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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Trenton, NJ by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Malaga with a 4.6-star rating from 1,588 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 93/100. Also in the top tier: NJWeedman's Joint Restaurant and Erini Restaurant. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Trenton is 4.4 stars from 825 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Trenton range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 10, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Trenton Social
Trenton Social stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Trenton, offering a consistently excellent dining experience that outshines its competitors.
Most Reviewed
Rat's Restaurant
A high review count indicates broad customer engagement and reliability, making Rat's Restaurant a trusted choice for many diners.
For the best overall experience, choose Trenton Social; if you prefer a well-established option with extensive feedback, Rat's Restaurant is a safe bet.
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Top Rated Restaurants
A 4.6-star rating from nearly 1,600 Google reviews reflects strong local customer satisfaction.
511 Lalor St, Hamilton Township, NJ 08611, USAKnown for consistent quality with a strong 4.6-star rating across over 1,300 reviews.
322 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA4.5 stars from over 1,800 Google reviews, a trusted Trenton dining choice.
1140 River Rd, Ewing Township, NJ 08628, USARestaurants Rankings in Trenton, NJ
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Malaga511 Lalor St, Hamilton Township, NJ 08611, USA | 4.6★ | 1,588 |
| #2 | NJWeedman's Joint Restaurant322 E State St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA | 4.6★ | 1,361 |
| #3 | Erini Restaurant1140 River Rd, Ewing Township, NJ 08628, USA | 4.5★ | 1,819 |
| #4 | 1911 Smokehouse BBQ11 W Front St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA | 4.3★ | 866 |
| #5 | Tikal Restaurant & Lounge501 Morris Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA | 4.3★ | 388 |
| #6 | Pura Vida228 Cummings Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA | 4.3★ | 1,132 |
| #7 | Cooper's Riverview50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA | 4.0★ | 959 |
| #8 | Rat's Restaurant16 Fairgrounds Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, USA | 4.2★ | 3,036 |
| #9 | Trenton Social449 S Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA | 4.3★ | 644 |
| #10 | Blue Danube Restaurant538 Adeline St, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA | 4.6★ | 414 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Trenton
A solid 4.3-star rating from nearly 900 Google reviews for this Trenton restaurant.
11 W Front St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
Boasting a strong 4.3-star rating from nearly 400 reviews, this restaurant is a local favorite.
501 Morris Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,100 local Google reviews.
228 Cummings Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
A solid 4.0-star rating from nearly 1,000 reviews confirms consistent quality.
50 Riverview Plaza, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
This Trenton restaurant holds a solid 4.2★ rating from over 3,000 reviews.
16 Fairgrounds Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ 08619, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from 644 Google reviews makes this a trusted local choice.
449 S Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
Highly rated Trenton restaurant with 4.6 stars from over 400 reviews.
538 Adeline St, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from 127 Google reviews, this Trenton restaurant is highly recommended by locals.
826 S Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
Praised by dozens of reviewers, this Trenton restaurant holds a strong 4.5-star rating.
14 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
Rated 4.4 stars from over 1,200 reviews, this Trenton restaurant is a popular local choice.
72 W Upper Ferry Rd, Ewing Township, NJ 08628, USA
Solid 4.1-star rating from over 700 Google reviews for this Trenton restaurant.
931 New York Ave #3950, Trenton, NJ 08638, USA
A popular Trenton spot with a strong 4.6-star rating from nearly 600 reviews.
2275 Kuser Rd, Hamilton Township, NJ 08690, USA
Rated 4.0 stars from over 500 Google reviews, this Trenton restaurant is reliably solid.
140 Washington St, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
4.5 stars from 381 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality and strong local reputation.
111 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
Solid 4.1-star rating from 248 reviews for this Trenton restaurant.
1218 S Clinton Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611, USA
Boasting a stellar 4.9-star rating from over 230 reviews, this Trenton restaurant is a local favorite.
322 S Broad St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
Solid 4.4-star rating from over 150 reviews, reflecting consistent local satisfaction.
26 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ 08608, USA
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Restaurants in Trenton, NJ — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Malaga | 93/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,588 |
| 2 | NJWeedman's Joint Restaurant | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,361 |
| 3 | Erini Restaurant | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,819 |
| 4 | 1911 Smokehouse BBQ | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 866 |
| 5 | Tikal Restaurant & Lounge | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 388 |
| 6 | Pura Vida | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 1,132 |
| 7 | Cooper's Riverview | 71/100 | 4.0 ★ | 959 |
| 8 | Rat's Restaurant | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 3,036 |
| 9 | Trenton Social | 76/100 | 4.3 ★ | 644 |
| 10 | Blue Danube Restaurant | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 414 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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