Bell Paese Deli Pizzeria and Trattoria
196 Franklin Ave #5, Nutley
(973) 667-8232
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Wow these guys are so friendly and patient and kind! The garlic knots might have been the best o ever had. They made custom slices for the kids which they loved.
Kid-friendliness: Very kind to kids.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Knots
Great place! Great food! And free family entertainment...
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great pizza great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Post Covid, it seems like the Marinara Sauce in NJ has become somewhat like what they serve in California. Hence, I was happy to learn about Bell Paese (196 Franklin Ave Nutley NJ), a place known for their sauce and fresh seafood,
I walked in Bell Paese and right away noticed Scungilli and Calamari in Marinara Sauce on the menu. Still somewhat skeptical, I ordered a slice of pizza. Indeed, both the crust and sauce were different. One slice and I was a believer.
I next requested Joe (one of the owners) to make me a Scungilli & Calamari Sub. After some 10, maybe 12 minutes of robust discussion, Joe convinced me to try their Shrimp Parm Sub instead. Dominick (the other brother and co-owner) offered a sample portion of Spicy Mussel Marinara for being a good sport.
Let me pause here and tell you that a sign at the counter at Bell Paese warns you that yelling, and screaming are possible (think, “The Bear”). The sign requests you to ignore everything, to sit back, and enjoy the food. For sure this is a family run establishment, the emphasis is solely on good food.
The Shrimp Parm Sub was exceptional. Amazing sauce.
The spicy Mussel Marinara was out of this world good. It was made by Dominick. Joe assured me that the next time I visit, the Mussel Marinara will be better because typically he makes it. Needless to say, we had another round of robust discussion as to who, Joe or Dominick, makes a better Spicy Marinara.
I cannot wait to go back for the Scungilli & Calamari and also for Zupa de Pesce. At Bell Paese you get real food, made by real people. Places like Bell Paese are hard to find. Go there with an appetite, enjoy the food and enjoy the company.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fun atmosphere. Great Italian restaurant. Speedy delivery.
Very personable owners. Just like grandma's cooking.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was great! The staff was great!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best chicken parm and cheesesteak in town
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Food The Atmosphere the Food.The menu the pizza the tuna pizza the pepperoni pizza the sandwiches the Cannoli chocolate chip the best Omg !!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pepperoni Pizza, Garlic Knots
incredible food. large portions, staff & delivery people are the nicest! Like having a piece of Italy in your backyard. Need I say anymore!!!
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ate here as I arrived at my Dr's appointment early pizza was great prices are reasonable I will be back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Great
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Società Oriundi Castellani's Meeting and Different Types of Pizza, Sicilian, Rollatini, Calamari Salad, Lasagna, Grilled Chicken Salad, Garlic Knots, Baked Penne, Pepperoni Pizza, Pasta Vodka, Bruschetta Pizza, Mixed Salad, Broccoli Rabe, Mozzarella Sticks, Extra Cheese Pizza, Eggplant Rollatini, Shrimp Bisque, Pepperoni Bread, Sicilian Pizza, Stuffed Pizza with Vegetables
Worst food I have ever tasted. Maid me sick to my stomach.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Gave me the completely wrong order, I ordered a half pepperoni pie/ half buffalo chicken pie, it was cut wrong and I was given cheese instead. I called to get some kind of a solution and was yelled at by the manager. Asked for a return on the tip I left and he told me he wasn’t going to give me any money back and “to do whatever I want” whatever that means. Pizza tasted horrible as well and looks miserable like the man who made it.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
If you go in don't mind the yelling, they have a sign that goes into detail but it's a good show, just two brothers bickering and making great food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food, really an enthusiastic staff of real Italians. Quite vocal with back and forth chatter.Portions are generous and always tasty.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Grilled Chicken Salad, Garlic Knots, Baked Penne, Mozzarella Sticks, Extra Cheese Pizza, Eggplant Rollatini
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