Best Casual Restaurants in River Vale

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodIndianMexican

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BergenBronxRocklandWestchester

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AirmontAllendaleArdsleyClosterCresskillDobbs Ferry

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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1. Fig & Tomato

4.2

Awesome(222)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hillsdale

Booked 12 times today

Welcome to Fig & Tomato! We are a family-owned and operated BYO Italian European Kitchen located in the heart of Hillsdale, New Jersey. Our mission is to provide first class hospitality while celebrating Italy's vibrant culinary cuisine. We encourage an atmosphere where guests can meet, share and enjoy! Come with an appetite and relish in the atmosphere!

2. Mezza

4.8

Exceptional(1019)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Westwood

Booked 14 times today

Welcome to MEZZA, where our Chef Richard Puli brings the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean cuisine to life with a modern flair! Each dish is crafted from scratch with the freshest ingredients, reflecting our dedication to culinary excellence.Our passion for flavor and freshness shines in every recipe. From Mediterranean classics to innovative American creations, every bite at MEZZA is a celebration.Step into our expanded space, where elegance meets charm. Enchanting aromas welcome you, promising a culinary journey like no other. With ample room to unwind, MEZZA invites you to savor every moment.MEZZA isn't just a restaurant; it's a recipient of numerous awards, honoring our commitment to excellence. Plus, it's BYOB, allowing you to pair your favorite wine with our exquisite dishes. We look forward to welcoming you and treating you to an extraordinary culinary adventure, where each bite is a discovery!

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3. Donatella's Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(932)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Closter

Booked 12 times today

Donatella's Ristorante is located in Harrington Park, NJ.

A photo of Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern restaurant

4. Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern

4.6

Exceptional(1515)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Ho-Ho-Kus

Booked 32 times today

The historic Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern was fully restored and reopened on December 8, 2009 following a $1.5 million renovation overseen by its new owners. Ho-Ho-Kus residents, Gordon and Laurie Hamm.A local landmark and beloved culinary institution, this historic and charming neighborhood gem has quickly become a favorite among locals, and serves up American classics in a cozy inviting atmosphere, complete with an original fireplace in each of our seven unique dining spaces, two full service bars, and bluestone outdoor patio and fireplace! Explore your culinary side with our seasonal menus, or try the regional, and international craft and session brews, hand crafted cocktails, and the versatility of AV-equipped private rooms for your special milestone, baby, bridal celebration, or corporate meeting. An 8-time winner of Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, locally awarded Best of Bergen in 201-Magazine, Readers Choice Winner on Open Table and in Bergen Magazine, and numer

5. Cork & Crust

4.7

Exceptional(139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • River Vale

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Cork and Crust Italian Mediterranean Kitchen-- your home away from home. We are a family-owned and operated BYO restaurant specializing in eclectic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine. Our goal is to provide you with exceptional service while you enjoy a little taste of home. Come and be part of our family!

6. Stern & Bow

4.7

Exceptional(1057)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Closter

Booked 29 times today

Stern and Bow: a casual, upscale restaurant from Russell Stern of Harvest, featuring seasonal, eclectic American cuisine, premium raw bar, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, oven-roasted dishes, craft cocktails and much more.

7. Olar Noso

4.8

Exceptional(155)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Northvale

Booked 24 times today

From its humble beginnings in the quaint Hudson River town of Piermont, New York, Olar was known for serving up rustic Neapolitan pies, classic Spanish tapas, and hand crafted pastas that drew in both locals and foodies from all parts of New Jersey, upstate New York, and New York City and kept them coming back for over a decade.Now in its new location in Northvale, New Jersey, the restaurant, now known as Olar Noso - which means "our home" in Galego, the language spoken in Galicia where the Dominguez family is from - is an evolution in not only name alone.They have managed to scale the restaurant concept generously while replicating the quality and preserving the reputation the former Olar had garnered over the years. Evolving into Olar Noso meant giving Olar's loyal customers everything they loved, while also enhancing their experience with more seating, more elbow room, a full bar, a private event space, and, finally, ample parking.

8. Aegean Estiatorio

4.9

Exceptional(220)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Greek • Park Ridge

Booked 16 times today

ATTENTION! WE ARE A BYOB RESTAURANT, WE DO NOT SELL ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, BUT YOU ARE WELCOME TO BRING YOUR OWN!***Our outdoor seating is limited, and while we strive to accommodate your seating preferences, we cannot guarantee reservations outside due to high demand. Tables on our patios are assigned in the order that reservation requests are received*** At Aegean Estiatorio, we believe in letting the integrity of our ingredients speak for itself. Freshness, simplicity, quality, and tradition are our core kitchen values. We strive to offer the highest-quality fresh seafood possible. Everything on our menu has been prepared fresh daily, honoring traditional preparations with an eye for detail. Come join us and experience the essence of Greek cuisine.

9. Augie's Trattoria

4.2

Awesome(131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Harrington Park

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to Augie's Trattoria! We are a family-owned and operated BYO Italian Trattoria located in the heart of Harrington Park, New Jersey. Our mission is to provide first class hospitality while celebrating Italy's vibrant culinary cuisine.We encourage an atmosphere where guests can meet, share and enjoy! Come with an appetite and relish in the atmosphere!

10. Phoenician

4.3

Awesome(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Westwood

"Excellent Cuisine, Exciting Atmosphere, Unique Experience"In the quaint town of Westwood, NJ, The Phoenician serves up exciting dishes in a unique ambiance. At the Phoenician, every dish is created using only the freshest, finest ingredients. We will only serve wild caught fresh fish, since farm raised has been found to have many toxins. Our meats are the choicest cuts of grass fed Black Angus. And our global cuisine is designed to create a healthier way to feed our body and soul.We are known for and have a large selection of Gluten-free items on our menu. In addition, our kitchen has separate areas for gluten-free preparation.We are a BYOB restaurant. However, we serve a NJ based wine from Cape May that is delicious. Family owned and operated for 24 years. Turdo Vineyard & Winery. We serve by the bottle only.We look forward to serving you a delightful meal in our exciting addition to Bergen County's vibrant restaurant scene.

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New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Service Patient kind accommodating Food excellent
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MezzaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Westwood
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4.8
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Mitchell
New York City •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
We were a party of 8 for a birthday celebration. Everyone enjoyed their choices for dinner. Portions were generous. Prices were extremely fair. Service was outstanding. Defintely would go back.
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Donatella's RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• Closter
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •16 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
Overall, it was decent, not exceptional. Service was great. Good timing between apps & main course, which is always nice. Calamari was a little tough & no legs (a favorite) Ceasar salad was nice (big) short rib ravioli was bland, sauce was too sweet. Bari (rigatoni with shrimp,mushrooms & spinach was delicious (all loved it) even brought some home. Gnocchi was delicious as well. Good spot, byob. Oh yeah focaccia w/ pesto was fantastic. Worth the experience. And a return visit.
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Fig & TomatoPrice: Expensive• Italian• Hillsdale
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4.2
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KeriVIP
New York City •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Thank you, Nor, for holding our favorite table in the corner! You always make us feel so welcome! Thank you to Kevin for taking care of us!
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Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & TavernPrice: Moderate• American• Ho-Ho-Kus
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4.6
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Karen
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our waitress Abby was awesome. Sweet and bubbly. Food was very good.
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Cork & CrustPrice: Expensive• Italian• River Vale
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4.7

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