43 Best American Restaurants near Allendale

“Excellent family restaurant and sports bar. One of our go-to spots to bring the kids for a great meal at a great price.“

“Absolutely amazing. Julia was our waitress and she was very attentive but not overbearing like others can be. She knew when to come and check on us and when we just wanted to be. Food was as always, delicious.“

“We threw a drop-in Buffet dinner for family and friends at Houlihans for 30 to 35 people. The room is spacious and accommodated everyone comfortably. Our server Eileen was excellent and the food was delicious. Michelle who assisted with the catering was very detail oriented and help me plan a great event. Sebastian the manager as extremely gracious and helped ensure our guests were taken care of. I would definitely do it again and highly recommend..“

“I’ve had the pleasure of having Kim as my bartender and she’s the absolute best there is. Very personable , knowledgeable of what to have to eat or drink and just the best at what she does . Her experience behind the bar should never go unnoticed. I’ve been coming here for over a decade and she’s always stood out among anyone else back there.“

“Crystal was an amazing server. Was efficient and engaging. I enjoy having servers like Crystal because they create a great dinning experience.“

“Have gone here many times and have not been disappointed. The food is excellent as well as the Service and drinks. Bring your friends and family for a great time and great food!!!“

“Great Place,Great Food,Very Friendly people working, Been there 3 times in two weeks and have had nothing but good things to say. Thanks for a great experience“

“I have been coming to Munno’s for over 22 years. I have never had better penne vodka and I travel extensively gobbling up food in different states and in Europe. The staff is always friendly and willing to take an order for a tray of penne vodka to be ready for us the same day. My family is now obsessed with Munno’s as well!“

“We had an amazing experience at White Maple Café. From the moment we walked in, the hospitality was exceptional and made us feel truly welcome. The food was absolutely delicious, fresh, and beautifully prepared. Every dish we tried exceeded our expectations. The warm atmosphere, attentive service, and outstanding quality of the food made this a memorable dining experience. We’ll definitely be coming back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a great meal and genuine hospitality. Five stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐“

“Planned a dinner for my husband's birthday last Saturday. Mars was our waitress. She was attentive and so kind. The manager Sarah provided awesome service to our large party as well. Food was delicious. DJ Blurred Lines played all the hot 🔥 music and classics. We will definitely be back. Highly recommend!! Thank you Sarah & Mars 🫶✨️🥂🎶“

“We had an amazing dinner at Sage-Staff, food and service was the best of the best!!“

“Such a nice ambiance in the bar area. Got the Chicken Taco's which was very good & Cosmo was also very good. My husband got a burger which he enjoyed. Service was pretty good too! Will come back!“

“I celebrated my daughters baby shower on June 6, 2026. The service and food get 10 stars from me. Catherine went above and beyond to assist with the details; had great patience throughout the day ensuring we were fully satisfied. Gina was attentive and very helpful in coordinating the menu for the day. She was kind and responsive at all times. All-in-all I have found a new spot for my family celebrations! Very pleased, highly recommend.“

“Louie's On The Avenue has been our favorite local restaurant for years ..however last Friday Stephanie and her team knocked it out of the park! with 24 hours notice, they helped plan, decorate, cater and Host our impromptu wedding. It was fantastic. the decorations, the signature drinks, delicious apps, brilliant wait service and overall atmosphere was unbeatable! I cannot express our gratitude enough for making this a memorable event for both Steve and I. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts❤️ love love love you all!“

“Fantastic fresh food that is tasty AND delicious 🤤“

“A wonderful high-class restaurant with a sophisticated ambiance. The food earns a solid 4-star rating for its taste, offering fair prices for the quality provided. Their crafted beer is exceptional, boasting a great taste that complements the dining experience perfectly.“

“Curley's Corner is the BEST RESTAURANT with all homemade food and ingredients. Their Irish fare is the best in all of NY & North Jersey. The staff is always on top of your needs & very friendly. The pricing on all their menu items has always been very affordable. I give them a 10.“

“The food is always delicious, it's made fast , they've never messed up an order & the prices are reasonable , but the service is deserving of 10/10. The owner George is a great guy & the woman who works the register is an absolute angel! I ordered lunch for a lot of guys and the job & sometimes I'll forgot something , she actually found my number & called me back a couple times to confirm / correct my order. Extremely thoughtful & caring very much appreciated!“

“Had a great night there recently , super friendly atmosphere and great staff. can't wait to go back.“

“Get a swimming, pool and poolside service lol 💦🍽️🍋“

“I absolutely love this place I work in the same building as the daughter of this restaurant and she is a bright and shining star of a person the mother and the cook of the restaurant is beautiful wonderful personality and makes great food I recommend this restaurant to anybody who's looking for a home feeling fresh food fulfilling and tasteful restaurant Gourmet Express is one of my favorite restaurants you guys are the best“

“Great diners always fresh and delicious“

“Chicken is crunchy and delicious! Everything I've tried so far has been good. Glad I finally tried Chicken Galore last month, but, now I'm a little addicted 😉“

“Good Food and service with a view from the 12th floor. Eddy and his staff will take great care of you. I always eat here when I stay at the Crown Plaza“

“Great place. Food and service are awesome .“

“best place ever I enjoy there food I moved out of Paterson nj 4 years ago ever time I come to nj to visit my mom I stop there. great people great food“

“A place I choose to be after searching for a place to eat and enjoy and finally returning here, a clean place in Heverman, a fair price that I will always want to return to“

“Wonder in Cresskill is one of my favorite places to eat. The spinach artichoke dip is really good, and I also love the burgers and rice bowls. The food always tastes fresh and the service is friendly. I definitely recommend trying it if you are nearby.“

“I haven’t been to The Barn since my kids were young, but we visited Abma’s farm today for the hayride with my daughter and granddaughter and stopped at The Barn for dinner after. What a delight! The staff were so welcoming and child-friendly. I have never been anywhere as child-friendly in Bergen County. Their outside seating area is perfect for families with young children in tow. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience.“

“We just ate there for the first time at the Warren location. We were surprised how busy they were on a Sunday since they are near an office complex. I had a burger, onion rings and a chocolate milk shake. All 3 were delicious. My husband had the hot pastrami and French fries. Both were excellent. We highly recommend.“

“Kenny’s Cafe and Grill has delicious and variety of burgers. They sell sandwiches and hot breakfast items also. Customer friendly and in-door setting. I recommend to try their burgers and sandwiches. You will LOVE it!!👍🏻“

“Hidden Gem with Amazing Flavors and Generous Portions

I can’t say enough good things about this place. Though it might be easy to overlook because of the location, it’s absolutely worth finding parking for, even if you’re coming from a bit further away. The portion sizes are huge for the price—this delicious meal was only $15, and the flavor is out of this world. The meat was so tender, it literally fell apart, and every bite just kept getting better. You can taste the love and care in every dish. It’s one of those spots that may not be packed yet, but once people discover it, I’m sure it’ll be the next go-to. Do yourself a favor and check it out!“

“Our family loves the food & staff!! Cant wait to get back to Sunday breakfasts there!😊“

“Great chicken slices and fair prices 👌“

“We love most everything….especially Frank’s chicken salad“

“Had a great experience at Cafe 37 in Ridgewood! The kale salad was honestly the best I’ve ever had resh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. The service was outstanding as well; the staff was friendly, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Great food and excellent hospitality. Highly recommend, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“The food is very good. I love the appetizers and the Greek salad! When there’s music, the bands are great. The staff is very friendly and helpful.“

“No table service. Yummy kosher meat items. Steak, chili, fries, smoked meat. Wonderful. Was enjoying eating so much didn't feel like taking pictures.
Special mention that the candied Beef Jerky Appetizer is amazing. The French fries are awesome. The chili rocks and the steak was wonderful.“

“Had lunch yesterday, absolutely delicious! Our waitress, Raven explained daily lunch 2-course specials and drink discount. This sweetened the deal. I’m telling everyone I know about Shannon Rose. Definitely coming back every chance I get!“

“Enjoyed our dinner there on Sat evening. We were seated in the ballroom as we were there to see a band. Tables were socially distanced, room was nicely appointed, very clean! Loved my Mozzarella Caprese appetizer and my salmon dinner. Drinks were really good and the staff was super attentive and friendly. Masks were worn the right way too!! Great venue!!“

“It was amazing my friend chef Adam out did himself as always delicious and decadent all in one!! Proud of you Adam!“

“We have been shopping here as our main grocery store pretty much since it opened. While it is a smaller Whole Foods, it tends to have a good stock of a good variety of items, both fresh and packaged. It is generally clean (with one exception, see below) and most of the staff are very friendly and helpful. There is an Amazon Locker here, so you can get your Amazon packages delivered to this locker, do your shopping, and then pick up your package all in one trip. There are a two issues I very much wish they would fix. For one thing, the restrooms are consistently not clean. This is a suburban store and doesn't get the volume of customers that an NYC store gets, but they don't seem to be able to keep the restrooms in good order. My other issue has to do with what they choose to stock in a couple of categories. The first is orange juice. I always look for organic orange juice not in a clear container (so as not to compromise Vitamin C). I just want organic orange juice in an opaque container the way it comes -- not pulp-free, not extra-pulp, not with Vitamin D added, etc. They never stock this. My other stocking issue has to do with ice cream. They have all kinds of interesting flavors, several kinds of dairy-free options, etc. but I just want a pint of premium, organic vanilla ice cream, straight up. This can sometimes be found but often they don't have it on the shelf even though they carry all kinds of great brands that would offer it. If only this store remedied these two issues, they'd be five stars for sure!“

“Stefan the new chef has a wonderful restaurant here with fantastic delicacies to choose from. Standouts are his Tuna sushi on rice cakes with caviar. Amazing. Also the steak frites with truffle fries and the tuna carpaccio...just wow. Stefan also had a delicious tapas served as appetizers a few weeks ago with anchovies and other types of seafood served on toasted baguettes. He is friendly and engaging and a great addition to the Ho-Ho-Kus dining scene. Bought St Eves from the previous owners about 2 years ago. Go and Enjoy!“