Best Family Style Restaurants in Cedar Grove

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodSpanishGreek

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BergenEssexMorrisPassaic

Neighborhoods

CarlstadtCliftonEast RutherfordGarfieldHackensackMontclair

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeout only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

10 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas restaurant

1. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

4.5

Awesome(1419)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Clifton

Booked 5 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.

2. Uncle Momo

4.6

Exceptional(209)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Lebanese • Montclair

Booked 2 times today

Known with its delicious dishes and unique ambiance, Uncle Momo is serving a fusion of French and Lebanese cuisine in a chic atmosphere that makes you feel as you’ve been transported to a bistro in Paris.Famous with its brunch menu that includes Tunisian Eggs, scrumptious French Toast and gluten free Quinoa Crepe, Uncle Momo offers many more delicious specialties such as Lamb Tajines, Ouzi, Moussaka and fresh oven baked pita.Experience the fusion of Lebanese, moroccan and french cuisine by heading to Uncle Momo.* We are a BYOB establishment.

3. Rails Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(3727)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Montville

Rails Steakhouse is a modern American steakhouse offering carefully selected USDA Prime and CAB corn-fed beef, dry-aged a minimum of 28 days on-premise & hand-cut daily. We offer modern and contemporary dishes, including sustainable fresh seafood, homemade desserts, and an award-winning wine list recognized by Wine Spectator. Attention to detail can be seen in this beautiful 20,000 sq. ft., restaurant where sprawling timber meets natural stonewalls, accents of glass showcase fire-and-water features in this luxe lodge. While all levels feature the same menu, the main dining room has a more sophisticated ambiance and Rafters on the second floor has a more casual lodge appeal. Descend to the lower level to find the secret passage that takes you to the wine cave, and Thirty 3, a speakeasy-style bar and lounge. Dine al fresco on our outdoor terraces offering spectacular views of the Pyramid Mountains. Most importantly, we want you to feel at home where our hospitality is second to none.

4. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(3013)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 33 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.

A photo of Jarana New Jersey - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar restaurant

5. Jarana New Jersey - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar

4.6

Exceptional(343)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • East Rutherford

Booked 4 times today

JARANA is a vibrant Peruvian cuisine and pisco bar located in the Esplanade at Aventura, South Florida. It celebrates Peru's culinary heritage with an authentic yet approachable menu that blends traditional recipes with global influences, particularly from Japanese, Chinese, and Italian cuisines. The restaurant embodies the spirit of a lively Peruvian celebration, or 'jarana,' featuring abundant food, music, and spirited drinks. A highlight is its extensive beverage program centered around pisco, offering classic cocktails and a selection of wines and local craft beers. Open daily for lunch, dinner, and late-night dining, JARANA provides a welcoming atmosphere that showcases the warmth of Peruvian hospitality.

A photo of Marcus Live Bar & Grille restaurant

6. Marcus Live Bar & Grille

4.4

Awesome(63)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • East Rutherford

Booked 22 times today

Located within the retail and entertainment complex American Dream and adjacent to Meadowlands Sports Complex, Marcus Live Bar & Grille serves as a culinary centerpiece for visitors and an escape from city life. Led by Chef Marcus Samuelsson and with a menu emblematic of his personal cooking style, Marcus Live features everything from oysters on the half shell and tavern-style pizza to an assortment of steaks and barbecue to a selection of his signature items like Brown Sugar Wings and Old Bay Crab Cakes. There are also large format, shareable options, such as the "Garden State Jubilee" with rice and peas, grilled shrimp, fried chicken, sliced ribeye, vegetable couscous, and charred broccolini with optional surf and turf upgrades. In addition to the dining options, the lively bar will feature an impressive wine list, craft beers, and creative cocktails.

7. Biagio's

4.6

Exceptional(554)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Paramus

Booked 3 times today

Located in Paramus, New Jersey, this family-owned and operated restaurant & banquet hall has been a local favorite offering home-style Italian classics for almost 40 years. The terra-cotta colored walls and warm stone fireplace provide a welcoming ambiance perfect for an intimate dinner, corporate lunch, or family gathering. --Whether for a date night, enjoying a drink at their bar, having a family dinner after a game or celebrating a special occasion, their staff will treat you like one of the family. -- For those special occasions, you can contact always their catering offices to book one of their five banquet rooms for private events. -- Some weekly specials: Every Wednesday is "Wine Down Wednesday" where all bottles of wine are half price. There is also Happy Hour at the bar Mon thru Fri between 4pm and 7pm for drink discounts.

8. Gianna's

4.9

Exceptional(630)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carlstadt

Booked 2 times today

Please note that our current weekend hours are flexible, especially for larger parties. Please call us directly if you need reservation assistance.Gianna's is an old world style Italian restaurant that serves very generous family style portions for two or more as well as single orders if desired. Specials change daily using the freshest ingredients available, and all desserts are made on premise daily. 1.9 miles from Met Life Stadium and the Meadowlands, New Jersey. We also offer a full bar and Wine list.

A photo of Goodfellas Ristorante restaurant

9. Goodfellas Ristorante

4.9

Exceptional(302)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Garfield

Booked 5 times today

Experience the pleasures of exceptional Italian cuisine in a warm, comfortable atmosphere. GoodFellas superb chefs create traditional favorites and unique specials with only the finest quality seasonal ingredients. Savor the flavors of delicious homemade pastas, fresh seafood, chicken, veal and beef dishes. GoodFellas menu is enhanced with an extensive wine list and alluring selection of specialty cocktails.

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10. Noches de Colombia - Hackensack

4.9

Exceptional(79)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Spanish • Hackensack

Booked 4 times today

At Noches de Colombia, the Colombian and non-Colombian alike will find it difficult to resist the aromas of slow-cooked meats seasoned to perfection making the most tender, juicy and succulent steak and seafood dishes .The scent of creamy garlic-butter sauces and sweet plantains fill the air creating an authentic Colombian experience that our clients gravitate to. Each dish is served with a special garnish to satisfy the memory of mom’s homemade Colombian food and the portions for the price are reason enough for anyone to continue returning.

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MelissaVIP
New York City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We always somehow get the same waiter Marcel and he is the best. He knows our order by now and we love the vibe.
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.8
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SUSAN
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
As usual, everything was just perfect. The ambiance is a nice vibe, the drink selections and wine list are extensive, the food is always perfectly cooked and the attentive service is unbeatable.
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Rails SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Montville
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4.6
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Michael
New York City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
I took my boys for an overnight getaway to celebrate my older son turning 13. We are so glad we chose Jarana for our celebration dinner. The food was amazing, ambience the right mix of festive and classy, staff very attentive/helpful - topped off with a surprise birthday song (playing cajon) & treat! Thank you- We will definitely return! - Julie
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Jarana New Jersey - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco BarPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• East Rutherford
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4.6
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Regina
New York City •6 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 28, 2025
Enjoyed the lamb & chicken tagine, pistachio encrusted salmon and pizza (spelled pitza), pita with hummus, lebne, babaganoush, fava & lentils. Ambiance was old world and neighborhoody.
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Uncle MomoPrice: Moderate• Lebanese• Montclair
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4.6
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Cristobal
1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 25, 2025
Loved the hospitality & experience here , food was fantastic will be back !
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Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian TapasPrice: Expensive• Italian• Clifton
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4.5

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