The borough's densest dining cluster, with Filipino, Mexican, Latin, pub, pizza and quick-service options within the central business district.
Bergen County · Washington Avenue & Diverse Neighborhood Dining
Bergenfield Food & Drink
Bergenfield has one of the more varied dining scenes among Bergen County's mid-sized boroughs. Washington Avenue and nearby side streets support Filipino, Mexican and Latin American food, Korean dishes, kosher deli, Italian and pizza, diners, cafés, bakeries, desserts and neighborhood pub fare.
The directory below is intentionally current and curated, with dietary badges added only where recent menu or restaurant information supports them.
Where Bergenfield eats
Cafés, bakeries and neighborhood services extend north of the central core.
Side streets around downtown add pizzerias and Filipino-American dining close to Washington Avenue.
Diner, kosher deli, Korean, dessert and specialty food options extend toward the southern borough boundary.
Smaller food businesses outside Washington Avenue add variety without creating separate shopping-center districts.
Many central restaurants sit within a relatively compact Washington Avenue area served by multiple NJ Transit bus routes.
Current Food & Drink Directory
17 listings
Category
Area
Dietary option
American & PubDowntown / S Washington
Tommy Fox's Public House
Neighborhood Irish-American pub serving burgers, sandwiches, entrées and drinks.
32 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
FilipinoDowntown / S Washington
Bamboo Grill
Filipino restaurant serving familiar grilled dishes, rice plates and traditional specialties.
54 S Washington Ave A, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
MexicanDowntown / S Washington
Chapala Grill
Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurant serving tacos, burritos, fajitas and combination plates.
52 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Latin AmericanDowntown / S Washington
Empanada Mania
Casual Latin American spot specializing in empanadas and quick-service savory snacks.
62 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Pizza & ItalianMain & Church
Culto Italiano Pizzeria
Italian pizzeria focused on Neapolitan-style pies and casual Italian dishes.
49 W Church St, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Pizza & ItalianMain & Church
Nick's Pizza & Pasta
Neighborhood pizzeria serving pies, pasta, sandwiches and Italian-American favorites.
44 W Main St, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
FilipinoMain & Church
Turon King
Filipino-American diner serving breakfast, rice plates and traditional Filipino comfort food.
13 W Main St, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Kosher DeliSouth Washington
Foster Village Kosher Delicatessen
Established kosher delicatessen serving traditional deli sandwiches, soups and prepared foods.
469 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Mexican & LatinDowntown / S WashingtonGF
La Candelaria
Mexican and Latin American restaurant with current menu guidance identifying vegetarian and gluten-free options.
73 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
KoreanSouth Washington
KBBQ Cupbob
Korean BBQ bowls, fried chicken, kimbap, boba and quick-service Korean comfort food.
374 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Diner & BreakfastSouth WashingtonGF
Brownstone Diner & Pancake Company
Full-service diner known for pancakes, breakfast, lunch, dinner and broad diner-style menus.
430 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Dessert & Ice CreamSouth WashingtonGFDF
Francy's Artisanal Ice Cream
Filipino-inspired artisanal ice cream with rotating specialty flavors and current gluten-free and vegan options.
461 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Coffee & BreakfastNorth Washington
Running Latte Cafe
Neighborhood café serving coffee, espresso, breakfast and light café fare.
189 N Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Bakery & SweetsNorth Washington
The Bakery
Local bakery offering breads, pastries, cakes and other baked goods.
99 N Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Dessert & Ice CreamSouth Washington
Sweet Swirl
Dessert shop serving ice cream, crepes, waffles and sweet treats.
374 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Healthy MexicanNeighborhood / BedfordGFDF
Fiesta Healthy Mexican Grill
Mexican-inspired fast casual spot with smoothies and menu items identified as vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
4 Bedford Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
Latin & LoungeDowntown / S Washington
Republic 23 Lounge
Latin-influenced lounge and restaurant serving tacos, wings, drinks and late-day casual fare.
87 S Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ 07621
GF & DF dietary guidance
Badges are conservative and based on current menu or restaurant information. They identify options, not an allergen-free kitchen.
GF · Gluten-Free / Gluten-Friendly Options
Current menu or restaurant information supports at least one gluten-free or gluten-friendly choice or accommodation.
DF · Dairy-Free Options
Current menu information supports at least one dairy-free or vegan choice that does not use dairy ingredients.
Allergy & cross-contact cautionGF and DF badges do not mean celiac-safe, allergy-safe or free from cross-contact. Shared fryers, ovens, grills, prep surfaces, utensils, blenders and storage areas may be used. If avoiding an ingredient for medical reasons, contact the restaurant directly and explain the allergy or sensitivity before ordering.
What stands out about Bergenfield dining
Bergenfield's Filipino community is reflected in several restaurants and specialty dishes around downtown and Main Street.
Mexican, empanadas, tacos and Latin-influenced restaurants give South Washington Avenue a particularly varied quick-service and casual dining mix.
South Washington Avenue broadens the mix with an established kosher deli and Korean BBQ-style fare.
Traditional diner service, pancakes and breakfast remain part of the borough's everyday dining culture.
Cafés, a local bakery, artisanal ice cream and dessert shops provide options beyond full-service restaurants.
A small but meaningful group of businesses currently identifies gluten-free, vegan or lactose-free options.
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Advertising & Enhanced ListingsRestaurant information was reviewed in September 2026. Menus, hours, ownership, prices and dietary procedures can change without notice. Call ahead when a visit or dietary need depends on specific current information.