It’s hard to believe this is the sixth time we’ve compiled our most anticipated list for the coming year. With so many places set to open, who knows what’s in store for next year? Lots of restaurants are supposedly (things can always change) in the works ― here are a few we are looking forward to checking out in 2020…

The Craftsman in Fair Lawn — Restaurant from Manhattan will serve crafted cocktails, rotating craft beers and a menu of small plates and healthy eats. (Read Original Story)

Cap Diner in Hackensack — Farm-to-table diner using locally-sourced and farm fresh foods. (Read Original Story)

Reilly’s Rib Cage in Hillsdale — Rebirth of popular Bergenfield BBQ restaurant replacing the shuttered Starbucks location on Broadway. (Read Original Story)

Rumba Cubana in Rochelle Park — Cuban restaurant and lounge mini chain Rumba Cubana (Guttenberg, North Bergen, Clifton, Jersey City) comes to Bergen County. (Read Original Story)

First Watch in Paramus or Montvale — It’s billed as a “daytime cafe”. And the menu looks like they’re doing something a bit different than your typical diner. Whichever location opens first. (Read Original Story)

Munchies Food Hall in East Rutherford – The American Dream mall actually opened. Now we wait for the food… and 38,000 square feet from the VICE brand is something that piques our curiosity for sure. (Read Original Story)