Southside

Lakewood, NJ · Kosher restaurant

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in Lakewood
#20
of 172 restaurants
City Percentile
73%
rating percentile
Address
Southside, 315 Cedar Bridge Ave, Lakewood, NJ 08701
Phone
(732) 961-6126
Website
www.iwantsouthside.com
Status
Closed · Opens 2 PM Sun

Southside is a restaurant located in Lakewood, NJ. It is one of 172 restaurants listed in Lakewood. Its 4.8-star rating is above the Lakewood city average of 4.4 stars. It ranks #20 of 172 restaurants in Lakewood. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Southside

Southside is a premier and authentic smoke house that is proudly serving the Lakewood N.J. area and beyond . A good piece of smoked meat is a work of art — it takes time, talent, and know-how to get it right. Even if pitmasters disagree on the finer... More

Hours

SaturdayClosed

Customer Reviews

★★★☆☆ 3.0 BMFood · Feb 2026

I will start by saying that the service here is great. They are happy to help and the food comes quick. The problem I have here is that while some items are amazing (southside sandwich, hot honey chicken and more) other items just aren’t done right. I ordered the wings a while back (expecting good smoked wings from this type of joint) but they were dry and shriveled, seemed not fresh. I chalked it up to them having an off day and recently gave them another chance. While the seasoning was incredible, they were again completely dry and not juicy at all. Big disappointment. Nachos were also disappointing. That being said it’s a good spot if you know what to order. There also isn’t a lot of seating so it fills up quickly, although when it’s quiet it’s a nice place to sit.

★★★★★ 5.0 Moran Marsel Buhnik · Jan 2026

We had an amazing meal here with our family of six, and every single plate was empty - which says everything 😊 Each of my kids chose their own favorite, and everyone loved their food. Burgers, hot dogs, brisket, onion rings - all super fresh and delicious. The atmosphere was relaxed and family-friendly, and the service was great. We spent about $150 for all six of us, which is very reasonable for such a filling and tasty meal. Definitely coming back!

★★★★★ 5.0 Meir G · Oct 2025

I've been to Southside Steakhouse a few times now, and honestly, it's just great every single time. It’s my absolute favorite steakhouse! The place has a really nice atmosphere. It feels cozy and high-end, which is perfect for a special dinner, but mostly I go for the food. And the food is the best part. I've tried a few of their different steak cuts, and they are seriously among the best I've ever gotten—super tender, cooked perfectly, and full of flavor. The main courses are definitely the reason to go. The staff is really friendly and on top of things, too. Yeah, it’s a little expensive, but it's totally worth it for the great food and overall excellent experience. I highly recommend it

★★★★★ 5.0 Chani · Mar 2026

Super allergy friendly! Chef Yitzi was so accommodating and helped us with all the gluten free options. Have never had such a variety! Really recommend for all my fellow gluten free friends🧡

★★★★★ 5.0 Jilbert Neman, DDS · Dec 2025

Fantastic BBQ Spot with excellent cuts of meat smoked to perfection and served with minimal frills in a laid back environment. Helpful and knowledgeable staff.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Restroom ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Seating

Services

Kosher restaurantBarbecue restaurantDeliDelivery serviceFast food restaurantTakeout RestaurantSandwich shop

Top Restaurants in Lakewood

NameRatingReviews
Next Level Taste★★★★★ 5.020 reviews
Nicki’s★★★★★ 5.020 reviews
MAZON★★★★★ 5.020 reviews
Grassfed Glatt★★★★★ 5.020 reviews
Agripas Street★★★★★ 4.920 reviews
The Green Bowl of Lakewood★★★★★ 4.920 reviews
The Circle Children's Magazine★★★★★ 4.920 reviews
Yerushalmi Lakewood★★★★★ 4.920 reviews
The Loft Steakhouse - Jersey★★★★★ 4.920 reviews
Grill Time★★★★★ 4.920 reviews

This listing is informational. Contact the business directly to verify credentials, services, and availability.