Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Denville

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AmericanItalianPizzeriaGreekArgentineanMoroccan

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EssexMorris

Neighborhoods

Lake HopatcongLivingstonMorristownParsippanyRandolphRiverdale

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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BarStandardOutdoor

Accessibility

Wheelchair access

8 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Corner Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(476)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Randolph

Booked 2 times today

The Corner Bistro is a neighborhood gem with a warm, welcoming atmosphere, perfect for a night out. It's a local favorite, with a menu offering fresh, high-quality selections including Italian-inspired pastas, seafood, and steaks. The Vargas family's focus on food is evident in the rave reviews, with many praising the excellent service, ambiance, and delicious food. It's a BYOB, adding to the charm and value. The Corner Bistro is a hidden gem that's definitely worth rediscovering!

2. Il Capriccio - NJ

4.9

Exceptional(1145)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Whippany

Booked 16 times today

The dress code is Elegant Casual, and jackets are preferred for gentlemen, but not required. Proper attire is required. Shorts, Tee-Shirts, and hats are not permitted.Fresh flowers, gentle romantic lighting, chairs you can sink into, and live pianists make for an unforgettable dining experience at Il Capriccio. Knowledgeable and attentive staff further compliment the impeccably prepared fair and carefully selected wines from all over the world. Enjoy Il Capriccio's most recent addition, (weather permitting) the Tuscan inspired courtyard that seats up to 35 guests and makes for a truly "Al Fresco" dining experience.

A photo of Chef Fredy's Table restaurant

3. Chef Fredy's Table

4.8

Exceptional(2185)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Morristown

Booked 9 times today

At Chef Fredy’s Table you’ll experience the food and service of a fine dining restaurant with just enough touch of casual.From the moment you step through our doors, the titillating aroma drifting from our kitchen will seduce you towards a seat at one of our tables. The methodically designed interior that surrounds you will add the memorable touch to any special occasion be it a first date, rehearsal dinner, or 50th anniversary.For years Chef Fredy’s Table has received spectacular reviews by prestigious publications like The New York Times, The Star Ledger, The Daily Record, and NJ Monthly. With the cool silverware brushing at your fingertips, that favorite bottle of wine you’ve been hiding in your cellar and our unique flavors within your grasp, all you have to do is dig in and enjoy. Our staff will ensure your experience with us goes even better than expected because when you’re at Chef Fredy’s Table, you’re family.

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4. Alice's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(308)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Lake Hopatcong

Booked 13 times today

PLEASE BE ADVISED OF ROAD CONSTRUCTION AND TRAFFIC IN THE AREA, PLEASE PLAN YOUR ROUTE ACCORDINGLY"Great food, comfortable drink" is the mission, but at Alice’s, it's about much more than that. With a broad deck that overlooks the main stretch of Lake Hopatcong, fresh produce from nearby Halsey Island, and a naturally simple (but rustic) decor, Alice's is a place that celebrates lake living and good company.Lake Hopatcong resident Alice Szigethy opened Alice's in June 2009 to expand the selection of lake destinations. In this reinvention of a building that had been a series of eateries over several decades, the space features vaulted ceilings, reclaimed-barn-wood walls, comfy booths, and a full bar that extends from the airy interior to the breezy deck. A mahogany seating bar runs the length of the deck so guests can sit and enjoy a clear panorama of the water, and an austere metal awning gives outdoor diners a shady place to enjoy the view, the breeze-and, of course, the food.

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5. Panevino Ristorante

4.4

Awesome(970)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Livingston

Booked 14 times today

Panevino comes from the Italian words “pane e vino”, bread and wine, the essentials of life. Our working herb garden, rustic décor, wood-burning pizza oven, and a beautiful outdoor patio are just part of what makes Panevino a special place to eat. Caputo flour imported from Italy, San Marzano tomatoes, handmade fior di latte mozzarella, and water from a local spring just like the ones in Italy's Campania region make our pizza as authentic and delicious as the pies found in Naples. Our Livingston restaurant also offers savory pastas (and gluten free pasta!), fresh seafood, delicious salads, sensational antipasti and pizza delivery. Our two outdoor bocce ball courts are also a great way to have fun in the sun! Serving the area for 30 years, we are proud to be known as one of the best Italian restaurants in NJ.

6. Mezza Livingston

4.4

Awesome(670)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Livingston

Booked 6 times today

Mezza Mediterranean in Livingston, NJ prepares authentic Mediterranean cuisine with a modern touch, and our philosophy is to use the freshest ingredients at the right time to present the most incredible menu possible to our guests. We import our pita bread, and our hummus is like nothing you have ever tried here in the States, made fresh to order. Some local favorites on our menu include our Skirt Steak, Whole Grilled Bronzino, Lamb Shank & Short Rib Pappardelle, we are BYOB. We look forward to serving you the best, fresh Mediterranean lunch and dinner around in a gorgeous casual setting!

7. Churrasco Grill

4.9

Exceptional(309)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Argentinean • Parsippany

Booked 2 times today

Churrasco Grill is a family owned and operated restaurant that was established in 2005. It is located on North Beverwyck Road in Lake Hiawatha/Parsippany, less than 2 miles from Route 46. At Churrasco Grill we bring you the best of Argentina and Peru using only the freshest, local and seasonal ingredients.The wood charcoal grill and rotisserie oven is the star of the restaurant. Located in the far end of the dining room, you will be able to see our grill master doing what he does best, grilling your steak or seafood to perfection. You will want to try our pollo a la brasa as well as the mix grill, bronzino or chaufa(Asian inspired fried rice with seafood). Our popular appetizers include shrimp iza, ceviche, and our homemade baked empanadas. Be sure to leave room for desset, Churrasco Grill offers a variety of popular desserts from Peru and Argentina all made in-house including alfajores and flan.

8. Cypress Tavern

4.1

Excellent(173)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Riverdale

Booked 3 times today

For many European Cultures food is life and life is food. At Cypress Tavern, we celebrate the Mediterranean culinary passion with garden-fresh ingredients and old homemade recipes. Cypress's signature Mediterranean restaurant boasts Kinnelon's lush scenic grounds while transcending a warm color scheme with subtle blue and yellow accents and dark wood touches. Enjoy one of our twenty beers on draft or one of our signature martini's, or savor a delicious meal in our inviting dining room or al fresco on the outdoor deck. With friendly, engaging service and generous portions, Cypress is the ideal setting to enjoy dining with the warmth of family and friends, and the comfort of authentic Mediterranean cuisine. A casually creative restaurant with a creative menu, sophisticated interior and gracious service. Cypress Estiatorio is Mediterranean dining at its best! Destined to become New Jersey's premier dining and event experience!

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5.0
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CathyC
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our table of four guests all loved our meals! The Scrod, beef lasagna and filet mignon were all perfect! Our server was excellent and the ambiance is very nice. Next time when it’s cooler out we will sit outside as their patio is very nice and pretty.
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The Corner BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Randolph
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Andrea
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was a lovely dinner. Service was outstanding. We sat outside and we stayed til closing. No one rushed us and they checked occasionally to see if we needed anything. A definite return. Thank you
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4.0
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