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Stern & Bow, Closter, NJ

Stern & Bow

4.7 (1094)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
171 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter, NJ 07624

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for creative cocktails
Stern and Bow: a casual, upscale restaurant from Russell Stern of Harvest, featuring seasonal, eclectic American cuisine, premium raw bar, wood-fired Neapolitan pizza, oven-roasted dishes, craft cocktails and much more.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Oyster Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Pasquale Frola
  • Neighborhood
    Closter
  • Cross street
    Old Hook Road
  • Parking details
    Valet parking during dinner hours
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,094 people are saying

Stern & Bow reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Bergen

    Great for brunch

  • Bergen

    Kid-friendly

  • Bergen

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Stern & Bow offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and a "great ambiance." Guests rave about the "spectacular" seafood, creative dishes, and attentive service, making it perfect for both special occasions and casual dining. The live music and sports bar vibe add to its charm, ensuring a memorable visit.
1,094 Reviews
  1. Jean VIP

    New Jersey108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Our usual waiter was not there and they found another one for us. He seemed very nice we ordered a special appetizer and a pizza they both arrived at the same time he said we didn’t specify the dishes to be separate all in all, the food was fantastic I highly recommend trying this place .

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  2. Ashley VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful experience at this restaurant with our two dogs! The patio is beautiful and spacious. The food was delicious. Can't wait to return!

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  3. Ellen

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time coming back since a Covid and I was very happy with everything! Food was excellent. If you want good seafood in a great more casual ambiance this is your place!

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  4. Christopher VIP

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite restaurant in town…Can’t wait to return.

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  5. joe VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food w a fun DJ but the bartender messed up my girls drink orders

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  6. Charles VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They treat you like family and are always adding creative (and delicious) dishes onto the menu!

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  7. Jean VIP

    New Jersey108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Another stellar dinner from the fennel salad to the ribs. Service was impeccable defensively should give this place a try

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  8. Daryl VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delish! Drinks were great. Waiter was wonderful.

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  9. Emil

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was a bit expensive but, what isn't these days! It was great! I don't mind paying for good food & service. It was well worth it.

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  10. Jean VIP

    New Jersey108 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another fantastic evening at Stern and Bow. Went with the intention of have the fantastic ribs but had a new pizza with pesto, chicken, roasted red peppers topped with fresh mozzarella. Super fantastic so hope they place it on the menu we highly recommend Stern and Bow

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FAQs

Stern & Bow offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (201) 750-3350.

Stern & Bow is rated 4.7 stars by 1094 OpenTable diners.

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

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  4. Bergen
  5. Closter

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for Stern & Bow

171 Schraalenburgh Road, Closter, NJ 07624

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Old Hook Road
  • Neighborhood
    Closter
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 11:30 am–2:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Oyster Bar, Pizza Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet parking during dinner hours
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Pasquale Frola
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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