Charley Bistro is a standout dining destination in Harrison, New Jersey, bringing together the comfort of a welcoming neighborhood restaurant with the quality and polish guests appreciate in a memorable meal out.
Conveniently located at 202 Angelo Cifelli Dr, NJ 07029, this popular spot has earned an excellent 4.70-star rating from 851 reviews, a strong reflection of the consistently positive experience it delivers.
Whether you are stopping in for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner, Charley Bistro creates the kind of atmosphere that invites guests to relax, enjoy, and return again. Its casual yet trendy feel makes it a natural choice for everything from solo dining to lively meals with family, friends, or colleagues.
What makes Charley Bistro especially appealing is the balance it strikes between comfort, variety, and convenience. Guests can enjoy dine-in service, outdoor seating, takeaway, delivery, on-site service, and counter service, making it easy to fit a great meal into any schedule.
The menu and beverage offerings are equally impressive, with comfort food, healthy options, happy-hour food and drinks, alcohol, beer, cocktails, coffee, and a thoughtful wine list all adding to the experience.
From great coffee and dessert to a great beer selection, great cocktails, and great wine, the restaurant is built to satisfy a wide range of tastes throughout the day. The fast service and inviting fireplace only add to the appeal, creating a warm setting where quality food and efficient service come together seamlessly.
Charley Bistro is also designed with accessibility and guest comfort in mind. Wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating, and restroom facilities help ensure that more guests can dine with ease and confidence. Additional conveniences such as Wi-Fi, free Wi-Fi, gender-neutral toilets, a restroom, and a bar on site further enhance the experience.
For those planning ahead, reservations are accepted, and brunch and dinner reservations are recommended to help secure a preferred time. Payment is simple and flexible, with credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments accepted.
Known for breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner, dessert, and catering, Charley Bistro offers more than just a meal—it offers a dependable, polished, and enjoyable dining experience that makes every visit feel worthwhile.
Popular Items
Frequently ordered and highly recommended items at Charley Bistro
Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
Maple syrup, berries & whipped cream
Avocado, sourdough bread, poached egg, and greens
Two poached eggs, smoked ham or salmon, & hollandaise sauce on English muffin
Two eggs any style, bacon or sausage, roasted fingeling potatoes & sliced avocado
Grass-fed beef patty, cheddar, tomato, pickles, red onion & herb aioli on pretzel bun & French fries
Pickles, herb aioli, pretzel bun, French Fries
Seasonal mushrooms, truffle oil, cheddar cheese, fingerling potatoes on sourdough toast
Bacon, red bell peppers & onions, served with fingerling potatoes and sourdough toast
Arugula, fingerling potatoes, two eggs poached, mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, avocado & lemon vinaigrette
Fresh lobster meat on a pretzel roll, served with coleslaw and French fries
Ahi Tuna, avocado, seasame oil, cilantro microgreens, homemade chips
Four pieces, topped with caviar
Lemon aioli, microgreens, lemon
Grass-fed Wagyu truffled beef patty, aioli, arugula, Gruyère. Served with truffle fries.
Poached eggs in tomato, roasted peppers, garlic, onion, and herbs, served with sourdough bread
Crispy waffle topped with kasnafeh, pistachio paste, fresh srtrawberries, vanilla ice cream, and drizzled chocolate
Crispy buttermilk fried chicken served over a Belgian waffle, finished with maple syrup and hot sauce on a side
Romaine lettuce, parmesan, tomatoes, croutons & caesar dressing
Avocado, wonton strips, shredded cheese, beans, cherry tomato, cilantro, seasame ginger dressing
Robiola, mozzarela, provolone, black truffle purée
Mozzarella, pomodoro sauce, parmesan & basil
pistachio mortadella, creamy burrata, house made pesto, and crushed raw pistachios
Buffalo or Lemon Garlic Sauce with blue cheese dip, carrots & celery
Four pieces, topped with caviar
mini wagyu sausages, puff pastry, dijon mustard & thousand island
lemon aioli & lemon wedges
Gruyere & filone toast
lemon aioli, microgreens, lemon
Ahi Tuna, avocado, seasame oil, cilantro microgreens, homemade chips
Mashed potatoes, white truffle, green onion, dill aioli
Grass-fed beef patty, aioli, carmalized onions, cheddar cheese
Chef's choice
Pickles, spicy aioli on pretzel bun with french fries
Beef patty, cheddar, tomato, pickles, red onion & spicy aioli on pretzel bun
12 oz USDA NY Strip, The Charley Whiskey Peppercorn Sauce, French Fries
Broad bean, spring pea mash, roasted corn, shiitake mushrooms
Braised chicken, peas, carrots served with mashed potatoes & house gravy
Harp Lager battered cod, mushy peas, tartar sauce
Fresh lobster meat on a pretzel roll, served with coleslaw and French fries
Grass-fed Wagyu truffled beef patty, aioli, arugula, Gruyère. Served with truffle fries
Enjoy up to 90 minutes of unlimited mimosas, bellinis, or frose
Vodka, homemade bloody mary mix, tajin salt rim & pickled vegetables
Vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso & cane sugar
Black roast coffee rum, espresso & oat milk
empress gin, lavender syrup, lemon juice & club soda
St German elderflower liqueur, elderflower syrup, lemon juice, champagne brut & club soda
Rose wine, vodka, peach schnapps, triple sec, simple syrup, lemon juice & pomegranate liqueur.
vanilla vodka, lychee, peach, liquor
gin, peach,chai syrup, lime
agave, port wine, amaro, liquor
vanilla vodka, coffee liqueur & cane sugar
mezcal,aperol,lime,agave
Hennessy VS, aperol, passion fruit, lime,prosecco
tequila, lime,watermelon, agave, jalapeno, bitters
Rum,lime,ube syrup, pineapple
Bourbon, bitters, orange
rose wine, vodka,triple sec
Vanilla vodka, lychee, peach, liquor
Gin, honey tumeric, lemon, ginger puree
Tequila, agave, lime, black currant, club soda
Mezcal, guava, lime, agave, bitters
Bourbon, apricot puree, lemon
Rosé wine, vodka, triple sec
Rum, pear puree, Fillett Blanc, elderflower syrup
Tequila, lime, watermelon, agave, jalapeno, bitters
Mezcal, banana oleo, Fernet
Vanilla vodka, espresso, coffee liquor, chocolate bitters
Bourbon, bitters, orange
Warm cake with toffee sauce and vanilla ice cream
Warm apple pie, vanilla ice cream & cinnamon
Teapot cocktail for 2 and your choice of appetizer (pretzel, beef sliders, buffalo wings). Vanilla Vodka, Lychee Purée, Peach Schnapps, Italicus, Club Soda
Teapot cocktail for 2 and your choice of appetizer (pretzel, beef sliders, buffalo wings). Mezcal, Aperol, Lime, Agave, Grapefruit Soda
Teapot cocktail for 2 and your choice of appetizer (pretzel, beef sliders, buffalo wings). Gin, Peach Purée, Chai Syrup, Lime
Chasing Venus
Defaix Domaine
Di Leonard
Roger Naudet
Castello Di Bossi
Inscription
Decoy
Six Stack
Studio by Miraval
Chiarli
Col Dorato
Henri Champliau
Non-alcoholic beer
Vodka or Tequila
Hear from our valued guests
Charley is indeed THE neighborhood restaurant. I love this place! The cocktails, the food and the vibe… unmatchable in this area. It’s chic but cozy at the same time, I feel so welcome and so at home here. My newest surprise was the server, Jami, she’s AMAZING! Very attentive, huge smile on her face, such a sweetheart. Thank you so much for this amazing service. Charley is Harrison’s best spot!
What a cozy and fun place to be for brunch! Sam was our waiter and did an excellent job of making sure we had everything we needed and made a great recommendation of the burger. The atmosphere is a mix of mid-century modern and maximalist which is really nice, and will have you looking at the decor in between bites! Now, as far as food goes, everything we had was amazing! We started with the crispy chicken salad which was refreshing and filling. Then we had the Charley burger, which I now highly recommend! We then finished with the chocolate lava cake which was a great finish to our meal! TLDR; Great food & vibes! Excellent service and ambiance!
I'm visiting the area and the French toast was so delicious I had to leave a review! The place is beautifully decorated, the staff is incredibly kind, and my food came out super fast. I really enjoyed my breakfast and absolutely loved everything. I would definitely come back!
Just wow—a flavor-filled sensation! Thank you to the chef and bartender for the incredible experience, and a special shoutout to our wonderful waitress, who was amazing and made the whole evening feel so cozy.
Espresso ☕️ martini 🍸 here is EXCELLENT! Bartender Adrian is an extraordinary mixologist ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ *Edit for update of excellent service* Went back here after I had an excellent experience the first time! Went for happy hour and it did not disappoint at all! Pretzel Bun sliders and loaded fries were really good (especially the sliders). $10 drinks (everything on the menu). I had an espresso Martini 🍸 and it t is by far the best I have had anywhere! Also had a “cold a spiced pomegranate toddy” and it was great! Also (the drinks here are that good I planned on having 1-2 and ended up having 4 lol) had a “Velvet Pear” and it was delightful! I love the decor and intimate cozy atmosphere of the restaurant seating areas and bar. Our server Jayden was stellar and tending graciously to all of our needs and the bartender Adrian was excellent as he was the first time I went (and the reason I went back to check it out a 2nd time around). I have found my new favorite spot officially!! Great drinks, service and food! I will be coming back again very soon!
The restaurant's atmosphere is lovely, I've. never seen another like it. Our waitress Ariana was delightful, very courteous. The music choose was just up my alley, & wasn't too loud
We tried this bistro near the Harrison PATH with a cozy, cabin-style feel and a warm atmosphere. We ordered the Chicken Schnitzel and the Truffle Omelet, and both were quite tasty. The schnitzel, in particular, was quite filling. Our server recommended the Parmesan Truffle Fries, which turned out to be a solid choice. The bistro also offers a good selection of drinks; we went with mimosas, an easy choice for brunch. Overall, it’s a pleasant spot for a relaxed lunch and good conversation.
Always have a great time here. In the summertime, I bring my pup and sit outside. They’re always so sweet and give him water and treats. The cocktails are amazing, the food is great, and their sticky toffee date cake is life changing. The ambiance is cool with great music and decor.
Cute for a quick brunch on a Sunday. The food was great! I was pleasantly surprised bc I have a pretty high bar for food. We had a couple mimosas and an espresso martini. I’m a coffee lover so the espresso martini was too sweet for me. The deviled eggs with lobster were delicious and exceptional. They are filled from the top so you are getting four full eggs. The crabcakes were great bc they were not loaded with filler, had a mustard seed aioli and the flavors were complex. Very well done.
Great food and excellent service! The burger was absolutely delicious and juicy. The mocktail was refreshing and perfectly made. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. Overall, a wonderful experience, and I would definitely come back. Highly recommended!
Common questions about Charley Bistro
Charley Bistro is located at 202 Angelo Cifelli Dr, Harrison, NJ 07029, NJ 07029, United States.
You can reach Charley Bistro by calling +1 973-268-8000.
Charley Bistro has a rating of 4.7 out of 5 based on 851 customer reviews.
Charley Bistro features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible car park, Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Charley Bistro features the following service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Charley Bistro features the following highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list.
Charley Bistro features the following popular for: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining.
Charley Bistro features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Happy-hour food, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Vegan options, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Charley Bistro features the following dining options: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Catering, Counter service, Dessert, Seating, Table service.
Charley Bistro features the following amenities: Bar on site, Gender-neutral toilets, Restroom, Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi.
Charley Bistro features the following atmosphere: Casual, Cozy, Trendy.
Charley Bistro features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, LGBTQ+ friendly, Tourists, Transgender safe space.
Charley Bistro features the following planning: Brunch reservations recommended, Dinner reservations recommended, Accepts reservations.
Charley Bistro features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments.
Charley Bistro features the following children: Good for kids, High chairs, Kids' menu.
Charley Bistro features the following parking: Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Plenty of parking.
Charley Bistro features the following pets: Dogs allowed outside.
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