Welcome to The Big Easy
At The Big Easy, located in Trenton, NJ, soul food isn’t just a dish; it’s a celebration. This American eatery serves up a mouthwatering array of seafood, beef, and poultry, highlighting vibrant flavors and traditional recipes. From perfectly fried basa and crab cakes to tender beef ribs glazed with house-made BBQ sauce, every dish tells a story of culinary passion. The inviting atmosphere is ideal for groups, making it a perfect spot for gatherings. Their commitment to quality shines through in every bite, ensuring that diners leave not just satisfied but yearning to return. At The Big Easy, every meal feels like a warm embrace.
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111 S Warren St Trenton, NJ 08608 United States Hotline: (609) 393-1845
Welcome to The Big Easy, a delightful hub of soul food nestled in Trenton, New Jersey. This cozy restaurant is celebrated for its rich flavors and hearty portions that transport diners to the heart of American culinary tradition. Known for its inviting atmosphere and friendly service, The Big Easy is not just a place to eat; it's a community gathering spot where friends and families come together to savor mouth-watering dishes.
As you step into The Big Easy, the warm aroma of spices and grilled seafood envelops you, instantly setting the stage for an unforgettable dining experience. The menu is a love letter to soul food, featuring an array of tantalizing options that cater to every palate.
- Seafood Delights: Seafood lovers will find heaven here with the Fried Basa and the succulent Grilled Salmon, each carefully prepared to maintain a balance of texture and flavor. The standout dish, however, is the Crab Cake, pan-seared to perfection and bursting with fresh seafood essence.
- Hearty Beef Entrees: For those craving something robust, the Beef Ribs Meal and the Oxtail Meal promise to satisfy with their tender meat and house-made honey BBQ glaze. Each bite is a celebration of rich flavors that will linger long after the meal is over.
- Poultry Perfection: The Big Easy also shines in its chicken offerings. The Jerk Chicken Meal, marinated and grilled to perfection, is a personal favorite. Paired with two sides, it showcases a delightful blend of spices that dance on the palate.
What makes The Big Easy stand out is its commitment to high-quality ingredients and a welcoming environment. The restaurant offers takeout options, making it convenient for those on the go. It's also great for groups, making it an ideal spot for celebrating special occasions or casual get-togethers.
Located at 111 S Warren St, Trenton, NJ, The Big Easy invites you to indulge in a culinary experience that pays homage to America's soul food heritage. Whether you're feasting on crispy fried whiting or savoring the rich flavors of oxtail, each dish is a reminder of the joy that comes from good food and great company. Don't forget to call ahead at (609) 393-1845 to reserve your table or place an order for takeout!
Awesome and authentic with great customer service! I don't understand why I have to keep on adding to this review that's all I have to say!
I haven't been since the pandemic but they have not skipped a beat! Lobster Mac and fried basa I had to say was delicious! They'll be seeing me more often again!
Delicious soul food in a casual setting. Came here for a lunch break during a one-day job at the Trenton arena. It's served cafeteria style in to-go containers, but there are plenty of tables at which to eat. I had the fried chicken. It was tasty but a bit bland, in spite of it probably sitting out for a couple hours. A touch of salt did the trick. Not a bit of grease on it. My sides were collards - fresh and not too spicy. Also had the sweet potatoes, which were unbelievably tasty. My colleague had the crab cakes. He had just come from Baltimore, so I thought he might be in for a letdown but he said they were great.
Food was good, service was on point. I ordered the whiting and lobster mac and cheese. Delicious.
I work in Trenton and one day my coworkers and I decided to order take out from Big Easy. My coworker ordered the food and went to pick it up, so this review is only based on the food, as I did not go to the restaurant. I ordered the fried basa (fish) and my two sides were candied yams and macaroni and cheese. The food is absolutely delicious. I was in heaven eating it! They give you three pieces of fish. The breading for the fish is so full of flavor and the fish is very light! Even with a takeout order everything stayed hot and crisp! The sides were delicious as well. The candied yams are out of this world! They give you plenty of food, large portions! I had enough food leftover to enjoy later! I will definitely order food from Big Easy again. I am eager to try some other items on their menu. I highly recommend this restaurant! UPDATE: I returned a few weeks later to have lunch with my fiancé. He ordered the BBQ chicken with sides of rice and mashed potatoes. I ordered the fried basa again but this time with candied yams and collard greens. WOW is all I can say, everything tasted amazing! He was dying to know how they cook their chicken because he says it was cooked perfectly! We were both extremely satisfied and will definitely be back. The service is wonderful too! Plenty of seating inside. Highly recommend!
Soooo yummy. Great food, phenomenal dessert. Friendly service. A great experience. Thank you!
This is the best soul food I have had in about 20 years. I got a fried whiting platter with greens and Mac. i also got a side of yams. Everything was great. i didn't need any hot sauce. it was amazing
Wow, what a find, really! I happened to be in the area on business at lunch time two weeks ago and noticed a few people walking out with take out bags. Since I am always interested in hunting down new food, especially within several miles of my house, I Yelped this place up and looked at the photos and menu and went right in. This is a cafeteria style restaurant with eat in tables, but I suspect for lunch most of the business is take out. They had a variety of items you can choose a lunch combo from which usually includes a protein and two sides. I opted for the salmon, green beans and plain rice. There were many other options, like fried chicken, jerk chicken, etc. as well as many other sides like mac and cheese, yams, greens, salmon fried rice, etc. While waiting in line for my turn, the slices of carrot cake (various cakes were positioned on a table on the side of where the line forms) and I were having a staring competition, so I got two for "the kids". Finally while ordering my meal, the jerk chicken looked interesting so I got a side of that, expecting to have a piece at home and share the rest with my family (just to try it out to see if it was any good). My salmon was moist and flavorful, the green beans was cooked well and still maintained their crunch (don't forget this is cafeteria style so things are not cooked as you order) and the rice was super flavorful. Ate that in my car and was extremely happy. However, the amazement started when I got home. I tried a piece of the jerk chicken and was simply in awe that I never knew this place existed. I had one piece and when I returned a few hours later to try another, the entire portion was gone!! My wife told me it was the best chicken she has had in a long time. Now the carrot cake, not made there, was ridiculous as well. The icing was rich with a slight bit of tang. Of two pieces for "the kids" one ended up in my stomach and the other in my wife's! I returned today and got three orders of the the jerk chicken and they threw in one of the moistest most flavorful corn-breads I have had. Definitely my top 5. Unfortunately no carrot cake (thank Gd for my waistline). If you guys are reading this, your food kills it, thank you! If you happen to be in Trenton, live in Morrisville or Yardley, you are missing out if you don't try the Big Easy! Home style cooking with lots of attention to detail and lots of love and it tastes like it 100%
Just walking by, saw this place, didn't know it was there. Based on the side of Lobster mac and Cheese that I got today (first time here and already ate) I will certainly be going back. Food looked and smelled great. Looking forward to going back for some fish, rice, beans, and the turkey meatloaf with spinach and feta.