Readers ’ Choice Awards 2017
FAVORITE CHINESE TAKE-OUT RESTAURANT
China Kitchen
1204 PREAKNESS AVE ., WAYNE ( 973 ) 696-5655
There are some nights when only great Chinese takeout will do and China Kitchen is ready to please . Whether it ’ s just some egg rolls and wonton soup that you crave or the works from apps to sesame chicken and lo mein , this popular takeout restauranthas you covered .
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DOUBLE AI ASIAN BISTRO AND SUSHI BAR
107 TERHUNE DRIVE , WAYNE ( 973 ) 616-5757 , DOUBLE-AI . COM
Readersagree that there simplycannot be toomany great Chinesetakeout restaurantsand this quartet of popular eateries show you why . Double Ai Asian Bistro and Sushi Bar serves Chinese as well as Japanese and Thai . Chinatown offers classic Chinese fare with healthy , steamed varieties . Happy Panda offers online specials like free dumplings or General Tso ’ s chicken with takeout orders . Tommy Cheng ’ s also offers Chinese specialties like Hunan Duck , seafood pan-fried noodles and twin lobsters with fried garlic . Try them all !
FAVORITE BURGER JOINT
Five Guys
1610 ROUTE23NORTH , WAYNE ( 973 ) 633-0055 , FIVEGUYS . COM
Aburgerdoesn ’ thavetobefancytobethe best andthe owners of the popular Five Guys chain have developed the perfect menu to fit the bill . Classic burgers , cheeseburgers and hot dogs are available with plenty of toppings and crispy fries and yummy shakes to accompany .
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SUNSET PUB AND GRILL 425 BEAVER BROOK ROAD , LINCOLN PARK ( 973 ) 694-8700 , SUNSETPUBANDGRILL . COM
You can build your own burger at Sunset Pub and Grill with beef , turkey or veggie patties . Pile the toppings high and pair it with fries or onion rings for some delicious pub grub .
MOST KID-FRIENDLY RESTAURANT
Outback Steakhouse
191 BERDAN AVE ., WAYNE ( 973 ) 305-8383 , OUTBACK . COM
Famous for thejuicy steaks nationwide , readers flock to Outback Steakhouse for family dinners . Generous portions and friendly service make it the perfect place for aspur of the moment outing .
CHINATOWN 11 PREAKNESS SHOPPINGCENTER , WAYNE ( 973 ) 628-6343 , CHINATOWNWAYNENJ . COM
HAPPY PANDA 209BERDANAVE ., WAYNE ( 973 ) 694-0828 , HAPPYPANDACHINESE . COM
TOMMY CHENG ’ S ASIAN CUISINE 1810 ROUTE 23 NORTH , WAYNE ( 973 ) 628-6886 , TOMMYCHENGSASIAN . COM
FAVORITE STEAKHOUSE
Wayne Steakhouse
2230HAMBURGTURNPIKE , WAYNE ( 973 ) 616-0047
Top cuts of prime dry-aged beef are what you ’ ll find on the menu of this classic steakhouse . Start with a salad of beefsteak tomatoes with fresh mozzarella and then treat yourself , and perhaps a friend , to a 16-ounce filet mignon with sautéed onions and a jumbo mashed potato . But please leave room for dessert !
FAVORITE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT
Vila Verde
120 TERHUNE DRIVE , WAYNE ( 973 ) 616-0999 , VILAVERDERESTAURANT . COM
If fresh seafood and fish is whatyou crave , maybe prepared with traditional Spanish and Portuguese recipes , then Vila Verde is the perfect destination . Classic dishes like paella with shrimp , scallops , clams , mussels and lobster will makeyour mouthwater . Or perhapstry the espedata Vila Verde , a shish kebob of shrimp and scallops wrapped in bacon . Pair these dishes with the housesangria and you ’ ll see why readers choose this popular restaurant for its superior seafood fare .
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NOVELLI 2410HAMBURGTURNPIKE , WAYNE ( 973 ) 835-3585 , NOVELLIS-RESTAURANT . COM
At Novelli , feast on South African lobster tails or walnut crusted , pan-seared salmon served over sautéed spinach and Amaretto sauce . If you ’ re a shrimp lover , don ’ t miss the egg-battered shrimp with garlic and scallions in light cognac sauce .
CHINA KITCHEN : ANNE-MARIE CARUSO ; FIVE GUYS : DON SMITH ; OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE : ANNE-MARIE CARUSO ; WAYNE STEAKHOUSE : GREG PALLANTE ; VILA VERDE : TED AXELROD
24 SPRING 2017 WAYNE MAGAZINE