort classics, from golden-fried pickles and pillowy pretzel sticks to buttery crabcakes, creating a vibrant social hub perfect for lingering over shared plates and lively conversation.
Main Avenue https://www.thestirlinghotel.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, sesame-free, soy-free
What to order at The Stirling Hotel
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Smoked Pastrami | 51.7 g | 58 g |
| Turkey Club | 67.4 g | 36.1 g |
| Chicken Linda | 24.6 g | 30.8 g |
| Buffalo Chicken Pizza | 18.1 g | 29.3 g |
| Wedge Salad | 9 g | 29.1 g |
| Cobb Salad | 43.9 g | 28.2 g |
| Flounder Francese | 17.7 g | 27.5 g |
| Tavern Burger | 103.6 g | 26.1 g |
| Smokehouse Wings | 0 g | 24.4 g |
| Garlic Shrimp | 0.2 g | 24 g |
| French Onion Soup | 16.7 g | 23.6 g |
| Winterberry Sage Mule | 69.6 g | 23.3 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its mouth-watering appetizers and standout main courses, guests love the intimate setting that makes for a memorable dining experience. Reviewers highlight the prompt and professional service, noting that every dish from the start of the meal to the finish is consistently delicious and expertly prepared.
Menu
Starters
- Smokehouse Wings - $14: Smokehouse BBQ, Buffalo, or Voodoo dry rub Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Steamed Clams - $17: Littleneck clams, sofrito, parsley oil, chili flakes, garlic-white wine sauce, side of garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meatballs - $16: Simmered in marinara, stracchiatella cheese, side of garlic bread Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pretzel Sticks - $12: Soft pretzels, everything bagel seasoning, honey mustard, cheese sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crabcakes - $18: Homemade lump crab cakes, smokey tartar sauce, lemon wedge Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Pickles - $12: Served with spicy ranch Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach Artichoke Dip - $16: Artichoke hearts, sautéed spinach, mozzarella, parmesan, garlic, side of warm pita Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Calamari - $17: Crispy calamari rings, marinara, lemon wedge Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garlic Shrimp - $16: Jumbo shrimp, garlic, white wine butter sauce, parsley, basil, paprika, crushed red pepper, garlic bread Dietary tags: High-Protein, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jalapeño Poppers - $12: Crispy poppers filled with diced jalapeños and cheddar cheese, side of herb dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Tavern Chili - $10: Slow cooked beef & bean chili Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- French Onion Soup - $10: Mozzarella & cheddar cheese, crostini Available at: dinner, lunch
- Soup of the Day - $10 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - $12: Mixed greens, shredded carrots, red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $13: Chopped romaine lettuce, caesar dressing, croutons, parmesan Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Wedge Salad - $13: Iceberg or little gem lettuce, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bacon, blue cheese crumbles, herb dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cobb Salad - $14: Chopped romaine, avocado, english peas, hardboiled egg, radish, buttered croutons, bacon, creamy lemon & dill dressing Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses & Specialties
- Cedar Plank Salmon - $28: 8oz cedar plank salmon filet, seasonal sides & sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free, Sesame Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dublin Style Fish & Chips - $24: Beer battered haddock filet, coleslaw, malt seasoned crispy fries, tartar sauce Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Linda - $26: Half roasted chicken marinated in red wine vinegar, garlic, herbs & spices, seasonal sides Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- St. Louis Smokehouse Ribs - $27: Half rack of St. Louis cut ribs, smokehouse bbq sauce, coleslaw and fries Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bone-In Pork Chop - $30: Mashed sweet potatoes, sautéed garlic broccolini, seasonal sauce Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Flounder Francese - $26: Lightly battered pan seared flounder, lemon butter white wine sauce, over linguine Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Filet Mignon - $38: 8oz filet mignon, baked potato, haricot vert Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner
- NY Strip - $32: 10oz NY Strip, black garlic aioli, fries, arugula salad with shaved parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
Pasta
- Rigatoni Alla Vodka - $18: Rigatoni, creamy vodka sauce, stracchiatella, basil, parmesan, garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Alle Vongole - $24: Linguine, littleneck clams, garlic, shallots, white wine butter sauce, parsley, garlic bread Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Gemelli Pesto - $18: Gemelli, pesto, garlic, shallots, cherry tomatoes, parmesan, basil, garlic bread Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Tavern Burger - $19: 8oz sirloin & brisket blend, white cheddar, applewood smoked bacon, house steak sauce, truffle mayo, lettuce, tomato Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Burger - $15: 8oz sirloin & brisket blend beef patty on a brioche bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smoked Pastrami - $20: House made smoked pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss, secret reuben sauce, on marble rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Turkey Club - $17: Triple decker, turkey, mayo, bacon, lettuce, tomato, toasted white bread Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesesteak - $22: Sliced ribeye, caramelized onions, sautéed mushrooms, american & swiss cheese, cuban roll Available at: dinner, lunch
Pizzas
- Cheese Pizza - $14: Grande mozzarella, pizza sauce, basil, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Margherita Pizza - $15: Grande mozzarella, marinara, basil, parmesan Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hotel Pie - $20: Pepperoni, Italian long hots, hot honey, mozzarella, marinara Available at: dinner, lunch
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza - $22: Herb dressing base, mozzarella, red onion, buffalo fried chicken, scallions, blue cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Berry Cobbler - $10: Blueberry & raspberry cobbler, served warm with whipped cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory
Beverages
- Winterberry Sage Mule - $14: Bourbon, pomegranate, amaro montenegro, sage simple, lime, ginger beer Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Cranberry Pear-adise - $14: Cranberry infused tequila, pear liqueur, lemon, nutmeg agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Top Dog Bloody Mary - $15: Classic Bloody Mary with two skewered pigs in a blanket
- Abracadabra IPA - $10: Hazy New England IPA, 6.7% abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Lectin-Free
- Evil Twin Make It Fruity - $10: Berry blend beer, 4.5% abv Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Senorita Mango Margarita (THC) - $8: 10mg THC infused, lime juice, mango, agave Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, Juice-Cleanse
Frequently Asked Questions about The Stirling Hotel
- What are the most popular dishes at this restaurant?
- Popular dishes include smokehouse wings, steamed clams, meatballs, pretzel sticks, crabcakes, fried pickles, and garlic-infused seafood.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This American tavern stands out with a perfect 5.0/5 rating, offering elevated comfort classics and an exceptionally diverse range of dietary options.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers love the mouth-watering appetizers, standout main courses, intimate setting, and prompt, professional service that ensures a consistently delicious experience.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The Stirling Hotel is located at 227 Main Street, Stirling, New Jersey 07980.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- The menu offers diverse options including the Wedge Salad for keto, low-carb, and gluten-free diets, alongside various plant-based and vegetarian dishes.
- How can I contact this restaurant?
- You can contact The Stirling Hotel by visiting their official website at https://www.thestirlinghotel.com for reservations and general inquiries.
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports numerous diets including keto, gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian, mediterranean, and high-protein, featuring dishes like the wedge salad.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Customers praise the intimate setting, prompt service, and consistently delicious dishes like mouth-watering appetizers and expertly prepared main courses.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a lively, historic tavern atmosphere with elevated American comfort classics and extensive options for nearly every dietary preference.
- What are this restaurant's hours of operation?
- The provided information for The Stirling Hotel does not include specific details regarding the restaurant's daily hours of operation.
- What is the highest-protein dish at The Stirling Hotel?
- Smoked Pastrami, at roughly 58g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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