MJ's at Buttonwood Manor Menu (Updated September 2025)
Welcome to MJ's at Buttonwood Manor, a charming American restaurant nestled beside the serene Lake Lefferts in Matawan, NJ. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, the venue combines an expansive porch dining experience with stunning views of the water, making it an ideal spot for a delightful meal or even a special event.
The menu here is a diverse celebration of flavors, featuring mouthwatering options such as MJ* Wings—available both boneless and on the bone—with a choice of sauces that invite you to mix and match. For sushi aficionados, the extensive Sushi Menu includes favorites like salmon and tuna rolls prepared with fresh ingredients, proving that even a non-specialty restaurant can hold its own in the Asian cuisine arena.
In reviews, customers have voiced their satisfaction, highlighting dishes like the Hanger Steak Sandwich and Seared Ahi Tuna, both praised for their generous portions and impeccable preparation. With attentive service and live music adding to the lively ambience, MJ's creates not just a meal, but an experience that invites guests to return and savor every moment. Whether you're here for a quick lunch or a special dinner, MJ's at Buttonwood Manor captures the essence of dining with charm and flavor.
The Taco Stand
Crispy Fish
In a flour tortilla topped with a slightly spicy slaw, pico de gallo, chipotle mayo, finished with cilantro cream sauce
US$14.99Mesquite Chicken
In a flour tortilla topped with shredded lettuce, pico de gallo, chipotle mayo, finished with cilantro cream sauce
US$14.99Marinated Grilled Shrimp
In a flour tortilla topped with a slightly spicy slaw, pico de gallo, chipotle mayo, finished with cilantro cream sauce
US$14.99Pulled Pork
In a flour tortilla topped with creamy coleslaw
US$14.99Barbacoa Pork
Authentic mexican seasoned pork in a corn tortilla topped with diced white onion & fresh cilantro, garnished with sliced radish
US$14.99Entrees
Chicken Francaise
Dusted in seasoned flour, batter-dipped and sauteed with fresh shallots, white wine, lemon juice, fresh parsley and whole butter, served with herb rice and vegetables.
US$26.99Fire Braised Ribs
2/3 rack of juicy, fall off the bone fire braised ribs, smothered in our house made BBQ. Served with seasoned fries and coleslaw.
US$26.99MJ's Signature Sirloin
10oz. center cut filet of sirloin, topped with garlic butter, served with roasted garlic mashed potatoes and sauteed mixed vegetables.
US$29.99Chicken Stir Fry
Boneless chicken breast sauteed in a teriyaki based sauce with carrots, broccoli, green beans, and bok choy, served with herb rice.
US$26.99Drunken Chicken Parm
Breaded and fried golden brown, topped with homemade pink vodka sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, served over capellini pasta.
US$26.99Honey Garlic Salmon
Pan-seared and topped with honey garlic sauce, served with herb rice and sauteed mixed vegetables
US$29.99Fish-N-Chips
Batter-dipped haddock fillet, served with steak fries, creamy coleslaw and remoulade sauce.
US$26.99Chicken And Broccoli On Angel Hair
Julienne pieces of chicken breast sauteed with fresh garlic, broccoli florets and fresh herbs in our white wine sauce, finished with pecorino romano cheese, served over capellini pasta.
US$26.99Rigatoni Vodka
Pasta tossed with chopped plum tomato, sliced green onion and our famous vodka sauce, finished with shaved pecorino romano cheese.
US$22.99Sushi Menu - Appetizers
Edamame
Fresh steamed soy beans tossed with sea salt
US$8.00Tuna Or Salmon Tartar
Chopped salmon or tuna, avocado, scallion & special spicy sauce
US$13.00Spicy Tuna Pizza
Spicy tuna topped with guacamole, onion & pepper on top of crispy flatbread with spicy mayo
US$15.00Peppered Tuna Salad
Sliced seared peppered tuna over mixed greens garnished with ponzu sauce
US$17.00Signature Sandwiches
Our "Famous" Sliced Steak
Hanger steak, cook to your order, served on a slice of garlic focaccia bread, topped with sauteed peppers and onions, melted provolone cheese and crispy onion rings, finished with a drizzle of mango-habanero wing sauce.
US$19.99Crispy Fried Chicken
Served on a hard roll with lettuce, tomato, sliced pickles and chipotle mayo.
US$17.99Classic Cheese Steak
Sliced steak sauteed with bell peppers & onions, topped with melted provolone cheese, served on a hero roll.
US$17.99California Cheese Steak
Sliced steak sauteed with bell peppers & onions, topped with melted provolone cheese, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato and mayonnaise, served on a hero roll.
US$18.99Low And Slow Pulled Pork
Pork butt rubbed with our house seasoning and roasted low and slow, pulled & tossed in our homemade chipotle bbq sauce and caramelized onions, served on a kaiser roll, topped with creamy coleslaw.
US$17.99Spicy Fried Chicken
Served on a hard roll with spicy slaw, tomato, ghost pepper cheese and hot honey.
US$17.99Open Faced Big Reuben
Corned beef and pastrami with sauerkraut and melted swiss cheese, served over toasted rye bread with homemade russian dressing.
US$18.99Sushi Menu - Traditional Rolls
Tuna
Tuna avocado cucumber scallions crispy onions and ponzu sauce.
US$10.00Eel With Cucumber Or Avocado
US$11.00Sweet Potato Roll
US$7.00Rainbow Roll
California roll inside, topped with salmon, tuna. whitefish, yellowtail, avocado
US$17.00Salmon
Salmon spicy kani salad avocado cucumber crispy onions and sriracha aioli.
US$10.00Salmon Tempura With Cucumber
US$11.00Shrimp Tempura
US$11.00Dragon Cut Roll
Eel & cucumber topped with avocado
US$14.00California
Kani [crab stick], avocado & cucumber
US$10.00Alaska
Salmon & avocado
US$11.00Philadelphia
Smoked salmon & cream cheese
US$10.00Spider
Soft shell crab with avocado
US$12.00Cucumber Roll
US$7.00Yellowtail
Yellowtail tuna avocado cucumber jalapeno scallions masago and ponzu sauce.
US$11.00Specialty Salads
Kale And Golden Beet
Fresh kale tossed in a homemade poppy seed dressing with chick peas, sliced almonds, shaved brussel sprouts, goat cheese, craisins and golden beets.
US$14.99Pepper-Crusted Ahi Tuna
Romaine lettuce and mixed baby greens tossed in a light ginger-soy dressing with shaved carrot, cucumber, tomato and sliced scallions, topped with black pepper-crusted sashimi-grade ahi tuna, cooked rare to medium-rare and finished with kabayaki sauce and wasabi aioli.
US$20.99Crisp Apple
Mixed baby greens, sliced granny smith apples, sun-dried cranberries, spiced walnuts and crumbled blue cheese, tossed with balsamic vinaigrette.
US$13.99The Double Wedge
Iceberg lettuce wedges topped with maytag blue cheese dressing, crisp bacon, served with plum tomato wedges and finished with blue cheese crumbles.
US$13.99MJ's Caesar
Romaine lettuce tossed with caesar dressing, croutons, fire-roasted red peppers and shaved pecorino romano cheese.
US$13.99MJ*S Hanger Steak
Mixed baby greens tossed in balsamic vinaigrette with dried cranberries, spiced walnuts, sliced granny smith apple, goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes, topped with sliced hanger steak, grilled to order, finished with balsamic glaze.
US$21.99Santorini Greek
Romaine lettuce, cherry tomato, bell pepper, cucumber, sliced red onion, kalamata olives, and feta cheese with mediterranean vinaigrette.
US$13.99Sushi Menu - Hawaiian Inspired Poke Bowls
Shrimp
Shrimp, spicy kani salad, avocado, mango, cucumber, masago & ponzu sauce
US$19.00Yellowtail
Yellowtail, avocado, cucumber, jalapeno, scallions. masago & ponzu sauce
US$19.00Vegetarian
Avocado, cucumber, mango, carrot, crispy onions & ponzu sauce
US$16.00Salmon
Salmon, spicy kani salad, avocado, cucumber, crispy onions & sriracha aioli
US$19.00Tuna
Tuna, avocado, cucumber, scallions, crispy onions & ponzu sauce
US$19.00Sushi Menu - Love Boat For Two
Love Boat For Two
10 piece sushi, 18 piece sashimi plus California roll, spicy tuna & dragon roll
US$80.00Starters-Sliders (2)
Chicken Club
breaded chicken, shoulder bacon, pepper-jack cheese, lettuce, tomato & jalapeno-ranch dressing.
US$12.99Pulled Pork
Tossed with chipotle bbq sauce, topped with creamy coleslaw.
US$16.99Angus Beef
Topped with american cheese and caramelized onions.
US$16.99Garlic Bread Meatball
served on garlic bread, topped with mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce and fresh basil.
US$16.99Beverages
Unsweetened Iced Tea
US$4.19Juice
US$4.19Bottled Water
US$3.00Hot Regular Or Decaf Tea
US$3.09Stewart's Root Beer
US$4.19Chocolate Milk
US$3.79Red Bull
US$4.00Brewed Regular Or Decaf Coffee
US$1.99Milk
US$3.99Soda
US$4.19Lemonade
US$4.19Sushi Menu - Naruto
Salmon
Salmon spicy kani salad avocado cucumber crispy onions and sriracha aioli.
US$15.00Tuna
Tuna avocado cucumber scallions crispy onions and ponzu sauce.
US$15.00Soups
Homemade Chili (CUP)
Topped with diced white onion, cheddar and monterey jack cheese & jalapenos.
US$6.99Shrimp & Lobster Bisque
Served in a bread bowl
US$10.49Homemade Chili (BOWL)
Topped with diced white onion, cheddar and monterey jack cheese & jalapenos.
US$8.49Three-On-Four Onion Soup
Swiss, provolone mozzarella melted on our four onion soup with a crispy crouton.
US$8.49Burgers
Black Bean Burger
Homemade vegetarian burger with black beans, bell peppers, diced onion and a mix of spices topped with homemade guacamole, pico de gallo, fresh grilled jalapenos and green leaf lettuce.
US$17.99Classic CheeseBurger
Topped with choice of American, cheddar, bleu, pepper-jack, provolone, smoked gouda, Swiss or mozzarella cheese with lettuce, tomato and thinly-sliced red onion.
US$16.99Volcano Burger
Our signature 10 oz. burger topped with smoked shoulder bacon, shredded lettuce, caramelized onions, fried green tomatoes, melted spicy ghost pepper cheese and spicy habanero mayo, served with sweet potato tots.
US$18.99Mushroom, Caramelized Red Onion & Smoked Gouda
Served on a toasted Kaiser roll.
US$17.99Classic Burger
Cooked to your order, topped with lettuce, tomato and thinly-sliced red onion.
US$15.99Bacon Cheddar
With chipotle mayo on the side.
US$17.99Green-Chile Pepper-Jack Turkey Burger
A mixture of fresh-ground turkey and our secret recipe seasoning blend, topped with roasted poblano peppers, sauteed onions and melted pepper-jack cheese.
US$17.99Mj*S Famous "Original" Big Burger
Our signature 10 oz. ground angus burger topped with smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, sliced pickles, frizzled onions, melted pepper-jack cheese and chipotle mayo.
US$18.99Sushi Menu - Sushi 7 Sashimi
YellowTail
Yellowtail tuna avocado cucumber jalapeno scallions masago and ponzu sauce.
US$6.00Shrimp
Shrimp spicy kani salad avocado mango cucumber masago and ponzu sauce.
US$5.00Eel
US$6.00Smoked Salmon
US$6.00Salmon
Salmon spicy kani salad avocado cucumber crispy onions and sriracha aioli.
US$6.00White Tuna
US$6.00Octopus
US$6.00Tuna
Tuna avocado cucumber scallions crispy onions and ponzu sauce.
US$6.00Red Snapper
US$6.00Crab Stick
US$5.00Squid
US$6.00Starters
Handmade Philly Cheese Steak Eggrolls
With sauteed onion peppers and cheese rolled in an egg roll wrapper and deep-fried.
US$14.99Guacamole & Chips
Fresh, homemade guacamole and fire-roasted tomato salsa, served with fresh-cut corn tortilla chips.
US$14.99MJ*S Nachos
Tortilla chips topped with cheese sauce, shredded lettuce, black olives, grilled jalapenos, chopped tomato, toasted corn and white onions, finished with homemade salsa verde and sour cream. served with your choice of chili (on the side) or mesquite chicken.
US$15.99Seared Ahi Tuna
Sashimi-grade tuna, coated with finely ground black pepper and panseared rare, served with spicy asian slaw, kabayaki sauce and wasabi aioli.
US$17.99MJ*S Hot & Spicy Shrimp
Sauteed in a cross between traditional scampi and spicy New Orleans, served with garlic bread.
US$17.99Mozzarella Sticks (6)
Served with homemade marinara sauce.
US$11.99Quesadillas
Choice of mesquite chicken or grilled vegetables in a folded flour tortilla, grilled with shredded cheddar & Monterey jack cheese, sliced scallions, and pico de gallo, served with salsa and sour cream on the side.
US$15.99MJ*S Bavarian Pretzel
Toasty, warm oversized soft pretzel topped with a sprinkle of coarse sea salt, served with spicy cheese sauce and whole grain mustard
US$14.99Fried Calamari
Dusted in seasoned flour and fried, served with spicy marinara sauce.
US$17.99Sushi Menu - Salads
Seaweed Salad
Seaweed tossed with sesame
US$7.00Avocado Salad
US$9.00Spicy Kani Salad
Crab stick, cucumber & spicy mayo
US$11.00Ika Salad
Marinated squid served with cucumber & ponzu sauce
US$10.00For The Kids
Plain Pizza
US$9.99Pasta Marinara
US$9.99Mozzarella Sticks & Fries
US$9.99Grilled Cheese & Fries
US$9.99Hot Dog & Fries
US$9.99Mac-N-Cheese
US$9.99Chicken Fingers & Fries
US$9.99Burger & Fries
US$9.99MJ's Gourmet Pizza
Buffalo Chicken 10"
Chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with shredded mozzarella
US$17.00MJ* Deluxe 10"
Sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, white onion & mushroom
US$16.00Hot & Spicy Shrimp 12"
Mozzarella cheese & shrimp sauteed in a cross between spicy New Orleans and traditional garlic scampi sauce
US$21.00MJ* Deluxe 16"
Sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, white onion & mushroom
US$23.00Hot & Spicy Shrimp 10"
Mozzarella cheese & shrimp sauteed in a cross between spicy New Orleans and traditional garlic scampi sauce
US$18.00MJ* Deluxe 12"
Sausage, pepperoni, bell peppers, white onion & mushroom
US$19.00Honey Thai Chicken 12"
Fried chicken, mozzarella, bacon, honey Thai sauce & ranch dressing
US$20.00Chicken Parmesan 16"
Breaded chicken, tomato sauce, ricotta and shredded mozzarella dreaded finished with grated parmigiano cheese and fresh parsley
US$24.00Eggplant 12"
Breaded eggplant, tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella finished with grated parmigiano and fresh parsley chicken
US$19.00Mj*S Signature Granny (Square) [Large Only]
Thin crust, fresh mozzarella and plum tomato sauce finished with grated parmigiano and dried oregano
US$22.00Margherita 10"
Fresh mozzarella, plum tomato sauce finished with fresh basil and grated parmigiano cheese
US$13.00Vegetarian 16"
Grilled zucchini, squash, portabella, eggplant & red peppers
US$21.00Eggplant 16"
Breaded eggplant, tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella finished with grated parmigiano and fresh parsley
US$23.00Penne Vodka 12"
Penne pasta tossed with vodka sauce and shredded mozzarella finished with parmigiano cheese and fresh parsley
US$19.00Eggplant 10"
Breaded eggplant, tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella finished with grated parmigiano and fresh parsley
US$16.00Penne Vodka 16"
Penne pasta tossed with vodka sauce and shredded mozzarella finished with parmigiano cheese and fresh parsley
US$23.00Buffalo Chicken 12"
Chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with shredded mozzarella
US$20.00Vegetarian 10"
Grilled zucchini, squash, portabella, eggplant & red peppers
US$13.00Honey Thai Chicken 10"
Fried chicken, mozzarella, bacon, honey Thai sauce & ranch dressing
US$17.00Margherita 16"
Fresh mozzarella, plum tomato sauce finished with fresh basil and grated parmigiano cheese
US$21.00Chicken Parmesan 10"
Breaded chicken, tomato sauce, ricotta and shredded mozzarella dreaded finished with grated parmigiano cheese and fresh parsley
US$17.00Special 10"
Sausage and bell peppers
US$13.00Plain 10"
US$11.50Vegetarian 12"
Grilled zucchini, squash, portabella, eggplant & red peppers
US$17.00Penne Vodka 10"
Penne pasta tossed with vodka sauce and shredded mozzarella finished with parmigiano cheese and fresh parsley
US$16.00Hot & Spicy Shrimp 16"
Mozzarella cheese & shrimp sauteed in a cross between spicy New Orleans and traditional garlic scampi sauce
US$25.00Margherita 12"
Fresh mozzarella, plum tomato sauce finished with fresh basil and grated parmigiano cheese
US$17.00Special 12"
Sausage and bell peppers
US$17.00Plain 12"
US$14.50Special 16"
Sausage and bell peppers
US$21.00Chicken Parmesan 12"
Breaded chicken, tomato sauce, ricotta and shredded mozzarella dreaded finished with grated parmigiano cheese and fresh parsley
US$20.00Honey Thai Chicken 16"
Fried chicken, mozzarella, bacon, honey Thai sauce & ranch dressing
US$24.00Buffalo Chicken 16"
Chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with shredded mozzarella
US$24.00Plain 16"
US$17.60MJ* Wings
On The Bone (12)
Mix and match two sauces
US$18.99On The Bone (6)
Mix and match two sauces
US$12.99Boneless (8)
Mix and match two sauces
US$13.99Wraps
Buffalo Chicken
Tossed with spicy buffalo wing sauce, lettuce, tomato and blue cheese dressing.
US$17.99Honey-Thai Chicken
Pieces of breaded chicken tossed in our sweet & spicy honey-Thai sauce with lettuce, red onion, avocado, rice and ranch dressing.
US$17.99Blackened Chicken Caesar
Dusted with creole seasoning, wrapped with our famous Caesar salad and roasted red peppers.
US$17.99California Shrimp
Avocado, lettuce, tomato, shredded cheese and chipotle mayo.
US$18.99Sandwiches- Panini
Grilled Vegetable
Grilled zucchini, summer squash, eggplant, portabella mushroom, roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella and balsamic vinaigrette.
US$16.99Chicken BLT
Bacon, lettuce, tomato and chipotle mayo
US$17.99Chicken Italiano
Breaded and topped with sauteed spinach, roasted red peppers and fresh mozzarella, with garlic aioli.
US$17.99Sushi Menu - Specialty Rolls
Godzilla Roll
Snow crab, mango & asparagus, topped with spicy tuna & avocado, served with spicy sauce
US$17.00Best Tuna Roll Ever
Peppered tuna & avocado, topped with spicy tuna, tempura crunch & masago, served with spicy mayo & honey wasabi mayo
US$17.00White Lotus Roll
Shrimp tempura and cucumber, topped with crab meat & spicy lobster salad, served with spicy mayo & sweet chili sauce
US$17.00For Your Eyes Only
Yellowtail, tuna, salmon, cucumber, avocado, & crab meat wrapped in special nori [seaweed sheet], topped with king crab
US$18.00Mt. Fuji Roll
Snow crab, spicy tuna, spicy salmon, cucumber & tempura crunch, topped with avocado & wasabi tobiko, served with spicy mayo
US$18.00Kiss Of The Dragon Roll
Salmon, avocado & tempura crunch, topped with white tuna & jalapenos, served with spicy mayo, sweet chili & hot sauce
US$17.00Tsunami Roll
Spicy tuna & cucumber, topped with spicy shrimp, avocado, jalapeno & scallion, served with sriracha aioli
US$17.00Crouching Tiger/Hidden Dragon Roll
Shrimp impura & cucumber, sopped with salmon, crab acu salad & avocado, served with honey wasabi mayo sauce
US$17.00Drunken' Angry Lobster Roll
Spicy lobster salad, avocado, cucumber & tempura crunch, topped with fresh tuna, served with sweet chili sauce
US$18.00Turning Japanese Roll
Shrimp tempura & cucumber, topped with shrimp, avocado, masago, scallions, served with wasabi mayo sauce & eel sauce
US$17.00American Dream Roll
Spicy salmon, avocado & tempura crunch, topped with spicy lobster salad & chef's special sauce
US$17.00Krakatoa Volcano Roll
Salmon, white tuna, cucumber & tempura crunch, topped with crab meat, served with spicy sauce & red tobiko
US$18.00From Japan With Love
King crab, shrimp & avocado topped with salmon, spicy tuna & yellowtail, served with spicy mayo
US$18.00You Only Live Twice Roll
Spicy tuna, spicy white tuna & tempura crunch, topped with avocado & wasabi caviar, served with spicy mayo
US$17.00Komodo Dragon Roll
Spicy lobster salad, shrimp tempura, kani & exumber wrapped with soy bean nori, topped with avocado, served with spicy Mayes
US$18.00Surf N' Turf [Reef N' Beef]
Spicy tuna & avocado, topped with ng strip steak, served with sweet chili & teriyaki sauce
US$18.00Mj*S Signature Roll
Shrimp tempura, snow crab, spicy tuna, avocado, cucumber, & tempura crunch wrapped in soy bean nori topped with lobster salad
US$18.00Sides
Crispy Seasoned Fries Or Steak Fries
US$6.99Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
US$6.99Extra Dressing, Sauce
US$2.00Sweet Potato Tots
US$6.99Side Herb Rice
US$5.99Side Steak Fries
US$6.99Side Fries
US$6.99Sauteed Mixed Vegetables
US$6.99Onion Rings
US$7.99MJ*S Homemade Potato Chips
With ranch dressing
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