Dining on the patio is always welcome when the weather turns warm in Bergen County. There are plenty of places near Ridgewood homes for sale where you can have an al fresco dining experience. Here are some of our favorites.
Felina Ridgewood
18 Prospect St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
The setting is every bit as amazing as the food at Felina Ridgewood. Housed in an iconic former bank building, Felina offers a unique outdoor dining experience on its rooftop bar, La Terrazza. Enjoy cocktails and small plates, as well as a variety of pizzas. If you love the venue, you may want to consider booking Felina for your next event.
Amster's Prospect Tavern
18 W. Prospect St. Waldwick, NJ 07463
One of the oldest bars/restaurants in the area, Amster's Prospect Tavern has been serving great food and great drinks since the end of Prohibition. Located near Waldwick homes for sale, they're open daily from 4 to 10 p.m. Eat on the patio and enjoy their strawberry arugula salad with fried goat cheese and candied walnuts or a variety of other dishes, like the Prospect Cheesesteak or the BBQ Brisket Smash Burger. They can also be booked for private events and host special events throughout the year.
Park West Tavern
30 Oak St., Ridgewood, NJ 07450
The Park West Tavern patio has a simple setup—a few tables and chairs under umbrellas. But it's the perfect place to enjoy an intimate lunch or dinner, with colorful flowers all around. Go for brunch and enjoy their berry bowl with delicious seasonal fruits. Or go for dinner and try their short rib ragu, steakhouse Wagyu burger, or a wide array of amazing seafood. The restaurant is open 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday, until 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, and 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays and can also be booked for private events.
In addition, don't miss out on Ridgewood's Pedestrian Plaza Saturdays and Sundays through October. East Ridgewood Avenue will be closed each weekend from South Broad Street to Oak Street to allow for outdoor shopping, dining, and entertainment.
St. Eve's Restaurant
611 N. Maple Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423
When you eat on the patio at St. Eve's, you get a beautiful dining experience with delicious food. Surrounded by flowers and plants, the intimate setting makes you feel like dining in a garden. Or, if you prefer the dining room, it has a rustic feel with wood beams, antique French mirrors, and 200-year-old salvaged barn doors. Located near Ho-Ho-Kus homes for sale, the chef prides himself on fresh, locally-sourced, organic ingredients to create a dining experience you won't forget.
Glen Rock Inn
222 Rock Road, Glen Rock, NJ 07452
Whether you come for lunch, dinner, or brunch, Glen Rock Inn has delicious food made with fresh ingredients. Their banquet hall is available for private parties, or just come and enjoy their restaurant and bar with a few friends. They have a beautiful patio for dining, plus live music and other entertainment throughout the year near Glen Rock homes for sale. If you come for brunch, try their eggs benedict with mimosas or a pitcher of red, white, or rose sangria.
Albert's Ho-Ho-Kus
4 Sycamore Ave., Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423
Albert's bills itself as a charming cafe and restaurant offering American and Italian food "prepared with love and care." Enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner on the patio, with options including a variety of appetizers, salads, and main dishes. Some of our favorites include the popcorn shrimp with sweet chili sauce and beef short ribs. Don't forget to save room for a slice of key lime pie for dessert.
Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern
1 E. Franklin Turnpike, Ho-Ho-Kus, NJ 07423
With a large outdoor tent and patio, you're sure to enjoy your dinner at Ho-Ho-Kus Inn & Tavern. Classic favorites include the Roasted Chicken and Double Bone Pork Chop, and you also can't go wrong with the Zabriskie Burger, featuring sharp white cheddar, bacon, aioli, and buttermilk onion ring. Finish off your meal with an order of Banana Bread Pudding, a delightful combination of banana bread, Oreo cookies, vanilla ice cream, and caramel sauce.
Bergen County has plenty more to offer, both inside and outside. Contact us if you're ready to make Ridgewood your new home. Our agents will help you find the perfect house for you in a neighborhood that meets your needs.
