Felina
Ridgewood
Restaurant in Ridgewood, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Felina is a reasonable Ridgewood dinner pick when convenience and a composed evening matter more than previewing cuisine, price, or a named drinks program in advance. It is less useful for cocktail-led plans or diners who want a tightly defined format before booking; compare it with Cafe 37, Latour, Meltemi Greek Restaurant, and SGD DUBU SO GONG DONG TOFU & KOREAN BBQ first.
About Felina
Felina is a Ridgewood option with evening hours on Wednesday through Saturday and a Sunday daytime-to-evening schedule.
Felina is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM, and open Sunday from 12–8 PM. Dress is smart casual.
Plan around the hours
Felina fits plans that work with its posted Ridgewood hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings from 5–10 PM, plus Sunday from 12–8 PM. It is not a weekday lunch option, and it is closed Monday and Tuesday.
Compared with Cafe 37, Latour, and Meltemi Greek Restaurant, Felina should be evaluated on the details you can confirm for your specific date.
Where it fits in a Ridgewood shortlist
Choose Felina when the group wants a Ridgewood venue that fits the schedule and a smart casual dress code. If the group needs a clearer category, budget, or menu commitment in advance, compare current information for options such as SGD DUBU SO GONG DONG TOFU & KOREAN BBQ, Meltemi Greek Restaurant, Cafe 37, Latour, or Village Green before deciding.
Planning details
- Location
- 18 Prospect St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- bylandmark.com
- Phone
- +15512765454
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Felina anchors Ridgewood's upper-tier dining with an Italian-American sensibility that reads as classic and quietly refined. The room leans away from theatrical tasting-counter performance and toward a neighborhood dining experience: serious cooking presented without excessive fuss. Located on 18 Prospect Street amid a cluster of accomplished local addresses, the restaurant balances ambition with a welcoming, low-key atmosphere. The result is an intimate, charming spot where the focus remains on well-executed, familiar dishes rather than culinary spectacle: an approachable address for diners who want quality without the full ceremony of a city tasting menu.
Best For
Felina is best for an evening out when you want thoughtful Italian-American cooking in a relaxed yet polished setting. The kitchen’s focus on classic preparations and shareable plates makes it a natural choice for dinner: whether a thoughtful date night, a quietly celebratory meal, or a business dinner that values good food without formality. Because the restaurant sits in Ridgewood’s downtown corridor, it’s also convenient for locals who appreciate high-caliber cooking close to home. Expect a measured, conversational dining room where the food is the primary draw.
Ordering Tips
Start by sampling the house signatures: the Felina Meatballs, Soppressata Pizza and Linguine Vongole are highlighted as standout offerings. These dishes showcase the restaurant’s Italian-American roots and provide a clear sense of the kitchen’s approach: balanced, familiar flavors executed with care. For a single visit, order a mix of those signature plates to get a rounded impression of the menu. Given the restaurant’s shareable, dinner-forward focus, plan for a small selection of starters and a pasta or pizza to follow so you can taste across the menu.
Venue details
Ambiance
Airy industrial space with sleek design, vibrant textures and colors, open kitchen, and inviting atmosphere enhanced by a fireplace.
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Vibe
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Experience
Sourcing
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Modern
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Drinks Focus
- Craft cocktails
- Private Dining
- Available
- Outdoor Seating
- Yes
Signature Dishes
- Felina Meatballs
- Soppressata Pizza
- Linguine Vongole
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 18 Prospect St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If Felina is not the right fit
Try Meltemi Greek Restaurant if the group wants a clear cuisine choice, or Latour if the night calls for a more formal dinner. For a more casual category-specific alternative, SGD DUBU SO GONG DONG TOFU & KOREAN BBQ is the cleaner decision.
Restaurant context
How Felina compares in Ridgewood
Felina makes the strongest case for diners who want a central Ridgewood dinner without committing to a narrow cuisine lane. Village Green and Cafe 37 are better cross-shops for readers who want a more defined classic local-restaurant feel before choosing, while Felina is better for a flexible group that is comfortable deciding from the current menu.
Choose Meltemi for Greek food and SGD for Korean tofu and barbecue. Felina is the more neutral dinner choice, which helps mixed groups but gives less certainty to anyone choosing around one cuisine.
Latour is the better comparison for a more occasion-minded Ridgewood night. Choose Latour when the priority is a more formal-feeling dinner; choose Felina when the group wants something polished but less locked into a special-occasion frame. Booking difficulty appears easier for Felina, so it is also the safer backup when the plan is forming late.
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Compare Felina
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Felina | Ridgewood | No published awards |
| Village Green | Ridgewood | No published awards |
| Meltemi Greek Restaurant | Ridgewood | No published awards |
| SGD DUBU SO GONG DONG TOFU & KOREAN BBQ | Ridgewood | No published awards |
| Cafe 37 | Ridgewood | No published awards |
| Latour | Ridgewood | We're Smart World Top Restaurants 20252025 Wine Spectator Grand Award2025 Michelin 1 Star2024 Michelin 1 Star |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is lunch or dinner better at Felina?
Felina is open Wednesday through Saturday from 5–10 PM and Sunday from 12–8 PM. Weekday plans should be built around dinner hours; Sunday is the only daytime opening.
Is Felina good for a special occasion?
It can be considered for a Ridgewood occasion if the posted hours and smart casual dress code fit the plan.
What are alternatives to Felina?
Options to compare include Village Green, Meltemi Greek Restaurant, Cafe 37, Latour, and SGD DUBU SO GONG DONG TOFU & KOREAN BBQ.
