The best restaurants in Brooklyn

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)

Laid-back eatery serving casual American fare featuring seafood boils, Korean barbecue and beer.

50 Bayonne Crossing Way (Bayonne)

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

445 Grand Ave (Palisades Park)

Relaxed locale offering traditional pizza, salads, panini, pasta & Italian mains, plus a full bar.

538 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

American chain restaurant offering sizable portions from a vast menu including signature cheesecake

1504 Old Country Rd (Westbury)

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)

Strip-mall eatery with an extensive buffet of Chinese, Japanese & American fare, plus a hibachi bar.

1773 Grand Ave (Baldwin)

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

230-240 Passaic Ave (Kearny)

Neighborhood bar with multiple TVs showing live sports, plus a menu of steak sandwiches, tacos, burgers and more.

47-51 N Village Ave (Rockville Centre)

Upmarket chain offering a wide-ranging American menu in sophisticated surroundings.

630 Old Country Rd (Garden City)

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

410 Eagle Rock Ave (West Orange)

Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.

19 Hempstead Turnpike (West Hempstead)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

2375 E Tremont Ave (Bronx)

Family-owned mainstay producing thin-crust pizza plus fried calamari, subs & more in no-frills digs.

524 Port Richmond Ave (Staten Island)

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)

Tacos and other Mexican fare, plus cocktails, beer, and hookah, in a casual setting with DJs.

630 Clarkson Ave (Elizabeth)

Luxuriously decorated yet comfy Colombian eatery with a large menu of traditional cuisine.

19 Elm St (Montclair)

Casual restaurant offering varied all-you-can-eat fare (seafood, American entrees, sushi & dim sum).

1100 Stewart Ave (Garden City)

Standard buffet offering all-you-can-eat Chinese food, hibachi meals & sushi in a low-key setting.

1874 Grand Ave (Baldwin)

Restaurant & nightspot serving Puerto Rican dishes & cocktails in an airy, Caribbean-inspired space.

3363 E Tremont Ave (Bronx)

Semi-upscale chain for classic Italian fare served family-style in a relaxed, polished space.

600 Garden City Plaza (Garden City)

Authentic German cuisine, live music & festivals draw crowds to this historic eatery & beer garden.

1132 Hempstead Turnpike (Franklin Square)

Weekend brunch hot spot serving homestyle American eats with many locally sourced ingredients.

120 Hudson St (New York)

No-frills outpost specializing in Italian hot dogs with all the trimmings in counter-serve settings.

60 Washington St (West Orange)

Casual eatery serving whole pies, slices and garlic knots in a neighborhood space.

419 Boyden Ave (Maplewood)

Tabouleh, shawarma & other Middle Eastern specialties offered in an unpretentious bistro.

1057 Main St (Paterson)

Mediterranean. Turkish spot known for its kebabs, salads and mixed grills as well as lamb and chicken dishes.

1745 Forest Ave (Staten Island)

Upscale eatery with a refined menu of Italian-leaning steak-house fare, plus brunch.

2 Chapel Ave Unit 2 (Jersey City)

Buzzing, modern lounge & sports bar with large TVs, pool tables, cocktails & bar bites.

821 Spring St (Elizabeth)

Fast-food chain serving signature beef, chicken & fish sliders, plus extras such as onion rings.

257 S Broadway (Yonkers)

Destination featuring a bread bakery, plus a wood-fired pizzeria, wine & cocktails.

15 Newark Way (Maplewood)

Family-owned sports tavern with many TVs, a pub menu in the dining room, separate bar & pool table.

531 Joralemon St (Belleville)

Irish art adorns the walls of this pub serving fish 'n' chips, pizzas & a range of tap beers.

118 Walnut St (Montclair)

New American fare is presented in spacious, modern surroundings at this family-friendly restaurant.

3000 Jericho Tpke (Garden City Park)

Storied seafood counter joint with New England vibe dishing fried clams, chowders & more.

79 N Long Beach Rd (Rockville Centre)

Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.

540 Main St (City of Orange)

Relaxed venue with a contemporary vibe prepping comfort food like meatloaf, plus chicken & waffles.

525 Merrick Rd (Rockville Centre)

Casual eatery serving traditional Peruvian dishes like ceviche, pollo a la brasa and fried rice, plus pisco cocktails.

414 Bergen St (Harrison)

Casual bar & eatery with booth seating serves thin-crust pizzas plus Italian & sandwich specialties.

400 High St (City of Orange)

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

2045 Jericho Tpke (New Hyde Park)

Popular pizza restaurant offering a variety of slices including gluten-free options and pies with a few seats.

239 Nassau Blvd (West Hempstead)

Festive, locally owned Mexican eatery offering classics like tacos and nacho plates in a colorful setting.

746 Carlton St #752 (Elizabeth)

Arty, elaborately decorated Sri Lankan restaurant with a popular weekend buffet option.

668 Bay St (Staten Island)

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

90 The Promenade (Edgewater)

Pakistan eatery, also offering catering services, dishing up traditional fare such as biryani, Karahi, gulab jamun and naan bread.

1277 Paterson Plank Rd (Secaucus)

Modern-chic spot with a seasonal, locally sourced New American menu, skyline views & patio seating.

2 Main St (Edgewater)

Restored Central Park icon for American fare in an elegant setting with courtyard & garden seating.

Central Park, W 67th St (New York)

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744 9th Ave (New York)

Serving award-winning sliders since 1946, White Manna grills fresh, extra lean beef with onions and cheese on a soft Martin's Potato Roll.…

358 River St (Hackensack)

Peaches HotHouse is your move when only proper Southern comfort will do. Tackle their Fried Chicken at your heat level Regular, Hot, or…

415 Tompkins Ave

Skip the usual takeout and book a seat at Kissaki Japanese Restaurant in Manhasset this week, where inventive Japanese meets tradition with…

407 Plandome Rd (Manhasset)

Since 1984, Hickory's BBQ Grill has been slinging hickory-wood pit classics that taste like someone watched the smoker, not a timer. Go for…

674 Port Washington Blvd (Port Washington)

When that coal-fired craving hits, Salvatore's delivers blistered, bubbly pies topped with fresh mozzarella, crushed plum tomatoes and…

124 Shore Rd (Port Washington)

LA420 Restaurant & Bar brings that mid-century Manhattan spirit to Great Neck with seasonal New American plates and a cocktail program that…

420 Northern Blvd (Great Neck)

When you need a weeknight pick-me-up, Noodlelove brings delicious, healthy Asian flavors with quality ingredients and thoughtful prep, all…

192 Mott St (New York)

Cliffside Pizza nails the Jersey pie mood with classic cheese, Sicilian, and by-the-slice options, plus all the Italian comfort favorites…

728 Anderson Ave (Cliffside Park)

Golden K Burgers is a cozy Korean-American spot turning out towering, flavor-packed burgers like the Bulgogi and Big Kahuna, plus crispy…

40-17 Bell Blvd (Flushing)

When you want a shareable pot that tastes like vacation, Coco Hotpot 皇椰鸡 does a coconut chicken hotpot built on fresh coconut for a sweet,…

37-20 Prince St (Flushing)

Bistro Burger brings Chef Serge Gorge’s fine-dining chops to casual plates, from specialty burgers and the signature Bistro Special…

605 Middle Neck Rd (Great Neck)

Save yourself the charcoal splinters and let The Pigs BBQ Hideout handle dinner. A delivery-first barbecue outfit that leans into saucy,…

174 Islip Ave (Islip)

Craving legit Portuguese flavors that taste like a seaside vacation without the TSA? Seabra's Marisqueira has been serving Newark since…

87 Madison St (Newark)

Zuppa serves classic Italian with an unexpected modern twist, with everything made fresh daily, from seasonal plates to hand-crafted…

59 Main St (Yonkers)

Wilson Ave BBQ in Newark is all about juicy, tender ribs and perfectly seasoned chicken, with generous portions and bold,…

195-197 Wilson Ave (Newark)

Craving peak-Astoria Greek? Taverna Kyclades Astoria is all about ultra-fresh seafood and original recipes, with standouts like fish soup…

36-01 Ditmars Blvd (Astoria)

Wings 'n Things has been frying it right since 1988, serving fresh, crispy chicken with homemade sides and fall-off-the-bone ribs that…

519 Fulton Ave (Hempstead)