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Allendale Bar & Grill
Categories: Restaurants American (Traditional) Nightlife Bars Pubs American (Traditional), Pubs [Edit]
67 W Allendale AveAllendale, NJ 07401
(201) 327-3197
- Hours:
Mon-Sat 11:30 am - 2 am
Sun 11 am - 2 am
- Delivery:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Street
- Attire:
- Casual
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- Yes
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Take-out:
- Yes
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Wi-Fi:
- Free
- Good For:
- Lunch, Dinner
- Music:
- Juke Box
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Sun, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Caters:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
38 reviews for Allendale Bar & Grill
Review Highlights
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"...a Tuesday special burger w/ sweet potato fries and man that..." In 3 reviews -
"and great burgers and sandwiches." In 3 reviews -
"Popcorn before the meal was an added bonus." In 4 reviews
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38 reviews in English
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Review from Annie F.
Manhattan, NY
12/30/2011
This is review is based on the excellent service we received. The owner/manager (?) Chris is a real gem. We called in advance to see if they would be playing a specific football game with sound, and they agreed to do it. When we got to the bar, they put the tv on with sound as promised. Even after a couple of middle aged jersey shore rejects complained about the volume, Chris made sure we were comfortable and that the volume was turned up after they left. As far as the food goes, we had appetizers and shared a taco salad. The salad was GREAT! It's rare you find a bar that serves grilled chicken that doesn't have a slight game-y taste to it, so they also get props for that.
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Review from Mick L.
Not My Kind Of Place Pricey Drinks
Stopped in for a quick beer and shot, $12 not sure why it's so expensive but I think for the atmosphere and divey nature of this place it would have been considerably cheaper. The menu looked decent but due to the look and feel of this run down establishment I would take a pass.
Kind of like a old man bar, that uses cheep call liquors with a very limited selection of the good stuff. Bartender was nice but the place was cold and dark even on a beautiful day, very depressing and gloomy with uncomfortable seating.
PassListed in: Bars / Gastropubs
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Review from Nicole S.
Weehawken, NJ
2/26/2012
the AB & G will always hold a place in my heart. my friends all worked there throughout high school, and this is the local bar everyone goes to when they are back in town for the holidays or whatever else..tear.
as for the food, pretty standard bar options, although the buffalo calamari is awesome and worth going for! i've had salads, veggie burgers, wraps all decent but nothing worth really describing.
it's a good place to grab a quick bite or if you want to watch a game. they have a huge projection screen and a bunch of other small tv's too. service is always good so no complaints there either. -
Review from J W.
Hoboken, NJ
1/15/2012
3 Stars...the third is for the buffalo calamari.
Honestly, every time I go here (3-4 times now) I go in with optimism but I am ALWAYS disappointed...Salad I had here--disappointing...burger I had last night---VERY disappointing--overcooked, burnt, served without any pickles, onions, tomatoes, or lettuce? Come on man, if this place is "known for its burgers" I was expecting A REAL BURGER with all the accoutrements and cooked to order.....no luck.
I don't know what else to try here, but frankly, I have never been blown away. The reviews on here are so favorable, and I really can not understand why.
Next time, if there is a next time, I might just stick to the wings. -
Review from Jason D.
Brooklyn, NY
12/14/2011
Not bad, some vegetarian options, bit noisy.
Good service and reasonable prices, but not a wide selection of beers on tap.
A few big screens cater to the sports fan. -
Review from Stephen Z.
Elmwood Park, NJ
2/7/2012 3 Check-ins Here
I have never dine in here before but I did have quite of bit of take out from here and overall the food is good and I definitely do recommend their clam chowder which is just full of flavor. I definitely recommend giving this place a try if your in the area if not its not really worth the trip.
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Review from Jess R.
It's still a great place, but I must update.
Went here tonight with a few friends, and I must admit something- the burgers and turkey burgers are awesome, but the pasta dishes are not. They said it was rigatoni, and it wasn't, and the sauce was runny, and I was not a fan. Otherwise, everything was good, but stick with what is good, and what people recommend. Do not stray. Do not go to pasta.Listed in: Date Night, Burger Joints of Note
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2/18/2011
This place is great. They have delicious burgers and options to personalize them. Yummy French… Read more »
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Review from Zenon M.
Rochelle Park, NJ
12/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
Pretty solid local ale house. Good food decent beer selection.
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Review from Justin A.
Monsey, NY
5/10/2011 1 Check-in Here
So, they best part about this place was the fact that I saw Sirius Satallite radio personality Scott Ferrell here. I know, you are saying... "who the fuck is Scott Ferrell?" If you listen to the Howard Stern Channels, you know. Otherwise, don't worry about it.
Wonder why I just went off on a tangent about some radio guy? B/c that was about the only thing good here. The place was EXTREMELY overcrowded and loud. I had to wait about an hour to be seated and when I was finally seated, I had people standing all around me waiting for their own tables. I don't know about you but I would prefer not to have some random drunk shithead's ass in my face while I eat crappy buffalo wings. -
Review from Steven P.
Upper Saddle River, NJ
3/3/2012
Huge local favorite. Very good wings, and decent burgers. They should offer thin crust pizza too. Incredibly crowded almost all the time, and for good reason, given the prices. The restaurant is bigger than Nellies down the road, so if you can't get in there, worth trying AB&G.
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Review from Andrew G.
Union, NJ
1/31/2011
AB+G is a great place to go for a Friday night/Saturday night casual dinner. It's a pretty big place, with a good-sized bar and eating area directly behind. I went there on a Saturday night with 3 other people for dinner, and the wait was EXTREME (45 minutes). Luckily, someone else's party left and we were able to swoop in.
The bar had a good vibe and had some good beers on tap. The vibe was loud and it's a fun place to go to. Service was excellent, and the food was VERY good. I ordered the Buffalo Chicken Wrap with Nachos for appetizer (with Chicken). The nachos were HUGE, and we all ate it up CLEAN. DONE. FINITO.
The Buffalo Chicken Wrap was delicious, among the best I've tried in my life. Nice kick to it, soft chicken, great size, and steak fries on the side.
AB+G is a fun place to hit up for a nice, casual weekend dinner if you want a laid-back, fun feel. -
Review from Jenni M.
Huntington Woods, MI
11/19/2010 1 Check-in Here
This has been one of my favorite places for 40 years. The food is consistently great, and there is a wide variety of things to eat. They are flexible and accommodating with the menu. Great burgers, steaks; I've always loved the fried shrimp. The waitstaff has always been helpful and friendly.
I'll also add that tonight they sat my disabled mother immediately without being asked, even though they had to give up a 6-top to a party of 2. That's the sort of place it is. -
Review from Brendan M.
Tappan, NY
2/17/2012
A good restaurant that has consistently proven themselves by offering quick service and good quality pub food. The Guinness was good, too. I just can't bring myself to give this pub five stars. I think I'd have to get a back massage or something for that, but trust me, this pub is a solid choice if you set your expectations at a realistic level.
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Review from Jaime M.
This place is a decent bar with a very local older crowd. The food is better than average pub food with some hits and more misses in my opinion. They pour a decent pint, and the free popcorn is a nice touch.
Bartenders are friendly, wait staff is attentive. -
Review from Meghan M.
9/17/2009
Disclaimer...I've only been to ABG once and only for lunch (no booze) so this review is likely somewhat different than the others.
Allendale Bar and Grill is a pub. They have pub food. It's good pub food. I ordered a caesar salad with grilled shrimp and it was quite good. I thought the ambiance was so-so...Kind of cold and dark but I think that was my feeling mostly because it was a beautiful sunny day out when I was there. The service was friendly and speedy and my soda was refilled without me asking. The prices were decent for what you get. I'll definitely be back but I think next time I'll be having a beer... -
Review from Chris W.
Ramsey, NJ
2/8/2010 3 Check-ins Here
Friendly service, tasty food, good sweet potato fries, great bar in old original building - what more could I ask for? Nothing. I'm here with my family (including 2 little ones) once a week. The kids are nuts about the popcorn machine and always split the ubiquitous kids' pasta. I love the grilled chicken sammy, and hubby usually does a salad.
With Chef Pierre and crew manning the kitchen, I'd really love to see some Caribbean dishes on the huge nightly specials page, but I really can't complain.
So glad to have a neighborhood pub like this nearby. -
Review from Matt- F.
Fair Lawn, NJ
11/10/2008
Great atmosphere;
Buffalo shrimp and buffalo chicken wrap are both outstanding!!!!
Been going for years and I am glad I went back! -
Review from Chad G.
San Francisco, CA
2/8/2009
Where do I begin--
My mother moved to Allendale a few years ago, and I was newly out of college. Within walking distance was, you guessed it, the AB &G. This place is a great townie bar, usually empty, but normally with three or four townie people sipping beers into the later hours.
Food wise is where I've lost stars. A ton of people seem to think it's good, and it is passable in my opinion, just bland-ish. But, in all serious, I'm not a huge fan of fried pub fare, but i've found it even with their healthier dishes.
My recommendation? Never skip the pub. This just isn't the best one I've ever been to. -
Review from anne z.
Saddle River, NJ
8/14/2009
Good food and reasonable prices.
This local restaurant has been consistenly good for years.
Not a fancy place, just a casual atmosphere, with friendly service.
Great burgers and build your own salad are my favorites.
Lunch or dinner you wont be disappointed. -
Review from Caleb P.
Brooklyn, NY
3/11/2010
I am a very big fan of simple food. Food without an ego, food for common folk such as myself. I like it when I read something off the menu and say to myself, "Ah, yes. That sounds good " -- never seen it before, don't know why I want it, but I want it anyway. When a place can turn the humble sandwich, take it a step further and turn it into a fulfilling dinner, it wins in my book. And besides, they have such a catchy acronym as well, AB&G.
Nice wait staff, speedy service, simple, straight-forward and affordable menu. If I'm around town, I'll definitely stop by again. -
Review from Bill P.
Pompano Beach, FL
8/21/2011 1 Check-in Here
Bald male bartender was too busy to ask if I wanted a second drink....never be back..he actually walked over in front of me three times to watch the tv next me and didn't even look our way....too bad probably would have been back for dinner and drinks again
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Review from Tim R.
Updated - 1/30/2010
The first time I've visited outside of the Oktoberfest celebrations, I was a little underwhelmed. A huge menu, but nothing on it sounded special. In my opinion, paring down the menu from 70/80 to 20/30 items, and being more descriptive would be an improvement. Even the specials of the day fill another sheet of paper. If you have 20 specials, how can they all be special? Still, the place has a great atmosphere.
I had fish and chips: the fish was beautiful, fresh, and tender, but the batter was not crispy/crunchy, but soft & spongey. The chips (actually, small potato wedges) were good, and well-seasoned.1 Previous Review: Show all »
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10/16/2008
Best pub I've been to on this side of the Atlantic. Loads of atmosphere, friendly staff (always a… Read more »
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Review from Ryan W.
Kenai, AK
8/9/2011
We love ABG. The manager Nick is Awesome and Bob and Ron are pieces of work. Chef Pierre consistently delivers and the specials menu is always changing. Great food and a great pub. Highly Recco!!!
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Review from Donna C.
Ramsey, NJ
10/8/2008
Just two words: buffalo shrimp!
I've never had a bad meal (or a bad time) here. -
Review from Megan M.
Glen Rock, NJ
1/30/2011
I grew up in Allendale, and I've been going to the AB&G for the last 30 years. It's the perfect neighborhood restaurant - solid food, vibrant atmosphere, friendly staff and a great bar. We used to go to the AB&G after all of our Americans soccer games, and I plan to continue the tradition with my children.
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Review from David T.
Bloomfield, NJ
7/18/2010 1 Check-in Here
Great food and service but not recommended for groups or people trying to avoid children. Do not be fooled just because there is the word "Bar" in the title this is a very family friendly establishment.
This is great if you have kids, not great if you don't like kids.
I made reservations for a party of 10 about two to three weeks in advanced. I asked them for a room with some privacy for my party. We were placed in a small area that didn't have a fourth wall. If you had to go to the bathroom everyone else had to get up to let you by if you were sat on one side of the table the other side of the table was fine as long as the other tables remain unoccupied.
There were also two more tables in the area we were seated. They tried to seat a group of 4 behind us and that group tried it for about a minute then asked to be moved. Thankfully we came in when they were not that busy so this only happened once. If the place was packed this would have been for everyone.
Back to the children. Most of them were well behaved but as more and more families came in the odds we're we would get one set of bad kids. One family had children that were screaming, throwing food, and jumping out of their chairs.
I like the place the food was great and yes I'd eat there again. But I would take pause before I assumed I could arrange to have a semi-private undisturbed dinner with my friends. -
Review from lisa m.
TWP WASHINGTN, NJ
3/11/2011 2 Check-ins Here
Great family and friendly atmosphere
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Review from Jon L.
11/3/2007
I love this place! Lots of space and homey sort of decor, great food with huge portions, and very very reasonable prices. I mean this is NJ so things are more reasonable in general, but still..awesome. I also have been on a recent kick for sweet potato fries and this place has good ones. and great burgers and sandwiches.
Listed in: Sweet potato fries
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Review from Jason D.
River Edge, NJ
1/22/2011
A Bergen County classic with solid tavern food. They know how to get people in and out happy as well. If you have kids or want to be loud, AB&G will absorb your noise....guaranteed.
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Review from Bermie H.
New York, NY
8/27/2008
I met my wife here for lunch on her bday. She says she comes here all the time with vendors and loves the place. I trust my wife's taste (as should all husbands) and wasn't disappointed. Service was great. I had the Tuesday's special Pasta Du Jour and I say it was gOOd. Served piping hot with angus beef and roasted peppers, mushrooms, and garlic bread. My wife had a Tuesday special burger w/ sweet potato fries and man that was good too. I forget exactly what type of burger it was. If I worked in Allendale, I'd eat here EVERYDAY. Forget eating healthy! I like the tavern feel to the place. There's tons of seating too.
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Review from Danielle I.
Ramsey, NJ
3/2/2009
Love this place. Great french onion soup! All you can pasta on tuesday night is awesome, and trivia night on thursdays is always fun. Cheap, good food, with a nice, friendly atmosphere!
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Review from Kate L.
Hillsdale, NJ
9/14/2009
Not the best pub I've ever been to but reliable atmosphere and cheap bar food. Staff is friendly. Place has been there for years with a big history you can read about after browsing the menu. Must be doing something right, great for local residents.
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Review from Michele B.
Morris Plains, NJ
5/20/2008
Great place for a burger and a beer. The rest of their menu is great too. Can't go wrong with this place. It gets crowded but it's worth it.
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Review from Maria C.
9/9/2010
Decent local bar. The beers and drinks are cheap and the food is good. There is always at least a few people there hanging out no matter what day it is. It is a good place to stop in for drinks.
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Review from Michael M.
Mahwah, NJ
9/8/2011
Let me start off with the positives first. Friendly waitress, free popcorn, nice selection of beers on draft. Now the negatives. The place was a dump. I was there with my parents, sister and her 9 month old, and they brought us out a high chair. The high chair was filthy and needed to be cloroxed. Also the table was sticky and nasty. I literally needed a shower after I left the place. I know it is not a 5 star restaurant, but a little cleaning would help this place out greatly.
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Review from Mel H.
New York, NY
8/10/2011
Came here for dinner- I had a lobster salad on greens. The food was enjoyable and there was good service along with a nice atmosphere. There was a Yankee game on so the place was little loud. Not recommended if you're looking for a quite evening but otherwise I definitely recommend. The place was a little cold inside but nothing too bad. Popcorn before the meal was an added bonus. I will be attending a Sunday brunch here in a few weeks. They offer a nice menu for the brunch but we shall see how the food is. Will review afterward.
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Review from Harry K.
Bergen, NJ
1/21/2010
We have lived in the area for more than 30 years. We try to like this place, only to be disappointed time and again. Yesterday, we gave it our annual visit. We got there early and ordered cheeseburgers and diet Cokes. Thiry five minutes later they finally arrived,nothing special. I had a second Coke, which they charged us for. The tab comes and it is $27+ dollars. I don't get it? Who goes there?
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Review from sara c.
Allendale, NJ
7/28/2010
I love this place. You can not go wrong with anything you order. Grat service too.It gets crowded on a Saturday night but it is worth the wait. Did you know that this was one of Babe Ruths favorite restaurants?
