50 Best American Restaurants near Caldwell

“The best turkey burgers I've ever had. The waffle fries are amazing! Such a fun place to grab a bite! The staff and service is amazing. Super kind and friendly. The overall vibe and ambiance is so cool and fun. A great place to grab a bite and drink with friends or go out to dinner with the family.“

“24-Hour Halal IHOP in New Jersey is a dream!This location is the first IHOP to serve a fully halal menu with their separate grill & fryer! This location is so spacious, and the customer service here is excellent! & The menu is all year round!My favorites were the pancakes, of course, steak & eggs, & the breakfast biscuit sandwich was sooo good!Perfect place to enjoy halal food option with your family, friends & loved ones.“

“Host and waitstaff, we're very nice and helpfull. I knew the place as a diner 40yrs ago! It's come a long way as far as food and atmosphere. I ordered the chicken shish kabobs, tasty but the chicken was a little overcooked, my date ordered the hamburger ? w/ all the works and really enjoyed it!“

“OMG! We wanted to hit Tops Diner but it was packed so we looked on Yelp for something different. Im so glad Tops was packed because this place is amazing. Greeted by very friendly staff, sat quickly. Our waitress was great, answered all our questions. Get the wings with the house sauce, we got buffalo and house. We agreed we are getting the house sauced wings next time, they were both good but dang that house sauce. Had the Seoul sister with jerk chicken, amazing. Fiancee had a sandwich with the sweet potato tots, also amazing. Pound cake is delish!! I actually took a whole one home for dessert for a dinner party the next day. Everyone raved about how good it was. We're an hour away but I will drive a 2+ hour round trip for this food again!!! Go here, you won't be disappointed.“

“To start, the food is absolutely delicious here. The unique Korean/French fusion had some interesting and tasty options. Will definitely go back to order things I didnt get to try. Unfortunately, it was evident that they were understaffed (maybe it was just this one night? Things happen). The person who sat us was also the server, food runner, and busser; with all these responsibilities, it was impossible to be as attentive as I know they could have been because they were very sweet and polite. Despite the service, I would still recommend coming here because the quality of food is outstanding.“

“The shrimp and grits are good — cheesy, lemony and perfectly seasoned. The people are nice and the decor is immaculate. We sat at the counter and the bar is so aesthetic✨ Would love to come back with a reservation and dine in one of the booths.“

“I’m hesitant to even write a review because I consider this place a true hidden gem! With so many options in the area I find myself forgetting about Turtle & Wolf until after my recent visit it sprang to the top of my list!I went for a birthday celebration and my friends and I shared a bunch of dishes. Everything was so well executed, the portions were generous and we just had such a lovely evening. Cannot pass on this adorable BYOB.“

“Been going to Shannon Rose for years...dinner with friends, teacher appreciation etc. I love their food especially their nachos and burgers and I loooove the sangria. We love Ashley she's a great worker, pleasant and always willing to accommodate us. Def a 5 start visit when Ashley's working!!“

“I ordered catering for my birthday event last weekend and the food was amazing! I’ve been a true fan of this restaurant ever since I’ve moved up to Bloomfield a few years ago and I always bring my friends and family to this restaurant. Whether it’s Brunch or dinner, the food never disappoints! Hence why I thought it was a good idea to ask for them to cater for my bday! Anthony and his team were very accommodating and brought out the rest of trays as the previous ones started emptying out which I greatly appreciated due to the lack of space we were given at the venue. We ordered the chicken empanadas, beef empanadas, broccoli rabe, mixed greens salad, Mac and cheese, chicken parm, eggplant parm, pasta vodka, meatballs and potato croquettes. All dishes were excellent and everyone was excited to pack the leftovers home as well! I also ordered catering from here back in February for my galentines party and the food was also a success during that time. I know I can count on them for providing exemplary food as well as service. Thank you, Anthony and his team for making my birthday memorable!“

“The BEST guacamole!Vegetarian options: I am vegan and can always find something delicious to eat at Sonoma Grill.My partner thoroughly enjoyed his short ribs.The table side guacamole is phenomenal!The cocktails are always amazing and the staff is always so friendly and accommodating. This is one of our favorite places to eat in Nutley.“

“Friendly and hospitable service. Food came in a decent time for the size of the order and they have great vegan/vegetarian options. I got the veggies egg white omlette and it was delicious and my mother, who's a stickler about fish, loved their fried fish and fries.“

“Our Dinner club had a great time last evening. Food was delicious as expected, everyone enjoyed their dish. We received great service as well. The place had a modern vibe and lively ambience, perfect for a Friday night out. Thanks to James to work out a selective menu for us and ensure smooth service!“

“our absolute favorite restaurant almost anywhere. Best described as new American comfort Food with the twist. The chef is phenomenal. The service is also wonderful and attentive. A generous poor of wine. Prices are reasonable. Highly recommend.“

“I chose a simple breakfast today! Cyndia's knocked it out of the park with their Over Easy Eggs, Home Fries and Whole Wheat toast! Everything was cooked to perfection. It was awesome! The Great Friendly Service and Atmosphere made my breakfast experience even better. Highly recommend stopping in you will be glad you did! To Cyndia's staff keep up the Great Work, Quality and Service you provide to your customers!!!“

“I don't know how many times I drove by Wood Stack on Rt 46 without paying any attention to it. Then a family party was held there and I was impressed. The food here is just good. Fresh, plenty of it, and served attractively. It has become one of our go-tos. I especially like the lunch menu - the eggplant sandwich and half salad is my regular order. The pizzas are excellent and the entrees generous and full of flavor. My husband's favorite thing is the chocolate chip cookie and milk dessert, served warm on a wooden board. Service is always consistent too. Great place to have here in town.“

“Had a guys night out with 10 friends, the staff was amazing, top notch service. I believe her name was Gina. Made great drinks and great sense of humor. Food was delicious, had the pork chop with pineapple plus some other toppings which now ranks top 2 on my list. Thank you for hosting us. Will be back again very soon.“

“Almost hidden on a small street in Belleville, Me & Tommy's looks like someone's house from the outside. Once inside, you are immediately treated as a guest in a friend's home. We received such a warm welcome, that my husband asked if I knew the staff. That level of service continued throughout the entire meal. I can't remember the last time I experienced such outstanding service. The dining area is quite small, and they are busy all night. I would most definitely call for a reservation in advance. The atmosphere is lively and boisterous. Not meant for a quiet romantic evening. Kinda like a loud Sunday family dinner vibe. For food: Smothered Rice Balls in Vodka Sauce, Stuffed Cubanelle Peppers, Pasta Volognese, and Artichoke Chicken. For me, the Rice Balls were my favorite dish. Generously portioned, the rice balls are a cheesy carb delight. The famous vodka sauce was creamy and plentiful. Highly recommend. The Stuffed Peppers were two very large, beautiful cubanelles (my personal fav pepper). My husband loved the stuffing, while I did think it was a touch over seasoned. The Volognese- cross btw vodka and bolognese) was enormous! It does lean more to the bolognese, but was tasty nonetheless. My Chicken Artichoke special consisted of three chicken breasts with mozzarella and artichoke hearts in a white wine lemon sauce over linguine. This was a very tasty and satisfying dish, and -you guessed it- generous. We shared an Affogatto with Bailey's liqueur for dessert which was a perfect end to the meal. Even my espresso was delicious. The prices are very reasonable for the portion sizes. We took home enough left overs for another meal! We will most definitely return.“

“I absolutely love this place! From the food, atmosphere and customer service. I have used them twice to cater my baby shower and a recent birthday party. Zinna the owner is super sweet, professional, punctual. She truly wants the customer to be happy and checks in with you. My family and friends loved the food and I will always use them in the future.“

“The outback steak house is one of our favorite places to go. We love the Walk About Wednesday Special- but even more so, we love our favorite server, Victoria. She is so kind. She is really sweet. She remembers my food allergies and she puts up with my boyfriend's dad jokes LOL. We would give her 10 stars if we could!“

“Food is fantastic and customer service is amazing. If you’re in the area you need to definitely drop by and grab a byte. They have a variety of things and they can custom anything you desire. Also LEO discount are offered which is a plus!“

“This quick service branch of Al basha has food that was amazing best Middle Eastern food in all of jersey and the customer service was impeccable the server Anwar Lotfe provided me with some of the most amazing customer service I’ve ever experienced ♥️“

“The owner is welcoming the wings fried hard pack with favor. He let us sample the house sangria which was delicious. This spot doesn’t miss a beat with the menu options. Rocket fuel is definitely a hidden gem and highly recommended for anyone that what to try new original favors. Last but not least stand of experience is was when I told the owner I was feeling the teriyaki sauce the cook in real time fix the recipe to my personal liking, now I’m forever a customer.“

“I would give this place ten stars if I could. This place is great. My wife has celiac and they are always attentive to her dietary needs which is a big plus for me. The food is great. Prepared well and really huge portions which is great for me because I'm a big eater. Their veal shop is out of this world along with their skirt steak just to mention a couple of dishes. No matter what you order you can't go wrong. I tried their short rib over pasta and I loved it. I'm not even crazy about short ribs accept when I had them at Robert's Scratch Kitchen. They way he makes those short ribs is ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. For the desserts, out of this world. The service is great. Any dietary needs, food allergies they will accommodate with great tasting food. If you want to any substitutions they will accommodate you. Great staff. For ambiance, the place is decorated beautifully. Really classy, and really clean. Can't say enough good things about this place. If you are looking for a great meal and service this is the place for you.“

“Finally had the chance to stumble on in to The Greeks in Kearny, NJ today for what some people consider the best Jersey Meat/Egg/Cheese in the state!! I don’t care to argue over the name of it. Call it pork roll, call it Taylor ham, call it your aunt sally…I say Jersey Meat to avoid the argument.This may or may not be the best one I’ve had, but it’s absolutely in the conversation. 7 slices of controversy with two eggs and plenty of cheese on a delicious NJ fresh Kaiser roll. This sandwich is exactly $10 and this establishment is cash only. I am perfectly okay paying $10 for this with that much protein going on.The Greeks - Didn’t Suck! ???“

“In my eyes shake shack can do no wrong, but the service here was lovely. You don’t expect anyone to care once you get your food at a take out//tray place like this but Patrick not only brought our food out but checked on us & cleared our table as we were heading out. Thanks shake shack.“

“Adam Weiss's talents shine through in every dish on his menu. The combination flavors and unique preparations keep us coming back time after time. Tonight's carrot soup special and arctic char were simply amazing. Adam's cheesecake is still my hands down favorite ever. Hedy is the perfect hostess- we should all have a Mom like her in our corner! So grateful to have this gem in our backyard.“

“Got even better , if thats possible!!!!Great place in Chatham for a chicken sandwich, ranking in my top 3 places. The wings are off the hook as well. Get the fries with the aieilo and chic too. A must try for a fast food option you won't be disappointed. Service is above average and they have a great disposition as well. Makes eating there a more than pleasant experience.Another great time !!!!!!!“

“We came here on a Saturday and from start to finish Ray’s was enjoyable. The staff was very friendly and for it to be as crowded as it was they were very engaging with the customers. The food came out quickly and was delicious! Truly a wonderful family owned spot! Will definitely be going back.“

“I'd give it 10 if I could. Lots of variety, great food, very reasonably priced AND friendly service. Parking is a bit of a challenge in Little Falls but this place is worth the short walk for the out of towners. Obviously a local walk to secret gem. This is on my go to list.“

“This place is top notch across the board!! We love coming here - the food is always amazing and steps of service are always met! A true gem!Kid-friendliness: Ribs are our son’s fave! Honestly I don’t even know if they have a kids menu.“

“We came in today for a special treat and boy, did we get one! We had the pleasure of sitting in Tati’s section this morning. Our food arrived timely and well-prepared. We were given hot water for our silverware immediately. As always, the catfish from off the soul food menu was hittin. Tati was super attentive to our needs. Great service and food.“

“Wonderful experience. We had no idea what to order, so Modupe (the owner) surprised us. I only wish I could have eaten more! My daughter who can be picky was so happy with her shrimp and fries that she drew Modupe a picture. Highly recommend!!“

“Never thought that there is a cool barn in town. My 1st impression was the woodenly rustic environment and decorations bringing the cozy vibe. Food and drinks were perfectly tasty. Our waiter that night was helpful and informative. This spot is voted for one of the most beautiful ones during the Christmas season. Can't wait to come back.“

“This honestly was some great food. I’m not gonna lie I be iffy about New Jersey food being from NYC but tbh this was bussin. If you know you know. I’m definitely coming back with my friends, because this is where it’s at! Loved itttt.“

“I stopped into Bask 46 on Thursday for Happy Hour. Enjoyed the ambiance & vibe and that carried over to your bartender.She was the star of it all. She greeted me with a smile and made me one of the best old fashioned I’ve ever had. I think I’ve found my “Cheers” !!! See you again !!“

“Restaurant is at the former Fascino location with same chef and waitstaff (but new owner and renovated space). Food is as fantastic as ever! Very attentive service. The pastas are awesome. The pan seared sea scallops with smoked cauliflower is to die for. BYOB.“

“The lobster bisque in a bread bowl was delicious. I don't know where they get their bread bowls but mine was perfect. Warm and crusty on the outside but soft and yummy on the inside.The mocktails are new since our last visit and the mojito was the best I've had so far at a restaurant. I also had the kale caesar salad with blackened grouper which I really enjoyed.“

“I have to say I really enjoy The Thirsty Turtle. Although it's a sports bar and you think it might just be cool to watch a game, the food and staff are excellent and professional. We went the other night and met friends for dinner and it was a fantastic experience! The waiter, (I don't remember his name), but he memorized our order and everything came out perfect! We had appetizers, burgers, beer & drinks, and enjoyed everything we ate and drank. I also have to call out Manny who went above and beyond in helping me. He is smart and knows how to treat customers. Any establishment should be lucky to have him!“

“This is an adorable little place with the most delicious corned beef hash I have ever had. We also tried the veggie hash breakfast which was equally amazing. What a gem and fantastic find this place is. We'll be back really soon!Parking: Parking lot with a bunch more spaces behind the cafe.“

“I only have ordered on uber eats so I don’t know service and atmosphere, but the oxtail is on point. The beef patties….. wow….. I need to know what spices they useGreat food. I have ordered MANY times in the past few weeks. And will continue“

“Charley is hands down my favorite restaurant in the Harrison area. From the food, the vibes, to the great cocktails, whatever you choose, you can’t go wrong. Jay behind the bar and Sam on the floor really elevate the experience by providing quality service. 10/10 highly recommend.“

“I love love love Desiree, Gerry, Dan, and Kelly. Such great staff and energy. No matter what kind of day it is, I always feel welcomed. Thank you for being such amazing people! If you’re ever around the area, come by! You won’t regret it <3“

“My husband and I love this place. We go frequently and sit at the bar to eat and watch hockey. The food is always good and my husband enjoys the beer list, which is updated frequently. A special shout out to John and Brendan behind the bar who always make us feel welcome.“

“We were here for the first time today and we will definitely be back! Such a cool atmosphere! The nicest people. Terrific service and owner was so sweet! She even brought us a little dessert treat on the house after our lunch! My kids and I loved the vibe and the food. We can’t wait until the next time!“

“Love this place! Great food, great drinks, service is always speedy and pleasant. Depending on what time and day you go you'll have a variety of different but interesting people to chat with, unless you just feel like people watching which is fine too.“

“We found this place while working in the area and decided to give it a shot. Located on Lock St in Newark. The outside looks inviting with music playing and seating outside. Inside is newly built with plenty of seats and a bar area. The menu is all online as is the ordering. I ordered the Vermont rooster sandwich which comes with fries .. it's a deep fried boneless chicken thigh on a brioche bun with lettuce tomato and pickles with bacon cooked perfectly. My buddy had the cheese steak which he said was really good and he's a bit picky. Tons of cheese and a horseradish aoli spread. They have salads and pizza as well. Don the owner cooks everything from scratch and it really shows once you dig in! Nicely plated and priced right. They also serve dinner after 4 pm. If you're looking for good food cooked with love and you're in the area stop in and I think you'll be glad you did.Wheelchair accessibility: Ground level on the parking lot side.“

“No frills, throwback diner. Both in the ambience and the prices, which seem frozen in the early 2000s. Cash only, often with a line this is a local institution that's worth visiting if you enjoy crab benedict. Our little ones also like the French toast.“

“Natasha greeted me so nicely and got me seated right away. She’s always has good energy and a bright smile. The waitress ( Liat ) was also on point, she always checked on us and made sure everything was perfect!! Service is too good. The best Applebees location for sure“

“I recently experienced exceptional service and bartending at a local establishment. The staff, led by skilled bartenders, demonstrated a high level of professionalism and friendliness , to providing attentive service, and the overall experience was top-notch. The ambiance, coupled with the expertise of the bartenders, made for an enjoyable and memorable evening. Highly recommend for those seeking both quality drinks and outstanding service. Mimi is also very lovely , very sweet , one of my favorite Bartenders, her service was outstanding! Definitely coming back“

“Always a good experience here the hosts always Greet you with a positive attitude and the service is always top notch. Prices are also very fair.Parking: Fair amount of parking entrance and exit are also easy to navigateKid-friendliness: Kid friendly food options and chairs“