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1. Angelina's Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(542)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Tottenville
Booked 13 times today
Angelina's Ristorante is a Staten Island gem, renowned for its exceptional service and Italian cuisine. Reviewers rave about the 'excellent', 'top notch' food and 'superb' service. One reviewer even said, 'This is more than just a restaurant. The vibes, atmosphere, the people as well as the food make you feel like you're with family'. The restaurant's ambiance has been described as 'beautiful', 'classy', and 'lovely', making it the perfect place for a special occasion. It's clear from the reviews that it's definitely worth a drive.
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2. Campania Coal Fired Pizza - Tottenville
4.8
Exceptional(37)
Price: Expensive
• Pizzeria • Tottenville
Booked 4 times today
Specializing in authentic coal-fired Italian pizza, antipasto and other traditional Italian dishes. We use only the freshest and finest ingredients. We also make our own mozzarella daily by hand and have a full bar!
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3. Lorenzo's Restaurant, Bar & Cabaret - Hilton Garden Inn - SI
4.7
Exceptional(240)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Bloomfield
Booked 4 times today
Lorenzo's Restaurant, Bar and Cabaret, our Zagat Rated restaurant, serves Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily. On Sunday enjoy our Brunch Buffet with Live Piano music. Lorenzo's award winning Modern Italian and American cuisine, attentive service, a truly gorgeous art filled setting combined with live entertainment, makes your dining experience exceptional!Having trouble making an online reservation? Please call 1-718-477-2400 ext. 4 to speak with a member of our amazing team to make your reservation! See you soon!
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4. Meximodo - Cocina Mexicana & Tequila Bar
4.5
Awesome(854)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Colonia
Booked 138 times today
Official Guinness World Record Title Holder for Most Tequilas/Mezcals at a bar-restaurant in the world!Meximodo is where the roots of classic Mexican cooking are always respected and our modern twists blossom into a fresh, new culinary experience. Located centrally within Metuchen’s plaza, we’re the beating corazón of fun and flavor in town. We’re excited to welcome you into our casa!Most of our ingredients are locally sourced right here in the Garden State. Combining traditional techniques and powerful bold flavors, every dish brings you on a journey through Mexico.We had to go big or go home. Boasting the world's largest tequila selection, our expert mixologists have every tool to craft cocteles made to savor.Whether it’s a fun date night, drinks with friends, or a meal out with the family, Meximodo’s vibrant and warm atmosphere is here to welcome all.
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5. Panini Grill
4.6
Exceptional(113)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • West Brighton
Booked 9 times today
Panini Grill was founded by three brothers from Italy, eager to open an Italian family style restaurant in America.We wanted a traditional family atmosphere, Trattoria or neighborhood place that offers large portions and a variety of homemade, home-style cooking, just like my Mamma used to make. "WERE MORE THAN JUST PANINI'S"We'd love to welcome your group of 12 or more, please call us for availability.Come join us at our home! Mangia!!
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6. A Salute
4.4
Awesome(436)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Matawan
Booked 15 times today
VOTED #1 FOR BEST ITALIAN FOOD ON THE EAST COAST BY BAYCITIZEN.ORG!!!A Salute is an Italian restaurant & full service cocktail bar located in an 1850 Church on Main Street in Matawan, NJ (Three minute walk from train station). The 170 year old building has kept its character and warmth to provide a comfortable setting for families and friends to enjoy a great lunch or dinner. Outdoor dining with a full service bar and oversized patio.Karaoke every Friday Night!Lunch Available daily from 11:30-3:30pm. Happy Hour daily from 3:00pm-6:00pm featuring 1/2 off drinks and select appetizers. Dinner begins at 4:00pm.We are now offering a $60 pp Family Style Dinner, 7 Days a week, incl. holidays. Minimum 2 ppl required. Kids 10 and Under Eat Free!
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7. Nauti Cajun Crab
4.6
Exceptional(604)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Metuchen
Booked 12 times today
We now accepting reservation for outdoor and indoor dining.We take great pride in providing a friendly and vibrant atmosphere for our guests to enjoy our delicious seafood, live crawfish, crispy wings and our popular seafood fried rice and garlic noodles. We take the "traditional Creole seafood boil" to the next level. We boil our crawfish and seafood with classic Louisiana style spices along with our own secret blend of spices then top it off with your choice of one of our mouth-watering flavors. After establishing a popular seafood boil in New Jersey since 2016, we are excited to bring our concept to Metuchen with even better seasonings and guest experience.
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8. Casa Giuseppe
4.8
Exceptional(278)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Iselin
Booked 4 times today
Casa Giuseppe is a Northern Italian cuisine gem. With perfect dining experiences, as mentioned in the reviews, it's a place where you can enjoy a drink, homemade bread, and olive oil before your meal. The food is consistently praised for being well-proportioned and fresh. The staff is commended for exceptional service, making you feel welcome. The ambiance is described as cozy and warm, and the restaurant even offers a lemoncello drink at the end of the meal. It's a great place for social gatherings and even romantic dates, as one reviewer mentioned the rose napkins on Valentine's Day. Definitely worth the drive!
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9. House 157 Restaurant & Bar
4.6
Exceptional(409)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Roselle Park
Booked 17 times today
A HOME for everyone From the first step into House 157 the feeling of peace and home penetrate the senses. The modern sleek decor is the perfect backdrop for the finely curated menu spanning a variety of cultures. That highlights the diversity and unique colors and flavors from cuisines across the globe
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10. Bocelli Ristorante
4.9
Exceptional(650)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Concord
Booked 7 times today
For almost two decades, Bocelli Ristorante has been providing the most authentic Italian cuisine in Staten Island and New York City. Voted the Best Italian Restaurant in both 2014 and 2015, and named one of the 2017 Top 10 best Italian Restaurants in NYC, we pride ourselves on using the finest ingredients to make delicious dishes all served in an atmosphere that will place you on a sunny hillside in Italy. Whether seeking an intimate dinner with a loved one, a family get-together or a larger special occasion in our private party room, there are few restaurants that can cater to your senses like Bocelli Ristorante.See you soon!
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