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Tim M.

Reserved for New Years Eve because they said there would be a DJ, upon arrival no music. Three of the items from the fixed menu we ordered were unavailable, and the entree we ended up with was bland with a dry texture. There was zero ambiance for the New Years event. We ended up going across the street to Stern and Bow. Our waitress sent the manager over and after I described my complaints she literally walked away mid-sentence.

Bar lounge couch seating

The Hill in Closter is outstanding. The seafood was incredibly fresh and flavorful, the desserts were absolutely top notch, and the Hill Burger is truly second to none--one of the best burgers around. The interior is beautiful with a warm, upscale atmosphere that still feels comfortable and inviting. Service was timely, professional, and attentive without being overbearing. A huge plus for families as well: our two young kids were able to stretch out on the couch and genuinely enjoyed the space, which made the entire experience even better. A perfect spot for both a great meal and a relaxed, memorable night out. Highly recommend.

Burger w fries.
Joe F.

Really really good. I've been here a few times previously and everything is on point. Terrific food, great service. Instead of main dining room we opted for bar. Enjoyed a delicious heaping plate of calamari, and our app choices were on point. Solid drinks and beers. Three grabbed the falafal platter for entree and I went for bacon cheese burger. Chill beautiful restaurant. Took our time and server made worthy suggestions on what to order. Dinner for two was awesome and solid price point ($91 before tip). I'm all in and will put this top of mind over Houston's or other premium restaurants.

New Years Eve around 10:41pm.  Empty restaurant.
Addi H.

After mistakenly thinking that I had made reservations at Felinas in Ridgewood, NJ, for New Years Eve. We ended up having dinner at The Hills in Closter. I was perplexed as to how the manager did not know how to take a fair complaint from it's patron and walking away from our table in mid sentence. That was appalling and embarrassing and just proof that she is not equipped to manage, nevertheless to manage a restaurant in which not only you need to gain the respect of your peers and staff and lead by example, but you need to make sure that your customers are satisfied specially when the restaurant was in the wrong and had no control of the work load that day. The action of this manager was so embarrassing, that I will never again set foot in their property again. The Hills should had never let the prior manager Frank, leave, but I guess he needed to be in a upscale restaurant.

Butter cake with blueberry compote
Tera M.

Excellent service, atmosphere, and food. We started with the salmon tartare. The fish was perfectly fatty and the broth made a delicious dip for the complimentary, fresh focaccia. For entrees we went with more appetizers. The apps list just looked way more inviting to us tonight. My dining partner had the polenta cakes &!shrimp. Not a drop was left. I went for the macaroni and Gouda cheese with short rib. So creamy and savory. Delicious comforting. We finished up by sharing the butter cake and blueberry compote. Warm, buttery and Delish but so small for $12! They serve it with whip cream but really should invest in a good quality vanilla to go with it.

Warm butter cake
Briana W.

This restaurant was gorgeous! The interior was so lovely and comfortable at the same time. Service as quick. And the food was good. The menu was a bit sparse but there is something for everyone. As a pescatarian I felt I had options.

Halibut ceviche was perfection! So much flavor!
Edward K.

My wife and I just got home from celebrating our anniversary at The Hill. It was a fantastic experience from start to finish. The restaurant has a cool modern vibe. We were greeted by a professional and friendly staff member. They were able to move us from an outdoor table to an indoor one due to the weather being in the 90's. The seating is comfortable. The ceilings are high, so the acoustics were perfect for a romantic dinner. Our waiter was excellent, he gave great recommendations throughout the meal. I knew that the head chef has a seafood cookbook, so I figured I'd go in that direction. The halibut ceviche was a revelation, artfully plated and bursting with flavor. Perfect for the hot summer weather. My wife enjoyed the arugula salad, we both found the portion to be solid. For an entree, I selected the tuna with Israeli couscous and my wife went with the scallops. The tuna was perfectly cooked and the accompaniments were just right with it. I tried a bite of my wife's scallop and thought it was the perfect essence of a scallop, spot on sear and doneness. We shared the fingerling potatoes which were nice and crisp. Great meal, great ambiance, great staff! We will return!

Rigatoni Bolognese 
 beef ragu, grana padano cheese - smaller size!
Alison C.

4.5 stars The Hill had been on my list for a while, so I was thrilled to finally make it there on a recent Friday night. In fact, the restaurant was able to accommodate us on short notice and without a reservation. They even gave us a corner table with extra space, which was perfect for the baby in a stroller that was with our party. The restaurant was simply stunning, offering a seasonal patio, a chalet-like rustic dining room, and a lively bar. While the patio and bar served a more casual tavern menu with burgers and tacos, the dining room tantalized us with creative fine dining. From the moment we were greeted by our gracious server, Turk, and peered at the menu, we knew that we were in for a fabulous adventure. We started by ordering cocktails, and I went with one of my standard selections - the Spicy Margarita. Their version specifically included jalapeño-infused Espolon Tequila blanco, Cointreau, and lime; it was perfectly balanced and not too sweet. I also sampled my companion's Crooked Smile, which used Espolon's Reposado Tequila that time, as well as blood orange, ginger, and lime. So, it was basically another form of a margarita. It was light and refreshing, but could have used some more ginger, as the amount they had included was barely perceptible. Since our group included 3 diners with large and adventurous appetites, we went a bit overboard with our order. We started by sharing a few appetizers. The Turkish Falafel special included 3 crunchy patties of fried chickpea served over hummus, tahini, and a chickpea salad. It was topped with pickled red onion and served with soft pita points. The falafel and salad were terrific, but we found the hummus rather bland; some garlic would have really added flavor to the spread. The Salmon Tartare special included succulent chunks of chilled, raw salmon, as well as avocado, scallion, and sesame seeds, all in an Asian-style marinade. That dish was excellent! We ordered our final starter course from the regular menu - the Rigatoni Bolognese. The pasta was offered in both entrée and appetizer sizes, and, though we opted for the smaller bowl, the portion was massive! The al dente rigatoni was topped with a rich, bold beef ragu and tangy Grana Padano cheese. Since we had also received a complimentary basket of focaccia bread, we had a way to scoop up every last bite of the heavenly Bolognese. The basic, but perfectly executed, plate was the highlight of the meal! Next, we each ordered our own entrees, and I had been eyeing the Sesame-Crusted Yellowfin Tuna, which was served with bok choy and shiitake mushrooms in a soy glaze. However, Turk kept raving about the Slow-Cooked Halibut dish, though its preparation was less appealing to me. So, he suggested that I use the halibut in the tuna preparation, which was exactly what I wound up doing. As he had prefaced, the moist halibut was sheer perfection. I also enjoyed the bok choy and mushrooms, but, sadly, found the soy sauce way too salty. In fact, it became a bit tough to finish the leftover vegetables that had been soaking in the glaze, but I made sure to complete the fish. I was also able to sample a few bites of their scallop special, which included 7 medium-sized mollusks that were perfectly seared. I also grabbed a spoonful of my companion's Turmeric Mashed Potatoes, which were chunky and too light on the spice. After all of that, we somehow found room to share two desserts, starting with the Mint Oreo Cheesecake. A round Oreo cookie crust was topped with a tangy mint cheese, homemade whipped cream, and mint chocolate chips. While the rest of my table really liked this torte, I found the mint-infused cheese just a strange flavor; it was not bad, just unusual enough to leave me debating on my final assessment. We also shared the Chocolate Strawberry Cake, which was similar to a lava cake, but not as gooey. (In fact, I think we would have preferred if it had been.) The fluffy chocolate cake had a hint of berry ganache baked into it, and it was topped with fresh strawberries and white chocolate crunchies. The flavor combination naturally worked, coming together to make a really enjoyable dessert. Though I had a few critiques, overall I absolutely loved our entire evening at The Hill. I was impressed by the service, the atmosphere, and the chef's imagination. The restaurant was definitely worth a visit!

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Karolina M.

What an absolute gem. Not only is this restaurant beautiful as a venue, the food is just as impressive. We ordered quite a few appetizers to share and try out and to our delight, every single dish was fantastic. The salmon tartar was fresh and flavorful- a must. The calamari is a good portion to share and one of the best calamari I've had in a while. The falafel is fresh and tasty as well as the shrimp dish. Once the entrées came and with how amazing the starters were we knew we wouldn't be disappointed. The yellowfin tuna was fresh and the chicken a filling portion and the star of the show- porterhouse for two. Each person loved their dish and the consensus was that we 100% will be coming back and enjoying all that The Hill has to offer!

Choua M.

We dined for our anniversary. We were running behind by 15 minutes, so we called them. Host was kind and understanding. We sat outside in the beautiful patio. We also loved the fall decorations. Our server worked in a team of three and they were very attentive. The food arrived fast and delicious. Flavors were on point! Frank, the manager, made several visits to our table to ensure we were well taken care of . He even took our photos and clean my daughter's pacifier when it fell onto the floor. He also visited other tables and knew the menu well. We were surprised when our dessert came, they left a chocolate "Happy Anniversary " writing on our plate. We were impressed!! Thank you for the service and experience!

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Went for brunch today. Food was okay. But, unfortunately, the service was amateur and disappointing. A little coaching could a long way.

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Ask the Community - The Hill

Do you have a brunch menu, or just lunch menu on weekends?

Hello Sean, We do not currently have a brunch menu. We are closed for lunch on Saturdays and open for dinner at 4:00pm. Sundays we open for lunch at 12:00pm

Do they have outdoor dining?

Yes

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