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Cypress Tavern, Kinnelon, NJ

Cypress Tavern

4.3
4.3
158 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
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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2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 2 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (973) 492-2700
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Yiannis Aktsalis
  • Catering
    Off-site catering for all occasions available.
  • Neighborhood
    Riverdale
  • Cross street
    Stone house Rd.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Entertainment
    Every Thursday night we have live music.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 158 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

158 Reviews
  1. KellyR

    Philadelphia

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was fantastic! There were 4 of us and we all had different entrees and appetizers and the food was amazing!

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  2. AnthonyC

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dina is a wonderful and efficient and beautiful food server.

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  3. PHYLLISd

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    The waiter was amazing and there was a band there and it was hard to have conversation even though we were seated inside it was too loud maybe because the doors were open. The food was good and reasonably priced.

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  4. RobertK

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Obviously, this restaurant did not notify you that they would be closed from 8/25 to 9/4. You accepted my reservation, confirmed it and when I showed up with 4 people for a special event found it closed. This entirely ruined my celebratory plans. Shame on you and the restaurant.

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  5. DavidM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Kathy our waitress was exceptional- Warm welcome attentive service.

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  6. BarbaraF

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Outside dining is very nice, the service was very professional and friendly but the food was just OK. Great place to meet friends but not a great culinary experience.

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  7. JohnH

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    A great local place! Wonderful outside setting, attentive staff, considerable food and beverage menu, and very tasty food. My fiancé and I enjoyed perfectly cooked salmon over Greek salad and spanakopita with a Greek side salad and side of Basmati rice, along with perfectly chilled glasses of Santa Margherita Pino Grigio wine. Prices were a little higher than what I've seen elsewhere and we weren't offered bread when we were seated, but those weren't spoilers. Looking forward to going back soon to try their homemade pizza.

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  8. DianeH

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    My first time here and it was an awful experience. The hostess sat us at a table of 4 even though only 2 of us. Waitress comes over and says “you can’t sit here”. Ok not a problem but hostess put us here. We were moved. This waitress not accommodating to food allergy and we felt it was an “inconvenience “ to confirm with the chef. Food was awful chicken dried out and salad drenched in dressing. You should take the time to train your staff on the importance of allergies and better customer service. We will not be back

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2023

    overall2food1service3ambience4
    Unfortunately, the food wasn’t very good here. My husband and I had a ribeye that was overly fatty and not cooked well. My mother in law had a chicken gyro that was super dry. My kids had pasta that didn’t have much flavor. Overall, food just didn’t live up to what we were hoping for. The desserts were much better than the main fare. They did have live music though which was a nice touch.

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  10. Phil

    New York Area

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    Food is always good at cypress. Good atmosphere. Our waiter seemed confused. Twice forgot to bring drinks Didn’t seem to know the menu. Overall evening was good

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  11. Sean

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We always have a good time with good food and great service.

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  12. andreaH

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    The food was almost inedible. The service and atmosphere were great. Wish the owners would hire a different chef!

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  13. Tom4Theo

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2022

    overall3food3service4ambience5
    Our server was pleasant brought us the lemon halves I almost always request, quiet ambience was nice. Octopus was only average, rubbery. Gyros lacked the zest and flavor that we have enjoyed at other fast food places.

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  14. Dininggirl

    Osaka

    11 reviews

    1.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience2
    After ordering, we waited nearly an hour for dinner to arrive. The person who took our order turned out to be the owner and although he placed the order, he forgot about it. The meals sat in kitchen and were not delivered until I hunted someone down to find out what happened. My food was cold and I wouldn’t eat it. My husband wound up eating his because he was starving. It was one horrible date night. I’d never return.

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  15. Javiso

    New York Area

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Great menu! So many options! Delicious food. Outdoor dining is beautiful! Highly recommended!

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was excellent as always

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  17. AnthonyC

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We ordered alot of food, and everything was delicious. The atmosphere was fun with live music. A must stop on your dining list.

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  18. TeflonDon

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    4.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on August 6, 2022

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Considering they had their AC broken, it wasn’t that bad. They could’ve offered up an appetizer as a good faith. Food portions were excellent and server outstanding.

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  19. AnthonyC

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food, atmosphere, beyond 5 stars!

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  20. Phil

    New York Area

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food and service was very good

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  21. RichardO

    New York Area

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Haven't been there for a while. Food was great. Glad to be back.

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  22. VictoriaC

    Caribbean

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time to Cypress Tavern and we will definitely be back soon. We had lunch at the bar. Elaine, the bartender was great. She served food and drinks to the entire room on her own and everyone was pleased. The food was delicious. My husband and I started with a grandma pie. Great! We then had our entrees which were also delicious. Can’t wait to come back and sit on the patio outside.

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  23. Spezzareilpane

    New York Area

    40 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2022

    overall2food1service3ambience3
    We asked to be seated outside when we saw there was a band setting up. It was nice outside but our table was in a bad spot. We went there wanting to try the Authentic Greek Food. Very Disappointing. We should have taken the hint when we saw everyone else ordering hamburgers, pasta, pizza. My martini was in a glass that was half the size of a regular martini glass while my husband's Whiskey was in a large whisky glass. Tried the grilled octopus appetizer which was very overcooked and tough without much flavor. My husband's crab cake was burnt and tasteless. We did not finish the rest of our meal but did stay for the band, which was outstanding, and we had a good time listening to the music. Our waiter did ask us about the food and we were honest about why we didn't eat anything. I would go back to see the band but would probably just get a pizza or burger.

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  24. MichaelA

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2022

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    Food is very good at the Cypress Tavern. Unfortunately a number of the specials were sold out by Saturday night. We were told that the specials start on Thursday so it is not unusual for the most popular ones to be sold out by Saturday. Service could be better. Like most restaurants, the Cypress Tavern is a bit short staffed from pre-pandemic levels so a short fall in service is to be expected. But the short fall in service does not prevent eating at the Cypress Tavern from being an enjoyable experience.

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  25. Pomptonplains

    Denver

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food with fireplace option in winter and outdoor dining in summer.

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  26. charlest

    Atlantic City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2021

    overall3food2service5ambience3
    In the past, we had nice meals; however, this last visit; the food was cool. the food was overcooked. the food beer was stale.

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  27. Veep24

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Fresh food. Great service. Live music on weekends.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Naples

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2021

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Owner was very unfriendly. She couldn’t find my reservation from Open Table. Music was way too loud for indoor dining. Martini was half the size of a normal martini glass and cost $10. Food was terrible. Clams on the half shell were very tiny, seafood salad was skimpy, and the chicken gyro was dried out and no sauce. Will not be going back.

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  29. Timothy120

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on July 11, 2021

    overall2food2service2ambience5
    First disappointing visit ever. Food was meh and service was meh. Usually this place is crowded on weekends. Not this time. Maybe something going on with the chef? We’ll give it another try though…

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on June 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful Setting and Excellent Food.

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Awesome food, awesome service! Great suggestions by our waitress made the meal even better. First time here with two other couples and We all said we can’t wait to come back!

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  32. Westmilfordnj

    New York Area

    34 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2021

    overall2food5service4ambience2
    Not a great experience. Seems to be hit or miss at times. Food is always good, service was good, Pam is awesome however she was clearly overloaded that night. Food delivery was slow at best. Felt like the entire staff was being pulled in different directions. Obviously they were not prepared for the amount of reservations and walk ins they had. The band was wayyyy too loud and I don’t typically mind but the night just didn’t need that on top of all the other short comings that transpired in a chaotic atmosphere. Won’t be back for some time. They really need to assess that turmoil

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  33. lisat1962

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2021

    overall3food3service3ambience2
    Hostess didn't have our open table reservation and didn't ask for my confirmation so I doubt I received any points for dining. Restaurant very busy, some guests not abiding by mask requirements when not seated. There also seemed to be some service related issues and confusion over who was waiting on our table. Overall a nice night but with minor issues

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2021

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Awesome Greek food at a great place. This will definitely become a regular of ours for date night

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  35. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite restaurants! Great job, amazing staff, and overall enjoyable experience!

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  36. MARLEEO

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    2.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on March 27, 2021

    overall2food2service1ambience3
    Food was not very good and our service was terrible. 2 of us ordered steak and we kept asking for steak knives. 3 different people said sure they would get them to us and never did. We finally got up and got them ourselves with the help of someone from the band, after 15 minutes and our food was getting cold. Would not return here.

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  37. DianaB

    Atlantic City

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2021

    overall2food2service2ambience3
    Not the best - food and service disappointing

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  38. DeniseS

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2020

    overall2food1service5ambience3
    Traveled to see Smooth and Sassy 7-10 pm Staff started shutting off the heaters at 9:00. We learned that ownership was closing down at 9:15. I will not return

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2020

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, service and atmosphere! Always enjoy the bands!

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 23, 2020

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great place! Live music made our experience great! Great food for the price. My fiancé is gluten free and had plenty of options. We will be back!

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FAQs

Cypress Tavern offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 492-2700.

Cypress Tavern is rated 4.3 stars by 158 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

8:30 PM


Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Cypress Tavern

174 Kinnelon Rd., Kinnelon, NJ 07405

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stone house Rd.
  • Neighborhood
    Riverdale
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Italian
  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Yiannis Aktsalis
  • Entertainment
    Every Thursday night we have live music.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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