subject: Fine Dining In North Jersey [print this page] There are so many different fine dining opportunities in North Jersey, and the variety of restaurants providing upper class eating experiences is huge. Some of these establishments tend to stand out from the rest, whether its by virtue of the quality of their food or else the simple fact that they are completely unique. Lets look at some of the fancier places to dine in North Jersey, as well as what separates them as a higher class of restaurant.
Fascino is one of the best North Jersey restaurants that bring modern twists to traditional Italian dishes. The dcor, service, and ambiance are all elegant and impeccable, and the whole vibe of the restaurant has a focus on providing excellent service and food. There are a variety of dishes, from hors d'oeuvres available for private parties to vegetarian menu items. The Chefs Tasting Menu includes a five course meal, with a salad, soup, and three main dishes. The food is all presented in a very contemporary style, and the plating and presentation are all top notch. The food is so beautiful that you may mistake it for art, and perhaps the only thing more enjoyable than looking at it is eating it.
Caf Archetypus is not one of your typical North Jersey restaurants. Located in a restored ruin that was unearthed several years ago, the caf provides a frankly very weird, gothic, dark, and almost sepulchral dining experience. The interior is reminiscent partly of a natural cave, and partly of an ancient temple. The food is varied and simple, and tends towards typical caf fare. Pizzas, quesadillas, and wraps are the main items on the menu. However, although the food isnt anything to get too excited about, the ambiance itself provides a very unique experience.
The Manor Restaurant is, simply put, one of the most high quality restaurants in New Jersey. It is stately, elegant, and provides a very high grade of both service and cuisine. That said, guests are expected to behave rather formally, with jackets for men being the reigning policy. The pomp and grandeur is certainly worth it, however, especially for formal events like weddings. The food, of course, is some of the best youll have, with a huge variety of items cooked by some of the best chefs in the area. The food ranges from the very traditional to the completely new.
