The Saddle River Inn

Name: The Saddle River Inn
Address: 2 Barnstable Court, Saddle River, NJ, United States, 07458
Telephone: (201) 825-4016
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.9

4.9

2661 Reviews

$50 and over

French

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

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
Website
http://www.saddleriverinn.com/
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

Location
2 Barnstable Court, Saddle River, NJ 07458
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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New York / Tri-State Area
French
New Jersey - North
Best Ambiance
New Jersey - North
Romantic

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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RyanC
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Anniversary
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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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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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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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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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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Absolutely fantastic! Ultimate dining experience.
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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

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 5 times today

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

Website
http://www.saddleriverinn.com/
Phone number
(201) 825-4016
Private party facilities
Semi Private Loft - capacity 20
Private party contact
Anthony Helou: (201) 825-4016

The Saddle River Inn

Make a reservation

Additional information

Menu

What 2,661 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Protective equipment

Screening

FAQs

How is The Saddle River Inn restaurant rated?

Is The Saddle River Inn currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Additional information