Edison is Jersey’s “gateway to the world”—a place where generations of immigrants, commuters, and dreamers have invented and reinvented the city’s food culture.
From South Asian icons to old-school Italian, food here is multicultural, generous, and packed with local love.
1. Moghul Restaurant
A landmark for North Indian cuisine, Moghul dazzles with clay oven tandoori, creamy chicken tikka masala, fiery lamb vindaloo, and the city’s best garlic naan.
The decor sparkles with marble and gold, but the real show is the lunch buffet: crisp samosas, dosas, chaat, and a line of fragrant curries crowds the room every day.
Families, businesspeople, and foodies mingle over endless platters.
The knowledgeable staff are happy to guide newcomers through spice levels and sweets.
2. Harold’s New York Deli
This is the “go big or go home” of NJ delis—colossal corned beef or pastrami sandwiches (enough for three meals), pickles served in buckets, and black-and-white cookies the size of a steering wheel.
The celebrity wall, vintage booths, and endless cups of hot coffee finish the classic deli vibe.
Harold’s is legendary for catering, while in-house diners enjoy stacked latkes and matzo ball soup that’s pure comfort.
3. Sushi O
From sushi novices to trained connoisseurs, everyone finds something to love at Sushi O.
Their rolls are works of art—try the crispy Spicy Tuna Donut, classic omakase, or playful “Edison” rolls.
Sashimi is always fresh, bento boxes are crowd pleasers, and lunch specials keep regulars coming back.
Sleek and modern, Sushi O also boasts a serene bar and friendly, efficient staff who make first-timers feel like regulars.
4. LouCas
An elegant, white-tablecloth Italian institution renowned for homemade gnocchi, lobster ravioli, veal francaise, and a deep list of seafood pastas.
The staff greets families and celebrations with gusto; romantic couples cluster in booths, and the “old world” dessert cart is always a hit.
Service rarely misses a beat, and reservations for Friday or Saturday nights are gold.
5. Minar Halal Indian Cuisine
Crowded, spicy, affordable, and utterly authentic, Minar is beloved for student lunch breaks and family feasts.
Highlights include fragrant biryanis, saucy goat curry, crisp samosas, sambar, and pillowy naan, with many house specials rotating weekly. Chutneys come in fearless heat; mango lassi is always cold.
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