50 Best American Restaurants near Rutherford

“Small and quaint place nestled in Rutherford. Attentive staff, great food. Will return if i am in the area.“

“Beautiful hotel Very friendly and very clean Food was amazing“

“Our 40th Anniversary dinner was amazing last night! From the service to the food and meeting the chef after! What a wonderful restaurant especially for a special occasion! Thank you for an amazing night!“

“My wife & I went to Sonoma Bistro because the restaurant we were originally going to was closed. Lucky for us! This place was amazing. A little hard to hear each other talk, but not overly concerning. Erick, our server, was excellent. Very friendly and courteous. My wife ordered the Vegetarian Burrito Bowl and loved it. I ordered the stuffed chicken. That was one of the best dishes I have had in a very long time. I am so glad we wound up at this place. Also, if you like fruity cocktails, I highly recommend the Tiki Temptation. We will probably be going back within a few days just to get the exact same dishes. If you haven't been here, give this place a shot. You won't regret it.“

“Jim dandy’s is a very good place to get a quick meal for cheap with a friendly staff making you feel comfortable“

“This place is absolutely amazing. No one needs to tell you that but what’s really cool is that my wife and I went and I’ve been drying out this September but still wanted an experience of trying a bunch of craft cocktails. They killed it. Every drink was so cool and I even bought one of the bottles (photo). It’s just super cool for a place this famous and established to still have a commitment to service so high they’ll cater to some clown who wants to explore off-menu, zero proof cocktails. Well done Blue Hill team, well done.“

“I feel guilty for wanting this place all to myself because it's so good. The staff handled my children's requests with grace. This place distinguishes itself clearly. Their menu offerings and service quality merit top rating. You should taste what this spot offers once.“

“chill vibe. great burgers. super cocktails. good service“

“Amazing staff, amazing food (better than my bubbies, but don’t tell her) absolutely loved it!!“

“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.“

“Fantastic Brunch! Wife and I have been to Essex many times for dinner and drinks at both locations but this was our first bunch at the new location and it didn't disappoint. They've definitely upped their brunch game with some creative shared plates like middle eastern flatbreads and Dutch Baby pancakes. Went with a large group and there was something for everyone. Decor was stunning and, given how crowded the restaurant was, the volume level of manageable. Highly recommend.“

“Lovely outdoor dining looking up to the hotel Argo. Food totally delicious, we shared four appetizers (we were four) and each had a main. Ravioli filled with carrot - really first class. Warm chocolate chip cookies for dessert - yum! Service was perfect, no rushing but super responsive.“

“Food and service was excellent. Service was out of this world. Can't wait to go again“

“The Pork Belly Bao Buns were freaking amazing!!!!“

“Crown Shy — Sleek American Dining in FiDi
Perched at the base of the iconic Art Deco tower at 70 Pine Street in Manhattan’s Financial District, Crown Shy delivers a stylish dining experience with a warm, modern vibe. The restaurant offers a well-curated à la carte menu with main dishes typically ranging from $25 to $50   .

Food & Ambiance
• The cuisine is American with creative twists—great options like gruyere fritters, bucatini with sungold tomatoes, or ricotta gnocchi, plus standout desserts like sticky toffee pudding or satsuma-orange ice cream  .
• The decor is minimalist yet atmospheric, capturing that polished, artful FiDi energy  .

Service & Extras
• The staff are generally friendly and professional. Many visitors highlight thoughtful service—even receiving complimentary desserts for special occasions .
• For a more immersive experience, consider starting or ending your evening at OverStory, the acclaimed rooftop bar upstairs with sweeping skyline views  .

Hours & Reservations
• Dinner: Open Tuesday through Saturday, typically from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and Sunday until 9:30 PM; earlier closing at 9:30 PM on Mondays   .
• Brunch: Available Saturday and Sunday, 11:30 AM–2:00 PM .
• Reservations can be made directly via the Crown Shy website as it is not on OpenTable  .

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TL;DR: Crown Shy is a Michelin-starred American restaurant in a chic FiDi setting with a clever a la carte menu ($25–$50 per dish), stylish decor, and attentive service. Ideal for weekday dinners or weekend brunches. Book directly via their website. Don’t miss the rooftop bar OverStory for an unforgettable view.“

“Waiter was extra kind and friendly!! Meal was delicious. Thanksgiving away from home. Atmosphere very nice.“

“es un muy buen restaurante con un buen servicio tiene un personal muy capacitado son muy amables y los platillos que están en el menú son muy delicios los platillos bendiciones“

“That’s really nice restaurant“

“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.“

“Everything was perfection. We took out of town friends to this restaurant we like and it didn't disappoint. The service was attentive but never intrusive. Everything we ate was delicious. In particular I couldn't believe that okra could be so amazing. The sommelier gave us excellent advice to select two bottles of interesting wines.“

“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“

“Super unique and delicious maple praline brown butter pancakes! More cake than pancake. The wait was not long to get a table and the service was prompt, professional, courteous, and didn’t leave us in want of anything. All of our needs were met. Food was prepared much quicker than expected and was all very good! I would definitely recommend this!“

“The food is phenomenal!! That’s it, that’s all!!“

“Had a wonderful experience. Our waiter was great and the rest of the staff was super friendly. The food was amazing. We had the mini lobsters rolls, unbelievably thins chips and dips, the burger , chicken sando and the sliced rib eye. All unbelievably tasty.“

“Classic for pre-or post Broadway fare!“

“The Best that i ever been“

“Impeccable service. The hanger steak….❤️“

“From our first steps to our departure, everything was AMAZING. This saturday evening was out last in NYC before returning to Montreal and The Smith Midtown made it PERFECT. The food was more than we could even expect. The seafood tower is quite an experience, treat yourself! Thank you to everyone at the front desk, including the managers, because they made us laughed a lot and were so nice to us. Big thanks to our server too. A must in NYC!“

“What a wonderful restaurant great mix of foods and service was so friendly. Highly recommend butternut fries to start!“

“nice service,,🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰😍💪💪🤳🤳🤳🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🤝“

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

“Absolutely great food and its presentation amazing. The views, ambience and live piano music wonderful! The service was impeccable. I am a true New Yorker and difficult to please - I am not a tourist - and this is definitely a 5 star must experience restaurant. Thank you The River Cafe for making our dinner truly special and memorable!“

“Best lunch I’ve had. My taste buds were delighted. Every single dish was amazing and the portions are so generous I couldn’t put my fork down. Wow the monkey bread melted in my mouth, the wedge salad was delicious with so much bacon and the mushrooms with the crispy onions omg! Plus it’s so pretty and cool! Service was tops and it was packed. I haven’t been there in 20 years and it was full of nostalgia. Sat in the bar area which is cozy but the dining room is gorgeous. Gee how neat, the original phone booths with numbers on the wall of local NYC establishments. Score this restaurant you will be happy!“

“Tasty food, reasonable prices, large selection of different meals, clean, warm atmosphere, great service. Highly recommended!“

“The best Georgian restaurant in NYC“

“❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“We are always pleasantly surprised by Parker + Quinn and today was no exception! I am a huge fan of their kale Caesar (add hangar steak!) and today it was perfectly made yet again. Amazing!“

“Classy place, very friendly staff, starting with the nice hostess. Got a booth in the back. Ordered black label and regular burgers, bone marrow, French onion soup. Had a great server who told us fries were cooked with refined peanut oil since a guest had a peanut allergy. Refilled waters and drinks and checked on us a few times. Oysters are amazing, not a single bad one and no grit either, so shout out to the shuckers. One of my favorite places in the city, can’t wait to go back.“

“So beautiful and so delicious!!“

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

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

“Great time! Food was delish!“

“Unbelievable food and awesome atmosphere. Service was fast. Definitely recommend this place“

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

“Chill local spot worth going to even if you're not a local. The burger.... the burger, oh, and the burger. Did I mention the burger? Anyway, we had a bunch of other menu items, and everything is really, really good. We eat out a lot, and Swoonys definitely deserves a spot way up the list of places we really like a lot. Already well on our way to becoming regulars.“

“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!“

“Great food, good service, good vibe!“

“This was delicious. Bread taste like French baguette, pate is amazing, pancake are calling me to come back.

The only down is that it was my husband birthday, & I asked for a candle on our pancake. The waiter which we liked because of his wine knowledge, told me « I got you, will add it on a chocolate tart ». when you hear this, you just think that this small attention will be free, like in every single restaurant in nyc. Unfortunately, when I got the check, I saw I was charged for this. Waiter didn’t wanted to remove it.

We will come back but definitely will ensure this is not for a special day, where you expect such simple attention.
Hence - still grade 5 stars as the food is the most important & it was delicious.“

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

“Really great oysters and cocktails! We had a great time...“