If there's one type of restaurant that I visit more than any other, it has to be Chinese restaurants. New Jersey is full of amazing hole-in-the-wall gems that serve authentic eats from across the wide spectrum of Chinese cuisine. I think Chinese food has gotten a reputation as one of America's most beloved cuisines by being diverse, delicious - and casual! But one new Chinese restaurant in Metuchen, NJ is looking to change that. Welcome to Ram & Rooster. Run by Chef Sean Yan, this tiny spot is the first Chinese restaurant in New Jersey to offer a full tasting menu developed by the chef, in the same way that many high-end French restaurants do. I've never seen a Chinese restaurant like this in New Jersey, and our first glimpse of the innovative dishes makes clear this is another exciting addition to Metuchen's bustling dining scene.
Tucked away in a humble building on a laid-back street away from the main drag of Metuchen, Ram and Rooster might be the town's premiere fine dining destination.
This laid-back, small restaurant offers a $128 eight-course Chinese tasting menu, every dish created by Chef Sean Yan.
The focus here is on fresh, seasonal ingredients combined with bold flavors that let them sing. The restaurant is currently open for dinner Wednesday through Sunday.
Each of the courses not only delivers big flavor, but looks like a work of art in its own way.
After four light courses to start, followed by a fish course (currently black bass), your main course arrives. Roast Duck with blackberry hoisin is currently the standard option, but A5 Wagyu can be substituted for an uncharge.
Dinner always ends the same way - with a trio of Chinese pastries including a salted duck egg tart, an Osmanthus rice cake, and the restaurant's famous strawberry mooncake.
Want a drink that delivers the same level of flavor? The restaurant's tea selection is truly unparalleled.
Have you gotten the chance to dine at Ram and Rooster yet? This unique Chinese restaurant in Metuchen, NJ just opened in early July, 2024, but first reviews have been fantastic. If you were one of those lucky guests, let us know about your experience in the comments section! If not, you can find a link to reservations as well as the full current menu on the Ram and Rooster website. The Ram and Rooster Instagram page is the place to follow for the best pictures of the delicious food.
If you have an evening reservation and are looking to kill some time first, why not have a drink and some apps at the record-setting tequila bar Meximodo, only a short walk away? And if you're staying in the area for the night, we highly recommend the Homewood Suites by Hilton Edison/Woodbridge - it's a perfect spot for families and offers a free breakfast buffet.
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