50 Best Bars near Pompton Lakes

“There aren’t enough nice things to say about Pompton Craft House. The beers on tap are fresh and constantly changing. There’s an amazing selection of perfectly curated, delicious wine for an amazing price. The wine tasting machines are SO COOL. John and the staff are incredibly nice, helpful, and fun to talk to. If you haven’t gone yet, what are you doing?!“

“I’ve been to The Side Door before, but I’ve never had a bartender like Crystal. She is hands down one of the best bartenders I’ve ever had! I originally stopped by for just one quick birthday drink, but her friendly personality, great energy, and amazing service convinced us to stay much longer than we planned. We ended up spending way more than we expected, and it was worth every penny because she made the whole experience so much fun.

I was honestly surprised to find out she’s a new bartender here because she made it feel like she’d been doing it for years. She was attentive, welcoming, and knew exactly how to keep the good vibes going.

Crystal truly made my birthday drinks memorable. I’ll definitely be coming back, and I’ll be recommending The Side Door to all of my friends—as long as Crystal is behind the bar! 10/10 experience.“

“food is delicious my favorite is the pork chop ...burgers 🤤 the vibe is neighborly great staff❣️“

“Good food. Attentive server. Good value.“

“Great burger and fries great server definitely coming back with the girls“

“Been here 2xs, food, service and atmosphere are excellent. Seasonal cocktails. A stranger , i will call Joy, bought us a drink. Thank you!“

“Love The Notch! Can’t wait to see what great bands will be playing there this year and the new friends I’m bound to make! The Notch Family keeps growing! If you haven’t been there yet…… get to it! ❤️🎶🍻“

“Incredible place, love to see it in good hands as my grandparents (the former owners) would be thrilled to see“

“I had a private event in the Parlor Room and it was fabulous. Food and drinks were spot on and the service was dynamite. There were 21 of us all together and everyone was well cared for by server Lily and the rest of the awesome staff. I really love the unique atmosphere of the place -warm, classy and comfortable all at once. No boring old chain restaurant vibes here. Everyone had a great time. I would definitely host future events here.“

“They have the best social hour!! The food is amazing and the atmosphere is great!!!“

“This bar is like home to me. I absolutely love the staff, the cooks and all of the regular’s It’s like going to cheers.

I want to add that I had my husband’s 50th birthday party there and they did an outstanding job making it happen. Karen and Sam Made some amazing food and they were so attentive to my guests. The bartenders, Kyle and Jo Jo Rocked it they made amazing drinks and Kept them coming to the birthday boy the Whole day.

But what’s even more special and means the world to me is that the staff that was not working that day came to hang out and help me set up and enjoy my husband’s 50th with us. Literally, family, and good friends at this bar. If you’re looking for a local bar to frequent to get good food, drinks and make outstanding friendships. I highly recommend you come down and see Dave, Denise, JoJo, Kim, Kyle, Elaine and Alison. Heck, you’ll probably meet me too. I’m the girl with the bow. That’s always at the bar.“

“la recomiendo 100% es un ambiente muy entrenado.“

“REALLY good food- service great.“

“Dante’s has truly transformed the old Alexis Steakhouse space with a modern, refreshing facelift and a fantastic menu to match. It’s the perfect spot for happy hour, a night out with family or friends, or even a business lunch. One of the standout features is their exclusive upstairs party room, which accommodates 75+ guests—ideal for baby showers, bridal showers, or business meetings. The space includes a flat-screen TV for presentations or party highlights, plus its own private bathroom and bar. Convenience is another plus: Dante’s offers plenty of parking and is located near all major highways (Rt. 46, Rt. 3, Parkway, Turnpike, and Rt. 80). The cozy bar area is great for catching a game, and their intimate lounge space comfortably seats up to 10 people with private wait service—perfect for small gatherings. I’ve enjoyed Dante’s for everything from meeting friends and business lunches to happy hours and private lounge get-togethers. The food never disappoints: the prime burger is massive and made with quality prime rib, the tuna tartare is fresh and loaded with avocado, and their homemade chips are addictive. The clams casino are packed with flavor, the steak sandwich features premium cuts, and the pear salad with grilled chicken is a delicious option if you’re looking for something lighter. Check it out—you won’t be disappointed!“

“I ride all the time and I try to stop by flips on the way home as much as possible. Beautiful bartenders with manners in quality personalities and they get the food ASAP for you the food is high quality the stakes are absolutely delicious great bartenders and a great chef“

“Beautiful venue, amazing drinks made drinks, delicious food and great people.“

“Tucked away behind the Main Street we stumbled upon this excellent restaurant. We ordered Spring rolls and a Japanese thingy for starter, both were really good. For mains it was Beef and Ginger and Prawn Fried Rice, again both excellent. So for 2 starters, 2 mains and 4 drinks it came to 58 euros, even excellenter ?…music choice was a bit different in that it was dance oriented but wasn’t out of place. We have booked again and would obviously recommend ?“

“Katie was kind , professional gave us all the time we needed ! Never felt rushed or hurried! She was awesome ! Was patience and made the experience a wonderful time ! We will be back to see Katie ! I’m a restaurant manager and she’s a keeper !! Think you Katie !“

“Nice spot to drop in for a drink. Friendly, attentive bartender, some nice selections with gentle prices. Nice little local bar, enjoyed stopping in with a friend for a drink.
Be aware though, apparently they only serve food on certain days.“

“Trays of wraps made for cardiac service at GSH. Best grilled chicken wrap ever!! My friends and family frequently eat at the diner. Everything is fresh and delicious 😋“

“Fun time local bar nice people great bartenders“

“The best atmosphere to unwind and have fun...“

“Black Jack's is an awesome local sports bar / restaurant. There are many TVs with all the sports entertainment you could possibly ask for. The food is great and so is the service. I particularly like that they have live bands on the weekend.“

“Great restaurant - food is great, service is attentive. Restaurant policy not to allow you to have bread before you order is not good for people who need food with their drink. Manager (blond woman) was disappointing in her lack of understanding and customer service -very poor.. It is sad we must find another favorite restaurant because we loved it there.“

“Great service, reasonable pricing and delicious food“

“Love this place the food the service the atmosphere!“

“The home of the Bergen Wildcats for decades! Great place and great people!“

“I hosted a memorial dinner here , it was a very exclusive event . Very private and I was accompanied well by the staff and owner/ management. I was very satisfied with the price . I was able to rent out the venue for a few hours . It was great ! Thanks again to Jasmine who was very professional and kind . Will recommend this amazing place to others looking for a space to host a gathering etc. I will also be using there services again in the near future :)“

“(Translated by Google) The best salsa matinee, with the best sexy DJ, great atmosphere, the best drink specials. I love this place❤(Original)El mejor matinee salsero, con El mejor Dj sexy, muy buen ambiente, los mejores especiales en bebidas. Me encanta este lugar❤“

“7:00pm chili's was swamped. I decided to go to take out to order instead of wait. gals were so kind and patient regardless of how busy they were ro help me with my order. Riverdale chili's has always been my favorite restaurant and tonight was no different. got home, food was delicious as usual. thanks chili's for great food at great prices with exceptional service and wonderful hard working professional people keeping people happy and fed with great food. thank you. thank you for great service, delicious food and affordable prices. your restaurant was packed as usual 7pm so order take out. super nice and friendly ladies took order. food was exceptional, service was extremely great and we are lucky to a Riverdale chili's.“

“This place was fantastic! My husband and I went there on a whim. And we are so glad that we did. We love the ambience, it looks like a country cottage. And the service was awesome. She was there to make us comfortable and happy.....which she did. And the food was the piece de resistance . We had stuffed zucchini blossoms for our appetizer and they were perfect. Then we got a salad, of which the house dressing is the way to go. And then we had an order of snow crab legs that were PHENOMENOL! And we also ordered the Pasta dish which had deep sea scallops and shrimp with a vodka sauce over angel hair pasta. Which was also incredibly good. We left there feeling very happy and satisfied! Thanks Country Cottage! We DEFINETLY will be back. =)“

“We ate here for my son's 11th birthday. The hostesses greeted us with pleasant smiles. Our waitress, Liz was very polite and accommodating. Our food was well prepared delicious and a gracious portion size. At the end of our meal Liz brought out a delicious brookie topped with ice cream in celebration of my son's birthday. This experience is one we will never forget. 10/10 in all areas!!!!! Simply AMAZING ♥“

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

“Great carribean food like nowhere else, and the host of a great Wednesday jam that’s been going on for over 20 years.“

“Passo spesso da Bardi's Bar and Grill per un panino veloce, ma non riesco a trovarlo nell’app Coverflex: sapete se accettate i buoni pasto?“

“The personnel/staff amazing ! The decor and grounds are stunning. The food delicious it’s a 10 !!!“

“Ate here for the first time with my sisters, and we had a fantastic experience. Our server, cherrylynn, gave us a run down of the menu and was very attentive. We had the jerked chicken wings and yuca fries and were in love. Would be dining here again“

“excelente servicio y mui buen ambiente“

“I just wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks for the incredible Gearhart Law event! Everything was truly spectacular—from the exquisite food to the stunning decor. It was clear that no detail was overlooked, and your staff executed everything flawlessly. The bartenders and team went above and beyond, providing outstanding service that made the evening unforgettable. Thank you for such a remarkable experience!“

“When you meet Maribel arcos. She will go out every weekend. Block you she did it to me after putting me in jail Because she called,911,on me. Abused me, cussed at me. And repeated the same accusations. From 78lupton Lane. Calling 911. Why would she move with me in August 22, 2022 to 180 cedar Street and repeat the same thing“

“Moro em newarkPor favor, Mira las fotos tal vez es una mejora?? Por favor, Olhe as fotos, talvez, é uma melhoria?? Hello, I am poor. But have leverage. I have a car. Am going to purchase a better one. Is anyone interested in this place? I am looking for a women that is working too hard. Your income may be good but but are spending too much time paying bills. I may rent the rest of my apartment room for $800 to a family I already know and have interviewed. I do not know the location of my next move. *SIGH* 🤧 Please look at the pictures maybe it is an upgrade? 201-444-3148 . name is Karl“

“Fun. They shared my birthday Danced. Good food“

“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.“

“I never ever ever ever feel obliged to review restaurants. There are hundreds of reviews that speak and echo anything I would say about the delicious meal I enjoyed. But what is compelling me to post this was truly the regarding the service I received here. It brought me to tears!!! Patricio and Dylan were the most considerate, kind, attentive and understanding waiters I have ever met in my entire life. After dining in the tri-state area my whole life, exploring cities like Chicago and LA through food, I’ve been conditioned and numb to lackluster waitstaff and typically take the approach of trying just to avoid them spitting in my food, but Patricio and Dylan completely floored me in their attention to detail, knowledge, and service that showed me exactly what good waiters could be. Living with GI issues and intolerances, I consistently feel like an inconvenience at restaurants and that the entire responsibility of making sure I don’t fall ill after dining is based on how I modify the menu and pick around my plate. EXCEPT here at Rails with Patricio and Dylan, I had the first care-free dining experience in my life, their thoughtfulness allowed me to be truly present with my family, enjoy the wonderful food being served, and just live in the moment, which is so important to me. Dylan was explicit in the detail of every dish and always helped me navigate what was coming around and being served. Now, back to the tears, when I subtly mentioned in passing to Patricio that I couldn’t eat dairy and couldn’t partake in the birthday cake, he brought me a delicious sorbet flight, unprompted, just so that I could feel a part of the festivities. I can’t wait to go back to Rails to see my friends again. - Emily R. Sartori“

“You will not be disappointed great food great people good time !!“