A few friends and I celebrated a birthday dinner here, and overall, we had a great experience! The…read moretables are very close together, which makes the atmosphere quite intimate -- perfect for a cozy night out. We started our evening with the eggplant appetizer. We tried two of the specials: the orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe, which was absolutely delicious, and the chicken saltimbocca, which was fantastic -- by far the best dish of the night. We also had the cacio e pepe pasta, which unfortunately missed the mark. It was extremely undercooked -- even hard to cut with a butter knife -- so that was a bit disappointing. That said, everything else was wonderful! The desserts were outstanding -- their tartufo is unique and not like others I've had, and the Nutella ricotta pie was my absolute favorite. Very rich, very sweet, and a generous portion. Despite the pasta hiccup, we really enjoyed our meal and would absolutely come back again! Oddly they don't have a cappuccino maker and no regular coffee-just espresso I believe.

Pasta was fresh and al dente. The cacio e pepe was my favorite. Portions are just right. Very solid…read moreItalian for the area. It is BYOB which is nice for the wallet. The carbonara was made nicely and didn't feel too heavy like other places. I thought the red sauce pastas were a bit lacking in flavor. Amatriciana didn't have any spice. Pomodoro needed some salt. Romaine salad was small and had too many croutons. Eggplant was delicious. We went during the day so there wasn't much ambiance perse. It is run by a family, and they were attentive. They are very serious about their work and respecting Italian traditions, which is commendable!

I've eaten at a lot of different types of restaurants but sometimes you just want friendly people…read moreplacing healthy ingredients in a bowl and handing it to you. Thankfully Salad House has that down! My daughter and I wanted a quick dinner on a Thursday night and headed to Salad House. Found parking nearby and lucked out that they weren't too busy. Ordered a Harvest Bowl plus grilled chicken and my daughter got a chicken Caesar wrap. Took advantage of some gorgeous weather and sat at their comfortable sidewalk seating. Harvest bowl had plenty of great ingredients and the highlight was the crispiest Brussels sprouts! My daughter found the lettuce to be very crunchy and the wrap was flavorful! Will gladly return to Salad House!

Had a salad bowl with salmon and steak…read more Had really fresh ingredients The salmon and steak tasted way better than your typical salad salmon and steak Especially the steak! Could eat the steak straight up. Would definitely come back, even though my bowl was $25

I cannot say enough, good things about this restaurant. It completely exceeded all of me and my…read morehusband's expectations both in food, service and atmosphere. The hospitality was incredible. We went there for my birthday. All the staff knew it was my birthday and they also knew that I was eight months pregnant and wanted to make sure that I was comfortable. The food was exceptional. The wait staff was so nice and provided recommendations while not pushing any one dish. We got the focaccia, softshell crab, Peking duck and chicken liver for appetizers. The softshell crab was the best I've ever had, and I would come back to this restaurant for this alone. The Peking duck was juicy and tender with the most incredible slaw type salad underneath it. The focaccia with the butter was also phenomenal, the owner actually brought it out to us and we had a nice conversation with him and you can tell he just poured his heart and soul into this restaurant. The focaccia is definitely not an appetizer to be overlooked just because it is bread. While I couldn't have any of the chicken liver mousse, it looked stunning, and my husband said that it was incredible and so light and fluffy, and it was a massive portion. I look forward to when we come back when I'm not pregnant and I can eat it. For dinner I got the Arctic char, and my husband got the pork. The Arctic char was unbelievable. It was piping hot and literally just melted in my mouth with each bite and the side that came with it was a mix of asparagus, mushrooms, farro and I don't know what else, but it was fantastic if I could have that side on its own as well, I would order more. My husband's pork was crispy and delicious with another incredible slaw topping, and it was so massive he has to take home like a third of it for dessert. We had the lemon meringue tart for dessert, which was also incredible and so refreshing for a dessert. All of the food was outrageously fresh and just outstanding. This restaurant is our new favorite place and on the way out we even made a reservation for three weeks from now to come back. This is probably the best restaurant that I've eaten at in Ridgewood hands down and I'm so glad that they are in the area. The restaurant adds a new vibe with food that is so phenomenal to match. I would highly recommend this place to anyone in the area as a MUST try. Of course me and my husband will be going back in a few weeks and we can't wait.

Disappointing birthday dinner! We had a 7:30 reservation and…read morewere out of the restaurant by 8:30! Felt very rushed; the hostess ( not our waiter) came and took my plate without asking me if I were finished or not; I had to tell her that I was still eating my dinner! Also, they serve you popcorn to nibble on while you're waiting for your dinner? Felt like we were in a movie theater or a bar/ grill! I ordered the beef carpaccio which they serve with potatoe chips; for the price that they charge for the appertizer, you would expect better! Food was good but not great! Overall not a great experience!

Osteria Sola gave our family an experience we will never forget…read more We held my mother's repast there, and from the very beginning, Massimo Sola could not have been more gracious, accommodating, or thoughtful. This was obviously an emotional day for our family, but he and his team created exactly the right atmosphere: elegant and classy, but still warm, comfortable, and family-centered. Our group of 32 guests was able to relax, talk, laugh, remember my mother, and truly enjoy being together. The food was outstanding from start to finish. This is authentic Italian cuisine prepared with real care. Every dish was flavorful, beautifully presented, and memorable. There was not a single mediocre item served. The short ribs and branzino were particular standouts, but honestly, everything was excellent. The service was just as impressive as the food. The staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely hospitable. When we went through all the bread, they went across the street to a local bakery to get more. When we were short on white wine, they helped procure additional bottles. At the end of the meal, Massimo even gave us a complimentary bottle of champagne to take home as a thank you. Those kinds of gestures say a lot about the heart of a restaurant. Every person in our group raved about the experience. Osteria Sola is a hidden gem right in the middle of town, and more people need to discover it. We are deeply grateful to Massimo and his team for helping us honor my mother with such a beautiful meal and such genuine hospitality.

Outstanding experience at Sola Italian Restaurant. The food was exceptional. The Branzino Skewers…read morewere truly out of this world--perfectly cooked, fresh, and incredibly flavorful. The pastas were amazing as well, authentic, perfectly prepared, and full of flavor. Great atmosphere, excellent service, and a meal to remember. Highly recommend!

Found Graze on Yelp and I was very happy. The second i walked in staff were smiling and friendly…read more It would have been 5 stars right there but then i sat down and got chatting to the team in particularly Eric the Barista. Food was delicious i has the beet salad. It was around 2 pm so resisted the french toast but will try that the next time. Great food great atmosphere all driven but a great team . Thank you Graze.

4.5 stars -- only because I've only been there once. Once I return, I'm sure I'm going to pop up to…read more5 stars! This tiny place in Ho-Ho-Kus was a truly lovely brunch experience. The food was fresh (how did they find a flawless avocado in the middle of winter???) and the flavors delicious. The service was outstanding -- weekend brunch was packed, and they put your name on a list in case you want to walk around town while you're waiting. Don't go too far, because somehow they're able to move the tables without making folks feel rushed. Each person we encountered -- the host, the folks at the counter, our server -- was nicer than the last. I got a bowl that had slightly cooked spinach, poached eggs, sweet potatoes and that GOHgeous avocado I mentioned above. One thing I really liked about this bowl is that it didn't have rice in it -- something that would've made it too overwhelming. This was the perfect combo and portion size. Someone else in our small group got the avocado toast (more avocado!!) and also said it was excellent. Definitely plan to return!

This is one of my favorite vegan restaurants! Everything is prepared fresh right in front of you…read moreusing high quality delicious ingredients. The staff is friendly and eager to answer any questions. Today I had the cauliflower crust pizza for the first time and it was great! Definitely give them a try, you'll love them too!

Hidden gem right here! Let me start by saying that I am not a vegan, but I love eating healthy…read more(occasionally) and this menu looked awesome. I ordered delivery for the spicy vegan chili and potato croquettes. The FLAVOR of this chili makes you forget any beef or meat is needed and I am a big chili fan. The spices and depth of flavor is amazing. The potato croquettes are also very good. A bit on the dry side, but that's to be expected when they're baked and healthier. The side sauce (you can pick from several options) made things much more moist, but the flavor of the actual croquettes are great. Nice potato pillows! I can't wait to explore more of the menu and hopefully enjoy in person to test the service and overall ambience.

The quality of food is consistently delicious. Today was my 3rd visit. We had Pork souvlakia,…read moreVillage Salad(Horatiki), fried cod with skorthalia (garlic mashed potatoes) and beets. An order of Mousaka with oven fresh bread. The mousaka is definitely worth ordering. It is prepared in an individual iron skillet and served piping hot. We had Baklava & coffee for Dessert. This is definitely one of Bergen County's hidden gems. I highly recommend this food establishment as authentic Greek Cuisine!! By, Peter J Koulikourdis

I found Meltemi through the inKind app because we had some inKind credits expiring and were looking…read moreto have a Sunday lunch in Bergen County. We came shortly after they opened at 11:30 and there was only one other family dining there the entire time we were there. We had: -Assortment of three spreads - hummus, tzatziki, and skordalia (potato, garlic, olive oil). We originally wanted to get the roasted eggplant but they said they hadn't made it yet. All the spreads were fine - nothing special about it. It comes with some pita bread for dipping. Next, we had some grilled halloumi -Avgolemono Soup - comforting on a cloudy day. Even my toddler enjoyed it and she doesn't usually like meat but ate a few chunks of the chicken -Grilled Halloumi (with fig jam) - this was a little oily and very salty. I did like the fig jam with it but $17.95 for a chunk of cheese is pretty pricey -Gyro Combo Platter (pork, chicken, and lamb gyro served with fries, pita, tomatoes, onions, and tzatziki) - I missed where the menu said it's served with tzatziki because then I probably wouldn't have ordered the assortment of spreads. The pork was chewy, and the chicken was dry, but the lamb was good. They did have a nice flavor though. Again, my daughter who doesn't like meat even ate some of the chicken and the lamb. I probably wouldn't go out of my way to come back here, especially since there were really only two things we really liked. But if you do visit, I'd recommend just getting the lamb gyro. Tip - BYOB

Had dinner here last night and it was absolutely delicious! As soon as you are seated, thy put a…read moresmall bowl of popcorn to pick at while you are looking at the menu. The seasoning on it was sooo good. For appetizers, we ordered the ricotta board and the bruschetta. The bread on the bruschetta was well toasted and not soggy. It had a thin layer of goat cheese and well seasoned tomatoes with fresh basil. The ricotta board included fresh toasted slices of bread, deliciously seasoned ricotta, honey and fig jam. JUST YUM! The branzino was pure perfection! Well seasoned and perfectly cooked, it had a crispy top and flaky, melt-in-your-mouth filet. The red curry seafood dish was to die for! A generous amount of seafood, served over rice and with a good amount of kick to it. Finally, the service was great! The owners walked around the dining room, making sure everything is perfect. They stopped and chatted with customers. Very warm and friendly people. The whole ambiance and experience was 10/10. We can't wait to go back and try other dishes on the menu!

White Maple Café in Ridgewood is such a gem. The atmosphere alone is worth a visit; gorgeous,…read morerustic, and boho with a really cozy, welcoming vibe. Everything here is clearly made fresh, which absolutely shows in the quality and flavor. The mulled cider is incredible, and their soups are truly to die for (comforting, rich, and perfectly done)!! I'm giving it four stars only because if you're in a hurry, this probably isn't the spot. Service takes a bit of time, but that's the trade-off for how fresh everything is. If you're looking to slow down, enjoy the ambiance, and have a delicious meal, this place is definitely worth it.