Best Cozy Restaurants in River Edge

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A photo of True Food Kitchen - Hackensack restaurant

1. True Food Kitchen - Hackensack

4.3

Awesome(717)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hackensack

Booked 15 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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2. Lulu Mediterranean Grill - Englewood

4.6

Exceptional(66)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Englewood

Booked 10 times today

Lulu Englewood is a charming Mediterranean restaurant that beautifully blends Greek and Turkish cuisine to tantalize your taste buds. Situated in a cozy corner, this restaurant boasts a full bar where you can enjoy a selection of refreshing beverages to complement your meal. One of the unique features of Lulu Englewood is its outdoor seating area equipped with hookahs, offering a relaxed and laid-back atmosphere for guests to unwind and enjoy the flavors of the Mediterranean.Whether you're craving classic Greek dishes or Turkish delights such as kebabs and baklava, Lulu Englewood has a diverse menu that caters to every palate. The fusion of flavors and spices in their dishes will transport you to the shores of the Mediterranean, creating a memorable dining experience. So, gather your friends and family, and immerse yourself in the warmth and hospitality of Lulu Englewood for a truly delightful culinary journey.

3. Despecho Room

4.8

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin / Spanish • Garfield

Booked 2 times today

Despecho Room is where music, heartbreak, and celebration come together. Our nostalgic playlist of Latin despecho anthems sets the perfect vibe—whether you’re singing your heart out or just soaking it all in. With craft cocktails, bold flavors, and an electric atmosphere, every night here is unforgettable. Come for the drinks, stay for the music, and let the night take you where it may.Despecho Room is where your tears taste like tequila and the music heals your heart. Restaurant, karaoke , bar.

4. Vida Garden

4.5

Awesome(52)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Englewood

Located in the heart of Englewood, NJ, Vida Garden is where elevated American cuisine meets a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere. Our lush outdoor patio sets the scene for everything from sunny brunches to unforgettable nights under the stars.Unwind with premium hookah, enjoy handcrafted cocktails at our lively indoor and outdoor bars, and catch unbeatable happy hour specials. On select nights, the vibe comes alive with live DJs spinning the perfect soundtrack to your evening — making Vida Garden the ultimate spot to eat, drink, and dance the night away.Whether you're here for casual bites, weekend fun, or a night out with friends, Vida Garden is your go-to destination for great food, smooth drinks, and unforgettable energy in Englewood.

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5. Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(132)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Hackensack

Booked 2 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.

6. Tango Steak

4.4

Awesome(99)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Rutherford

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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7. Pisco de Mar Peruvian Cuisine

4.9

Exceptional(7)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Garfield

Pisco de Mar by Jorge Suquitana is a culinary Ceviche haven that fuses tradition and innovation in every dishes

8. Cafe Luxembourg

4.8

Exceptional(8984)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French American • Upper West Side

Booked 123 times today

Cafe Luxembourg offers reservations for indoor dining. Walk-ins are welcome and will be seated according to availability. The outdoor cafe is open from April 1st to November 1st, weather permitting. The restaurant offers outdoor tables on a first come basis.Due to demand, we are unable to hold your reservation more than 10 minutes past the time it has been booked. If you are not present at the time of your reservation, the table is offered to waiting guests. If you are running late or wish to cancel, please call us at 212-873-7411. Please note, we do not seat incomplete parties. If your party is incomplete for more than the 10 minute grace period given to reservations, the table will be offered to waiting guests and your name will be added to the wait list. Thank you for your understanding.Per the rules of the FDNY and our Permit of Assembly, we are unable to accommodate strollers in the dining room. Guests are welcome to store them near the outdoor entrance.Thank you.

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9. Empire Rooftop @ Empire Hotel

4.4

Awesome(1019)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Lincoln Square

Booked 20 times today

The Empire Rooftop is located on the top floor of the iconic Empire Hotel and overlooks the Lincoln Center complex. With over 8000 square feet of interior and exterior space, The Empire Rooftop has a seasonal open-air East Terrace, a West Terrace with a retractable roof cover, an Interior Main Lounge, and a seasonal Sun Deck. Enjoy our Signature Empire Sunset Cocktail, a light bite from our appetizer menu, and take a photo in front of the iconic neon sign to complete your experience. Guests of all ages (accompanied by a Parent) are welcome on the roof until 8PM, when those under 21 must vacate.Visit our website at www.theempirerooftop.com for more information.

10. Nice Matin

4.6

Exceptional(4947)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French • Upper West Side

Booked 50 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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JosephineVIP
New Jersey •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food is excellent fresh and good presentation. Our server Israel was good and attentive to our orders . Will go back again and recommend the restaurant to friends and family,
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True Food Kitchen - HackensackPrice: Moderate• American• Hackensack
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4.3
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JeffreyVIP
New Jersey •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
One of our favorite Mediterranean restaurants. The charred octopus appetizer and the , Salmon and Branzino entrees were delicious. Would highly recommend
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Lulu Mediterranean Grill - EnglewoodPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Englewood
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4.6
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Shaddya
New Jersey •1 review
4.0
Dined on Jun 8, 2025
There are options for everyone's taste. The environment is very welcoming. I would highly recommended to those who like to sing, dance and eat!
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Despecho RoomPrice: Expensive• Latin / Spanish• Garfield
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4.8
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Secil
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined on May 14, 2025
Vida Garden is a place i really like with it’s food ,ambiance and polite staff.I definitely recommend.
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Vida GardenPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Englewood
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4.5
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AndreaVIP
London •38 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2025
We had a wonderful experience for my nieces 8th birthday at this sweet little cafe. The selections were amazing and the tea party was a hit. If you haven’t been, you’re missing out. My family will be back for the next special occasion.
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The Cozy CupPrice: Moderate• Afternoon Tea• Mount Vernon
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5

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