Entreé
Lakewood
Restaurant in Lakewood, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Entreé is a practical Lakewood dinner pick when the priority is a planned sit-down meal on a Sunday-through-Thursday evening. It makes more sense for conversation and small-group planning than for a spontaneous weekend meal, especially because confirmed menu, pricing, and bar details are not part of the public profile.
About Entreé
Entreé is a Lakewood dinner venue with evening hours only: Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 6–10 PM, and closed Friday and Saturday. The safest way to plan is to start with the schedule and confirm current details directly before you go.
The practical fit is direct: consider Entreé when a Sunday-through-Thursday dinner in Lakewood works for your group. The dress code is smart casual, so plan for a polished but not formal evening. For broader planning, compare Entreé with other dining options and confirm current details directly before committing to a date.
Choose it for a planned Lakewood dinner
Entreé is suitable for its timing: it serves dinner from 6–10 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday. If the priority is certainty, choose the date first and confirm the current format before inviting a larger party.
For cross-shopping, Tomahawk Steakhouse, Bun, and Flysh are other named options to consider as you compare dinner plans. Other Lakewood dining rooms can also be useful backups if your preferred date does not fit Entreé's Sunday-through-Thursday schedule.
Plan around the schedule before planning the menu
Because dinner hours skip Friday and Saturday, Entreé works better for Sunday-through-Thursday plans than for a Friday or Saturday dinner. That is the key planning lens: if the group can meet on one of the open evenings, Entreé remains in consideration; if the date is fixed to Friday or Saturday, cross-shop immediately rather than forcing it.
For readers comparing beyond this single Lakewood dinner plan, other named venues such as Ottimo Cafe and Hamisada may also be worth reviewing, alongside additional dining options in and beyond Lakewood.
Planning details
- Location
- 20 4th St, Lakewood, NJ 08701
- Reservations
- Book on Resy
- Website
- entreerestaurant.com
- Phone
- +17325346000
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Entreé sits into Lakewood’s low-rise, unhurried streetscape and matches the town’s practical, community-rooted character. The dining room reads less like a city destination and more like a reliable neighbourhood steakhouse: quiet, composed and focused on doing a small set of things very well. The review frames Entreé as part of a local circuit rather than a tasting-menu landmark, so the mood is steady rather than theatrical. Visitors can expect a relaxed, classic atmosphere that privileges straightforward cooking and familiar comforts over culinary showmanship.
Best For
Entreé is best suited to evening occasions that value solidity and warmth: business dinners, date nights and special celebrations where dependable food and a composed room matter. As a steakhouse whose signature is ‘best steaks,’ it naturally centers dinner service and menus built around substantial, shareable entrees. The restaurant’s local focus and unhurried setting make it a pragmatic choice for guests who want a no-nonsense meal with enough gravitas for a professional dinner or an understated celebratory night out.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the house strengths: the menu’s emphasis on steak suggests that the restaurant’s marquee offerings are the safest bet. Because Entreé sits within a neighborhood register rather than a destination fine-dining tier, expect straightforward, cuisine-specific preparations rather than experimental tasting menus. For visitors coming from 4th Street or the surrounding blocks, plan your meal around dinner service when the kitchen showcases its signature steaks; the setting is quieter and more settled than a busy urban corridor, which suits relaxed, focused dining.
Venue details
Ambiance
Sophisticated dining atmosphere focused on authentic hospitality and quality service.
Tags
Best For
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Dietary
- Kosher
Signature Dishes
best steaks
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 20 4th St, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to Go If This Does Not Fit
Choose Tomahawk Steakhouse if the group wants a clearer steakhouse brief. Choose Bun if ease, casual pacing, and a lower-pressure meal matter more than a composed dinner setting.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Compared with Tomahawk Steakhouse, Entreé is the pick when the group wants a less narrowly defined dinner format and can work around weeknight service. Tomahawk Steakhouse is the more obvious choice for diners specifically seeking a steakhouse-style night; Entreé is better for a planned table where conversation and pacing matter more than a category-specific order.
Bun and Flysh are stronger backups when flexibility and ease matter. Choose Bun if the group wants a more casual meal; keep Flysh in the mix if the party is open on format and mainly needs a Lakewood dinner that is easier to coordinate. Entreé is the more deliberate choice, especially for a small occasion.
Ottimo Cafe and Hamisada are less direct Lakewood comparisons, but they help frame the decision: if location convenience in Lakewood is the deciding factor, Entreé stays in contention. If the group is willing to travel for a more specific dining identity, compare those options before locking the date.
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Compare Entreé
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Entreé | Lakewood | No published awards |
| Ottimo Cafe | Howell | No published awards |
| Tomahawk Steakhouse | Lakewood | No published awards |
| Hamisada | Howell | No published awards |
| Bun | Lakewood | No published awards |
| Flysh | Lakewood | No published awards |
How Entreé Lakewood compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at Entreé?
A key consideration is timing: Entreé serves dinner Monday through Thursday and Sunday from 6–10 PM. If you need a clearly defined food style before choosing, compare it with other options such as Ottimo Cafe or Tomahawk Steakhouse, and check Entreé's official channels for the latest details.
How far ahead should I book Entreé?
The schedule is a key planning detail: Entreé serves dinner from 6–10 PM on Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and is closed Friday and Saturday.
Can I eat at the bar at Entreé?
Entreé does not list a bar setup, so do not plan the visit around a bar-focused experience. If you are comparing alternatives, Bun is another option to review.
Can Entreé accommodate groups?
If you are planning for more than a small party, confirm availability and seating details in advance. Tomahawk Steakhouse is another option to compare if your group wants a different dinner setting.
Does Entreé handle dietary restrictions?
Entreé does not list dietary or allergy accommodation details, so ask in advance before committing to a dinner slot. Entreé's hours are 6–10 PM Monday through Thursday and Sunday, and the dress code is smart casual. Hamisada is another venue to compare while checking current menu details directly.
