Matthew’s just never disappoints. From the food to the service to the beautiful atmosphere in the restaurant. We recently had an event catered and that was also fantastic. Cannot recommend enough.
Tight place, so if you don't mind rubbing elbows, this place has great food, great service and clean classy ambience. Delicious no matter what you order from the menu, so go and squeeze yourself in you won't regret it.
Jordan C.
Wow, a true hidden gem in the heart of Clifton, I've been at hundreds of Italian spots in Jersey and this one is absolutely magic! The rigatoni is homemade in the house, and it definitely shows, I got mine with Cajun chicken and vodka sauce. Melt in your mouth. Delicious! My day got the shrimp Parm, with the homemade rigatoni as well, and he was in love! A full bar I will definitely be back! And a full bar !
Deborah L R (Debbie)
Ambience and staff members were very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Artichoke
Akriti M.
Came with Mr. for my birthday dinner no reservations available but luckily we got seated upon arrival. The place was too tight as it was crowded but we enjoyed the hustle and the full occupancy made the place more warm and comfortable. We were starving so ordered mushrooms and clams to begin with. I don't know why the mushrooms looked burnt ( see picture) but they tasted soooooo good! Highly recommend those!! Clams were good too. Then we placed the order for the mains but it took a long wait for the order to arrive. Can't blame them as the place was too full!!! By the time the order came, we were starving so thankfully the food was good. Pasta with shrimps was light as Me. wanted and my spaghetti was spicy as per my taste! The portions were huge so we had to get those packed. We were eyeing our neighbors dessert , the cannoli looked yum but we had a huge quantity of coconut cake waiting at home so we had to skip ordering dessert ( I wish it was true that calories don't count on your birthday!) all in all a tasty end to my day
Lisa M.
We had a delightful dinner celebrating our daughter's birthday. We called ahead to find out what time on a Monday night we should arrive to avoid crowds and they offered to hold a table for us even though we were only 4 people. When we arrived, everyone was so welcoming and gracious. Matthew even greeted us directly and they sang happy birthday with a candle when dessert arrived. We loved it, felt so welcome and appreciated for our business and the food was comforting and delicious. What a gem, support local always and they definitely deserve it, enjoy!
Deborah L R - Debbie -
Excellent atmosphere and service.Food was delicious.Plenty of parking Reasonable
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ivy colon
Wow, a true hidden gem in the heart of Clifton, I’ve been at hundreds of Italian spots in Jersey and this one is absolutely magic!The rigatoni is homemade in the house, and it definitely shows, I got mine with Cajun chicken and vodka sauce. Melt in your mouth. Delicious! My day got the shrimp Parm, with the homemade rigatoni as well, and he was in love!A full bar I will definitely be back!
The food smelled amazing, but I expected better taste, especially since the place was so crazy busy and many of the patrons seemed like longtime, repeat customers. Inside is pretty and staff were nice but it was so loud you couldn't hear your own thoughts. Forget about finding parking, especially on a busy night. Uber there and back if you can. Prices are decent. I'll try it again but have a feeling my rating won't change.
Everything we ordered was top notch. The Cesar Salad was crisp and fresh. The ravioli was great, with a lovely cream sauce. The steak was perfectly done. The brocolli rabe, hot peppers and potatoes were the exact right side dishes for the steak. The tiramisu was rich and sinfully good. And the bar gave a great pour. Friendly service, a low-key, friendly vibe, and easy parking. This place is all in all a dynamite place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gordana Blaze
After a distressing day, all I wanted was my favorite comfort food. I googled best chicken parm in the area and came upon Matthew’s. It was a busy Saturday night and there were no seats available, so I ordered takeout. Matthew himself took my order and offered me a drink while I waited. Needless to say, the reviews were spot on. The chicken parm is amazing!!! The food is delicious and Matthew was generous and kind. I will certainly be returning to this “new to me” gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parm
Lyn P.
This young man has a goldmine!!! Matt is the nicest guy and really cares about his restaurant. The food is always good and the place is always packed. It's always a good time at Mathew's!!!
Nunya B.
Excellent meal. You can tell owner takes pride in his restaurant. Went with a large group and tried a lot of things. They were very accommodating. Highlights- stuffed artichoke - the stuffing was divine and perfectly garlicky Chicken Parm - subbed vodka sauce - delicious! The chicken was perfect, sauce delicious, pasta good! Panna cotta - soooo flavorful vanilla beans in it and great texture. The stuffed mushrooms were good too. We'll definitely be back!
Excellent meal great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Matthew’s just never disappoints. From the food to the service to the beautiful atmosphere in the restaurant. We recently had an event catered and that was also fantastic. Cannot recommend enough.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggplant Rollatini, Chicken Marsala
Tight place, so if you don't mind rubbing elbows, this place has great food, great service and clean classy ambience. Delicious no matter what you order from the menu, so go and squeeze yourself in you won't regret it.
Wow, a true hidden gem in the heart of Clifton, I've been at hundreds of Italian spots in Jersey and this one is absolutely magic! The rigatoni is homemade in the house, and it definitely shows, I got mine with Cajun chicken and vodka sauce. Melt in your mouth. Delicious! My day got the shrimp Parm, with the homemade rigatoni as well, and he was in love! A full bar I will definitely be back! And a full bar !
Ambience and staff members were very good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Artichoke
Came with Mr. for my birthday dinner no reservations available but luckily we got seated upon arrival. The place was too tight as it was crowded but we enjoyed the hustle and the full occupancy made the place more warm and comfortable. We were starving so ordered mushrooms and clams to begin with. I don't know why the mushrooms looked burnt ( see picture) but they tasted soooooo good! Highly recommend those!! Clams were good too. Then we placed the order for the mains but it took a long wait for the order to arrive. Can't blame them as the place was too full!!! By the time the order came, we were starving so thankfully the food was good. Pasta with shrimps was light as Me. wanted and my spaghetti was spicy as per my taste! The portions were huge so we had to get those packed. We were eyeing our neighbors dessert , the cannoli looked yum but we had a huge quantity of coconut cake waiting at home so we had to skip ordering dessert ( I wish it was true that calories don't count on your birthday!) all in all a tasty end to my day
We had a delightful dinner celebrating our daughter's birthday. We called ahead to find out what time on a Monday night we should arrive to avoid crowds and they offered to hold a table for us even though we were only 4 people. When we arrived, everyone was so welcoming and gracious. Matthew even greeted us directly and they sang happy birthday with a candle when dessert arrived. We loved it, felt so welcome and appreciated for our business and the food was comforting and delicious. What a gem, support local always and they definitely deserve it, enjoy!
Excellent atmosphere and service.Food was delicious.Plenty of parking Reasonable
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Wow, a true hidden gem in the heart of Clifton, I’ve been at hundreds of Italian spots in Jersey and this one is absolutely magic!The rigatoni is homemade in the house, and it definitely shows, I got mine with Cajun chicken and vodka sauce. Melt in your mouth. Delicious! My day got the shrimp Parm, with the homemade rigatoni as well, and he was in love!A full bar I will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Eggplant Rollatini, Hot, Absolutely, Chicken Marsala, Chicken Parm, Shrimp Francese
The food smelled amazing, but I expected better taste, especially since the place was so crazy busy and many of the patrons seemed like longtime, repeat customers. Inside is pretty and staff were nice but it was so loud you couldn't hear your own thoughts. Forget about finding parking, especially on a busy night. Uber there and back if you can. Prices are decent. I'll try it again but have a feeling my rating won't change.
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Great people and even greater food.
Everything we ordered was top notch. The Cesar Salad was crisp and fresh. The ravioli was great, with a lovely cream sauce. The steak was perfectly done. The brocolli rabe, hot peppers and potatoes were the exact right side dishes for the steak. The tiramisu was rich and sinfully good. And the bar gave a great pour. Friendly service, a low-key, friendly vibe, and easy parking. This place is all in all a dynamite place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
After a distressing day, all I wanted was my favorite comfort food. I googled best chicken parm in the area and came upon Matthew’s. It was a busy Saturday night and there were no seats available, so I ordered takeout. Matthew himself took my order and offered me a drink while I waited. Needless to say, the reviews were spot on. The chicken parm is amazing!!! The food is delicious and Matthew was generous and kind. I will certainly be returning to this “new to me” gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parm
This young man has a goldmine!!! Matt is the nicest guy and really cares about his restaurant. The food is always good and the place is always packed. It's always a good time at Mathew's!!!
Excellent meal. You can tell owner takes pride in his restaurant. Went with a large group and tried a lot of things. They were very accommodating. Highlights- stuffed artichoke - the stuffing was divine and perfectly garlicky Chicken Parm - subbed vodka sauce - delicious! The chicken was perfect, sauce delicious, pasta good! Panna cotta - soooo flavorful vanilla beans in it and great texture. The stuffed mushrooms were good too. We'll definitely be back!