50 Best American Restaurants near Garfield

“My first visit to Charlie Blood's definitely won’t be my last.
We started with the baked clams, which were fresh, flavorful, and the perfect way to kick things off. The bar pie was exactly what you want from a classic Jersey tavern pie—thin, crispy, and packed with flavor.
For mains, the steak with shrimp scampi was outstanding. The steak was cooked perfectly and the shrimp scampi added that rich, buttery garlic flavor that made the whole dish stand out. The Drunken Onion Burger was another highlight—juicy, loaded with caramelized onions, and just downright satisfying. The owner even came out with some of their dessert options to try which ended the night perfectly.
The food, atmosphere, and overall experience made for a great first visit. Safe to say I’ll 100% be back to try even more on the menu. If you’re in the area and looking for great food in a classic local spot, Charlie Blood’s is absolutely worth the stop.“

“food and drinks were delicious and fun atmosphere“

“The food and service is excellent. It is always an enjoyable evening.“

“Very nice family friendly restaurant enjoyed their thin crust pizza 🍕 nice welcoming staff will come back to partake on the rest of their menu options George rudawsky“

“They have absolutely earned much more than 5 stars as far as I’m concerned, they have never once disappointed me with my orders, deliveries, special requests & most of all the food is always delicious!! & they’re always pleasant, welcoming, amazing young men…I just love this place!!! Thanks guys so very much for all that u do & for being the great people u r!!! I wish I can give you more than 5 stars…“

“Leanne, is an exceptional server and always brings a big smile to the table, great Food, and atmosphere. Fun and friendly place.“

“Had a great late lunch at DPS Tavern in Garfield, NJ with my husband and it did not disappoint! We ordered a few appetizers and everything was absolutely amazing—fresh, flavorful, and perfectly done. The service was excellent, super attentive and friendly, which made the experience even better. The atmosphere is lovely and welcoming, and the people there were just great overall. We’ll definitely be going back!“

“Want to have a good food, drinks and vibes with great service. Well look no further, this is the spot right here. One of my favorite go to spot. If you haven't been here yet, you're missing out. Check them out.“

“A lot of people think seen one Applebees you seen them all. THAT'S NOT TRUE. We stopped in today to celebrate our daughter's student of the month award from school and had a very pleasant experience from the moment we walk in to the moment we left. Firstly, we were greeted by Jerry at the host desk who was very pleasant, and smiled at us the moment we entered. We were seated right away and had a lovely lady Britney identified herself as our waitress. This Applebees was very clean, comfortable and quiet which was nice. A good value add is they have a kiosk on the table with games on it food kids to play while you wait for drinks, apps and food but be aware, these games costs 3 dollars each which will be charged to your final bill. In my opinion a few games for the kids are worth it. You can play virtual/ interactive checkers, basketball, tic tac toe and miniature golf. We ordered Applebees' legendary Long Island Ice Tea and a Bahama Mama to start with fresh mozzerella sticks. These babies are piping hot and the cheese is stringy. For main entree i had the full rack of ribs (Asian Glaze sauce) with French fries and 5 cheese bacon mac and cheese (i know i know but it called out to me). Let me tell you im a Pitmaster by trade and these ribs were ON POINT (see photos). Im talking falling off the bone, sauce perfectly caramelized onto the meat, smoke ring on the inside and beautiful char on the ends. The Mac and cheese was creamy and bacon bits still crunchy, Lawd Jesus. The wife had the shrimp Alfredo pasta with fresh garlic bread it looked so good it could have been mistaken from a dish out of Little Italy Mulberry Street herself i tell you. The baby had mac and cheese and French fries which she loved with some ketchup. DESSERT.......oh my goodness. The wife had the Triple Chocolate Meltdown which lived up to its name (see photos), warm chocolate cake even even richer warm chocolate syrup served with vanilla bean ice cream (a house favorite). I couldn't resist the Sizzlin Caramel Appple Pie (served in a small Dutch oven pan see photos) with warm caramel glaze and vanilla bean ice cream. The little one enjoyed her complimentary ice cream Sunday for being the Student of the Month in her class. As we were officially in a food coma at this point we got to the car and realized we left our daughter's little bag inside the booth. As I turned over my shoulder to head back in, JERRY came out to the car with not only her bag but also her toys we left to (smh) still with a smile. Thank you so much Jerry appreciate you going the extra mile, it left a lasting impression on us all. This is the BEST Applebees we've seen in a long looooooong time im talking overall and unparalleled service food presentation and atmosphere, it felt like more than a neighborhood bar and grille...it felt like a very upscale sports bar, thanks to the hardworking men (especially Jerry) and women (like Britney) who make that feeling possible. We shall return.“

“A truly memorable brunch experience. The rooftop setting is stunning, with elegant décor, beautiful natural light, and a relaxed atmosphere. The perfect place to enjoy a leisurely brunch and take in the unique ambiance. Highly recommended.“

“Loved every dish- fluke with black tea, mint and peach(who knew raw fish and fruit went so well together?), amazing grilled artichokes and grilled eggplant. Barely touched my pasta with preserved lemon because I was full, but it was delicious. My daughter’s burger was iconic. The Platonic ideal of hamburgers. Coffee was also delicious. If we had not made a plan to go to La Cabral for dessert and more coffee, I am sure dessert would have been equally excellent.Service was excellent and our waitress was knowledgeable and interested in the food.The fluke reminded me of the first time I went to USC in 1988. I had a plate with raw marinated tuna, raw salmon and raw scallops. The little heaps of fish were so pretty on the plate with their contrasting colors.“

“What a treat to stumble upon Parker & Quinn! It was an intimate atmosphere and a perfect night for me and my 10-year-old daughter. The kids’ menu was so good (the pasta was homemade and so delicious that I had to enjoy a few bites!), and my margarita flatbread was incredible. Great service from our server and another gentleman (the manager?) who came over multiple times to check on us. I highly recommend you check this out if you’re looking for something away from the hustle and bustle and generic nature of Timed Square. Chef’s kiss!“

“Every time we take a trip into the city, we make sure to visit the Cookshop. Love the staff. So friendly and they make the best margaritas! Jiro (sorry if I’m misspelling) is a great bartender.“

“Absolutely the best food in NYC we finally got a bar seat this past Saturday was in the city for pride we have been trying for years everything was spot on crysathenn salad, the stuffed flatbread and lasagna and cocoa tiramisu“

“nice service,,🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😍💪💪🤳🤳🤳🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🤝“

“Classic for pre-or post Broadway fare!“

“Uma experiência fantástica, com ótima música! Fui do Brasil a Nova York para conhecer! Show!!“

“Excellent food! Well done!“

“Service, Service, Service! Exceptional. Kudos to the entire staff for treating everyone with great attention to detail. Eleni was great and made my wife's birthday special in every way. The Monkey Bread, bibb lettuce salad and the French Dip were all Exceptional. The chocolate pie with whipped cream was a great way to finish the meal. Also Jill was great delight in telling us about the restaurant and the menu highlights. The ambiance and energy will just put a smile on your face.“

“❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“So beautiful and so delicious!!“

“Blown away by interior design, topped with finger-licking food, friendly service, and such a well crafted drinks!“

“Honestly one of the best restaurants I have ever been to. Not only were the ingredients fresh, but the preparation was nothing short of perfect. Great atmosphere & vibe. Will definitely be returning very soon.“

“Great food, good service, good vibe!“

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

“Empire Diner is more than just a diner, it’s an institution of Chelsea. Pricier than your average diner, their cuisine takes on daring takes of original flavors. Massive drink list and a very cool atmosphere to boot. Across from Clement Clarke Moore Park and just under an amazing art mural. This is a place to impress and you will be impressed by this spot.“

“Fantastic service, fantastic food, fantastic atmosphere“

“Fabulous and gluten free. great selection, service, atmosphere and very close to MSG!“

“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!“

“dog friendly and the food is very good“

“The food and the service was amazing! The short rib was soft as butter, the pork rib was juicy and flavorful and the fish was delicious! I highly recommend this place. 🙌🏾🔥“

“this place was an absolute 5/5!!! the atmosphere had such a social and intimate aesthetic witch was perfect for our dinner!! i ordered the “pan seared wild salmon” and it was delicious! our server was keith and he was very helpful and efficient! we will definitely be back. we had such a great time!!! Not to mention it’s perfect location!! we will %100 be back.“

“Had a wonderful lunch with my daughter and entire family today after my daughter’s graduation MSU Go Redhawks! Highly recommended for the amazing food and beautiful atmosphere!“

“7 people crew from the fortune society we where on 34th street donating jackets and sleeping bags to the homeless and walked to 42street Applebee's restaurant and got amazing service and the food was done and served quick amazing manager Mr Vernon and our waitress Sydney took super care of us if in nyc you must visit this grand restaurant 😀“

“The chili sauce is sweeter than I prefer; I'm more of a spicy person.
I did visit during a relatively quiet time, but my food took a long time to arrive. Since I don't drink alcohol, the wait was a little tedious and made me hungry.
Everything else was excellent 👍“

“Today was my first time visiting West Bank Café, and I had the best experience ever! The staff and service were fantastic, and the owner greeted us as soon as we arrived. It’s in a great location, right in the heart of Manhattan. There’s even a parking garage next to the restaurant, which is perfect if you’re a commuter. I would definitely eat here again. Best wishes to Tom and Michael ...bravo! 👏“

“Everything was outstandingly delicious!!!“

“Enjoyed a Fabulous dinner and Found the food Delicious and Authentic 💯 The staff was warm and attentive, also the atmosphere and Cleanliness were top notch. Well done, We'll be back⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Creative take on Mediterranean food Fantastic“

“I had a really great experience here. The space is beautiful and calm, with a warm, elegant vibe that instantly makes you slow down and enjoy the moment. It feels upscale but not intimidating, which I appreciated a lot.
The food was solid across the board. The steak was cooked perfectly, juicy with a nice char and simple seasoning that let the quality of the meat shine. The Caesar salad was fresh and crisp with generous parmesan and crunchy croutons. The oysters were clean and briny, super fresh, and the shrimp cocktail was chilled perfectly with a classic, flavorful sauce.
Service was attentive without hovering. Everything came out at a relaxed pace, which matched the atmosphere really well. This is the kind of place that works great for a date night, a quiet dinner with friends, or even a special occasion when you want something classy but comfortable.
Overall, I would definitely come back. Great food, beautiful setting, and a very polished but welcoming experience.“

“Cosy atmosphere, great food and friendly people.“

“The most incredible meal I have ever had. Thank you.“

“Outstanding dinner at The Dining Room at RH Guesthouse. The food was excellent and prepared well. The attention to detail and the presentation was outstanding. We were celebrating a special occasion and everyone there made it feel extraordinary. We can't wait to go back.“

“Came here for a quick bite and a drink. This place did not disappoint. The hot honey chicken sandwich and truffle fries were delicious. I also ordered a margarita which was just as good. Atmosphere was pretty live for a Thursday night. My friend ordered the double smash burger with an espresso martini which she said was also good. Thursdays their wings are $1, will have to come back to try them.“

“Very good food and service. Relaxed and inviting atmosphere.“

“Incredible food and cool vibe🎼🍷😎“

“Cuisine is fabulous & all different & very good hospitality must to go👍“

“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.“

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

“Consistently good service! Our server Christian was great.“