Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Clifton

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CaldwellCarlstadtCliffside ParkCliftonEast RutherfordEdgewater

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

41 restaurants available nearby

1. Elia

4.8

Exceptional(2996)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 33 times today

A unique dining experience in an authentic atmosphere. Step through our doors and feel as if you have been transported to a Mediterranean island.

2. Matisse 167

4.8

Exceptional(1304)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 5 times today

Think of us for artful cuisine and a great dining experience! We are your preferred "Bring Your Own Bottle" BYOB destination for special occasions, milestones, small corporate parties and get togethers. Chef Greg's acclaimed, seasonal four-course Prix-Fixe Menu is offered Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Our garden patio awaits you for a delightful outdoor dining experience. Matisse's elegant main dining room is adorned with Matisse silhouettes and bejeweled chandeliers, and our front dining room displays a Moroccan themed decor. Our team looks forward to providing you and your guests with excellent cuisine, great service, and a special evening to remember!

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3. Tio Taco + Tequila - Clifton

4.7

Exceptional(17)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Clifton

Booked 3 times today

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN FOOD IN AN EXCITING AND VIBRANT ATMOSPHERE. OFFERING A WIDE VARIETY OF COCKTAILS TEQUILA AND OUTDOOR DINING!

4. Biggie's

4.9

Exceptional(390)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Carlstadt

Booked 3 times today

At Biggie’s we are guided by a set of values and principles, honed by members of our family since 1946, that empower our staff to provide you with an excellent dining experience. Biggie’s has always stood for tradition, quality, consistency, stability and a firm commitment to our customers, our employees, our suppliers and our community.

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5. Ivy Inn Restaurant & Bar

4.7

Exceptional(124)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Hackensack

Booked 1 time today

The Ivy Inn Restaurant and Bar is the perfect place for a date night or celebratory dinner with your partner. Sit by the fireplace indoors and listen to the live piano player while you enjoy a meal of roasted rack of lamb or grilled veal chop served in a mushroom cognac cream sauce. During nice weather, sit out on the patio that is surrounded by greenery for privacy and dine on broiled Canadian salmon or the blackened Louisiana catfish served with a spicy tomato salsa. While the mood is intimate, children are welcome at the Ivy Inn and menu items for them include penne pasta with butter, three mini sliders or a pizzette.The Ivy Inn offers a global selection of both red and white wines. For those that are more adventurous, there are tasting options on the menu which present you with a sampling of three distinctly different wines.

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6. Mima's Cuban Cantina

3.7

Very Good(10)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cuban • East Rutherford

Fresh & Healthy Cuban-American CuisineBYOB Fast Casual RestaurantQuick Serve Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner EverydayWeekend Brunch

7. Bottagra

4.7

Exceptional(1389)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Hawthorne

Booked 18 times today

Located in Hawthorne"s historic Degray house, Bottagra Restaurant opened its doors in early 2008. What was once used as an encampment for General Lafayette's troops during the Revolutionary War has been transformed into a modern, elegant restaurant with the feel and charm of a Tuscan villa. Chef-Owners Robert Vicari and Carlo Carbonaro have fused their extensive restaurant experience together to offer a variety of dishes hailing from both the northern and southern regions of Italy. Offering a full bar and extensive wine list, as well as private rooms, Bottagrais a diners' dream for gatherings both large and small.

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8. Oceanos Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3745)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Fairlawn

Booked 25 times today

At Oceanos Restaurant, our passion lies in sourcing the finest seafood and prime meats from around the globe. We specialize in fresh oysters, expertly prepared whole fish, and premium cuts, ensuring each dish embodies our unwavering commitment to quality. Guided by master chefs, our menu showcases vibrant Mediterranean flavors, artfully presented to captivate the senses. Join us for a remarkable dining experience that highlights the best the world has to offer, served with an irresistible twist of oceanic allure.

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9. HAVEN Riverfront Restaurant and Bar

4.7

Exceptional(4067)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Edgewater

Booked 26 times today

FOR TABLES OVER 6 PEOPLE OR ANY UNAVAILABLE TIMES PLEASE CALL THE RESTAURANT FOR ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE AT 201-943-1900.Rated "Very Good" by the NY Times, located on the banks of the Hudson River in Edgewater, with a breathtaking view of the Manhattan skyline, HAVEN offers New Modern American cuisine to be savored in it's relaxing lounge, bar, dining room or outdoor terrace. Serving lunch, brunch and dinner. HAVEN offers a Happy Hour Mon-Fri 5pm-8pm and a brunch prix fixe Sat-Sun 11am-3pm which includes one brunch entree and two mimosa's, two bellini's or two bloody mary's.

10. Zeugma

4.9

Exceptional(1493)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Montclair

Booked 44 times today

**Only Fridays and Saturdays ( Only Adults ) We do not accommodate kids after 5pm**We don't guarantee the location of the table, but we try our best to accommodate. We gladly hold the table for 15 minutes grace period.** Outdoor sitting first come first serve.Zeugma Grill offers a distinct menu for its customers that is sure to please the palate. The Mediterranean fusion and modern menu includes mezzes, special entrees, salads, desserts and much more. Try our fresh made and our creations BEET FALAFEL, MANTI(Handmade Mushroom dumpling). Domenico winery also sells their California wines out our restaurant so no need to stop on your way for a bottle. We look forward to serving you. Mediterranean inspired cuisine mixed with all Mediterranean Cities Flavorful herbs and spices combine textures to appease broad-based palates.Our r attentive staff ensures that your entire dining experience at ZEUGMA is stellar from beginning to end.

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LaTascha
New York City •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I love this restaurant. It is perfect for a business meal or date night. The food is always delicious and service superb.
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.8
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Hector
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service and food were great and we will definitely go back.
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Matisse 167Price: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Rutherford
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4.8
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Ricardo
New York City •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Had a great time with my family. Nicole S was very attentive and helped us navigate the menu with ease. We had the traditional calamari, a kids menu cheeseburger, the garlic bread cheese steak and a chicken sandwich. Everything came out quickly and was delicious. The drinks we had were the same. If in the area again, we would definitely come back.
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Biggie'sPrice: Moderate• American• Carlstadt
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4.9
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Marisol
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Feb 15, 2025
I had a lovely Valentines Day dinner and it was everything I hoped for. The place was set up very cute and romantic. The live piano music was the perfect touch and the service was excellent! Food was delicious!
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Ivy Inn Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• American• Hackensack
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4.7
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Ishaiah
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jan 18, 2025
Nothing but amazing, been here 3 times and the service,food and drinks are always fantastic!
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Tio Taco + Tequila - CliftonPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Clifton
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4.7

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