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hen it comes to dining, Metropolitan New Jersey has so much to bring to the table—that is why we are bringing you The Table. Our area boasts a vast diversity of cuisine, ambiance and concepts— reflective of our richly diverse demographics—and there are so many delicious places to choose from. Whether you want something new or something classic, you will never run out of delectable options here in Metropolitan New Jersey. This guide is intended to provide our readers with a tasting of some of the best our area has to offer when it comes to eating—and with the information you need to make choices that will w please your palate!
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AVE, Back cover Axia Taverna, 21 Bazzarelli’s Restaurant, 16 Chart House, 5 Chevys Fresh Mex, 15 Chit Chat Creative Caterers, 25 Elegant Desserts, 17 Finch’s Restaurant, 22 Did you know that New Jersey has some of the most restaurants and eateries Gabriel’s, 17 per capita in the country? We certainly were not surprised to learn this! Houlihan’s, 19 Il Villaggio, 3 The offerings in this guide are of a wide range, as we present you with eateries, La Reggia Ristorante, 21 four-star ranked restaurants, event venues, pizzerias, diners, caterers for your Legal Sea Foods, 13 own events, pub fare and of course a multiplicity of ethnic cuisine. In the Lincoln Harbor, Inside front cover directory listings, we share with you the contact information as well as other - Chart House vital details for each of the restaurants/eateries. - Houlihan’s The Table keeps our audience informed on what is being served up at the tables - Jack Austin’s Eat & Drink of our local restaurants and we hope that you will keep this guide handy when - Ruth’s Chris Steak House you are looking for your next dining choice. Perhaps you will find a new local Martini Grill, 13 gem right in your backyard—please let us know about your experiences at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment, 19 these restaurants and also let us know if you have a favorite place that we should Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, 17 include next time. Morton’s Steakhouse, 1 Nanina’s in The Park, Inside Back Cover We thank you for coming to The Table and we of course invite you back for NJ Beer Company, 9 our next edition in 2017. Enjoy! Oceanos, 7 Judith Ross, Vice President, jross@meadowlands.org Olive Garden, 22 The Park Savoy, Inside Back Cover Redd’s Restaurant & Bar, 21 Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn, 28 Spuntino, 19 Stony Hill Inn, 23 Taverna Mykonos, 7 The Oceanaire Seafood Room, 9 The Plaza at Harmon Meadow, 11 The MRC/MLCVB received funding through a grant from the NJ Department of The Shannon Rose, 13 State, Division of Travel & Tourism www.visitnj.org • 201.343.8862 • theoceanaire.com
PRIME STEAKS. LEGENDARY SERVICE. The Shops at Riverside | One Riverside Sqaure 201.487.07601 | mortons.com/hackensack
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BELLEVILLE Nanina’s in the Park 540 Mill Street (973) 751-1230 naninasinthepark.com See our ad inside back cover
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CARLSTADT The Balcony 491 Broad Street (201) 933-0071 thebalconylounge.com Biggies Clam Bar 430 Route 17 South (201) 933-4000 biggiesclambar.com Gianna’s Restaurant & Bar 843 Washington Avenue (201) 460-7997 giannas.biz Hunkar Turkish Restaurant 319 Hackensack Street (201) 507-0606 hunkarrestaurant.com Il Villaggio 651 Route 17 North (201) 935-7733 ilvillaggio.com See our ad on page 3
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Kilroy’s Sports Bar 645 Washington Avenue (201) 896-8900 kilroysnj.com Redd’s Restaurant & Bar 317 Washington Avenue (201) 933-0015 reddsrestaurant.com See our ad on page 21
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Steve’s Sizzling Steaks 620 Route 17 South (201) 438-9677 steves-sizzling-steaks.com “A diamond in the shadow of the Meadowlands, old-style cuisine that never disappoints”
Terre à Terre 312 Hackensack Street (201) 507-0500 terreaterre.biz
Zagat Survey, America’s Top 1000 Italian Restaurants 2008
“Best of Award of Excellence” - Wine Spectator Magazine
CLIFTON Buco Ristorante 953 Allwood Road (973) 779-3500 bucoristorante.com Chevys Fresh Mex 365 Route 3 East (973) 777-6277 chevys.com See our ad on page 15
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Istanbul Café & Restaurant 1378 Main Avenue (862) 238-8888 istanbulcafeandrestaurant.com Matthew’s Italian Restaurant 1131 Bloomfield Avenue (973) 928-4300 matthewsitalian.com Mighty Quinn’s Barbeque The Promenade Shops at Clifton 850 Route 3 West (973) 773-6400 mightyquinnsbbq.com
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Full Bar service Handicap Accessible Entertainment ➐ Open 7 days
Come experience Il Villaggio’s distinguished cuisine in our newly renovated restaurant Since 1979, Il Villaggio has been consistently providing guests with truly memorable dining experiences. Our menu specializes in classic northern Italian dishes, which include a wide variety of fresh fish & seafood specials that change daily. Complete your dining experience with our wide selection of homemade desserts.
Il Villaggio caters to Bar/Bat Mitzvahs,Weddings, and Private/Corporate Events. Monday-Friday: 11:30 am -11:00 pm • Saturday: 5:00 pm - 12 Midnight Sunday: Private Events Only 651 Route 17 North, Carlstadt, NJ 07072 Telephone: 201.935.7733 • info@ilvillaggio.com • www.ilvillaggio.com
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Sergio’s Bistro 327A Lakeview Avenue (973) 772-1655 sergiosbistro.com Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas 70 Kingsland Road (973) 661-2435 spuntinowinebar.com See our ad on page 19
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The Shannon Rose 98 Kingsland Road (973) 284-0200 theshannonrose.com See our ad on page 13
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Candlewyck Diner 179 Paterson Avenue (201) 933-4446 candlewyckdiner.com Mr. Bruno’s Pizza and Beyond 53 Route 17 South (201) 531-8900
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Locale Cafe & Bar 208 Piermont Road (201) 750-3233 locale208closter.com
Vesta Wood Fired Pizza & Bar 64 Hoboken Road (201) 939-6012 vestapizzeria.com
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Al Di La 1 Hoboken Road (201) 939-1128 aldilatrattoria.com
Cafe Archetypus 264 River Road (201) 941-0609
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Indulge in the area’s freshest seafood while you marvel at our panoramic view of the New York skyline.
“Pink” at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment 1 Racetrack Drive (201) 843-2446 thebigM.com
Taos Restaurant & Lounge 356 Paterson Avenue (201) 460-8988 villagerestaurantgroup.com
The Asian Grill 20 Route 17 North 201) 933-0988 thebestasiangrill.com
Spectacular WATERFRONT DINING
Harvest Bistro 252 Schraalenburgh Road (201) 750-9966
Annabella’s Fine Foods, Inc. 246 Hackensack Street (201) 804-0303 annabellasmozz.com
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Caffe Capri 119 Park Avenue (201) 460-1039 caffecaprirestaurant.com
The Crab House 541 River Road (201) 840-3911 crabhouseseafood.com Key to Symbols $ Entrees $15 & under $$ Entrees $15 - $20 $$$ Entrees $20 & over
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Pier D-T/Lincoln Harbor • Weehawken (201) 348-6628 Beautifully-Remodeled Private Event Space chart-house.com
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HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant & Bar 2 Main Street (201) 943-1900 havenedgewater.com La Jardin 1257 River Road (201) 224-9898 lejardinnj.com Orama Restaurant 595 River Road (201) 945-2020 orama.com The River Palm Terrace 1416 River Road (201) 224-2013 riverpalm.com
ELMWOOD PARK Giovanni’s Restaurant 430 Market Street (201) 791-3000 giovannisbyob.com Royal Warsaw Restaurant & Fine Martini Bar 871 River Drive (201) 794-9265 royalwarsaw.com Taverna Mykonos 238 Broadway (201) 703-9299 tavernamykonos.com
Blue Moon Mexican Café 23 E Palisade Avenue (201) 541-0600 bluemoonmexicancafe.com Daruma Neighborhood Japanese Restaurant 45 N Dean Street (201) 567-9600 darumaenglewood.com Grand Cru Wine Bar 26 N. Van Brunt Street (201) 568-3939 grandcruenglewood.com Las Maravillas De Tulcingo 84 W. Palisade Avenue (201) 578-1980 lasmaravillasdetulcingo.com Solaria 22 N. Van Brunt Street (201) 871-7155 solaiarestaurant.info
FAIRLAWN Oceanos Restaurant 2-27 Saddle River Road (201) 796-0546 oceanosrestaurant.com See our ad on page 7
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Sage Restaurant 17-15 Broadway (201) 797-0500 sagefairlawn.com
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The River Palm Terrace 41-11 Route 4 (201) 703-3500 riverpalm.com
FLORHAM PARK The Park Savoy 216 Ridgedale Avenue (973) 377-7100 theparksavoy.com
Rosa Mexicano 390 Hackensack Avenue (201) 489-9100 rosamexicano.com Stony Hill Inn 231 Polifly Road (201) 342-4085 stonyhillinn.com See our ad on page 23
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The Oceanaire Seafood Room 175 Riverside Square Mall (201) 343-8862 theoceanaire.com
GARFIELD
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Goodfellas 661 Midland Avenue (973) 478-4000
HACKENSACK Bel Posto 160 Prospect Avenue (201) 880-8746 belpostonj.com Casual Habana Café 125 Main Street (201) 880-9844 casualhabanacafe.com Chit Chat Diner 515 Essex Street (201) 820-4033 chitchatdiner.com See our ad on page 25
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HASBROUCK HEIGHTS Bistro Six-Five-Zero at Hilton Hasbrouck Heights/Meadowlands 650 Terrace Avenue (201) 288-6100
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Sleek and sophisticated,The Oceanaire provides the perfect setting to enjoy an unrivaled atmosphere where you will indulge in tantalizing chef creations, exceptional wines and exquisite desserts. Make your reservation today.
See our ad on page 17
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Houlihan’s 5 Route 17 South (201) 393-9330 houlihans.com See our ad on page 19
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Morton’s The Steakhouse One Riverside Square (201) 487-3614 mortons.com See our ad on page 1
Fresh Fish. Flown in Daily.
Gabriel’s Grille & Bar 283 Rt. 17 South (201) 288-9600 gabrielsgrille.com
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Full Bar service Handicap Accessible Entertainment ➐ Open 7 days
Happy Hour: Monday – Friday 4pm – 7pm
The Shops at Riverside • 175 Riverside Sqaure mall • 201.343.8862 • theoceanaire.com
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Ivy Inn 268 Terrace Avenue (201) 393-7699 ivyinn.com
HO-HO-KUS The Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern 1 East Franklin Turnpike (201) 445-4115 hohokusinn.com
LITTLE FERRY Segovia Steakhouse & Seafood 217 Main Street (201) 814-1100 segoviasteakhouse.com
LYNDHURST The 3rd Wave Cafe Crepes 525 Riverside Avenue (201) 528-8163 the3rdwavecafecrepes.com Angelo’s Restaurant 263 Ridge Road (201) 939-1922 Colonial Diner 27 Orient Way (201) 935-3192 Elegant Desserts 275 Warren Street (201) 933-0770 elegantdesserts.net
Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament 149 Polito Avenue 1 (800) We Joust medievaltimes.com See our ad on page 17
Thistle Restaurant 442 Valley Brook Avenue (201) 935-0004
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Enjoy Our Restaurants! Cosi • Tokyo Hibachi & Buffet • Red Lobster • Chipotle Cheeseburger in Paradise • Chili’s Restaurant BurgerFi • Cups Frozen Yogurt • Niko Niko Sushi
Trattoria Il Cafone 7 Ridge Road (201) 933-3355 trattoriailcafone.com
MAHWAH Chicken & Rib Crib 72 Franklin Turnpike (201) 529-0090 thechickenandribcrib.com The River Palm Terrace 209 Ramapo Valley Road (201) 529-1111 riverpalm.com
MOONACHIE Bazzarelli Restaurant & Pizzeria 117 Moonachie Road (201) 641-4010 bazzarellirestaurant.com See our ad on page 16
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Dolce Novita 107 Moonachie Road (201) 440-3339 dolcenovitanj.com
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Segovia Restaurant 150 Moonachie Road (201) 641-4266 segoviasteakhouse.com Key to Symbols $ Entrees $15 & under $$ Entrees $15 - $20 $$$ Entrees $20 & over
14 Screen Movies • Open Sundays • All are within walking distance Full Bar service Handicap Accessible Entertainment ➐ Open 7 days
NJ Transit Bus Infomation: 973-275-5555
For schedule, visit www.njtransit.com Free Shuttle Service to Secaucus Train Station: 201-939-4242 For schedule, visit www.ezride.org For Newark Airport Shuttle Service & Shops, visit www.ezride.org
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Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn 105 Old New Bridge Road (201) 692-7700 sanzaris.com
Legal Sea Foods, LLC 1 Garden State Plaza (201) 843-8483 legalseafoods.com
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Olive Garden 1620 Bergen Town Center (201) 368-1090 olivegarden.com
Redd’s Biergarten 218 Market Street (201) 933-1204 reddsbiergarten.com
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Fornos of Spain Restaurant 47 Ferry Street (973) 589-4767 fornosrestaurant.com
Biggies 1315 Route 17 South (201) 962-9096 biggiesclambar.com
NORTH ARLINGTON
Bon Giovanni 61 E Main Street (201) 825-1111 bongiovannirestaurantramsey.com
Private Dining available
Angry Coffee Bean, LLC 89 Ridge Road (973) 818-0445 Lassoni Restaurant 602 Ridge Road lassonirestaurant.com (201) 998-0911
NORTH BERGEN NJ Beer Company 4201 Tonnele Avenue North Bergen, NJ njbeerco.com See our ad on page 9
Sabor Latin Bistro 8809 River Road (201) 943-6366 saborlatinbistro.com Waterside Restaurant and Catering 7800 B River Road (201) 861-7767 watersiderestaurantandcatering.com 12
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One Garden State Plaza • 201.843.8483 www.LEGALSEAFOODS.com
Brady’s At the Station 5 W Main St (201) 327-9748 bradysatthestation.net Lakeside Grille & Bar At Ramsey Golf & Country Club 105 Lakeside Drive (201) 327-0009 lakesidegrilleandbar.com
LOCAL PUB
The Shannon Rose 1200 Rt. 17 at Franklin Tpk (201) 962-7602 theshannonrose.com
IRISH SOUL EAT WELL. DRINK BETTER.
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Clifton Commons Rt. 3 East | 98 Kingsland Rd. | 973.284.0200 Ramsey 1200 Rt. 17 North at Franklin Tpk. | 201.962.7602 TheShannonRose.com
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Chevys Fresh Mex 365 Route 3, Clifton, NJ 07014 908-447-9936 https://www.facebook.com/chevysfreshmx/ Cuisine Type: Fresh Mexican Hours of Operation: Sundays -Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM Fridays & Saturday 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM Reservations: Suggested Menus Available: Lunch Dinner Private Events Catering Wine/Cocktail Vegetarian/Special Dietary Holiday/Special Events Parking: Private Lot Service Type: Take Out Bar Catering Sit Down Price Range of Entrées: $9 - $15 Signature Dishes: Sizzling Fajitas Crispy Chicken Flautas Slow roasted baby back ribs Payment Types: Cash, Credit Card/Debit Card Alcohol Available: Bar Service Restaurant Description: Chevys Fresh Mex serves up delicious simplicity in a casual but energized atmosphere where it’s all about the food. Chevys creates your favorite traditional Mexican dishes from scratch, every day. We use only fresh, top-quality ingredients in our beloved recipes to create a one-of-a-kind fiesta of the senses that inspires celebration amongst food lovers and fun lovers alike. Come as you are - the fiesta awaits you!
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Baugmart’s Café 158 Franklin Avenue (201) 612-5688 baumgartscafe.com Brick Lane Curry House 34 Franklin Avenue (201) 670-7311 bricklaneridgewood.com Café 37 37 S. Broad Street (201) 857-0437 cafe-37.com Cravings Tapas Bistro 8 Wilsey Square (201) 857-8533 cravingstapas.com From Scratch 44 E. Ridgewood Avenue (201) 981-8606 fromscratchridgewood.com La Lanterna 29 West Ridgewood Avenue (201) 444-5520 lalanternaofridgewood.com Latour 6 East Ridgewood Avenue (201) 445-5056 latourridgewood.com Le Bon Choix 11 Godwin Avenue (201) 689-0400 lebonchoixcafe.com Mediterraneo 23 N Broad Street (201) 447-0022 mediterraneoridgewood.com
Novo 37 Chestnut Street (201) 444-4910 novomediterranean.com Office Beer Bar & Grill 32-34 Chestnut Street (201) 652-1070 office-beerbar.com
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Park West Tavern 30 Oak Street (201) 445-5400 parkwesttavern.com
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dessert company serving award-winning European tortes, individual plated desserts
Pearl Restaurant 17 South Broad Street (201) 857-5100 pearlridgewood.com
and Venetian pastries.
Elegant Desserts
Picnic on the Square 26 Wilsey Square (201) 444-4001 picniconthesquare.com
275 Warren Street, Lyndhurst, NJ 07071 201.933.0770
Roots Steakhouse 17 Chestnut Street (201) 444-1922 rootssteakhouse.com
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Bazzarelli Restaurant is Now Celebrating 46 Years! Offering affordable classic Southern Italian dishes to modern eclectic, there is something for everyone: gluten free, vegetarian, children’s, take-out and catering menus.
Come enjoy HAPPY HOUR at our new bar area with TVs! Family Owned – Family Run Italian Restaurant, Pizzeria & Bar
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Sanducci’s Trattoria 620 Kinderkamack Road (201) 599-0600 sanduccis.com
Bareli’s Restaurant, LLC 219 Route 3 East (201) 865-2766 barelisrestaurantandbar.com
ROCHELLE PARK The Dog Cask 55 Route 17 South (201) 845-5101 thedogandcask.com
RUTHERFORD Cafe Matisse 167 Park Avenue (201) 935-2995 Finch’s (at The Renaissance Hotel) 801 Rutherford Avenue (201) 231-3141 Gain Ville Café 17 Ames Avenue (201) 507-1800 gaincontact.com Paisanos Ristorant 132 Park Avenue (201) 935-5755 paisanos.com Sabor Peru 8 Highland Cross (201) 935-7378 saborperunj.com Village Gourmet 75 Park Avenue (201) 438-9404 villagerestaurantgroup.com Volare’s 7 Station Square (201) 935-6606
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We make our food the hard way—from scratch and cooked fresh with quality ingredients. And whatever your food mood or lifestyle needs, our menu is flexible, with bold flavors, lighter bites, classics and vegetarian-friendly options. Satisfy your every craving at Houlihan’s.
Bonefish Grill 200 Mill Creek Drive (201) 864-3004 bonefishgrill.com Buffalo Wild Wings 470 Harmon Meadow Boulevard (201) 348-0824 buffalowildwings.com Cafe Four Fifty Five 455 Plaza Drive (201) 864-7300 Carrabba’s Italian Grill 475 Harmon Meadow Boulevard (201) 330-8497 carrabbas.com
racing fri + sat 7 p.m. playmeadowlands.com reservations: 201-the-bigm
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Cheeseburger In Paradise 700 Plaza Drive (201) 392-0500 cheeseburgerinparadise.com Chili’s Restaurant 700 Plaza Drive (201) 319-0804 chilis.com Chipotle Mexican Grill 700 Plaza Drive (201) 223-0562 chipotle.com
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Cosi - Harmon Meadow 700 Plaza Drive (201) 330-1052 getcosi.com Clifton Clifton C Commons ommons on Rt. 3 Eas Eastt • 7 70 0 Kingsland R Road oad • 9 973.661.2435 73.661.2435 SpuntinoWineBar.com Spun tinoWineBar.com
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Houlihan’s 700 Plaza Drive (201) 330-8856 houlihans.com
Axia Taverna 18 Piermont Road (201) 569-5999 axiataverna.com
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La Reggia Ristorante Banquets & Lounge 40 Wood Avenue (201) 422-0200 lareggiaus.com
TETERBORO
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Olive Garden Secaucus Harmon Meadow 500 Route 3 West (201) 867-3543 olivegarden.com
Located in the Meadowlands Plaza Hotel
La Reggia proudly serves the finest Italian Cuisine prepared one dish at a time, served in our warm & friendly restaurant and catering/reception hall, located in the heart of the Meadowlands, minutes away from Izod Center and MetLife Stadium.
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Sal’s Good Eats 80 Green Street (201) 375-4949 salsgoodeats.com
Lunch Buffet: Monday–Friday Ala-Carte Menu: 7 Days per Week Banquet Rooms: Specializing in Weddings, Social Events, Holiday Parties and Corporate Functions. Hosting up to 275 Guests
WALDWICK Nellie’s Place 9 Franklin Turnpike (201) 652-8626 nelliesplacenj.com
Entertainment: Saturday Nights Happy Hour: 4 pm – 7 pm info@lareggiaus.com • 201.422.0200 40 Wood Avenue, Secaucus, NJ 07094
See our ad on page 22
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Outback Steakhouse 455 Harmon Meadow Boulevard (201) 601-0077 outback.com Panera Bread 200 Mill Creek Drive (201) 348-2846 panerabread.com Red Lobster 700 Plaza Drive (201) 583-1902 redlobster.com Stefanos Mediterranean Grille 700 Plaza Drive (201) 865-6767 stefanos-mg.com Tokyo Hibachi & Buffet 700 Plaza Drive (201) 863-2828 www.tokyohb.com 20
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The Village Grille Restaurant & Bar 71 Crescent Avenue (201) 670-8200 villagegrillewaldwick.com
WEEHAWKEN Boogie Woogie Bagel Boys 1200 Harbor Boulevard (201) 863-4666 Chart House Restaurant Pier d/t Lincoln Harbor (201) 348-6628 chart-house.com See our ad inside front cover & page 5
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Full Bar service Handicap Accessible Entertainment ➐ Open 7 days
The perfect place to host your next event, holiday party, happy hour or corporate function. 317 Washington Avenue Carlstadt, NJ 07072 (201) 933-0015 • Fax (201) 939-1204 www.ReddsRestaurant.com PRIVATE BANQUET ROOM AVAILABLE
Watch for Redd’s Biergarten opening next to the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ
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Houlihan’s - Weehawken 1200 Harbor Boulevard (201) 863-4000 houlihans.com
Dine in whimsical style at our Finch’s Restaurant & Lounge featuring a farm to table menu and an extensive, award-winning wine selection.
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Jack Austin’s Eat & Drink 1200 Harbor Boulevard (201) 348-4444 sheratonlincolnharbor.com/jack-austins $$ ➐
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Marco Polo Pizza Breakfast Grill 1200 Harbor Boulevard (201) 863-0057 Ruth’s Chris Steak House 1000 Harbor Boulevard (201) 863-5100 ruthschris.com $$$ ➐
801 Rutherford Avenue Rutherford, NJ 201.231.3141
Located in the Renaissance Meadowlands Hotel
See our ad inside front cover
WESTWOOD
Delicious Italian Meals ToGo Order online at olivegarden.com/ToGo
Baci Italian Grill 36 Jefferson Avenue (201) 722-1900 baciwestwood.com
WOOD-RIDGE Martini Grill 187 Hackensack Street (201) 939-2000 martini-grill.com $$$
See our ad on page 13
WYCKOFF Bourbon BBQ & Catering 529 Goffle Road (201) 444-4744 bourbonbbq.com 22
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You can still enjoy Olive Garden specialties when you don’t have time to dine with us at our table. Order your favorites from our selection of craveable appetizers and soups, handcrafted Italian entrées and delicious desserts. Of course, don’t forget our signature salad and breadsticks! We’ll prepare your order and have it ready for you to pick up. It's easy and convenient when you you place your order online! 500 Route 3 West, Secaucus, NJ 07094 201-867-3543 b olivegarden.com © 2015 Darden Concepts, Inc. Tour of Italy Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off.
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Cuisine Highlights
Here are some suggestions from a selection of our favorite restaurants and event venues!
ITALIAN Bazzarelli Restaurant & Pizzeria 117 Moonachie Road,Moonachie, NJ (201) 641-4010 bazzarellirestaurant.com See our ad on page 17 Recommended: Gamberi scampi & bistecca pizzaiola
Gabriel’s Grille & Bar 283 Rt. 17 South, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (201) 288-9600 gabrielsgrille.com See our ad on page 17 Recommended: Roasted salmon with sweet Thai chili glaze
Il Villaggio 651 Route 17 North, Carlstadt, NJ (201) 935-7733 ilvillaggio.com See our ad on page 3 Recommended: Seafood risotto, roast rack of lamb bouquetiere for two
La Reggia Restaurant, Banquets & Lounge 40 Wood Avenue, Secaucus, NJ (201) 422-0200 lareggiaus.com See our ad on page 21 Recommended: Daily lunch buffet is just $11.95 per person, includes soup, frittata, pizza, salad, antipasto selection of vegetables, mozzarella and assorted meats, several hot chafing dishes, pasta station, cheese display and gran finale dessert table!
Martini Grill 187 Hackensack Street, Wood-Ridge NJ (201) 939-2000 martini-grill.com See our ad on page 13 Recommended: Toasted cherry almond martini and chicken Chanterelles
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Olive Garden Secaucus Harmon Meadow 500 Route 3 West, Secaucus, NJ (201) 867-3543 olivegarden.com See our ad on page 22 Recommended: Everyone knows about their soups, salad and breadsticks. But also we recommend the five cheese ziti al forno as entrée, and any of their classics.
Sanzari’s New Bridge Inn 105 Old New Bridge Road, New Milford, NJ (201) 692-7700 sanzaris.com See our ad on page 28 Recommended: Veal Chop Voldastano or Joe’s Linguine Aglio E Olio
Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas 70 Kingsland Road, Clifton, NJ (973) 661-2435 spuntinowinebar.com See our ad on page 19 Recommended: Great selection of specialty cocktails and tapas, especially the bruschettas. Try the Happy Hour specials: Monday through Friday, 3-7 p.m. & 10 p.m. to close.
GREEK Axia Taverna 18 Piermont Road, Tenafly, NJ (201) 569-5999 axiataverna.com See our ad on page 21 Recommended: Youvetsi me Thalassina (seafood & orzo baked in clay pot with shrimp, scallops, feta & tomato)
Taverna Mykonos 238 Broadway, Elmwood Park, NJ (201) 703-9299 tavernamykonos.com See our ad on page 7 Recommended: Chicken souvlaki, gyro platter
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SEAFOOD Chart House Restaurant Pier D/T Lincoln Harbor, Weehawken, NJ (201) 348-6628 chart-house.com See our ad on page 5 Recommended: Try the mac nut mahi entrée. And the hot chocolate lava cake is out of this world.
Legal Sea Foods, LLC 1 Garden State Plaza, Paramus, NJ (201) 843-8483 legalseafoods.com See our ad on page 13 Recommended: The clam chowder (of course) and Louisiana seafood gumbo. Also, Legal’s signature crab cake.
Oceanos Restaurant 2-27 Saddle River Road, Fair Lawn, NJ (201) 796-0546 oceanosrestaurant.com See our ad on page 7 Recommended: Greek seafood. Try the grilled octopus as an appetizer. The Lavraki (bronzino) entréeis stellar.
The Oceanaire Seafood Room 175 Riverside Square Mall, Hackensack, NJ (201) 343-8862 theoceanaire.com See our ad on page 9 Recommended: Happy Hour specials on drinks and appetizers Monday through Friday, 4 – 7 p.m. in the bar area. Also try the sesame-seared rare yellowfin ahi tuna.
CONTINENTAL, STEAKHOUSES & OTHER Chevys Fresh Mex 365 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ (973) 777-6277 chevys.com See our ad on page 15 Recommended: Chipotle chicken enchiladas and the Chevy’s Super Cinco (one chicken enchilada, one beef enchilada, a beef taco, a hand-rolled pork tamale, and a chile relleno)
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Chit Chat Diner 515 Essex Street, Hackensack, NJ (201) 820-4033 chitchatdiner.com
Morton’s The Steakhouse One Riverside Square, Hackensack, NJ (201) 487-3614 mortons.com
See our ad on page 25 Recommended: Nutella & bacon French toast
See our ad on page 1 Recommended: Cajun Ribeye Steak, Signature Cut Prime New York Strip
Finch’s at Meadowlands Renaissance Hotel 801 Rutherford Avenue, Rutherford, NJ (201) 231-3141 See our ad on page 22 Recommended: The lamb chops come highly recommended. They also have a superb breakfast menu with an impressive assortment of teas.
Houlihan’s 5 Route 17 South, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (201) 393-9330 houlihans.com See our ad on page 19 Recommended: Happy Hour has appetizer and drink specials: Monday to Friday, 4 p.m.-close; Sat & Sun, 10 p.m.-close. You can’t go wrong with any of their appetizers.
Houlihan’s 700 Plaza Drive, Secaucus NJ (201) 330-8856 houlihans.com See our ad on page 19 Recommended: Happy Hour has appetizer and drink specials: Monday to Friday, 4 p.m.-close; Sat & Sun, 10 p.m.-close. You can’t go wrong with any of their appetizers.
Houlihan’s 1200 Harbor Boulevard, Weehawken, NJ (201) 863-4000 houlihans.com See our ad inside front cover Recommended: Happy Hour has appetizer and drink specials: Monday to Friday, 4 p.m.-close; Sat & Sun, 10 p.m.-close. You can’t go wrong with any of their appetizers.
Jack Austin’s Eat & Drink 1200 Harbor Boulevard, Weehawken, NJ (201)348-4444 sheratonlincolnharbor.com/jack-austins See our ad inside front cover Recommendations: Fried chicken & waffle.
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“Pink” at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford, NJ (201) 843-2446 thebigM.com See our ad on page 19 Recommended: Don’t miss the $34.95 buffet on Friday nights and the $39.95 Saturday buffet.
Ruth’s Chris Steak House 1000 Harbor Boulevard, Weehawken, NJ (201) 863-5100 ruthschris.com
DESSERTS & CATERING Chit Chat Creative Caterers 515 Essex Street, Hackensack, NJ (201) 820-4029 chitchatdiner.com See our ad on page 25 Recommended: The catering options can range from every day casual to elegant. The catering menu is large and wide-ranging.
Elegant Desserts 275 Warren Street, Lyndhurst, NJ (201) 933-0770 elegantdesserts.net See our ad on page 17 Recommendations: The bite-sized delights are delicious and perfect for any event! Try the chocolate mini chip walnut brownie bite and the Oreo brownie bite.
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See our ad inside front cover Recommended: Porterhouse for two. Sides: potatoes au gratin, sweet potatoes with pecan crust, and creamed spinach are excellent.
Nanina’s In The Park 540 Mill Street, Belleville, NJ (973) 751-1230 naninasinthepark.com
Redd’s Restaurant & Bar 317 Washington Avenue, Carlstadt, NJ (201) 933-0015 reddsrestaurant.com
See our ad inside back cover
See our ad on page 21 Recommended: Try the pretzel crusted chicken or sirloin steak “Aricxy”
The Shannon Rose 98 Kingsland Road, Clifton, NJ (973) 284-0200 theshannonrose.com See our ad on page 13 Recommendations: The Murder Burger is one of their signatures. Also recommended is the Guinness-braised short ribs.
The Shannon Rose 1200 Rt. 17 at Franklin Tpk., Ramsey, NJ (201) 962-7602 theshannonrose.com See our ad on page 13 Recommendations: The Murder Burger is one of their signatures. Also recommended is the Guinness-braised short ribs.
The Park Savoy 216 Ridgedale Avenue, Florham Park, NJ (973) 377-7100 Theparksavoy.com See our ad inside back cover
Stony Hill Inn 231 Polifly Road, Hackensack, NJ (201) 342-4085 stonyhillinn.com See our ad on page 23
EXPERIENCES Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment 1 Racetrack Drive, East Rutherford, NJ (201) 843-2446 thebigM.com New Jersey Beer Company 4201 Tonnele Avenue, North Bergen, NJ njbeerco.com See our ad on page 9
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