Wife was here with a few friends and they all said it was expensive and wasn't worth it, but I had…read moreto give it a shot. Unfortunately, it'll be my first and last time there. I really wanted to enjoy the place, as I've had other friends frequent it. From the inception of the restaurant, they've had "pastrami" as the highlight. I really wanted that. They didn't have it. I told them the rest of my family's order and to come back afterwards so I can find something else. Decided on some chili as it was a cold day. They didn't have that either. I gave up and just didn't order anything for myself. Every thing came out bland. We didn't ask for no salt or lower sodium. Either way the cute little salt shaker visited a lot. At the price point that they have, I really was expecting something. The disco fries were scarce. I can basically count how many there were. As well as not knowing what kind of gravy it included on the side. The chicken tenders were bland, but at least the chicken was tender and the coating was crispy. Strawberry pancakes were fluffy and good on the first bite, but if left cold, it just became hard. The strawberry butter was a really nice touch and I enjoyed it. Too much strawberry for me, but will not lower the score for that. That's just my preference of taste. The mac and cheese was soupy and not thick, and again no seasoning. Cheeseburger was okay, didn't wow us. Also could not figure out if it was house made or not. It was lean, somewhat juicy, but it was a little tough. Wasn't horrible. What I found interesting was with the amount of fries that came with our order, they all came out differently. The disco fries were crispy, fries that came with the mac and cheese were over done, and the cheeseburger fries were a mixture of crispy, soggy and overdone. But one commonality with all the fries was how bland it was. Anyway, between the pricing and not having two things that I ordered, was just enough to put me in a sour mood.

Not enough words can describe the amazing food here…read more I didn't know what to expect when stumbling into Country MKT diner, and you shouldn't too. Take those expectations and throw them out the window, and open your taste buds and mind to new flavors to homemade dishes that will blow you away. I heavily recommend the mozzarella sticks which are more like bricks of cheese dipped in seasoned coatings that will make other mozzarella sticks think of a new name when these melt in your mouth and pull apart perfectly. The homerun of a sandwich is the Bun Jovi which is a honey Sriracha chicken schnitzel slathered with swiss cheese, pickles, pastrami, and coleslaw. And this dream of a sandwich delivers. The blue seating booths make the diner fun , with high backs they provide comfort and some privacy to your conversations. The staff is beyond freindly and each make sure you are having the best dining experience. To many positives about Country MKT Dinner to name, but each will create a core memory.

Noticed a new taco spot in downtown Closter and decided to stop by and check it out. Got the fish…read moretacos and it was pretty good. It was $15 for 3 tacos which is a little pricey, but the ingredients tasted fresh and the service was quick. Will defeinitely return and check out some of their other menu items.

Family owned. Amazing food!! All freshly made and authentic. Wonderful tastes and colors. The…read moreservice is excellent and very personal. Love it!

What a find this is!! Sometimes you wonder how a place this good has been so close to home all…read morealong and yet the vibe feels completely like New York City. Since discovering it two months ago, I've already been back three times. Their happy hour menu, available every day before 6pm is one of the best around. The oysters are half-price, fresh, and plump, and the calamari, fried cauliflower, and brick oven pizza are all absolutely delicious. The mussels, however, have been a bit hit or miss across my visits. And a special shoutout to our server, Carlos, who made the entire experience even better. He was friendly, engaging, and made sure we were well taken care of throughout the meal. He even brought out an oyster to show us the size before we placed our order, such a thoughtful touch that really stood out.

We came here with the intention for an intimate celebratory dinner…read more We were seated by the bar, which may have impacted our experience. The ambiance feels like a seaside oyster bar. TVs on. Area was crowded with very loud bargoers. People bumping our chairs, and we honestly could not hear ourselves think. Service was slow. The food was decent. I enjoyed my linguini fruit de mar which had a fresh tomato sauce and lots of different types of seafood. Kids enjoyed the pasta too. My wife had the fig and prosciutto pizza which had that nice sweet fig taste. The apple beignet was delicious but I would not call it a beignet - more like a... pocket? Portions were sizable. New York city prices. $11 for a side of french fries. $36 for my pasta. $75 for a paella for two.

Very nice varied menu items typical of relaxed bar/pub food. Lots of TVs in bar for sports fans…read more Service was good and food freshly prepared to order. Everyone had plentiful portions and some took leftovers home.

The turkey burger amazing and delicious the service is excellent and the atmosphere is fantastic…read more I also love the strawberry coconut margarita very much :)

Old school local joint that I recently decided to try. It's down to earth, homey, and welcoming…read more I've had a breakfast platter and also a breakfast wrap from here and both were delicious! The woman at the front is friendly, and the service has been quick (for to-go orders). Can't wait to try dine-in here too.

The only place I go for breakfast or lunch. It's your traditional old-time luncheonette with great…read moreservice and good food and friendly staff and you always meet someone you know in the area.

I love Bareburger and frequently visit the Edgewater location. Similar to Edgewater, the Closter…read morelocation is open, spacious, and clean. The service is excellent, and they have an easy contactless way to pay for your bill just by scanning a QR code. I loved the lunch special option which includes a drink and a choice of side. Some of the burgers we ordered include the Elkasauras, Standard, and My Sunshine. Quality burgers with quality ingredients! We left satisfied and full.

Once again I came to Bareburger for a meal before a movie. Once again I was very happy with my…read morechoice! Our server was great, very helpful. And got us our shake to go as the movie was about to start. This time I ordered the buffalo chicken sandwich, which did not satisfy as much as the burger did last time. I was not bad, just did not do it for me. The cauliflower bite appetizer though - amazing. I will order that every time. Lots of flavor and perfect for splitting with two people. We sat outside and happily drank a pint before our food came out. It was happy hour all Friday night! Man I miss happy hours. The beer selection is very good; not robust but stocked with plenty of good choices. I know I will be back again.

Great food - we came in for a late lunch today and definitely ordered with our eyes!! Hubby and I…read moreshared the wings and then the rib eye steak sandwich with au jus...we were able to split the wings and get half Thai Chili wings and half buffalo...both were great. Honestly couldn't decide which we liked better. Then we shared the steak sandwich - they split it into 2 plates; both with fries and Cole slaw. We always appreciate when a restaurant does that without our asking - it's a nice touch. We have only been to this Biddy O'Malleys once before (liked it then too) but used to go to their Englewood location before they closed. We will definitely be back

Stopped in for lunch and had a really solid experience. The food was the highlight. The Guinness…read moreShort Rib Chili was rich, hearty, and full of flavor. We also tried the Goffle Road Farm's Chicken Bruschetta, which was fresh and well balanced. The fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, onions, arugula, pesto mayo, and balsamic reduction all worked perfectly together. The Chicken Sandwich was another win. The buttermilk fried chicken breast was crispy and juicy, and the roasted peppers, poblano ranch, lettuce, and onions added great flavor without overpowering it. Service was friendly and attentive, and the food came out promptly. Overall, great food and great service. We'll definitely be back.

Fun times at the bar at Sear House. It's known as a top steak house, but the wife and I just love…read moresitting at the bar for cocktails and dinner. We like to share and we usually split a bunch of items. Last night we had the avacado and shrimp appetizer. Good size shrimp, but believe it or not, the star of the show is the avacado, huge chunks perfectly ripened. We usually share their sliders. These are no White Castle burgers. There a decent size of top quality meat served with cheese, pickles, onion and tomato. They come with fresh cut French fries, delicious. For our last item we had the mussels in a red sauce. Muscles can be tricky, they can get fishy very easily. These were fresh, plump and the sauce was so good, I lapped it up with some bread. Key tip, ask for bread for the muscles, no charge, but doesn't come with the order. Of course need to shout the bartender, Blend, he makes a mighty good drink. Atmosphere is vibing and the staff is great. Ben the manager has his eye on the place

We came here a few weeks ago to celebrate my mom's birthday. It was a Saturday but they had some…read moreawesome lunch specials. Service was okay and the food was much better than I expected. For the price it exceeded my expectations. Will be back!

Great food and happy hour French elegance…read more Great service We enjoyed sitting in the bar area , just great For a fast bite

Had an early Valentine's Day dinner with the wife the day before Valentine's Day. Brasserie Memere…read moreis an upscale French restaurant located in the Target plaza of Closter. The lighting is dim, the ambiance is intimate, and it looks romantic. I had made reservations so we were seated immediately. It's funny to note that the place settings were placed next to each other instead of across from each other at a four person table. We usually prefer to face each other, but when it's Valentine's day why not be cute? We ordered a few drinks during our dinner, the Sugar Plum Fairy, Memere 75, Avion en papier. My favorite was definitely the Avion en papier which had a slightly sweet, slightly bitter, citrusy taste. They had a pre fixe menu for Valentine's Day which unfortunately did not have the steak tartare i was interested in trying. But for $88, you get 3 courses: an appetizer, entree, and dessert. For our appetizers, we got the TARTARE DE THON (tuna tartare) and COCKTAIL DE CREVETTES GEANTES (shirmp cocktail). Between the two, i preferred the tuna tartare. The shrimp cocktail was good, but the only thing really special about it was the massive size of the shrimp and the freshly grated horseradish in the cocktail sauce. For our entrees, we got the CASSOULET DE CANARD and FILET MIGNON. The extremely tender duck leg confit was served with pancetta, white beans, toulouse sausage, and foie gras breadcrumb. It was rich, savory, fatty, and filling. All great words to describe food. The duck leg confit reminded me a little bit of a smoked turkey leg with the red coloring and shreddable texture. The filet mignon was served with pomme purée, wild mushrooms, and a bordelaise sauce. The filet was cooked medium rare as requested, but a bit under salted. The pomme purée aka mashed potatoes tasted like it was 50% butter so it was obviously delicious. Dessert was good, but my least favorite part of the meal. We got the TAHITIAN VANILLA CRÈME BRÛLÉE and the VALRHONA CHOCOLAT POT AU CRÈME. Both were very sweet. The brûlée crust did not shatter well, but it otherwise had a nice creamy texture. The chocolate pot was covered in flaky feuilletine which gave a nice contrast to the creamy chocolate, but my wife found the brandied cherries overpowering. The cherries made me think of German chocolate cake. Service was excellent. Staff was quick to refill water and checked on us constantly. Pace of the meal was relaxed and I'd even say they were slow to bring us the check since we had been dining for over 2 hours. My wife wants me to bring her back for their bottomless brunch on a Sunday so I will eventually be back.

The 130 Shop (Located in Riveredge Row Strip Mall)…read more35 Riveredge Rd. Tenafly, NJ 07670 French Dip Tater Tots Marshmallow Soft Serve Appearance: 10/10 Taste: 10/10 Located in the Riveredge Row Strip Mall at the intersection of Riveredge Road and Tenafly Road is a locally owned high end sandwich shop. Let's check out the two course meal I explored: French Dip: This signature sandwich was loaded with shaved prime rib, bits of bell peppers and was topped with melted swiss cheese. It was perfectly diagonally sliced on an Italian baguette. The beef was tender and juicy; also included was a savory au jus and a sharp horseradish sauce which both enhanced the flavor. I was more than satisfied down to the very last bite. Tater Tots: The tots make an excellent side to the sandwich. They were crunchy on the outside while soft and pillowy on the inside. The ketchup is a pretty decent, but the garlic aioli wins the dipping contest by a long shot. Marshmallow Soft Serve: To close out the meal, I explored this heavenly dessert. Roasted marshmallow is added to the base of the ice cream. The appearance may be simple and plain Jane, but its rich, smooth, and creamy taste is in a league of its own. As a bonus, a complimentary water cooler with ice and lemon slices is available. If you do not wish to drink water, a variety of cans and bottles are available for purchase. Thank you server Hailey and the cooking crew for preparing a flawless meal. #the130shop #130shoptenafly #frenchdipsandwich #marshmallowsoftserve

What does one do on the day between Ash Wednesday and Friday in the first week of Lent? Eat MEAT!!!…read more If you are looking for a fantastic food oriented small business to accomplish this task, @the130shop has a menu full of meaty goodness. #The130Shop 's powers that be decided that @BigDudesBigFoods needed to try everything on menu! We started with the "French Dip" with plenty of au jus. Batting second was a delicious "BaconGrilledCheese" with cheddar & chihuahua cheese and some savory tomato soup for dipping. Joe & I hit up the "1/2. LB Meatball" samich next which was so good that you think that you are at a place that strictly makes meatball parm sandwiches. We tried the "130 Cheeseburger next with bacon lettuce and tomato . This double burger masterpiece is piled high and tasty too. As though there was any room on the table in came the "Buttermilk Fried Chicken" with cherry peppers, coleslaw, pickles and sherry Aïoli. That is no ordinary chicken sandwich. Also in this cruise buffet rivaling feast was a "Chicago Style Hotdog" with the works, perfectly cooked shoestring fries and crispy "tater tots." There was not a bad bite in the bunch. My favorite was the Bacon Grilled Cheese and I think Joe's was the 130 Cheeseburger but he also liked the horseradish sauce that came with the French Dip. Not that we want to disappoint our followers but there were doggy bags involved. The 130 Shop is really cool spot in Tenafly,NJ with a great staff and amazing chef.‍ It's part of a trio of establishments in the area with 130 Club and 130 Social. If you are ever in the area you've got to stop in. It's only a half hour from Yankees Stadium if you want to grab a bite once you are back in NJ. #BigDudesBigFoods #SupportSmallBusiness #BDBFCertified #BDBF