50 Best American Restaurants near Chestnut Ridge

“I love everything about this place! The food is outstanding and the staff are amazing! Shout out to Christa, who is the soul of the place, and Cory, who goes above and beyond (crayons & paper for my little one). The cafe is a second home to me :-)“

“the food and service was outstanding! awesome coffee and pizza“

“Second time here and both times have been exceptional. I had the fois gras terrine with peach and chili which had the perfect balance of sweetness to cut through the fois gras, with a little bit of heat from the chili. My Wife had the smoked salmon on Gouda hash brown which although very rich was her highlight of the meal! For main I had the 21oz sirloin and my wife had the iberico pork shoulder - both cooked to perfection.The ambience of the restaurant is cosy, but unsurprisingly upmarket and the staff are all very pleasant.“

“Best breakfast ever in New York!“

“Great Lunch… Izzy our waiter went above and beyond to make sure we were enjoying our lunch. We go here frequently and always a good meal and very accommodating.“

“Absolutely amazing. Julia was our waitress and she was very attentive but not overbearing like others can be. She knew when to come and check on us and when we just wanted to be. Food was as always, delicious.“

“It is always such a great experience, the service is excellent and the food is amazing. My mother, husband and sister all ordered the short ribs special and they all agreed it was over the top delicious. My other sister had the Halibut and she was very satisfied with her dish and I had the duck which is always amazing.“

“I played here for Blank-Fest 2022... great room! Great Staff ...Great Fun!!!“

“Nico is the top bartender in the area, super knowledgeable on all the beers and food and goes the extra mile for you. Furthermore, the GM Sal is a great guy who also knows all there is to know about local beers and the food at Shannon Rose. Overall a great spot for all types of drinks and food! 10/10“

“The food here is excellent! I love when a chef has seasonal menus. We arrived the first night of their ‘Spring menu” and it was amazing. I had the crab cake appetizer and the scallops for my entree. The favorite thing I tried all night was the fried artichoke and calamari dish - omg a must try! My aunt had the cod for her entree which she loved. The portions are on the bigger side. The hostess, the staff, and Chef were all so friendly and welcoming!“

“I was in the area for a doctor's appointment and wanted to pick up some brekkie. I found Bagel Nosh close by. It was a Tuesday at around 9 am. I called ahead for pick up and my order was ready in less than 10 minutes, and piping hot. I ordered a sausage and cheese on a toasted everything wheat bagel, which hit the spot.l. Some places will only give you one sausage patty even when you don't order it with egg but this one came with two. The bagel itself was pretty good and they have more options than most places. It's a pretty heavy/greasy brekkie but you get a bang for your buck here, and it's nice for a once in a while treat.“

“Our absolute favorite, go-to restaurant. The service is great - the owner is welcoming (even once escorted our toddler to the c-store next door to buy some candy) and all the wait staff is great, especially Jason who is incredibly kind. Food is excellent quality and fairly priced for how good it is. Pastas are cooked perfect al dente. Great meat dishes especially the pork chop french cut. The desserts are quite good as well - love the coconut cake. Because it's not huge it isn't quiet but we've never found it to be uncomfortably loud and it has a great ambience.“

“Fun hight out with my wife. Great lively atmosphere“

“There's a good reason you see so many 5 Star reviews - this place is awesome! The food is fresh, menu is creative and the staff are v nice. I promise anyone that goes that it won't be their last visit.“

“Great people - terrific food! I had the grilled mahi-mahi with tropical salsa - excellent!“

“Amazing staff, delicious food, the perfect spot for your event! John was such a pleasure to work with. He took care of every need and made sure that my event went perfectly. My family and I were beyond happy with everything and enjoyed having the private space for us and our guests. Can’t recommend enough and will def be coming back! Thanks again iachetti’s kitchen for everything!“

“Honey Buffalo boned wings are 10/10. One of the best wings I ever had.Burger was juicy and very flavorful.Salted Caramel cheese cake was very soft and spot on.Plenty of parking.Outside courtyard today on 4/28/24 had perfect weather and bloomed pink tree. (Not sure what type of tree)Irish nachos I didn't expect to enjoy as much as i did.Would definitely return.Honey Buffalo Wings are a must!“

“Quick service and good food!!“

“Great food , amazing service!“

“Great location, food and beer selection. Had a lovely afternoon.“

“Amazing steak. Great service.“

“Bobby Wongs is a welcome addition to the Hawthorne food scene. With a great niche- this soulfully Asian spot is a go to for real and quality stuff! Having them downtown is dangerous only bc I live so close! The chicken original with wok’d rice is a perfect balance of heat and savory. The beef buns ( really all the buns) are a can’t miss- any specials they have are definitely worth a try!“

“Great Place,Great Food,Very Friendly people working, Been there 3 times in two weeks and have had nothing but good things to say. Thanks for a great experience“

“Took a nice drive to one of our first dates spots… Palisades mall… We always seen this place busy, we decided to give it a try for a late lunch. If drinks is their specialty, then they nailed it. The food paired well deliciously. This is a “we will be back” type of place. Kid friendly too.“

“Great staff great food and great atmosphere ! New location !“

“My favorite go to. From omelets to sandwiches and everything in between. Fresh and delicious every time. Love it!! Great guys, great chefs. You can order anything and they will prepare it perfectly. Even if it's not on the menu. They have tables and TVs for dining in or just hanging out in a great atmosphere. Definitely worth trying. You won't be disappointed.“

“I've only eaten there once, but I can see myself visiting again. Service was very good, and friendly. The "Alvin" Grilled Chicken Sandwich was tasty, though the Chicken was a bit chewy. The French Fries were very good. The menu looks very ambitious, and I look forward to trying their other offerings. The bathrooms are tiny, but clean! It's a safe bet that you'll get an enjoyable meal at Strawberry Place.“

“I organized a parents night out for Grace Nursery School parents to get together on a weeknight and had a great experience. Elena helped me organize the 15 person event by reserving space at the front of the restaurant/bar for our group and they offered appetizers to our group, while we ordered dinner and drinks. Food was tasty, service was great. I'll be going back again and would recommend for a group gathering.“

“If it’s brunch, lunch or dinner Just Janice is the perfect spot. Amazing staff and great food. Couple favorites are the pancakes for brunch, fish tacos for lunch and for dinner definitely penne vodka. Janice and Ali are so sweet and treat everyone like family!“

“We had a fabulous evening … the shepherds pie was perfect and we could not have asked more from the staff .., attentive, professional, prompt and so very friendly !!! Great night !!!“

“Grazie di tutto! Twice, recently, I dined at I'l Fresco with friends and family members; The words they used to describe Il Fresco were: -Fabulous - dinner was scrumptious -Phenomenal restaurant and staff -Tastiest sauce in the world - delicious hot bread out of the oven. -An Exceptional dining experience. -Amazing homemade tiramisu - wonderful desserts -Best meal ever - better than the meals I had while visiting Sorrento, Italy. From my cousin who went back to Belfast, Northern Ireland: I am keen to get back to visit again and hopefully we can visit the fantastic restaurant again, can't remember the name otherwise it would be getting a 5 star from me. Frank, Henry, Marissimo, and the entire staff always go the extra mile to provide "5" plus Star service. Thank you also - to the wonderful chef and staff behind the scenes. Thanks for everything! Kindest wishes, Colleen“

“My wife and I stopped by today for lunch. I got a hamburger, onion rings, and a strawberry shake. My wife got a cheeseburger, sweet potato waffle fries, and a vanilla shake. All the food was really good and so were the shakes. All the workers were very nice. We will definitely be going back.“

“A Small cozy restaurant with excellent food and service… I felt like I was in Athens again… baklava was to die for… will definitely go back and bring my friends..“

“One the best if not the best restaurant in Bergen County. The cauliflower appetizer is outstanding. I had the sole veronique. Perfectly cooked and incredible. My wife had the chicken Milanese and the chicken moist, not greasy in the least . Definitely recommend it.“

“great music venue with wide variety of acts.“

“Went for breakfast on a Monday. Went back to try lunch on Wednesday. Can’t go wrong with either. Great menu choices for both. Good food good prices. Nice people. Gail and Edward professional and friendly. Made good recommendations. Glad we tried Tri Valley we will be back.“

“i have family who are seniors that live nearby, i go and visit them at least twice a year and thios is where we go every single time....driving by plenty of other spots on the way. Its basically bar food but the best that bar food gets, the service is friendy and accommodating. on weekends i think we were even turned away without a reservation once, so check to be sure.“

“What’s Cookin is an excellent restaurant. Friendly service, great food and very fair prices. It is a family environment. I have ordered three catering meals from there as well and the food comes hot and ready to serve. I would highly recommend.“

“I wish they had better and more food options because I don’t come here for the drinks, but I understand it’s a pub place. The trivia nights are a blast and it’s so fun to come and play board games and hang out with your friends or do a work event. Great, multiuse spaceParking: get here early if there’s an event because the lot is tight and cramped and fills up really fast. No idea if it’s safe to park in other lots or if you’ll get a ticket and it always stresses me out“

“Taco Thursday’s! Who doesn’t like a taco? Food is very fresh and best Mexican food around. Margaritas are made fresh with squeezed limes not a mix. One of my favorite places for Sunday breakfast! Everyone is very friendly and welcoming.“

“Great variety of food and delicious! The staff is friendly and efficient!!!“

“We are at The Burger Loft on a Friday night. it was very busy, but the service was good and the food was outstanding!“

“The food here is absolutely delicious! “Hands down, the best schwarma I’ve had since visiting Isreal. Real fresh ingredients. Not only is the food exquisite, but the portions are also incredibly generous, ensuring you leave fully satisfied!“

“Munno’s catered a party we hosted this past weekend. They delivered the food on time, set everything up for us and the food tasted great. Would definitely use them again.“

“I work locally and order from here at least 2 times per week. Everything I have ordered is ALWAYS fantastic. The gyro sauce "white dill dauce", do not call it tzatziki ( I was gently corrected several times) is phenomenal! so much so that I would dunk the Pastrami Reuben into it. The gyro, to quote Andrew Zimmern, sloopy, ooey gooey deliciousness! The star of the show has to be the cheesesteak eggroll, holy #$%^!!!! I called today to order and when I was told it was sold out...yeah, that's right, a non-Chinese eatery being sold out of egg rolls! I replaced with the cheesesteak empanada....BAM just as good! I am skeptical about ordering anything different because on the SLIM chance what I ordered does not hit the Empire State Building bar that has been set.....I feel like I would have just wasted my lunch. Not gonna happen... EAT HERE! That is all.“

“CHECK THIS PLACE OUT!!! MY WIFE AND I CELEBRATED MY 30TH BIRTHDAY HERE AND WE VERY MUCH ENJOYED!! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND“

“Great staff and food. Coming back for the evening music too!“

“This is our new favorite place! Everything from the delicious, freshly prepared and beautifully presented food, to their staff, esp our amazing server Kley, to the welcoming new owners, Victoria & Joe, Taverna is definitely 5 stars ? ?!! 2 of the 3 pics were taken after we realized we forgot to take pics first bc after the delicious burrata appetizer, we couldn't wait to dig in to our crabcakes and chicken skewers! ?? Kley makes the best cosmos too! ??Love that they have entertainment too and so looking forward to Latin Dance Night!“

“Such a nice ambiance in the bar area. Got the Chicken Taco's which was very good & Cosmo was also very good. My husband got a burger which he enjoyed. Service was pretty good too! Will come back!“

“The food was excellent, and the service was great. Sangria was really superb, even though the portions of the food were not so big. The ambiance is so nice and cozy.I'm definitely going back soon!!!!!Parking: Finding a parking spot close to the entrance of the restaurant can be difficult, especially on busy hours like dinner time.“