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I started this personal project a few weeks ago in an effort to get out and try more of the underrated restaurants in the state, outside of my immediate daily travel zone, so it provides something new.
Since starting a few weeks ago, I've tried Buffalo's Chicken Shack in Wood-Ridge, Black Forest Inn in Stanhope, Royal Warsaw in Elmwood Park, Barnacle Bill's in Rumson, etc.
If has any recommendations, I'd really appreciate it. I generally enjoy European restaurants, off the beat and path places, and the like.
I started this personal project a few weeks ago in an effort to get out and try more of the underrated restaurants in the state, outside of my immediate daily travel zone, so it provides something new.
Since starting a few weeks ago, I've tried Buffalo's Chicken Shack in Wood-Ridge, Black Forest Inn in Stanhope, Royal Warsaw in Elmwood Park, Barnacle Bill's in Rumson, etc.
If has any recommendations, I'd really appreciate it. I generally enjoy European restaurants, off the beat and path places, and the like.
Although not off the beaten path Helmers in Hoboken is something you may be interested in. It is an excellent German restaurant.
Cafe Matisse in Rutherford is phenomenal, but probably not underrated.
Il Villagio - Carlstadt - Great Italian
Angelo's - Lyndhurst - Best Manicotti
Vic's - Bradley Beach - Authentic Family Style Italian
PJ Finnegan's - Westwood - Fine Pub Fare in an authentic setting
I started this personal project a few weeks ago in an effort to get out and try more of the underrated restaurants in the state, outside of my immediate daily travel zone, so it provides something new.
Since starting a few weeks ago, I've tried Buffalo's Chicken Shack in Wood-Ridge, Black Forest Inn in Stanhope, Royal Warsaw in Elmwood Park, Barnacle Bill's in Rumson, etc.
If has any recommendations, I'd really appreciate it. I generally enjoy European restaurants, off the beat and path places, and the like.
You should start a blog and share all your experiences! I am always looking for non-chain, good, local restaurants!
RGS, what did you think of Buffalo's Chicken Shack? I posted a review of this place some months back. I think this is probably the best casual food place to open in Bergen County this year. Miles makes the best buffalo wings in the area, hands down, not to mention tons of other great stuff. His prices are very fair and his wings are huge.
Nosher Rye Deli in Allendale is another excellent new place. They're a kosher style deli (not truly kosher) turning out some excellent sandwiches, soups, and other Jewish specialties. Prices on most items are reasonable and the place/staff has a real cool NYC/Jewish vibe.
I tried Sushi X in Ridgewood a few months ago, and I liked them too. They offer both a traditional menu and an all you can eat option (not a buffet, you order from sheets with various items and they bring the items to you).
I also finally got to Rose's Place in Fair Lawn a couple of weeks ago. Excellent food. and moderate prices on most items. The place is tiny and a bit hard to find though. (It's on Rt. 4 West, but you have to enter the lot by the building next door. ) Chicken Kebab in Glen Rock is also excellent. Miles is the Bergen County buffalo wing champ, but Naim at CK is the Bergen County gyro champ!
And who would have thought Elmwood Park would become a foodie town? Bhoj on Market Street has great Indian food. I've heard great things about Taverna Mykonos, and hope to get there soon. Ditto for Royal Warsaw
And if you like steak, Chrisitian's in Garfield is awesome. Better steaks than places like Steve's Sizzling Steaks at about half the price. It's a bit unusual in that the place is cash only and you have to pick up your meals at the counter when you're called. Some people complain that Cosmo the Owner can be surly at times, but I've found him to be friendly.
Cafe Matisse in Rutherford is phenomenal, but probably not underrated.
Il Villagio - Carlstadt - Great Italian
Angelo's - Lyndhurst - Best Manicotti
Vic's - Bradley Beach - Authentic Family Style Italian
PJ Finnegan's - Westwood - Fine Pub Fare in an authentic setting
I'll second Vic's also Pete and Elda's in Neptune for fantastic Pizza
Try Espo's in Raritan for Italian. Very small place, but the food is great!
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