50 Best Italian Restaurants near New Vernon

“This HAD to be one of the best pizza I had in a long time. Rumors have it in the pizza world, is you ever wanna try a places best pizza always order a personal pie, that will tell you how they really are. So I ordered a personal Mushroom, Plain and a specialty one. Let me tell you this, IF you like a good crunch pizza..... On every bite.... Good flavor that stands tall..... This is the place to go.... ABSOLUTELY, so far, one of the best around.... This hole in a wall will surprise the s#$& out of you. Next time I will go for a full size pie and tell you how that goes....It will be interesting... I have been in places where I love there personal size and didn't like there full size....and let me add..... It was so good that I ate the personal Mushroom before I got home and I love down the road in Morristown... That's how good this wasI AM TELLING YOU if you like a crunch to your pizza, and you eat the whole slice.... This places personal pie is just for you....The two guys behind the counter was extremely nice... One had to be the owner, a bigger guy great personality and knew his stuff.... And the counter guy was just as nice and eager to help....So I have no dog in this fight.... Did I get lucky, maybe maybe not.... I will go back and order the large and definitely a person for the ride home.... It will be interesting.... But this is a true review.... Thanks to the guys who made the pies....“

“Such a great dinner spot! Came here with a two coworkers and were blown away by the service. Our waiter gave detailed recommendations that turned out to be delicious!! I got the ragú as my main meal and loved it, and the cabbage/shrimp appetizer was what especially surprised us with its flavor. It was a small and quaint spot with only a handful of tables, which created an intimate environment. I came from out of town but if I was local, this would be a go to for me!“

“In our search for a Sunday brunch outdoors, we ended up here and were blown away by the quality of the service and the food. From the moment we sat down, Luis and the rest of the staff attended to every detail and went above and beyond to create an outstanding experience. They generously provided recommendations and ensured that we were completely satisfied. The huevos rancheros and crabmeat omelette were flavorful and filling. We will be back to support our neighbors. Muchas gracias!“

“Changing my review because it technically wasn't fair. The decor was very pretty. The waitress was nice and my husband enjoyed his pasta even though it was not as described on the menu. My eggplant was not done well and my lack of finishing it should have raised concern with the waitress. Overall it was a pleasant atmosphere and the wine list was extensive.“

“Went to Jessica’s last night with friends. Absolutely beautiful restaurant and the food and service was amazing. What a wonderful addition to downtown Fanwood. The salads mussels meatballs chicken scallops all amazing. Make sure to make a reservation. THE BEST.“

“We were attending the Chiller Theater Friday night and knew it would be late when we would be leaving. We prefer local restaurants over chains when traveling so we googled "Pizza near us" and your ad came up. Ordering online was easy! Estimated delivery time of 45 min was acceptable. We met the driver in the lobby of our hotel and enjoyed a delicious hot meal at 9pm! We will definitely call again when in Parsippany!!“

“When I arrived with my 4 year old daughter, I realized this restaurant may be a little more formal than we expected and not a place that served many kids. However, our experience was wonderful, and I can’t wait to go back. The staff treated my daughter so nicely & made her feel welcome, the food was delicious, they had a nice wine list, and a lot of care went into every detail. This is how a restaurant should be. Everything we ordered was tasty & well prepared, we had a nice swordfish appetizer and whole branzino that was filleted table side. I am looking forward to going back & trying more of their menu items.“

“Great experience and food at That's Amore Trattoria! I had the linguine with clams (white sauce) and was not disappointed. Nice fresh bread with olive oil. Service was very good and attentive. Simple menu with some good specials. Would go back to try more. It's BYOB/W so bring a bottle or two!“

“LOVE this place. I have eaten hear several times. It has a great family atmosphere. The wait staff (which has been the same each time we go) are friendly and funny! They make you feel like you are right at home. The AUTHENTICATE Mediterranean food is EXCELLENT! I am already looking forward to go back again!“

“Absolutely love Pizza Da Napoli! The pizza is excellent - deliciously thin crust, amazing sauce/cheese, and the gourmet pizza options are top notion. Great salads too! Highly recommend!Vegetarian options: Great toppings for vegetarians, plenty of veggie options on menu.“

“I took my 90-year-old godmother out for dinner. There was an issue with the check, I want to give a shout out to Jeff, in management for handling our situation with professionalism, in a timely fashion and a smile.The Chicken Parm was great!!“

“I really really really like this place. I ordered penne (a form of pasta) with butter alongside my family, and I love this place very much. The penne is beyond the term exquisite and the butter with it was amazing. I can only say the downside is the physical appearance and even then I like it. It's a little cramped and it's relatively hard to navigate when with a group even though the place is small, but I genuinely love this place very much. Overall on a scale of 1-10, I'm giving this a 9.7 due to the small inconvenience of small size it that's what happens when your located in a strip-mall. Thank you for your service and food!!“

“Im in the business and wish i had the front of the house management and staff that consistently deliver the level of service found at Water & Wine. Fantastic menu, excellent execution, outstanding service, and fair prices. Nice fireplace near the bar and nice views of the Watchung pond from every table in the dining room.“

“Focacceria is our go-to restaurant! The food is always delicious, but maybe equally important is the staff! Everyone is friendly and accommodating,and we never feel rushed. They have an amazing outdoor area that I can't wait to get back to this spring!“

“I've been wanting to come here for so long, and for my Morris county friends who grew up in the Italian triangle (Belleville Bloomfield nutley) this is the best kept secret. This is the real deal, they even have nastos desserts from Newark. Super happy to order Easter pies from here and they stock my beloved San bernadetto iced tea! Owner and his family are super sweet and friendly.“

“Enjoyed a fantastic dinner at the bar. Plenty of space between the chairs & service was great! Loved the focaccia bread with the tasty dipping sauce. Mozzarella Frittata app was so light with a good pull of cheese. For dinner I had the Nonna's spaghetti with added meatballs (yum) & my husband got the chicken parm which he loved (huge serving!) & a side of broccolini that was excellent. We had enough to bring home for dinner tonight! For dessert we got the Zeppole's - a must have!! Definitely coming back. You can also come here & get a thin crust pizza which I plan to do next time as they looked so good! Great place for sure!“

“Visiting from Chicago and I have to say this was the best Italian sandwich I’ve ever had. I got the chicken milanese which was perfect because I love fried cutlets. It had the perfect balance of flavors with the roasted red peppers and other toppings. It was a big enough portion to satiate my appetite and gave me energy for the rest of the day. I’m sure any of the other sandwiches are also the best in their category. And you can see behind the retail front where they make everything in house. I’ll be back next time I’m in the area.“

“One of the best pizza’s I have had in New Jersey. It’s flavorful, thin, crispy and made fresh to order everytime. The owner takes pride in making sure every pizza that comes out the oven is made to perfection for all of his customers. Great spot for a quick lunch or a nice family dinner!Vegetarian options: Has many vegetarian options and if not, the chef can customize to fit your dietary needs“

“Do you like authentic thin crust Italian pie? I do! This is why I love their pizza. I love the bubble in the crust with just the right amount of cheese to sauce ratio. I always ask for very little cheese on my Margherita pizza and more sauce. They get it perfect every time. I liked it better than the pie I had in Naples.“

“Big C's Cheesesteaks are out of this world. The mushrooms, onion, peppers and cheese complemented the steak so well. Excellent bit of char of mush, onion and peppers for extra flavor. We hired Clemente to cater my birthday based upon a great friend's recommendation... and my man did not disappoint!!!!! Catering - ask for the Pasta Genovese - your mind will be blown. His meatballs and gravy are outta hand. My friend's still talk about his food months later. Not only is Clemente great chef but he is a great person! He preps, and presents....and the best part, he cleans your friggin' kitchen when he's done!! Love your food! Keep it up and you will do great things!“

“Came here on Pi day 3/14 for a large plain pie and a grandma’s pie. The plain pie is 11.00 and the grandmas was a little higher. The style is thin crust and does not disappoint. The woman behind the counter was super friendly and nice to talk to while we waited. The sauce is sweet but not overly sweet and the grandma pie was super tasty. I will be back.“

“Recently, I had the pleasure of attending a private event at Pucciarello's, an establishment that truly surpassed all expectations. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance set the stage for what was to become an unforgettable dining experience. The staff greeted us with warmth and professionalism, ensuring that every aspect of our evening was nothing short of perfect.The food at Pucciarello's was nothing short of amazing. Each dish that was served seemed to tell a story of its own, with flavors that were both bold and harmonious. The ingredients were clearly fresh, showcasing a commitment to quality that could be tasted in every bite. Whether it was the appetizers, main courses, or desserts, each dish was presented beautifully, marrying visual appeal with culinary excellence.“

“I've been here for a year, and just now do I discovered this most amazing Italian Deli.(Only 2.5 miles from my hotel)The owner SAl was Incredibly cordial and extremely hospitable apon my entering the store, he could pretty much tell I wasn't sure about what I wanted and offered me some samples and answered all my questions, so helpful.( I say customer service is not dead. You just need to go to the right joints )Everything looked so amazing. I decided on trying three sandwiches.1. Chicken parm. ( Incredible Delicious)2. Meatball Parm. ( Super Delicious as well)3. Pastrami on Rye. ( For tomorrow )4 Tiramisu. ( Dessert )5. Vanilla Cream SodaEverything was perfect!!!Hands down the best deli I've found in New Jersey since I've been here.All in all, I had an incredible experience at this Italian Deli! From Sal's hospitality to the delicious sandwiches and desserts, it seems like I've found a gem.It's great to know that customer service is alive and well at this spot in New Jersey!“

“Was at roses trattoria.for a first communion of my grandson.Owners are great.real italians.food delicious.great espresso.service impeccable.kids running around.never felt rushed.even after dinner when we hanged around the bar.will for sure come back..thank you Rose and Joe.“

“Love this place. Food and service have always been top-notch. The service is never rushed, even at a Christmas Eve dinner. Our server Brian is always fantastic, and has even spoken to my sister-in-law in Polish. She's Ukrianian and I think she loves the fact that someone would go to the trouble of speaking to her in a language she's comfortable with. Much appreciated.“

“We celebrated my mom's birthday at Dimaio's, and it was a wonderful experience overall. The BYOB policy was a nice touch, allowing us to bring our favorite drinks to toast to the occasion.The food definitely hit the spot, with each dish offering delicious flavors that pleased our palates. However, the only downside was the wait time, which was a bit longer than expected. Despite the wait, we had a great time celebrating and enjoying each other's company.“

“Puleo’s Brick Oven never disappoints! The food is delicious, We love the Chicken Milanese and the Chicken Murphy Special- and of course the pizza!! It’s our favorite place to enjoy a night out with a group of friends, family, or even on a date night! The owners and the servers are very friendly and attentive. They go out of their way to make sure you’re enjoying your meal. You have to go!!!“

“This pizza place deserves a solid five stars! The pizza is consistently delicious with a perfect balance of crispy crust, flavorful sauce, and quality toppings. The menu offers a variety of creative options alongside classic choices, satisfying every pizza craving. The service is prompt, and the staff is friendly, creating a welcoming atmosphere. Whether dining in or opting for delivery, the pizza arrives hot and fresh. Affordable prices and generous portions make it a go-to spot for pizza lovers. A must-try for anyone seeking a delightful pizza experience!“

“I am giving Lucco five stars, but with a caveat. First, their food is outstanding. That's why they deserve the five stars. And I believe most reviews should be based on the merrit of the food and not on "how long someone had to wait" or "all the meals didn't come out at the same time".Anyone who has been here knows that it is SUPER LOUD in there, hence the atmosphere rating.My biggest issue is their takeout. I understand wanting to prioritize the patrons on location at the moment, that's legit money being made right there, however, if they do choose to go that route, they should either stop or pause delivery and togo orders during their "peak" hours. It's frustrating to place an order only to have to wait 30 minutes for it to be "accepted" and then being told it will be another hour before it's delivered. For me personally, no big deal, however, I can see that being very offputting for the majority of the food ordering public. Just my two cents as someone who is now 47 and has been in customer service since I was 14, a good amount of that time in the food industry.“

“A huge thank you to the Ancona team for hosting our son’s baptism lunch this past weekend. They were incredible to work with, the food was amazing, and went above and beyond to ensure we had a great event. Will definitely be hosting future events there (and will be back for dinner soon)!“

“We came here on a strong recommendation from a family member. We were truly impressed with the quality of the food and the service. The menu offered many delicious classic Italian dishes, along with some elevated interpretations of the classics. We will absolutely return to try other items that this great restaurant has to offer! Do yourself a favor and eat here soon, and try the roasted pear salad.“

“Excellent experience! The food was very good and the service excellent. The owner Alfie was a pleasure to talk to, very interested in his customers experience. It was our first time dining there. We enjoyed the Burrata to start, the lobster pasta, veal chop and dessert. All excellent!“

“We had dinner in the dining room. A great space behind the pizzeria area in front. We were on the early side of a Friday night and they space for us, but would recommend a reservation. It was full by the time we left. Food was great. The fresh bread and mushroom app special was exceptional. It’s BYO and a short walk to wine store on south street. We met one of the owners who offered a suggested wine pairing for my entree. We were happy to learn they are passionate about quality and sourcing of their food. Shrimp is from gulf and not international where they destroy environments and abuse people. They grow their own fresh herbs in front window (yes those are for the kitchen) and with grow lights in a closet. Looking forward to coming back to try the pizza.“

“A delightful dining experience at this BYOB. Probably the friendliest service we’ve encountered. Next door to a wine shop if you forget. Stuffed mushrooms were excellent, earthy with a very nice sauce. Specials of seafood w linguine (clams and crab) and a Parmesan chicken (chicken martini) were excellent. The homemade tiramisu was delicious and fluffy, to melt on the tongue. Excellent dinner. Service was perfectly paced.“

“This place is a home run no matter what dish you order. Great service, with an even better product. I’ve had pizza all over the world, but their Margarita pie reminds me of the old country. You can taste the great fresh ingredients, and my son loves it even more than I do. If you haven’t been you must go! I love this place!Kid-friendliness: They treat my kid like the prince that he is. :)“

“First time in this area and grabbed some pizza to-go. Classic pepperoni pie with buffalo chicken wings. Order was fulfilled expeditiously by the friendly staff. Pizza was tasty, a bit greasy, but ingredients seemed fresh! Wings were moderately breaded, with good taste as well. Seems like they have some seating inside but we were in and out. Would return.“

“The service was fantastic! Very attentive staff. And the restaurant itself is lovely. I also can't say enough about how delicious the food was. Their fried calamari was the best I've had in a very long time. Italian cuisine with vegetarian options. Everything from the appetizers to the dessert was fantastic and everything arrived to our table nice and hot.“

“The best pizza in town. Delicious ,tasteWas unbelievable. Like Grandma use toMake. The staff was so helpful and friendlyI had the Margarita pie. Beautiful. Presentation. Loved the freshness ofThe basil on top. My. Sister and I wereSo happy with everything. The Argula saladDelicious. The desert cheese. Cake creamyTasty and delicious. Going back again.That is for sure. Paulette Kloos Of Basking Ridge Nj. and Vivian Gallagher of Basking Ridge Nj. Thanks again. Love this Restaurant.“

“The ladies were so helpful taking care of my baby! They happily held and rocked her during my friends bridal shower. The vodka penne was amazing and I enjoyed my chicken Francesce. The bartender makes a good green tea shot. We will be back!“

“Been meaning to review Table 42 many times before. I have the honestly say, the food, the staff and environment are delicious, super friendly and very accomadating. The atmosphere was relaxing and the live musician was the perfect background. I've had apps, entrees and their thin crust pizza and would recommend every dish on the menu. Highly recommend this Dover NJ gem. Enjoy!Parking: Parking located behind restaurant“

“Stopped by Palermo's with the family for the first time. We wanted to grab a regular pie, but ended up trying out a Fat Sandwich, a large pie, a few other slices, and a Caesar salad. The pizza was fantastic and their cheese is delicious. The sandwich was very good and the salad was one of the best I've ever had.We dined in and the staff was very accommodating. We also spoke with the owner who was very helpful and friendly.We thank you again for a wonderful experience from the food to the service. We can't wait to order from Palermo's again!“

“The food here is DELICIOUS! We didn't have a reservation (this place books fast apparently, so make one!) but were kindly seated in between reservations. The bread in the beginning with olive oil was perfect, drinks were delicious and the main event was amazinggggg. Get the chicken parm!! This is the Italian restaurant you go to when you want a filling and flavorful Italian meal. The decor inside was lackluster but am looking forward to dining outside when it gets warmer out under the pretty lights.“

“1000000 stars. Everything is delicious: from the pizza, the sandwiches; the salads. The entrees are delicious and authentic: I come here everyday for lunch: they serve a hot steam table which consists of a protein and a pasta. It changes daily and never disapppints. Sometimes they'll have up to 4 options.I LOVE this place.“

“Loved pizza before, but cant anymore due to recent health issues. Love that this place has "no cheese" and "light sauce" as options! I know that "isnt pizza anymore", but it's closer to pizza than I recently have been having!Dietary restrictions: Options for no cheese, less sauce, etc. Excellent!Parking: 20 spots shared amongst a few businessesWheelchair accessibility: There is a ramp“

“The food was excellent. We were a party of 8 celebrating my daughter's college graduation and all 8 of us felt the food was delicious. Portions were large enough where we had food to take home. Even the bread was exceptional. We were treated like we were special despite the fact that it was crowded. Our waiter and staff were excellent and very friendly. Will definitely go back!“

“I caught up with my friend here yesterday and so glad we chose this place. We were there for over 4 hours. They let us stay as long as we wanted. Everyone there was so nice and the food was delicious. Their pizza was some of the best I have had in Jersey. Highly recommend.“

“This place is fabulous. The food and service amazing - the atmosphere is gorgeous but on a Thursday evening had a number of very very very loud tables so it got hard to hear conversation at ours - but it is NJ so guess to be expected.Street parking or municipal lot only.“

“First time here since May 1979! It was my go to place in college. Great location and plenty of parking. The pizza was exactly as I remembered. Thin crispy crust and just greasy enough! Pepperoni only was also excellent. Same family still owns it. I found an old checkbook; late 1975 and it was $3.50 for a large pizza delivered!“

“Burrata, rice balls, gnocchi, stuffed chicken over wild rice, veal chops with spinach and risotto. Apple crisp and berry pie. All of it was better than I thought it would be, all on point and delicious. No picks of the burrata it didn't last long enough. The quality was excellent, but I wish it came with some greens. I should have been coming here all this time.“

“Our family discovered Dante's in 1993. Tommy and I enjoy going for dinner, but our family has catered so many parties there; most recently our granddaughter Aria's Christening on 2/17/24. We have catered our younger daughter Alex's communion, our Michelle's bridal shower, my Mom's 90th birthday and my 65th birthday there three years ago. Lisa has always gone above and beyond, and especially working w/Michelle who lives out of state; making Aria's christening perfect! We can't thank her and her staff enough for making my granddaughter's Christening fabulous on Saturday! The Vitale and Nolan Families“