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Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
NICO Kitchen + Bar, the “Italian without Borders” restaurant concept from celebrated New Jersey Chef Ryan DePersio of Fascino and Bar Cara fame, is located in downtown Newark at NJPAC. Known for its power lunch week days, sophisticated happy hour, and contemporary, “shared plates” offerings, it also provides a delicious prelude to guests attending performances by offering a value-priced prix fixe menu before every curtain.
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136 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 136 reviews
5 stars
(26)
4 stars
(45)
3 stars
(41)
2 stars
(18)
1 star
(6)
Food
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(29)
- special occasion(24)
- neighborhood gem(18)
- good for groups(14)
- vibrant bar scene(10)
- romantic(8)
Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark Reviews List
Review 1 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It's a great location for dinner before NJPAC events. Menu has limited but appealing dishes. Service was great. Ambience ok. Martinis seem to be in smaller glasses than last time we were here. Two in our party had the short ribs for dinner -- and they were drier and tougher than they should have been. Portions are smallish -- you will not need a doggie bag -- but adequate."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 2 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great for NJPAC events
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is good, the service was good. Staff is helpful and friendly. The best part is its location in NJPAC. If you have tickets to an event at NJPAC this can't be beat. The prix fixe menu was diverse and it allows you to get great parking and avoid the crowds. It has a door direct to the center. The staff does a great job getting food out, so you can be on time to your event without making you feel rushed. I had 5:30 reservations before a performance at 8. It was a perfect place for dinner and a drink in a relaxed atmosphere."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 3 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great pre-show experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good food, excellent service."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 4 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointment
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I went to this restaurant under another name, years ago at NJPAC. I expected the same - no way!! I made the reservation two weeks ago. When we arrived, they seated us in the bar. I asked for a table in the dining room - there was nothing. The sservice was terrible and the food mediocre. We arrived at 6:20 and left to go to the theater at 7:45. We still had not had dessert. We asked to come back at intermission to have dessert. I have not had such an unfortunate dining experience ever. I am writing a letter under separate cover because it is longer than allowed here."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 5 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Al Fresco in Newark
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We ate outdoors on a beautiful day which is a real treat in Spring in Newark. The food was good. The Salad Nicoise was pricey. The tuna was very good but it was a very small portion. The service was inept."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 6 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Dinner before a show at NJPAC
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Servers and hostesses were polite and helpful. The building is very nice. Other than that the food was mediocre and very expensive for what you were getting. My busband and I had salads, two short rib entrees and two small desserts with 1 glass of wine and a cappucino and that came to $99.42. Convenient but will not return because the quality of the food just doesnt stand up to the prices."
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 7 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
overrated
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the food was bad
the desert was terrible
It's a very disappointed meal
Price was overcharged"
the desert was terrible
It's a very disappointed meal
Price was overcharged"
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 8 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nico - excellent pre-concert meals
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food - great. Just a little expensive, but good value. Great location and timing for an evening NJPAC concert.
Try to get a seat in the bar area as opposed to the big dining room in the back if you like quieter meals. having done both, I will specifically ask for the bar area from now on."
Try to get a seat in the bar area as opposed to the big dining room in the back if you like quieter meals. having done both, I will specifically ask for the bar area from now on."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 9 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Convenient for NJPAC shows only
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This well designed restaurant is a lovely space with very good service. The food is good, but not up to the price point charged. Dining before a concert, there was a 3 course price fixed dinner only option for $42 pp. I had a good yellow fin tuna tartar as an appetizer, and tried an rather unexceptional beet salad (3 of 5 appetizer choices were salads, a 4th being cooked vegetables). My entree was 4 large well prepared sea scallops, which was very good. Finally, my dessert was a unexceptional tiramisu. My suggestion, consider if attending NJPAC accepting a good meal at a moderately high price, but one could do better otherwise, either in price or quality."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 10 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Prix Fixe Menu
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went to Nico Kitchen & Bar before a performance at NJPAC. I wasn't aware that only the Prix Fixe Menu would be available, not the regular menu as available. We enjoyed the food but the choices were very limited, as most prix fixe menus are. The prix fixe menu on the website was a sample and not the one that was available. My entree was delicious, but I had a difficult finding an appetizer or a dessert that I liked. The service was excellent and they are very aware that you are making a show, so they make plan accordingly. The restaurant is somewhat noisy and the bar is crowded, but I enjoy that environment pre-concert."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 11 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed it from the moment
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed it from the moment we walked in. Very friendly service from the bar to our table.
We WILL be back!!"
We WILL be back!!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nico Kitchen at NJPAC
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very nice architectural space inside the NJPAC. Food was very good, tuna tartar was excellent. Prix Fixe menu for evenings when there is a show, which is what we partook of. A very nice range of choices so different tastes can be accommodated. Our main waitperson was excellent, the wrap-around service was a little spotty as the bar was very busy, (ie bought the drink for my lady) but the correction response was good. Food presentation was excellent as was preparation we had the scallops and short rib entree, both were excellent. Great pastry chef who lived up to the hype of our waitperson. Decent prices for the Prix Fixe. Reasonable wine list and prices on by the glass. All in all a very good choice."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 13 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good for a price
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was very good for a price fix menu. This was the first time we were there. Our waiter Elvis was great and very attentive. They did not rush us, we went in right before show started. We would go again."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, hot spot
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Review 14 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Nico's was convenient for
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nico's was convenient for the NJPAC show but food, service and ambience all slightly below average. Will not go back again for a meal."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2013
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Review 15 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
About the best gnocchi I've
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"About the best gnocchi I've had anywhere!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2009
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Review 16 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The food was okay but the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food was okay but the service was the worst we have had. I had to appeal to the manager to get any service at all."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
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Review 17 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Pass it up for better options
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for dinner before the Fleetwood Mac concert. The service was slow and got worse from there. They didn't bring us any bread until we asked for it (others who came after us received it clearly without asking). The food was very good but minimalist - no a la carte side dishes to be had. Dessert was good, but came out long before the espresso, so it was not possible to consume the two together. Would not recommend - there are many better places to go for an enjoyable dinner."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2006
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Review 18 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our first time at
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our first time at Nico's and we had the 3 course dinner before a show at NJPAC.
I promise we will return in the near future for a normal sit down dinner without any time constrants."
I promise we will return in the near future for a normal sit down dinner without any time constrants."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Interesting, imaganative menu,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Interesting, imaganative menu, well prepared and served."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The menu is so limited I had
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The menu is so limited I had to study it to find something to eat, let alone enjoy....not even a steak on the menu!!! Nothing plain and simple, without fancy add-ons was available. We have been coming to the PAC since it's opening and we are not renewing our season tickets because the restaurant is so lacking and the performances are equally lackluster."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
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Review 21 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Barely passing grade
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The only reason that I would return to Nico's is for the convenience of attending a performance at NJPAC. The price fixe meal was high for the amount of food served, and the quality was only fair. The servers were eager to please, but I was not impressed by any of our meals."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2007
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Review 22 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was fair Overpriced
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was fair Overpriced we encountered several problems with reservation and when we arrived early they refused to seat us"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2004
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Review 23 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Arrived at 6 PM. Seated in
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Arrived at 6 PM. Seated in the bar. Complained about the noise. Dining room was empty but were told they were saving it for people with reservations. Said we also had reservations from three months ago. Even telling her might never return got no response at all. Waited ten minutes to finally receive our drinks. People came in afterwards on both sides of us received appetizers before us. 6:45 dinners showed us. Refused to accept them. We said we wanted our appetizers first and would not accept the dinners if they just kept them warm. 7:00 the appetizers showed up. 7:20 the people on both sides of us received their dinners. Asked the manager for our dinners. Showed up ten minutes later but one was wrong. Almost missed the start of the show."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2008
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Review 24 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service and timing of courses
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service and timing of courses was off. Food is only average, small portions. We only go because its convenient but Friday probably was the last time."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2009
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Review 25 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the restaurant immensely.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed the restaurant immensely. Food was very good. Service very good as well. Loved the look of the place. Only problem seemed to be ordering drinks. Seems that us and the table next to us ordered second drink and was almost finished dinner before we got them. It was an early reservation and did not look filled yet. Possibly the bar. Could have been busy. But overall a nice dining experience. Would definitely dine at Nicos again. Thank you"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 26 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We thought the prix fixe of
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We thought the prix fixe of $42 (on performance nights) was a little steep - particularly when the scallop entree came with three scallops! When we ordered coffee, one of us asked for steamed milk, another for milk. The waiter told us to "make up your minds". And then the milk was served in coffee cups not creamers. We also had to ask for bread several times before it was served. All in all, disappointing."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2009
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Review 27 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
No dessert!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"At was refreshing to see a vegetarian entrée and not to have to make a special request...We did have to ask for bread and two courses we had to correct who was eating which dish. It would feel less like a cafeteria and more like dinning if you were able to order your dessert after your meal or even not be "forced" to have one. Would it hurt the bottom line too much to offer either a two or three course option? With all the emphasis on obesity how about opting for good nutrition."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2001
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Review 28 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was somewhat disappointing,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was somewhat disappointing, very bland planko crusted chicken, however the duck comfit balls were quite good. Too cool for out door dining that day but it looks like it would be wonderful on a sunny warm spring/summer day. Can't beat it for convenience when going to NJPAC presentation."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 29 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Worth a visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Staff is pleasant though not the most skillful. Nice place to go before an afternoon performance."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 30 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The dinner menu available
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The dinner menu available on the nights of all performances is a pleasant surprise."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 31 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
pre dinner prix fix
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"probably the only game in town for pre-theater dinner and the prix fix menu is designed to meet that need. Service is very good and the overall experience was good."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2003
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Review 32 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
So so
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It is very noisy even with high ceilings. The food was so so. Nothing to rite home about."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2000
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Review 33 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I enjoyed my dinner along
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I enjoyed my dinner along with my party. The food is very good, although the prefixe is a lot to do it often."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2006
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Review 34 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Portions are quite small...food
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Portions are quite small...food on the bland side...too pricey for such fare. We were attending a performance there so it was convenient, but even convenience isn't worth spending so much for such food. The wait staff were way better than what they were serving."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
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Review 35 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
best I can say is that it
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"best I can say is that it is convenient when going to a show at NJPAC. the food/value was ok."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
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Review 36 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good pre-concert restaurant.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good pre-concert restaurant. We are disappointed:, though in the limited menu and in the fact that you offer only a prix fixe menu before a concert. Also, we always have to take a 5:45 reservation even though the restaurant was quite empty."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2008
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Review 37 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The service was great and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was great and the food was above and beyond what we were expecting. A wonderful evening before the symphony; we will definitely be back and I would highly recommend the place to family and friends!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 38 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
When I made the reservation
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"When I made the reservation I was not made aware that the only menu available was for a $42 price fixed deal. I was put off by this at first, but, went for it anyway and was more than pleased with the result. However, after being told by our wait-person that on performance nights at NJPAC, the deal was what was offered, period, two old biddies sat next to us and had desserts and coffees, period.
I'm glad that everything we were served was really good and well worth the price, but, I still feel bamboozled."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
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Review 39 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Another delicious dinner at Nico.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had been to Nico before, and had a very enjoyable dinner. So when our party of 8 bought tickets for an event at NJ PAC, it was a no-brainer to make reservation for dinner at Nico.
Our reservation was honored. The food and service were, as usual, excellent. A good time was had by all. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 40 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
After Fascino's this is my
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After Fascino's this is my number 2 best place to eat !"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 41 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Average
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Average all around. Nice staff."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2011
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Review 42 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service was a little slower
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was a little slower than normal this time, which shouldn't be the case as they simplified the menu from Theater Square Grill to speed things up. They also initially seated us by a very large and noisy table, and it took a while for us to get moved. We still made the concert (barely though)."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
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Review 43 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I have posted an excellent review before, perhaps six months ago, and I am happy to report that Nico has maintained it's level of excellence. Tje $42 pre-theater prox fixe is exceptional value. I had tuna tartare and a roasted cod, and both dishes were exceptional."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 44 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
They try, but need more lunch
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They try, but need more lunch choices, ie. sandwiches. Service is usually SLOW.,, we go there before a concert performance and have to rush."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 45 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Since last time we we there,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Since last time we we there, the service has improved but the quality of the food deteriorated"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2010
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Review 46 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoy dining at Nico's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoy dining at Nico's every time we visit NJPAC. In fact, we look forward to the dining experience as much as the music!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 47 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Pre-fix menu was limited.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Pre-fix menu was limited. Tiny portions. We were 6 big guys going to the show at NJ Pac after dinner, we had no choice but to eat there. Portions were so small we went to a diner after the show. And it was $70 per man with a couple of drinks, tax and tip.
Not worth it. Food was just ok but not enough."
Not worth it. Food was just ok but not enough."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2012
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Review 48 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Enjoyed Nico's because it
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed Nico's because it was next to the PAC Center.The Price Fix Menu was varied-would like to try some of the entrees on the regular menu.The plate that was served with the bread could have had more olive oil.The servers were all attentive."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 49 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the Prix fix meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the Prix fix meal before Celtic Women concert. I thought there was enough variety to choose from and what I selected was excellent. They did not rush you but did manage the time well to assure you were finished in time. Wait staff was on top of things and very cordial."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, special occasion
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Review 50 for Nico Kitchen & Bar - Newark
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Portions are tiny and service
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Portions are tiny and service was marginal,on the night I attended.
Would advise avoiding NICO'S if possible. Only upside is that it's adjacent to NJPAC, so parking, dining, and show are all in one stop. Prepare for disappointment!!!"
Would advise avoiding NICO'S if possible. Only upside is that it's adjacent to NJPAC, so parking, dining, and show are all in one stop. Prepare for disappointment!!!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2008
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