Best Casual Restaurants in Cedar Grove

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Bloomfield, New JerseyCaldwellCarlstadtCedar GroveCliftonEast Rutherford

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104 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of Sapori Ristorante - Montclair restaurant

1. Sapori Ristorante - Montclair

4.7

Exceptional(508)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montclair

Booked 21 times today

Welcome to Sapori Ristorante, where we’ve been delighting taste buds for 20 years! Recently restored, our charming eatery now features a vibrant, inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements our exciting new menu. With our personal experience from around the world, we are bringing you the best taste of authentic Italian flavors, crafted from the finest ingredients and traditional recipes. Whether you’re enjoying a classic pasta dish or one of our innovative new creations, every bite promises to transport you straight to Italy. Join us for a memorable dining experience that celebrates two decades of culinary excellence!

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2. Nami Nori - Montclair

4.8

Exceptional(61)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Montclair

Booked 17 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, located in Montclair. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired dishes from the kitchen and desserts are also on offer. We accept reservations up to 30 days in advance. Please note that the grace period is 10 minutes for guests who are running late. We kindly ask that guests respect our dinner seating times of 1 hr 30 minutes for parties up to 3 and 2 hours for parties of 4-5, and 2 hr 30 minutes for parties of 6 or more. Featured Menu items:Spicy Crab Dynamite TemakiTuna Poke with Crispy Shallots TemakiAvocado "Toast" TemakiSpicy Tuna Dip with Crispy Rice Chips

3. Halcyon Brasserie

4.6

Exceptional(2016)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Montclair

Booked 30 times today

Halcyon is a fine seafood brasserie, specializing in the freshest local catches, boasting a full service raw bar, upstairs lounge, and tranquil atmosphere. At this time we are offering indoor dining and take-out Tuesday-Sunday. In order to ensure proper sanitation between reservations, we have a strict time limit per table. Thank you for your understanding as we adapt to these challenging times.

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4. Calandras Italian Village

4.6

Exceptional(695)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Caldwell

Booked 17 times today

The Calandra Family welcomes you to "Calandras Italian Village". The Calandras passion for their Italian heritage and the importance of family values and traditions is evident throughout the "Villaggio Italiano.” Experience the old world atmosphere with European charm. Calandras il Vecchio Café where you and your family can enjoy homemade pastas, panini sandwiches, burgers, entrees and salads as well as pizza, flatbreads and calzones made with natural whole grain ingredients on our stone deck wood burning oven.

5. The Highlawn

4.3

Awesome(1497)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • West Orange

Booked 16 times today

Nestled atop the picturesque Eagle Rock Reservation in West Orange, NJ, The Highlawn is regarded throughout the region for fine dining and its dedication to making each celebration memorable and unique. It has been the trusted venue of many private groups, Fortune 500 companies, non-profit organizations, local community associations, and many more, and is a recipient of OpenTable's Diners' Choice Awards for the Top 100 Scenic View Restaurants.The landmark has been revitalized to provide patrons with a premier fine dining experience and world-class site for weddings and special events. With world class Culinary Director and Executive Chef William Prunty now at the helm, diners can expect an out-of-this-world meal.

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6. Bivio Pizza Napoletana

4.9

Exceptional(175)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • Montclair

Booked 10 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.

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7. Frank Anthony's Gourmet Italian

4.6

Exceptional(324)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Verona, New Jersey

Booked 16 times today

Frank Anthony's Gourmet Italian offers fresh traditional and eclectic Italian-American cuisine. From fresh seafood and homemade pastas to hand-cut steaks and chops, we use the finest ingredients combined with both classic and modern cooking techniques to ensure the finest quality in each and every dish. The menu is diversified, pleasing to any pallet, with artisan pizza, garden fresh salads, and unique appetizers. Make your reservation today for a one of a kind dinning experience either in our cozy dining room, our front seating area, or our heated and enclosed patio.

8. Alto Rooftop

4.1

Excellent(411)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • Montclair

Booked 9 times today

With sweeping views of the NYC skyline and the Watchung Mountains, Alto Rooftop sits on the 9th floor at The MC Hotel, Autograph Collection. Open year round, the menu features playful bar bites and a curated cocktail list that captures the eclectic spirit of Montclair. Alto is the place to meet for a relaxing lunch (Fri.-Sunday), date night or for sharing food and drinks with friends. Alto is where daytime drinks can turn into late night vibes. Come and experience striking sunsets, signature cocktails, fun delicious bites, and curated vibe with DJs Friday and Saturday after 9PM. Make a reservation below to experience Montclair’s only rooftop bar or email us at Altorooftop@themchotel.com to inquire about group/table bookings, 9+Please note Alto is for 21+ after 7:00PM. For full dinner options, please make a reservation at our hotel’s restaurant, Allegory. Please see the Alto website to dress code details.

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9. Sayola Montclair Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(353)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Montclair

Booked 8 times today

After many names were considered, only one truly represented our mission. We are driven to provide an authentic spanish dining experience, pleasurable ambience, and outstanding service from our staff. The name had to stand for a future legacy. Therefore SAYOLA comes from the names of the proprietors children: SAndra, YOrett, and LAzaro. Visit us for a unique fine dinning experience.

10. Fanny's

4.7

Exceptional(129)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Montclair

Booked 26 times today

Old School, New School Italian. Craft Cocktails & Curated Italian Wine List. Family Owned and Operated.

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Ar
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service and the seasalt branzino was something special, delicious.
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Sapori Ristorante - MontclairPrice: Expensive• Italian• Montclair
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4.7
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JosephVIP
New Jersey •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Always a pleasure to dine at Calandra's. It's our neighborhood go-to restaurant! The food is good and the service is friendly. What's not to like?
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Calandras Italian VillagePrice: Moderate• Italian• Caldwell
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Had a lovely time sitting at the counter. The chefs were friendly and the food was outstanding.
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Nami Nori - MontclairPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Montclair
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4.8
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David
New York City •36 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 22, 2025
Our visit began by encountering two wonderful hostesses who also stopped by during the meal. Our server, Nicholas was terrific, and he was always on the move - very quick delivery of all parts of the meal. The food was excellent - both the scallops and the halibut entrees. And they each had their own unique tasty touches from the chef. Topped off by the delicious molten lava cake, the entire meal was extraordinarily great! And don’t forget the spectacular hilltop view of Manhattan.
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The HighlawnPrice: Expensive• American• West Orange
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4.3
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Buddy0
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •7 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 21, 2025
Beautiful interior, fabulous service, good food, excellent cocktails.
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Halcyon BrasseriePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Montclair
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4.6

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