The best restaurants in Bergen County

Relaxed option for a variety of pizza combinations & lots of salads, plus fried fare, pasta & subs.

799 Franklin Ave #15 (Franklin Lakes)

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

3120 Promenade Blvd (Fair Lawn)

Expansive, homey diner serving American, Italian & Greek eats, plus all-day breakfast since 1974.

98 E Ridgewood Ave (Paramus)

Compact, diner-style BYO cafe known for hearty American breakfasts & dinnertime Italian cuisine.

23 Sheridan Ave (Ho-Ho-Kus)

Longtime neighborhood go-to with a nostalgic air for traditional Italian homestyle cooking & drinks.

108 Chestnut Ridge Rd (Montvale)

Modest pizzeria serving a variety of whole pies & slices, with hot subs, pastas & other staples.

1300 NJ-17 (Ramsey)

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

1300 NJ-17 (Ramsey)

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

900 NJ-17 Ste 1 (Ramsey)

Classic pizzas, plus a familiar lineup of Italian subs & entrees, top the menu of this relaxed cafe.

16 W Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

Italian BYO bistro serving classic fare in an elegant space with an adjacent wine bar/retail store.

640 Wyckoff Ave (Wyckoff)

Traditional eatery serving Italian fare, including homemade pasta dinners, chicken, veal & fish.

96 W Allendale Ave (Allendale)

Casual, 2-story pub with vintage atmosphere & an upper deck offering hearty American & Irish food.

5 W Main St (Ramsey)

Established, always-open diner with many food options, modern decor, a separate bar & a bakery case.

373 State Rt 17 (Mahwah)

Warm pick for New American cuisine, including steaks & seafood, plus a full bar with craft brews.

30 Oak St (Ridgewood)

Casual restaurant offering Mexican fare, including design-your-own burritos, tacos & bowls.

1255 NJ-17 (Ramsey)

Easygoing choice for classic pizzas, as well as red-sauce Italian dishes & sandwiches.

400 Ridge Rd (Mahwah)

Modest pizzeria/restaurant making a host of specialty pies & familiar Italian appetizers & entrees.

501 NJ-17 (Paramus)

Seasonal American cuisine served in a circa-1790 landmark with multiple dining rooms, a bar & patio.

1 E Franklin Turnpike (Ho-Ho-Kus)

Classy standby featuring traditional Italian cuisine, a large wine list & a lively bar scene.

168 W Crescent Ave (Allendale)

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

Fashion Center Mall, 17 E Ridgewood Ave (Paramus)

Traditional Japanese mainstay providing sushi, sashimi & grilled entrees in a bustling, BYOB setup.

43 Franklin Ave (Ridgewood)

Sandwiches, soups, salads & breakfast fare are served at this enduring, family-run diner.

177 E Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

Counter-serve chain dishing up Southwestern staples from burritos to nachos in lively environs.

380 Ridge Rd (Mahwah)

Pasta, chicken, veal & other Italian cuisine served in an elegant space with yellow-hued decor.

32 Franklin Turnpike (Waldwick)

Barbecue chain dishing up ribs, brisket, sandwiches & sides in a laid-back setting.

72 Franklin Turnpike (Mahwah)

Strip-mall Italian restaurant serving up traditional dishes & fine wines in an elegant atmosphere.

20 E Prospect St (Waldwick)

Laid-back counter serve offering pizzas, calzones & pastas in a simple setting since 1980.

14 W Prospect St (Waldwick)

Counter-serve bakery/cafe chain serving sandwiches, salads & more, known for its bread & free WiFi.

770 NJ-17 (Paramus)

Sushi & Japanese entrees offered in a traditional-style eatery with table & sushi-bar seating.

848 E Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

Family-run trattoria offering a Tuscan menu in a relaxed setting with seasonal outdoor seating.

29 W Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

Lively hibachi chefs cook tableside at this casual option also serving sushi & other Japanese eats.

14B Chestnut Ridge Rd (Montvale)

For homestyle Italian that tastes like someone’s nonna still minds the sauce, Uncle Louie’s Pizza leans on family recipes and turns out…

754 Franklin Ave (Franklin Lakes)

Classic American & internationally inspired menu made with vegan ingredients & counter seating.

25 N Spruce St (Ramsey)

Bright all-day eatery & market offering housemade Italian pastas, pastries & cheeses in modern digs.

18 E Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

Italian chain restaurant serving risotto, pasta and wood-fired pizzas, plus fish and seafood dishes.

231 Godwin Ave (Midland Park)

Upscale diner with buzzy brunches, American comfort food & a fashionable vintage atmosphere.

101 E Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

Philly-born counter-serve sandwich chain known for its hefty hoagies built on sesame-seed rolls.

320 Ridge Rd (Mahwah)

Casual chain serving charred-crust pies, plus wings, subs & Italian plates in a modern setting.

984 NJ-17 (Ramsey)

Hip, counter-serve chain for gourmet takes on fast-food classics like burgers & frozen custard.

479 NJ-17 (Paramus)

Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.

85 Godwin Ave Unit 16 (Midland Park)

Casual, family-owned fixture offering marinated olives & other Italian dishes, plus outdoor seating.

118 Godwin Ave (Midland Park)

Casual buffet eatery for Chinese, Japanese, Thai & American dishes plus an à la carte take-out menu.

875 NJ-17 (Ramsey)

Elegant BYOB featuring a seasonal menu of creative eclectic dishes, including steaks & seafood.

130 E Main St (Ramsey)

Traditional Italian joint known for brick-oven pizza, pasta meals, seafood dishes & sandwiches.

150 Franklin Turnpike (Mahwah)

Classic fixture for upscale Southern Italian favorites alongside an extensive wine & whiskey menu.

41 Central Ave (Midland Park)

Local chain with weekday specials offering a large selection of craft beers & American eats.

32-34 Chestnut St (Ridgewood)

New Jersey–based counter-serve sandwich chain serving jumbo subs filled with cold cuts & toppings.

557 N Franklin Tpke (Ramsey)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

38 Farm Vw (Montvale)

Casual, counter-serve eatery with Italian staples, known for its brick-oven pizza.

128 E Main St (Ramsey)

Family-friendly outlet serving traditional Italian mainstays, pizza & subs, with a BYOB policy.

425 Forest Rd (Mahwah)

Classic Chinese & Japanese fare, including sushi, is offered for basic dine-in, takeout or delivery.

180 Franklin Turnpike #1364 (Mahwah)

Modest eatery with old-world touches serving thin-crust pizzas plus Italian & American entrees.

9 Franklin Turnpike (Waldwick)

Homey eatery with exposed-brick walls & a busy bar serving a long menu of American dishes.

71 Crescent Ave (Waldwick)

Johnny’s Pizza & Restaurant is that reliable Ramsey spot where classic cheese sits next to wildcards like Hot Grandma with hot honey, Drunk…

475 N Franklin Tpke (Ramsey)

Contemporary grill chain offering a seafood-centric menu, plus steaks & cocktails.

601 From Rd (Paramus)

Ridgewood since 2014, S.Egidio Pizze Salumi Espresso turns natural sourdough and slow fermentation into wood-fired Neapolitan pies with…

17 N Broad St (Ridgewood)

An extensive menu of homestyle eats is offered at this petite, bustling diner with large servings.

140 E Ridgewood Ave (Ridgewood)

This BYOB Italian-American bistro has a minimalist decor with exposed brick plus patio seating.

4 Sycamore Ave (Ho-Ho-Kus)

Organic New American fare at homey BYOB locale with chandeliers, handmade tables & antique mirrors.

611 N Maple Ave (Ho-Ho-Kus)

Petite BYOB offering a range of cooked Japanese small plates & a daily all-you-can-eat sushi option.

23 Chestnut St (Ridgewood)

Upscale local chophouse chain serving steak, seafood & New American sides in a traditional setting.

17 Chestnut St (Ridgewood)

Local cafe & bar chain serving classic Mexican fare, chili, brunch & margaritas in a lively setting.

327 Franklin Ave J (Wyckoff)

Steaks, burgers & beers are featured at this restaurant & bar with a rustic ambiance & patio seats.

176 Colony Ave (Park Ridge)

Laid-back spot for pizza & Italian classics from former “Real Housewives” star Kathy Wakile.

637 Wyckoff Ave (Wyckoff)

Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

475 NJ-17 South (Ramsey)

Buzzing Greek seafood eatery with a fresh fish display, upscale ambiance & summertime patio dining.

30 N Spruce St (Ramsey)

Relaxed eatery offering Chinese, Japanese & Thai standbys in a simple, low-key space.

26 E Prospect St (Waldwick)

Eclectic New American cuisine is artfully presented at this charming venue with patio seating.

37 S Broad St (Ridgewood)

Creative sushi rolls & traditional Japanese plates served in a snug space with a relaxed atmosphere.

137 Franklin Turnpike (Waldwick)

Brick-oven pizzas, plus Italian entrees, salads & subs, presented in sleek & modern quarters.

Shopping Center, 85 Godwin Ave (Midland Park)

Casual Italian restaurant for lunch, brunch, dinner, and late-night food, plus a bar.

33 Crystal St (North Arlington)

Laid-back eatery dishing up classic breakfast dishes, sandwiches and burgers, plus pancakes and waffles.

114 Ridge Rd (North Arlington)

Plate-based spot with a conveyor belt for sushi and a robot for some drinks.

2151 Lemoine Ave (Fort Lee)

Two Guys Pizza & Grille covers the neighborhood basics with pies, wings, hearty subs, pasta, and hot or cold sandwiches, plus fries for the…

21-16, 3120, Morlot Ave (Fair Lawn)

Festive Mexican cantina with artful decor offering homey dishes, drink specials & regular karaoke.

930 Prospect St (Glen Rock)

Latin American restaurant specializing in Guatemalan comfort food served in a cozy atmosphere.

16-A NJ-5 (Palisades Park)

Whether it's a no-cook night or a midday treat, Chicken Galore in Fair Lawn serves freshly fried, extra-crispy chicken with just-right…

34-01 Broadway (Fair Lawn)

Italian standards in former NYC mayor Jimmy Walker's summer home with a bar & popular outdoor seats.

14 Sylvan Ave (Englewood Cliffs)

Spacious Southern Italian steak, seafood & pasta restaurant with a bar & classic decor.

116 Main St (Fort Lee)

Stalwart since 1971 for old-world ambiance & classic Italian cooking, including many seafood dishes.

936 River Rd (Edgewater)

Charbroiled burgers star at this fast-food chain also offering deli-type sandwiches, salads & fries.

3101 Promenade Blvd (Fair Lawn)

Longtime Italian place with classic dishes & brick-oven pizza in a strip-mall setting.

1475 Bergen Blvd (Fort Lee)

Relaxed venue offering pizza with toppings such as honey and mushrooms, plus pastas and wings.

435 Brinkerhoff Ave (Palisades Park)

For a no-nonsense breakfast that actually hits, River Road Hot Bagels has been Fair Lawn’s family-owned, hand-rolled, boiled-and-baked…

13-30 River Rd (Fair Lawn)

European-style restaurant serving comfort food, seafood, and wine, plus river views.

1257 River Rd (Edgewater)

Build-your-own poke bowls, bubble teas & smoothies in a relaxed counter-serve setting with a patio.

242 Main St (Fort Lee)

Warm and inviting restaurant offering modern American cuisine, as well as a BYOB policy.

Terravita, 2 Hilliard Ave (Edgewater)

Valentino’s Pizza & Pasta leans into authentic Italian comfort at this cozy Fair Lawn spot with handcrafted pies, hearty pastas, and savory…

25-07 Broadway (Fair Lawn)

Modern Bagel Cafe keeps Fair Lawn happily carb-fueled with hand-rolled bagels in all the usual favorites, plus classic egg and cheese…

23-55 Fair Lawn Ave (Fair Lawn)

Popular fixture serving BBQ chicken, ribs, steak and other Portuguese dishes.

605 Ridge Rd (North Arlington)

Neighborhood spot serving pizza, Italian entrees, and sandwiches in a cozy setting.

501 Stuyvesant Ave (Lyndhurst)

Casual pizza spot serving a variety of pies as well as Italian dishes.

600 Ridge Rd (Lyndhurst)

Casual eatery serving BBQ standards like brisket and pulled pork, plus a few burgers.

33 NJ-5 (Edgewater)

Homey Italian kitchen serving old-world classics & traditional desserts in snug, casual quarters.

6-11 Saddle River Rd (Fair Lawn)

Familiar pizzas & pastas are what's on offer at this casual Italian eatery with cozy surroundings.

795 Abbott Blvd (Fort Lee)

Colorful cantina featuring typical Mexican dishes such as fajitas & enchiladas, plus margaritas.

790 Anderson Ave (Cliffside Park)

Casual venture in a strip mall preparing creative sushi & sashimi rolls along with Japanese entrees.

98 Linwood Plaza (Fort Lee)

A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

26-31 Rte 208 (Fair Lawn)

Madang Restaurant & Cafe 마당 pairs a laid-back cafe feel with an upstairs event space and a serene patio, then backs it up with hearty…

11 Sylvan Ave (Englewood Cliffs)

Storied family-owned parlor with New York-style pies & classic Italian dishes in comfy, narrow digs.

206 1/2 Rock Rd (Glen Rock)

Hot Bagels keeps Fair Lawn running with an informal breakfast and lunch setup that hits the spot, from classic bagels and plenty of cream…

24-18 Maple Ave (Fair Lawn)

Whether you’re sneaking out for a late-morning stack or calling breakfast at dinnertime, Stack Pancake & Steak House comes through with…

205 River Rd (North Arlington)

Friendly eatery and cheese shop featuring mozzarella classes and other Italian basics such as sandwiches.

356 Valley Brook Ave (Lyndhurst)

Compact, mom-&-pop establishment preparing sashimi & specialty maki rolls for dine-in or takeout.

1562 Lemoine Ave (Fort Lee)

Casual, dinerlike place with a Parisian feel serving sandwiches, salads, and brunch.

140 Main St (Fort Lee)

Casual Korean barbecue restaurant where pork belly and other meats are popular dishes, plus beer.

344 Broad Ave (Leonia)

Relaxed, brightly lit, kids-friendly sushi restaurant featuring conveyor-belt plates.

374 Broad Ave (Leonia)

Casual, traditional Italian restaurant & bar offering a variety of pasta dishes, entrees & desserts.

602 Ridge Rd (North Arlington)

Craving a proper breakfast that gets out of its own way? Top Bagels & Deli turns out fresh, handmade bagels daily with deli classics,…

34-05 Broadway (Fair Lawn)

Veteran bar & grill drawing locals with a convivial, traditional atmosphere & classic American eats.

222 Rock Rd (Glen Rock)

The Big Red Tomato keeps it classic with crisp-edged pies, twirlable pastas, and hearty parm heroes built on family recipes brought from…

1205 Anderson Ave (Fort Lee)

Serving NJ since 1976, Linwood Pizza is that Fort Lee standby for a classic cheese pie, a giant 20-inch House Pie, or specialties like Ziti…

140 Linwood Plaza (Fort Lee)

Casual spot serving up pizza including Sicilian slices, plus garlic knots.

726 Ridge Rd (Lyndhurst)

This counter-serve sandwich chain offers hot, cold & panini-grilled subs, plus wraps & salads.

SHOPPING CENTER, 100 Broadway C/O (Elmwood Park)

Steaks, seafood & pasta offered in a charming house with an upscale, contemporary vibe.

18 Sylvan Ave (Englewood Cliffs)

Casual, family-owned spot serving a variety of sushi and Japanese main dishes.

1428 Bergen Blvd (Fort Lee)

A huge variety of eggs & pancakes in unique digs with newspaper wall art & an upside-down juice bar.

860 River Rd (Edgewater)

Ray's Pizza is the neighborhood standby for a proper grandma pie, plus a big lineup of Italian comfort like calzones, heros, soups, and…

6-02 Berdan Ave (Fair Lawn)

Cozy counter-serve spot with sidewalk seating for health-minded wraps, salads & grass-fed burgers.

1224 Anderson Ave (Fort Lee)

If your week needs that smoky, sizzling upgrade, SB K-BBQ 숯불가든 delivers premium Korean charcoal BBQ with tabletop grills so you’re the…

42 Broad Ave (Palisades Park)