Edgewater is one of New Jersey's most underrated towns - located only a few miles from New York City, with stunning waterfront views and an international dining scene that makes it well worth the drive. It's popular with both locals, and those in town visiting New York and looking for a more affordable place to stay in the area. With all these guests, it's no surprise that the dining scene is growing fast - and it just got a huge new arrival in Bonita by the River, a European bistro in New Jersey. Located in a new apartment building called The Metropolitan, this clubby restaurant fuses Italian, Greek, and Spanish cuisines into a celebration of everything Mediterranean. The food is excellent, the atmosphere is unforgettable, and a night here will transport you across the Atlantic.
Bonita by the River only opened in June, but this European-style bistro has already gained a big fanbase in Edgewater.
The al fresco dining is popular during warm months, but inside you'll find a bustling and club-like environment reminiscent of a chic French hotspot.
The menu has something for everyone, including French, Greek, Italian, and Spanish-inspired dishes.
However, if you really want to taste this place at its best, go for some of the seafood dishes.
The simply prepared dishes like blackened swordfish taste as fresh as they should for a place feet from the water.
For the ultimate experience, order the massive paella - loaded with every kind of seafood you could hope for.
After a meal like that, save room for dessert - there are both American-style and European-style classics here.
And it wouldn't be a European-style dinner without a healthy selection of spirits - for any drink you could dream of.
Have you dined at Bonita by the River in Edgewater? Tell us what you enjoyed at this European bistro in New Jersey in the comments section! This new restaurant keeps a low profile online, but the Bonita by the River Instagram page has some amazing images of the latest special. While you're in Edgewater, continue to explore the culinary scene by visiting Mitsuwa, a massive Japanese marketplace. If you're looking for a place to stay, Homewood Suites by Hilton Edgewater is right across the street from Bonita by the Water and is ideal for larger groups.
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