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Tuesday, June 22, 2021

Summertime Dining at the Meadowlands Racetrack

 

Meadowlands Racetrack

 

East Rutherford, NJ - Live racing happens every Friday and Saturday night at the Meadowlands Racetrack.  Post time is 6:20pm with a special 6pm post time on Saturday, July 17th for the Meadowlands Pace and 12 noon on Saturday, August 7th for the Hambletonian.

 

The summer weather is perfect for outdoor casual dining at our Backyard BBQ Grill & Bar.  The menu features freshly smoked ribs, brisket, pulled pork along with a variety of sides including classic mac-n-cheese, coleslaw and fries.  Cooked to order hamburgers and hotdogs are also available.

 

The Backyard BBQ Grill and Bar opens at 5 pm on Fridays and Saturdays weather permitting.

 

Guests looking to beat the heat and dine indoors have two great options.

 

The grandstand second floor Lounge features ala carte dining with a $35 table minimum.  The menu options including loaded nachos, crab cakes, carne asada tacos, wraps, salads, burgers and more. 

 

It opens for dining at 5pm on Fridays and 11 am on Saturdays. The full menu can be viewed here and reservations can be made by emailing victoryreservations@arkrestaurants.com.

 

Those looking for buffet dining are able to make reservations by calling 201-The-BigM (201-843-2446). The Friday buffet is $39.95 and $44.95 on Saturday.

 

Friday’s menu features a selection of fresh salads, fish and chips, Kentucky-style fried chicken with honey mustard sauce and rigatoni with mozzarella. Desserts include ice cream, apple pie and homemade cookies.

 

Saturday’s features a similar menu along with sliced sirloin with peppers.  The full menus can be viewed here.

 

Racing, dining and event details can always be found at PlayMeadowlands.com