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1. Matisse 167
4.7
Exceptional(1272)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary American • Rutherford
Booked 5 times today
Think of us for artful cuisine and a great dining experience! We are your preferred "Bring Your Own Bottle" BYOB destination for special occasions, milestones, small corporate parties and get togethers. Chef Greg's acclaimed, seasonal four-course Prix-Fixe Menu is offered Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Our garden patio awaits you for a delightful outdoor dining experience. Matisse's elegant main dining room is adorned with Matisse silhouettes and bejeweled chandeliers, and our front dining room displays a Moroccan themed decor. Our team looks forward to providing you and your guests with excellent cuisine, great service, and a special evening to remember!
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2. Elia
4.8
Exceptional(3250)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • East Rutherford
Booked 48 times today
A unique dining experience in an authentic atmosphere. Step through our doors and feel as if you have been transported to a Mediterranean island.
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3. Vesta Wood-Fired
4.5
Awesome(379)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • East Rutherford
Booked 18 times today
classic & jersey italian provisions, & local seasonally inspired dishes prepared on our wood-fired grille & hearth.
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4. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas
4.6
Exceptional(1394)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Clifton
Booked 31 times today
Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas set out with the goal of introducing a wonderful breadth of world-class international wine that is paired with an expansive Italian, small plate menu. Our wine list and food menu are thoughtfully prepared and selected by a team that strives to introduce our guests to new, fresh Italian flavors.Wine is Spuntino’s second name! With over 50 wines by the glass, over 150 by the bottle, four wines on tap, and three wine flights offered daily, Spuntino really does have something for everyone.
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5. Woodcroft Steakhouse & Seafood
4.6
Exceptional(243)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Nutley
Booked 7 times today
A traditional steakhouse experience with a modern twist, Woodcroft Steakhouse & Seafood has all the sophistication of an established steakhouse yet its rustic charm gives it a funky edge on the rest. Woodcroft Steakhouse & Seafood believes in serving premium quality beef in a simple manner allowing the true flavours to shine and be appreciated. If Steak is not your preference, the menu at Woodcroft Steakhouse & Seafood also includes seafood, poultry and vegetarian dishes that are designed to tantalise and satisfy all tastebuds.
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6. Jarana New Jersey - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar
4.8
Exceptional(308)
Price: Expensive
• Peruvian • East Rutherford
Booked 44 times today
JARANA is a vibrant Peruvian cuisine and pisco bar located in the Esplanade at Aventura, South Florida. It celebrates Peru's culinary heritage with an authentic yet approachable menu that blends traditional recipes with global influences, particularly from Japanese, Chinese, and Italian cuisines. The restaurant embodies the spirit of a lively Peruvian celebration, or 'jarana,' featuring abundant food, music, and spirited drinks. A highlight is its extensive beverage program centered around pisco, offering classic cocktails and a selection of wines and local craft beers. Open daily for lunch, dinner, and late-night dining, JARANA provides a welcoming atmosphere that showcases the warmth of Peruvian hospitality.
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7. Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar
4.1
Excellent(109)
Price: Expensive
• American • Hackensack
Booked 7 times today
The Ivy Inn Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place for a date night or celebratory dinner with your partner. Sit by the fireplace indoors and listen to the live piano player while you enjoy a meal of roasted rack of lamb or grilled veal chop served in a mushroom cognac cream sauce. During nice weather, sit out on the patio that is surrounded by greenery for privacy and dine on broiled Canadian salmon or the blackened Louisiana catfish served with a spicy tomato salsa. While the mood is intimate, children are welcome at the Ivy Inn and menu items for them include penne pasta with butter, three mini sliders or a pizzette.The Ivy Inn offers a global selection of both red and white wines. For those that are more adventurous, there are tasting options on the menu which present you with a sampling of three distinctly different wines.
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8. Carnegie Diner & Café – 700 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
4.5
Awesome(208)
Price: Moderate
• American • Secaucus
Booked 21 times today
WE ARE OPEN !!!New York City's Carnegie Diner & Cafe came to New Jersey !!! Our landmark restaurant will brink you the freshly made food daily from 7 am to 11 pm... We only use Organic Eggs, Organic Burgers & Organic Chicken.You have to try our PASTRAMI Sandwich!!!Executive Chef/Owner Stathis Antonakopoulos high standards of culinary creations, will elevate your diner experience in new levels.
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9. Fanny's
4.7
Exceptional(106)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Montclair
Booked 12 times today
Old School, New School Italian. Craft Cocktails & Curated Italian Wine List. Family Owned and Operated.
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10. Tango Steak
4.4
Awesome(90)
Price: Expensive
• Argentinean • Rutherford
Booked 3 times today
Tango Steak brings you the best steak in town along with amazing cocktails and tapas. Perfect for a date night or any celebration. Beautiful Outdoor seating area. Very cozy inside and an amazing bar.

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