By Sharon Penn
Hillsborough, New Jersey, is located in Somerset County and still retains historical buildings nearby. The region's history dates back to the 17th century, and Hillsborough was one of the original townships incorporated in New Jersey. Golf courses, museums and many restaurants are within easy reach. From ethnic restaurants to those with wooded settings to well-known area restaurant chains, the choice is yours.
Pheasants Landing
Pheasants Landing offers American-Continental cuisine in a landscaped setting in Hillsborough. Diners will have the opportunity to eat in the garden patio in fine weather under the shade of large maple trees. The restaurant's underground pub features live music on Friday and Saturday nights along with a menu of pub fare. There is a large ballroom suitable for weddings and other large events.
The dinner menu includes a selection of soups, appetizers and salads. Seafood entrees include Idaho brook trout and panko-crusted salmon, while meat entrees feature chicken Caprese and maple-glazed duck breast. The restaurant serves lunch Tuesday through Friday and dinner Tuesday through Sunday.
Pheasants Landing
311 Amwell Rd.
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(908) 281-1288
pheasantslanding.com
Thai Kitchen III
There are several locations of the successful Thai Kitchen restaurant in Bridgewater, Warren, and Chester in addition to the Hillsborough location. This restaurant offers cuisine from different regions of Thailand, featuring bold flavors with a balance among hot, sweet, sour, bitter and salty spices. According to the Zagat survey, Thai Kitchen is a popular lunch spot for business meals because of the food and attentive staff. Specialties include chicken satay, house special duck, shrimp pad Thai and special chicken. Thai Kitchen is open for dinner seven days a week and for lunch from Monday through Friday.
Thai Kitchen III
649 Rt. 206
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
thaikitchennj.com
Old Man Rafferty's
Old Man Rafferty's started in New Brunswick and now has locations in Hillsborough and Asbury Park. This restaurant offers an extensive menu of light fare, entrees and desserts. The Hillsborough location offers onsite parking, outdoor seasonal dining on the landscaped patio, a full-service bar and banquet facilities. The restaurant serves lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
The menu includes grilled steak salad, dim sum sampler, chicken quesadillas and crab and lobster dip. For a hearty meal, choose from barbecue ribs, hanger steak and grilled salmon fillet. Old Man Rafferty's offers a large catering menu. The restaurant is open daily for lunch and dinner.
Old Man Rafferty's
284 Rt. 206
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
(908) 904-9731
oldmanraffertys.com
About the Author:
Sharon Penn is a writer based in South Florida. A professional writer since 1981, she has created numerous materials for a Princeton advertising agency. Her articles have appeared in "Golf Journal" and on industry blogs. Penn has traveled extensively, is an avid golfer and is eager to share her interests with her readers. She holds a Master of Science in Education.
