RESTAURANTS BY TOWN
NORWOOD CONTINUED
DIMORA
ITALIAN | 100 PIERMONT ROAD |( 201) 750-5000 | This restaurant packs in a crowd of regulars clamoring for scallops stuffed with crabmeat, veal chop and bronzino. zfolhp
RAGAZZI
ITALIAN | 530 LIVINGSTON ST.|( 201) 660- 7950 | Expect acasual, yet elegant family-friendly atmosphere with large portions of traditional Southern Italian dishes. There’ s also afull bar and extensive wine list. yfmdeghrt
COMMUNAL KITCHEN AMERICAN( NEW) | 162 MAIN ST.|( 845) 535- 3113 | The offerings at Communal Kitchen are inspired by the seasons and feature local and organic products from the Hudson Valley. Italso boasts avariety ofcraft beers and house cocktails. zfot
NYACK, NY
TWOSPEAR STREET AMERICAN( NEW) | 2SPEAR ST.|( 845) 353- 7733 | This white-table cloth bistro features views of the Hudson River. Standout entrees include the salmon meatballs, lamb kebab, rib-eye steak and bone-in pork chop. The happy hour features more offerings like alamb gyro and fresh ground chuck beef burgers. zfom
OAKLAND
CAFE L’ AMORE
ITALIAN | 455 RAMAPO VALLEY ROAD |( 201) 337-5558 yaoldghp
CENZINO
ITALIAN | 589 RAMAPO VALLEY ROAD |( 201) 337-6693 | This mainstay now features an updated modern dining area and lounge, but diners can expect the same Italian classics with anumber of surprises, like an excellent tuna carpaccio and out-of-the ordinary pasta preparations. Congenial and professional service adds tothe appeal. yflhp
PORTOBELLO
ITALIAN | 175 RAMAPO VALLEY ROAD |( 201) 337-8990 yfoblghp
TROVATO’ SDUE
ITALIAN | 4BARBARA LANE |( 201) 337-0813 | Brothers Antonio and Pasquale Trovato say their goal was to duplicate the fine dining experience of their original spot inElmwood Park, and they’ ve succeeded. Due is larger, with abigger bar and more of a“ social” feel, but the menu is similarly very good. zfwlehp
VALLEY STABLES AMERICAN( TRADITIONAL) | 588 RAMAPO VALLEY ROAD |( 201) 664-0800 xfolgrpt
OLD TAPPAN
BENSI
ITALIAN | 183 OLD TAPPAN ROAD |( 201) 297-7444 xfogrt
CHARLIE BROWN’ SSTEAKHOUSE
STEAKHOUSE | 203 OLD TAPPAN ROAD |( 201) 767-6106 | Enjoy the steaks, seafood, salad bar and desserts at this popular chain. yor
MOOYAH
HAMBURGERS | 216 OLD TAPPAN ROAD |( 201) 497-8070 | Mooyah’ sburgers are made from fresh, never frozen beef on buns baked onsite. Turkey and veggie burgers are also available. They also serve up fresh cut fries, but be sure to save room for amilkshake. xomdgrt
PAR BAR & GRILL AMERICAN( TRADITIONAL) | 83DEWOLF ROAD |( 201) 660-7857 | Overlooking the Old Tappan Golf Course, this eatery also offers live entertainment on the weekends. yferp
VICOLO RISTORANTE
ITALIAN | 216 OLD TAPPAN ROAD |( 201) 497-8777 | Vicolo is your friendly neighborhood spot for quality Italian food served with asmile. Trythe cappellini alba or the tilapia livornese. yfor
ORADELL
CHARLIE BROWN’ SSTEAKHOUSE
STEAKHOUSE | 2KINDERKAMACK ROAD |( 201) 265-0403 | Enjoy the steaks, seafood, salad bar and desserts at this popular chain. xfogrt
PALISADES PARK
MESON MADRID
SPANISH | 343 BERGEN BLVD. |( 201) 947- 1038 | Solid traditional Spanish favorites like paella and skirt steak anchor the menu while numerous daily specials augment it. Selections lean toward seafood but there issomething for everyone. Big portions and strolling musicians add anice touch. zfolehp
SO MOON NAN JIP
KOREAN | 238 BROAD AVE. |( 201) 944-3998 yolgt
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