Charley is the new Viennese bistro from accomplished hospitality investor David Barry and acclaimed Chef Kurt Gutenbrunner in up-and-coming Harrison, New Jersey [202 Angelo Cifelli Drive]. Charley is a cozy 65-seat neighborhood joint inspired by the culture of a Viennese Kaffeehaus, with a menu of bright and transportive central-European dishes. Putting an emphasis on engaging and community, Charley is a space for diners to gather over coffee, cocktails, and a meal.
Charley’s culinary partner Chef Kurt Gutenbrunner, the acclaimed chef behind Michelin-starred Wallsé in the West Village, brings his renowned culinary style to Charley in a more casual setting tailored to the local neighborhood. Some food highlights include:
- Flammkuchen, a savory, Austrian flatbread with local bacon, caramelized onions, and wild arugula
- Berlin Currywurst, thin-sliced pork bratwurst, onions, and a house-made tomato-curry sauce
- Mini Tartines, a selection of Viennese sandwiches served on organic rye with varieties including smoked salmon, spicy egg salad, pastrami, and sauerkraut
- Rainbow Beets slow roasted, served with alpine cheese, blackberries, and topped with a hazelnut crumble
- Wiener Schnitzel served with lingonberry jam and potato and cucumber salad
- Braised Artichokes with slow cooked root vegetables, asparagus, and basil
- Shitake Spaetzle with brussel sprouts, tarragon, carrots, and alpine cheese
- Crab Cake on a pretzel bun
If you are around Harrison-NJ please Charley is a #MUSTGO for sure!!! The ambience totally remember me meatpacking vibes!!! I really want to come back in the Summer!!!
Charley is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday from 4 PM to 10 PM.
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