Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Carlstadt

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BergenCentral New YorkEssexHudsonManhattanPassaic

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AstoriaCarlstadtCliffside ParkCliftonEast RutherfordEast Village

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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67 restaurants available nearby

1. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(3011)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 26 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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2. Song E Napule - Rutherford

4.8

Exceptional(361)

££££Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rutherford

Booked 7 times today

We're serving the flavors and feeling of an authentic Italian meal right to you. From traditional brick oven pizzas to homemade gnocchi to hearty pastas, every dish is made with care for our customers to savor. Visit us and settle in to absorb the sights, scents, and sounds of our kitchen. We have full liquor license and starting may 15th 2023 we will not offer anymore the BYOB. Thank you!

3. Biggie's

4.9

Exceptional(392)

££££Price: Moderate

• American • Carlstadt

Booked 3 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.

4. Matisse 167

4.7

Exceptional(1305)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 4 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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5. The Shannon Rose of Clifton

4.6

Exceptional(297)

££££Price: Moderate

• Irish • Clifton

Booked 2 times today

Immerse yourself in the Emerald Isle at The Shannon Rose Irish Pub. Step inside and experience authentic Gaelic charm, from the traditional exterior to the warm atmosphere. With four bars and spacious dining areas, it's the perfect place to unwind. Savor a menu filled with classic Irish dishes like corned beef and cabbage, shepherd's pie, and Guinness beef stew. Don't miss our appetizers, including Scotch eggs, sliders, and crispy Brussels sprouts. Enjoy over 20 beers on tap, featuring Irish favorites like Guinness, Harp, and Smithwick's, along with craft and domestic options. We also offer a wide selection of premium scotch malts, Irish whiskeys, signature cocktails, and wines. Whether you're looking for a lively night out or a cozy dinner, The Shannon Rose promises an unforgettable experience. Join us for delicious food, refreshing drinks, and genuine hospitality that captures the spirit of Ireland.

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6. Bareli's Restaurant - Secaucus

4.8

Exceptional(1010)

££££Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Secaucus

Booked 8 times 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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7. Noches de Colombia - Hackensack

4.9

Exceptional(79)

££££Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Hackensack

Booked 3 times today

At Noches de Colombia, the Colombian and non-Colombian alike will find it difficult to resist the aromas of slow-cooked meats seasoned to perfection making the most tender, juicy and succulent steak and seafood dishes .The scent of creamy garlic-butter sauces and sweet plantains fill the air creating an authentic Colombian experience that our clients gravitate to. Each dish is served with a special garnish to satisfy the memory of mom’s homemade Colombian food and the portions for the price are reason enough for anyone to continue returning.

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8. Drift Restaurant & Bar

4.4

Awesome(93)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Weehawken

Booked 7 times today

Drift Restaurant in Weehawken, NJ serves as a blend of modern flair and coastal charm. It is elegantly perched on the waterfront, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. Drift's interior is sleek yet cozy, adorned with a nautical-themed de for that evokes a serene oceanic atmosphere. The menu is a delightful journey through contemporary American cuisine.

9. Sei Less

4.5

Awesome(1256)

££££Price: Expensive

• Chinese • Garment District

Booked 38 times today

Curiously nestled behind an enigmatic mural in Midtown, behind a blink-and-you’ll-miss-it door stands Sei Less, a newly minted Asian fusion restaurant. With close proximity to Madison Square Garden and the Garment District, Sei Less is the new hot spot that all fiveboroughs will be talking about. Designed for evenings of enviable cuisine and distinctive revelry, the spacefeatures seating for 350 guests juxtaposed with a meticulously curatedcollection of modern art and clean lines, alongside traditional, hand carved Asian design elements in an homage to the architectural pagodas ofgenerations’ past. The curated Pan-Asian menu with a one-of-a-kindcocktail experience as well as mocktails, for the sober-curious set, isdesigned to enhance every evening. In addition to the main dining area,the venue will offer 4 private dining areas to accommodate private parties and events.

10. Nice Matin

4.6

Exceptional(4832)

££££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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Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food even better service , will definitely visit again.
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.8
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Dr . RonakVIP
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing and will definitely be back! Excellent service as well.
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Nami Nori - MontclairPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Montclair
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4.8
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Becky
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was wonderful!! The food was excellent and the service was great!
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Tony's Di Napoli - Upper East SidePrice: Moderate• Italian• Upper East Side
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4.7
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Taysiah
1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Amazing experience and I truly enjoyed the food.
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Laboratorio KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montclair
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4.7
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SebastianVIP
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 Jan 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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