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1. Matisse 167

4.7

Exceptional(1272)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 5 times today

Think of us for artful cuisine and a great dining experience! We are your preferred "Bring Your Own Bottle" BYOB destination for special occasions, milestones, small corporate parties and get togethers. Chef Greg's acclaimed, seasonal four-course Prix-Fixe Menu is offered Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Our garden patio awaits you for a delightful outdoor dining experience. Matisse's elegant main dining room is adorned with Matisse silhouettes and bejeweled chandeliers, and our front dining room displays a Moroccan themed decor. Our team looks forward to providing you and your guests with excellent cuisine, great service, and a special evening to remember!

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2. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(3251)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 48 times today

A unique dining experience in an authentic atmosphere. Step through our doors and feel as if you have been transported to a Mediterranean island.

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3. Biggie's

4.8

Exceptional(379)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Carlstadt

Booked 16 times today

At Biggie’s we are guided by a set of values and principles, honed by members of our family since 1946, that empower our staff to provide you with an excellent dining experience. Biggie’s has always stood for tradition, quality, consistency, stability and a firm commitment to our customers, our employees, our suppliers and our community.

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4. Bareli's Restaurant - Secaucus

4.9

Exceptional(993)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Secaucus

Booked 7 times today

Conveniently located on busy Route 3 in Secaucus NJ, just minutes from the Meadowlands Complex, Giants Stadium, and New York City. Bareli’s is the area’s finest Italian/Continental restaurant since 1986. An award winning wine list complements a menu prepared from highest quality ingredients. Let our award winning chef prepare your favorite dish to your specifications. Food fit for royalty with great service and a comfortable atmosphere.

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5. Tio Taco + Tequila - Clifton

4.6

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Clifton

Booked 6 times today

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD IN AN EXCITING AND VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE. OFFERING A WIDE VARIETY OF COCKTAILS TEQUILA AND OUTDOOR DINING!

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6. Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.1

Excellent(109)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Hackensack

Booked 5 times today

The Ivy Inn Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place for a date night or celebratory dinner with your partner. Sit by the fireplace indoors and listen to the live piano player while you enjoy a meal of roasted rack of lamb or grilled veal chop served in a mushroom cognac cream sauce. During nice weather, sit out on the patio that is surrounded by greenery for privacy and dine on broiled Canadian salmon or the blackened Louisiana catfish served with a spicy tomato salsa. While the mood is intimate, children are welcome at the Ivy Inn and menu items for them include penne pasta with butter, three mini sliders or a pizzette.The Ivy Inn offers a global selection of both red and white wines. For those that are more adventurous, there are tasting options on the menu which present you with a sampling of three distinctly different wines.

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7. Tango Steak

4.4

Awesome(90)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Argentinean • Rutherford

Booked 2 times today

Tango Steak brings you the best steak in town along with amazing cocktails and tapas. Perfect for a date night or any celebration. Beautiful Outdoor seating area. Very cozy inside and an amazing bar.

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8. Mima's Cuban Cantina

3.7

Very Good(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cuban • East Rutherford

Fresh & Healthy Cuban-American CuisineBYOB Fast Casual RestaurantQuick Serve Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner EverydayWeekend Brunch

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9. Carmine's - 44th Street - NYC

4.6

Exceptional(29505)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Theater District

Booked 334 times today

Carmine's is a family style restaurant offering exceptional value to its guests through the many dishes of Southern Italian cuisine. Restaurateur Artie Cutler crafted Carmine's with a singular vision; bringing his guests abundant portions and making any meal feel like an Italian American wedding feast.Platters of made to order pasta, decadent seafood or meat entrees, and of course homemade desserts are all staples at Carmine's, meant for sharing among friends and family. When great food and wine are supported by friendly and knowledgeable service, the results are magic - we want every day to feel like a Sunday afternoon at Grandma's!We are open for Indoor & Outdoor Dining, Pick-up, Delivery, Catering and Private Parties.Your safety is our priority. As of 3/7/22, NYC no longer requires proof of vaccination to dine indoors. Indoor & Outdoor dining are available.

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10. Pera Soho

4.4

Awesome(1739)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • SoHo

Booked 23 times today

Pera Soho is a transportative Mediterranean retreat in the heart of Soho. Inspired by the renowned Istanbul neighborhood where cuisine, art, culture, nightlife and the cosmopolitan converge, Pera Soho seduces with an environment that is simultaneously warm and vibrant.Pera Soho’s philosophy is to appreciate the culinary and cultural richness of the Eastern Mediterranean as a whole. In addition to the contemporary presentation of authentic recipes, Pera Soho embellishes the use of Mediterranean ingredients and cooking methods to create signature dishes.Pera Soho has a unique configuration comprised of indoor and outdoor, general and private dining areas. The outside courtyard is HEATED during the cooler days.

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German
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Amazing experience as always and that short rib eggs benedict in the morning is the best way to recharge after a long week.
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.8
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Bill
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Our first time back to our favorite restaurant since Chef Greg took over, and he did not disappoint. The menu is a very nice balance of some Matisse favorites with some new, wonderful creations. The staff are first rate. We will be back.
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Matisse 167Price: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Rutherford
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4.7
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WADE
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
It was great. We really enjoyed the experience. The waitress was really nice.
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Biggie'sPrice: Moderate• American• Carlstadt
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4.8
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Steve
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 17, 2024
Everything was superb. Really fun and interesting atmosphere. Live music, feels like a classic NY Italian family restaurant. Tagliatelle was fantastic as a Primo. Scungili salad was the special which was excellent. Best pork chop I’ve ever had (with potatoes and hot peppers). My wife had the shrimp and she loved it. Would recommend very highly - on par and even superior to top Italian restaurants in Manhattan and the Bronx.
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Bareli's Restaurant - SecaucusPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Secaucus
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4.9
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Davidvip
New York City •88 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 10, 2024
Tacos are excellent. Half price on Tuesdays is a Huge bonus. Dining outside in a beautiful night made it even better.
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Tio Taco + Tequila - CliftonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Clifton
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4.6

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