NJ.com has shared their list of New Jersey’s 31 best waterfront restaurants for summer 2025 (Read Full List) — this annual list was first published back in 2024.

As the article notes, “dining al fresco is one of the best ways to savor those precious months of beautiful weather,” especially when paired with waterfront views.

From breezy patios to open-air decks, the list celebrates locations across the state where cuisine meets scenery.

As a note, the specific system used to determine this best of article wasn’t shared with readers.

Of the 31 eateries featured this year, only one is located in Bergen County — Taverna Veranda in Edgewater.

Opened in 2024, it was recognized for its Greek-Mediterranean menu playfully named cocktails and expansive terrace overlooking the Hudson River.

Taverna Veranda
725 River Road
Edgewater, NJ
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