The best restaurants in North Jersey

Nostalgic Italian dishes & cocktails in old-school ambiance, with patio dining & loungey piano bar.

495 Chestnut St (Union)

Brightly decorated with strings of lights, this lively space serves Colombian specialties.

9011 Palisade Ave (North Bergen)

Old-fashioned, family-owned Italian fixture since 1987 with pizza & classic entrees.

1367 Stuyvesant Ave. #5382 (Union)

Chain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.

197 E 22nd St (Bayonne)

Casual, family-run restaurant serving pizza and Italian dishes, with delivery.

1011 Broadway (Bayonne)

Casual eatery featuring breakfast-to-dinner Colombian fare plus baked goods, shakes & coffee drinks.

354 Fairview Ave (Fairview)

Salad, pastas, baked Parmesan entrees, pizza & hot sandwiches are features at this take-out shop.

532 Broadway (Bayonne)

Elevated takes on Mexican street food dished out in a room decked out with splashy auto-shop decor.

2258 Morris Ave (Union)

Casual restaurant serving Italian comfort food such as cold cuts, chicken cutlets, and sandwiches.

Giovanni salumeria, 666 Broadway (Bayonne)

South-of-the-border favorites & a few fried American menu items in a casual, art-lined setting.

7024 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

Modern, upscale-casual restaurant with a seasonal seafood-focused menu & an upstairs lounge.

114 Walnut St (Montclair)

Restaurant serving Italian fare, including fried calamari, along with sangria.

552 Broadway (Bayonne)

Mexican fare such as fajitas and quesadillas in a relaxed venue serving margaritas.

7721 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Relaxed, family-owned eatery offering sushi rolls and platters alongside tempura dishes, udon, dumplings, and mochi.

266 Broadway (Bayonne)

Casual spot serving pizza and other quick bites in a cozy, kid-friendly setting.

553 Grove St (Irvington)

Casual, halal spot serving breakfast, American, and Mexican eats in a cozy setting.

495 Orange St (Newark)

Mellow local eatery doling out classic Italian specialties, pizzas & drinks in a comfortable space.

1044 Avenue C (Bayonne)

Informal place for sushi and Japanese fare such as chicken teriyaki, with many under-$10 entrees.

1030 Stuyvesant Ave. (Union)

Casual restaurant offering Colombian dishes such as arepas and empanadas, as well as burgers and cakes.

6215 Bergenline Ave (West New York)

Simple restaurant & bakery with colorful decor, dishing up typical Colombian dishes all day.

1988 Morris Ave (Union)

Casual pizzeria offering pies, pasta, and comfort food such as buffalo chicken.

649 Broadway (Bayonne)

Casual eatery serving Japanese fare such as ramen, sushi, and donburi, plus bubble tea.

402 Chestnut St (Union)

Pizzeria with a casual vibe also serving pasta and other Italian classics.

819 Broadway (Bayonne)

NYC-style thin-crust pizzas & Italian take-out classics such as subs served in a no-frills space.

1280 Springfield Ave (Irvington)

Relaxed restaurant fixing up tacos and other familiar specialties for lunch and dinner.

6609 Park Ave (West New York)

Modern pizza shop and coffee bar serving comfort food, including vegetarian options, for lunch and dinner.

276 Old River Rd (Edgewater)

Relaxed restaurant serving a variety of Mexican comfort food, including popular birria tacos.

887 Broadway (Bayonne)

Pizza (including a famous grandma pie) and Italian subs.

1382 Morris Ave #5 (Union)

Brick-oven pizza, panini & pasta are served in this casual Italian spot.

7831 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

Pizzeria and eatery with a takeout option serving thin-crust pizza and wings.

32 Bloomfield Ave (Bloomfield)

Casual pizzeria dishing up slices and pies, plus sandwiches and wings.

721 Avenue A (Bayonne)

No-nonsense institution featuring traditional pizza, pasta, hot wings & sandwiches at the counter.

480 Broadway (Bayonne)

Laid-back restaurant doling out Mexican eats such as quesadillas, as well as pasta and pizza dishes.

462 Central Ave (East Orange)

Relaxed eatery for pizzas, pasta dishes and seafood options, plus friendly service.

740 Irvington Ave (Maplewood)

Counter-serve joint doling out classic & specialty pies along with pasta dishes & other casual eats.

1 Anderson Ave (Fairview)

Family-owned restaurant serving hickory-smoked ribs, chicken wings, and other barbecue dishes in a casual setting.

523 John F. Kennedy Blvd (Bayonne)

Lively bistro/bar scene doling out Nuevo Latino fare & sangria in a music-filled setting.

8809 River Rd (North Bergen)

Restaurant dishing up seafood dishes such as poke bowls and fried options like tempura and sushi.

324 Broadway (Bayonne)

Late-night joint serving Mexican comfort food such as tacos al pastor and quesadillas in an informal setting.

176 Bloomfield Ave (Bloomfield)

Steak tacos, quesadillas, tamales, and other Mexican staples served in casual surrounds.

7212 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

Casual spot offering Mexican staples such as tacos, fajitas, and margaritas.

1637 Vauxhall Rd (Union)

Cozy, casual restaurant serving Mexican staples, including popular birria and tacos.

7410 Broadway (North Bergen)

Neapolitan-style pies with classic & gourmet toppings offered in a chic space with exposed brick.

8921 Old River Rd (North Bergen)

Convenience store chain providing drinks, snacks & fast food (most sell gas & have ATM machines).

7000 JFK Blvd E # M-22 (Guttenberg)

Family-owned Italian joint serving pizzas and other comfort fare in a casual setting.

8620 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Long-standing traditional Italian joint serving old-school fare in a checkered-tablecloth setting.

24 69th St (Guttenberg)

Family-owned spot for pizzas, Italian dishes and pasta alongside soup.

7523 Bergenline Ave (North Bergen)

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

905 Bayonne Crossing Way (Bayonne)

Casual spot serving burgers, pizza and sandwiches, as well as fried chicken and other eats.

520 Central Ave (East Orange)

Established eatery that's been serving classic pizzas and comforting Italian eats since the 1970s.

8404 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Sushi & tableside hibachi fare offered in a modern space with splashy Asian decor & low lighting.

125 Lefante Way (Bayonne)

Halal-certified restaurant popular for its fried chicken and pizzas alongside cheeseburgers, gyros, and subs.

1038 S Orange Ave (Newark)

Tacos, carne asada, and other classic Mexican fare offered in a casual restaurant.

1201 Springfield Ave (Irvington)

Basic joint featuring specialty pizzas & slices, plus Italian entrees, burgers & hot sandwiches.

876 Broadway (Bayonne)

Italian restaurant featuring pizzas and chicken dishes such as marsala, Parmigiana and Thai-style options.

1424 Morris Ave (Union)

Informal restaurant serving traditional Italian recipes & hosting private parties.

2333 Morris Ave C1 (Union)

Casual restaurant serving pizza, pasta, and other Italian fare for dine-in or takeout.

153 Bergen Blvd (Fairview)

Family-friendly chain offering creative takes on Asian fare in a striking space.

10 Port Imperial Blvd (West New York)

This lively pizzeria features signature pies, housemade pastas & outdoor seating.

740 Washington St (Hoboken)

Fresh, Japanese eatery with a sushi bar & separate area for hibachi shows, plus outdoor seating.

526 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual pizzeria slinging slices and pies for dine-in, delivery and takeout.

2601 Bergenline Ave (Union City)

Mexican plates including tableside guacamole are served in a colorful space with views of NYC.

974 JFK Blvd E East (Weehawken Township)

Unassuming Japanese eatery with nautical decor serving creative sushi, noodle soups & donburi.

520 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual, inviting eatery offering traditional and innovative brick-oven pizzas, including vegan options.

1122 Washington St (Hoboken)

Functional counter serve featuring classic pizza options, calzones, pastas & Italian entrees.

2920 Bergenline Ave (Union City)

Specialty pies, cocktails & beers draw crowds to this festive joint with TVs & exposed–brick walls.

116 14th St (Hoboken)

Relaxed casual restaurant offering familiar Italian mains such as pizza, pasta and parmigiana.

3668 John F. Kennedy Blvd (Jersey City)

Casual restaurant serving up New York-style pizzas, plus Italian entrees, and desserts.

5404 Park Ave (West New York)

Mainstay from 1939 serving Italian classics & cocktails in an old-school setting with Sinatra tunes.

200 Grand St (Hoboken)

Storefront delivery or dine-in place for thin-crust & Sicilian-style pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

1814 New York Ave (Union City)

Family-friendly pizza restaurant offering quick bites, comfort food, and small plates.

2508 Palisade Ave (Weehawken Township)

Casual eatery serving authentic Mexican staples, including tacos and burritos, in a laid-back atmosphere with friendly service.

731 32nd St (Union City)

Cozy Italian spot (BYOB) featuring wood-fired pizza and classic dishes.

4525 Broadway (Union City)

Seated sushi eatery featuring a '90s hip-hop soundtrack, plus sake and cocktails.

225 River St (Hoboken)

Neighborhood pizzeria plating pizzas, burgers, pasta and chicken dishes.

201 Hackensack Plank Rd (Weehawken Township)

Classic pizza parlor offering slices & pies, sandwiches, calzones, Italian pastas & more.

102 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual Mexican eatery serving small plates, including popular breakfast options, and birria tacos.

31st Street &, Bergenline Ave (Union City)

Sushi & Asian fusion fare, plus sake & Japanese whiskey, offered in stylish quarters.

936 Park Ave (Hoboken)

Casual, Brooklyn-based pizzeria chain serving brick-oven pies & calzones plus wine & beer.

411 Washington St (Hoboken)

Informal spot for crispy-dough pies and other comfort fare such as calzones and wings.

323 48th St (Union City)

Modern chain serving pizzas made with flavored crusts & a range of sauces & creative toppings.

Food court in Newport Center Mall, 30 Mall Dr W (Jersey City)

Creative sushi & cooked Japanese fare in a clublike lounge where DJs & techno music add to the buzz.

200 Hudson St (Hoboken)

Casual pizza restaurant offering a menu of Italian dishes and delivery.

6229 John F. Kennedy Blvd (North Bergen)

Local casual outpost with sidewalk seating dishing up custom-made sandwiches, pasta dishes & more.

100 Park Ave (Hoboken)

Casual setting for Japanese and Korean fusion fare, including sushi and ramen, plus takeout.

4525 Broadway (Union City)

Pizza, pasta & salads, plus Uruguayan cuisine, offered in a down-to-earth environment.

4000 Bergenline Ave (Union City)

Relaxed counter serve for Mexican food such as quesadillas and birria, plus breakfast options and coffee.

200 New York Ave (Union City)

Cozy pizza joint offering pies by the slice or whole, plus garlic knots.

621 Summit Ave (Union City)

Dishing pasta, fish & meat, this cash-only Southern Italian eatery features a feisty staff.

1104 Washington St (Hoboken)

Compact, unassuming outpost serving up Japanese meat entrees, noodles, sushi & sashimi.

5008 Bergenline Ave (West New York)

Plus-size slices are the calling card of this bustling, no-frills pizzeria with a full Italian menu.

622 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual eatery specializing in thick-crust and grandma-style pizza by the slice and pie, plus burgers and wings.

304 Washington St (Hoboken)

Italian meals, cocktails & weekend brunch in a rustic-chic, brick-lined dining room with a patio.

700 Clinton St (Hoboken)

Relaxed eatery specializing in Cuban-style pies, as well as lasagna, croquettes, and milkshakes.

5517 Hudson Ave (West New York)

Restaurant turning out traditional Colombian dishes, sandwiches & milkshakes in a casual setting.

5709 Bergenline Ave (West New York)

Longtime eatery for classic Italian fare in an unassuming storefront with tucked-away dining space.

278 Central Ave (Jersey City)

Casual neighborhood option crafting seasonal Italian cuisine in an airy venue with a vintage vibe.

507 Palisade Ave (Jersey City)

Pizza and other Italian eats feature at this laid-back BYOB restaurant with a kids' menu and a playground.

5104 Park Ave (West New York)

Casual eatery for Mexican fare, cocktails, beer, wine, tequila and other drinks, with DJ sets and dancing.

32 Newark St. (Hoboken)

American eatery serving early-bird dinner, Sunday brunch & more in a circa-1895 brownstone.

908 Washington St A (Hoboken)

Long-standing, casual pizza parlor serving Italian-inspired fare for dine-in, carryout or delivery.

6415 Park Ave (West New York)

Casual, contemporary eatery for specialty sushi rolls as well as Japanese, Thai & Chinese dishes.

400 Newark St. (Hoboken)

Comfortable Italian restaurant with a patio, dishing up wood-fired pies and homemade pasta plates.

1319 Washington St (Hoboken)

Casual, cozy, trendy eatery preparing an array of sushi rolls and other Japanese staples, for dine-in and to-go.

404 Washington St (Hoboken)

A modern counter-serve cafe serving Hawaiian favorites like acai & poke bowls in rustic surrounds.

720 Monroe St e103 (Hoboken)

A full menu of Mexican & Tex-Mex comfort foods, dispensed in a snug, casual space with BYOB.

520 24th St (Union City)

Pizza, pasta & sandwiches provided in a family-run Italian joint with an old-school atmosphere.

4107 Bergenline Ave (Union City)

No-frills pizza joint serving up standard pies, wings, sandwiches & Italian dinners.

201 60th St (West New York)

Casual venue serving Italian fare including popular pizza, plus wine, and desserts.

6717 Bergenline Ave (Guttenberg)

Counter-serve storefront with a long menu featuring standard Chinese eats, sushi & lunch specials.

926 Washington St #5106 (Hoboken)

Elegant, modern, stylish eatery plating Mediterranean cuisine and cocktails.

1500 Main Ave (Clifton)

American fare served in charming surrounds with rustic beams, a stone fireplace & spacious patio.

754 Totowa Rd (Totowa)

Relaxed Korean BBQ restaurant specializing in seafood, pork & beef cuts prepared on tabletop grills.

445 Grand Ave (Palisades Park)

Trendy haunt showcasing Middle-eastern specialties & sharing plates with vegan options.

387 Crooks Ave (Paterson)

Since 1989, Portuguese/Spanish restaurant serves specialties such as filet mignon on a hot stone.

665 Monroe Ave (Elizabeth)

Bar featuring all-you-can-eat hot-pot meals and Korean BBQ, plus karaoke.

230-240 Passaic Ave (Kearny)

Long-running eatery for breakfast, lunch and dinner, plus a full bar, gluten-free dishes and a fireplace.

516 US-46 (Fairfield)

Classic American diner open 24/7 prepping breakfast, burgers & desserts amid bright, colorful decor.

410 Eagle Rock Ave (West Orange)

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

2319 US-22 (Union)

Roomy all-you-can-eat mall restaurant offering sushi & various hot or cold Asian & American dishes.

701 NJ-440 (Jersey City)