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!“

“Luna Rossa’s food is absolutely wonderful!“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

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

“Food is Delicious. Nice Place.“

“We've dined at il Forno numerous times and have loved every meal. Portions are large and delicious, and you are never rushed.

Last weekend, we had the il Forno pizza truck for our son's rehearsal dinner and it was outstanding! They served a variety of delicious pizzas and just kept them coming for 2 hours. Service was perfect, there were many compliments from guests, and no one left hungry!

I would highly recommend them for any event!“

“My brother and I just had a memorial service for our parents and we went to Espo’s for a luncheon after the church. This place is amazing and Nick the owner treated us like royalty. The food was the best Italian food I’ve had. Nick and his staff made our celebration of life for my parents wonderfully memorable. I live in Colorado, but I will definitely visit Espo’s for a meal next time I’m in Raritan NJ. Thank you Nick“

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

“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!“

“We had a wedding rehearsal dinner here on 8/22 and could not have been happier with the experience. The wait staff were excellent; friendly and attentive but not intrusive. The food was delicious and the outdoor seating area was just lovely. Everyone had a wonderful time and thoroughly enjoyed their meals. Thank you so much for making our night so special!“

“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.“

“Went here for date night on Wednesday night and was super impressed! Beautiful decor, delicious food - we had the tuna tartare app, tuna entrée and gnocchi entrée, then their dessert special - pistachio ricotta cake. It was all phenomenal! BYOB, but it's attached to a liquor store. We'll visit again and get a bottle as well. Highly recommend!“

“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.“

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

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

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

“Food was amazing … Fast and delicious“

“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!“

“I had a fantastic experience at Olive Garden thanks to my server, Kayo! From the moment we sat down, Kayo was welcoming, friendly, and attentive. He took the time to explain the menu and offered great suggestions based on my preferences. His service was efficient, and he really made our dining experience enjoyable. Kayo's positive attitude and professionalism truly stood out, making the meal feel special. Highly recommend asking for him if you're visiting!“

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

“Went here on the recommendation of a co-worker, who knows the owner.
This place did not disappoint.
It has a small wine list that covers some areas. They have some very good South American labels.
The food was delicious. Our party tried the gnocchi, Parpadelle Bolognese, Sea Food Fra Diavolo, Penne ala Scampi.
The portions were not skimpy and everyone enjoyed their meals.
Give this place a try it will not dissapoint

Kid-friendliness: Saw familes in there young kids who were well behaved

Wheelchair accessibility: Ramp from parking lot goes to the entrance.“

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

“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.“

“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!“

“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“

“Stopped here for lunch. Food was excellent and very much enjoyed the antipasto bar. Place was very clean and welcoming and service was great. The only thing we didn't like was the boardwalk pizza- zero flavor so that was a little disappointing. If we are in the area again, we would definitely stop here for lunch or dinner for their delicious meals, salads and antipasto bar!“

“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 place is an absolute gem!! Food and service were absolutely outstanding we used to go to Jersey City to get food like this and it's better here I can't believe I didn't try this place earlier it's right down the street from us but I always thought it was catering only but it's not it's a regular restaurant with a bar area and everyone is so nice they have an outside tables area the parpadel was top notch I may never go anywhere else ever again!!!“

“So far so amazing this is our first experience“

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

“Gio's came with recommendations, used them to cater my Mom's 85th birthday party. Everything was ready on time and the food was delicious!!!! I will be using in the future for sure! Thank you ..Mom loved it and was so happy and surprised!“

“Excellent food great service never disappoints highly recommend“

“Best food ever I loved it“

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

“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“

“Tried Carlo’s for the first time and got a 1/2 grandma 1/2 grandpa pie…..delicious!!!! So tasty!!! It also smelled amazing on the drive home. Got the sautéed broccoli which was also really good….loaded with flavor. Can’t wait to go back again!“

“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! 🍕🇮🇹👌🏼“

“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,“

“My boyfriend and I visited from out of town. We really enjoyed their pizza. Our favorite was the buffalo chicken and bbq chicken pizza. The men in there were friendly. We'd go back. :)“

“My favorite place in town to order pizza from, and get delivery at least once a week. The young staff who takes the orders and usually does the deliveries are very polite and respectful. Prices have been quite reasonable. Food arrives when expected, and without any errors to the order. Most importantly, ordering from Ridge makes for a predictably delicious meal, every time.“

“Fantastic couple who owns and operates the restaurant. Love the base red sauce flavor, warning though that it’s on the sweeter side.

Great pizza. Wife loves the penne vodka.

They also make Italian desserts for the holidays for takeout sale.“

“best food in Chester hands down! I recommend this place to everybody“

“Amazing food always!! I wish I could remember the name of the server but I had him today around 1pm. He did an amazing job! He was very kind to my mom and I. He also made sure to check on us! That means a lot because I was having a rough day and having good service help make it better!“

“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!“