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Olive Branch

Restaurant Bar American restaurant Gastropub

One of the Top rated American restaurants in New Brunswick


Address

37 Bartlett St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Website

www.olivebranchnewbrunswick.com

Contact

(732) 729-0203

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (258 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 5 PM to 12 AM
  • Tuesday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Wednesday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Thursday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Friday: 5 PM to 2 AM
  • Saturday: 5 PM to 2 AM

Featured Reviews


Reviews are sorted by relevance, prioritizing the most helpful and insightful feedback at the top for easier reference.
  • 1/5 Michael 1 year ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Trivia night is an incredibly corrupt event. I played fairly, giving my money and tips to the bartender who work incredibly hard for their job. However, I found the organizer of the event at another bar with the winners after Olive Branch closed. It makes me suspicious that the winners were friends with the organizers, and that the prizes are based on who knows who. I am very disappointed overall, although I must say the Pizza was very good for the price. I hope I get clarification on the scoring process. Thank you.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Cakes W. 5 months ago on Google • 161 reviews
    My cousin is attending Rutgers College and wanted to meet after class, and this was the place he picked. I was excited to check it out. When I walked in, I was carded it's been a while since that happened to me, so I was flattered, to say the least. Don't wait to be seated. Just find your spot, I found mine in front of the TV they had both basketball games on. While sitting I noticed no one came over to take my order I thought that was a bit odd, when my cousin came in we made our way over to the bar and we received all the service we needed. This is the first place I ever visited that didn't come to you. You had to come to them, lol. Different, but everyone was nice and had a smile. I had naked wings and house salad. I'm not sure what they use for the Buffalo sauce, but it was good. I left nothing but bone, lol. The salad was fresh, and I so enjoyed the Greek vinaigrette. It was delicious. They also had BINGO, and we played about 3 games before we headed out. Over all ot was a great experience, and I'll be back for those naked wings. Oh, and they gave me a drink, Cozy, as well, lol
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lilly J. 2 years ago on Google • 147 reviews
    I LOVE OB! Dive bar feels with a great happy hour (50c slices and cheap beer). I come here all the time when I'm in NB. People don't take themselves too seriously here and it's just a great, chill vibe. The tables/seats are a little nasty (not dirty) since a ton of people have carved into them, but it's part of its charm, I guess. Our two servers were both the best - always checking back. Great spot to start your night (or afternoon for HH).

  • 5/5 T.C. J. 3 years ago on Google • 25 reviews
    Happy hour go-to spot. Can't beat 50 cent pizza special and bartenders are chill. Can get very crowded during happy hour and on game days but so can every other bar in NB.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mike R. 4 years ago on Google
    This is a great bar and one my favorite pre-game bars along with stuff your face or sometimes Kelly's corner tavern , where me and my friends would have our first few drinks before moving onto to either old queens or Scarlett pub on Easton ave. The bar is and always was well kept and offers almost unbeatable value while being across the street from campus.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Jason C. 7 years ago on Google • 82 reviews
    Nothing really special about this place other than the happy hour from 4-8. Its gets really packed, so good luck trying to find a place to sit or stand. They DO have 50 cents pizza slices during these times though. Is the pizza good? Let me put it this way, you get what you pay for; but, by the time you get the food you order your probably plastered, so it might taste amazing.

  • 5/5 Todd G. 1 year ago on Google • 53 reviews
    Great place to get ready for Rutgers football game. Make sure you grab a shuttle with plenty of time to spare before kickoff. Otherwise, you might hey stuck in traffic.

  • 5/5 New Brunswick City C. 3 years ago on Google • 11 reviews
    Love the OB! At a past job, would come here often after events at the Rutgers College Ave Gym across the street. Staff is always fun to chat with and a great hangout before & after Rutgers Football games home or away! They also make entertaining t-shirts for the games, amongst other events, that give you something unique no one else is offering! Best prices and flavors on the wings 😋

  • 5/5 Sirisha N. 1 year ago on Google
    Must go for Rutgers students!! OB offers the perfect college vibe at very good deals!

  • 5/5 lakshman r. 3 years ago on Google
    Wings are amazing. Super hot wasn't that hot but wings are fresh and tasty. Frozen margaritas are really good and honey BBQ wings are amazing 👏 Precfecr place for hang out. A good college bar and restaurant

  • 5/5 Nina 5 years ago on Google
    They have awesome happy hour deals. The fifty cent pizza slices take a while to come out, so order a bunch of them at a time if you're eating. The trivia nights on Tuesdays are also awesome and you don't have to necessarily buy anything to participate

  • 5/5 SAMANTHA B. 11 months ago on Google
    Every experience I have at OB is better than the previous, the most friendly staff ever, quick service, and the best environment you could ask for.

  • 5/5 Fireyes 9. 11 months ago on Google
    The bar/restaurant has a very Rustic look to it. The food is really good and it's reasonably priced!

  • 5/5 Rachel N. 11 months ago on Google
    Ob is the best place on earth, friendliest bartenders ever!!!

  • 5/5 Richard M. 1 year ago on Google
    Always have a good night with my friends at olive branch.

  • 5/5 kayla c. 5 months ago on Google • 4 reviews
    the bartender brianna was exceptional at her job!!! she was attentive to not only me but everyone sitting at the bar! she made it such a pleasurable experience, I know to come back with friends!!! she deserves a raise cuz not a lot a people carry that work ethic


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Food at bar
    • ✓️ Hard liquor
    • ✓️ Happy hour food
    • ✓️ Happy hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✗ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✓️ Takeout
    • ✓️ Delivery

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