50 Best American Restaurants near Elmwood Park

“Well I just order theses French fries last night and they were burn and hard as a rock we need better older workers for this restaurant and we need better older waitress that could take the customers order and sever the customers the right order and for this restaurant we need a host for the front of the front entrance of the restaurant and we need a cashier for the front of the restaurant and we need a older dish washer worker that could handle the plates and we need older waitress that could pay attention to there job not giggly with there friends that's not working we need better workers for this nice restaurant and better older managers one in the morning and one at night to see how clean the restaurants tables are and also the restrooms and they should close the other side and keep that side only for special events. Because this is a American restaurants that we need real waitress and host for this beautiful restaurant.“

“best ever Halal, i ever tried , 100% recommended. try once & will get addiction of theu Angus beef“

“Today we had the pleasure of dining at Blue 42 Restaurant and Bar, located at 158 Market St, Elmwood Park, NJ, and I must say it was a delightful experience. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted by a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The security staff were particularly friendly and helpful, ensuring we felt comfortable and safe throughout our visit.
While our order did take a little longer to arrive than expected, it was truly worth the wait. Each dish we ordered was bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The attention to detail in the preparation was evident, and we thoroughly enjoyed every bite. It’s clear that the chefs at Blue 42 take pride in their culinary creations.
We ended up spending a total of $78, including tips, and I felt that the quality of the food and the overall dining experience justified every penny. The combination of great service and delicious meals makes Blue 42 a restaurant I would happily recommend to others.
If you're in the area and looking for a place to enjoy a meal, I highly encourage you to check out Blue 42. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Great service! You wouldn’t know they were short staffed.“

“Great vibe, outstanding food and excellent service. What a top NYC restaurant should be.“

“Classic for pre-or post Broadway fare!“

“Had a great late breakfast complete with Mimosas and Alfie’s Amber Ale- all served by our awesome bartender Niamh from Ireland!!!“

“Went for a family lunch. Sharing starters were big, 2 were easily big enough for 4 people, and tasty. We had meatballs for main course (obviously!) with pasta. All very delicious. You can choose between different types of meatballs, pasta and sauce to make your own combo. Staff were friendly and very helpful. Highly recommended.“

“Our service and food were excellent!!
We went for Thanksgiving dinner. My granddaughter needed a gluten free options and they were wonderful!!!
The entire meal including the NY Cheesecake were able to be prepared gluten free!

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free“

“Cosy atmosphere, great food and friendly people.“

“Food and drinks were amazing. Only complaint is waited too long, over 30 min, for our food. Watched as people who sat after us finished their food and left.“

“Food, atmosphere, waiter! Simply Amazing!!“

“We lived in nyc for 30 years. Recently moved to DE. God only knows how much we miss the nyc culture. Nothing holds a candle to it. Thank you Aaron for such a delightful lunch today at your restaurant. Best Manhattan I’ve had in a long long time! You were so attentive and accommodating. Service the best! Thank the kitchen for the great food also! Will be back soon with our nephew and his spouse!“

“Wonderful experience! Amazing Apps & Steak / Side. Great cocktails. Beautifully put together & appointed cozy bar & restaurant. Most importantly - the staff is amazing. Mike A was an outstanding server. It all started with a warm welcome by the Maitre D, a great conversation with the Hostess, and then an amazing experience by Mike & the serving staff. The soft shell crab & shrimp cocktail appetizers were exceptional. And we had the 30 oz porterhouse steak to share. Cooked to perfection. Finally, the steak sauce that is prepared at your table is epic. Highly, highly recommend!! Be informed - it does get loud in there when full of customers. Still can't wait to to go back!“

“Finally able to visit and so happy I did. My drink, Dutch Revival, is my new favorite cocktail. The winter flatbread was delicious. Loved the vibe and hospitality.“

“Really enjoyed the meal (wish the chicken was a bit more savory, but the chicken and waffle is nice and a decent portion. The coffee was very good and our service was top notch.

11/17/24 had the pork belly egg and cheese, and wow, it was phenomenal. A very adult take on it.“

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

“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.“

“Great experience with great friends we are from Puerto Rico and Boston . In loving with the Turkey dinner offer“

“Very chic city atmosphere with a beautiful bar & dining area indoors. The food and service was outstanding.“

“Fabulous place to eat. Service was excellent and patient even tho busy. Food amazing and cheesecake to die for. 100% recommend“

“My boyfriend and I were looking for a place to eat after our visit to the Natural History Museum. I am so happy we ended up choosing The Wolfe. The food and atmosphere was great. Our server, Spencer, was the best. Thank you for making our day, Spencer <3 :)

& Happy Birthday to The Wolfe!“

“Amazing food, service, and atmosphere. 5/5“

“Fantastic, fast, paleo-friendly food!“

“It's a shop that you can easily walk into by yourself, and the staff are very nice. I stopped by late at night, so a bowl of Mexican chicken and a glass of red wine cost $42.44. I expected a 10% tip, but was surprised to see an 18% appreciation fee listed on the receipt.“

“The service was outstanding and the food amazing! The best crab cake I’ve ever had and the butter service was to die for! Can’t wait to go back.“

“We had an overall excellent experience!“

“Esperienza unica a New York, atmosfera elegante, ma al tempo stesso giovane e frizzante. Servizio impeccabile e piatti di rara perfezione. Esperienza stellata veramente unica!“

“Great place to stop for a brunch when in the city to see a show“

“Seasonal dishes fresh and beautifully presented! Friendly and helpful team with excellent dish recommendations :)“

“Thanks for a wonderful birthday celebration! Food was great, staff was wonderful!“

“I had an incredible dining experience at Applebee’s, thanks to our waitress, Adriana! From the moment we were seated, she greeted us with a warm smile and made us feel right at home. Adriana was attentive, friendly, and genuinely cared about making sure we enjoyed our meal. She anticipated our needs, kept our drinks topped off, and was quick with any requests we had.

Not only was she efficient, but she also had a great attitude and brought such positive energy to our table. It made our meal so much more enjoyable! If you’re dining here, I highly recommend asking for Adriana – she’ll make your visit exceptional. Thank you, Adriana, for your wonderful service“

“This place is worth every penny. When you walking you’re greeted by all the staff. There is a cat check which was nice on one of the coldest days of the year. The place is inviting and festive. From the bar area that has a cozy cabin lodge feel. Past the glass area that looks into the courtyard. Then to the dining area where we were seated. With the wood beams at the top and the Christmas decor.
Now the food. We were a large party so we had to leave a card on file and we knew coming in we had a Pre set menu to pick from. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Flavorful and well presented. Everything was hot and to our liking. The drinks were well made. My favorite was the Staten Island.
The service staff kept checking in on us. They were very attentive. They checked if our appetizers had been served and went to check to make sure it was coming. There is no one rushing you to get out. They let us take our time eating and enjoying the ambiance there. I can’t wait to return next year.“

“Our favorite place with a superior craft beer selection and great food at great pricing with the most amazing staff ever!“

“It’s the second time that my partner and I have had the opportunity to stop by for drinks in Jasper, one of the employees Bernabe was very helpful and attentive. He recognized us immediately and gave us water as well as gave us the menu. 30 seconds later, Sophia came and said Hi to us and took care of us. Her smile and hospitality made us feel more than welcome once again.

Shoutout to Sophia for the top-notch service and making us feel like VIPs ?“

“Food was fantastic! We went for lunch and had the fried calamari, shrimp scampi and penne alfredo. Staff was attentive and friendly and brought us fresh bread with dipping oil and fritters after we were seated. Will definitely visit again. Highly recommend!“

“Omg this place is AMAZING! Definitely a new North Arlington favorite! The gentleman that makes everything are so friendly. They also accommodate you if you want to switch something for your dish. This is the second time I've been here and had the linguine garlic pasta ( they make it homemade too). The first time I only had it with shrimp. The second time I added grilled chicken and shrimp. I am obsessed!

Great atmosphere, owners, and service. Every time I come back I want to try something different but I stick with the pasta. It's my favorite!

I had the gluten free calamari and that was fantastic as well. The breading was seasoned well and it wasn't rubbery. That a must to try as well!.

My boyfriend had the grilled chicken, rice, and broccoli and everything was seasoned wonderful.

Keep doing your thing! We will be back! ☺️“

“Great spot for drinks and a drink 🥃 what a great time and place, we well be coming back“

“Great place. Food and service are awesome .“

“I won’t lie, I took my partner here as a surprise after he got into the car and I had the very Kitchen Nightmare episode this restaurant was featured in. You know, the episode with Bobby the gangsta executive chef who was making $100,000?

It was a great episode, but the owners looked like very good people. Even though it’s been a couple years, I discovered Bask46 was not only still open, but thriving.

We didn’t get to set at Gordon’s booth, but we were right next to it. The service and food were fantastic!

My partner got the tacos, which he loved (the portions look bigger than what Gordon has suggested). I had the 46 burger. The first half tasted bland, but it seems because all the flavor was just on the other side — and when I hit that, I loved it.

The potato skins appetizer was OK, but still we had a great experience.

It was a Sunday night so we didn’t expect to see the owners, but we still had a great time, and it looked like things were running smoothly.

Fun experience, and who knows, maybe we’ll trek back again. Bask46 is one of the rare Ramsay success stories, and it truly is a success.“

“I recently visited the Pancake Factory and had the pleasure of being served by J. From the moment I walked in, J's warm and welcoming demeanor made me feel right at home. They were incredibly attentive, ensuring my experience was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish. J's knowledge of the menu was impressive—they provided excellent recommendations, which turned out to be absolutely delicious. The pancakes were fantastic, but it was J's exceptional service that truly made my visit memorable. Their professionalism, friendliness, and ability to anticipate needs were outstanding. If you're looking for top-notch service and a great dining experience, ask for J—you won't be disappointed!🥰“

“Everything was pretty much perfect except for that lobster malfadine. literally what was that? probably the worst thing I’ve ever tasted. Wow. Vanilla & Lobster? Maybe im missing something. Jesus Christ. I can’t even exaggerate how terrible it was. Apps were great and drinks were ok. Mind boggled by that pasta still“

“Quality place, great food and good service.“

“The staff was friendly and knowledgeable“

“Awesome dinner, always good food and people“

“I really liked the food that I got here. When we went, the hotpot stuff was not available so the owner just told us to order off the menu. He reco'ed the gamjatang and it was really good. The meat was so soft and it slid right off. I particularly liked the veggies in there. I also got the bibim guksu (spicy cold noodles). I told the owner I wanted naemyeon so he recommended the bibim guksu. It was really flavourful. Also - who can say no to unlimited kimchi! Highly reco this place. The portions were great for really good prices. And the owner was very nice!“

“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.“

“This place is so clean. You wouldn't expect it when you first walk in, but there's no dust balls or cobwebs or anything on the antiques on the walls. So impressive. The staff and owners are so polite and professional, I feel like I could do a full page review on them alone. Our waitress Lisa was a pure delight. A breath of fresh air. If you enter through the bar you get to have a "Goodfellas" moment as you pass through the kitchen to the dining room and get to greet the chef. Finally, the food. It was awesome. I had the steak cooked medium and it came cooked medium..."WHAT!!".... I KNOW, who does that anymore. Cooking a steak to the temp you want it. Innovative. Oh, yeah, my wife had some did too that she thought was delicious. Anyway, it's a cash only restaurant so stop at the ATM before you head there for dinner. Go soon, you won't regret it.“

“Went for a school trip for the seniors. Was also my first time going to this place. I heard so many things about the experience so I was ready to see how it was. Was pouring rain outside. Building looked nice and the staff were mostly friendly. Manager I spoke to regarding a seat was awesome and patient. Atmosphere was comforting and fun. The show was much quicker than we all expected. Only real gripe I had was the food offering. Not sure if it had changed over the years from what others told me, but for the price of tickets, I would think a bit more should be offered.

If you like fantasy and just want a unique experience, give this place a try.“

“The food is amazing and I keep coming back for their fried chicken. It’s worth trying🤤“