07/25/2026 The Mrs. and I came here for our anniversary (33)…read moreand everything was very good as was the vibe in the place. Outdoor seating available, but large windows, which were open last night. We were seated promptly at a window seat and Diana came by pretty quickly to take our order. You have to try their Focaccia bread. They do a little something special that makes it so crispy outside, but fluffy and buttery on the inside. My wife ordered the "The Clam Jam" (beer-braised littlenecks, Calabrian chili, house sausage and Espelette Butter). She love the dish, as did I the one clam she allowed. I ordered the Hamachi Crudo (Organic cherry ponzu, lime, jalapeño, shiro dashi, pistachio gremolata and red onion.) This is a very fancy ceviche, with cherries and all the fixins' which I would gladly order again... My wife's entrée was the Goffle Road farm half chicken (crispy fingerling potatoes, herb butter & roast chicken jus). Gotta say, they Lula's does a great job with this chicken. I stop by Goffle Road farm and the chicken is superior to pretty much anything else, but this came out with such a light crispy skin and so juicy and tender. Excellent! My entrée was the Elite Prime Grass-Fed Coulotte steak (Pomme puree, crispy sunchokes & black garlic jus.) The steak was done to perfection and the potatoes puree were so very creamy and good. No dessert tonight... just a couple cups of coffee and a little walk around Ridgewood. Busy place! Lula is a BYO!

I cannot say enough, good things about this restaurant. It completely exceeded all of me and my…read morehusband's expectations both in food, service and atmosphere. The hospitality was incredible. We went there for my birthday. All the staff knew it was my birthday and they also knew that I was eight months pregnant and wanted to make sure that I was comfortable. The food was exceptional. The wait staff was so nice and provided recommendations while not pushing any one dish. We got the focaccia, softshell crab, Peking duck and chicken liver for appetizers. The softshell crab was the best I've ever had, and I would come back to this restaurant for this alone. The Peking duck was juicy and tender with the most incredible slaw type salad underneath it. The focaccia with the butter was also phenomenal, the owner actually brought it out to us and we had a nice conversation with him and you can tell he just poured his heart and soul into this restaurant. The focaccia is definitely not an appetizer to be overlooked just because it is bread. While I couldn't have any of the chicken liver mousse, it looked stunning, and my husband said that it was incredible and so light and fluffy, and it was a massive portion. I look forward to when we come back when I'm not pregnant and I can eat it. For dinner I got the Arctic char, and my husband got the pork. The Arctic char was unbelievable. It was piping hot and literally just melted in my mouth with each bite and the side that came with it was a mix of asparagus, mushrooms, farro and I don't know what else, but it was fantastic if I could have that side on its own as well, I would order more. My husband's pork was crispy and delicious with another incredible slaw topping, and it was so massive he has to take home like a third of it for dessert. We had the lemon meringue tart for dessert, which was also incredible and so refreshing for a dessert. All of the food was outrageously fresh and just outstanding. This restaurant is our new favorite place and on the way out we even made a reservation for three weeks from now to come back. This is probably the best restaurant that I've eaten at in Ridgewood hands down and I'm so glad that they are in the area. The restaurant adds a new vibe with food that is so phenomenal to match. I would highly recommend this place to anyone in the area as a MUST try. Of course me and my husband will be going back in a few weeks and we can't wait.

Here's the deal: it's an unassuming Main Street (Spring St) store front on a one way street. You…read moreenter through the quaint country store which has some baked goods and local honey, and some pottery which could seem a little tacky if it wasn't just so small town cute! The restaurant is a cozy Brick exposed restaurant, which even when busy isn't too loud. The service was friendly, attentive, and very helpful The menu is small by design with a special that comes out out of a kitchen, where everything is made with fine detail and love Definitely worth making a reservation and visiting the farmer's daughter

Seasonal good-for-you farm-to-table food,cozy environment,great service! And they do accept…read moreoccasional walk-ins though reservations are preferred. We had the muffins with gravy and absolutely loved it,would def come back to try other items from their menu.

Okay so, this place was surprisingly amazing. My husband and I had an early dinner home but got the…read morekiddos to sleep and still wanted date night vibes. We've been meaning to go here and haven't and I decided to pull the trigger on a Thursday night. They had live guitarist who was awesome. We sat at the bar right next to where he was playing and could still socialize and enjoy his music. A lot of times you can't do both. We ate some seriously good small plates too. The bartender was fabulous, ambiance was quaint and elevated. A great local spot to pop in for bites. I'm looking forward to checking them out for a full meal next time too.

I recently visited Allendale Social for a baby shower event. Such a quaint atmosphere with a vocal…read morepoint fireplace. There was a decent amount of booth and table seating. The restaurant is on the smaller side, however, the decor and atmosphere lends itself to feeling cozy and roomy. The event was buffet style with brunch options including - cornflake French toast, quiche, a mixed green salad, and rigatoni with a Tuscan meat sauce. I absolutely loved the French toast, quiche, and rigatoni. I would consider visiting again to check out the dinner menu. The service was friendly and accommodating as well!

Great energy Super location…read more Fun music Nice menu Nice outdoor section Terrific employees.

We stopped by Steel Wheel Tavern in Ridgewood for lunch and were disappointed with the overall…read moreexperience. We ordered the **Fish and Chips**, **Braised Beef Short Ribs**, and **Crème Brûlée**. Unfortunately, the food was underwhelming overall and lacked the flavor we were expecting. Nothing really stood out as particularly tasty. We were also surprised by the pricing. The prices we were charged appeared to be roughly **20% higher than the prices listed on the restaurant's official online menu at the time. If menu prices have changed, we would expect the online menu to be updated accordingly Overall, the meal did not live up to expectations, particularly given the prices. Hopefully the restaurant will improve the food and keep its online menu pricing consistent with what customers are actually charged.

Great as always! Jamieson, our server was excellent. We had a 6:30 reservation on a Saturday night…read more No wait - straight to our table. We enjoyed sharing the mushrooms stuffed with shrimp and crab meat. My wife had the lamb and I had filet mignon. Both tender as ever and delicious. Great wine choices, too. We couldn't leave without having a couple of their parfait creations for dessert. We love this place! It was loud but not obnoxiously so. Glad to see the business is doing so well!

This review is tough because the food was a 5 star but the service was a 3 star. For the food side…read morewe had a steak flatbread and a burrata appetizer. Both were very good. The flatbread was outstanding, crispy crust and enough steak but not overwhelming. For dinner we had the pork chop and the chilliean sea bass. Both were excellent. The pork chop was tender and flavorful and the sea bass was cooked properly and very tasty. But the star. Was the potato side dish. It was excellent. But the service left a bit to be desired. Our water glasses were never refilled during the meal, a bottled beer was ordered and brought but no glass was offered. After all our plates and silverware were cleared away with the appetizers, they were not replaced until after our meals were brought over. This is one of those places where your waiter takes the order, somebody else does the water, and different people bring the food. Though this is very common in a lot of restaurants it was just a bit disjointed. I may be being a bit hard on the servers but compared to other restaurants in the chain the service was a step down. There were other good things though. The value is very good. The food is definitely not overly pricy for what you get. We will try the restaurant again, hoping we were there on what was just an off night for the servers.

Exacting your pound of flesh at any reputable steakhouse these days has gotten prohibitively…read moreexpensive for all the economic reasons there's no need to recount here. And of course, the ala carte nature of the menu that these types of restaurants have perfected never disappoints the green eyeshade crew in the back office. That said, Fire and Oak delivered a superlative experience that made my subsequent poverty well worth it. The service was professional and attentive while the steaks delivered on their expected doneness. I suspect, that's why you come. A really easy five stars.

I've been here at least a dozen times, and it's consistently been one of my favorite places, which…read moreis why this visit was a little disappointing. I have to assume the chef was just having an off day because this experience wasn't up to their usual standards. The chicken lollipops were not very good, and the pork chop was noticeably chewy. That said, I still love the atmosphere, the service has always been solid, and my previous visits have all been excellent. One off meal won't keep me from coming back, and I'm confident this was just an exception rather than the norm.

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!

Despite having a mediocre experience at HAVEN in the past, I thought its patio would make a lovely…read moredestination for a summer brunch with a friend. We were both looking forward to dining al fresco, but it turned out to be a raining morning, so we wound up inside instead. The venue change was not all bad, as the bright dining room was surrounded by windows offering just a slightly more obscured view of Manhattan and the Hudson River. The restaurant offered either a à la carte menu or a $41 prix-fixe option, which included a choice of one brunch item and two mimosas, bellinis or bloody marys. While my friend opted to include the beverage package, I stuck with coffee and a main dish. My coffee was bold, tasty, and refilled as needed. For my entree, I selected the Bakkafrost Salmon, which arrived as a long, thin filet of pan-seared salmon served over a Japanese sweet potato hash and plated with a tomato confit and a parsnip puree. It was further garnished with a black sesame tuile and a soy garlic glaze. The salmon was a bit fishy, but the rest of the accoutrements were fantastic! I love Japanese sweet potatoes and parsnips, so it was right up my alley. Of course the weather started to clear towards the end of our experience, but we still really enjoyed our tasty meal, excellent service, and stunning views from the elegant dining room.

The Garden State has no shortage of restaurants where one can graze (eat) while gazing upon a…read moreshimmering body of water that boasts gorgeous views of Gotham complete with sunset. Whether one's in the mood for a cozy family dinner or a casual get-together with friends. Sitting on the banks of the Hudson River in Edgewater, my partner, our friends, and I decided on a celebratory dinner at the Haven Waterfront Restaurant & Bar. A reservation was easily made via OpenTable. Upon arrival as first-timers, we were greeted by the host and got a table immediately by the window inside their floor-to-ceiling dining room, evoking a relaxed yet upscale vibe. Their menu specializes in American/Mediterranean cuisine influenced by seafood, steakhouse, and pasta. For appetizers, we decided on Short Rib Crostini, Kumamoto Oysters, and Yellowin Ahi Tuna Tacos. Our main consisted of Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass, 7 oz Prime Cut Filet Mignon, Bangkok Roasted Duck Breast, Lenny's Lobster Pasta, Crispy Lyonnaise Potatoes, and French Butter Asparagus. We even saved room for dessert and got the Bailey's Crème Brûlée and Assorted Dessert Tasting for two. We washed them down with I Dream of Lychees Martini, Berry White Spritz, and Haven Espresso. Complimentary bread with softened butter started our meal. The food is presented like art, and the portions varied depending on what one ordered. It's a little pricey but definitely worth it and fair considering the quality. Our server, Juan, was friendly, accommodating, and took the time to answer all of our questions, which made the experience even more enjoyable. A wonderful night all around--we're already looking forward to coming back.

Hudson House is one of the few places around with standards…read more Quality ingredients. Attentive service. Silverware gets replaced after each course. Napkins get folded when you leave the table. Everything tastes delicious. Homemade desserts. Timeless, cozy decor. Yes, the streets of Nyack have a seedy crowd roaming the streets these days, but Hudson House still sits on the main drag among it all. There's street parking or a large parking lot across the street. Free after 7. Everything I've had here is delicious. We came recently with colleagues to celebrate a special event. My favorite cocktail is still the port Old Fashioned... possibly because I won't try others. Wines are good here too. The hamachi, tuna and gnudi appetizers were outstanding. So flavorful, fresh, balanced. All three were different and simply so good. At the table this evening, we tried short rib, steaks, Brussels sprouts, beet salad, lentil pea soup and my favorite, the Berkshire pork chop. OMG, that chop is unlike anything else... and they consistently execute it. Crisp, seasoned exterior, amazing juicy interior. Served on a medley of assorted beans, peppers and chorizo. It's hard to order anything else when it's this good. With 7 of us at the table, we ordered 8 desserts. They're that good here. I tried a special this evening, which was a blueberry pudding something with a crust and ice cream on it, and I don't know. It was yummy and creamy and blueberry yumminess. Everyone at the table raved about the sticky toffee pudding, which supposedly is a customer favorite here. Overall, awesome night. Everyone at the table said they'd come back and even our grumpiest co-worker gave it a thumbs up!

Pretty place, upscale food. There were 4 of us. I hate to…read morebitch, business is hard enough. If I'm in antacid, please don't give me a Manhattan pour. We all know how much Ketile One is pour the extra ounce. And when you bring the wine caraf, fill it to 5he top. As the apps came, I noticed there was no bread, so I asked for some. Someone in our party, told me there was a 4 charge for bread. I was getting a pasta dish, so I wanted it anyway. Needless to say bread never came, but it was on the bill. They removed the charge. I guess I'm just getting cheap in my old age. For 375 can't I get a decent pour and a piece of bread

Upscale tavern with elevated bar food…read more Wings with Alabama white bbq sauce. Petite wings with a tangy white sauce. Excellent. Chopped salad - a variety of mixed greens and veggies well chopped. Nicely prepared. Blackened Mahi Mahi Tacos - 3 tacos with large chunks of fresh Mahi Mahi. Garnished with red cabbage slaw and guac. Served with a side of rice. Top notch fish tacos that I highly recommend. The exterior is adorned with beautiful plants and flowers. The interior is bright and contemporary with a farmhouse vibe. Plus plenty of perfectly positioned screens to watch your favorite game. The service was on point for the most part. Our server was great but I think he was working too many tables bye himself so we kinda missed the opportunity to order a second round of drinks. We are definitely adding Black Rabbit to our regular rotation. Give it a try.

Great Food, Friendly Service, and Reasonable Prices!…read more We visited Black Rabbit Saloon yesterday with a group of four adults and one child, and we had a great experience! The restaurant was very clean, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the service was excellent. We ordered cheeseburgers, a chicken sandwich, steak, and a few appetizers. Overall, the food was good, and the prices were very reasonable. We also appreciated how friendly the staff was, which made our visit even more enjoyable. Definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a clean place with good food, great service, and reasonable prices. We enjoyed our visit!!