“I am so lucky I found this beautiful gem! This is my favorite restaurant!! The food is so authentic, fresh, and delicious. The owners make you feel as if you are a part of their family. They are so welcoming, kind, and very generous. The service is absolutely amazing and so fast as well. This is a must try restaurant!“
“First time here, came with two friends i ordered linguini with clams, which was perfect. tastes delicious. nice size portion.. my friends ordered shrimp scampi and chicken franchise. they both enjoyed their dinner. we order a blueberry pie with vanilla ice cream for dessert which was very good and perfect ending . overall food was very good. our waitress was Jasmine and she was excellent. the ambiance was very nice. very warm and inviting. i will definitely be back as there was plenty of items i'd like to try on the menu. i would of given a 5 star to my first visit here yet I asked to be sit downstairs and they sat me upstairs. their upstairs. It was very nice but not like downstairs. no apologies when i told them. and they didn't even try to sit be downstairs as i requested.“
“My first time at this place and it was fantastic. We took 6 kids from our basketball team and all of these kids got different things and pretty much ate it all. I got Shepard pie which was good and the bar pie was phenomenal. Had a blast at this place and will return for sure.“
“We just discovered this place recently, although it’s right down the road. The food is so good…certainly much better than my expectation…and that’s just because I assumed it would be just kind of good enough bar food. So much better than that. Love the calamari, the mussels, the French dip and the cheesesteak. Really delicious.“
“Very nice cozy decor. Fish special was very tasty but very small portion. Crab cakes were just ok but I am really picky. The short ribs were the fave of the table. Server was very attentive. Owner visited tables and was really friendly which today is rare professionalism. Cappuccinos were great. BYOB which we love. We will be back.“
“This is not your ordinary pizza joint! ....and I ought to know, spending every Sunday at my grandparents where Fanny, my newly imported from Italy step grandmother who spoke absolutely no english would slave in her tiny box kitchen and prepare the most amazing food for her new family .......so I know Italian food and pizza. .......and so does Joe and his son Joseph, where they lovingly make and ferment for 3 days the most amazing dough utilizing imported ingredients .............which is to eventually become the best pizza you will ever eat. This is more akin to the the Pizza you would find in Italy. (think the thinnest, crispiest crust with the perfect charr from the wood burning brick oven.) San Marzano tomatoes.........fresh ricotta.........permesiano cream..........A popular favorite and one I cannot stop ordering is the 'Snow White'....Cows milk mozzarella, Creamy ricotta, Roasted garlic and drizzles with a Back pepper honey and Pecorino ramqo Cheese.....the menu is very edited and includes vegetarian choices and gluten free options. ..........Great wine selections too.....im quickly sampling every chic on the menu and have been no disappointments.. It is great to have a local place that understands the simplicity of fine ingredients and great food.“
“Amazing food and service! We ordered the beef nachos to share and I got the taco with steak and boy do they bless it with the portions! I was visiting and a friend brought me here so definitely would want to come back next time I’m around!“
“Amazing!!!! This place is for beautiful, delicious food with personalized service that will leave you with warm memories.We held a party and all the guests were praising food and all 19 members of our party chose different entree. Broad menu , delicious cocktails ( drinks were amazing - we were competing / challenging bar- and were so excited to receive beautiful composition of flavors). Big servings - enough to feed 2 people! They were very accommodating- they offered to open for our party an hour earlier - just for us to have some personal family time - WHO WOULD DO THAT!?! Once we walked in - we were offered to take off and hang our outwear. Warm welcome made us feel especially important! Only thought kept our servers away from us. They were on their toes above our table - and some moments were felt - they are reading my mind.Great for special occasions and beautiful food to have !! We all will definitely come back again!!!Thank you guys for memorable evening !!!!“
“Visiting Grumpys for the Pizza Hunters App and was not disappointed. Parking can be tricky. There are only 4 parking spots behind the Pizzeria..I wound up parking across the street and patronizing the Deli as well in the process. I didn't even get all the way inside the door and was greeted immediately with a Hello, Welcome and How are You. Service was excellent and the price point was excellent. A lot of great Pizza for your money. It took me a little to find the words for this Pizza. The Crispy crust is definitely the highlight. Followed by the Sauce and Cheese. Really, the pizza has its own unique style and delivery. It all works. At one point, I thought maybe a little more sauce, since i am a big fan, but once it hits your taste Buds, you realize that it all works perfectly together and that's what makes it unique as a Grumpys Pizza. I give it 5 Pie Ya's.. pie ya, pie ya. Pie ya. Pie ya. Pie ya. I will definitely be back again. Great Job Grumpys..I have to Pizza aside, your Customer Service is top notch as well.“
“Excellent place that has been around for a while. They know good food, and have a great atmosphere. Personally, I think they have the best pizza in town. They have consistently good service that never disappoints, and everything on their menu is delicious and well worth the trip here.Parking: The parking could be better, but they do have a valet on site that takes care of all of that.“
“Delicious food and pleasant atmosphere. I really enjoyed the appetizers and main entree, it was flavorful and cooked to perfection. The service was friendly and caring. I would definitely recommend this restaurant and I’m looking forward to returning soon.“
Italian • $
“the pizza was so stringy, and warm, it was definitely hand made and never frozen, the music playing really brings up the mood and was easy to order, a single slice is only 3 bucks (minus tax) and it is very wheelchair friendly, the chairs are not screwed to the floor so you can move chairs for the wheelchair.“
“Huge selection of sandwich options, made with high quality ingredients. I couldn’t believe the size of the sandwiches and at such an affordable price point. The staff was also very friendly and attentive. This place is a gem. I can’t wait to go back!“
“If you want to take people to a real authentic regional Italian restaurant come here! The food is great and their concise wine menu has some classics to match. The chicken parm is ward winning so you must order. We did family style. Best of all is the staff who are like friends you know from around the corner. Birthday parties were going on this night and the karaoke at the busy bar was...well...cute. My crew will be back!“
“Who knew there could be so many ways to spice up a meatball sub! When I first moved to the area, a local recommended this place. I was intrigued by all the interesting options on the menu and had to try. Although I want to try everything, I love my usual order so much that I haven’t been able to stray. My go to is the Buckwild Balls Sandwich, which I highly recommend. Sometimes the bread is a little burnt, but otherwise cooked to perfection. I will continue going back and maybe one day I’ll feel adventurous enough to stray from my usual!“
“What a WONDERFUL treat!!! When I was a little girl growing up in New York, there was an Argentine Pizzeria that had THE-BEST pizza and empanadas. Unfortunately, the owners retired and moved away. I have searched and search for that perfect crunch of the Argentine pizza and taste….and I FOUND IT at Biby’s!Biby’s offers different types of pizza but if you want to experience AMAZING-NESS, their Argentine Pizza Deluxe is the way to go. Minus the eggs, that is EXACTLY the way I had it growing up. We ate with the sliced hard boiled eggs on top and it was sooooo….GOOD!As soon I saw the round pan and the gentleman building the pizza, my heart was so GLAD…. I said to my myself, “Yes, that’s how I remember the pizza being prepared” The Argentine pizza is a little thicker but so tasty!All of this and I didn’t tell you about the empanadas…. ALSO DEE-LISH, and the Chimichurri sauce is incredible! And a variety of empanadas.The service was incredible, they were really kind and gracious.I traveled a good hour to Biby’s Empanadas & Pizza….the travel was WELL WORTH IT!At home with my family, everything was a HIT!“
“My husband and I had our wedding here in February 2024. It was exactly what we wanted and our family and friends were blown away. The staff were so helpful and made sure everything went smoothly. We loved all the food and the cocktail hour was awesome. Our guests are still talking about it. This was the first venue we ever saw and the second we walked in the venue we instantly knew it was the one and we did not look anywhere else. The venue is beautiful. We want to give a special thank you to the outstanding staff especially the bridal attendant and maître d'. We are so happy we picked il Tulipano for our wedding day it was one of the best decisions we ever made.Sincerely,Colleen & Davide“
“Along with Italian Riviera in Waldwick, this is the preeminent Italian delicatessen in all of Bergen County and its immediate surrounding area. The food is great. A lot of homemade stuff, sandwiches are stuffed, ingredients are top notch. Mom is an excellent cook, her eggplant parm, broccoli rabe are off the charts. Her two boys mainly look after the customers, they're quick, friendly and always smiling. Small storefront, very clean but humongous on the taste buds.“
“Great food, great service, really nice atmosphere. We met dear friends for dinner and had an awesome evening! Every course was excellent, Stephanie our server was terrific, and as we waited for our ride home, Salih said I am going through Ridgewood I will give you a ride. Wow! Talk about full service.“
“This review is so overdue! This restaurant has become my go-to place for the best food in the area. I have tried so many restaurants but none keeps on calling my taste buds like La Cambusa! I come with my hubby and daughter and most recently with some of my betsies..I love their menu is small but super delicious. Their appetizers are amazing ? the little bruschetta at the beginning is so yummy and you kind of build it yourself. The flavors are super clean and sauces are light and full of flavors. Sometimes food is drenched in so much sauce that it loses its unique flavor but not here. Every dish is a perfect harmonious bite. It is BYOB which is a plus. Keep up with the nice clean flavors! See you soon…“
“My experience at the restaurant was a bit overwhelming due to the noise and crowded atmosphere, especially on a Friday night with live music. Despite the tight arrangement of tables making it difficult to move around, the food and service were excellent. I particularly enjoyed the vegetarian dish with pasta and plan on returning for it. My friends also loved their salmon dishes and couldn't stop raving about how delicious it was. Overall, while the ambiance was not to my liking, the quality of the food and service made up for it.“
“We love this place the chicken parm pizza is amazing since the new owners took over it's better then before there friendly sandwiches are better they take credit cards and there delivery is more efficient there even open on Sundays there pizza amazing and sandwiches are plentiful great family “
“I attended a group dinner here at the end of January. While the food was amazing, I was most appreciative of the service. We were made to feel special and it really helped to elevate the experience. And I haven't stopped thinking about the parmesan cauliflower bites - so good!!!“
“I come here every once in a while. It's quite nice, the food is really good and reasonably priced. They also have a nice selection of gluten-free menu options. I'm not gluten-free, but recently, it's been something I look out for and notice because I love someone who is Celiac. Most recently, I came for my birthday, and they were able to modify items on the menu to custom create what I was looking for! (always a plus)Dietary restrictions: They have gluten free optionsKid-friendliness: Very kid friendlyWheelchair accessibility: It's on one level with no steps but tight might be hard to navigate with a chair“
“This is your local, authentic Italian Deli with zero frills (don’t plan to eat inside, takeout only/cash only) but the best sandwich you will eat in North Jersey! I ordered a number 5 for a party and it was a HUGE hit! Everyone was asking where it was from. I highly recommend #1 for meat lovers, number #8 if you like turkey. Can’t go wrong with any. Trust me…delicious!!“
“Very friendly and attentive staff! This was a great experience. Bread came out with a plate of delicious mozzarella and tomato in olive oil (complimentary). I had shrimp parm that was very tasty. Loved the sauce. I ordered it with the roasted potatoes, and although I thought they were a bit lacking in flavor (need some spice or something), I was so happy that I had a choice of pasta, salad, or potato. My husband had the chicken sorrentino and really liked that too. He ordered it with a salad and that also was good. We ordered two desserts. Cannoli was good, but I've had better. My husband really enjoyed the banana pudding. Then they gave us zeppoles on the house, which we had to take home as we were already stuffed with good food. Highly recommend this place!“
“I’ve written more than one review here, probably with multiple emails, or maybe the same one. Who knows. Going on a tour de Bergen County with reviews since I no longer live in the area, and have come to find how incredibly spoiled us Bergen County folks are for the food we have access to. This place is one of them. I’ve never had pizza this good inside or outside of Bergen County. Miss this place a lot, even the lovely owners, and I stop in every trip back to get a slice that I eat straight away—because it’s the only way. Gonna have to plan another trip. Perfecto pizza. Probably can only get better in literal Italy.“
“Excellent service, the food is great, good portions, good presentation, Ms. Giovanna is very jealous with the presentation of the food and always attentive to the smallest detail, it is a place that I would definitely recommend 100%, it is small and very busy so the waiting time is a bit long.“
“Another fantastic dinner at my favorite place. Short rib ravioli appetizer was scrumptious. Chicken Milanese was crispy and perfectly cooked. My husband's absolute favorite dish, almond crusted sea bass over risotto was perfection. The wait staff is always friendly and accommodating. Love, love, Mezza Luna.“
“So glad there is a Singa's near us - pizza is always great. They are generous with toppings and even offer a "half cooked" option so you can finish cooking at home for a fresh pizza experience later. Owner/Staff are always pleasant too.“
“I recently needed early lunch reservations for a family gathering on a Saturday afternoon. Although the restaurant doesn't open until 4 PM, the owner was kind enough to open early to accommodate my family for a birthday celebration. This was our first time visiting Ciao Bella. It's a very quaint BYOB Italian bistro. The food was phenomenal, the service excellent and the experience delightful. Thank you to the owner for allowing us to come in early. Thank you to Emily our server who attended to our every need. We thoroughly enjoyed our meals and highly recommend your excellent food and atmosphere. :-)“
“A birthday destination for sure. The food is excellent and "from scratch "! The service was attentive and all of the staff friendly and knowledgeable. It is a small business so the feeling is very intimate. Their Nutella pie is absolutely delicious and unlike any dessert I have ever had. Even though I am not a Nutella affectionata it has a flavor beyond compare.“
“We had my Dad's 90th birthday party here. Brianna and her staff went above and beyond to make it incredible. The food was exceptional. Their service was first rate. They accomodated us arriving early to decorate and gather all our guests for the surprise party. They worked too make sure everything was perfectThe food? Oh goodness! Delicious and plentiful. Everyone was raving how delicious it was and that there was easy more than enough for all.I would highly recommend you plan an event here or just go for dinner. My only regret is that I can't leave a more than 5 star rating.Thank you so very much for memories everyone will carry for years“
“If you want top notch food and service, you need go to this restaurant. I first went to Justin's few years ago. We don't get to go as much now because we have moved, but it's as delicious as ever! We took my children here for my bday dinner. We drove few minutes because we love this place so much.“
“Went to IL Posto Eatery for the 1st time and what a great place this is. The sandwiches were outrageous and the rice balls were outstanding, the best I ever had! My new favorite Italian deli, so glad I stopped in. Give it a try, you will be glad you did!!“
“I have always been satisfied by the personalized service and attentive care. The, "Side Salad", is a nutrient rich choice of true vegetables, not just thrown together mishmash. The waiter and , "busboy", kept up to whatever I needed, wanted, or didn't need. I had extra help to my car with take-home foods. I dined alone, but they made it special. The drinks and wine were excellent, too.“
“I stopped into La Bona Pizza after a drive up in Old Tappan and tried a slice of their cheese pizza. It is excellent!. The sauce has so much flavor and that makes the base of the pizza. They are a little on the pricy side but it is well worth it. The rest of their pizzas on display looked really good but they were $4.00 a slice which was a little high for me but there were some creative topping like Chicken Parm and Baked Ziti.“
“HOLY SMOKES! It's been a long time since I was left satisfied and smiling! This Chicken Carciofi is a master class, must-have item in your take out rotation. The focaccia crunch blended with the heavenly fresh mozzzy ooooooooh MAMA!!! When I eat this sandwich, I travel to another dimension, and I'm comfortable in that place, it feels like home. Add on the special, yet delicate ARANCINOs and I am LOST, barely aware of my surroundings, struggling to gather myself. God Bless America and God Bless Adam and those soldiers at Francesca's!“
“WE SAW THE PROGRAM WITH GORDON RAMSEY, NIGHTMARE KITCHENS USA, AND WE WERE STRIKED BY THE SERIOUSNESS AND GREAT WILL OF ANTONIO, WHO FOR BEING SO YOUNG IS ALREADY A WINNER.WE WANTED TO ASK IF YOU DO HOME DELIVERIES IN EUROPE, WE WOULD LIKE A PIZZA MADE BY ANTONIO.GREETINGS FROM ITALIAN SWITZERLAND.“
“Have not been here in years. Service was amazing. Our server Tim was the best. The owner was so friendly and attentive. Food was fresh, hot and tasty. Atmosphere was family friendly and great for all ages. Very reasonably priced. Bonus- upstairs if you want to host a party. We will definitely be going back. We highly recommend the Firehouse“
“We have lived in the area for 20 years and have always wanted to come to Sanzari's. Not only was the food superb but the hospitality and ambiance also made our evening more enjoyable. Gus, our waiter, was so kind, helpful and made the dining experience worthwhile! Highly recommend coming here!!“
“Cool new spot in town! I was reluctant to try this place out but I decided to give it a try after seeing a nice crowd in there. It turns out there is a new owner, he just kept the name of the place the same. A mistake in my opinion but at least he did one good thing. He hired a great bartender named I know from Barrel and Brew. This guy can make a great drink and he is so personable. He interacts well with guests and designed a great menu of drinks. I enjoyed a couple of delicious margaritas while I was there. They also had a DJ named Bronson playing some great music. I look forward to seeing how this place does because I've always said this spot would make a great bar because of the nice patio outside. It would make a great hangout for the summer. I can't really comment on the food because I only tried an order of wings but they were good. The ambience though gave me reason to believe this place could make it at this spot.“
Pizza Delivery • $
“It’s establishments like this that set the standard by which all future experiences are measured. The taste, texture and freshness of the pizza, eggplant rollatini and garlic were all to die for (shout-out to the marinara sauce!!), but it’s the atmosphere created by the easy, efficient team, and especially Maryellen and John that will make my memories. Something about their familiarity, warm presence and attentiveness made us feel at home immediately, giving us a glimpse into what it would be like to be part of this neighborhood. It was fun just to watch Maryellen interact with the customers, seeming to know every customer by name. If I were a local I would definitely be a loyal customer.“
“Food was great! Michelle was out waitress and couldn't be nicer. She was attentive and always smiled. What a Doll. Would definitely come back again. Atmosphere is old school neighborhood pizzeria. OK for me, but could use a little TLC to brighten up the place, just a bit.“
“Came here to celebrate my mom's birthday. Absolutely fabulous from start to finish! The staff is warm and friendly yet professional. Eduardo, our server was attentive and on top of everything throughout the course of our dinner. From apps to entrees not a detail was overlooked. Now the food... I can't put into words how the flavors and quality of food are by far top notch. Sooo good!!! This place is a hidden gem and the food, drinks and service is amazing! Definitely will be back!!“
“If it’s brunch, lunch or dinner Just Janice is the perfect spot. Amazing staff and great food. Couple favorites are the pancakes for brunch, fish tacos for lunch and for dinner definitely penne vodka. Janice and Ali are so sweet and treat everyone like family!“
“Charming local BYOB Italian restaurant known for its authenticity. The food was awesome, I had the black ink linguini with crab and mushrooms in a light white sauce--generous portions made it even more satisfying. My friend had the seafood pasta with white beans, also delicious. The fried calamari were a standout, perfectly light and not greasy. The tiramisu was very good, definitely tastes homemade. I would visit again.“
“I kept seeing this place online so my husband and I decided to try it out. Their options at the bar are beyond expectations. The service was impeccable. We truly enjoyed our experience, and the food? Amazing... the calamari was phenomenal, the cacio e pepe balls i can eat all day, and my husband's favorite was this glazed pork chop. We'll be back!“
“I love this pizzeria! I come here once a week literally. The best pizzeria I’ve been to hands down. Everything on their menu is delicious my favorite is the penne vodka pasta with grilled shrimp. I had Nicole as a waitress she was phenomenal! Also, theyre very affordable“
“In my opinion, Perusia has the best thin crust pizza in town, we also loved the mussels, ravioli, bolognese, & tortellini. We were there for our Daughters birthday party today, and she and her friends loved the pizza, spaghetti & meatballs, & the pasta pomodoro and had a great time. The staff were incredibly helpful and nice, they held our birthday cake overnight for us and allowed us to decorate the table an hour before hand while the kids were at the escape room in the next shopping center. The restaurant is comfortable and clean. Thank you so much.“