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SideBar Gastropub

SideBar Gastropub

4.5
100+ reviews
Food & DiningGastropubRestaurant (Other)
$0.00 raised this season·currently #12 in Hackensack·next bid +$1.00 leaderboard value to take #11·$0.00 behind #1

45 Main St

SideBar features local craft beers, classic and signature cocktails and international wines. The eclectic menu consists of snacks and small plates as well as traditional lunch and dinner fare. So, join us inside SideBar's warm interior. Pull up a stool at the bar or a high top, or grab a table in the dining room and enjoy a bite and a drink in this historic location at the Gateway of Main Street.

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In Hackensack

#57 / Food

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In Hackensack overall

#705 of all businesses

Restaurant (Other)

#12 in town

Composite score

1 / 100

rating · quality · popularity

Review quality analysis

Computed from 18 text reviews using BergenHub's quality scoring (sentiment, owner responsiveness, review depth).

Positive sentiment33%
Owner responsiveness67%
Negative signal6%
Sentiment balance89%

Customer reviews

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  • GGoogle reviewer
    Local Guide
    Sep 5, 2026

    Trivia night is so much fun.

  • GGoogle reviewer
    Aug 21, 2026

    Great food, even better service. Amazing wine selection to choose from, and variety of food options to choose from! Jojo took very good care of me during my visit, and I plan on returning in the future.

  • GGoogle reviewer
    Aug 21, 2026

    Jojo, an unexpectedly casual sommelier, and all of the staff, are always so welcoming and warm. It feels like a home away from home upon moving to Hackensack a year ago!<br><br>Ryan, Allen, and all of the gentlemen are attentive and quick! I couldn't imagine a better local bar to find! The tap selection is great and the Guinness pours are always aced!

  • GGoogle reviewer
    Local Guide
    Aug 21, 2026

    I don't enjoy knocking servers, it's a noble profession. But I have to call them like I see them. Two very good servers, one not very good at all. My brother, who happens to know his wines, asked for a glass of Pinot Grigio. Honestly, it was a very weak pour. But when he is tasted it, he said to me, "Ew, this is thin, it tastes like it's been open for a while." I told him don't accept it, just order something different. He mentioned that he wasn't crazy about the wine and he preferred something else. The female server seemed to take umbrage at his suggestion and said, "well let me just taste it and see." Right in front of my brother, clearly setting up a confrontation. Sorry, that is not a professional server. "Nope, good to me," she pronounced. Congratulations. You just told the customer they were wrong, which proves you are not understanding the craft of serving. It's a shame, because the other two were clearly well trained and professional. It matters. It sort of took the shine off

  • GGoogle reviewer
    Local Guide
    Aug 20, 2026

    Well first time here was no wait for table .drinks served promptly and food ordered fast. Server was amazing in every way possible. The food was unbelievable tasty and season perfectly hays off to the chef.truly a 5 star chef the muscles were awesome and the sauce was to die for. So if ever in Hackensack n.j this place is a must try i highly recommend it.

  • GGoogle reviewer
    Aug 4, 2026

    Great vibes and great food especially their burger and steaks.

    Owner response · Aug 10, 2026

    We are so happy to hear you enjoyed your experience and food with us. Please come visit us again in Hackensack so we can earn that last star

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