This place hit it out of the park. The menu has a lot of unique niche options. We sat at the high…read moretops in the bar section. To be clear, the high tops are the booths you also see in pictures (we were confused ahead of walking in). It's definitely elevated bar food with a bit of pizzaz!! We ordered WAY too much food but wanted to try a lot of things. We went for a bunch of apps and then shared the bolognese which I also really enjoyed. The cocktails are top tier. An ex Hoboken girlie, I have a very specific standards to cocktails and this places knocks it out the park. The waitress was wildly helpful (suggestions and attentive) and she was funny, brownie points! New staple for us, go check it out

Charlie's Place has a surprisingly large layout. It starts with a smaller, updated bar area that…read morefeels elevated, then opens up into a connected dining space with an accessible patio. Our server was very pleasant and made us feel welcome right away. We went on a Sunday evening, and the back dining area was almost empty. If you're looking for a livelier vibe, the front is probably the better choice, but the back works great for something more quiet and intimate. I was craving the bolognese, but they were out that night, so we ordered the candied nut and beet salad and the pepperoni pizza with honey. Both were very good, but the salad definitely made more of a "wow" impression. Overall, we had a really pleasant time.

Awesome spot my husband and I recently stumbled upon. Busier than expected on a Wednesday evening,…read morebut that goes to show that it's a solid spot. Cheeseburger was really good with quality meat, and we were able to upgrade our fries to poutine which was awesome of the kitchen to allow us to do! Ribs were excellent with a lot of meat on the bone. Onion rings hit the spot too! Next time we plan to try the half chicken.. everyone else there was ordering it and it looked fantastic.

Good staff Nice place…read more Cool as in temp because it is a BARN Best burgers we had in a long time! We had veggie burger too. Baked potatoes Salad , unmade, chopped with icebergs bacon , tomato blue cheese Good wine selection and draft beers Family place Cozy Lots of parking 10 Mins from Ridgewood Eli is owner for 25 years

Unfortunately, this spot missed the mark for me. I wouldn't go back for the food…read more We ordered the boneless wings ($17), and while the portion was generous and the lemon pepper flavor was good, the sauces were confusing. We asked for ranch, but what came out looked and tasted like a cheesy dip (as pictured- you can literally see chunks of cheese in it). We even compared it side by side with their Caesar dressing which was same texture, just a different color. Isn't ranch supposed to be creamy? The French dip sandwich was another letdown. The roast beef was super dry, barely any pink, and the au jus sauce looked like the last bit scraped from the bottom of the pot. Very light in color when it should be a rich dark brown. One look and I knew it wouldn't taste right. Then came the burger, which was so undercooked that the blood soaked through the bottom bun (as pictured). The waitress never even asked how we wanted it cooked. Overall, I'd come back here for a drink but I'd skip the food next time.

Came across this place the other day looking for somewhere near to where we were. We were…read morepleasantly surprised. We sat at the bar. Service was really fantastic. The bartenders and servers were super attentive and really on it. Great experience. We had the lemon pepper wings to start. Those were delicious! I got a special sort of cheesesteak on garlic bread. So good! Their fries are insanely good. They are the perfect fry. I was so sad I got a side salad. Haha. My husband got a burger that he enjoyed. We shared an insanely delicious and ridiculously large apple pie or cobbler something cheesecake. It was out of this world. Will def go here again!!

My friend and I wound up at W's Village Grille the other night, after our initial beverage venue of…read morechoice had not even one available bar stool. W's was a large restaurant and sports bar with ample parking. The place was packed because of the March Madness basketball games, so the front bar was bustling, but, thankfully, we were able to get a large, cozy booth in that section. We just ordered Aperol Spritzes, which were tasty and perfectly balanced. The service was also very friendly. While the food menu was mainly greasy bar food, they had a few items (grilled chicken, salads, soups, etc.) that I would have ordered if I had been hungry. Overall, the W's Village Grille seemed like a great place to catch a game or even for a family dinner in the back dining room, but it was not really the trendy girls' night spot for which we had originally planned.

To David H.: I was…read morethere that night too, and honestly this review sounds more like someone who didn't understand what was going on than an accurate description of the place. It was St. Patrick's Day and the start of March Madness, the bar was completely packed, exactly like anyone with basic common sense would expect. The staff was clearly working hard to keep up with the crowd, and my Guinness was poured perfectly fine. If someone thought they were going to get slow, ceremonial pours and unlimited bar time on one of the busiest nights of the year, that's just unrealistic. As for getting cut off, bars don't do that for no reason, especially on a night when they want to keep serving. When a place is at capacity, the staff has to make judgment calls to keep things under control and stay within the law. Acting like bartenders should let people stay forever just because it's St. Patrick's Day sounds like someone who hasn't actually worked a high-volume bar in a long time, if ever. Calling the place overpriced with bad food doesn't make much sense either, considering it was packed all night and people were clearly enjoying themselves. It's easy to blame the bar when you don't get the experience you wanted, but from what I saw, the staff handled a crazy night the best they could, and the complaints here sound way more like user error than anything wrong with the place.

Every once in a while, you finally try a restaurant and think, what took me so long? That was…read moreexactly our experience at Allendale Social last night. Everything about it was top-notch. The transformation from the previous restaurant is truly impressive. The Paella Arancini was incredibly unique and absolutely delicious. My husband had the Lobster Thermidor and said it was the best lobster he's ever had. My shrimp dish was just as outstanding. We can't wait to go back!!

I visited Allendale Social last night with my family for dinner after it was recommended by several…read morefamily members and friends. The restaurant is very pretty overall, though the interior is quite dim, making it difficult to read the menu without additional light. The tables were also placed fairly close together. Our server was polite and welcoming throughout the evening. We started with the Korean fried chicken and tuna tataki. The chicken was moist and coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. The tuna tataki was flavorful; however, the taro chips were very thin and tended to break easily when holding the tuna. For our main courses, we ordered the Icelandic cod, rigatoni, Freebird chicken, and a side of whipped potatoes. Dessert was the hazelnut chocolate crunch, which was a nice way to end the meal. Overall, the food was enjoyable. That said, the pricing felt more in line with a fine dining experience, while the atmosphere and service were closer to an upscale casual restaurant. Some small details, such as the whipped potatoes being served without a serving spoon, stood out. While minor, these details can make a difference, especially at this price point.

Food: always good just once I had the food was not so great but always my go to place…read more Service: is always good amazing even when it's busy and they are running around they are such great people who work there n own it too Ambience: it's old bar pub something is always great place to go to see local people and some people who traveled to try something new too

Shortway's Barn is absolutely amazing! I love their…read moreburgers. They atmosphere at the restaurant is always great- the staff is super nice and food is delicious. They also offer amazing specials and life music!!! One of my favorite spots.

Solid bar/restaurant with lots of seatings inside and some patio areas. Friendly staff and quick…read moreservice. They serve food at the bar but I only ordered dessert. I had the banana pudding, it was perfectly moist and not too strong on the banana. The beers were cold and refreshing on a sat night listening to live bands? Couldn't get any better! Def recommend Steel wheel for a drama free night out. But keep in mind they do get pretty busy by like 6pm. I believe they do take reservations, def make one if you plan on visiting. Otherwise you'll be on top of others by the bar aka don't be that annoying kinda person.

A cozy, very popular Ridgewood spot with good food--but come prepared for tight seating and a…read morelively atmosphere. We stopped in mid-week for a family dinner after work and even on a Wednesday the place was buzzing. The restaurant itself is pretty tiny, which makes for a cozy atmosphere but also means tables are very close together. If you can, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation. The menu is somewhat minimal, but the food overall was good. I eat gluten-free and noticed the options were a bit limited, which made ordering slightly challenging. I ended up going with the sea scallops. They were nicely cooked, but the portion was smaller than I expected--five small scallops with some vegetables. For the price, I do wish the portion had been a bit more generous. I have to admit I left still a little hungry. My dad ordered the short rib grilled cheese and really enjoyed it. That was probably the standout dish at our table. My sister ordered the honey bourbon chicken and said it was okay, but afterward she mentioned she probably should have gone with the short rib grilled cheese instead. One surprise of the night was live music on a Wednesday. I usually enjoy live music, but since we were hoping to catch up as a family it made conversation a little difficult. The music was fairly loud for such a small space. Service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. They also have a rewards program, which worked out nicely--my dad received a complimentary dessert for his birthday. I ordered the crème brûlée, which was a great way to end the meal. A couple practical tips: parking in Ridgewood can be tricky. The restaurant advertises valet parking, though we didn't use or see it during our visit. If you find street parking, make sure to feed the meter because the town is known for giving out tickets. In warmer months they do offer some outdoor sidewalk seating, though it looks fairly limited. It also appears they have a happy hour, though we didn't arrive in time to try it. Overall, I'd recommend checking out Steel Wheel Tavern--just be mindful of the timing of your visit, especially if you're hoping for a quieter dinner.

Great experience! We got seated right away on a Saturday night. Staff was very timely. Our waiter…read moreAiden was very entertaining and gave great recommendations. For dinner we got the Triple Play and the Steak Fajitas which were both delicious and good sized portions. The blood orange margarita was also delicious, recommended by our server. Ambiance was nice! Fun vibes and had a lot of tvs to watch sports. It's pretty loud at peak hours and by the bar, but it was manageable. Will be back!

THE GOOD ----------------…read more+ Very, verrrry solid Mexican food. ++++ Complimentary tortilla chips and salsa was typical of starter chips and salsa at most Mexican restaurants. ++++ Brisket Empanadas with queso and salsa was fantastic, but there were only 2???? For $15, we expected at least 3 empanadas, but, nevertheless, they were very tasty and filled to the brim with brisket. They also came with queso and salsa for dipping. ++++ Tacos de Amor special with grilled skirt steak tips, garlic shrimp on corn tortillas was verrrrry good. The meats had delicious flavor and there was no skimping, however, we figured after our meal that the chimichurri was actually missing :( ++++ Fish Tacos with beer battered cod filets was excellent! It was topped with jalapeño tartar sauce and slaw and I absolutely devoured it! The fish was crispy and cooked well. ++++ Kids Cheese Quesadillas was as you would expect for kids quesadillas. They were super thin, with a layer of cheese, but our kids enjoyed it. + Waiter was great. He checked in on us a few times and made sure we had everything we needed. + Food arrived quickly. + Restaurant was VERY spacious with 2 separate dining rooms. + Plenty of parking outside as the restaurant is part of a super large strip mall. + There are a few large TVs in the dining room with the bar. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - As mentioned above, the missing chimichurri on the Tacos de Amor was a miss. The tacos were good, but definitely would have been even better with the sauce. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Nada.

Came back again for sine more deliciousness. Tried out the Maybach which very nice and malty. And,…read morehad to have a Supra Citra, as well. Good times at a good brewery.

I love this place! Great drinks and great service. They even have trivia some nights which is…read morealways a vibe.

I genuinely do not understand why this place is so highly rated. When you first walk in, the staff…read moreis friendly, smiling, and welcoming. Unfortunately, that attitude disappears the moment there's a problem. When my food arrived, the quality was shockingly poor. The salad looked old and wilted, like it had been sitting around far longer than it should have. The bread was stale, and the sandwich meat had a strange, processed texture that made it feel more like plastic than food. What made the experience even worse was the response when the issues were brought up. Instead of standing behind their food or trying to make things right, the staff became rude, dismissive, and arrogant. A restaurant's true character shows when something goes wrong, and this place failed that test completely. Between the low-quality food and the poor handling of customer concerns, this was a thoroughly disappointing and unpleasant dining experience. This has happened multiple times

This is one of those places that feels "like home" especially around this time of year. You feel…read morelike you step back in time when you take a look at the building it's absolutely beautiful. Trust me the menu and the bar are completely up-to-date.! We always start with the cauliflower appetizer. It is the best one in the area. The cauliflower is crisp. There's no heavy breading. It just really is a good choice, especially for those of us that do not eat meat. I hope they keep them on the menu forever. Hubby loves the tuna poke bowl. My favorite are the salmon burgers they make them a few different ways and last night. I had them with avocado and firecracker sauce and they were out of this world. I also like the salmon tower. This just really is a great little place. You can go for a girls night, you could bring your family, just about anything you can think of would be a match for here oh, and one of my favorite touches as the fact that you can grab a bowl and serve yourself some freshly popped popcorn !