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Laboratorio Kitchen, Montclair, NJ

Laboratorio Kitchen

4.7
4.7
2349 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 24 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
Laboratorio Kitchen offers guests a modern atmosphere paired with seasonal food and tender service. We are a BYOB restaurant. Chef/Owner James DeSisto has a seasonal a la carte menu featuring fresh seafood, pasta, steaks, and appetizers. In addition there is a chef’s special menu featuring local and seasonal food from all over NJ, PA, and NY please keep in mind this menu changes weekly. Chef DeSisto also has gluten free and vegan options for guests as well. Our outdoor patio is weather permitting, if we cannot accommodate outside due to weather we will move you inside depending on availability. Some must try’s are the giant meatball, house made pastas, steak au poivre or our delicious day boat scallops!! Do not skip dessert everything from start to finish will be memorable, so come in and enjoy culinary excellence with us!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, French
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (973) 746-6100
  • Website
    http://www.thelaboratoriokitchen.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    James DeSisto
  • Private party facilities
    We would love to host your next party at Laboratorio Kitchen, contact us for details.

Menu

We source our ingredients locally, use only grass fed meat, and the freshest seafood in the market. Please inform your server of allergy or dietary restrictions. Vegan-vegetarian options upon request

Appetizer

  • Veal and Beef MeatballUS$14.00

    grandma's plum tomato sauce, pecorino cheese, basil oil

    • PEI MusselsUS$14.00

      meuniere style, fresh herbs, butter, white wine, cherry tomatoes, lemon zest

      • House Made RavioliUS$15.00

        ricotta, pecorino, vodka sauce, crispy spinach,jumbo lump crab

        • Shrimp ArrabbiataUS$16.00

          spicy red pepper, garlic, butter, parsley

          • Fig and Gorgonzola CrostiniUS$12.00

            local honey, walnut, balsamic syrup, rosemary

            Salad

            • Baby ArugulaUS$11.00

              green apple, goat cheese, Rosemary vinaigrette, toasted almonds

              • House Made Burrata Cheese PuttanescaUS$13.00

                capers, olives, tomatoes, micro greens, aged balsamic

                • Organic GreensUS$11.00

                  mixed lettuce, parmesan cheese, cranberries, walnuts, balsamic dressing

                  Entree

                  • Idaho Rainbow TroutUS$27.00

                    crispy potatoes, paprika butter sauce, warm arugula, chives

                    • Prime NY Strip Au PoivreUS$39.00

                      cognac peppercorn sauce, mashed potatoes, baby carrots

                      • Wester Ross Atlantic SalmonUS$29.00

                        potato purée, haricot verts, caper butter

                        • Day Boat ScallopsUS$30.00

                          cauliflower puree, chive oil, spring micro greens

                          • Local Mushroom RisottoUS$28.00

                            chorizo, crispy spinach, lump crab meat

                            • Organic ChickenUS$24.00

                              pureed potato, baby carrots, lemon-butter, fresh herbs

                              • Steak FritesUS$39.00

                                14oz prime NY strip steak, house cut fries, herb salad

                                Pastas

                                • Fresh Rigatoni PastaUS$24.00

                                  Italian sausage, broccoli rabe, fresh garlic, tomato cream sauce

                                  • Homemade LinguiniUS$28.00

                                    scallops, shrimp, jumbo lump crab, seafood tomato sauce

                                    • Fresh PappardelleUS$26.00

                                      veal and beef meatball, tomato cream sauce, fresh herbs, locatelli cheese

                                      • Hand Rolled Ricotta CavatelliUS$19.00

                                        tomato cream sauce, fresh basil, and shaved pecorino cheese

                                        Last updated: 9 February 2024

                                        What 2,349 people are saying

                                        Overall ratings and reviews

                                        Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                        4.7
                                        4.7 based on recent ratings
                                        • 4.7Food
                                        • 4.7Service
                                        • 4.5Ambience
                                        • 4.7Value

                                        Noise • Moderate

                                        Diners' Choice Awards

                                        • Essex

                                          Best Value

                                        • Essex

                                          Innovative

                                        • Essex

                                          Italian

                                        Review summary

                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                        Laboratorio Kitchen in Montclair delights guests with "perfect dishes" and a "wonderful dining experience," making it a favorite among locals. Chef James impresses with "original meals" and "ever-changing specials." The service is consistently "excellent" and the ambiance is "lovely," though noise levels can be high. Reservations recommended!

                                        2,349 Reviews

                                        1. Bonnie

                                          New York City

                                          5 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          5 reviews

                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          The food was amazing. Would definitely go back again.

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                                        2. Nathan

                                          VIP

                                          New York City

                                          19 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          19 reviews

                                          Dined 3 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Excellent across the board you have a definite fan in me.I shall return great experience.

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                                        3. Dr Randall

                                          VIP

                                          Chicago

                                          9 reviews

                                          4.0

                                          9 reviews

                                          Dined 4 days ago

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 4
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          Crusted chicken parm was EXCELLENT SHRIMP Arabiata app very good Salad with walnuts, parm with balsamic dressing excellent . King salmon excellent. Tiramisu excellent!!! Service was excellent. Will definitely return !!!! Happy New Year

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                                        4. ann

                                          VIP

                                          New York City

                                          16 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          16 reviews

                                          Dined 5 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          My daughter and I both had the salmon special. It was excellent as was the service!! My husband and son- in- law both had a pasta special. Both pasta dishes were very fresh and delicious!! The staff is all top notch!!!

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                                        5. Jed

                                          New York City

                                          18 reviews

                                          4.0

                                          18 reviews

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 4
                                          2. Food 4
                                          3. Service 4
                                          4. Ambience 4
                                          Quite,Good quality food,Nice neighborhood,Ample street parking.

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                                        6. Peter

                                          New York City

                                          4 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          4 reviews

                                          Dined 6 days ago

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Excellent dining experience. Creative and delicious food. Attentive service. A great Christmas Eve dinner with the family!

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                                        7. David

                                          New York City

                                          3 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          3 reviews

                                          Dined on 20 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          The menu has great variety, the food was uniformly excellent, the service was great, the waiter was very knowledgeable. And the food is reasonably priced.

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                                        8. LISA

                                          Greater Boston

                                          2 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          2 reviews

                                          Dined on 19 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          They are very accommodating! Specials offered are so different and unique. Portions were perfect and service was exceptional. Highly recommend this Cool joint

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                                        9. Todd James

                                          VIP

                                          New York City

                                          5 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          5 reviews

                                          Dined on 19 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Everything is always fantastic! Please continue the excellent work and great hospitality!

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                                        10. Paul

                                          New York City

                                          8 reviews

                                          5.0

                                          8 reviews

                                          Dined on 15 December 2024

                                          1. Overall 5
                                          2. Food 5
                                          3. Service 5
                                          4. Ambience 5
                                          Great food and service. Byo big benefit.reservations a must. Meatball is enormus.

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                                        FAQs

                                        Laboratorio Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 746-6100.

                                        Laboratorio Kitchen is rated 4.7 stars by 2349 OpenTable diners.

                                        Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                        Make a booking

                                        2 people
                                        19:00
                                        Booked 24 times today

                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                        Google Map for Laboratorio Kitchen

                                        615 Bloomfield, Montclair, NJ 07042

                                        Additional information

                                        • Area
                                          Montclair
                                        • Hours of Operation
                                          Wed–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                        • Price
                                          $30 and under
                                        • Cuisines
                                          Italian, Seafood, French
                                        • Dining style
                                          Casual Dining
                                        • Dress code
                                          Casual Dress
                                        • Parking details
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                                        • Payment Options
                                          AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                        • Executive Chef
                                          James DeSisto
                                        • Additional
                                          Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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