50 Best Italian Restaurants near Bedminster

“From the moment we walked in, we were treated as if we were sitting in first class. The staff was so attentive to our table even though they were very busy. We were not rushed and enjoyed every savory bit of food that was put before us. They also catered to me being a vegetarian. We finished our meal with the most delicious homemade gelato . if ever given the opportunity, please do not pass this gem of a restaurant up.“

“Luna Rossa is an exceptional restaurant which is run by a loyal and dedicated team under the direction of Adrian. Our first time visiting this establishment was with a party of 10. Adrian took all of our orders including appetizers without writing anything down. The food was delivered to perfection. I am astounded by the diversity of the menu, the ability to switch out sides, the quality and taste of the food. The chefs are talented and cook to delight every palate. I can not say enough about this wonderful restaurant including their staff Carlos, Kevin, and everyone that works so hard to deliver memorable meals. I look forward to going back soon. Thank you!“

“Best pizza in Morris County - Great staff and great food“

“What a great Pizza Discovery. First of all, you cannot get any better Customer Service. The Family owned business was highly engaged the moment you walk thru the doors. They have been in the Food Business for 50 years and at this location for 30, so they understand the importance of customer engagement. Their great attitude alone would have me wanting to go back because they are such nice people. Small Family run business, it doesn't get any better. But it does here, the Pizza was excellent and the Homemade dessert knocked it out of the park. The Pizza is unique in that it made like a traditional Neopolitan style where the crust is wet and has some sag at the start of the slice. This is not usually the style with a deck oven Pizza slice, but they pull it off because the dough is so fresh. Perfect blend of cheese with an excellent homemade sauce. They are tucked away in a mini mall in Peacock, but once you make it there once, your taste buds will bring you back. Thank you for a great experience.“

“A Hidden Gem for Unique Pizza Lovers
If you're looking for something out of the ordinary in the pizza world, Panatieri's is the place to be. They show their creativity and willingness to experiment with unique flavor combinations.
From the mac and cheese pizza to the various vegetarian options, it's clear that Panatieri's isn't afraid to step outside the box. The quality of the ingredients and the presentation of the pizzas look top-notch.
If you're in the area and looking for a memorable pizza experience, I highly recommend giving Panatieri's a try. Just be prepared to step outside your comfort zone and explore some exciting new flavors!“

“Had a fantastic Valentine’s dinner at Bistro Seven Three in Bernardsville last night! Food was unbelievable and the service was friendly and really attentive! Thanks! We’ll be back!“

“Moved to the neighbourhood a couple of weeks back and were looking for a nice place to eat... we found Girasole within walking distance and it exceeded our expectations. The staff were attentive yet not overebearing and the food was delicious. Pointing out that I do cook... and well... so it is nice to find a place that I can enjoy without thinking "I could have made this better at home". Definitely be coming back and soon!“

“daFilippo's is a hidden gem of a restaurant that has been my family's special occasion standard for many year's. The Northern Italian menu which changes to focus on only the freshest ingredients has a little Swiss influence and is presented with an artistic touch and personal care. Last evening I hosted sixteen business associates in the back room which has an iron gate for privacy. Filippo presented a five course meal which blew everyone away followed by him playing a few songs on the Piano. The Chicken or Cod dishes were pan seared to perfection. daFilippo's is a BYOB restaurant which I Love. My wife remarked how clean the restrooms are kept. Plenty of parking in the rear of the building. In closing, if you are looking for a family owned, unique restaurant where the owner chef touches every plate to ensure perfection then this is the place to make a reservation.“

“Food and service consistantly great. Daily specials are varied and well presented. Sweet and spicey calamari is best ever. Our server Niti was outstanding.“

“Consistently great food with weekly specials Tuesday - Thursday and Friday - Sunday. Very friendly staff. The owner Nick stops by the tables to ensure everything is to your satisfaction. He builds the menu himself - a graduate of Johnson & Wales.“

“I can’t say one bad thing about this restaurant - the food, the service, even the greeting at the front door was all great. As soon as my friends and I walked in we felt comfortable. We shared eggplant rollatini and bruschetta to start, and each had pasta dishes (chicken parm & lasagna) for our main entrees. We each brought half our dinners home so we could share a dessert :) which was also wonderful (fresh baked chocolate chip cookie in a cast iron pan with ice cream). We WILL be back. This place is a gem!“

“Awesome - love the broccoli rabe and sausage appetizer - so good Great pasta and chicken dishes also.“

“Attended a party there. Great food. We had Caesar salad, meatballs (giant), fried calamari (really good!) and our choice of entree. I chose chicken parmigiana, first off as a joke I asked the server if this was for the entire table, a huge portion! Two large chicken breasts atop a good size serving of linguine. The red sauce was excellent. I can’t wait to go back.“

“Food is Delicious. Nice Place.“

“So grateful to Café Picasso for making my birthday dinner last Friday night a wonderful experience! The food was absolutely delicious and the service was above and beyond! It's dimly lit inside which made reading the menu a bit challenging. However, everything we did order made up for it! I highly recommend the Frittura di Calamari for an appetizer. The following dishes we ordered were spectacular! Rigatoni alla Vodka, Penne alla Grotta, Gnocchi Alessandra, Norwegian Salmon (special), Penne al Forno, Spaghetti alla Carbonara and the Pollo alla Francese! It is a BYOB establishment, luckily there is a wine and spirits store next door. My family will definitely be returning to this beautiful gem in the heart of Somerville!“

“Il Forno a Legna - The heart of Raritan!

This place is more than just great food it's run by people who genuinely care. The owner puts his heart into everything, from the quality of the ingredients to the way guests are treated. You can tell he's always around making sure everyone's happy, and that personal touch makes all the difference.

The wood-fired pizza is incredible - crispy, flavorful, and made fresh to order. The pasta and appetizers are top-notch, especially the Burrata with roasted peppers and prosciutto.

It's rare to find a spot where the food, service, and atmosphere all feel this genuine. You can taste the passion in every bite. Highly recommend! 🍕👍“

“Wonderful restaurants, great service and delicious food!“

“We were there for my daughters birthday this past Saturday. My wife and my daughter's boyfriend had the seared salmon which they loved. My daughter had the chicken parm, which she said was good. Her only "complaint" was that the sauce was a bit too sweet for her taste, but the portion was good and the chicken was cooked well. My son enjoyed his pepperoni pizza. He's not very adventerous. I had the Capellini Napoletani. It was very good. The capellini was cooked perfectly for my taste as was the shrimp, clams and calamari. Very tender. The sauce was great. This is our go-to for great food and is my wife's favorite. She is returning with coworkers for lunch on Tuesday. Service is top notch. Keep up the good work. We'll definately be returning.“

“bensi is my favorite restaurant. the staff is always welcoming and the food is absolutely amazing“

“We've been ordering here for a while now. It's one of the better NY/NJ style pizzas in the area without being too specialized.Their pasta and meat menu items are where they are best - looking at you Chicken Puicinella and Cavatelli with Broccoli.For appetizers, they have great wings which are crispy, the way I like them. Also, the fried calamari uses a very light batter, so it's not too heavy.We've ordered trays from them twice for parties and we weren't disappointed in the quantity provided and they were affordable.“

“Staff is very welcoming & attentive. Food is amazing!“

“The atmosphere is the best part of Cafe Azzurro. Very good vibes for family dining. Service has been meh - they seem to get overwhelmed and prioritize large groups over smaller ones. Food is pretty good but Il Monello down the street has them beat in that category.“

“Food is fresh and delicious! Hats off to the Chef! Great atmosphere and friendly staff.“

“Fabulous food. Honestly don’t think there are many restaurants who can beat the food quality. If you haven’t tried it, you should.“

“Was there for the first time last night, what a wonderful experience! The service was great, Franchesca was very friendly and attentive and the food was absolutely delicious. One of the best Italian food I’ve ever had. If you are looking for great food and service, definitely visit this place!“

“This is a great restaurant. Great food, great service, lovely interior.“

“Great restaurant. The food is unbelievable and the people are super nice“

“Buen servicio, excelente dinner y aperitivos, mi familia todos contentos y en especial mi esposa la del cumpleaños. Gracias.“

“Beautiful inside. Food and service was Wonderful! 100% recommend!“

“5 stars ! delicious food - something for every. they will accommodate for different tastes ( vegetarian or gluten-free ) friendly staff !“

“Food was amazing … Fast and delicious“

“Really good. Pleasant outdoor seating. Loved the pretzel knots. Good beer, sweet potato fries for most part were good. Would have enjoyed a dipping sauce for fries and for my prime rib sliders drummies were good but could have used a sauce“

“What a delightful spot! The warm sourdough bread was amazing. Really good tricolor salad and house salad. Good fried calamari …the kind with the tentacles too, not just rings. My husband enjoyed cavatelli and broccoli and I ordered the meatballs but was too full to finish so we brought them home. Glad we stopped here and will return to try pizza next“

“Foods was good but obviously not true authentic Italian cooking.
Got endless pasta which comes with soup & salad. Serve was super pleasant and helpful with order and service. She even suggested getting another order of endless pasta, even though we were done, and we took it home as left over. She was great about keeping the bread and salad coming. You can usually eat for a reasonable price if you take advantage of the specials or are a member of their website and get emails about specials. Especially at lunch which is less expensive.“

“Thank you Sapori for the amazing food you made for my family Father's Day party! The Baked ziti was so cheesy good, the green salad fresh & crisp, bruschetta was crunchy & lots of topping, & shrimp scampi garlic yum! the service was so friendly! Many Blessings to your family from Ken & JoAnne Betz xo“

“Excellent food great service never disappoints highly recommend“

“Absolutely one of the best tasting pies around! Been going there for years. They also have a new garlic spread that is a MUST HAVE! Great to dip your slice in or have on a white slice. If you haven’t tried it yet, ask for it when you order a pizza! 🍕🇮🇹👌🏼“

“The best food, service, and reasonably priced. Family meals are a great value when you don't feel like cooking. I have also catered parties here. Thank you, for helping us out with our Girl Scout troop!!“

“Everything we have ordered from DaNapolis has been excellent...pizza, Chicken Francese, Shrimp Scampi, etc., everything is perfect. By far the best in the area.“

“This is our GO-TO place for catering when we have parties. They are so accommodating, they can make anything on or off the menu, great pricing, and they are truly appreciative for the business! Every single time we order, our guests RAVE about the food. We went out on a limb and ordered a large cheesesteak Stromboli last night and people couldn’t stop eating it. HIGHLY recommend!“

“This was my first time here and everything was great! Sandwiches, stuffed peppers, potato salad and the sausage wheel with provolone.“

“Best sandwich I have ever had! I highly suggest the Grilled Chicken with Fresh Mozz and Roasted Peppers. Cute and cozy place with friendly staff and great prices. I will definity be back!“

“Overall we enjoyed a wonderful meal. We ate at the bar and had a very good meal good service from the younger bar tender. The only negative was the grumpy older bartender who spent most of the time ignoring us and paying attention to his phone.“

“The food is awesome on both sides! Shabo and family are wonderful hosts! We love NY Pizza and Monte Casa!“

“I recently visited JOES PIZZA and had an absolutely fantastic experience! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. The staff was friendly and attentive, making us feel right at home. The pizza? Simply amazing. The crust was perfectly crispy on the outside yet soft and chewy inside—exactly what you want in a pizza. I tried their signature EGGPLANT PIZZA, and the combination of fresh ingredients and bold flavors was a delightful surprise. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients, and everything tasted so fresh. What really stood out was the variety of toppings and unique combinations. There’s something for everyone, whether you’re into classic Margherita or prefer something more adventurous. And don’t even get me started on their homemade sauces—wow! The portions were generous, and the prices were more than reasonable for the quality you get. I’ll definitely be back soon to try more from their menu. If you're in the area and craving delicious pizza,“

“Came in with a party of 12, food was fantastic and waitresses were attentive and friendly! It was a great dinner.“

“I went to Pezzo Pizza with three children under 5, and the staff was just incredible. They were so, so sweet and accommodating — not always an easy task with little ones, I get it! I felt completely at home, and so did the kids. The food was really good too, which made the whole experience even better. It’s rare to find a place that makes dining out with children feel easy and enjoyable, but Pezzo Pizza really delivered. We’ll definitely be back!“

“Carlos pizza is amazing, our absolute favorite pizzeria. We've been getting them for over 8 years. Recently I my food allergy escalated to the point where any exposure to it sends me to the ER. With that said, i haven't been able to order take out as its a major risk. I took a chance and requested them to exclude these ingredients from the pizza and to avoid cross contamination. They went the extra mile and made a safe pizza!! When you're not able to order pizza for months, this means the world lol. BIG THANKS TO CARLOS!! You rock! ❤️“

“Excellent food and service. Our staff holiday luncheon has been held there for years. The staff gets a choice - and their choice every years is to continue to go there!“

“Beautiful inside. The woodwork is fantastic and the painted clouds on the ceiling are. Cool.“