50 Best Italian Restaurants near Rutherford

“Love the food, love the place, very attentive, don't walk run here, great!“

“The best Italian restaurant in Rutherford. Huge portions and the fish dinners are incredible. If you see mahi mahi, snapper, cod or salmon on the menu, order it! You will not be disappointed! Friendliest service around!“

“Wonderful food and accommodating staff! Will be a repeat for my husband and I!“

“Order of 40 Pizzas was delivered on time, hot and delicious. Highly recommend!“

“PaisanoS
132 Park Ave.
Rutherford, NJ 07070

Appearance: 8.2/10
Taste: 9.5/10

The cutlets were pounded thin. The edges are slightly crispy.

There was a perfect ratio of mozzarella cheese and homemade tomato sauce. Although the mozzarella cheese didn’t have a golden char, the sweetness of the sauce made up for it.

The service was phenomenal. Server Freddy and server assistants Juliette & Alan kept my water glass filled and they made me feel right at home.

As a bonus, if you dine on Thursdays beginning at 6 PM, there is a solo guitarist and $10 cocktail specials.

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“Our server, Natalie was so nice and cheerful served us with a smile and the food was delicious. We have a margarita pizza to start and it was the best go on a pizza decide the best place I’ve ever had.! Portobello meals were delicious as well. I recommend this place to everybody! What?“

“The best coffee and pastry in the world!“

“I had a craving for a spinach roll.I stumbled on this place. They had spinach rolls and meatball rolls. I ordered both. On delivery still piping hot. Freshly made cooked perfect. Just amount filling in both. Sauce for dipping was tasty as well. Definitely recommend.“

“Great Italian food and a decent menu, not much choice but not too much. It's located next to Post Office 34 and is very trendy. The view and service are great, but it's noisy as there isn't much to absorb the sound. We ordered focaccia, roasted peppers and pasta. Everything is great and super fresh.“

“Absolutely the best food in NYC we finally got a bar seat this past Saturday was in the city for pride we have been trying for years everything was spot on crysathenn salad, the stuffed flatbread and lasagna and cocoa tiramisu“

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“Excellent quality, service and ambiance!“

“This is hands-down one of the best Italian spots in New York City — and one I make sure to visit every time I’m here. Everything on the menu is creative, flavorful, and beautifully presented, but the Cacio e Pepe pasta is the real standout. The sauce is creamy and rich with just the right amount of black pepper!“

“Easily one of the best meals of my life! Crazy creative! Only 16 seats, very special in all ways.“

“El personal es muy amable, atentos y deliciosa comida.“

“This is a great restaurant, last year (2023) we came twice and Ram was great, his service and attitude was fantastic, and this year (2024) we came back again just to see him (and of course to have some drinks and great food).“

“Atmosfera e cibo top! Consigliassimo“

“The food here is amazing, and the staff are great. I can’t recommend it enough. Unfortunately, the Facebook rating system for restaurants is focused mostly on the wrong things, likely due to poor algorithm design. Curbside pickups? Daily specials? Takeaway menu? Grow up, Facebook.“

“I really came fully prepared to hate on this place, most of all because C picked it, but also because it is hyped to death. Further hatred materialized when I waited in line for our reservation and felt like a schmuck.

Then I realized the line wasn't for people with reservations, I went inside, we were seated immediately, our waiter was fabulous, the food was fabulous, and the wine was fabulous. Everything was phenomenal and extra, extra good.“

“Delicioso highly recommend“

“Wonderful Christmas Eve dinner on our visit to NYC. Service & Food were both excellent. Lovely family setting.“

“I had an amazing experience at this restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious — every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made us feel truly welcome. The atmosphere was cozy and stylish, perfect for a relaxed meal or a special occasion. I would definitely come back again and highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and great service!“

“We were celebrating a birthday with a group of six and the food was absolutely delicious! My personal favorites were the Soy Butter Bigoli, Mochi Bombolocini, Scallop, Rigatoni, and the Apple Pie. Most of the food was amazing. The service was fantastic – everyone was so attentive, helpful, and friendly. The atmosphere is super relaxed. I really loved the Umami in the Kenmare cocktail.“

“Went for our anniversary!! Had an amazing meal!! Wonderful service and great atmosphere!! Highly recommend!!“

“Bit of a mixed bag here. The room is cool, chill vibes, good music and lighting and professional, friendly service. We had the “surprise” 6 course tasting menu. There was definitely a problem in the kitchen because there were some extremely long delays between courses, our meal took 2 1/2 hours.
We started with the complimentary focaccia, delicious and we went for the ricotta upcharge, $10 for 2 tablespoons of ricotta. Not sure the value proposition was there.

Flavors were generally on point, the eggplant with some charred greens was OK but didn’t love it. Favorite dish was the crab agnolotti, scrumptious.

The bucatini served before that was perfectly cooked, but was excessively salty, apparently because of the capers as we mentioned the issue to the server. However, it definitely tasted like someone slipped with the salt shaker. Our main was a kind of disappointing plate of mini meatballs in a sweet and savory sauce. Interesting but for $129 menu maybe we expected more than mini meatballs.

Dessert was a scoop of peach and Prosecco sorbet, refreshing, but a little bit underwhelming for dessert on a tasting menu. I guess as I am writing this I kind of wanted to like it more than I actually ended up liking it.“

“By far our favorite restaurant we visit in the city. Have been here over 500x and the tagliatelle with sheep’s cheese cabbage and shrimp will never get old ! Carmine runs a beautiful establishment on the UWS“

“I'd had this place on my list for a long time and finally got the chance to visit! I was not disappointed. We were seated on the outdoor terrace (which was pretty loud and cold, because of the AC). Volume aside, the food was amazing! Standouts: the tiramisu and corn pasta. A great neighbourhood spot, though a little pricey!“

“It was our first time visiting New York and da Toscano came highly recommended, and it did not disappoint! One of the best meals we have had in a very long time, and the service was second to none! Thank you for a wonderful evening 😊“

“Amazing food, service, and atmosphere! Made a special celebration that much more momentous. Do not skip the prosciutto with ricotta or octopus apps-delicious!“

“Loved this small 100 year old Italian restaurant in Greenwich Village. The food was delish, but even better than the food was the atmosphere and the staff. Our waiter was Tony. Not only was he funny, he knew his pasta! We felt like old friends by the time we left! The bartender was not only beautiful to look at, he too treated us like old friends! He meet us at the door on our way out and gifted me with a juicy birthday kiss! Totally made my night!“

“My first time at Via 13 left a lasting impression and will return soon. The staff was very welcoming and helpful with menu suggestions. We enjoyed all of them. Knowing I was a vegan, they sent out a complimentary pasta dish that was super tasty, which was very thoughtful. The space (with skylight) is beautiful and inviting. The staff, food, interior design and service of Via 13 is impeccable.“

“Delicious food good service“

“Maestro Pasta in New York is pure magic — a slice of Italy right in the heart of the city! The hospitality is warm, genuine, and makes you feel instantly at home. And the food? Absolutely phenomenal — come a casa. It was so irresistible that I went back four times in just one week! This place is a must-visit for anyone who loves Italian cuisine.“

“Finally scored a Resy Notify for this reservation and it was well worth it! We got a reservation around 5 or 5:30 I wanna say and within minutes of us getting there, the restaurant went from empty to bustling and packed in what felt like a manner of minutes! The restaurant itself is beautiful and the large windows allow for wonderful lighting - first, for happiness and second, for the Gram. We tried a bunch of different things that were all delicious. What really struck me was how simple these dishes were yet packed with a delightful combination of flavors. Of all that we tried, would highly recommend the whipped ricotta, mezze rigatoni, and ricotta- filled occhi. I came here a few months ago and cannot recall the gelato flavors but we tried all three and were not disappointed in the least. I hope to come back here soon!!“

“Atmosfera e cibo top! Consigliassimo“

“The service stood out our bartender was attentive“

“I hosted a baby shower here a couple of months back. Everything from dealing with the events coordinator to the day of experience was superb. The food, ambiance and service was exceptional. They delivered on everything and went above and beyond. If you are having an event consider this restaurant. You won’t be disappointed.“

“Chef Waxman and his exceptional team gave my wife a birthday experience she will never forget. Not only did you provide exceptional service and amazing food but went above and beyond in every conceivable way to make her birthday the best one she has ever had. Best experience, food and service we have ever had. Thank you so very much.“

“cameriera italiana con capelli corti. scortese e molto maleducata. non tornerò piu. non ha saputo ne servire il cliente oltre al fatto che dovrebbe farsi un corso di corretto italiano prima di parlare con un cliente in quel modo. pessima pubblicità al locale. peccato e mi dispiace ma non tornerò più.“

“Our meal was delicious! The staff was very friendly. Our sweet server even brought us a complimentary Tiramisu. ❤️“

“Fantastic authentic Italian in a cozy atmosphere. My friend has a gluten allergy and eating here was the big event of the trip. We loved everything we ate. The boar risotto was outstanding as was the chocolate cake. Ten out of ten, greatly recommend.“

“Stellar service! Will definitely be back.“

“Old world styled service crafted for enjoyment & delivered to perfection. Superb Italian food w several preparations table-side. White table cloths & candles but not stuffy. We were lively and had a super memorable time. Table of 8. We will be back. Highly recommend East side location now on 46th street between 2 & 3. $$$“

“EVERYTHING was fantastic. Food was spectacular; all three pasta dishes fresh, ingredients balanced and portions just right. Appetizers same. Our waiter, Luca, was one the the best we have ever had. True professional. No pressure, no upselling. Knowledgeable, great demeanor, impeccable timing. Never felt rushed or pressured. The place is small but NOT crowded. Excellent night celebrating our daughters b-day. Thank you to the entire ON team. We will be back!“

“It is theeeeBEST! Make a reservation NOW!“

“Cadre très sympa et pizza au top !“

“First time I ate at this place on Saturday, October 18, and I didn't regret it at all. The staff are really very friendly, the pizza was just perfect and excellent, the atmosphere was really very nice. The next time I visit New York, I'm sure I'll go back to eat there.“

“Came from Texas to eat here, we’re thrilled with the amazing food!“

“Delicious food!! The best place I've been to in the east village in a very long time. I highly recommend it 😋“

“I just love this place... !“