50 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.“

“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.“

“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..“

“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“

“The Calamari is amazing, so fresh and tender. The chicken Milanese is also great. Their Red Sangria is also good!“

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

“Great place to work and have dinner the slice steak was delicious and the onion soup was amazing the Cajun pasta my wife love it and the chicken scarpiello amazing definitely will come back the owners Evan and father very attentive great atmosphere.“

“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!“

“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!“

“I highly recommend White Maple. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared, and the service is consistently professional, attentive, and welcoming. I come here often, and every visit has been a great experience.

A special thank-you to Maria, who is always so kind, friendly, and welcoming. She truly makes every visit even more enjoyable.

The quality of both the food and the overall experience is outstanding. White Maple is one of those places you genuinely look forward to coming back to. Highly recommend!“

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

“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 🫶✨️🥂🎶“

“My wife and I went to St. Eve’s for our anniversary and had a wonderful experience. The food was excellent, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere made it a perfect spot for a special occasion. Everything from start to finish was great, and we really enjoyed our evening. We’ll definitely be back!“

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

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

“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.“

“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!“

“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 place. Food and service are awesome .“

“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!“

“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!“

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

“CHECK THIS PLACE OUT!!! MY WIFE AND I CELEBRATED MY 30TH BIRTHDAY HERE AND WE VERY MUCH ENJOYED!! DEFINITELY RECOMMEND“

“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 brunch place with kids. Great service.“

“Great diners always fresh and delicious“

“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!!👍🏻“

“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 😉“

“I have had many food sensitivities and they were wonderful to accommodate. The restaurant was lovely. The service was perfect and they were very fast to serve us. The restaurant was busy with a party outside, but they attended to us in a super way. The food was excellent and the atmosphere was great. It was just very very cold inside will return again we had salmon and the chicken and bananas Foster for dessert as well as sour sop sorbet which was amazing. Homemade“

“oh my god it's been 4 months since my husband and myself poped in for breakfast on our weekend getaway, and I CANNOT stop thinking about how AMAZING the food was.... looks like another 9 hour trip is in our near future 😭😍 p.s. get the pancakes🫶🏻“

“Albert’s’s has been a go to favorite for many years and Albert is an excellent host. The food never disappoints and the service is always great. I recommend Albert’s HoHokus whole heartedly.“

“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.“

“This has to be one of the Best bagel stores in NJ. Eric and Christie are amazing owners and everything is made fresh, including the variety of Cream cheeses they offer. Have to try the sundried tomato cream cheese, it is a favorite. The staff are friendly and pleasant and very efficient in what they do. I call ahead my order being they are always busy. Don't be surprised if when you arrive there is a line out the door, they are that good. 👍“

“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!“

“Food is fresh and presented wonderfully. A little on the high priced side. The price matches the ambiance though. You have to plan to spend when you go but will enjoy the experience completely.“

“Great food and atmosphere. wonderful staff.“

“From start to finish we had an amazing meal. The service is impeccable and the food is delicious and imaginative. Beautiful ambiance too.We have had a perfect dinner every time we have been here and can't wait to come back!“

“We went here to celebrate our anniversary and they made our dinner feel special by having a chalkboard sign wishing us a happy anniversary for our table. We were also given an anniversary card with a coupon to get a free app on our next visit. The food was really good and filled you without making you feel overstuffed. Our waitress Deborah was kind and attentive too!“

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

“The staff and food were absolutely amazing!“

“Great dogs. And friendly too Support this business!“

“We live a few towns away and unfortunately we didn’t find this place sooner. Food was amazing not what we expected. We thought it was just a bar but it’s a restaurant. It has a unique feel and the service top notch. Keep up the good work.“

“Thank you to Kiara, Tommy, and staff. Tommy's sponsored/catered the food at our Tricky Tray this past weekend as well as last year! RAVE REVIEWS!!! Everyone LOVED the food! Everything was delish, fresh, and hot! We can't thank you enough!!!!“

“Love this place! They have an entire vegan menu with at least ten vegan options. They have both Beyond and Impossible products, as well as a fabulous black bean burger and falafel wrap. Lots of vegan sides, too! Updated from previous review on 2026-07-26“