ARIA Korean Restaurant

Korean restaurant in Ridgefield, NJ

Address

375 Broad Ave, Ridgefield, NJ, 07657

Phone

(201) 272-6581

Website

aria375.com

About ARIA Korean Restaurant

Walk into ARIA Korean Cuisine on Broad Avenue in Ridgefield, New Jersey, and you will find one of the more unexpected treats on the menu: tabletop grilled fresh eel, cooked right in front of you the way it is meant to be enjoyed, smoky and caramelized straight off the grill. That is a fitting introduction to a kitchen that clearly is not playing it safe. ARIA has built a reputation since opening in early 2025 for authentic Korean dishes, from carefully prepared banchan side dishes to braised short ribs that fall off the bone, all served in a BYOB-friendly dining room that keeps the focus on the food rather than a markup on wine. The restaurant runs Monday through Friday from mid-morning until late evening, a generous window that covers everything from an early lunch to a late dinner, and it has quickly picked up a loyal following, reflected in a strong 4.4-star rating built from dozens of reviews in just its first year. It is also a dog-friendly spot with validated parking, small conveniences that make a real difference in a dense strip of Broad Avenue storefronts. Delivery is available through Uber Eats for anyone who cannot make it in for the full tabletop experience, though regulars will tell you the grilled eel and the sizzle of the tableside cooking are half the reason to come in person. For a relatively new addition to Ridgefield's restaurant row, ARIA has moved fast to become a genuine neighborhood favorite for Korean food done with real care.

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