E & V Ristorante
Named one of America's top 100 Italian restaurants in the 2008 Zagat Survey, E & V Ristorante also offers a variety of seafood specialties in a casual, family-oriented dining atmosphere. The family owners have been running the place since 1967. Try the rigatoni in vodka sauce, which comes with peas and baby shrimp. Seafood lovers won't want to leave without sampling the clam soup, which is served over linguine pasta. The large dessert menu contains numerous pies and cakes, as well as chocolate fudge and home made tiramisu.
E & V Ristorante
320 Chamberlain Ave
Paterson, N.J. 07503
(973) 942-4664
evrestaurant.com
The Wild Bull
Owned and operated by a Paterson native, the Wild Bull takes on a Wild West theme that makes it an instant favorite for family visitors to the area. The façade is designed like an old western saloon, while inside, the friendly waiters serve up classical American fare in a casual atmosphere. Steaks are always good here, as are the ribs. Vegetarians have a lot of large salad plates to choose from, such as the one with marinated roasted zucchini, squash and peppers mixed with ripe Manchego cheese.
The Wild Bull
256 Buffalo Ave.
Paterson, N.J. 07503
(973) 742-6600
thewildbullsteakhouse.com
Al-Basha Restaurant
Yaser Basha founded Al-Basha Restaurant in 2002 after many years in the local restaurant business. Named one of the 114 best restaurants in the state by New Jersey Magazine in 2005, Al-Basha offers Middle Eastern cuisine in a casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Al-Basha has an extensive list of appetizers on the menu, consisting of many Middle Eastern favorites, like hummus and cucumber & yogurt salad. Meat platters range in price from $8.99 to $24.99; they also offer a variety of sandwiches and kebabs for much less. Kids are well taken care of, albeit with less exotic menu options, such as hamburgers and chicken nuggets.
Al-Basha Restaurant
1076 Main Street
Paterson, NJ 07503
(973) 345-3700
albashanj.com
