Restaurants in Short Hills, New Jersey

Restaurants in Short Hills, New Jersey
Walk, bike or drive to South Mountain Reservation. It spans 2,047.14 acres and sits less than two miles away from Short Hills, N.J., between ridges of the Watchung Mountain Range. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate this statement by the Essex County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs about the reservation: "It's been preserved primarily in its wild state. Woodlands abound in a variety of hardwood trees, and tall hemlocks tower above streams, creeks and ponds."

After your romp in the reservation, stop in at a locally owned restaurant in Short Hills.

Khun Thai

Not your average Thai restaurant, Khun Thai offers traditional and fusion dishes. The chef finds inspiration from seasonal ingredients and marries Thai spices and cooking methods with flavors from around the world. A sample three-course meal that features creative non-traditional Thai cuisine might start with the golden curry puff appetizer and the crispy duck salad, followed by crystal shrimp with roasted almonds. Khun Thai serves lunch Tuesday through Friday from noon to 2:45 p.m. Eat dinner Tuesday through Thursday from 5 to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 5 to 11 p.m.; and Sunday from 4 to 9:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended; BYOB.

Khun Thai
504 Millburn Ave.
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 258-0587
khunthainj.com

Enzzo's Trattoria

Enzzo's Trattoria offers "fine dining in a casual atmosphere" at its family-owned restaurant in Short Hills. This longtime favorite spot for local residents offers classic Italian cuisine like eggplant parmesan and chicken piccata. Dress casual and expect warm and friendly service. Enzzo's Trattoria serves lunch and dinner to hungry diners Tuesday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.; and Sunday from 4 to 9:30 p.m.

Enzzo's Trattoria
514 Millburn Ave.
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 379-7111
enzzos.com

Johnny's on the Green at Short Hills

Johnny's on the Green offers fine dining, big-screen televisions and live entertainment featuring local musical talent with a penchant for oldies, jazz and R&B. Billing itself as place for all seasons, dine al fresco when the weather permits and warm yourself by the crackling fireplace when it snows. The menu shows a strong influence from Italy with dishes like fritte calamari, Build your own favorite pasta dish and pollo piccata. Johnny's on the Green opens Tuesday through Saturday from noon to midnight and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m. Live music is played Thursday, Friday and Saturday night.

Johnny's on the Green at Short Hills
440 Parsonage Hill Road
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 467-8882
johnnysonthegreen.com

Article Written By Victoria Weinblatt

Victoria Weinblatt began writing articles in 2007 with articles published on LIVESTRONG.COM, the Daily Puppy, eHow and other Web sites. She is a licensed massage therapist and real estate agent as well as a certified yoga instructor and English teacher. She received her degree in natural resources from Michigan State University.

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