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    Kinchley's Tavern

    4.1 (1.1k reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    KINCHLEY'S TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Janine W.

    We ordered two fra Diablo pies that were actually spicy! The sauce to cheese ratio was perfect with zero flop. It was so good I had to call and report my findings. This is a gem in Bergen county. Don't change a thing

    Garbage Pie
    Anna S.

    I've been passing by this place multiple times before trying it out and it always looked packed. Very casual setting and mixed crowd. Friendly laid back staff provide good service. They have great beer selection which I enjoyed. "Garbage" Pizza pie we ordered had literally everything on it and was great, but sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste (maybe because of contrast with savory toppings which also were heavy on the crust). Calamari and pretzel sticks were delicious but side cheese sauce was not good. CASH ONLY for payments, which I think should be directly stated at tables or menu. I saw old signs saying 'no checks or credit cards' (which who uses checks now to pay in restaurants today, plus there are debit cards) that were in between other old decorative signs so the message was not very clear/obvious. It only made sense after our server informed us of such policy. However it didn't take away from good food so next time I'm back I'll make sure to have cash on hand and try different pizzas.

    Tifane R.

    Great thin crust pizza! I haven't been here in quite a few years, and nothing has changed. Always busy and they have amazing food. There was about a 10 min wait, but we sat at the bar & ordered a large pie with garlic & black olives... mouthwatering! While waiting for our food, I enjoyed a Kinchleys Red and watched sports on their tvs. There was only one friendly waitress behind the bar and she was really hustling, but we were patient. Took home the leftovers and it definitely won't be years later until the next time I'm back!

    Angelo B.

    Great value... thats the best thing about this place imo. Not the best bar pizza I've had (prefer Star or Colony), but still solid and Id definitely come if I'm in the area. Got the Plain pie... it was fine, especially for the price. It's busy. The parking lot is large but it was fairly full. Cash only

    Kinchley's Creamed Spinach Pizza
    Katie A.

    Finally made it to Kinchley's and now I get the hype! We arrived around 6 on a Friday and put our names down. I was shocked at how packed it was, but after eating here I get why! We sat at the bar while we waited for our table (ended up being around 45 minutes). Everything we tried was amazing, but the pizza was the start of the show. Particularly, the creamed spinach pie which was packed with flavor. The pizza crust is on the thinner and crispier side, which is what I typically prefer. We also tried the mozzarella sticks and rice balls (which came in a rich pesto cream sauce..so good). The service was really quick, especially given how busy it was. I'll absolutely be back!

    Kinchley's Kreamed Spinach Pizza
    Heather L.

    In a quest to try NJ's best pizza, we ended up here on a busy Saturday. We arrived at about 5:15pm and had to wait about 20 mins for a table for party of 4. Vibes are very old school tavern with memorabilia, horse decor, and paneled walls. The place opened in 1937 so it has that classic vibe. Tables are squeezed in and it's fast service. It is cash only but they do have an atm FYI. We tried the pretzel and meatballs with ricotta for an appetizer. The pretzel was a little greasy but ofc great and the meatballs were really good too. We tried the Kreamed Spinach and a classic plain. This is classic crispy bar pie and very crispy, light, delicious. If you like thin pizza with a crunch, this if for you. They also have a reasonably priced kids menu if your kid says "no pizza" then proceeds to eat pizza. The kids penne was well cooked with a healthy portion for $8.50. All the food was reasonably priced so another big plus. One bite gave this a 7.5, that is not accurate! This is really good bar pizza in a classic atmosphere and definitely worth the visit.

    Kinchley's Creamed Spinach Pizza
    Elayne W.

    I was so excited to try the pizzas here and they did not disappoint! My group of 4 ordered a vodka with chicken cutlet, fra diablo with sausage, regular + pepperoni and banana peppers and creamed spinach + garlic pies (not a white pie) and they were all delicious! I love how thin and crispy the pies are. The fried ravioli was also really good. The ambiance is very casual and family friendly. Service was quick and super friendly! Can't wait to come back here!

    Pasta with Spicy Vodka Sauce
    Erin H.

    Always a great meal at this old school pizza joint. My go to order the appetizer spicy penne vodka which is a generous portion. I also split a mushroom pie with my family. The wait staff is quick and attentive. The old wood paneling, signage, and train sets contribute to the charm of this place. Parking can be challenging on a Friday/Saturday night and there isn't a lot of room to stand inside when waiting for a table. Cash only. Definitely make a reservation before visiting!

    Fried Calamari
    Leydiana S.

    The staff were nice and welcoming. The food came out hot and fresh. The pizza is a little too thin for me but the toppings and cheese were good.

    Megan O.

    Mouth watering bar pies and great Guinness on tap. The fast service and dive bar ambiance leaves for a great quick bite. We tried the spinach artichoke pizza, cheese pie, and spicy vodka sauce pasta- all phenomenal! I will definitely be returning!

    Black olive and sweet pepper pie

    We love Kinchleys! We've been coming here for over 4 decades! They have the best pizza! We love the thin crust. We moved 2.5 hours away, but still return for our favorite pizza. I wish they would go back to "no reservations" though. I don't love staring at empty tables while waiting. Some tables sat empty for the entire 15/20 min we were waiting. Seems like a waste of valuable space.

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    Amazing food, and very kind and attentive staff. So sad I moved out of the area, but will be back to visit!

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    Ask the Community - Kinchley's Tavern

    What Makes Their Pizza So Good?

    Great Thin Crust cooked just right! Love the Sauce and Cheese. I have to say it has that old school Pizza taste if you know what I mean. But yes a must try. Oh eat it there it's much better

    Any gluten free options?

    Yes, They are Gluten Free,And Vegan Options!

    BYOB ? Or do they serve

    They have a full bar. Cash only though. Best pizza you can have, get a plain small pie so you can enjoy it in its purest state first.

    Is there outdoor seating?

    I didn't see any when I was there this past Friday

    Was curious if they take reservations?

    Yes they do! :)

    Is there gluten free pizza there?

    No.

    Do they take credit cards? We are coming all the way from Hawaii and my cousin said we have to come here, it replace the Old Judge of our youth. No credit cards? Really? I hate ATMs they charge you an arm and a leg to get your own money. Aloha

    Sorry, they are cash only. But the fact that they have been around for a long time and are so highly rated despite that is testament to the quality of food they provide. Yes they have an ATM on site, but if you are more comfortable, there is a… Read more

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    A few people have been telling us about this place and we decided to take a little ride to go check…read moreit out. We armed ourselves with our bottles of wine and we were ready for a great meal.. It's a small place, but it's decorated nicely and tastefully. My only issue was it was extremely cold in there. I get it that the people are making the pizza get very hot, but it was kind of uncomfortable and I had to keep taking my coat on and off. But that literally it was the only negative. We started with the arugula salad, which was absolutely delicious. Very fresh and crisp. The cheese on it was amazing. You could tell it was high-quality and we loved the sun-dried tomatoes. We then moved onto mussels in a red sauce they were very good. They were not stringy. They were not dry. The sauce was delicious but I would've said go a little bit later on the onions next time, but overall, it was very tasty. The pizza was definitely the stand out here. It came out much bigger than we thought it was gonna be and we usually are able to finish a whole thin crust pizza but we just couldn't do it. This time. The crust was cooked perfectly. Their sauce is absolutely delicious. I felt like I was eating my own families sauce. That's how homemade it tasted. We got black olives on it and I love the way that they were. It wasn't overloaded. They weren't wet and I have to say I don't know where they got their basil from but the taste was incredible. I do want to add that I found myself staring at the gentleman that were actually kneading the pizza dough... I am right from Italy and I felt like I was transported back home the attention that he was paying to the Joe it was definitely watching an art We will definitely be back here. Hopefully it'll be a little bit warmer lol but overall, this was definitely one of my new favorites.

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    Came here for a private party and was impressed. The food was decent but the space and waitstaff…read morewere amazing. Everything was very buttoned up. First off this place seems very unassuming from the outside. I had no idea that the inside was huge, that their menu was so much more than pizza and that i could actually sit down. Several sections inside which is nice if you are there for a party or even just having dinner.. because you feel so much less cramped. For our event it was all pizza. I tried the veggie and plain. They were great. The pepperoni and gluten-free were also a hit (YESSS they make gluten free pizza- fantastic). It was the perfect combo of crispiness and cheese. Not thicker slices but also not coal fired oven; but really delicious. Those serving the party were super fun and chill. Helped everyone and also those of us ordering our own from the menu items. A few other hits that were tried were the - chicken Parmesan, french fries and a pasta with shellfish. I wouldn't come here if trying to impress anybody with a wine and dine experience, but for a great meal with friends or family this is the perfect place.

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