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BEST DINER (TIE) Matthew’s Diner 4 FRANKLIN TURNPIKE, WALDWICK, (201) 447-1411 MATTHEWSDINER.COM The Ridge Diner 125 KINDERKAMACK ROAD, PARK RIDGE, (201) 391-391-4242, RIDGEDINER.COM There is something unmistakable about a classic Jersey diner and these two have been swapping and sharing the top spot in the poll for years. Both can boast endless menus and equally endless ranks of loyal fans and for good reason – they serve up their traditional diner fare with a smile, great taste and excellent services. Keep on keepin’ on you two! “The TGI Fridays on Route 17 holds a place near and dear to my heart. They sold me my first legal drink.” RAMAPO COLLEGE ALUMNA GRACE HELBIG, YOUTUBE AND E! TELEVISION PERSONALITY 20 2016 EDITION | (201) BEST OF BERGEN GUIDE “I’m a big fan of Café Angelique. Their gogo green juice and soy lattes keep me going. Plus, they might have the nicest baristas on the planet.” TENAFLY’S CATE HOLAHAN, AUTHOR OF DARK TURNS MATTHEW’S: GREG PALLANTE; RIDGE DINER: CHRIS MARKSBURY; HOLAHAN: COURTESY OF MARTIN BENTSEN; HELBIG: COURTESY OF E! (C) 2014 E! ENTERTAINMENT TELEVISION LLC Casual Dining