
Capons Chophouse
The Shops at Riverside, Hackensack
Restaurant in Hackensack, United States
The Read
Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Capon's Chophouse is a practical Hackensack choice when you want a relaxed, seated chophouse-style meal without building the night around awards, chef credentials, or a tasting format. It is better for easy dinners and casual occasions than for destination dining; cross-shop White Manna for hamburgers or Cubbys BBQ for barbecue.
About Capons Chophouse
For Hackensack diners considering Capons Chophouse, the clearest details are simple: it is open daily from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, and the dress code is business casual. Those two facts are useful, because they give diners a basic framework for when a visit can happen and how polished the meal should feel. Beyond that, menu, chef, price, awards, service format, and seating details are not listed, so the safest way to plan is to confirm those details directly before building a night around specific dishes, amenities, or expectations.
A practical Hackensack option with daily hours
The appeal here is practical. Capons Chophouse keeps the same listed hours every day of the week, which can make planning easier for diners comparing restaurants. A consistent 11:30 AM to 10 PM window removes some of the usual uncertainty that comes with checking different schedules for different days, especially when a group is trying to coordinate around an earlier or later meal. The business-casual dress code also gives the meal a clearer planning cue without requiring assumptions about a formal fine-dining format.
Because menu, chef, price, and awards details are not listed, avoid treating Capons Chophouse as a credential-led restaurant unless you confirm more directly. That is not a knock; it simply means the decision should be based on the confirmed basics: Hackensack location, daily 11:30 AM to 10 PM hours, and business-casual attire. In practical terms, that makes it a restaurant to approach with a quick verification step, rather than one to choose solely because of a particular dish, chef background, or published accolade. Diners comparing other options might also look at White Manna or Cubbys BBQ.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Capons Chophouse when the priority is a Hackensack meal with direct daily hours and a business-casual dress code. It makes the most sense for diners who are comfortable confirming menu details, reservations, and service expectations directly rather than relying on specifics. That kind of diner may value having the basic logistics in place first, then checking the remaining details before committing to the plan. If the group is flexible and mainly needs a Hackensack restaurant with clearly stated daily availability, the available information is enough to make it a reasonable candidate for consideration.
Cross-shop if the night depends on a specific menu item, beverage program, price point, seating setup, or dining format, because those details are not listed. That is especially important for diners planning around dietary preferences, a budget range, a particular style of service, or a celebratory setup where the details matter more than the general location and hours. In those cases, a direct confirmation should come before any firm plans are made. Other names to compare include White Manna, Cubbys BBQ, or the wider Hackensack restaurants guide if the group is still undecided.
Planning details
- Location
- 390 Hackensack Ave #185A, Hackensack, NJ 07601
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- caponschophouse.com
- Phone
- +18622474037
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Capons reads like a textbook chophouse: restrained, assured and rooted in a long-running local tradition. The copy leans on sourcing and the steady execution of classic cuts rather than on theatrical plating or tasting-menu flourishes. That directness creates a purposeful, no-nonsense atmosphere—the sort of room that rewards repeat visits and cultivates regulars. The voice in the review stresses consistency over spectacle, which translates on the floor as a restaurant that values quality ingredients, straightforward preparations and a reliably confident dining experience rather than trend-chasing design moves.
Best For
Capons is best encountered in the evening, where the chophouse format plays to its strengths: shared steaks, composed starters and conversations over well-sourced cuts. The setting suits date nights and business dinners where a classic steak-and-raw-bar program reads as a safe, impressive choice, and it scales to groups celebrating a special occasion thanks to large-format steaks and an emphasis on consistent execution. Located in The Shops at Riverside and modeled against midtown chophouse standards, it meets expectations for diners seeking a traditional, reliably refined steakhouse night out.
Ordering Tips
Let the menu’s focus on sourcing guide choices: if you want theater and sharing value, the Tomahawk Ribeye is a natural centerpiece; for a more concentrated, tender bite, opt for the Wagyu NY Strip. Start with the Chilled Shellfish Tower to contrast the richness of the steaks and to add a refined communal starter. Because the kitchen’s argument is directness—cut, cook, serve—order steaks by your preferred doneness and trust simple preparations; the restaurant’s strength is sourcing and steady execution rather than heavy sauces or elaborate reworkings.
Venue details
Ambiance
Lively and energetic atmosphere with moderate noise level, praised for beautiful venue and top-tier food quality.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Curated
- Drinks Focus
- Cocktails, Wine, Whiskey
Signature Dishes
- Tomahawk Ribeye
- Wagyu NY Strip
- Chilled Shellfish Tower
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 390 Hackensack Ave #185A, Hackensack, NJ 07601
Planning details
Location
390 Hackensack Ave #185A, Hackensack, NJ 07601 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
If the group wants something quicker and more casual, choose White Manna for hamburgers. If the craving is barbecue rather than chophouse-style dining, choose Cubbys BBQ.
For a broader scan before choosing, use the Hackensack restaurants guide.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Hackensack
Capons Chophouse is the better fit when the group wants a seated, chophouse-style meal and an easier plan than a destination dinner. White Manna is the sharper choice for hamburgers and a faster, more casual stop, while Cubbys BBQ makes more sense when barbecue is the actual craving.
Against Prime 259, the decision is about how formal the night should feel: choose Prime 259 if the group wants a more steakhouse-coded plan, and choose Capons Chophouse if ease matters more than ceremony. Angora Mediterranean Restaurant and Nisiotis Taverna are better cross-shops when the table wants Mediterranean or Greek-leaning flavors rather than a chophouse lane.
For value, the safer comparison is category-based rather than price-based: White Manna should be the quicker, lower-commitment pick; Cubbys BBQ is the casual comfort-food alternative; Capons Chophouse is for diners who want the meal to feel more like a full sit-down dinner.
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Compare Capons Chophouse
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capons Chophouse | Hackensack | , | No published awards |
| Prime 259 | River Edge | , | No published awards |
| Angora Mediterranean Restaurant | Teaneck | , | No published awards |
| White Manna | Hackensack | Hamburgers | 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Restaurants2026 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Recommended2025 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #4062024 OAD Cheap Eats in North America Ranked · #3792023 OAD Cheap Eats in North America in RecommendedPearl Recommended Restaurants |
| Nisiotis Taverna | Teaneck | , | No published awards |
| Cubbys BBQ | Hackensack | , | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Capons Chophouse good for a special occasion?
It may work if you want a Hackensack restaurant with daily 11:30 AM to 10 PM hours and a business-casual dress code. Specific details such as menu, pricing, private dining, and service format are not listed, so confirm directly if the occasion depends on those details.
Can Capons Chophouse accommodate groups?
Group accommodations are not listed. The daily 11:30 AM to 10 PM hours may help with planning, but larger parties should contact Capons Chophouse directly to confirm availability, reservations, and seating arrangements.
What should I order at Capons Chophouse?
Menu details are not listed, so there is no specific dish recommendation to make. Check the current menu directly with Capons Chophouse before you go. If you are still comparing options, Angora Mediterranean Restaurant and Nisiotis Taverna are other names to consider.
What are alternatives to compare with Capons Chophouse?
Other names to compare include Prime 259, Cubbys BBQ, and White Manna. Choose based on current hours, menu, dress code, and reservation needs confirmed directly with each restaurant.
Is lunch or dinner better at Capons Chophouse?
Capons Chophouse is open every day from 11:30 AM to 10 PM, but specific meal-period service details are not listed. Confirm the current menu and service schedule directly before planning around a particular time of day.






