50 Best Italian Restaurants near Califon

“Had catering for a party and the food was excellent! Great job 👏 👏👏👏👏 from Tony and his staff. Plenty of leftovers!“

“We just moved to Califon and this is the first place we tried. Hit right on the spot! Their Spinach ravioli and Vegetable Dish Pasta is a must try! Their wine selection is amazing too! Would highly recommend trying the place and will definitely visit again and again! Bonus: they have gluten-free capellini tasted just like pasta without an aftertaste!“

“Good food. great service.“

“Very good pizza! Never had a problem with the service, usually pretty quick and if you order ahead it's often ready even a lil early which is great. No frills for sure, but the pizza itself is pretty killer.

Parking: It's a small lot but it's never been full in my experience.“

“Safe and yummy for my GF/DF daughter! Their extensive vegetarian, GF and DF options work well for our family's needs.“

“We had a wonderful birthday celebration meal here. Our server Rob was excellent!!!“

“If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! The food is absolutely delicious!!!! This Italian Restuarant, in my opinion, is the best in Clinton. The owners and staff are customer focused and if you need an ingredient changed in a dish ordered, they are more than willing to go the extra mile to make certain that you are satisfied. The atmosphere is warm and quaint which leaves one feeling very relaxed and comfortable. Be sure to dine in this restaurant, you'll be glad you did!“

“Got married there over a decade ago and have been coming out ever since. Many restaurants are good businesses and in addition to this, Demos and Jimmie show their passion for what they create. My fav is shrimp and scallops over pasta in a great cream sauce… steaks are great and Demos is a wizard in the bakery.“

“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!“

“Wonderful menu with a beautiful selection of delicious food. It’s hard to decide which one to order! Fresh and made the old fashioned Italian way, with love!“

“Best pizza in town. Also better than 90% of pizza in NYC. My family loves Enzo's Pizza.“

“Three of us dined there 6/27 and chose different chicken entrees. Each meal was exceptional. This BYO is better than many of the Italian restaurants in the area. Can’t wait to go back. All three of us agreed it was 5 star worthy!“

“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.“

“Hosted a party here today, service was exceptional food was delicious and a beautiful view of the river . I would highly recommend. The ravioli appetizer was amazing we also had the salmon. Steak and chicken every one enjoyed their meal !“

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

“We stopped in Clinton, NJ overnight on our way to New York City, and decided to give Dora restaurant a try, based on their good reviews. We all loved our meals! Both the mushroom ravioli and Dora ravioli were delicious, and the Chicken Parmigiana was a good portion and nicely seasoned. The special chocolate soufflé dessert was served hot and worth the published 15 minute wait time to prepare. There was a limited wine menu featuring local wineries, so we were not sure what to expect. The bottle of red wine we ordered was dry and very good! The restaurant is situated in the quaint downtown district, and well worth the visit!“

“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!“

“will eat there again!!!!!“

“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!“

“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“

“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!“

“Delicious food and friendly folks!“

“Omg. The best margherita pizza we’ve ever had! Such fresh ingredients and was such a delight. The lemon gelato was also scrumptious. Will be returning again to try something else. Bc we are sure everything will be great!“

“Best food ever I loved it“

“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!“

“Today was our first visit here and we will definitely be coming back. Their Sicilian pizza is super delicious. I can’t wait to go home and try their cannolis.❤️❤️“

“Not only is the food delicious but the people are wonderful! They always remember our name and make our kids feel so special. If I could give it 10 stars I would, can’t possibly recommend this place enough!“

“Pizza was amazing and calamari was out of this world“

“The best pizza in town“

“The whole Jackson family did an absolutely amazing job for our wedding. The appetizers were amazing, the BBQ truck was amazing, and the desserts were amazing. No more could be asked for“

“Union county in the house! The best pizza in the area here in warren county .Compares to none other. Tried them all in the 20 years since we moved here. We Always ask for thin crust and it never disappoints. Mangia mangia!“

“We recently had catering from Uncle Sal's Pizza in Budd Lake for our large Christmas party, and we were thoroughly impressed with the experience. Their catering menu is incredibly extensive, offering us a wide array of options to choose from. With a large number of guests and various dietary restrictions to consider, it was our first time hosting a party and having food catered for us. We collaborated with the restaurant to create a diverse menu that accommodated everyone's needs while ensuring we had just the right amount of food.We greatly appreciated the restaurant's guidance to prevent us from over-ordering. They delivered the food promptly and assisted us in setting everything up seamlessly. However, what truly stood out was the quality of the food. Every item was outstanding, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. Many asked where we had ordered the food, as it was not only delicious but also served hot and fresh.We will undoubtedly turn to Uncle Sal's Pizza for all our future catering needs. Their pricing was also very reasonable, making it a fantastic value for the exceptional food and service they provided. Uncle Sal's Pizza in Budd Lake is a reliable choice for making any event a success. Highly recommended!“

“Last night I had chicken francese at Franks. I like plenty of lemon tast and that is how it arrived Portion size allowed take home for today“

“Everything possible is made on site including the amazing sausage that was on our pizza 🍕“

“Very good Pizza and very friendly staff. We went as a group and they took care of us with no problem. When I am in the area again, this will be where I go to eat...“

“Edit: I have since had better interactions with the staff and food, updated to 4-stars.
Ordered this evening from Grubhub. They don't use Grubhub drivers, and instead send their own. Fine, I would usually prefer that. That said, they were a bit late - no big deal, but what is a big deal is that they almost left with my food. Doorbell rang and I was busy - came out a minute or so later and the driver was pulling out of the driveway without leaving the food. Thankfully I was able to flag him down before he left.

For the food itself:
Fried Calamari was a bit bread-y, but otherwise not bad.
Meatball Sub was really good - nice sauce.
I might go here again, but I don't plan on getting delivery again.“

“It’s a gem. If you haven’t been there, please visit.“

“DELISH! I ordered a full tray of chicken Parm and of baked ziti. My family devoured everything and asked to take a dish home. Very generous servings and delicious. The phone order was soooo nice and the delivery was timely. I would recommend for your next catering need.“

“While your food is delicious, your customer service need work. Some of the younger kids rush you off the phone and when you pick up your food its even worse. no thank you, no nothing. just sign here and they walk away. almost short of bring rude“

“Have been going here for years. The staff is always friendly and the food is good and consistent. They also offer specials some nights of the week. Would recommend trying them out if you haven't already.

Kid-friendliness: It's a typical NJ pizzeria, often see kids or groups of kids here. See many with families wearing baseball uniforms.“

“everything! they are the best around❤“

“I never give five stars for anything, as five star would be perfection. Guess what, this is the best Italian food I have had outside of Italy. Produce is obviously fresh and high standard. I'm a bit of a foodie, and I've eaten in some expensive restaurants that don't have food as good as this. I won't go anywhere else.“

“The food is always delicious, highly recommend the 420 Burger, and the chicken and Swiss panini, or the blackened ribeye. And just tonight I tried their special for a loaded baked potato and it was huge and delicious I hope they keep it on the menu. And the staff is always friendly and the delivery drivers are awesome.“

“Really great slice. I started visiting Chester 25 years ago as a young kid. The thinner than average crust at Bella's stood out to me even then, but still feels true to NJ Style pizza which I strictly classify and golden brown and crispy crust/bottom which achieves those wonderful golden brown micro bubbles. I'm normally skeptical of pizza joints which use a mesh tray to cook, however this place is quite the exception. The mesh tray might be their secret to that really awesome bake on their crust.“

“Frank's Pizzeria in Flanders, NJ, is one of my favorite spots for a delicious meals. A warm and friendly atmosphere greets you from the moment you walk in, making you feel right at home. The pizza at this establishment is absolutely exceptional; it is cooked to perfection, and it has the ideal proportion of tasty toppings and a crust that is crisp. It is clear that they use fresh ingredients, which is a significant factor that makes a difference. No matter if you prefer the traditional Margherita or something a little more daring, Frank's offers a wide range of alternatives that are guaranteed to live up to your expectations. Furthermore, in addition to pizza, the menu features an excellent assortment of Italian dishes, each of which is produced with the same level of attention to detail and flavor. Each and every visit is guaranteed to be a pleasant experience because the personnel is always friendly and attentive. Frank's Pizzeria is a hidden treasure in the province of Flanders. If you are in the neighborhood and have a taste for some of the best pizza or Italian cuisine in the area, I strongly suggest that you give Frank's a try. When you leave, you will feel content and want to come back!“