The 46 Lounge
The 46 Lounge combines American and European cuisine with contemporary-chic decor. This trendy restaurant is lit in an amber hue, which gives it a chic ambiance. The menu is ever-changing, but a few featured dishes are the Hangar Steak in Chimichurri Sauce and the Penne Vodka with Grilled Chicken. The bar offers a wide range of beers, mixed drinks and wines, and the restaurant converts to a dance floor during the weekend. Patrons can also choose to sit outside in the tropically-themed patio. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week and most holidays.
46 Lounge
300 U.S. 46
Totowa, NJ 07513
(973) 890-9699
46lounge.com
Porcini
Porcini is an elegant Northern Italian restaurant located north of the Fern River. The interior design is traditional fine dining, with linen place settings and Old World antique decorations. The menu is short, but each dish is carefully prepared and presented. Featured dishes include the Giuseppe Tilapia, served with New Zealand mussels and the Paolina Scallopini, stuffed with Prosciutto, Fontina Cheese and Mozzarella. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own wine, as the restaurant only offers cappuccino and soft drinks. It is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner. The Passaic County Golf Course is about a mile away.
Porcini
400 Minnisink Road
Totowa, NJ 07513
(973) 256-8500
Porcinirestaurants.com
Nicola's Ristorante
Nicola's Ristorante is located northwest of the Fern River and across the street from Monarch Pools and Spas. The menu draws heavily from southern Italian cuisine. Featured dishes include the Orechiette alla Maria, Wild Mushroom Ravioli and Salmon Savoy. The ambiance is casual and the restaurant's decor is best described as Old World elegant. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own alcohol. The restaurant serves lunch and dinner, seven days a week. The Passaic County Golf Course is within two miles.
Nicola's Ristorante
650 Union Boulevard
Totowa, NJ 07513
(973) 653-3636
Nicolasristorante.net
Article Written By John Yargo
John Yargo is a sports writer, living in Orlando, Fla. His work regularly appears in the "Jackson Free Press," and he has published articles on theater, fiction and art history. He has also received a master's degree in English.
