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    Kinchley's Tavern

    4.1 (1.1k reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    KINCHLEY'S TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

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

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    Nicole M.

    Kinchley's is a North Jersey staple! Known for their pizza the four of us stopped in for lunch on a Sunday. Garrett was our server and a total wisecrack haha We ordered baked stuffed clams and wings to start then ended up sharing the Mushroom/Onion/Sausage pizza with vodka sauce. The thin crust pizza was so good and we took half of it home! Keep in mind it's cash only though they have an ATM on site!

    Fantastic Coconut Shrimp & Pasta with Spicy Vodka Sauce
    Mia V.

    One of the Best Spicy Vodka Sauces. I Love that Kinchley's does 1/2 size Pasta Portions. Freshly Made Coconut Shrimp~ not frozen. Place is always packed~ that says something. My Only Regret ~ Should have gotten a little Personal Pie too

    Half meatball half bacon
    Jeffrey R.

    I havent been to this place in over a decade, well over. Sadly it wasn't as amazing as I thought it used to be, but the more I thought about it, it was on par with the distant past. Great thin crust, a bit saucy and good cheese. It's a classic NJ Bar pie.

    Bar view
    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

    Anna D.

    we ordered pizzas for the office. my boss went to go pick up a couple pies. these are thin crust bar pies type of pizza. i enjoyed it. the thing about these thin crust pizzas you can eat a couple slices before getting full unlike a regular pizza where i can only eat 1-2 slices. my boss ordered them about 25 mins before lunch and by the time he went there they were ready for him and we had a total of 6 pies. we got a couple of different toppings: buffalo chicken, white sauce, plain cheese, pepperoni, and sausage. i didn't take pictures of the pies because everyone dug in right away. the best time to eat the pizza when its still hot and fresh. we order here often. this place is consistently good. if you are in the ramsey area i would recommend stopping by and trying it.

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's busy. The parking lot is large but it was fairly full.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Cash only

    Kinchley's Creamed Spinach Pizza
    Katie A.

    Finally made it to Kinchley's and now I get the hype! [[HIGHLIGHT]]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![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Vibes are very old school tavern with memorabilia, horse decor, and paneled walls. The place opened in 1937 so it has that classic vibe[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]]. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Tables are squeezed in and it's fast service.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] 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.

    Cheese pizza
    Dena H.

    Tried Kinchleys for the first time this weekend and we did take out. We love how thin the pizza is! I'm sure it probably tastes better fresh dining in person. The large pies are pretty small and feed about 2 people per pie. The pizza was okay!

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance is very casual and family friendly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Service was quick and super friendly! Can't wait to come back here!

    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!

    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.

    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. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The old wood paneling, signage, and train sets contribute to the charm of this place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]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.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Cash only. Definitely make a reservation before visiting!

    Black olive and sweet pepper pie

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    Staff is great and so is the pizza! Always crowded but worth the wait! Cash only!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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    Love this place. Great pizza always consistent. Highly recommend dine in or take out CASH only

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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… 

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