46 Best Italian Restaurants near Hopewell

“3/27/24 - my 1st visit to this fabulous gem Italian Restaurant: Antimo’s. So worth the short trip from Flemington on a Wednesday evening! Max the server — sweet and charismatic, kudos to Antimo the chef. The eggplant parm was a huge hit with very large portion (took over half home) and the margharita pizza was divine. (two meals worth from the “individual” size). Staff surprised friend with a candle in a cannoli for a special birthday. Cannoli was the best birthday cake! Dined in but also ordered steak stromboli and meatballs to bring home. They both smell Devine in car on way home! Highly recommend and I will be back! Definitely recommend checking this place out for a fabulous meal — dine in or take-out (cute, quaint dinning room has a humorous surprise parked in the corner!)“

“This place is a hidden gem . We were there the other night with 5 people and everyone loved the food they ordered. We have been there a couple of times since it changed ownership and it’s great. It seems to be empty except on the weekends and I have no idea why. Maybe because it’s a few miles out of town. It’s more than worth the drive in my opinion !“

“Our local "go-to" eatery. Dined at the bar. Generous and delicious portion of lasagna for me, and calamari and clams casino appetizers for my dining partner. Only disappointment was limited interaction with server and bar staff last night. Used to more socializing with staff on other visits. Overall, a satisfying experience and great meal. We'll be back!“

“We had an amazing meal at AMA tonight. Sat at the bar and was able to chat with the owner. He told us about growing up in Italy and how he worked to renovate the restaurant himself.Everything we had was delicious. Arancini, Parma pizza, Cacio e Pepe, and homemade lemon gelato.The outside seating is gorgeous in the warm weather. Highly recommended!“

“This joint was jumping on a Friday at 6:30. We would have been turned away without a reservation. The pork chop scarpariello, short ribs and filet were excellent entrees. This was a birthday celebration, which is why we went a bit high-end. This venue at this time of night might be a bit noisy for some , but no complaints here - just an excellent meal!“

“Best pizzeria in Flemington, blows Virami's out of the water. Crust was thin and had a nice crunch to it, sauce was perfectly distributed throughout the pizza (not heavy, not light) and the cheese was layered generously over the pie. Would 100% recommend.Kid-friendliness: Very laid back old fashioned atmosphere. Plenty of chairs with tables and booths with tables.“

“A new restaurant in our bedroom community of Hillsborough, NJ, Mama Fanti is a place you don't want to miss. We went around 6:00 on a Friday night and were seated even though we didn't have a reservation. We found the food VERY flavorful! I really liked the sauces which must have some "secret" ingredients because they tasted better than what I have grown used to. We had a stuffed zucchini appetizer, three mains, a salad and a dessert for around $150.The salad was plenty for sharing. The eggplant Parmesan was interesting. I'm used to very thinly sliced eggplant with lots of breading, but Mama Fanti's was thickly sliced, nicely breaded with a delicious sauce. The veal cutlet topped with arugula was great, but the chicken dish (see below) was out of this world. I'll get that next time I go. We finished with an incredibly light tiramisu (one serving for all three of us).“

“We ordered catering to pick up for a collegiate softball team and family members. Jessica and her catering staff were extremely helpful and very responsive. My questions were answered generally within an hour. All of our needs were accommodated as well. When we served the meal, all 48 guests were extremely satisfied with the quality of each item and all left very happy (and full). I would absolutely use Piccolo Trattoria again for my catering needs and would recommend it to others.“

“This. Places. Is fabulous ! Really good. The food. And service is top notch ! I love hing thing. About or his gem hubby got filetop mignon wiith Gorgonzola cheese iii had the stuffed chicken breast. Own/...prosciutto d propped wwith tomato cream sauce Deli hb. Our newnfav place“

“My kids have grown up on Virami’s. When they were little, Virami’s was the friendliest place to take them and the food was always amazing. Jersey pizza ? done right! And as they got older they still went to Virami’s on their own because it’s a community staple AND it’s that good. Virami’s is my go to when the family needs dinner & I can’t cook or need a break from making dinner ? I’ts always a hit in our house big time. Garlic knots, salad pizza and of course the classics. Something for everyone from the best pizza spot in the area. Hands. Down.We are so lucky to have Virami’s in our town & it is always delicious. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“My husband I had dinner here last week. I've heard great things about this place and it did not disappoint! We shared the burrata appetizer and omg it was delicious! Wished I had a little more bread. We also shared the sangria salad and it was huge and fresh and very tasty! Our main course was the vodka penne. Yum! We took home a slice of Nutella tiramisu. I'm not a Nutella fan but I love tiramisu. It was ok. I was surprised that the restaurant was smaller than I expected. But the decor was very nice. I wished the lights were dimmed a bit. Our server was pleasant and helpful. Seemed to be the only person waiting on tables, running food and handling takeout orders (of which there were many). He did a great job! We will be back for sure! Many more delicious things on the menu to try!“

“We drive down to get their honey mustard chicken pizza all the way from Philly. Their pizzas are delicious and GIGANTIC. Especially their specialty pizzas. We made that mistake and got an entire pizza on Christmas Eve and could not finish it…had left over for days! They are insanely large and loaded with all kinds of delicious ingredients! Their prices are also pretty standard but definitely much cheaper than city prices. Customer for life!!!“

“A 30 year, small family owned business, that's a mixture of pizzeria and Italian restaurant with indoor and outdoor seating. Tonight, I stopped in for the first time and was cheerfully welcomed and felt right at home. The menu had a wonderful assortment of great looking entries. But I decided to try one of the specials, the very flavorful and savory Chicken with portobello mushrooms sun-dried, tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella in a white wine sauce over penne ($23.95). Service was great with friendly and attentive staff. If you're in the Hillsboro, Princeton area, this is a must try. Dine in or takeout, I think you'll be impressed too. Follow me on yelp or on Insta @noodlesoupr. As I travel the world and search up the perfect bowl of noodle soup.“

“Really like this place! Admittedly, Flemington isn’t really a destination for foodie’s, but there some real gems in this town, and Dolce def holds its own.The food is very good and I LOVE that it’s BYOB. The menu might seem a bit limited (for instance, they use the same ingredients - like veal cutlets - in a number of dishes, but prepare them in different presentations). I can understand that given rising food costs, thankfully the specials add diversity. Had some world-class grilled octopus over white beans and spinach, the flounder franchise was legit too - will def be back“

“We were only in the area due to a wake. We took a chance and man, we didn't regret it. The rustic decor, great food, and great service (Thank you, Terry) are wonderful reasons to stop by. First they dropped off the most delightful garlic bread that was fillwd with butter, parm and garlic that warmed my belly. I ordered a grilled shrimp and chicken over beans and escarole special, which was delish. My husband ordered the veal chop, which was cooked to perfection.“

“I drove past this place after delivering something for work next door. I never saw or heard of the place before, even though I lived in Ewing for school for 4 years and currently work right in Lawrenceville now. The outside atmosphere of the place looked very historical and warm. I decided to look up the menu and thought it looked good, so I brought my girlfriend here for her birthday. Neither of us knew what to expect. When we walked inside, we noticed the restaurant was cozy with a nice bar and a few tables to sit at. The music was playing faintly and was a calm and relaxing place to celebrate her birthday. The food was great too, french onion soup was one of the best I ever had, and our pasta dishes of penne vodka and seafood fra diablo were cooked very well. The waitstaff was great and the whole experience was worth the visit. Would definitely come back and recommend to others.“

“Service was very good. Staff very friendly. All Food courses were delicious and came out hot, fresh and was delicious! I had the Bianca ? chicken with cavatappi special. Amazingly tender chicken and the sauce was exquisite! Atmosphere was OK but bathroom was neglected and needs a lot of work cosmetically.“

“I was craving Italian pasta, so I did some research for good Italian that isn’t ridiculously expensive. This is what I landed with. I was very happy. Reasonable prices and likely the BEST rigatoni vodka pasta my husband and I have ever had. The sauce was perfect (not too salty or sweet and a perfect balance of cheese and tomato flavor). I added chicken, and it came with a lot. The soup and bread that it came with were fresh, warm, and delicious too. Definitely would come back!! The workers were also nice. Great place“

“We went there with another couple who had raved about. Lived up to the billing. It looks like an old school restaurant that you'd find 30 plus years ago. They were extremely accommodating for gluten free items. There was literally not a bad bite of food. I was so focused on savoring every bite that I missed out on taking a photo of anything. I can't wait to take my other family members with gf restrictions who can finally enjoy really great Italian food.“

“The pizza was amazing, along with the staff. They were all so friendly when I came in for a pickup. They all greeted me, and I felt bad for leaving them after that, with now wanting to stay, eat, and hang out some. The food was killer like I said, and I'll come back for that, but it's great when you meet people that make you want to stay.“

“We regularly get food and have done catering a few times now, everything is always fantastic. Joe, his family and team are great. You really get what you pay for and quality is number one here. Good food makes a good party and they nailed it. Thanks!“

“Caffe Piazza was a big, welcoming surprise in its unassuming location. Not since I've been in Italy have I had a similar dining experience. Welcoming atmosphere, the wait staff was exceptional - knowledgeable, attentive, courteous, helpful and friendly.The food - I dipped my bread in the olive oil and upon tasting it, immediately noticed that this was really good olive oil, and it went uphill from there, everything we ordered and tasted, looked, and was, delicious.The house salad came out and my wife and I both agreed, this may be the tastiest salad dressing we'd ever had! I don't know what was in it!My grandmother was from Calabria, and she could cook, and I grew up eating her sauce, so I never get the Sunday dinner (Stofato Special) at restaurants as I'm usually pretty sure I'll be disappointed. I gave it a shot and it was excellent. The meatball, sausage and braciole were tender and tasty and the sauce was scrumptious over the fresh made pasta. I was in heaven. I cleaned every drop of the bowl with my bread.The other 3 diners ordered a fresh pasta with a tomato cream sauce, a seafood dish and a chicken with vegetables dish and every single dish looked so good, I am thinking I'm going to have to go back at least 3 more times to try them ?Had the pistachio gelato for dessert. Just full of pistachio flavor, and that creamy gelato texture that makes your tongue dance, savored every bite.I ordered a cappuccino, which upon tasting it, also lifted an eyebrow as it was exceptionally good.After dinner, the owner, who is from Italy took pride in telling us about their ingredients, their philosophy and their roots in Calabria (no surprise!). He also shared that their family has been serving up delicious meals here for 29 years, that's just amazing. Just like back home, he offered some Limoncello to end the meal which sealed the deal.If you've been to Italy, or if you haven't, check this place out and you'll feel like you were.“

“When my stepbrother and his wife arrived for a three day visit they mentioned that it would be her birthday while they stayed with my wife and I. As residents of Lawrenceville, having a birthday dinner at Vidalia was an automatic choice. Our Restaurant Week special prix fixe menu was delightful, delicious and beautifully presented. The service was excellent. The tall candle on the Tiramisu was delightful. My only quibble is that the main dinning room can be quite noisy, making conversation difficult.“

“The very best in pizza, subs, the only place i trust to make me a good meatball without that nasty under taste you get from most restaurant meatballs.Family owned and operated, been coming here since I was a kid. I moved away some 10 years ago and somehow the brothers remember me when I stop by which is whenever i'm in town. I love th“

“If you want Italian pastries or custom cakes this is the place to go! Ordered a cannoli cake for my mom’s birthday and a tray of her favorite pastries - it was so delicious! Rose and her staff are always super friendly. Highly recommend.“

“I've been going to this restaurant for over 5 or 6 years. The atmosphere has definitely gotten better, but thier service in the restaurant isn't great. I visited last week 1/29/24. There were four of us with no one but another couple in the restaurant. We saw the waitress 2 times. Too busy talking and hanging with management . She looked like his daughter and she was not minding the table. Bar service is nuch better with John.“

“In New Jersey it's easy to be a pizza snob with authentic goodness being spun on virtually every street corner. Yet, the chain pizza joints who have captive audiences in flyover country continue to inexplicably thrive and prosper within the east coast pizzaria mecca. Inconceivable. That said, Marco's ain't bad. No, it's not quite up to the bespoke goodness of a foldable Neapolitan but it had taste and was downright lavish with the pepperoni. Not only was I surprised but more than a little impressed. So, if your goal is to procure a Eucharist wafer slathered in pizza chain indifference there's always Dominos. However, if you want a real pizza and the Giuseppe Brothers aren't available you could do far worse than Marco's. A surprising four stars in Jersey. Five stars in Iowa.“

“We have gotten take out and dined in many times. We are always amazed at how good their Latin food is and their Italian food. The menu is so big and diverse and we have never ordered anything we didn’t like. The prices are so reasonable and the portions are good. The staff there is also so kind and pleasant. Love this place!“

“Always great, fresh dinner (or lunch) options for the family or guests when you don't have time for a lot of dinner prep! Love their sauces, soups and my kids won't eat any other brand of raviolis having grown up eating Lucy's for 10+ years. Salads are fresh, sandwiches - and they do a great job catering large and small orders as well.“

“Planned my daughter’s baby shower from Florida with Sam and it turned out better than we could have imagined. Sam was so prompt with returning calls/emails and gave me suggestions to best accommodate the party from planning from afar. Being my family and a lot of friends are Italian, they are choosy with food and Villa Maria exceeded our expectations. The service staff couldn’t be any more attentive and courteous than they were. Being a lifetime Hamiltonian, Villa Maria was high on the list of venue choices when we began planning this event and having confidence that all would be as wanted , My daughter and son-in-law couldn’t have had a better venue than Villa Maria. Thank you again Sam for your professionalism and personal touch.Michele Rossi“

“We were there for dinner on Valentine’s Day. The atmosphere was great, loved that we could bring our own wine, and had great service. The filet mignon, Bob’s seafood, bread and dessert were all phenomenal. The only thing we wouldn’t recommend is the lobster bisque. It didn’t quite the hit the mark and had no pieces of actual lobster in it. Everything overall was wonderful though!“

“Absolutely superb Old Fashion (Trenton Style) Tomato Pie!! Crisp, full of flavor crust with zero "flop"! Chunks of tomatoes in a semi-sweet, yet bold sauce, went perfectly with the correct amount of cheese! Worth the 40-minute drive, Salerno's Pizza is definitely within my top five places to get a tomato pie!“

“When you walk in the vibe is relaxed, warm, and inviting, as if you were having dinner in a friend's kitchen. There aren't an overwhelming amount of choices but there is something for everyone. While you wait for your meal, enjoy the delicious flatbread. I am on a diet but everyone else loved it. What is delivered to your table is absolutely delicious. My daughter, who has eaten there before, raved about their house dressing. How excited can one get over salad dressing? It was so good. She ordered the Parpadelle Meat Sauce. She loved it. It was a lot so she took half of it home. Her boyfriend had the Apricot & Walnut Salad. It looked delicious and he really enjoyed it. As I mentioned, I am on a diet so I was happy to see the variety of salads. I ordered the Pasta Fazool, yum, and the Beet & Goat Cheese Salad; I added Shrimp. It was delicious, especially the shrimp, well seasoned, and they weren't cheap on the beets or goat cheese which made me happy. It was topped with that salad dressing and, my daughter was right, it was delicious. My husband, whom we affectionately refer to as "Bob the Food Snob", had the Frutta del Mar. He always sends his food back but loved this dish. The pasta is fresh, the sauce perfectly seasoned. We ended the evening with zeppole shared for the table. It comes with Nutella. My daughter's boyfriend joked that zeppole filled with cannoli cream would be outrageously delicious. I ordered that and the Nutella. I expected the cannoli cream to be typical. It was really light. Yes, I had a taste because they were all talking about it and dessert is my thing. Brad was right, zeppole and cannoli cream is delicious. Put that on the menu! We are going back!“

“I was born in Genoa and I miss my land every day. As well I miss the real Italian food. Thanks God Francesca and Le Kyosk exist!! Truly amazing Focaccia and all the sandwiches I’ve tried so far (I guess 5 different ones). The quality along with the kindness made me really feel at home.Thanks Le Kyosk Team!Vegetarian options: You can personalize your sandwich the way you want“

“Love, love, love the food here. I'm a pizza snob and I haven't found a better pizza in the area. It doesn't stop there, though. The sandwiches are fabulous, namely the Buffalo chicken wrap and the appetizers have been great as well.“

“Three families went here for dinner celebrate my son’s birthday. The food was so good, but honestly it was the staff that overshined everything! They were so friendly, so accommodating, and so kind to all of our kids. The owner was so accommodating and so warm to all of us. I can’t speak highly enough about how great the staff was. We don’t live nearby but when we are here we will for sure go there for dinner.“

“I am a big fan of this place for probably the last 15 years not only because they make great pizza and I am a New Yorker but they have specials that they have kept consistent for Price even in this inflation economy which deserves some appreciation and loyalty. Two slices not just plain but anything they have on the counter and a drink for $5 and on Sundays a large plain pie for $10 cannot beat that deal please patronize them“

“Leonardo's consistently surpasses our expectations, not only with their regular offerings but also with their special events tailored to our group. Robert and Magdalena's dedication shines through in the delicious food and warm, homey atmosphere they create, making every visit an unforgettable experience.“

“Needed a spot to meet a business colleague. The food and service were top notch. Presentation was great. Nice having a liquor store next door to pick-up a bottle of wine. Only issue was that it was very loud. They really should invest in some noise dampening items.“

“We had a beautiful and delicious night here! Our waitress Erin was so sweet and attentive. We really enjoyed every aspect of our meal, from the drinks to the appetizers to the meal and dessert. Nice atmosphere, great service and all around a nice night.“

“Reluctantly called about 30 mins before they closed tonight, got home from work late, still hoped there was time to get a cheesesteak delivered. Thankfully, they were happy to help. First time getting a cheesesteak from them and wow I am impressed. They whipped up a nicely stuffed cheesesteak on a lightly toasted sub roll. Was perfect and delicious, also came to my surprise with cajun fries which were also great. 10/10“

“You know the deal… Daddy David Portnoy told the public this place was AN 8.9. So you know me and Rj had to spin the block to Princeton. We got a large pie and devoured it like frickin animals. Unfortunately because of the crispness of the slice, Rj’s sperm count became a little too low and he died. Rip Rj. 5 Stars!“

“I love the food at Capuano's. I'm always satisfied with my meal when I'm there. On my most recent visit, I had the Chicken Capuano with a side of Broccoli Rabe. The sauce with the chicken was very flavorful and the chicken was tender. The broccoli rabe side was wonderful. It was crisp-tender, filled with garlic and I actually loved that it was cut into smaller pieces so I didn't have to struggle trying to cut it myself. It can be a little unruly. I also enjoyed their cannoli and a decaf cappuccino with dessert. The interior is no frills but it's clean and the wait staff is competent. Our food came out quickly too.“

“Best pizza and cheesteaks in the area. They're ALWAYS BUSY ON THE WEEKENDS so plan on it. I'm about 10 minutes away from them and it's always an hour wait for delivery but it's WORTH IT! The food is great and the portions are good.Call in your order bc sometimes the prices are off. And the site charges more for delivery.“

“This was my first time- found the restaurant online and checked with TCNJ grads who ‘approved’ the choice. So I took my son & 3 of his friends for his 21st birthday. We were VERY pleased - the service was friendly and timely, despite the restaurant being busy. Chicken saltimbocca, chicken parm, lasagna and appies (stuffed mushrooms and cheese bread) were abundant and delicious. The penne vodka sauce was passable but would not order it again here. Overall, great find and I’d definitely return.“

“Not a bad pizza but nothing to write home about. 10 times better than Chimney Rock across the street. I moved to Flemington in 1984 and there was only one place to get a good pizza pie and now there's at least a half dozen places for great pies (though there are more than that in number of pizzerias). Sinatra ranks up there with one of my favorites. The cheese on our pie was a little off in colors which made it obvious that it was from two different lots, perhaps different manufacturers. Part of it was super yellow and the other was super white. Odd. I will continue to eat here but my all time favorite is still Taste of Naples mainly for their quality of cheese.“