50 Best Italian Restaurants near Wanaque

“Had my daughter’s bridal shower here Saturday. It was amazing. My friends all said it was one of the best bridal shower they have been to. A large selection of food and fabulous ambience. I highly recommend! You won’t be disappointed.😋“

“Great food wonderful atmosphere , and for us lots of great memories. We have been going to Berta’s with our family since we were kids.🤙🤙“

“Yes..Staff, Service and Food always great! Have been dining here since they opened. We enjoy the Jekyll and Hyde calamari and the spiedini appetizers. Anton makes a great rack of pork and filet mignon. We ended with cappuccinos which hit the spot. 👍👍👍👍👍“

“Attended a baby shower. The food was the best I have ever had in a long time. Everything was delicious. I will be back really soon“

“Well, this is a special place, don't you believe? Let's see.I was walking around looking for a place to eat and saw this deli , mind you that when you see a line outside a deli and customers willing wait in the cold for food , you know the food is going to be off the hook ! In line a sweet man was telling the history of the deli and how is the best town and anything I choose will definitely make me happy, another customer arrives and tells me to how much he loves it ! I knew I had found a gem that needs to be shared , because customer's are raving for it , the employees and owner sweetest guy very patient in waiting for me to decide what I wanted I even bought few things brought from Italy while I waited for My delicious 🤤 Little Nicky sandwich 🥪 which not only is so big I ate it for lunch and dinner 🍽️ is the best sandwich I've had in years ! I appreciate the stories of when it was established. I care so much for the excellent customer service and the way they run the place makes you feel like you step into a home! I'm definitely looking forward to what to try next!!! Sorry for the no picture of the sandwich, I ate the whole thing 🤣 don't forget grab freshly made mozzarella!!!!!“

“REALLY good food- service great.“

“Muy buena comida y buena atención un sitio agradable“

“From the moment we walked in, the host greeted us like old friends and walked us right to our table — I instantly had a good feeling, and I was right. Our server was awesome — super friendly, knew the menu inside out, and was on top of everything all night.

The menu is classic Italian but with a twist — way more interesting than your standard North Jersey Italian spot. The ossobuco was fantastic (if I had to nitpick, I’d say the risotto could’ve used a touch less water and a heavier hand with the parm). The clams were fresh and baked to perfection, and my son devoured his ravioli. For dessert, the bread pudding was absolutely unreal — honestly worth the trip alone.

Safe to say we’ll be regulars!“

“This is one of my Fav. Italian Restaurants. The Food is Delicious. The Hostess’, Servers & Staff are friendly & attentive. Many Friends & Family have been coming here for years. Each visit we enjoy the whole atmosphere!“

“Had a surprise birthday party here for my sister in law. The staff, including Brianna and Jasmine were fantastic. They were so accommodating with our requests and the service and food were on point! We were able to arrive early to decorate our party area that already looked very nice without our decorations. We picked off their standard party menu but they had no problem tweaking it to our requests. Last minute requests for pasta and butter for kids was no problem. We have already placed a deposit for my daughter's bridal shower for next year. Also..BYOB!!!“

“Had a great dinner on our ladies night out! The food was absolutely delicious and the service was attentive and friendly from start to finish.

There was a small mishap when one of the servers accidentally spilled my drink while clearing the table, but honestly, accidents happen and it didn’t take away from our experience. . What really stood out was how incredibly apologetic and professional the entire staff was. Multiple servers including management came over to check on us and treated us to dessert and coffee which was not necessary, but very much appreciated!

It really says a lot about a place when something unexpected happens and they handle it with such care and class.

We had a wonderful night and will definitely be back! 😊“

“Fabulous food, excellent service, wonderful restaurant !!!“

“Came here with my husband for our anniversary. The garlic spread on the bread with scallions was so good! Then the homemade bread was so fresh out of the oven! The mozzy sticks and marinara were delicious! Crispy and cheesy. The sauce was wonderful. The potatoe croquettes were also so good and the sauce was amazing!! The soup was one of my favorites. Just right. I loved the thin noodles. The salad was ok but my husband enjoyed it. The chicken skillet with bruschetta was AMAZING! Very generous portions. The sauce was so flavorful. I added mushrooms and best mushrooms ever! The spinach was a little salty but great! And the bruschetta mixed was a wonderful mix! I truly did love it. The calamari was okay but not my thing. The pasta was amazing! And all homemade. My husband liked the calamari but didn’t realize it wasn’t breaded. The cookie and Ice cream were great! I liked the cheesecake! Very light! Highly recommend and would come back. Service was wonderful and I enjoyed how they spaced out the food.“

“We had my daughters baby shower here yesterday. The food was absolutely amazing! The manager Sam was extremely easy to work with long distance (I live in Pennsylvania). The wait staff were very friendly and attentive . I would highly recommend this place for a private party.“

“We live in Wanaque. First time here. So happy to have this great local restaurant for get togethers with friends. Loved the veal chop milanese. It was huge, and will be lunch tomorrow. We shared appetizers, and the zuchini fries were my favorite. Love the bright, white, open decor. Attentive service was just right.“

“The food is always top notch & the Menu goes on for miles . You’ll keep coming back time after time.“

“Came here for the first time and enjoyed the double veal chop special - cooked perfectly in a demi glace sauce . Service was great - quickly took our order and served in a reasonable amount of time. It was BYOB so we were able to pair our meal with our favorite red wine“

“Grabbed dinner here this past Friday night with a friend. We had no reservation at about 6:30 and they were able to see this promptly. Our waiter was attentive and helpful. The atmosphere was nice without being stuffy. We both thought the food was excellent and the price for everything was reasonable. Will definitely be back.“

“EVERYTHING was outstanding. That in a nut shell is putting it mildly!! Four of us went to dinner on a rainy, rainy Thursday night. You would think the restaurant would be empty because of the torrential rain,nope. They had a wonderful dinner crowd. We started with the stuffed or artichoke that was outstanding.Our entrees were Barramundi , two of us had lamb chops and the other Nino‘s pasta. Trying all three dinners I couldn’t tell you which I like the best. Yes, I can. It was my pasta that I haven’t had in years from them. Needless to say the service was outstanding we just miss seeing Amy. Don’t worry we’ll be back. SOON… ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Always great food and friendly service.“

“Monica‘s restaurant is a great place to eat delicious food. Very friendly professional, hard-working staff.“

“There is never a time that I can say that the experience wasn’t exceptional from start to finish. The food is always incredibly fresh, and you could truly taste the quality in every bite. The menu offers a wonderful variety of Italian dishes, each prepared with great attention to detail. The staff at Villa Rosa were equally impressive, providing friendly and attentive service that makes each meal even more enjoyable. They were knowledgeable about the menu and eager to ensure that the dining experience was perfect. Check them out for your next event as well! They supplied my office with a great variety for our holiday party this year! Overall, Villa Rosa is a gem in Hawthorne that I would highly recommend to anyone looking for delicious Italian cuisine and a warm, welcoming atmosphere.“

“Vengo spesso da La Cambusa per una pausa veloce, ma non trovo il locale sull’app Coverflex; sapete se accettate i buoni pasto?“

“We had the Junior and Uncle Paulie. Both were delicious!! Love the yankee fans and now Mozzarella God fans 🙂“

“All the different meals I’ve had at Columbia Inn have been amazing! I’m never disappointed. Their pizza is amazing too!!!“

“The food is always delicious. Rosario also supports organizations through dining to donate/coupon days contributing a percentage of the proceeds supporting humanitarian causes. You cannot beat that!“

“Our meal was DELICIOUS! Scallop appetizer followed by entrees of halibut, bronzino and orata. Wonderful service made for a beautiful evening“

“Their Linguine with White ClamWin Sauce is one of the best I have ever tasted. I actually asked for a straw to get the remaining Sauce from the bowl. 😊“

“Best white pizza EVER! Thank you! 🦋💙“

“I came here for my birthday dinner, and the service was honestly top notch. We felt well taken care of the entire time; our waiter was consistently attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. We started with the calamari, and the sauce was PHENOMENAL. Our meals were excellent, and we were really happy with our choice for dinner.“

“Amazing dinner experience with my daughter!!!“

“The food is incredible everytime I am in town all I want to do is go eat there“

“Come with an empty stomach! Giant sandwiches, great quality meats!“

“Came in for Friday evening take out. Love watching a glimpse of the cooking in the back and appreciate the zeppoli treats. Not just pizza it is authentic Italian cuisine. Never a bad meal.“

“The best of the best place to come and enjoy the ultimate dinner party on a Thursday night. Ten stars! The food is absolutely delicious and the environment is exhilarating. A must place to come and visit. Thank me later.“

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Review for Arca Restaurant Absolutely amazing experience at Arca Restaurant in Lincoln Park! From the moment you walk in, you’re welcomed with a warm, inviting atmosphere and attentive service. The food is outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. Every dish we tried was cooked to perfection, with authentic taste and generous portions. The staff is friendly, professional, and genuinely cares about making your experience great. Whether you’re going for a casual dinner or a special night out, Arca delivers every time. Highly recommend—this is easily one of the best spots in the area! 🍽️✨“

“We had a wonderful Dinner at Novelli Restaurant in Wayne NJ yesterday celebrating my amazing Wife Karen's birthday. Food,service and ambiance was outstanding !“

“E&V has the BEST Italian food ever., why go anywhere else. E&V has been around for over 50years. Thank you for great food always. Eric“

“Delicious pizza and entrees! Great dining room service I highly recommend I live in NY“

“Great food, friendly people“

“Greatest Pizza on Earth!!“

“Greeted & seated immediately upon arrival even though we were early for our reservation! Excellent & very attentive wait staff! The food was delicious & plentiful! A very bright, lovely restaurant with “Delicious Italian Food”!!!“

“I get delivery from them and they’re always fast and have the best pizza in Ringwood. The other places aren’t bad and no disrespect to them but this is my go to place. They have a great selection of gourmet pizzas too. The online system is also super convenient and the delivery is always fast and the driver friendly. I’ve had friend rave about how my parties have the best pizza and its thanks to Luigi’s.“

“This place is TOP SHELF. Went twice this past week and honestly feel there is NO place in the area that comes remotely close to this restaurant! I moved from Bergen County and until now, could not find that rare combination of quality food, CLEAN and attentive , personable staff. The seafood is AMAZING. I’ve heard some comments in reference to the owner….guess what…he’s doing a whole lot of right, maybe you just don’t know the difference.“

“I have LOVED Tony’s Pizza my entire life! Their pizza has remained consistent and unforgettably delicious! I grew up in Pompton Lakes and I have moved all over the country and have dated more pizza than I care to share 🤣 I swear to you there is no better sausage pie in the world better than Tony’s. I work and own a business in the food industry and I swear by this pizza and mussels. Whenever I am back in Jersey or when my peeps come to visit, they know I will be ordering several pies to freeze for when we are nostalgic and want a a GREAT PIE! I cannot recommend this Mom & Pop restaurant more. Thank you all for my latest haul! You are the BEST!!!!! 🌟 😉🌟🌟🌟🌟“

“Amazing food and amazing customer service!“

“When an owner like Donny is devoted to his business and truly concerned about quality, the result brings more than satisfied “repeat” customers! Congrats on bringing quality delights to the community! See you soon... Stan Jaffe“

“Delicious food“

“Excellent service, very tasty food well prepared. Have eaten there on many occasions and thoroughly enjoyed every meal.“

“I ordered from my job once in a while and don't have time to call. Their online ordering system is amazing and you can write any note and they will actually read it and do what you need. I had a problem months ago and the owner actually called me and spoke with me. She was a very nice lady and the reason I haven't nixed the place. Food is delicious 😊 5 stars always!“