Simply the best banchan among any of the dozens of Korean restaurants I've visited in the tri-state area. They're all handmade (as are the dumplings, by the way), and they're all stunningly delicious. You barely have to order a main dish. But of course, you will. And so you can have ssam, a huge plate of barbecued meat with an even bigger tray of nearly a dozen kinds of leaves. Or you can have a long whole fish laid out in a trough with all sorts of accoutrements. Or the excellent cold noodles. Or other stuff, I'm sure. But whatever you order, you probably won't need to eat for another 24 hours. The service is fastidiously attentive, and the prices are completely reasonable for this volume of high-quality comestibles. Go on an empty stomach. read more

We saw this spot every time we drove by H Mart in Ridgefield so walked in for dinner one weekend. We didn't make a reservation but they did have a table for us so got seated right away. Service was very friendly and everyone we interacted with during our meal was super friendly and polite. We ordered their classic galbi/ribs and cold buckwheat noodles/mulnaengmyun. The latter was quite good and I might add that the side dishes/banchan were all good too. The galbi was overall good, especially the meat itself. The rice cakes could have been a little better but all in all, pretty good. Clean restaurant right by H Mart. Recommended to give them a try. read more

ARIA Korean Cuisine - Korean Near Me - Ridgefield, New Jersey

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Came here with friends looking for something different from the usual K-town experience and really enjoyed it. The braised oxtail was excellent. Tender meat, rich sauce, and plenty of flavor. Easily my favorite dish of the meal. The Boyang Samhap was also unique. Grilled eel, octopus, and smoked duck served with vegetables and wrap ingredients. It was interactive, fun to eat, and perfect for sharing. The menu has plenty of traditional Korean dishes too, but I'd recommend trying some of the specialties. Large portions, comfortable dining room, and free parking make it an easy choice for groups. read more

ARIA Korean Cuisine - Boyang Samhap - Korean Near Me - Ridgefield, New Jersey

This is a must try place for NJ's grilled eel! Service was excellent and loved how the environment was family friendly! read more

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This restaurant is tucked right on the corner by the traffic light, and you'll need to make the turn there to get into the parking lot. We ordered the pumpkin kalbijim, eel, and spicy naengmyeon for three people, and it was just the right amount of food. We cleared everything clean! The pumpkin kalbijim and eel portions are made for two as stated on the menu. OMG, the eel was SO good. The service was top notch - they grilled and cut everything for us right at the table. It had the perfect smoky flavor, incredibly soft texture, and somehow no bones at all. The kalbijjim....oh my lord, I genuinely don't know what kind of witchcraft they used because that was the BEST I've ever had. The meat was unbelievably soft and flavorful without any random tough pieces getting stuck in your teeth. Paired with the soft rice cakes and sweet pumpkin, it was the perfect combination. And the sauce? Absolute crack sauce. Even the naengmyeon balanced everything out perfectly. Definitely a spot I'd come back to again!!! Especially for the kalbijjim!! read more

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TLDR: New spot near the big H-mart in Ridgefield. The grilled eel and the Daegu maeun tang were both very tasty. Stopped in recently for a family dinner. We didn't get the whole belt fish stew which i wanted but we did try the grilled eel, the galbi jjim and the Daegun maeun tang. The eel comes with two large pieces and finished table-side with a torch. The pieces are fatty, very crispy and the inside is quite soft. It stays crisping on the pebbles and is served with ssam jang, ginger, garlic chives and fresh scallions. The Daegun maeun tang was incredibly flavorful, flaky fish and a rich seafood broth. I'm not a galbi jjim person in general but the short ribs were tender, the sauce was rich and the rice cakes were especially tasty with a chewy texture. Definitely going to be back to try the braised belt fish. read more

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Return visit Had a great meal the last time Drove down for an encore Had the galbi and the chicken soup and both were terrific Going to gas up the car to return and try the rest of the menu read more

We fell for the fresh eel hype and paid a visit. The 1st banchi is a solid upgrade from your average spot--braised ribs and fresh eel both taste great, though portions suggest the chef is training for portion-control Olympics. Everything's delicious, but you'll finish chewing and still see bare plate staring back at you like a dare. Then comes the bill: over $150 for two adults and a kid. At that price, the eel should introduce itself by name, wear a tiny bow tie, and offer emotional support. Your kid probably ate $12 worth of rice anyway. Taste? 4 stars. Wallet's feelings? Deeply victimized. Would we go back? Only if the eel pays for half. read more

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Been here twice now and can't recommend this place for others enough! Great space with ample, comfortable seating and a parking lot. They're known for their Belt Fish Stew which is definitely picture worthy, but I think their other dishes are just as great too. I was a big fan of the Budae Hot Pot - they can add more beef broth if you would like. read more

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Aria @ Ridgefield (near H mart) Quite a random place on Broad Avenue, away from Fort Lee and Palisades Park. The place is quite spacious and can reserve private rooms - just that they don't have induction to keep the food warm - and enough parking !! We ordered their signature menu 1) Whole belt fish ($45) 2) Sweet pumpkin with braised short ribs ($59) 3) Stir fried spicy pork combo with Sam (veggie) ($43) It was just ok. Nothing very special (probably because I had high expectations for the whole belt fish and the sweet pumpkin dish. I am a big fan of the whole belt fish, but since I prefer "grilled fish" than "braised", that may be the reason. I wish they would steam the sweet pumpkin more so that it is softer and the braised short ribs more tender. Will request to see if possible. read more

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We love the H Mart nearby and like to try different Korean restaurants in the surrounding area. We came for a weekday lunch, and it was easy to get a table. We tried to bulgogi, Galbi soup, and potato pancake. The bulgogi was just ok. The beef wasn't very hot or carmelized. The galbi soups broth was just ok. A very light tomato broth that was probably season with ketchup. The potato pancake was not very good. The staff were nice and the food came out quickly. read more

Overall 3.5/5 Food 4/5 Service 4/5 Ambiance 4/5 Value 3/5 Finally tried ARIA, a new spot that's taken over what used to be a gamjatang place. Their dishes and even banchans has a classy presentation. Parking feels spacious but has limited actual parking spots. It was full when we went and had to do street parking. The food looked amazing, and some of it tasted great, but the portions were surprisingly small. For our group of four, most of the dishes were about one bite / piece each. What we ordered: - Bulgogi Hotpot 2.5/5: This one fell a bit flat. While bulgogi is sweet, this was too sweet for my preference. - Seafood Pancake (3/5): I was hoping for more seafood and a crispier pancake. - Pumpkin Short Rib 4.5/5: The highlight here for sure! Flavorwise, it was fantastic, but the portion was minuscule about one piece per person. - Kalbi 4/5: Tasted good, but like the short rib, the portion size was smaller than expected ARIA has style and some standout flavors, but be prepared to order a bit more if you're hungry. read more

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I got a chance to stop here for lunch. When I arrived I parked in their lot. I walked in and was greeted and sat in this small, cute restaurant! I was served by the manager June. I had: Sides Fried Dumplings Sweet Pumpkin Braised Short Rib Harmful Pajeon (Pancake with seafood and scallion) Sundubu Jjigae stew with tofu and vegetables and seafood My favorite dish was the short rib! It was so tender and flavorful! All in all, I had a good experience! read more

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The side dishes that you get at aria feel more elevated and come out looking so pretty! The atmosphere and experience here really was like a performance! Aria Korean Cuisine says that they want to create a memorable experience that captivates their audience and that is exactly what they did! The service is exceptional and superb! The serving portions here are also so generous! You will definitely leave feeling full! The sweet pumpkin is both tender and sweet - cooked to perfection! I would highly recommend you to try the sweet pumpkin short ribs as it's one of their most popular dishes - and for good reason! It's delicious!! The kalbi is so delicious! The flavor profile here just makes you keep coming back for more! The fish was also super fresh! If you're a fan of seafood, I would definitely try the mackerel! It reminds me of the more classical flavors that you would find in South Korea! I have been craving to find places that remind me of Korea and Aria is it! The seafood pancake that I had here is by far one of the best seafood pancakes I've had. It's so crispy and loaded! For those of you looking for adventure, definitely consider trying out Aria because they also have unique takes on traditional korean flavors! read more

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ARIA Korean Cuisine in Ridgefield, NJ. New Korean spot alert ‼. ARIA is not your typical Korean restaurant-it's serving authentic Korean food with a modern twist. The veggies alone for the SSAM were impressive! If you love fish then you must try the TONG GAL CHI JORIM COMBO-整条炖带鱼 A whole belt fish braised in a rich and spicy Korean- style saucewithradish, garlic, and vegetables, creating a deep, savory flavor. Definitely try this place out! SWEET PUMPKIN BRAISED SHORT RIBS 南瓜炖排骨- Tender beef short ribs braised with sweet pumpkin in asavory andslightly sweet soy-based sauce. SSAM COMBO (Choose either Jeyuk or bulgogi) 多种包饭叶菜- Tender and juicy pork is paired with crisp vegetables, stir-fried overhigh heat with a unique Korean-style sauce, blending sweet, spicy,fragrant and savory flavors together. Choose either Jeyuk or bulgogi. lt includes Doenjang Jjigae and Gyeranjjim. YUKHOE韩式生拌牛肉-Thinly sliced raw beef seasoned withsoy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic,served with a raw egg yolk. read more

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Food was delicious and the portions were huge! I loved their bbq eel (장어구이)! I'll definitely come back for more eel. Service was exceptional and restaurant was clean. I'll definitely be back to try it out again. read more

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If you're in Jersey, you need to make the trip to this Korean spot in Queens--everything slapped. The beef tartare was super refreshing, the galbijjim was super tender (and came with pumpkin which I loved), and the kimchi mackerel? Massive, flavorful, and perfectly cooked in that rich kimchi broth. It even came with soup and a fluffy egg soufflé. So many good banchans too. The staff were sweet, service was fast, and I'm already planning my next visit--there's still so much I wanna try. read more

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The whole experience at this beautiful restaurant was amazing! We had an a amazing unexpected reunion with the owner who has always been so warm and inviting to us and to all of her customers! Her staff is fast, attentive and friendly! The food at Aria is the best Korean food I have had outside of my husband and mother in law's cooking of course! The Galbi is perfectly marinated and served in abundance. The Mandu, fried tofu and kimchi were some of my favorite Ban Chan! My husband raved about the Naengnyum and my daughter could not stop eating the Japchae! Everyone should try Aria- you won't be disappointed! We cannot wait to come back! read more

easily one of my favorite Korean restaurants in nj. everyone was so welcoming and you could tell each dish was made with care. there wasn't not a single dish we didn't like. the interior is super spacious. absolutely a must visit when I'm in the area! read more

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My kids and I came here for lunch today as I was craving Korean food! We found easy parking in the lot and loved how modern/bright the interior space was. We ordered Kimchi Jjigae and a Ricecake/Dumpling soup for lunch. Both were great, but the standout for me was the banchan. Everything was so visually gorgeous and incredibly fresh tasting. The staff was warm, attentive, and thoughtful in serving my family. Already eager to come back again! read more

ARIA Korean Cuisine - Korean Near Me - Ridgefield, New Jersey

Great traditional Korean food! The previous owner sold Gamjatang and we loved it so much. The restaurant was closed at the end of last year and finally reopened with a new management. The food choices were different but the quality was excellent. read more

Great side dishes, food is healthy but good. The greens are so fresh here. Def a solid korean spot! read more

ARIA Korean Cuisine - Korean Near Me - Ridgefield, New Jersey

Service was good but a bit on the slow end, prob cuz we went on new years day. We had the bosom for two, but nothing out of the ordinary and a bit underseasoned. The portion was huge and we had leftovers, but realized most of the meal was raw veggies to wrap with the spicy pork (it wasnt the traditional boiled pork we were used to), honestly most of the veggies we questioned if this was really supposed to wrap with - raw bok choi, crown daisy, collard greens etc. Place was clean and well designed and the owners were nice. read more

Great banchan, I love the egg coated fried tofu My friends appreciated that besides kimchi there was much milder cucumber kimchee. 3 of us shared a dish of Jachai And the short ribs stew with pumpkin which I found to be one of the most delicious dishes. I tried it again on another day but made with spicy pork ribs-oh so good. Ms. Choi Cooked all our dishes the first time and Is done a great job training the staff were very helpful efficient and attentive. read more

Mid service, food was raw, got the wrong order. Idk how ppl come here to eat. Don't recommended

The food taste homemade good service very clean and modern decor. Came during lunch on Saturday. Got seate dright away

The food was amazing!! Ordered the eel and my sister ordered the beef bulgogi. The eel was so good and all the bon chon was amazing about 10 different kinds. The atmosphere was very cordial and relaxed. Service was great and he was very attentive! This will be my go to Korean from now on!! read more