Romanelli's Pizza & Italian Eatery

Right as you walk in you can order. You walk down to pay. Sometimes it can be crowded and it seems a little confusing on where to get drinks and pay (if it’s your first time here) Old man with white hair rung me up, didn’t say a word, doesn’t say my total either. That was somewhat a throw off. I basically tell him what I ordered then just paid with no word or anything. People who prepped and had my food were more enthusiastic. The food is really good, especially the size and its price. Overall a good pizzeria in a lovely area.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 4

Best pizza place and Italian food in Madison. Family run for 3 generations. Great food, great prices.

Superb staff, cute area and great food! The person at the counter greeted the locals in such warm friendly way, I can tell they enjoy going there. He knew them by name. He asked me if we were there before, after hearing no he was prompt to tell us about the menu and what comes with what. Good prices also.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Best pizza in town

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Lovely atmosphere with amazing customer service. The person taking my order, Joel, was very helpful and recommended the penne vodka with grilled chicken. I’ve tried the same thing at various restaurants, and this one definitely beats them all! The penne was al dente and the chicken had perfect seasoning. The sauce was not too heavy nor was there too much. Also, I arrived at around 8:30, which is right before closing at 9. Joel kindly told me it was ok for me to dine in. Other places wouldn’t have allowed me to dine in. I recommend visiting!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Let me just say — Romanelli’s absolutely nailed it. From the moment I stepped inside, I was greeted with genuine smiles and that classic small-town hospitality that instantly makes you feel like family. The staff here aren’t just friendly — they actually care about what they’re serving and about the people they’re serving it to. You can tell they take real pride in their work, and that sense of warmth carries right through to the food.

When I opened the box, I knew I was in for something special. That aroma — fresh dough, bubbling cheese, and perfectly balanced tomato sauce — is the kind of smell that stops you in your tracks. What I found inside was a textbook example of what a New Jersey pizza should look like: a beautifully golden, slightly blistered crust with just the right char around the edges, a bright layer of sauce peeking through, and a smooth, even blanket of melted mozzarella stretching from slice to slice.

The first bite confirmed everything. The crust had that perfect crunch when you fold it, yet still soft and chewy on the inside — absolute perfection. The sauce was rich and flavorful, with that ideal balance of tang and sweetness, while the cheese had just the right stretch and saltiness. Each ingredient complemented the other, no part overpowering — just pure harmony in every bite.

What really sets Romanelli’s apart, though, is the consistency and care they put into every pie. You can tell this isn’t some rushed, assembly-line pizza. This is made by people who know what they’re doing, who’ve mastered the art of simplicity done right. From the crisp edge to the center of the pie, every bite delivered that nostalgic, old-school, New Jersey flavor that’s getting harder to find these days.

Whether you’re grabbing a quick slice or taking home a whole pie to share, Romanelli’s is one of those rare spots where everything just feels right — from the friendly faces behind the counter to the unforgettable pizza they serve. If you’re anywhere near Madison, do yourself a favor and grab a pie from Romanelli’s. It’s the kind of place that reminds you why you fell in love with pizza in the first place.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Last time I went here I thought I would try some food instead of pizza or a sandwich. Big mistake. I ordered the lasagna and it tasted freezer burned. Major disappointment.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

Last time I went here I thought I would try some food instead of pizza or a sandwich. Big mistake. I ordered the lasagna and it tasted freezer burned. Major disappointment.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 2

Service: 3

So I ordered chicken parmigiana dinner and asked for ziti noodles. They made the order sooo complicated, told me some nonsense about how “penne IS ziti” and how they’re going to send me ziti noodles, not penne, “they just call it that” ??? Only for them to send me my food and still give me penne. The chicken parmigiana dinner looked and tasted awful. NEGATIVE 5 out of 5 stars. Plain slice was also terrible. Very flimsy and oily. Wanted to give their pasta a try because I ordered their wings previously, and they were actually good. But never again! Like ever.

Food: 1

Service: 1

So I ordered chicken parmigiana dinner and asked for ziti noodles. They made the order sooo complicated, told me some nonsense about how “penne IS ziti” and how they’re going to send me ziti noodles, not penne, “they just call it that” ??? Only for them to send me my food and still give me penne. The chicken parmigiana dinner looked and tasted awful. NEGATIVE 5 out of 5 stars. Plain slice was also terrible. Very flimsy and oily. Wanted to give their pasta a try because I ordered their wings previously, and they were actually good. But never again! Like ever.

Food: 1

Service: 1

Stopped in for the meatball and pasta for lunch. The pasta was under cooked and already made. The meatballs were good, but they have to clean up the garbage cans in the back room which have hard sauce on them.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 2

An amazing team! Thank you for everything!✨

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Its pizza. Nothing special. Price is decent 2.75 plain slice.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 5

I got a spinach and cheese pizza cooked perfectly delivered in a timely fashion priced fairly the crust was perfect. Very flavorful with garlic, I am so glad to have found them. I’ll try their other foods as well. Enjoy!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Got a take out order of chicken broccoli pesto pizza. We loved it, probably the best pizza I had in NJ. The flavor and aroma is heavenly.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5