Best Restaurants for Foodies in Clifton

29 restaurants available nearby

1. Matisse 167

4.8

Exceptional(1282)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 10 times today

Think of us for artful cuisine and a great dining experience! We are your preferred "Bring Your Own Bottle" BYOB destination for special occasions, milestones, small corporate parties and get togethers. Chef Greg's acclaimed, seasonal four-course Prix-Fixe Menu is offered Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Our garden patio awaits you for a delightful outdoor dining experience. Matisse's elegant main dining room is adorned with Matisse silhouettes and bejeweled chandeliers, and our front dining room displays a Moroccan themed decor. Our team looks forward to providing you and your guests with excellent cuisine, great service, and a special evening to remember!

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2. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

4.7

Exceptional(1403)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Clifton

Booked 35 times today

Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas set out with the goal of introducing a wonderful breadth of world-class international wine that is paired with an expansive Italian, small plate menu. Our wine list and food menu are thoughtfully prepared and selected by a team that strives to introduce our guests to new, fresh Italian flavors.Wine is Spuntino’s second name! With over 50 wines by the glass, over 150 by the bottle, four wines on tap, and three wine flights offered daily, Spuntino really does have something for everyone.

3. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(2978)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 56 times today

A unique dining experience in an authentic atmosphere. Step through our doors and feel as if you have been transported to a Mediterranean island.

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4. Bivio Pizza Napoletana

4.9

Exceptional(145)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Montclair

Booked 8 times today

At Bivio our passion is authentic Neapolitan pizza. Napoli... our love of the city, its cuisine, and in particular, its pizza is where our story began. We heard time and time again “It’s all about the dough.” True to Neapolitan tradition, and the passion of the pizzaioli, we construct our pizza using “00” flour from Naples, San Marzano DOP tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, fior di latte or bufala mozzarella, and sea salt. Our dough is gently mixed using a 28 year old “lieveto madre” (natural yeast culture) then with intense heat is baked in our wood burning il forno. At Bivio all of our dishes are made with the freshest and highest quality ingredients.

5. F1RST

4.8

Exceptional(316)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Hawthorne

Booked 6 times today

Excited to be opening his "F1RST" restaurant, Award winning Executive Chef/Owner Adam Weiss who is known for his creative mix of unique flavors, textures, and artful presentation will be opening F1RST, an Eclectic American Fine Dining BYOB Restaurant. Focusing on seasonal American Cuisine with a twist, Chef Adam Weiss is bringing his distinctive cooking to Northern New Jersey.Diners will delight in the two uniquely decorated dining rooms that are upscale and trendy with avant garde artwork, subdued lighting, soothing background music, and an intimate fireplace.Our mission is to create a memorable dining experience for all who join us. We look forward to serving you!

6. Sola Osteria

4.7

Exceptional(128)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Ridgewood, New Jersey

Booked 18 times today

SOLA OSTERIAA new beginning. We are thrilled to announce the opening of SOLA OSTERIA, your new go-to Italian restaurant in the heart of Ridgewood, Bergen County, NJ! Nestled at 17 S Broad Street, we bring the authentic taste of Italy right to your doorstep. Indulge in a culinary journey with our freshly updated menu, offering a variety of dishes that speak the true language of Italian cuisine. Mark your calendars and make your reservations. We can’t wait to welcome you to our Italian family.MEET THE CHEFMASSIMO SOLAGet to know me betterCooking is my CREDO, looking for being on top, alwaysI am a professional Chef with more than 40 years of experience in the culinary world, all over many Countries. I am actually based in Manhattan - NY, where I manage my own company. In Italy I have been working in my restaurant for 17 years where I was awarded of my first MICHELIN STAR in 2007. I am really fond of fine dining and high end food.

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7. HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant and Bar

4.8

Exceptional(4027)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Edgewater

Booked 40 times today

FOR TABLES OVER 6 PEOPLE OR ANY UNAVAILABLE TIMES PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AT 201-943-1900.Rated "Very Good" by the NY Times, located on the banks of the Hudson River in Edgewater, with a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline, HAVEN offers New Modern American cuisine to be savored in it's relaxing lounge, bar, dining room or outdoor terrace. Serving lunch, brunch and dinner. HAVEN offers a Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5pm-8pm and a brunch prix fixe Sat-Sun 11am-3pm which includes one brunch entree and two mimosa's, two bellini's or two bloody mary's.

8. Bottagra

4.8

Exceptional(1365)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hawthorne

Booked 29 times today

Bottagra is a real treat for Italian food lovers. With reviews raving about its 'excellent food', 'awesome ambiance', and 'outstanding service', it's clear that this restaurant delivers a dining experience like no other. The owners' fused cuisine from both northern and southern Italy adds a unique touch. Plus, with a full bar and extensive wine list, there's something for everyone. It's no wonder one reviewer said 'it felt like a New York restaurant'!

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9. The Capital Grille - Paramus

4.8

Exceptional(3850)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Paramus

Booked 101 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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10. Oceanos Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3712)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Fairlawn

The philosophy at Oceanos Restaurant is based on always finding the best the world has to offer. From Oysters & Whole Fish to Prime Meats, we pride ourselves on superior quality. Our master chefs artistically create dishes which bring out the true Mediterranean appeal.

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LeslieVIP
New York City •34 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As’first’-timers were thoroughly enjoyed or dining experience. From the welcome reception we received to the hard chocolate coconut dessert, and everyone/thing in between, the dinner service was professionally served and expertly prepared! We’re pleased to add First to our local rotation.
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F1RSTPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Hawthorne
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4.8
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Michael
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
My wife and I have concluded that Bivio is probably the best pizza we have ever had. It is always a treat going there. We wish them success far into the future.
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Bivio Pizza NapoletanaPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• Montclair
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4.9
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Tracy
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Married to an Italian who missed grandma’s feast of the seven fishes. Finally found a restaurant close to home that served it on Christmas Eve and it did not disappoint! 10/10 absolutely amazing! While a 3 hour dinner isn’t for everyone, it’s truly an experience! Service was outstanding, food was incredible, overall fantastic! Will definitely be back before next Christmas. Sarah was perfect! And the 2 managers we interacted with (by choice to share the positive) were so hospitable. Great job by all!
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Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian TapasPrice: Expensive• Italian• Clifton
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4.7
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Deb
New Jersey •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is our favorite restaurant. Service is excellent and the food is phenomenal! Always a special dining experience and well worth the price!
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Matisse 167Price: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Rutherford
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4.8
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Jazmine
Philadelphia County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
From the moment I walked in with my parents we knew we would enjoy our reservation. The staff was kind very helpful and knew the menu well. Food was great different options and the holiday music was a perfect diverse genre playlist. I’m so glad I went
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.8

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29 restaurants available nearby

1. Matisse 167

2. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

3. Elia

4. Bivio Pizza Napoletana

5. F1RST

6. Sola Osteria

7. HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant and Bar

8. Bottagra

9. The Capital Grille - Paramus

10. Oceanos Restaurant

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