I've been here a couple times. Bartenders are friendly, patient, and helpful. We even got to order…read morepizza and it was pretty damn good... ambiance is tiny and cozy. Great place to hear live music

Good dive bar tucked away in a nice neighborhood. Good selection of beers, and a New York Rangers…read moresign greets you when you walk in the door. The bartenders are nice and so are the regulars. I saw that they had some food options, and the pizza that the people next to us looked like a decent representation of a bar pie. They also have pinball. Can't be mad at pinball.

Food simply very well prepared Burger Outstanding had the…read moreMidland Park Had the calamari crispy tender First time here I will be Back 4 Star Ambiance quaint Friendly you feel like they want you there and want to come back Gary Negrycz

Unfortunately, this spot missed the mark for me. I wouldn't go back for the food…read more We ordered the boneless wings ($17), and while the portion was generous and the lemon pepper flavor was good, the sauces were confusing. We asked for ranch, but what came out looked and tasted like a cheesy dip (as pictured- you can literally see chunks of cheese in it). We even compared it side by side with their Caesar dressing which was same texture, just a different color. Isn't ranch supposed to be creamy? The French dip sandwich was another letdown. The roast beef was super dry, barely any pink, and the au jus sauce looked like the last bit scraped from the bottom of the pot. Very light in color when it should be a rich dark brown. One look and I knew it wouldn't taste right. Then came the burger, which was so undercooked that the blood soaked through the bottom bun (as pictured). The waitress never even asked how we wanted it cooked. Overall, I'd come back here for a drink but I'd skip the food next time.

Food: and drinks are the best Service : top of the game…read more Ambience: so wonderful love

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.

Can only speak to the Sunday brunch as I've only been here one time since they changed over to a…read moretavern. Arrived at 11:45 AM and music went on at noon. A lovely solo guitarist whom didn't play too loud and was the perfect backdrop to brunch. Also engaged with the patrons to see if they had any requests. Parking is super easy as not only do you have their lot but you can also park within the shopping center at Boulder run. We arrived at the perfect time because there was a steady flow of people coming in through the rest of the afternoon and it got quite busy. Our waiter, whose name I did not catch, was very attentive and pleasant. He went over the menu and I appreciated that they had their regular menu items in addition to the brunch menu of selections. We all opted for brunch except for one in our party who had the burger, which was fantastic. I do wish the breakfast potatoes were cooked a little more crispy, but flavor was on point.

Could definitely offer more vegetarian options. Had the arugula salad with quinoa, feta, asparagus…read more It was 2 lbs of arugula with a teaspoon each of "the good stuff" , dressing was just okay. Considered the veggie burger but there was no description, just "our blend" which could mean just about anything (ask any vegetarian) I've had my share of lousy veggie burgers after so many decades and it's generally not the kind of thing most servers can describe well. On the other hand, husband loved his burger and staff was very friendly.

Solid bar/restaurant with lots of seatings inside and some patio areas. Friendly staff and quick…read moreservice. They serve food at the bar but I only ordered dessert. I had the banana pudding, it was perfectly moist and not too strong on the banana. The beers were cold and refreshing on a sat night listening to live bands? Couldn't get any better! Def recommend Steel wheel for a drama free night out. But keep in mind they do get pretty busy by like 6pm. I believe they do take reservations, def make one if you plan on visiting. Otherwise you'll be on top of others by the bar aka don't be that annoying kinda person.

A cozy, very popular Ridgewood spot with good food--but come prepared for tight seating and a…read morelively atmosphere. We stopped in mid-week for a family dinner after work and even on a Wednesday the place was buzzing. The restaurant itself is pretty tiny, which makes for a cozy atmosphere but also means tables are very close together. If you can, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. The menu is somewhat minimal, but the food overall was good. I eat gluten-free and noticed the options were a bit limited, which made ordering slightly challenging. I ended up going with the sea scallops. They were nicely cooked, but the portion was smaller than I expected--five small scallops with some vegetables. For the price, I do wish the portion had been a bit more generous. I have to admit I left still a little hungry. My dad ordered the short rib grilled cheese and really enjoyed it. That was probably the standout dish at our table. My sister ordered the honey bourbon chicken and said it was okay, but afterward she mentioned she probably should have gone with the short rib grilled cheese instead. One surprise of the night was live music on a Wednesday. I usually enjoy live music, but since we were hoping to catch up as a family it made conversation a little difficult. The music was fairly loud for such a small space. Service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. They also have a rewards program, which worked out nicely--my dad received a complimentary dessert for his birthday. I ordered the crème brûlée, which was a great way to end the meal. A couple practical tips: parking in Ridgewood can be tricky. The restaurant advertises valet parking, though we didn't use or see it during our visit. If you find street parking, make sure to feed the meter because the town is known for giving out tickets. In warmer months they do offer some outdoor sidewalk seating, though it looks fairly limited. It also appears they have a happy hour, though we didn't arrive in time to try it. Overall, I'd recommend checking out Steel Wheel Tavern--just be mindful of the timing of your visit, especially if you're hoping for a quieter dinner.

Awesome spot my husband and I recently stumbled upon. Busier than expected on a Wednesday evening,…read morebut that goes to show that it's a solid spot. Cheeseburger was really good with quality meat, and we were able to upgrade our fries to poutine which was awesome of the kitchen to allow us to do! Ribs were excellent with a lot of meat on the bone. Onion rings hit the spot too! Next time we plan to try the half chicken.. everyone else there was ordering it and it looked fantastic.

Great spot with a lot of history. Great burger menu and although I didn't order them, I noticed…read morefrom another table that the ribs do fall off the bone. Overall a nice experience and I'd go again- I hear in the summer they utilize the outside space as well.

Every time I visit, it just gets better and better. The atmosphere, music, food and bartenders are…read morefantastic! We went to Mother's Day lunch yesterday - although the place was packed with customers - my food and service was excellent (the Lobster Spring Rolls were so delicious)! All the servers were hustling to make the customers happy! A special shout out to our server "Taylor" - she was amazing, friendly, and courteous. She was able to provide us with a delicious hot meal (perfectly prepared) and great cocktails! Thank you to everyone at the Craftsman for making my Mother's Day extra special!

Great food and amazing forest atmosphere. The service was super fast and always on point. Also…read moreamazing Drag Show!!!

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!