Restaurants in Irvington, New Jersey

Restaurants in Irvington, New Jersey
A township in New Jersey's Essex County, the urban community of Irvington is close to the hiking and biking West Essex Trails, as well as the grounds of Camp Horizon, where you can hike the scenic Canonball Trail. Within Irvington itself you find Irvington Park, a 24-acre space of open fields and a wading pool, bordered by red oak, mulberry and multiple other species of trees. Additionally, there are plenty of restaurants in town that offer filling options to keep you going.

Cole's Fresh Catch Fish Market

A mix of seafood, soul and Southern dishes, Cole's Fresh Catch Fish Market is home to the "FYRO," which is any fish (or shrimp) available, prepared baked or fried, and accompanied by greens, yellow rice and candied yams. Check out the rotating Catches of the Day, or if you're in the mood to dine in, it even has a case full of freshly caught fish to take home and prepare on your own.


Cole's Fresh Catch Fish Market
590 Chancellor Ave.
Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 416-8600‎
cfcfishmarket.com

Cheng's Garden Chinese Restaurant

With plenty of lunch specials and combination platters, Cheng's Garden Chinese Restaurant offers all the usual favorites like lo mein, kung pao chicken and beef with broccoli. For more than 10 years, this establishment has offered attentive service and generous portions. You'll also find plenty of vegetable-only options, such as mixed vegetables with tofu, if you are a vegetarian.

Cheng's Garden Chinese Restaurant
1183 Springfield Ave.
Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 374-5191‎

Don's Diner

Known for its soul food and great burgers with home fries, Don's Diner has friendly service and a warm atmosphere. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, you can get breakfast anytime with fare like flapjacks, sausages and omelets. Other local favorites on the menu include the salmon croquettes, the full rack of ribs, and the cheese-covered grits. For those seeking a great deal, try the Sunday buffet, which is all-you-can-eat.

Don's Diner
667 Nye Ave.
Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 373-8888‎

Crown Fried Chicken & Pizza

A popular chain, Crown Fried Chicken & Pizza has an extensive menu that is all halal (abides by Muslim food guidelines for preparation). Chicken options include wings, chicken fingers and various chicken combos, like the 3 Piece, which includes wing, breast and thigh pieces, as well as your choice of biscuit or cornbread. Pizza options range from vegetarian selections like Broccoli & Ricotta, to the Meat Lover's. Additionally, there are sandwiches: choose one that is ready-made like egg salad, or customize your own.

Crown Fried Chicken & Pizza
1097 Springfield Avenue
Irvington, NJ 07111
(973) 416-9899‎
crownfriedchicken.com

Article Written By Roseanna Lane

Roseanna Lane published her first poem in 1998, while still an undergrad. She has written a variety of articles for Demand Studios and has published work on both eHow and Travels.com. Lane has a Bachelor of Arts in English from New York University and a Master of Fine Arts in poetry from the University of Michigan.

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