50 Best Italian Restaurants near Aberdeen

“The food was very good and the service was great. Love the mini sherbet they brought after the appetizers. The food portions were a nice size. After dinner, they brought us limoncello on the house.The only thing I did not like was that I felt like I was in a wedding hall and not a restaurant.I will be back because I loved what we ate and how the owners were very attentive as well as the waiters.“

“We stopped for a quick bite after walking a nearby boardwalk. I'm not from the area, so I always try to get here when at the beach. Just as good as I remember. We got the Margharita pizza & it didn't disappoint. So yummy, fresh, mouthwatering, and a good size to take some home. Lots of other food too, if you're notbin the mood for pizza at that moment. The restaurant is in a strip mall & always crowded. Don't miss it!!“

“Greatest little Italian restaurant on Hylan Blvd. Food- Fantastic, Service- Superb, Ambiance-Amazing...their pre-fixed menus are the best and the prices are absolutely wonderful. I just had my 2nd party there and Robert took care of the set-up over the phone while Chris and his people handled the rest on Sunday March 10th. What was supposed to be a small family dinner for the 4 of us for our daughter's 6th birthday, turned into a small party of 17...they even got us her cake which was delicious, super fresh & super cute. I highly recommend Giuliana's not only for a party but even a night out for dinner with the family if you're not in the mood to cook & clean up afterwards. Our 1st dinner party was August 1st after our wedding at city hall on Richmond Terrace, that was during the week and for 12 people. The price did not match the outstanding service and brilliant mouth watering taste of the food, we could not stop talking about & praising Giuliana's for days afterwards & could not wait to have another gathering there which we did to celebrate our daughters birthday. Ask for Robert...tell him the Calvano's (Michael & Stephen) sent you“

“Walked in, didn't expect much but was pleasantly surprised. The interiors felt like a high-end restaurant, and the food kept up with it!The covered outdoor space was comfy and classy, with beautiful green art on the walls. The flavors, taste, and texture were really top-notch Italian food I've had. Highly recommended.“

“The other night we went to Sapori for dinner. We walked in and were greeted warmly. The staff here is super friendly and very accommodating. They seated us at our table by a window. The restaurant has a warm, romantic vibe with beautiful art work. We were given menus which is extensive and you have a lot to choose from plus they also had specials. They bring out bread, eggplant caponata and butter. I thought it was really good and different than just the traditional bread and butter option. We decided to go with fried calamari for an app. It was perfect.. Very crunchy, fresh.. lightly seasoned! Served with fresh tomato sauce. A rather large portion to share. Next for dinner I had a special- pistachio encrusted Chilean sea bass with citrus glaze and roasted veggies and potatoes. This was such a delightful dish. The fish was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The pistachios were so good on top of the fish and the glaze balanced the dish. The veggies were crunchy and seasoned perfectly with garlic and butter. I really enjoyed this dish. The linguine with white clam sauce. Was fresh and extremely delicious. This dish was packed with clams and a ton of roasted garlic. I must say the pasta dishes are very large. Lastly spaghetti with marinara the sauce was fresh and we really enjoyed it. the spaghetti was more thicker like a bucatini. And unfortunately it was a tad under done. It needed a minute or two in the water to be perfectly al dente. Other than that this was a perfect dinner. For dessert we ordered the chocolate lava cake and tiramisu. It seemed like it was home made. Lava cake tasted amazing it was accompanied by vanilla ice cream. the tiramisu was light and not too sweet. Cappuccino was perfect not bitter or overly milky. By far I really enjoyed Sapori and I would def recommend coming here for dinner. The ambience, staff and food were extremely enjoyable! Parking in street. Small parking lot.“

“Amazing meal. Ivan was our server. Went out of his way to tend for our every need.Good was cooked to perfection. Artichokes & Non as meatballs for apps, Short-rib & Chicken Scarpiello for entrees.Will be back. Frankie, you killed this! Love it!“

“Phenomenal sandwiches and other italian fare. Fried ravioli are must-trys. The sandwich selection is HUGE, and you can have them make any sandwich you like. I had the Mel Brooks (pastrami, corned beef, swiss, cole slaw, Russian dressing) on a panini. Absolutely delicious. Needed about five napkins as it was so juicy and savory. Will be coming back repeatedly and will try the italian egg rolls next time.“

“Recommended to us, which we are glad for - as we would have never walked in on our own. Visited for a late lunch. The entire menu is dynamic and unique. The portion sizes are small by NY standards but were how we really should eat - reminiscent of how it is in Italy.The 17yr old waitress we had was extremely professional, attentive & overall very pleasant.The thing I would comment on is the ambiance (think ice cream shop (way too bright) lighting and diner type furnishings) does not match the high quality of their food.We had one glass of wine, a soda, beef carpaccio appetizer, truffle gnocchi & osso bucco, one dessert & a cup of tea. $160 after tip.Would return to try other entrees for the delicious food & great service. Just not as a romantic dinner or celebration, solely because of the lighting & decor.“

“I love love LOVE this place. The owners are two old school Sicilians that reminded me of my Nonna and Nonno growing up, and the pizza was phenomenal! I also got their manicotti, and the sauce they make is exquisite. I'd absolutely recommend them, without question.“

“La Lupa consistently provides an excellent culinary experience. We love their take on nouveau Italian cuisine and the use of outstanding local or Italian imported products is first rate. It is a small restaurant and difficult to get a reservation so be persistent it is worth it. Also be prepared for a vibrant pulse --they enjoy their techno beat which will sometime overwhelm your ability to converse.“

“Went with 5 adults and 2 kids. Spent around $750 (tip included).Dinner was great but waitress forgot to bring appetizer before dinner.Manager asked if we still wanted it so we said sure why not.He still told the waitress to charge us for the appetizers even though they messed up. Small detail but comes across as a bit tacky given their reputation cost of dining here..“

“I can’t say enough good things about this place. The food is delicious and fresh. Customer service is top notch. We love their daily specials!! Rice balls, banana pudding, porchetta, prosciutto are all amazing sandwiches are big that I always have leftovers Competitors serve way less for the amount they charge. Quality food like this is WORTH the money.“

“I’ve gone a few times now had such great lunch and dinner here, also have taken food to go as well! Was just as delicious, the next day!The space is welcoming, they will accommodate the size of your party, adding tables/chairs to insure everyone is comfortable!Toddler friendly and approved! (Highchairs on hand)The service is so warm, friendly and attentive! The music and atmosphere is perfect for a family and/or friends night.I really appreciate the feeling of happiness when I’ve gone everyone is very busy but will always make sure to notice you and get you seated as soon as there is availability!It’s always busy and buzzing I love that about this place. I never feel rushed either the food is delicious we like to try a lot of dishes so we get to enjoy that in a timely manner and my kids really enjoy seeing other kids around having a great time playing, singing dancing whatever kids normally do!So If you enjoy food! Family! Friends! Kids! Happiness this place is a must!Not a tired stuffy or uptight place! Go elsewhere for that!Thank you!Kid-friendliness: Amazing! Kids having a wonderful time playing and enjoying a restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere!Wheelchair accessibility: There’s a ramp“

“Slice has quickly become our preferred destination. We appreciate every aspect of this establishment, particularly our support for family-run businesses due to their commitment to quality, consistency, and fair pricing. Frank makes the whole experience a very comfortable environment. Looking forward to visiting again, Frank!“

“We ordered from Pizzaioli tonight. We told them to leave the food by the front door since my household of 5 has COVID. The food arrived quickly, and the delivery driver named Joe actually texted me to let me know he was leaving the pizza by the door, and was very nice and respectful. I would have given more of a tip for his professionalism but had to stay away due to COVID, but next time Joe comes through he'll get a bigger tip! As for the pizzeria itself, they left us a very nice message that meant a lot to us, writing under the top of the box "Feel better! From Pizzaioli!" We were genuinely surprised by the message and it just shows this place cares about their customers and these are the types of local businesses I love having here on Staten Island. We've ordered from them quite a bit recently and I have to say they are super consistent with their food. Their Neapolitan is traditional NY and still tastes special. I think their best offering is their Sicilian and Buffalo slices. I'd rate them #1 for Sicilian on the island for sure and have heard others compare it to L&B in BK and I agree. The Buffalo is my favorite from them though. Never in my life have I tasted a slice of pizza so good. Their entrees and heroes are very good too and they actually feed you. I hope if anyone's in the area they give Pizzaioli a chance. They're in the Atrium plaza where All-Star used to be. Seriously top notch food. Definitely one of the top pizzerias on the island. Try their Sicilian, you won't regret it. They are a 5/5. Happy eating!“

“We went for my birthday and what a gift it was. The service by Lea was amazing, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming.The owner kept checking on us to see if we needed anything. And the food, oh the food was outstanding. Their strip steak was absolutely delicious melted in your mouth perfectly cooked and prepared. If you haven’t tried it there yet I absolutely recommend you do.Parking: I found a spot right outside and so did the other 2 cars that came with us. I went on a Wednesday night don’t know if that matters, there’s still plenty of parking.Kid-friendliness: They were so patient and kind with my 3 grandchildren.“

“I'd give them more than 5 stars if I could. My mom had my dad's 85th birthday party at Mimmo's . The owner, Domenico, was incredibly flexible to the different possibilities my mom was interested in. Day of the party, his son Ralph personally took care of the main table where my parents were. ALL the staff was wonderful and attentive. But my parents were treated with incredible respect. The food was amazing!!! Our family kept raving over how delicious everything was. Course after course, one dish after another, just delicious. And the Nutella zeppolis for dessert - WOW, simply decadent. * A small detail - when signing the contract, while I was excited about the Nutella zeppolis, my mom mentioned "eh, she could do without the Nutella". Ralph remembered that and put out trays half with and half without the Nutella. Made EVERYONE happy! Thank you for everything. We'll definitely be back.“

“It was pretty good! Nice date with my partner. I would say the food was quick and appetizers were good. Definitely come dressed nice the ambiance seemed for fine dining, which is fine just a little odd for the location. Waiter was good and friendly, but I will say there is no drink menu with prices so just prepped to pay lol.“

“Dinner at Toscanella was perfection! I had lasagne comparable to my homemade. My husband had a huge portion of eggplant Parmesan. Entrees came with a healthy mixed salad. Loved it! Everyone was friendly and attentive. Prices reasonable ,BYOB and great meal. Our new favorite!“

“Our family was going to have a repast for my mother in law. We weren't sure where to have it. So we went to Nonna's and spoke to Joe the owner. We were not sure of the exact amount of people but Joe gave us option 1 if it was 20 or less, option 2 if 20-30 people. Joe could not have been any more friendly or helpful. He was so nice. He then gave us salad, appetizer and main course suggestions. He told us Melissa, Bill and Greg would be our servers. They were absolutely awesome and their attention to detail was top notch. The meatball sliders were a huge hit and our family raved about how great all the food was. My wife and I have been back since, and have even ordered take out for a family function. Friends that came up from Florida said the next time they come to visit NJ, their first place to go for dinner is Nonna's Cucina in Englishtown. Again, many thanks to Joe, Melissa, Bill and Greg.“

“We really enjoy this place. The food is excellent and it has a very chill laid back atmosphere. The second time we visited this place was because the Mexican restaurant next to it had a one hour wait. I'm not waiting one hour and we need that the food here was good. My wife ordered a Italian Stromboli and I had pasta and octopus. They were both exceptionally tasty, and always come out piping hot. In addition, everyone gets a really delicious bread basket with different types of Italian breads, garlic, bruschetta and baked bread. The owner is always cordial and you can see him mingling around talking to people.If you are in town I would recommend this place. They are fully accessible, and will move tables around for you if you need them to be moved. The bathrooms are also accessible and there are some accessible parking spots available on the street, or in the parking deck behind the courtyard restaurant area. By the way the prices are really good.Wheelchair accessibility: This place is wheelchair accessible and that includes the restroom facilities.“

“No one can beat your cheese steaks. I had one yesterday from another restaurant and it was terrible. They used slices of yellow American which were hardly melted.. We ordered other food too , which I wasn't overlall thrilled with. VINNYS Old Bridge going forward 100%.“

“The pizza here is so freaking good and it’s not the crazy prices that most places are charging nowadays. Way better than La Madonna down the street & less expensive & the staff are WAY friendlier. I live in jersey city & work in New York and eat pizza way too much and Amano trumps 95% of places I’ve ever tried. Along with the prices and friendly staff, I would go out of my way and drive further to come here any day of the week. I got a spinach artichoke slice, a couple grandma slices, an Italian roll & a buff chicken roll and every bite of all of these were so yummy. I don’t leave reviews often but I really really really like this place. Would suggest.“

“It was my first time going there and I ordered a vodka fresh mozzarella cheese pizza and was one of the best pizzas I've had the service was good the owner was polite I would definitely go back again it's very convenient to get to right off of routeParking: There's plenty located in a strip mall right off of route 79 in morganville very easy access In-N-OutWheelchair accessibility: There is handicap parking right out in front of the place with a ramp right next to go“

“We absolutely love Dolce's. The food is top notch, the owner John and his staff are the best, the prices reasonable, and it's the BEST restaurant to host a party! It is BYOB and they are the most accommodating staff around. They treat their customers like royalty so visit John and his team for the best food and get treated like a VIP! Thank you, John!! Randi C“

“Incredibly good. I had veal parmesan last night as I do every time my work brings me to New Jersey. Best I've had after going to about 5 different restaurants in the area. Very tender and perfectly seasoned and prepared.The bread was addicting since I had 6 pieces and the service was excellent. Unfortunately I didn't catch his name.This will be the go to place when we come to work up here from now on.“

“First time dinning at Piccolino’s and it was a pleasant experience!Serving staff was knowledgeable of the menu, attentive of our needs. Our water glasses were never empty.Our cocktail were excellent! The wine was a good size pour!All of our cocktails, appetizers, main course, coffee and dessert were all packed with great flavors!My pork chop was HUGE accompanied by seasonal vegetables and potatoes.Judging from the empty plates of my fellow guest theirs were delicious too.And as an added bonus they had a cruder singing in the style of Frank Sinatra supper club! He was a bit too loud but had a great voice and played all the classics!First timer but won’t be the last! They get a well deserved 5 ***** Star review!“

“Celebrated a few special occasions here and each time was nothing less than AWESOME! Great atmosphere and they treat each guest like family.Food and drinks are great. Service is excellent and the entertainment is engaging and lots of fun. Great singing!Definitely a great spot for a special celebration or just a great night out!“

“Delicious food, always very fresh & made with love just like home made. Owner John is very friendly and courteous. Our new go to place. Thank you John. You are a great addition to our local community. I highly recommend for everyone to try this restaurant.“

“Zoni's is our go to place for pizza every Friday. We absolutely love coming here! Robert makes us feel like family, the staff is very welcoming, and the pizza is fantastic! Zoni's has brought the best New York style coal fire pizza to New Jersey! Highly recommend coming here.“

“Phone ordering was simple and easy. The person taking the order was knowledgeable and offered to apply day specials to my order even when I didn’t know about it. Payment was processed over the phone with no problems. Pick up was in time and the food was ready and hot as it should be. Aside from all that, it was delicious. We love Big Boy’s Pizza. Thank you.“

“Absolutely delicious pizza and what a wonderful owner. Delivered Pizza to my whole football team at Bloomingdale Park completely on time fully equipped with everything for the girls. There wasn’t even a slice left and we ordered eight pies. completely recommend this restaurant and we cannot go back to eat there and we are definitely having our seasonal football parties here! Thank you Mario!“

“Was here for a bridal shower. The menu was plentiful. It was a party menu however it offered a fair variety of choices. The wait staff was attentive and the wait time for food was fair. Food was delicious and was of a fair serving size.“

“It was a very busy night but we were able to be seated right away. The waitress was very friendly and realized we were celebrating Ramadan; she made us aware if there was pork in any of the food we were ordering and asked if we would like to customize our choices, if possible.The food was very good and each person who brought anything to our table was very courteous. There were just two moments of not being able to eat while waiting for grated cheese & and for someone so we could ask for salt.We were asked when the food was brought out if we would like grated cheese; but they never came back. The hostess noticed as soon as we started looking around and came over to see if we needed something. She brought grated cheese instantly.We wanted a little salt on the salad, but there was none on the table, and it took a bit before I was able to ask for it.Being it was busy, we assumed they were busy or got distracted.All and all... for as busy as it was, the two moments were not as bad as it could have been and definitely worth choosing to eat there.Highly recommend“

“My husband and I go on a regular basis. They always treat us so special. We even have our own little table always waiting for us! The food and specials are phenomenal along with the superb service we always get. It truly feels like family!“

“A nice casual local family spot if you're looking for a decent meal at a reasonable price. The Grandma pie is excellent, especially if well-done. We've also had their garlic knots, zucchini sticks and several different dinners - including some nightly specials. Portions are generous and come out hot. Dinner salads are fresh and served cold. Water and soft drinks are large. Comfortable and clean dining area with booths and tables. Friendly vibe.“

“Great fresh food! I had the grilled chicken Cesar salad! My granddaughter and boyfriend had the cheese steak! Everything was so fresh and was awesome! The chicken in the salad was delicious!! We also had the garlic knots!Parking: Large Parking lot on the side of the building!Kid-friendliness: Tables outside to eat. It was a nice day so we sat outside!“

“This is a great place to go eat at because of the nice wall paintings they have and just the vibe is so homey and welcoming. take out is great too. i have had the pizza, the tacos, the sopes, and let me tell you you cannot go wrong with anything on their menu. it’s just too good. now if i really wanna put my food reviewer cap on i have to say there is one thing that is off, and that is the prices. the amount of food that you get for the price is crazy. they make sure that you are full and have left overs ?‍? love it keep doing what you’re doing ??Kid-friendliness: great place to bring kids“

“This was our first time there. The place is nice and so was the staff. Our waitress was very good. They give you hot bread when you sit down. I had spaghetti and meatballs. It was good and I loved the meatballs. You get 2 good size ones. My boyfriend had the linguine with white clam sauce. He enjoyed it! We will definitely be going back there again!! Thanks!! Cathy“

“Absolutely delicious Italian pizza, pasta and entrees! There are so many pizza choices, my favorites were the grilled chicken Caesar salad and the Grandma with a sesame seed crust, soooo yummy! We shared the seafood salad with large shrimp, mussels and tender calamari and the beautiful cold cut platter. The pasta with bolognese was fabulous and so was the chicken francese. They even have gluten free pizza and pasta. Finish with cappuccino and the oh so fresh cannolis and zeppoles. Bring the entire clan as the prices are very reasonable at this wonderful family friendly restaurant.Dietary restrictions: Gluten free pasta and pizzaKid-friendliness: Definitely kid friendly“

“Had my daughters first birthday party here after looking at multiple other restaurants. This restaurant had the nicest party room and the food was delicious. The day of the party, I was able to come early to decorate and set up. The owner and his family were very kind and helped set up the room and accommodated our requests.They continually checked in throughout the event to make sure we were happy and if we needed anything. The waitresses made sure we had enough food and the kids were all given kids meals which they loved. My guests raved about the chicken francese and baked clams.It was a great day and I felt very at peace knowing how helpful staff was and didn't have to worry about the party going smoothly. Definitely recommend Ruoccos!“

“Their food and service were superb. My husband and I had this restaurant recommended by close friend and we were so glad for that recommendation! We went here for our first year anniversary and it exceeded our expectations. The seafood was fresh and the pasta was so flavorful. The desserts were also so delicious! Their carrot cake was amazing! Every recommendation our waiter Jose made was on point. Aside from the food, we had such a fantastic waiter who clearly enjoyed his job and did it well. My husband is from Northern NJ where they are known for Italian food, so if he was impressed than I knew it was a great pick for us. We will for sure be back!“

“Food was good, a little expensive. We had a gift certificate we purchased online and at first the Tinton falls restaurant said that was for the coney Island restaurant and did not want to take it. Showing him the gift certificate did not state Coney Island only, he did accept it. That was the only issue that the did resolve. “

“Jimmy provided the food for our family and friends after my husband's funeral. Everything was excellent. He went out of his way to accomodate us and made sure everything was set up and ready for us when we arrived from the funeral. Wonderful people to work with and prices were reasonable.“

“This was such an amazing experience! George made sure my family and I were well taken care of and delivered nothing but grade A service. The owner Pasquale should be very proud of him self and servers for delivering such a breathtaking experience. I felt like I was with my Italian grandparents again who sadly left this world and really made me feel like I was in nonas kitchen. Happy Easter and thank you for this amazing experience. You have gained returning customers.Dietary restrictions: Plant based options. Italian "sausage" broccoli Rabe was incredible“

“Had my daughters confirmation party there on Easter Sunday. Pete the owner made sure everything was perfect! Food was great everyone was so full. We love this place and we will be back soonVegetarian options: The chef came out personally to ask what our vegan grandfather would like to eat he said he would make anything he wanted as long as he had it. Grilled vegetables were perfect“

“Excellent restaurant! Small but very inviting. The menu is eclectic yet down to earth. Daily specials are available. We had the baked clams spl as well as Rosalies salad. For entree, we had the veal piccata and the filet of sole. Dessert was the homemade cheese cake! Utterly delicious.“

“Been going here since I can remember and it’s always been my go to!!! Never disappoints, always on point with the service and food. I like trying new things once in a while and let me say my all time favorite is that grilled Salmon, the sauce and different flavors just so delicious. . I love them all there, the entire staff is amazing.“

“We did our Holiday Luncheon today and catered from Bruzzse’s. It was a work luncheon for Nissan City of Red Bank and I must tell you the food was absolutely terrific. They delivered on time, set up everything perfectly, got all the sternos lit. The service was top notch. And again the food was delicious. Eggplant, beef Teriyaki, were incredible. Highly recommend this place to everyone. 5stars.“

“I live 200 yards away from AB and how lucky to have AB at my doorstep. Their food is always fantastic , portions are good size and present well. I ordered in last night (3/23) and had a large order. Didn’t disappoint and everyone was delighted to dig in. The best part about AB are the staff. Young women at the front are always delightful and engaging. Sure some experience less than stellar service at other establishments when the servers think or act like they are doing you a favor; this doesn’t happen at AB. Everyone has a smile, thank you are abundant and positivity abundant. I frequently dine out for work and always compare to AB. AB holds its own always!!“