Location: Paterson
Top Restaurants in Paterson
Top Things to do in Paterson
- 1. Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
- 2. Gun For Hire
- 3. The Other Tales - Escape Rooms
- 4. Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center
- 5. Twisted Elm
- 6. Presby Iris Gardens
- 7. Brunswick Fairlawn Lanes
- 8. Sharky's Wings & Raw Bar
- 9. Van Saun County Park / Bergen County Zoological Park
- 10. Lambert Castle
Top 10 American food in Paterson, New Jersey, United States
Find out what American restaurants to try in Paterson. Paterson is the largest city in and the county seat of Passaic County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, its population was 146,199, rendering it New Jersey's third-most-populous city. Paterson has the second-highest density of any U.S. city with over 100,000 people, behind only New York City. For 2015, the Census Bureau's Population Estimates Program calculated a population of 147,754, an increase of 1.1% from the 2010 enumeration, ranking the city the 177th-largest in the nation.
Things to do in Paterson
10. Lefty's Restaurant and Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By avivza
My family and I went there to celebrate my sister's birthday. She chose this place just for the name, since she is a south paw herself, and it was a fun outing.The food's fresh and plentiful, and the 9 of us had an array of what the place had to offer: pizza, wings, burgers, pasta, salads, and fish. Everything was delicious! The place is on the small size, but makes up in coziness, a great atmosphere, and the best good will and easy going attitude one can wish for in the staff and owner.Very recommended for couples, small families, and anyone in the mood for a simple, fun lunch or dinner.
9. The New Corral
Overall Ratings
3 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By paul3776
Unlikely looking diner yet it is a diner. Well known for serving Hot Texas Weiners, burgers, charcoal steaks & good burgers & fries. Several seating areas & a small counter with an open kitchen making interaction with the cooks possible. Plenty of parking off street.
8. The Capital Grille
Overall Ratings
4 based on 271 reviews
You are cordially invited to join us for an evening or afternoon of relaxed elegance and exceptional cuisine. Our impressive menu of nationally renowned dry aged steaks and the freshest of seafood will ignite your culinary imagination as our award-winning
Reviewed By CJLNYC1962
Quality and selection was very good. Meat was cooked exactly as ordered and portions were decent for a lunch menu. Service was prompt, friendly and professional. Good choice.
7. Twisted Elm Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 69 reviews
Reviewed By William B
While on a shopping outing, my wife and I were following the GPS directions when we passed by first a Hot Dog "emporium" (River View East) with a 1940s vibe that caught our eye... and right past it... next door... the Twisted Elm. We both exclaimed as we passed the Twisted Elm, "Wow! That's place looks pretty cool!"Anyway... we continued to our destination and afterwards dropped by a local brewery (Alementary - Hackensack, NJ) for a respite. After a couple beers we were both ready for dinner. Where to go? Hmm... we had WiFi at the brewery so I Googled "Twisted Elm" and upon going over the menu we decided to dine there. On our way out I asked the bartenders if they were familiar with Twisted Elm. One perked up immediately and told us that their food was off the hook. Another good sign!Ten minutes later we were there. The parking lot was jammed; we actually got the last space in the main lot. I was thinking we might have to wait for a table (it was prime time, around 7:15 pm on a Saturday), but the hostess put us at a cozy table in the main dinning room where there was a fire going in what appeared to be an old brick pizza oven. Looked cool! AC and a fireplace! 'Merica!Anyway... REALLY friendly staff! And knowledgeable too! Nice selection of local microbrews on tap - including a sour. (I'm a huge fan of sours.) Full bar. Homemade sangria (they had a special Rose Sangria which my wife ordered; it was delicious) as well. Having had a couple beers at the brewery and with such an eclectic menu of food and drink at the Twisted Elm (with such a nice cozy setting and friendly service) we decided to order in "shifts." First my beer and my wife's sangria and an app of chicken and waffle sliders with buffalo bleu cheese mousse. Well... I was expecting LITTLE sliders; instead, the brought us a place with two "full size" sandwiches - think the size of a fast food double burger. They were DELICIOUS! (Full disclosure... a BIT spicy for my wife's taste... but a side of sour cream requested and quickly delivered to the table took care of that! Since I LOVE "buffalo bleu" no "cooling" was necessary for mine.)(Oh... and when I had ordered my first beer I'd commented on ANOTHER beer on the list - so our waitress brought me a sample without me even asking! It's little gestures like that which make an impression on me.)Anyway... after our "full sized sliders" I ordered a second (different) microbrew and as our next food course we ordered the skillet mac & cheese with short rib, caramelized onions, carrots, and bleu cheese. It was an entree portion and let me tell you... it fed BOTH of us! Furthermore, I'd call it "Short Rib AND Mac & Cheese" - THAT'S how much meat there was! This dish wasn't "flavored" with short rib; it was LOADED with short rib. Hey... $20... not cheap... BUT... you're getting your money's worth and more. Off the hook tasty! Stick to your ribs "home" cookin'!Anyway... two beers... one sangria... one app... one entree... with tax $61. Great setting. Convenient location minutes from multiple highways. (This is Jersey, remember!) Oh... and back to "the little things; the gestures"... the chef came out to introduce himself. I like that! The chef and the staff take pride in what they do. That MATTERS. Anyway... I highly recommend the Twisted Elm. They have a good website. Check it out. Photos... menus... their story...Check out the website and my review here will resonate.
6. Riverside Manor Restaurant & Banquets
Overall Ratings
4 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By keno347
My family went to the riverside manor for dinner. We had purchased a Groupon just to tryout a new restaurant. We'll we were very surprised, the place was beautiful, the food was excellent,and the staff was exceptional. The biggest surprise was there were very few people enjoying the delicious food. I can only say do yourself a favor and try it, you won't be disappointed
5. The Shepard and the Knucklehead Pub
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By William V
We came in for a quick bite. When we left we could hardly wait to come back. The variety was tremendous. Very good tacos and BBQ pork sandwich better than the south. Even the French fries were superb. We started with a gourmet quality lobster bisque. it is a bar room and the jukebox was noisy. Service was good.
Most Popular European food in Paterson, New Jersey, United States
4. The Brownstone
Overall Ratings
4 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By Sid G
The service is second to none Cowboy Steak is enough fur 2 or 3 Fish fresh and good Valet parking available Good wine menu and full bar
3. Bogie's Hoagies
Overall Ratings
4 based on 63 reviews
Reviewed By rayej
This is a sandwich shop with oversized sandwiches of all varieties. They make many homemade items daily such as soup, raviolis, pulled pork and desserts. The owner checks in on customers to ensure they are satisfied with both food and service. They are in the process of expanding the establishment with added seating and a brick pizza oven. Prices are VERY reasoanble.
Best Mediterranean food near Paterson, New Jersey, United States
2. Cyndia's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By arubaphil
My wife and I were shopping in the Totowa area and decided to try lunch at Cyndia's on Union Blvd. Cyndia's is a casual and cozy breakfast and lunch establishment. They have tables, booths and an old fashioned counter service. The menu has a wide variety of breakfast items such as waffles, pancakes. eggs, wraps and cereal as well as a lunch menu of hot and cold sandwiches, salads, burgers and sides. We selected the Patty's melt and the Monte Cristo. Both came with a pasta salad side and pickle spear. We also shared the sweet potato fries. Both were cooked perfectly and the sandwich size was generous. The staff was very friendly, polite and efficient. The interior is clean, warm and inviting. Cyndia's is a great place for a quality meal in welcoming environment.
Where to eat Turkish food in Paterson: The Best Restaurants and Bars
1. Libby's Lunch
Overall Ratings
4 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By Mark v
Dating back to the 1930s, Libbys has stood near the Great Falls on McBride Avenue. Paterson's most famous and friendly diner. Whether it be tourists to the Falls, kids coming home from school, residents of the area, Libbys has offered some of the most delicious hot dogs, burgers, soups and more with tasty pride and reasonable price. Libbys is New Jersey, it is Paterson. It is wonderful!!!
