Roots Cafe

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.

5/5 - service 4/5 - Egg Benedict…read more 2/5 - waffle (dense and hard) 2/5- Interior is nice but for the entire place smell like bleach. I had a hard time enjoying my food honestly. We were seated right away. Great staff. Very attentive. The food took sometime to come out but the egg Benedict was good, worth to wait a little. The place is spacious. Many booths. Street parking in the front.

Interior Decor

See all

MKT Diner in Closter

Brasserie Memere

4.2(282 reviews)

0.8 mi

•$$$

Excellent food, environment and service !! Highly recommended!! Ambiance is casual chic perfect for…read morea romantic evening. The patio area was absolutely cozy and elegant at the same time. Waiters are always helpful and friendly. We've asked for crepes Suzette's that were on the brunch menu and the chef came and offered to make them for us. What a treat!!! Absolutely delicious just like the ones we had in Fouquets in Paris 4 months ago. He is truly an excellent host

A delightful brunch with the girls at Brasserie Memere in Closter Plaza…read more We were the first ones to arrive at the opening hour 11 am. We were able to select any table of our preference - by the window with lots of sunlight. We ordered the Tartar Flambee, 2 Croque Madame, and quiche. The quiche was quite surprising- light and soft, as if "flan" texture. Croque Madame ... yes, Gruyère cheese and ham & sunny side up egg !!!! What not to like !!!! With its French name, the place is quite "fancy" as my friend calls it, and we would like to visit during the evening for a proper meal.

Outdoor Patio- Great for parties!

Bakery

See all

Mussels

Ramen Matsu

4.8(73 reviews)

0.4 mi

Positive: Great clean ramen. Good service. Clean interior…read moreNegative: small interior (always packed), weird hours

I'm a fan of tonkatsu ramen but they didn't have it here. Tried shio ramen and noodles were good…read morebut the meats weren't. It was chewy and bland. It was a bit disappointing.

Wafu Shoyu (Soy Sauce) Ramen with Chicken

See all

True Food

4.8(8 reviews)

3.9 mi

Stopped into this cute little shop to check out their gluten-free selection and I wasn't…read moredisappointed. They have a quaint selection of gf and vegan options, including personal care items, packaged goods and even prepared foods. There's a case of baked goods that offer a few vegan/gluten-free items including donuts, scones and cookies.

This has become our go to at least once a week. They have delicious healthy lunch and dinner…read moreoptions. Some of our faves are their pasta dishes like cauliflower Alfredo, cashew pesto pasta, and their chicken bowl. They even have ribs!! Everything is well prepared, delicious and flavourful. Highly recommend too bad we live in Glen Rock, wish we had something like this in town!!

See all

My son devouring his cauliflower Alfredo and chicken bowl

The Hill

3.9(246 reviews)

1.4 mi

•$$$

Stopped in today for a late lunch. Everything was wonderful, staff were so welcoming and the food…read morewas beyond!! So happy to see that the chocolate mousse was on the dessert menu. Yum!!

Tried The Hill in Closter and left feeling pretty underwhelmed. The space is nice, clean, stylish,…read morewith a good-looking bar and my cocktail was great, balanced and well made. The French onion dumplings were actually the best thing I had... crispy on the outside, cheesy, and full of flavor. Everything else missed the mark. The fish tacos were huge but the swordfish was under-seasoned, the mushroom soup had an overpowering acidic note, and while my date liked his rigatoni bolognese, I wasn't impressed by much else. It's on the pricier side, and it was completely empty when we were there, which made the vibe feel a little flat. I might come back just for those dumplings and a drink, but I wouldn't rush for a full dinner here.

Carrot Salad

See all

True Food Kitchen

4.4(576 reviews)

6.3 mi

My family and I love TRUE FOOD KITCHEN for date nights, post theater, and just on shopping days,…read moreanytime! Where else can you find a menu filled with healthy, delicious options at affordable prices? Adriel is a most gracious waiter with a thorough knowledge of the menu and specials being offered, and the entire operation runs smoothly under the manager, Kristin. If you've never tried TFK, make it your next dining out experience, you'll be glad you did!

Food service was quick and also delicious! Our server, Adriel suggested specific dishes and drinks…read moreto try and it was yummy. Ambiance was great as well. Not too noisy the music and it was comfortable. The Teriyaki quinoa bowl was delicious!

The Cape

Teriyaki Quinoa

See all

Chopped Salad

Ma Mi Eatery

4.2(227 reviews)

good local spot, great sandwiches and starters. Really great spot if you're hungry for something on…read morethe go

Having lived in Los Angeles/Orange County for the past 26 years, I'm kind of a snob when it comes…read moreto Vietnamese food, Pho, in particular. I was amazed when I found this little hole-in-the-wall gem in one of my old haunts, Closter. I decided to give it a try. I got two bowls of the beef combo Pho, a single order of the regular beef Pho, the Spicy Ma Mi banh mi sandwich, and a Vietnamese Iced Coffee. These items are the easiest to judge, as most of the Vietnamese restaurants around Bergen County and the surrounding area kind of fail, choosing to cater to the population (skimping on spice, choosing western ingredients over authentic Asian ingredients, etc.). When I picked up my call-in order, the woman at the counter was very nice, though not Vietnamese and neither was the cook (not a problem at all, just an observation). She handed my order and I paid with a nice tip. I made it almost half way home when I got a call from the restaurant, and the same person told me she forgot to hand me the Vietnamese Iced Coffee and apologized. I made a u-turn and drove back to Ma Mi Eatery and picked up my drink. None of this exchange knocks any points against them, in fact, I was happy they called me. When I got home and unpacked everything, it all looked pretty authentic. I started with the combo beef Pho, adding all the toppings, plus the condiments of Hoisin sauce and Sriracha. What was missing was the fresh Thai basil! Then I read the menu and saw that they put the basil IN the soup when they serve it, so when I got home, all the basil was wilted. That's a shame because every single AAA Pho restaurant in Westminster, California serves their Pho with fresh Thai basil so customers can control how much basil they want, and to prevent wilting. That is my only real critique. Otherwise, the Pho was delicious, the broth was flavorful, and the really LOADED the soup with beef. Seriously, a lot of places in Westminster aren't that generous with brisket, but Ma Mi made my day. The Spicy Ma Mi banh mi sandwich was delicious, and loaded with all the appropriate toppings and condiments, though I wish they packed the wet ingredients (pickled carrot and daikon, cilantro, jalapeño) so the bread wouldn't get soggy, which it did, slightly. The bread itself was not the best bread I've had, typically, the bread used in most Vietnamese sandwich shops have a flaky crust and airy soft bread inside. This one a bit coarse on the crust with a heavy crunch. The interior was okay though. All in all, it was a great effort. The next time I revisit my hometown, I'll be sure to stop by Ma Mi Eatery for sure.

Inside

Chicken Fried Rice

See all

Spicy Ma Mi Sandwich

Jack's Cafe

4.8(13 reviews)

2.6 mi

Okay we have always eaten at Jack's storefront restaurant but this is our first and NOT last…read morecatering with Chris at Jack's Cafe. Our daughter graduated with her Masters and we were hosting a full day long party. Chris guided us with both lunch and dinner for 25 adults ( some BIG eaters). Not only was it delivered but the presentation and the food was scrumptious! These young adults ate lunch and dinner till their hearts were content, some even asked to take food home lmao. For 22-23 yr old to comment on food it had to be good! I can't recommend Chris's catering services enough and we will be recommending and using him again.

We stopped in for an early dinner (like 5pm). The owner was very attentive. Everything tasted…read moredelicious. Keep an eye on your time, he does close early on week nights.

Market area / Grab and Go

Chicken Parm

See all

Mercato Roman Pizza

4.5(90 reviews)

2.7 mi

My G*D! This pizza is ridiculous. If I didn't have to bring my daughter to soccer practice I…read morewould have went back. The crust is like a light cracker. I got the one with potatoes on it. It's like nothing I've tasted before. I think I'm going to dream of this pizza tonight.

Fine but nothing special and not worth the price. We got a white pizza with mushrooms and the pizza…read morecrust was on the drier side with lots of cornmeal. Olive oil panna cotta is unique and has a strong refreshing citrus flavor. You can see the vanilla bean specks but cant taste vanilla at all. Staff were incredibly kind and friendly and nice ambiance. Not too busy on an early Sunday evening

Lovely interior

Truffle potato pizza

See all

Bareburger

3.8(361 reviews)

0.8 mi

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.

We ended up at BB because one of our group chose it for dinner. Overall, as a brand, they have…read morechanged over the years from a unique quirky place to one that is ok and expensive. I think it's a requirement that all Bareburgers are to have spotty/mediocre service, because that is one common trait no matter which one we visit. The food was Ok, but nothing special. We ordered a smash burger, the supreme burger, hotdog, and a chicken sandwich. Bareburgers usually have a good tap and drink selection from the bar.

Washrooms

Standard Burger - double patty

See all

Mimosa Flight

Why does Yelp recommend reviews?

Hundreds of millions of reviews are posted on Yelp, and our automated recommendation software works in the background to showcase the reviews that it …

7 reviews that are not currently recommended

The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.

Octavio A.

10 years ago

I came to Roots for a coffee, but was suggested the coffee crusher. Wow!!! It was incredible. Iced coffee blended with cashews, hemp and chia seeds, dates, and coconut. I also tasted hints of mint, nutmeg, and cinnamon. I will definitely be back here every day that I can for this wonderful beverage! Outstanding service!!! Beautiful environment. Camila was too generous. It was my first time here, so I received a complimentary good bar. Which was also delicious!! Great job, Roots! read more

Aaron C.

2 years ago

Roots used to be such an amazing funky spot where everyone was welcome, but i recently visited their new location and the vibes completely changed they are superficial hippies and everything is just fake now. They fired all but three people from their original amazing staff and have completly changed their vibe. Don't give your business to bad people read more

Jessica B.

13 years ago

The Falafel salad is beyondddddddd delicious nutritious and scrumptious!!!! I am the ultimate picky eater and new to eating Raw foods, however Anna (The genius behind the falafel) made it irresistible. This cafe is such a hidden secret that everyone should experience! read more

Jane V.

2 years ago

I couldn't try Root---they are moving and closed. I understand that the are all moved and open now. Will they deliver to Norwood? Oh please!! read more

Hank H.

5 years ago

Food was amazing, Ramzi super hospitable and so pleasant to talk to. The whole staff made me smile

Laura F.

14 years ago

Absolutely delicious, would eat there again and again.

Marylou Z.

14 years ago

Good food, good people! Something new everyday.

Roots Cafe - vegan - Updated November 2026

Browse Nearby

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Coffee near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Restaurants near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Things to Do near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Desserts near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Parking near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Vegetarian Food near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Healthy Food near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Salad near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Shopping near Roots Cafe

BEST of Closter, New Jersey Thrift Stores near Roots Cafe

Best of Closter

Things to do in Closter

Browse Brands

Brands by name

Browse Articles

Articles by date

Rugile’s Kitchen

4.9

(21 reviews)

2.1 mi

My wife and I just got done with one of those car dealership experiences and we were getting…read morehangry. I found Rugile's on Yelp and it looked perfect for us. Free parking in front is a plus. Modern restaurant with comfortable seating. The woman working behind the counter was friendly and helpful. My wife ordered a chicken Cobb salad and I ordered the Terrace Street rice bowl with chicken. Food took just long enough to let us know that they were preparing it fresh. Piping hot and full of vibrant ingredients! I felt healthy after the Terrace Street bowl but also satisfied! I would certainly return!

Quaint little eatery nestled in Haworth downtown. I picked up dinner from here and the food was…read morequite food. I ordered a bacon jalapeño smashburger, tomato basil soup, chocolate chia seed smoothie, and peanut butter banana smoothie. The burger was my favorite of the bunch. It was juicy, flavorful, and every ingredient tasted fresh. Definitely want to come back and try the other menu items. I have my eye on the hawt honey chicken sandwich which sounds delicious.

Vegetarian Garden State Burger

Smoothies

Old Hook Salmon Burger

See all

Rockin Roots

4.5

(55 reviews)

4.6 mi

Delicious coffee and smoothies. The girl at the front was very sweet too. We will definitely return.read more

This review is for take out orders:…read more I wasn't able to order food. They didn't answer the phone! Might be internet order only, I'm not sure. If its only internet ordering they should let you know on website or have a message when calling. Seems like you have to set up an account to order takeout. We didn't order, in my opinion it was too much of a hassle.

Tempura e onion stack with Brussels sprout salad

See all

Natural Way Cafe

Nice... coffee is ok, hot chocolate was great Very cool…read moreplace - the energy is good I liked the vibe

Unique and old-school health food store. Ask questions if you are unsure or want to learn more--and…read moreget an assortment to try new things. You will enjoy and return!

"Chicken" teriyaki wrap.

Part of the menu

See all

Cute lil cafe

Cafe Demi

4.9

(14 reviews)

5.9 mi

Got the Mediterranean Greek Yogurt to go. It was really delicious, unique, and large serving. There…read morewas plain greek yogurt, granola, halvah, and date syrup. craveworthy

Fast service, friendly atmosphere, always packed. My salad was delicious! My friend loves hers too…read more Loved how the coffee is served. Highly recommend this place - whether you are Kosher or not!

Jerusalem chop salad with the gluten croutons and a scoop of tuna.

Interior

Oat milk latte

See all

Sweetberry Glen Rock

This place is one of my top açaí bowl spots! If you're in glen rock, you have to stop in and try…read moreit! My biggest concern with açaí bowl spots is if the bases have flavor because I've been to places where the bases were bland. It's a cute spot next to SWEAT indoor cycling gym. The vibe is very tropical/beachy. The cashiers are always friendly which is always a plus! My favorite thing to do with my bowl is do half and half because I can't ever decide on just a pitaya base or a green base. My boyfriend always gets the pitaya base (as pictured) . You have a wide range of fruit selection and of course the best part is the drizzle! Peanut butter drizzle is my absolute favorite! They're not stingy with the amount of fruit/drizzle/granola at all so you def get your moneys worth. This is probably my 4th time here and I will continue to return. Def recommend :)

staff is very friendly and terrific in general Have been a…read more customer for years TBH just hard to justify price for a bowl-16-17$ !!! Playa bowls is about 3$ cheaper

The Seasonal Pumpkin bowl

DELICIOUSNESS!!

See all

Lettuce Inn juice bar

The Best Healthy Spot in the Area. Best Prices…read more Best Employees. Fast. Great Smoothies.

I really like this place for a quick healthy lunch! They have a variety of salad or you can make…read moreyour own with a full salad, bar, smoothies, and açai bowls. Never have had a disappointing meal here. Staff is friendly and accommodating. Another hidden gem in Ramsey.

Acai Bowl

See all

Esti's Café

This is located in a medical building so I would not go for the ambiance, however, the pastries are…read moredelicious (and the first floor of the building smells amazing in the morning). Esti is really sweet and you can tell she takes great pride in her work! The scone was such a treat!

Everything is homemade -- EVERYTHING! And she's also always on site. I appreciated getting the tuna…read morewrap and seeing that she did a slight grill to the sandwich. A small local business that I'm always proud to support.

See all

Cake pop bouquet

Acinapura Fine Foods & Catering

3.9

(7 reviews)

Members of my family having been working with Tony for several years, with great satisfaction…read more A recent order was amazing. Wonderful salmon, steak, quinoa, roasted veggies and pasta and meat balls. Everything was amazing as usual. Fantastic cook

My first review of this shop wasn't great but it is now. Delicious sandwiches. Meatloaf is…read moreexcellent. Bread is fresh and crispy. 100% sure to go back over and over.

Our Grilled salmon with roasted potatoes, Rigatoni with vodka sauce, and vegetable frittata are perfect at any time!

Pies and tarts (pre-order only)

See all

Chocolate insanity cake

Just Salad - Paramus

My husband picked me up from work today, and we grabbed dinner nearby at Just Salad in Paramus…read more This is a good JS! From the entrance, it looks small, but the place is pretty large with high ceilings and lots of tables. It's clean and tidy. The staff were friendly and make good salads and smoothies. Edamame Crunch bowl was on point! I also redeemed my freebie chip bag from the app. Yeah, JS got me. I'm considering getting the reusable bowl. lol

I recently ordered from here because I was in the area for work. I wish this was my local just…read moresalad location because their portions were significantly more than other locations. The employees were friendly and assisted me with a different dressing. I highly recommend ordering their harissa chicken, it goes perfectly on the salad. 5 stars for this location!!

Edamame Crunch!

See all

Sookae’s Kitchen

4.7

(7 reviews)

Food was amazing! Will come again for more goodies. Everything looked fresh! They were so sweet to…read moreus. The place was so clean and organized. Love places like these!

On Fridays after work, I've been heading to Closter to pick up ingredients for dinner. I ended up…read morewith a bad parking spot this week and the extra walk brought me past Sookae's Kitchen. As I walked briskly past in the cold weather, I noticed how clean and bright the shop is. I decided to give it a try after picking up the other ingredients in the area. I was greeted by the very pleasant and patient woman who owns the place. I enjoyed looking around at all the selections and asking questions. I went with the winter melon soup and as I was checking out, I made an impulse kimchi buy. I mean, you can't really go wrong with that superfood. The owner added in a selection of appetizers for me to try. Before leaving, I took stock of all the possibilities on future visits. Banchan galore, rice bowls, crispy tofu, store made vinegar, I could go on. None of that would mean anything if the food wasn't delicious. Good thing it's absolutely fantastic! The winter melon soup is a revelation, straightforward excellent broth, filled with tasty winter melon and tender beef. I could have gotten two portions out of it. I didn't. Ate it all up, perfect on a cold night. The appetizer selection featured seafood pancakes that I absolutely loved. The three other items were equally good. Took a quick taste of her cut kimchi, absolutely divine! Hit of spice, great texture, and exuding health! Can't wait to head back!