“The food was absolutely amazing. The ambiance was delightful and the service was great. We ordered the lobster bisque and French onion soup as apps and it was the best we have ever had in our lives. Creamy, decadent, and flavorful without being overbearing. Our entrees were the mushroom risotto and the seafood sensebastion and these were also incredible and nice portions for the price. All in all it was a wonderful night and dinner. We will definitely be back.“
“Claude & Joe Branda are amazingThey’re accommodating with last minute reservations even when their books are full.Their staff is amazing for the big parties & for the small tables - lot of local kids - which is great they support the local community.I live in nyc & I know the food I get at brandas is probably better than what I get in the city.Love having family gather there - & the food is out of this world.It’s BYOB which is also niceDon’t miss out on the shrimp with garlic sauce“
“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.“
“Heading to Hopatcong State Park and my husband remembered this little pizza place made excellent pizza. He brought out 3 slices. I'm from NY, my mom is from Brooklyn, we know pizza. I have to say, this pizza tastes authentic homemade; especially the crust. And good mozzarella too! I do not typically like sweet tomatoes sauce, but this one was spot on. Will definitely be back!“
“Absolutely insane experience at Rosie’s!!! Wow!!! Food was SO delicious, and the ambiance was great too! I ordered the grilled octopus which was to die for, surf and turf and the most delicious chicken parm I have ever had. It was so good I had to buy some of Rosie’s famous sauce to take home :)I can’t wait to come back with some friends!“
“This is the best Italian restaurant in the area. Not only is the food delicious, but the staff is just so kind. Every time we come here we feel so welcomed and well taken care of. Truly love supporting this business and so glad we found it when we moved here!“
“Service was quick, attentive, personally attentive and professional.Food was delicious. I recommend their bruschetta, the homemade bread was amazing. Great balance with the balsalmic vinegar, exceptional taste.We can't wait to comeback and see the new dining room once construction is complete.Parking: Depending upon the time of day, parking can be a challenge. There was plenty of spots in front on the street at 4:30 pm on a Tuesday.“
“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....“
“Came here 2 years ago 10 minutes before closing and made an offer on pizza they most likely planned to throw out. I paid 20 bucks for 5 boxes of miscellaneous high end pizza slices they were going to get rid of anyways and went home a happy man, me and my buddies smacked on decedent, delicious, classic Italian pizza for 3 hours straight and it was the highlight of our trip to NYC (we got pizza on the way back) One of the workers there watched Dragonball Z and we complimented one of the drawings he had drew on the wall of a character from the show. The whole staff was super nice and loved serving us. I will be coming back here in the future.“
“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.“
“The gentleman at the counter knew the customers by name and vice versa. I ordered an x-large pie to go, grabbed a Coke and tried a slice on the ride home. WOW....this pizza is exceptional! Friendly staff. Clean and relaxed atmosphere. I will definitely be back. If you haven't tried them, do yourself a favor. You wont be disappointed. If you like pizza, this place is for you. Wish I ordered two.“
“Today was the first time we ate out on a Holiday. Having Easter dinner @ Portofino's was the BEST!! We enjoyed a delicious meal, wonderful service and atmosphere without any 'clean up'. The food was served hot and appetizing. It couldn't get better. The entire staff was pleasant, accomodating and attentive.“
“Last year: Good food, great service, and a comfortable atmosphere. Great find!A year later, I was in the area and went back. It was once again really good.If you are looking for a comfortable atmosphere and food that is straightforward, hearty and good, then I highly recomend Charlotte's Web.“
“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“
“We have been coming to the Windlass for years so when our son requested that it be the venue for the rehearsal dinner for his recent wedding, we were happy to comply. It did not disappoint! Food, service and atmosphere were all excellent. We were excited to show our out of state guests how beautiful NJ really is. Thank you to Donna and everyone involved.“
“I love their sauce! One of my favorite pizzas in the area. My bf and I also love their tortellini carbonara and one meal is more than enough for us to split! Their chicken wings are good too. And if you’re looking for something a little different, try any one of their sandwiches (hot or cold) on a panini. You won’t be sorry. I enjoy the cheesesteak panini.“
“This place is amazing! The pizza, wings, macaroni, and pasta salad are all out of this world. The owner made sure that the oil was changed before making my wings, because after cooking eggplant, the quality of the oil was not up to her standards, which I greatly appreciated. I had mentioned to the owner that I had just moved in and before I took my food to go, she was kind enough to offer me paper plates, which I desperately needed, top notch customer service.“
“Meet up some old pals for dinner, good food and service also no rush on dinner, they let us hang around and catch up on life.Parking: Large!Kid-friendliness: We were kid less there, but there were other children around.Wheelchair accessibility: Nice ramp up into the building.“
“Welcoming staff and the owner is always hands on.Cozy atmosphere with a bar. Food comes out hot. Live music on Fridays. We have been several times and Im hoping they address my one peeve. Though I appreciate cleanliness, the smell of whatever product they are using is so strong it lingers the entire meal. Go to a product not so toxic and scented so we can enjoy the food w/o the oder.“
“Searching around the area for pizza 2 places came up I decided to stop here . I was met by the owner on her own making pizza , garlic knots and a few more things . What a hard working woman. The pizza was amazing , the garlic knots amazing . My coworkers loved their meals . She chatted with us for a little bit , gave a little history , and how she takes pride in what she does and what comes out that kitchen and oven . Definitely recommend this place . Keep doing a great job and thanks for the great customer service . See you soon !!!“
“This place is excellent . In the center of Netcong and there pizza and dinners are excellent always . The service is great and the staff is very friendly. It’s worth the drive from where we live driving half hour for great Italian food . If you’re looking for a great Italian pizzeria & restaurant run by Italians this is the place to go. Food is always good !“
“Excellent restaurant with high quality food and daily specials. Nice variety of mixed drinks with a cozy bar. Relaxing and friendly atmosphere with nice clean decor. Ask for Heidi when you go!! She was an attentive and outgoing waitress. The bar pie is the best in the area!!! Looking forward to making this restaurant our go to place!“
“Owners are friendly and always nice, especially to the little toddlers. Pizza is good, as well as their other dishes including salads. Small and quaint atmosphere with several tables. Service is great.Parking: It's in a mini-mall so always available parking.Kid-friendliness: They love the little ones. ?“
“Absolutely adore the owners . Food is literally Manhattan quality gourmet food to me . That's where I'm originally from . Lol . The owner is amazing hands on , he cooks he is fully hands on with each customer ALWAYS !!. His daughter is a beautiful delight to have as waitress an everything she does not only being such a fun young woman she does anything needed around the family restaurant. I'm always given something free while I'm there an treated as I personally know these beautiful humans. I do not know them! Just an amazing experience all around . Must try“
“Landed here by chance but it was our lucky day we did. The service and the food was phenomenal. Marianna was a sweetheart, and she attended to our needs very nicely.We had Muscles and two different pastas, and they were all out of this world! We live in North Jersey and I have not eaten such fresh and delicious food up there. Yes it’s a hole in the wall but you can go to a fancy restaurants that overcharges you but will not give you this kind of authentic flavors!Looking forward to coming back every time we come near here.“
“Excellent! Staff allowed us ample time to sit and visit even after we'd eaten. They did a fair amount of rearranging tables around us, but as it was Easter I realize things had been set differently to accommodate groups that day. Food was delicious and service was attentive“
“I’ve never had anything but excellent pizza from Sorrento’s. It’s a very solid, local pizza place. I always order it in advance and then walk to pick it up and the guys in there are always super friendly. If you are picking up, it’s easy to park on the street right in front and pop in a grab your food. All I want from a regular old school pizza place is good pizza and Sorrento’s never disappoints.“
“Causal pizza restaurant but not like your typical pizzeria. It's located in an old house. Friendly staff. Pizza is some of the best in the area! The fettuccine carbonara is also one of their best pasta dishes! Also able to get packaged goods to go. Full bar as well.“
“I’ve probably gone here 100+ times in the last 5-10 years whenever I’m in the area. Every time I order the Chicken Parm Sandwich. Consistently on point. Loaded with Parm so big plus if you love cheese. The owner and service has always been extremely friendly and accommodating. My favorite takeout Italian in the area.“
“My wife and a good friend ate at Mia Nonna's yesterday. I have never given a restaurant a review because I never felt compelled to. That changed yesterday. The first thing we noticed was the fantastic attitude of the staff. Eager and constantly at our service. Then there was the food. Excellent and generous portions. And served HOT! First, we started with an order of the Fresh Fried Calamari. Shared 3 ways it was excellent. I had the veal saltimbocca. As another reviewer commented, I got two very large portions of veal, pounded so thin it was almost as thin as the prosciutto. Served with broccoli, carrots, and roasted potatoes. One of my favorites when dining Italian. This was one of the best. My wife had the special veal dish and my friend had the penne alla scampi. Everything was excellent. We finished with dessert, home made creme brûlée, spumoni bomba (strawberry pistachio and chocolate gelato covered with chocolate). The wait staff was excellent and always there meeting our needs. And equally important to seniors with hearing aids, it was quiet with gentle background music. A very pleasant dining experience. We have definitely added Mia Nonna's to our "weekend night out" list. We will be back soon.“
“Very nice place for food and drinks, waiter was somewhat slow, due to understaffing,tending to very large birthday party. Otherwise on other days, pretty good service and drinks. Try them, you'll become a regular in your first visit.Parking: Good parking and handicap accessible.Kid-friendliness: Very kid friendly, go there, you'll see!!!Wheelchair accessibility: Access by wheelchair, very accessible, ramp in rear of building also, front entry will also accommodate a wheelchair, level first floor.“
“We frequently order from Enzo's for our office, not only is the food excellent the service a fantastic. Always consistent, always reliable. We love Enzo's if you haven't tried them yet, you are missing out. Everything is delicious and fresh. You will not be disappointed make them your go to for everything from Pizza, salads, sandwiches and more! I cannot say enough good things about this restaurant the owner and his son are absolutely wonderful.“
“I ? their pizza, always perfect. Garlic knots, Zeppoles, meatballs are fresh and service with a smile. It's always clean. ????Vegetarian options: Although I am not a Vegetarian there are plenty of suitable options on the menu to accommodate.Kid-friendliness: Frank's has always been kid friendly. High chairs if needed and employees ? to see them as well.Parking: Definitely plenty. Easily accessible.Wheelchair accessibility: There's a good sized lip in sidewalk for any wheelchair. It appears to be very safe access for anyone.“
“I Have coming to Valentino,s Pizza From The First Day since I was in Oakwood Village Apartments and I Have Been back There Many,Many Times Since .And I Can tell You That I Feel You Will REALLY,REALLY BE Happy There and The Staff are Really Nice Also & I CAN Say I GET ALONG WITH All of Them and Call All of Them Friends & I THINK You Will Also .So That,s Why I,m Going 2 Give My Favorite Place Valentino,s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant 5 Stars and I Bet You Will Also after Your first Time & I Can almost Guess that You Will GO BACK Also Just as I WILL DO MANY, MANY MORE TIMES Also .SO TAKE MY ADVICE AND I DO HOPE YOU GO IN Valentino,s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant Soon To Enjoy The Staff and The Atmosphere &;The Out of This World Food which is Homemade.So That,s Why Valentino,s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant Says ( Love at First Bite ) . AndBecause I Love It Ohhh ! Sooo ! Much I Will Go Back Very Soon MYSELF .I went Back into Valentino,s Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant Today 2/15/24 so I could get some of That REALLY GOOD Food I got a Few Nice Hugs From My Favorite Friend & I am Referring to The Best Friend I am lucky to get To Know Joe and I will be back to My Favorite Place Valentino,s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant a lot so I Can Have Dinner and I Can see Joe ( My Favorite Friend/Buddy) & I think Valentino,s Pizzeria is like a Family to Me and as I said I think You Will think that also“
“Solid elevated Italian, in a charming house in historic Chester. We met friends who frequent Benito's and really enjoyed it. Despite the cold winter weather outside, it was warm and cozy, and festive for the holidays inside. Starter Asparagus Parmigiano - coming from California, we don't typically see asparagus in the winter, but it was delish. Main Course Cavatelli Calabrese for me! Ricotta pasta with sausage, broccoli rabe, cherry peppers in garlic and oil - hold the peppers Cavatelli with broccoli is my go-to pasta and reminds me of my Grandma. I must order it whenever it's on a menu. It sparks joy and floods me with happy memories. I asked for no peppers but my friend got it with peppers and loved it too. The guys tried a few of the veal dishes and licked their plates clean. Dessert We ended the night with classic, delicious cannoli, lemon cake, and espressos. This is a BYO restaurant so be sure to bring wine if you want any. The friendly staff will open and pour for you.“
“We had our daughter's birthday party at the YMCA last weekend (also highly recommended) and they mentioned Paisano's as one of the local eateries to order food from. Well I'm glad they did because it couldn't have been easier!Ordering a few days before (pizza and chicken fingers) took no less than three minutes and all my questions were answered. Granted, I didn't have many questions, but yes, the chicken fingers come with honey mustard on the side.The delivery was on time - which was very important considering the time frame in which the kids were eating at the party.The food was delicious.It was fairly priced.What more can you want? Five stars, highly recommended.As an aside, I always chuckle when reviewers write something along the lines of "usually a huge fan" or "I'm not one to leave bad reviews" and didn't previously take the time to write a positive review. Sharing my positive experience took no more than five minutes. Also, the owner replying to each negative review is also a positive.Anyway, A+ pizzeria in my book.“
“We recently had catering from Uncle Sal's Pizza in Budd Lake for our large Christmas party, and we were thoroughly impressed with the experience. Their catering menu is incredibly extensive, offering us a wide array of options to choose from. With a large number of guests and various dietary restrictions to consider, it was our first time hosting a party and having food catered for us. We collaborated with the restaurant to create a diverse menu that accommodated everyone's needs while ensuring we had just the right amount of food.We greatly appreciated the restaurant's guidance to prevent us from over-ordering. They delivered the food promptly and assisted us in setting everything up seamlessly. However, what truly stood out was the quality of the food. Every item was outstanding, and our guests couldn't stop raving about it. Many asked where we had ordered the food, as it was not only delicious but also served hot and fresh.We will undoubtedly turn to Uncle Sal's Pizza for all our future catering needs. Their pricing was also very reasonable, making it a fantastic value for the exceptional food and service they provided. Uncle Sal's Pizza in Budd Lake is a reliable choice for making any event a success. Highly recommended!“
“Went to Forte last night for the first time in many years. We don't live close, but was traveling to a dinner party in the area. There was ample food for everyone and food was enjoyed by all. I especially enjoyed the linguini with clam sauce, which included a plentiful portion of chopped and shelled clams. We look forward to our next visit to Forte.“
“I had this pizza five days ago and I’m still thinking about it. I’ve bragged to at least a dozen people how good it is. I was just passing through Dover for business but I’ll try and squeeze in a slice every time I’m passing through.“
“Best wings in the area. I always get the slammin hot and ask them to add some sauteed garlic to the sauce. It's a game changer. Great family restaurant and bar. I've had drinks with adults and had wonderful family meals with my toddlers. Great service and the prices are reasonable.“
“Nice, cozy spot, family restaurant with a nice bar. My daughter loved her ziti with meatball. My wife really enjoyed her chicken over pasta, and I was surprised by the quality of the prime rib king cut. The prime rib was fresh, tender, and juicy. It was a bit under seasoned, but it didn't matter at all. The quality of the meat was really impressive. There was no photo of dessert, but the apple crisp was warm and delicious.“
“i came here for the first time for pizza, and everything was pretty good, except for the bbq chicken. don't get the bbq chicken haha it isn't great. the other pizzas are definitely worth buying though!what i really loved about this place though, was the stromboli. i am no stromboli expert, but i thought it was phenomenal. definitely recommend.also, the service was great! really friendly staff!“
“I have never done a review , good or bad but I had to for Cinders. What a great experience. From the food, service , atmosphere I could not have asked for anything better. I had my daughter in laws baby shower there on Sunday and have been receiving phone calls and texts all day about how great it was. The food and selection was wonderful. The service was by far the best we have had in a long time. Friendly and very accommodating. I highly recommend Cinders for a party or lunch/ dinner . Can't say enough. It was perfect !!!“
“We were passing through Chester and needed something quick to eat that wasn't from a coffee shop or Wendy's. Bella's sign caught my attention and there was a parking spot right out front, it was meant to be. We ordered a couple of slices and enjoyed them by the window with a soccer game on TV. It was a week before Christmas and they were busy working on catering orders it seemed. I'd stop here for a slice again. It tasted good, the seat was comfortable and the staff was friendly, that's all you could really ask for at a pizza place I think.“
“Awesome place with amazing pizza. I love the Sicilian with peppers, onions and pepperoni. I just wish they had rice balls available and didn't use that bbq tasting Cluck You sauce on their buffalo wings. I always ask for my wings naked so I can toss them in real buffalo sauce when I get home. Also a great place to have a beer while you're waiting for takeout.“
“Food is incredible, this establishment is immaculate! Not to mention the friendly staff. This is my new go to place for whatever I’m desiring, sometimes it’s a sharp Italian or cheesesteak.AMAZING!!!!!!!! ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“
“This place seems like a treasure to find. They are a bakery, an Italian deli, a sit-down restaurant, and a terrific brick oven pizzeria. Was taken excellent care of by Gary, who made our delicious pizzas to order.We also got some great desserts, including canoli.This whole experience was fantastic. We will be coming back soon.My appreciation to all who made things wonderful.“
“Very cool bagel shop and deli. Must have drove past it a million times didn't know it was there. But i think I'll be a regular now. Great warm, soft bagels, the perfect bagel for a sandwich or cream cheese. Great big muffins, very fresh. Good prices. Thanks for the food, everyoneNotes on the location: the shop is inside the corner section of the very small mall. There's an atrium that connects the stores so there's tables to eat at in the deli and in the closed atrium/foyer.“
“I have eaten here a few times and I always come away impressed. This is not your typical boring Italian American red sauce joint that is in every town in NJ. This place actually tries to cook food like you would get in Italy. Fresh ingredients are the star here and nothing is drown in sauce. They have a few Italian American classics like an excellent Chicken Parm but will also serve you a perfect Mediterranean swordfish as well. The staff is great and the restaurant is very casual for this quality of food.“
“This is my second time dining at La Gratella and I am very pleased with their consistency. My family and my kids had a great time and enjoyed all their food. Their pizza style is different but good very cheesy not much tomato sauce and very thin dough. Delma our server was super nice to my kids and made us feel very welcomed.“