5 Best Bars In And Around Westfield, Yelp Says

WESTFIELD, NJ — New Year's Eve is fast approaching and many may choose to stay home while others will travel to their local watering hole to ring in 2018.

With that in mind, here are the highest-rated bars in and around the Westfield area, according to Yelp.

16 Prospect Wine Bar & Bistro - 16 Prospect St., Westfield

• “The lobster risotto was fabulous, perfectly cooked with healthy portions of lobster.”
• “Food: We ordered the Garlic Shrimp, Buffalo Calamari, Muscles,and Vodka shrimp pizza.”
• “Their buffalo calamari is the best thing you will ever have!"

Chez Catherine - 431 N Ave W., Westfield

• “The Dover Sole in brown butter sauce with lemon was one of the best entrees I've eaten anywhere and the Grouper was superb.”
• “Truly a memorable fine dining experience.”
• “Didier, the owner did the table side preparation and I have not seen this done since being in France.”

Publick House - 899 Mountain Ave., Mountainside

• “Had the spicy tuna crisp it was amazing!”
• "If you're looking for the heart of New Jersey's finest watering holes, look no further! Their craft cocktails are a thing of legend, where you can totally tell (and taste) the passion and precision in their bartending."
• "Beautiful atmosphere. In addition to tables and a bar, there is a seating area with couches near a fireplace and a large screen TV above it."

Rosie’s Wine Bar - 514 North Ave., Garwood

• "Excellent service, and a great selection of wine! The waitress was very knowledge about the wine list."
• "Full, normal, tasty menu, priced well and something for everyone, plus wine galore. Charming, sweet, and worth a visit. Small town vibe with big town selections and service. Enjoyed it and the wine."
• "This is my favorite local place to eat and drink. They have an excellent staff and delicious food, Happy Hour prices are good, too."

Sheelen’s Crossing - 200 South Ave., Fanwood

• “I've been here three times so far, twice to drink at the bar and once for brunch, and each time is just as great as the last!”
• “You can choose from numerous sauces for the chicken wings and we chose orange bourbon, which was delicious.”
• "I love the atmosphere of this bar from the decor to the bartenders' bold personalities. It's small, but cozy and the service is great."

Disagree with the list? Did we miss your favorite spot? Let us know in the comments section.

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