Cafe Matisse - Acclaim

Cafe Matisse Reservations

A “wow in all aspects”, this “transcendent”, “romantic” Rutherford BYO “hidden” behind a wine shop (where you can purchase le vin) “dazzles and delights” with its seasonally inspired Eclectic cuisine offered in grazing portions (aka “Matisse Plates”) that come in three or four courses…a “consistently attentive” staff, “tastefully appointed” interior (with hand blown Murano glass chandeliers) and “plush” outdoor dining complete this “outstanding” oeuvre.

One of the "Top Favorites"
One of the "Top by Food"
One of the "Top by Service"
One of the "Top by Decor"
One of the "Top Outdoor"
Food: 27 - Extraordinary to Perfect
Decor: 25 - Very Good to Excellent
Service: 26 - Very Good to Excellent
New Jersey Zagat 2009 / 2010

"Extraordinary to Perfection"
Zagat Survey 2009/2010

4 Stars
Bergen Record.... December, 2008

The Record, January 14th, 2005
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"I'm happy to confirm that it's true: Cafe Matisse is Excellent".

Sinclair & Anthony Giglio, New Jersey Monthly - August 2001

"One of the Years Top Ten Restaurants"
Cody Kendall, Star Ledger - 12/99

"...if you are in the mood to be creative with what you eat and where you dine, head to Cafe Matisse."
"Excellent", Katherine Jones, New York Times - 11/21/99

"...this place is an incredible find for those with discerning palates and the wherewithal to indulge them"
*** 1/2 (3 1/2 Stars), Cody Kendall, Star Ledger - 9/5/99

"I am charmed by the decor, ambience, and food at Cafe Matisse. Lush flavors speak for themselves, and the warm, pleasant surroundings enhance your feeling of well-being."
*** 1/2 (3 1/2 Stars), Marge Perry, The Record - 5/7/99

"Favorite Romantic Restaurant" - 2000
"Favorite Restaurant" - 1997 & 1998
"Favorite Holiday Dining" - 1997 & 1998

Food Bytes by Rosalie Saferstein - NJ.com