The absolute best wings in NJ. Craft beer selection is off the charts. Owner is a lovely person who…read moregoes the extra mile to make sure your experience is 5 stars. Great food, great proprietors, amazing experience. And again, these are the best wings in north Jersey.

The Front Porch has been on my radar for a while now and I was finally able to stop in for dinner…read more For appetizers, I tried the Garlic Parmesan and Bourbon BBQ wings. The meat was very tender and the wings were very large. The sauces were packed with flavor and super tasty. I also tried the Crab Rangoon Mozza Sticks with Thai Sweet Chili which was my favorite part of the meal. The wonton wrapper dough was so flaky, light, and delicious. There was a perfect amount of filling inside. The Thai Sweet Chili dipping sauce was an amazing compliment. For my entrées, I had the Galbi burger with a side of bok choy. I swapped the brioche bun for a lotus leaf bun instead. My only complaint is that the burger was a bit overcooked and on the drier side. Service was attentive and friendly. It's a local hangout spot to grab drinks and watch the game. I did notice the game time and happy hour specials. I would come back for the apps rather than the entrées.

Food: always good just once I had the food was not so great but always my go to place…read more Service: is always good amazing even when it's busy and they are running around they are such great people who work there n own it too Ambience: it's old bar pub something is always great place to go to see local people and some people who traveled to try something new too

Shortway's Barn is absolutely amazing! I love their…read moreburgers. They atmosphere at the restaurant is always great- the staff is super nice and food is delicious. They also offer amazing specials and life music!!! One of my favorite spots.

Blackjack Mulligan's 237 Diamond Bridge Ave…read more Hawthorne, NJ 07506 Tel # (973) 423-4000 A Great Pub serving Great Atmosphere, Great Service, Great Food, Great Drinks Looking for a great place to relax, feel welcomed, treated with friendly attentive staff that's serves delicious food and drink then Blackjack Mulligan's is the place you are looking for. It's like CHEERS the (TV Show) local pub where everyone is welcomed. Customer experience and service is a welcoming, and knowledgeable staff, who may know regulars by name. The vibe encourages conversation, meeting new people and feeling like part of the family. The have 3 locations, Hawthorne, Woodland Park and Garfield all with the same identity, consistency and quality. They have weekly specials: Margarita Monday's - $2.50 chicken, beef or pulled pork tacos / $3.50 specialty tacos / $ 6.00 nachos. Prime Rib Tuesday's - $24.99 Prime Rib Dinner, served with mashed potatoes or baked potato And sautéed vegetables. Wing Wednesday's - $9.00 Basket of wings , your choice of sauce - Blackjack's Hot Sauce, Daytona, BBQ, Chipotle BBQ, Guinness BBQ, Butter Garlic, Teriyaki, Thai Chili, Mango Habanero, Old Bay, Salt & Vinegar, Nashville, Lemon Pepper Rib Night Thursday's - $15.99 half rack of ribs, $23.99 full rack of ribs, slow roasted Guinness BBQ baby back ribs served with fries & coleslaw. Our server was Alyssa, she is super fantastic, explained menu, answered our questions, told us about the specials, she was friendly, professional, knowledgeable of all menu items and really made our visit a very pleasant time throughout our dinner. We each started our dinner with a bowl of homemade soup, my wife had clam chowder, and I had the soup of the day which was beef barley. My wife ordered Shepherd's Pie. It's a huge portion loaded with ground beef, vegetables, topped with mashed potatoes, cheddar cheese and baked to a golden brown. She thoroughly enjoyed every bite. I ordered the Prime Rib Special. It was beautifully cooked to a medium rare perfection; it was super tender and melted in my mouth. I got mashed potatoes and sautéed veggies. It also came with a container of Au jus. We did not have any room to attempt to try any dessert, but we will definitely save room on our next visit. I highly recommend Blackjack Mulligans especially if you want good food with fantastic service, having a great experience and a phenomenal time.

This dark cozy spot by the railway tracks in Hawthorne has never served me a bad meal. I'd…read morecome back more often but my wife prefers a closer haunt with similar food and atmosphere

I came to this restaurant right after homecoming. When I arrived I parked on the street nearby. I…read morewalked in and sat at the bar. Janine was my bartender tender and she was great. I had: garlic shrimp fra diavolo mussels Angry shrimp tacos Old bay fries Lava cakes All the food was actually really good. My favorite dish was the garlic shrimp and the old bay fries. I also had the red sangria which I loved. All in all it was a good experience!

If you don't order your drink from the bar, you can't see the pour…read more THE SHOTS ARE WATERED DOWN or SUBSTITUTED!!!!!! It was not the brand I asked fo. My family asked me not to complain and I didn't but I KNOW what my drink tastes like.

Server was great. We asked for something typically only on the NFL menu since the were still on tne…read moretable, specifically the fried pickles and they were fantastic. Fish and Chips were great and the Ruben was also delicious.

Celtic Corner 312 Lafayette Ave…read more Hawthorne, NJ 07506 Thai Chili Wings Bavarian Pretzel Steak and Arugula Sandwich Classic BLT Crab Cake Sandwich Literally located on the corner of Lafayette Avenue is a local Irish pub with a variety of lunch and dinner options. In addition to having a full size bar and main dining area, the walls are adorned with very attractive wall art. Thai Chili Wings: The wings have a perfect blend of sweet and spice. As always, the blue cheese dipping sauce is the backbone to this appetizer. Bavarian Pretzel: In lieu of being shaped into a knot, the bavarian pretzel looks like a hot dog. I may not agree with the appearance, but I 100% agree with the taste. The pretzels are war and crispy on the outside while soft and doughy on the inside. And don't be shy with those helpings of pretzel salt! Steak and Arugula Sandwich: This tender, superb sandwich was cooked medium rare and served with sauteed onions & mushrooms on ciabatta bread. Classic BLT: Served on Texas toast, this sandwich has an addition of mayonnaise and avocado to supplement the three primary ingredients. Crab Cake Sandwich: For an Irish pub, this was an excellent seafood sandwich. The crab cake was breaded with panko crumbs and had a variety of toppings. The chipotle aioli sauce was the backbone to this boneless meal. As a bonus, this pub hosts special events throughout the week from Trivia Night to live bands. This pub serves excellent meals and it goes to show you don't need alcoholic drinks or cocktails for a great dining experience! #celticcorner #hawthornenj #irishpub #thaichiliwings #bavarianpretzels #steaksandwich #BLT #CrabCakeSandwich #eats #localspots #foodreview #foodstagram #njfoodie

10/5 Stars!! We…read morerecently had my Mom's 60th birthday party at the Railyard Tavern. I worked with Bob in coordinating everything. He was very accommodating and quick to reply to email. He was a big help in answering any question I had. Our party was roughly 25 people and we reserved the back room for the party. The back room was big enough for all of us to fit comfortably without it feeling cramped. We ordered the apps ahead of time and were told that they would be ready at 5:30. Sure enough, at 5:30 all of the apps came out and they were a big hit. Everything was fantastic. We got some large pizzas, nachos, mozzarella sticks, potstickers, and calamari. There was practically nothing left. The entree's were great and came without delay. I didn't hear a single complaint from any of the guests. I'd be remiss if I didn't talk about our waiter for the night, Alan. I don't think I've ever seen someone be so on top of things before. He handled the whole room essentially by himself and somehow it never seemed like there was a single hiccup the whole night. He was beyond excellent. He was such a good communicator and kept me in the loop with timelines and was overall very organized. He played a significant role in the night going as well as it did. My whole family, and most importantly my mom, had such a wonderful night. And I have Bob, Alan, and the rest of the staff to thank for that.

It's been awhile since I've been here, but stopped by today for happy hour. The bartender…read moreremembered me and my drink order (red sangria). And they played awesome music too. Thank you! As much as things change I am glad Rail Yard is the same! Hope to be back sooner rather than later!

unassuming place on the outside and cute on the inside. We opted to sit in the main dining area…read morewhich is where you get the nicer greenery. Spring and summer they'll have their windows open so be on the lookout if you have allergies! I loved their green juice. It was $10 but so so good and refreshing. We had their burgers and fries and I loved the sauce that came on the side of the crabby patty, it went well with fries. Our waitress was super friendly and attentive. They also have valet parking or you can also park yourself in the lot across.

We decided to try this spot bc there was mention of an outdoor patio, which is what we wanted on a…read moresunny day. We asked to sit in said patio but were seated in a covered area. It appears there was a wedding happening in the outdoor space, sooo why not tell us that?? Once we sat we noticed the table was wobbling. The hostess said someone will be over to fix it, no one ever did. The waiter, River was nice and attentive w/o being over bearing. The drinks were good and the burgers were okay. Not the best, not the worst. I'd come back to go to the bar but skip on the food. This is def geared towards people who a trendy, instagramable / influencer type vibe.

AMAZING lobster roll. Full of flavor. I came here with no expectations and walked away blown away…read morebecause the food was so good. I heard that they're known for their sliced steak dinner so next time I'm here I'll definitely try but the staff here is amazing. The owner treats you with the upmost respect he has a staff that treats you with respect and love as well. Can't wait to come back here. Next time I'm bringing my whole family. The ambience was cool and had a plethora of games on perfect spot to watch the games kickback with the family. Share a few laughs.

We didn't have a prior reservation but we didn't have any issues getting a table right away. This…read moretrip was a disaster I was really craving French onion soup so this is why we came here, but unfortunately the French onion soup wasn't the best. It barely had onions in it and it was a twist to the normal original French onion soup. I was quite disappointed. The kids pizza wasn't fully cooked on the bottom. The Mac and cheese had a weird taste to it. The slice steak had zero flavoring to it. The Caesar salad was a disappointment because we requested not as much as the dark section of the lettuce and clearly that was all that was given. The waitress was great. The ambiance is very casual.

Geez is definitely a staple. You can always count on good food, good drinks, and great service…read morehere. The ambience gives classic sports bar vibes but still feels really welcoming and comfortable. The wings are probably the best thing on the menu for me, although I also love their mac & cheese bites. Overall, just a solid spot that's consistently good every time.

Service was great. Our server was kind and patient as me and my date decided what to get…read more It was a basketball Sunday but it was not that busy . Which worked out great. Good ambiance overall. Food was okay ... there was nothing to special about it . I got the side version which was good because the entree version would've been tooo much for me.

- Service was noticeably slow for a quiet Saturday afternoon lunch: another party was already…read morewaiting to be greeted when we arrived; despite having a reservation, our table wasn't prepared until after we checked in - Restaurant is spacious, with well-spaced tables, a full bar, and plenty of TVs lining the bar wall--ideal for sports fans - Food was hit or miss: sweet potato nachos were a letdown--the chips were stale and chewy, and the pulled pork was dry and lacking flavor; balsamic glaze on the funghi pizza was overly sweet and overwhelmed the earthy mushroom flavor; tavern steak sandwich was a highlight--tender, well-seasoned meat; other solid options included the margherita pizza, tavern burger, and kids' meals (mac & cheese, chicken tenders) - A good spot for larger groups thanks to the roomy layout, but be prepared for potentially slow service

Solid service + spacious and nicely decorated interior + good food + located right in the heart of…read moreRidgewood's town square. There really wasn't much to not like about this spot, even if we were a bit apprehensive after looking at the reviews We strolled in at about 6 PM on a warm spring Friday evening and, to my surprise, unlike some of the more popular restaurants in the area, this restaurant had plenty of tables open . That definitely made me a bit hesitant considering how nice of an evening it was and, whenever there is nice weather, the popular restaurants get absolutely jam packed. We were seated quickly at a booth and, as the evening wore on, the restaurant did become a bit busier, but it still wasn't at capacity. The menu was pretty standard tavern/pub-style fare with a variety of different appetizers, salads, entrees, burgers, pizzas and sandwiches. Here's a quick run through of what we ordered: TAVERN STEAK SANDWICH - Like almost everything we ordered, this was EXCELLENT. Although it wasn't 100% what I expected, this was absolutely freakin' delicious. I was expecting the ribeye slices to be a little thicker, but to be fair it did say "thinly sliced" on the menu. Simply put, this was a cheesesteak with onions, roasted peppers and provolone cheese on a super fluffy and soft demi baguette and it was ... PERFECT. Quite frankly, I was pleasantly surprised at how fresh and good it was. There were also some fries that accompanied it. I will nitpick and say that the plate was oddly huge for the fries and sandwich, but there was nothing wrong with the sandwich at all. BLACKENED CHICKEN SANDWICH - The blackened chicken was served between 2 slices of Texas Toast and had guacamole, cheddar cheese, lettuce and tomato. It was well put together and decent, but we thought this was the one item that fell flat for us. Like I said, it was decent, but seemed ordinary and didn't blow us away in anyway. KIDS PEPPERONI FLATBREAD - Another winner here. First of all, this "kid's" flatbread was essentially a personal artisan pizza pie and could have easily fed a single adult. The pizza came out piping hot and was shockingly delicious. Sadly, typically I feel restaurants tend to neglect the kids menu and just give them simple things to eat that don't taste all that great or don't come close to comparing to the regular menu, BUT not here. There were so many roni cups on the pizza that there were tons of them hiding underneath the cheese and stacked 2, 3, 4 deep! KIDS PASTA ELBOW MACARONI WITH CHEESE SAUCE (aka MAC N CHEESE) - Yet, another shockingly good kids menu item. The elbow macaroni came out drowning in hot, gooey cheese. Although it looked quite simple, it was ... and dare I say this ... one of the BEST mac and cheeses I've had in my life. It was very, very good. The food was great, the service was very good and we loved the amount of space inside. There were 4 flat screen TVs, by the bar, for those just wanting to hang out for a drink and there were also outdoor tables as well. Like I said, it's quite shocking that The Office wasn't jammed packed to the gills like Steel Wheel Tavern or any other spot in Ridgewood, but, for us, it was the perfect atmosphere with as good of a menu as anywhere.