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1. Nice Matin

4.6

Exceptional(4810)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Upper West Side

Booked 58 times today

For nearly two decades, Nice Matin has been the Upper West Sides most elegant, beautifully designed and sophisticated dining destination. Featuring a Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning Wine List and an extraordinary, inventive, French Provençal-inspired menu created by Chef Andy D'Amico, who was named "Best Chef" by New York Magazine food editor Gillian Duffy, Nice Matin is the essential French Brasserie and Wine Destination of the Upper West Side.

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2. Sarabeth's West

4.5

Awesome(2001)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Upper West Side

Booked 11 times today

Posh chain serving American fare, including breakfast, lunch, dessert and dinner all week long. Brunch on weekends. Significant seating is reserved for walk-ins, so feel free to visit the restaurant in person.

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3. Prime 259

4.8

Exceptional(85)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River Edge

Booked 7 times today

With 20 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us. Upscale American Dining! In the heart of Bergen County. Offering a great atmosphere and outdoor dining! Full bar and extensive wine list available.

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4. Rustica Lounge Bar & Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(533)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cliffside Park

Rustica delivers a unique fine-dining experience to diners with discerning tastes & Live Entertaiment for four days a week. Trained in Italy, our Chef infuses classic northern Italian recipes with new-age American flavors. made with locally sourced ingredients, our guests can take their taste buds on a journey via our wide range of seasonal seafood dishes, steaks, pasta in an elegant and cozy environment surrounded by original, hand-crafted artwork and live melodies always in the air. Live Music Schedule: Thursday Nights (7-10 pm), Acoustic Latin Band, Friday and Saturday Nights (7-10:30 pm), Live jazz band with vocals , Sundays (11- 3 pm ) Brunch Jazz duo on stage. Rustica is now serving in both Skylight Patio Garden and Indoors with combined total of over 300 seat capacity suitable for any kind of Events and Gatherings, Birthdays, Baby Showers, Bridal Showers, Rehersal Dinners, Weddings, Corporate Events and many more. We look forward to creating memories with you.

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5. Grissini

4.7

Exceptional(880)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Englewood

Booked 11 times today

Rated "Excellent" and called an "East Coast Spago," by Zagat, we offer Nouvelle Italian cuisine.

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6. Biggie's

4.9

Exceptional(389)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Carlstadt

Booked 6 times today

At Biggie’s we are guided by a set of values and principles, honed by members of our family since 1946, that empower our staff to provide you with an excellent dining experience. Biggie’s has always stood for tradition, quality, consistency, stability and a firm commitment to our customers, our employees, our suppliers and our community.

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7. True Food Kitchen - Hackensack

4.2

Awesome(697)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hackensack

Booked 14 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. Our menu features food and drinks crafted with nutrient-dense ingredients and carefully sourced proteins from the world’s most responsible and sustainable growers, farmers and producers. Expand your palate with our Edamame Dumplings, grab a bite of comfort food with our Grass-fed Burger or Lasagna Bolognese, or enjoy lighter fare with our O.G. Tuscan Kale Salad with Grilled Sustainable Salmon. Regardless of the occasion, we know our Hackensack guests leave feeling energized, satisfied and most importantly, feeling great. Located in Hackensack at The Shops at Riverside, next to Bloomingdale's, off of New Jersey State Highway. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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8. Villa Amalfi

4.6

Exceptional(172)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Cliffside Park

Booked 1 time today

Upscale Italian restaurant with classic furnishing, old school white table clothes, and delicious dishes rooted from the Amalfi Coast

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9. Bareli's Restaurant - Secaucus

4.8

Exceptional(1008)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Secaucus

Booked 1 time today

Conveniently located on busy Route 3 in Secaucus NJ, just minutes from the Meadowlands Complex, Giants Stadium, and New York City. Bareli’s is the area’s finest Italian/Continental restaurant since 1986. An award winning wine list complements a menu prepared from highest quality ingredients. Let our award winning chef prepare your favorite dish to your specifications. Food fit for royalty with great service and a comfortable atmosphere.

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10. Mexcal

4.4

Awesome(83)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Englewood

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to "Mexcal Tequila Bar," Nestled in the heart of Englewood, New Jersey our tequila bar is not just a destination; it's an experience that transcends boundaries.At Mexcal , we've redefined the traditional tequila bar, introducing a modern twist to classic Mexican dishes. Our culinary artisans infuse local New Mexican ingredients with authentic Mexican flavors, crafting a menu that tantalizes taste buds and sparks the spirit of adventure.Step into our haven and discover a world of over 50 meticulously curated brands of tequila and mezcal, each bottle telling a story of craftsmanship and tradition. From the earthy notes of aged añejos to the smoky essence of rare mezcals, our extensive selection invites you to embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of agave spirits.So, join us at Mexcal, where every sip, every bite, and every moment is an invitation to experience the extraordinary blend of tradition and innovation.

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Kathy
Las Vegas •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
4of us went to celebrate Valentines Day. They did have a special menu, not the regular one. It was a 3 course meal. Had a choice of multiple appetizers dinner and dessert. All were outstanding! Food is absolutely delicious! Service was excellent. Always a great choice to go out to dinner here
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Il VillaggioPrice: Expensive• Italian• Carlstadt
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5
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Maria
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our favorite! Always a great meal. Never disappoints
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True Food Kitchen - HackensackPrice: Moderate• American• Hackensack
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4.2
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Patricia
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 8, 2025
Excellent service , great ambiance, food and drinks were outstanding!
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Sugar BarPrice: Moderate• Comfort Food• Upper West Side
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4.6
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SebastianVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 17, 2025
If you like Colombian food, then you'll love this place. We enjoyed well done chicharrón, chorizo, rice, beans, maduros, a perfectly fried whole fish - red snapper, tostones, and a variety of other dishes. While it can get quite crowded, the food and drinks are worth it. I had a passion fruit mojito that was delicious,and also tried the red sangria, which stood out as one of the best I’ve had, even compared to other Colombian and Cuban spots.
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Noches de Colombia - HackensackPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Hackensack
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4.9
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KamleshVIP
New York City •24 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
The food is always good at Mama sushi, I love the Christmas decorations and appreciated the fact that we we sat near the Christmas tree. The food was delicious & food was ordered to go as well.
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Mama SushiPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Hamilton
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4.5

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