Tripadvisor recently came out with its 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards, and one New Jersey restaurant made an appearance in two separate categories. Those categories were the Hidden Gems and Vegan & Vegetarian lists, which makes this place stand out among the nation’s top-rated restaurants. These annual awards go to restaurants that have consistently earned top ratings from guest reviews over the past year. So for anyone searching for their next meal, this North Jersey restaurant might be worth the try.
Pancetta Kitchen & Wine Bar
Pancetta Kitchen & Wine Bar in Teaneck, NJ is a restaurant that really surprises you. Even though it’s inside the Teaneck Marriott at Glenpointe, it doesn’t feel like a typical hotel spot. They serve modern Italian dishes and American classics that are all made with quality ingredients. Their menu is allergy-friendly, with plenty of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, which helped it earn its spot in the Vegan & Vegetarian category.
The wine bar offers a great selection of regional Italian wines, craft beers, and shareable plates like cheeses and appetizers. Their portions are big, and the plating is pretty, perfect for that food selfie! The staff here are nice and attentive and often get praised in guest reviews. People rave about the consistently good food for both breakfast and dinner, and many admit they didn’t expect to find a restaurant this good in a hotel.
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