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The Saddle River Inn, Saddle River, NJ

The Saddle River Inn

4.9
4.9
2661 Reviews
$50 and over
French
Classic French cuisine with a contemporary flair is featured in a romantic, rustic, barn along the banks of the Saddle River.
BYOB

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    French, Contemporary French, Contemporary American

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (201) 825-4016

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Formal Attire

  • Executive chef

    Jamie Knott

  • Private party facilities

    Semi Private Loft - capacity 20

  • Private party contact

    Anthony Helou: (201) 825-4016

  • Neighborhood

    Saddle River

  • Cross street

    East Allendale Avenue & West Saddle River Road

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access

What 2,661 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New York / Tri-State Area

    French

  • New Jersey - North

    Best Ambiance

  • New Jersey - North

    Romantic

  1. HeinzV

    Caribbean

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best RESTAURANT in Bergen County! I always go Steakhouses and will always lean that way but this is my favorite restaurant.

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  2. Diana

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Every time we visit it is absolutely delicious! I just wished that it would be easier to make a reservation for the weekend.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and experience are always great. Soft shell crab appetizer, veal chop and risotto were all delicious

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  4. None

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Saddle River Inn is by far the best restaurant in all of northern NJ. The food is amazing and the service is outstanding…my absolute favorite restaurant!!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The best restaurant in NJ and possibly the country. Perfection on all fronts in a romantic Barn. Go!!

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  6. JudithM

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Dinner music could be softer air conditioners need to be adjusted to avoid drafts

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  7. Dave1

    New York Area

    78 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A little pricey but the food is OUTSTANDING!!! Szechuan noodles Nd truffle risotto appetizers were outrageous. Porterhouse for 2, perfectly done.

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  8. ShariH

    New York Area

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Truly among the best of the best French Restaurants in the tri-state area, and how fortunate we are that this gem is in our neighborhood! Food was heavenly, service was superior. Treated ourselves to the Wagyu which, though more rare than the medium rare we ordered, did not disappoint (so we didn't send it back), the delicious lamb chops and the must-have truffle fries. Tuna tartare appetizer was amazing, as was the peanut mousse dessert. Also enjoyed the seasonal salad and brussels sprouts. We celebrated our 1st, 25th and last night our 36th anniversary at the Inn; looking forward to many more special dinners there!

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  9. Nish

    New York Area

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, as expected, was excellent. Service, including busing, was very professional. Many restaurants will take an individual's plates away rather than waiting for everyone to finish. Our service team had it right. SRI will always be a special place.

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  10. LuvFood

    New York Area

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was outstanding. The whole menu was imaginative and sounded wonderful. We very much enjoyed our food and the service was top notch. Matt was our waiter and he was great! It is pricey however so be prepared but you got a high quality meal.

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  11. CathyA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful atmosphere. Excellent service and food. I would recommend this gem to anyone!

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  12. EricW

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a fantastic meal at a more than reasonable cost based on the quality you receive. Service was fantastic.

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  13. GeorgeW

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    Table of 6 people next to us very loud and with the place being small as is made it very difficult to hear across the table. That being said, the food and service were excellent!

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  14. AnthonyS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Tough reservation but great food, service, and ambience. The steaks and specials were all amazing.

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  15. DonnaD

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful dining experience at the Saddle River Inn! Jamie Knott does not disappoint! Food, Server Nick and the rest of the wait staff were fabulous!

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  16. angelar

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Saddle River Inn never disappoints! So lucky it’s in my backyard!!

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  17. ScottA

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We have been here a few times before, a bit pricey but every bite is delicious. We had Ty wait on us and his recommendations were great. Had a veal chop that was spot on. Truffel ravioli also awesome.

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  18. Foodie

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent all around dining experience! Food, service , atmosphere and it's a BYOB. Highly recommend.

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  19. LSSS

    Miami

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Beautiful experience, wonderful food. Newbies had to learn the hard way to BYO vino. Def will go back.

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  20. Tom1

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The waitstaff were excellent as always. Tye, Leo, Anthony and all the support staff provided dedicated service and showed genuine interest in our well-being . The food was delicious as always. Thank you all.

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  21. Grace

    New York Area

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful birthday dinner for my husband. Everything we ordered was beyond our expectations. The food, the service in the building itself is just perfect.

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  22. chrisr

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Food and service was great however the place although lovely is a little overpriced. Great place for a special occasion but not for casual dinning $$$$$$$$

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  23. DianeO

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the field chop, which was excellent tender, and my husband had the pork chop what she said was very tasty and tender. It was a great experience.

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  24. BarryS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Been to Saddle River inn quite a few times over the years. Always a great time with well prepared food and very good service. One of the best restaurants in the tri-state area.

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  25. LANA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A lovely setting with outstanding food. The new menu features truffles risotto as an appetizer or entree — fantastic!

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Saddle River Inn is my "go to" place to celebrate with friends. The food, service, and ambiance provide the perfect setting, and it is byob! You can't ask for more than that.

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  27. C5HHK

    New York Area

    98 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    98 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfection! This is our absolute favorite restaurant. The food is the most delicious, the service is impeccable and the atmosphere lovely. The quality of the food and the preparation is second to none.

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  28. TatyanaM

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food in a rustic yet elegant setting. Service is friendly and attentive. I highly recommend this place and we will definitely be coming back.

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  29. dutch9236

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    amazing food. table next to us was very loud, but would 100% go back.

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  30. JimB

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food5service5ambience3
    It feels loud inside which impacted overall experience

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  31. FelipeA

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    How to start? It's the facto the best restaurant in Bergen County, no doubt about that. The service is just perfect without being intrusive, the food quality is superb, of course as any restaurant they have dishes that are really a must have, for them I would definitely have the truffle risoto, specially during white truffle season, sadly during this moment it's not so we had the black truffle which is just perfection. The meat there is really the star the wagyu beff it's something to really cherish and the Chef prepare in such perfect way... But I don't want to limit, really it's hard to get a wrong dish... Dessert I would elect the banana dish, really left us asking: How can banana taste so good? If I would point anything as a negative, it's the price, sadly this level of attention comes at a cost and be ready to wait to get in, reservations are quite difficult and require advance, even do they do offer healthy option I would say that it's not the restaurant for someone looking to go in a diet, remember "You don't make friends with salad."

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  32. aldokocha

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    Probably I was expecting too much but from 4 dishes we've ordered one was OK and the rest are really mediocre. I was trying to find any justification for inflated prices ($200 for two people) but unfortunately the best part of the meal was the bottle of wine we had brought with us. I won't be back but if you still have to chech it out bring good wine and don't expect too much.

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  33. Foodie

    New York Area

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My wife and I eat at the Saddle River Inn just about every week. The food is outstanding as is the service. Difficult to recommend appetizers and entree's as you can't go wrong with any of the choices. Enjoy, it's a wonderful dining experience.

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  34. RyanC

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Anniversary

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  35. Dave

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Old school barn-meets-upscale decor, very attentive staff and delicious food. Kale Caesar was a big cut above the norm. LI Duck was delicious. Will definitely be back.

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  36. Halfmiler

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always, a wonderful meal. The prices have gone up but we know inflation is a culprit. We thought $72 for the Dover Sole was a bit much but it was the best we have ever had. The table next to us was noisy but it was not the restaurant’s fault.

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  37. PatK

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yes, it is pricy, but it was one of the best meals I have ever had! I often order Brtanzino and charred Brussels Sprouts so I do have a comparison. The Artichoke hearts with Parmesan simply wonderful! Outstanding meal! Desserts were okay.

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  38. Aneudy

    New York Area

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, food and ambiance. Would definitely be returning.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely fantastic! Ultimate dining experience.

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  40. MonicaR

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a fabulous and delicious meal. There’s a new spring menu and I had the Branzino which was wonderful! We love dining here because the incredible food and wonderful service never disappoints!

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Saddle River Inn is rated 4.9 stars by 2661 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
Google Map for The Saddle River Inn

2 Barnstable Court, Saddle River, NJ 07458

Additional information

  • Cross street

    East Allendale Avenue & West Saddle River Road

  • Neighborhood

    Saddle River

  • Hours of operation

    Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    French, Contemporary French, Contemporary American

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Dress code

    Formal Attire

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Jamie Knott

  • Additional

    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Outdoor Firepit, Outdoor Smoking Area, View, Wheelchair Access

  • Phone number

    (201) 825-4016

  • Private party facilities

    Semi Private Loft - capacity 20

  • Private party contact

    Anthony Helou: (201) 825-4016

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