South Plainfield · Dining guide
Food & Drink
South Plainfield's restaurant scene is unusually broad for a borough its size: Indian and South Asian cooking, Italian and pizza, Vietnamese, Korean/Japanese, Portuguese and Brazilian barbecue, Mexican, Mediterranean, bakeries, diners, coffee and neighborhood takeout all have an in-town presence.
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South Plainfield restaurants, cafés & bakeries
Listings below were checked for South Plainfield addresses and current operation as part of the September 16, 2026 research pass.
Vegetarian South Indian and North Indian menu with dosas, idli, thalis, curries and Indo-Chinese dishes.
Wood-fired pizza, Italian comfort food and tavern fare.
Nepalese momos and thalis alongside Indian curries, tandoor and Indo-Chinese dishes.
Indian cooking with Indo-Chinese and Thai influences; also caters and hosts events.
Falafel, hummus, baba ghanouj, shawarma and platters; current menu includes an explicit vegan meal.
DF optionsVegan optionsNeighborhood pizzeria with classic Jersey-style pies and Italian favorites.
Mexican menu with tacos, seafood, steaks and a lively bar atmosphere.
Pizza, Italian-American entrées, sandwiches and takeout.
Halal platters, gyros, sandwiches and fast-casual Mediterranean-style fare.
Pho, bánh mì, rice plates, vermicelli bowls and Vietnamese drinks.
Specialty coffee shop and craft roastery in the Hamilton Boulevard corridor.
Long-running pizzeria and Italian restaurant with a broad casual menu.
Italian restaurant and pizzeria; its current site specifically identifies gluten-free options.
GF optionsKorean and Japanese dishes with banchan, barbecue, sushi and noodles.
Portuguese-style charcoal barbecue, grilled meats and combination platters.
Chinese takeout and familiar American-Chinese dishes.
Rodizio-style service, grilled meats, steak, seafood and Portuguese/Brazilian specialties.
Szechuan and Chinese takeout favorites.
Filipino barbecue and homestyle dishes.
Indian and South Indian specialties in the Oak Tree Avenue corridor.
Celebration cakes, cupcakes, pastries and classic bakery desserts.
Casual Vietnamese restaurant serving pho, bánh mì, vermicelli and rice dishes.
Revolving-sushi concept with Japanese dishes in the Hadley Center area.
Low-and-slow barbecue, smoked meats, classic sides and catering.
Chinese takeout and dine-in dishes at Oak Park Commons.
24-hour New Jersey diner with dedicated current gluten-free and vegan/dairy-free menu sections.
GF optionsDF optionsVegan optionsNeighborhood bakery for cakes, pies, cookies, breads and traditional pastries.
Bagels, breakfast sandwiches and deli-style morning fare.
Casual grill and neighborhood comfort-food menu.
Latin-inspired plates and casual neighborhood dining.
Gyros, grilled meats and halal-friendly quick-service fare.
Pizza, Italian-American dishes, sandwiches and takeout.
Classic diner breakfasts, sandwiches and American comfort food.
Hot and cold sandwiches, deli favorites and casual takeout.
Indian snacks, savory farsan, sweets and vegetarian specialties.
Dietary-option notes
Its current menu includes a dedicated gluten-free section plus vegan plant-based dishes using dairy-free cheese. Ask about shared cooking equipment and cross-contact.
The restaurant's current site explicitly identifies gluten-free options. Confirm preparation and cross-contact needs directly.
Current menu information lists a vegan meal and multiple vegan choices. Vegan items are dairy-free by ingredient intent, but verify sauces, pita and shared prep for allergy needs.
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Advertising informationLocal information reviewed September 16, 2026. Menus, dietary options, hours and ownership can change; verify directly before visiting.