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1. Mima's Cuban Cantina

3.7

Very Good(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cuban • East Rutherford

Fresh & Healthy Cuban-American CuisineBYOB Fast Casual RestaurantQuick Serve Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner EverydayWeekend Brunch

2. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(3057)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 41 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.

3. Osteria Italiana

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$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Garfield

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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4. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

4.6

Exceptional(1435)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Clifton

Booked 18 times today

Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas set out with the goal of introducing a wonderful breadth of world-class international wine that is paired with an expansive Italian, small plate menu. Our wine list and food menu are thoughtfully prepared and selected by a team that strives to introduce our guests to new, fresh Italian flavors.Wine is Spuntino’s second name! With over 50 wines by the glass, over 150 by the bottle, four wines on tap, and three wine flights offered daily, Spuntino really does have something for everyone.

5. Chevy's - Clifton

3.5

Very Good(12)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Clifton

Welcome to Chevy's - Clifton! HAPPY HOUR Monday - Friday, 3pm - 6pm, Late Night daily from 10pm to close! $2.50 Domestic Drafts, $3.50 Import Drafts, $4 Margaritas, Sangrias, Wines, plus food specials! DAILY DEALS Monday Kids Eat Free with Adult Entrée purchase. Tuesday $2 Tacos. Wednesday $2 House Margs, Frozen and On the Rocks. Thursday $9.99 Chicken Fajita. Friday $5 Tequila Flights. Saturday $20 Seafood Combo. Sunday $4 Sangria Glasses and $12 Pitchers.

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6. Mambo Cuban Peruvian

4.3

Awesome(23)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cuban • Rutherford

Booked 4 times today

Mambo Latin Kitchen - Home of the original Craft Empanada. Our Craft Empanada fillings are made with all fresh ingredients, seasoned and then marinated for a minimum of 24 hours. The fillings are then cooked and individually sealed with our homemade flour dough empanada discos that are distributed directly from a local business. And of course, always fresh & cooked to order. Enjoy!

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7. Song E Napule - Rutherford

4.8

Exceptional(380)

$$$$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!

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8. Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina Home

4.7

Exceptional(432)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Clifton

Booked 2 times today

Welcome to Bitol Restaurant! (Bitol was named after a Mayan God of the Sky) Serving authentic, vibrant, colorful delicious, fresh, and fun upscale Mexican cuisine. Tortillas are fresh-made with yellow and blue corn nixtamal masa, fora more nutritious, flavorful, and traditional taste. With an array of options for every eater. Offering an extensive handcrafted cocktail list. Along with an exceptional tequila and mezcal list, as well as a selection of wines. We look forward to seeing you.

9. Matisse 167

4.7

Exceptional(1325)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 9 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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10. Tio Taco + Tequila - Clifton

4.7

Exceptional(20)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Clifton

Booked 6 times today

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD IN AN EXCITING AND VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE. OFFERING A WIDE VARIETY OF COCKTAILS TEQUILA AND OUTDOOR DINING!

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Sophia GraceVIP
New York City •30 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Song E Napule is the best Napolitan pizza you’ll have in the states. And Giampiero isn’t a pizzaiolo— he’s the Pope of pizza! The entire team at the Rutherford location has captured our hearts. Run, don’t walk! You’ll be glad you did. We seriously cannot eat pizza anywhere else — it’s THAT good!
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Song E Napule - RutherfordPrice: Expensive• Italian• Rutherford
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Derek
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Had an amazing time with my wife and friend and definitely come back worthy restaurant.
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Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian TapasPrice: Expensive• Italian• Clifton
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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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JulianaVIP
New York City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 10, 2025
Small unassuming place. The food is excellent and worth the visit.
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Mambo Cuban PeruvianPrice: Moderate• Cuban• Rutherford
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4.3
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MLK17VIP
New York City •168 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 25, 2021
Really enjoyed my Cuban sandwhich. This restaurant has a really fun vibe and the service was great. Very attentive. Will go back.
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Mima's Cuban CantinaPrice: Moderate• Cuban• East Rutherford
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3.7

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1. Mima's Cuban Cantina

2. Elia

3. Osteria Italiana

4. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

5. Chevy's - Clifton

6. Mambo Cuban Peruvian

7. Song E Napule - Rutherford

8. Bitol Mexican Kitchen & Handcrafted Cantina Home

9. Matisse 167

10. Tio Taco + Tequila - Clifton

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