Metropolitan Cafe

Freehold, NJ · American restaurant

Rating
4.4/5
★★★★☆ 4.4
Reviews
20
Rank in Freehold
#68
of 170 restaurants
City Percentile
54%
rating percentile
Address
Metropolitan Cafe, 8 E Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone
(732) 627-2495
Website
www.metrocafenj.com
Status
Closed · Opens 12 PM Sat

Metropolitan Cafe is a restaurant located in Freehold, NJ. It is one of 170 restaurants listed in Freehold. Its 4.4-star rating is above the Freehold city average of 4.3 stars. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Metropolitan Cafe

Bringing a modern, upscale dining experience to Freehold since 1999.

Hours

Friday12 PM–10 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Malinda Baklycki · Feb 2026

Phenomenal dinner from start to finish. We began with the short rib empanada, filet mignon spring rolls, followed by the stuffed rigatoni. For entrées, we had the General Tso chicken and the Asian skirt steak — everything was flavorful and cooked perfectly. Dessert was the perfect ending with donut holes and a mason jar apple pie crumble. Amazing meal and a great experience overall. Highly recommend!

★★★★★ 5.0 Christopher Limoncelli · Dec 2025

We had such a great family dinner here! My wife ordered the steak tacos and they were incredibly tender and full of flavor. I went with the sliders, and they were absolutely delicious. My mother-in-law enjoyed a beet and goat cheese salad that she said was perfect, and my son loved his chicken fingers and French fries. The bread alone was a standout—warm, tasty, and paired with a flavorful butter that we couldn’t get enough of. For dessert, we shared the eggnog espresso crème brûlée, which was very tasty. The biscotti on the side added the perfect Christmas vibe. The restaurant was beautifully decorated for the holidays, making it such a festive and cozy spot to enjoy a night out with family. Wonderful food, warm atmosphere, and an all-around great time. Highly recommend! 🍰🤍

★★★★★ 5.0 Jessica Latonnelle · Feb 2026

Elegant Atmosphere and Exceptional Service with a Note on Seasoning 🥂✨ ​My partner and I recently attended a close friend’s birthday celebration at Metropolitan Cafe, and from a Critic's perspective, the venue is a masterclass in atmosphere. ​The Ambiance: The vibe here is top-notch, elegant, sophisticated, and perfectly suited for a high-end night out or an intimate, cozy date night. I especially loved the upstairs seating; it feels very exclusive and refined, like I'm in France. If you are looking for a place that feels like a "Parisian escape" in the heart of the city, the decorations and lighting here deliver exactly that. ​The Appetizers (The Highlight): The starter course was a triumph. We sampled a variety of dishes: ​Sweet & Spicy Calamari & Shrimp Sesame: Perfectly balanced and

★★★★★ 5.0 Rose Quintiliano · Dec 2025

The food was truly exceptional. Sushi arrived first, setting the tone for a fantastic meal. Then our entrees, I chose the incredible beet salad with goat cheese. The sliders were impressive. Steak tacos were a revelation. For dessert, it was the sublime eggnog espresso brûlée, which we all shared, savoring every bite. Sweet and utterly delightful!

★★★★★ 5.0 Michelle Zaritsky · Jan 2026

My husband and I held an intimate dinner upstairs in the beautiful loft to celebrate our marriage. From initial contact, to the day-of-logistics, Rob and his entire team at the Metropolitan Cafe were an absolute pleasure to work with. Rob was accommodating of all requests and took the time to alleviate any concerns that arose prior to the day. The space was arranged perfectly and the food (as always) was divine; plated beautifully and tasted delicious! Also, the vision I provided to Rob for our wedding cake was upheld and delivered on better than I could have ever imagined. Thank you SO much to everyone at the Metropolitan Cafe for making our big day so special.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

American restaurant

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