50 Best Italian Restaurants near Pennington

“Our food was delicious! Stuffed shrimp and veal with mushrooms in a frangelica cream sauce.“

“Visiting from out of town and this restaurant was recommended to me. I ordered the chicken francese with linguine. It was divine. The chicken was so good it felt like it was melting in my mouth. I highly recommend this place to eat. Especially this dish.“

“One of Pennington’s hidden gems! This adorable place may be located in a shopping center but don’t worry about that! The atmosphere is just perfect inside! The staff is friendly and inviting! Jen is amazing! The food is delicious and the drinks are just perfect! The spritzes are my favorite but there is something for everyone! Don’t miss out on the meat and cheese boards! They are a must try! Perfect for a date, girls outing or just an afternoon out! Can’t wait to go back!!!“

“Food is awesome but it's the service that makes this place better than just good. Tonight my car wouldn't start and someone who worked in the restaurant came out in the freezing cold to help me. It reminds me that there are good people in the world. Thank you!“

“Amazing food, and I ordered their lunch specials, cripsy chicken sandwiches, and fries, and it's definitely worth it. The service is fast. The chicken was prepared very well, and the grandma sauce was delicious. The fries that came with meal tasted very food. I will order from here if I am around this place. Definitely support this business. Good service, and they do have indoor and outdoor seating, a very casual atmosphere. Restrooms on premises, too. Small parking lot. The menu is robust.“

“We eat there often and are never disappointed. The food is delicious and the service is very professional. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. Additionally, I had a catered affair there for Chrismas Eve and it was wonderful. There were 19 people who are still raving about the food and service...which is so rewarding on a night that the restaurant was crowded with many groups celebrating.“

“I grew up in the area and this is my go to place when I am back in the area. I stop every single time.“

“Excellent“

“Wow! The food is excellent, the roasted peppers were amazing rivaling my wife’s and Mother’s! The fettuccine with spinach and shrimp was amazing. The taste of the spinach was amazing as if it was sautéed in garlic and oil before being added to the dish. I can’t say enough about this restaurant! Glad I finally found it!“

“excellent menu. food is soooo good! atmosphere awesome, staff excellent. our favorite local spot for almost 30 years!!!“

“Excellent food served with gracious hospitality. Definitely a night to be remembered!“

“We went to dine with this rag tag restaurant and the experience was awful. The waitress had no teeth and asked my son for his? At first we thought “hey maybe they are joking” then all of a sudden. They lady grabbed his front bicuspid. Needless to say - at that point we were concerned. Because we had a long day we were still hungry. So we stuck around. The next thing you know. The toothless individual brought another toothless friend and tried to get my tooth as well. At that point. We know. Time to get out of here. We were cooked. Unlike the food at this gross place.“

“We always enjoy our meal when dining at Tre Fratelli and the staff has always gone above and beyond for several group dinners I’ve either attended or organized here. This past weekend was no exception. Sabrina, along with the young man and young lady who worked along side Sabrina, were excellent! Very attentive and professional for a family dinner consisting of 18 people, ranging in age from 23 to 94 yrs old. Everyone was pleased with the atmosphere of the dining room, service and food. Highly recommend, whether it’s a dinner for 2; a large family:group dinner or a special event such as a shower.“

“Great local spot that consistently delivers. Their vodka rigatoni is a standout & is rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The seasonal specials are always worth trying as well. The location is convenient, the service is genuinely friendly, and everything feels welcoming and well run. An added bonus is the small market on site, which makes it easy to grab take-home items and enjoy their food later. A great place for both a quick bite and stocking up on quality prepared foods.“

“Wow! What a perfect meal for my Italian friend and I. Service was excellent and the food was absolutely delicious! We got the Broccoli Rabe Sausage app and the Mussels and Clams Fra Diablo. She got a pan fried Soft Crab special and I got my favorite Eggplant Parmesan. We took dessert home but are too full to eat it. Highly recommend! Great vibes inside and BYOB.“

“A true gem in Lawrenceville. I highly recommend this place to those who enjoy good food.“

“Call ahead or dine in. Either is preferred.“

“You will always see this place full of happy returning patrons and we are two of them. Food quality is fresh, tasty and reasonably priced. You have to try their Brick Oven pizzas. If you crave an American cheese hoagie, that is prepared on the best tasting roll in New Jersey, delicious cheese, and crisp lettuce and onions, try one of theirs. The very best that we have ever judged.“

“Robert and his staff made my son's 35th Birthday Celebration very special. We had 30 people for dinner at Leonardo's on October 24, 2025, all of them were very pleased with the food, service and atmosphere for my sons 35th Birthday Celebration. Our menu consisted of Penne Marinara, Farfalle Vodka, Chicken Parmesan and a Caesar Salad. All would recommend Leonardo's when dining due to the taste and the service of the staff at Leonardo's. The pasta just melted in mouth and could taste the chesses, or the sauces on the pasta. There was more than enough food for all. The Caesar Salad was a blend of crisp, creamy, tangy and savory favors working together to achieve a satisfying balance. All in All the evening was perfect, and I will be coming back to Leonardo's for future celebrations.“

“Food is delicious and we had the best service ever there!!“

“Outstanding food, great atmosphere and attentive staff.“

“Food and service was great .“

“Very authentic Italian food with good quality of ingredients and a nice departure from the typical Italian-American options that are more prevalent around this area. They have delicious focaccia and a liguria sandwich that is fantastic. Try the tagliatelli combined with mussels and peccorino.“

“excellent food, service and a beautiful restaurant.“

“August 3, 2024....Just had the most delicious meal in recent memory, the Stuffed Chicken Breast over Spaghetti Puttanesca at Amalfi's in Lawrenceville!!! Outstanding! MUST TRY!!!! If you are fortunate enough to get ANDRES as your server as well, you will have a PERFECT dining experience.“

“Celebrated my wife's birthday last weekend. Food was delicious, service was excellent...we will be back!!“

“Excellent food and service. My new favorite restaurant.“

“Good job! It really tastes good, and the service attitude is also very good.“

“Pepperoni pizza was delicious. First time stopping in, the slices weren’t selling me but I ordered a plain & a pepperoni and my first bite I was sold I didn’t even have to add garlic!! Will be back“

“Best Pizza in The Area!! 🙌“

“BEST pizza in town! Friendly staff, great prices, amazing menu!“

“I normally order from DeLorenzo’s “The Burg” location because it’s very close to me, but since they are closed on Mondays, I decided to try this DeLorenzo’s instead—and I’m so happy I did!!
Before placing my order, I called to ask whether they offered a chicken parm pizza. The person I spoke with explained that they don’t make that; however, he went above and beyond by offering to make it for me anyway. That level of customer service immediately stood out.
When we picked up the pizza, it exceeded all expectations. It was absolutely delicious—perfectly made, filled with chicken, flavorful, and truly a 10/10. You could tell care and pride went into making it.
Between the exceptional customer service and the incredible food, this experience was fantastic. I’m very thankful for the extra effort and kindness shown, and I will absolutely be returning. Highly recommend this location to anyone looking for great pizza and even better service.“

“We celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary here, and it was a magnificent experience from reservation to dessert! The food is indescribably delicious, and the service is first class. Our guests look forward to returning soon for their own experience. Thank you!!!“

“Food is good. & Excellent service from Nicole.Good to see people coming back to Tessara’s. A nice menu selection! A good place to check out !“

“Incredibly welcoming staff. Quaint and historic interior. The food is out of this world! Can't wait to get back there again for that Primo sauce!“

“Best customer service pick up or take out! Orders are always correct if not they will make them right. Greet food and price“

“I wanted to try something different so I decided to place a DoorDash order from here since I live too far for store delivery. I was pleasantly surprised. The food was absolutely delicious & fresh. I ordered the chicken noodle soup and Greek salad w/chicken & tuna. It was to die for!! I’m so happy I gave this place a try, it will be my new go to!“

“Great food! Excellent service.“

“Well the atmosphere was my house (delivery, LOL) but the last time I ordered, we had a cheesesteak and couple of slices of pizza for two. The pizza was delicious (which we both had a slice first and by the time we got to the cheesesteak it was still piping hot which I wasn’t expecting but pleasantly surprised by! That was delicious as well. My dog, who believes our food is also his food couldn’t agree more! But he left his mushrooms. Had I realized he didn’t like them I would have never have given them to them because even they were delicious! Anyway, so happy about it that I ordered a whole pizza this time and the pork belly fries. Great food always brings happiness! So thank you!! Their excellent reviews are spot on!“

“My Family and our ParkwayAutoBody Crew love this delicious Italian Food… But the Chicken Salad 🥗 There is no other…!!! GREAT PLACE for GREAT PEOPLE“

“first time eating there and the food was so good. will definitely be going back.“

“Delicious every time we've ordered. The pizza dough is fresh and the salads are beautiful. Attention to detail is rare these days and is greatly appreciated! Would recommend. (We order thru "Slice" and they've been good too)“

“I love going to Vinces. It's quick and easy. The staff are always super nice and the prices are pretty good. They also have a wide selction of italian food including cheesesteaks, pie and hoagies. there are also gluten free options which are nice. Definitely recommend if you're in the area.“

“Great make your own pizza event! Very friendly and accommodating family of owners. Generous portions and surprisingly nice desserts. Highly recommend!“

“Thanks for the great dinners. This is definitely my goto Italian take out or dine-in. BYOB is perfect too as I can bring exactly what I want to drink. Capisci! 😎“

“BRUSCHETTA = ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS Chicken parmigiana- if Angelo is making it, it’s 5⭐️ !! Meatballs rated by my 9 near old picky eater 5*“

“Had dinner here tonight. My husband and I agree that it was one of the best dinners we have had in a very long time. Service was amazing. Even the hostess was walking around helping! Also the banana cream pie was unbelievable!!!“

“The ST did not disappoint. We noticed a small change to the menu where the macadamia crusted grouper was replaced with a whitefish. The good news is it is just as good as ever. The chicken parm was also a winner. Great ratio of chicken, sauce and cheese! We will be back.“

“Friendly service and fantastic pizza. What a variety to pick from! I highly recommend this place. I was in town visiting family and came at my sister's recommendation.“