Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Lodi

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AstoriaCarlstadtChelseaCliffside ParkClosterEast Rutherford

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48 restaurants available nearby

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1. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(3057)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 66 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(380)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Rutherford

Booked 8 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. Prime 259

4.2

Awesome(89)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • River Edge

Booked 5 times today

With 20 years of experience cooking in the finest restaurants, our chef is excited to present their vision to you and all our guests. Our caring and committed staff make sure you have a fantastic experience with us. Upscale American Dining! In the heart of Bergen County. Offering a great atmosphere and outdoor dining! Full bar and extensive wine list available.

4. Matisse 167

4.7

Exceptional(1326)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 7 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. True Food Kitchen - Hackensack

4.4

Awesome(713)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Hackensack

Booked 29 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.

6. Biggie's

4.9

Exceptional(405)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Carlstadt

Booked 29 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.

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7. Noches de Colombia - Hackensack

4.7

Exceptional(83)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Hackensack

Booked 17 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.

8. DULCE PATRIA

4.4

Awesome(38)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin / Spanish • Paterson

Booked 5 times today

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9. The Rotunda by Neiman Marcus - Paramus

4.5

Awesome(104)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Paramus

Booked 1 time today

Laid-back luxe. Experience delightful dishes in a casual, contemporary atmosphere at THE ROTUNDA® PARAMUS. Muted lighting and understated, modern decor create the perfect environment for a midday retreat. Whether dining with a group or simply ordering upscale take-out, expect delectable food and exceptional service that is synonymous with Neiman Marcus.Let The ROTUNDA® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

10. Osteria Italiana

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Garfield

Booked 1 time today

Osteria Italiana Ristorante, located at 800 River Drive in Garfield, NJ, offers a warm and inviting atmosphere for those seeking authentic Italian cuisine. Situated within the Riverview Mall. Osteria Italiana offers authentic Italian menu that showcases the rich flavors of Sicily and beyond.

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Rosemarie
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 4, 2025
Excellent service, beautiful atmosphere, delicious food, respectful and experienced waiters, clean bathrooms, and overall a happy place.
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.8
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BillVIP
New York City •38 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 3, 2025
Well worth the 3 hr drive from RI. King Crab still a little frozen but Oyster selection and quality excellent. Will be back. Bill and Cindy(NJ).
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Stern & BowPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Closter
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4.7
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Marlene
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 30, 2025
Great food and ambience. The servers were excellent. They were very attentive.
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Noches de Colombia - HackensackPrice: Moderate• Spanish• Hackensack
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4.7
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Yana
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
The restaurant had a welcoming, spacious atmosphere with excellent cleanliness standards that made for a comfortable dining experience.
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True Food Kitchen - HackensackPrice: Moderate• American• Hackensack
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4.4
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Krystal
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 29, 2025
We went for brunch with unlimited mojitos, and it did not disappoint. Great ambiance and staff were friendly. Kept drinks flowing even after we paid our check.
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DULCE PATRIAPrice: Moderate• Latin / Spanish• Paterson
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4.4

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