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Laboratorio Kitchen, Montclair, NJ

Laboratorio Kitchen

4.7
4.7
2330 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
21:00
Booked 40 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
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
  • 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.

What 2,330 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Essex

    Best Value

  • Essex

    Innovative

  • Essex

    Italian

  • Essex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Laboratorio Kitchen in Montclair is a culinary gem known for its "exceptional food" and "attentive service." Chef James impresses with an ever-changing, seasonal menu featuring standout dishes like seafood linguine and giant meatballs. Guests appreciate the cozy, elegant ambiance and the BYOB policy. A "must-try" for food enthusiasts.

2,330 Reviews
  1. Todd James

    New York City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at Laboratorio is always a wonderful experience. The food, service, and ambiance are top-notch. It is highly recommended.

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  2. Diane

    New York City

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in Montclair! A favorite of ours for years!

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  3. ROBIN

    New York City

    1027 reviews

    5.0

    1027 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always look forward to dining at LK, for the shrimp arrabiata and Caesar salad special. A favorite is their pasta dish with sausage and broccoli rabe in a vodka sauce. Very tangy and spicy dish which we love. The lemon sole special with string beans and spinach was light and tasty. I tried something new this visit because every time I dine at LK I always get the scallops with cauliflower puree and chive aioli, to die for, especially with blackened scallops. Great evening, worth the drive.

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  4. lauren

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been to this restaurant numerous times! I loveeee their food. Today I was so disappointed on how we were rushed out our table because they had a big party coming in. I was brought the check didn’t ask if we wanted anything else then told to please get up because they had a big party coming in. I went to meet up a friend for a birthday dinner and we couldn’t even catch up. I love this resturant put probably the last time I will visit in a while.

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  5. Steve

    New Jersey

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 22 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual, Laboratorio kitchen did not disappoint. The Sole was perfectly cooked and served hot over spinach and haricot verts…. And it was delicious. The appy’s and desserts were fresh and delicately prepared. Lastly, service was on point. Another great dinner experience, Bravo Laboratorio Kitchen.

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  6. Steven

    New Jersey

    109 reviews

    5.0

    109 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner. Linguine carbonara and parpadall with duck was the best

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  7. Anne

    New York City

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is fantastic. Service was excellent. it is a little 'brisk' feeling as the table spaces are a little tight and it is hustling and bustling but its a great place and you'll love the food. It may not be the soothing romantic place - probably best for meeting up with friends or established couple!

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  8. stuart

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent overall prompt but not rushed service excellent food and good value. We definitely recommend this restaurant.

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  9. Mindy

    New York City

    29 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We were having trouble finding parking and called so they would hold our reservation, which they did. When we were leaving, a server or hostess asked if we had parked in the back. We said, no we did not know there was a lot in the back. I said I guess you were not the person who answered the phone when we called to say we were having trouble parking. She did not respond either way. It left a bad taste in our mouth as we ended the night. Dinner itself: We had two orders of the buratta/proscuitto appetizer specials and they were both delicious. None of us were wowed by our main courses, although the servings are very generous. One in our party of four could not decide and asked the waiter to surprise him with one of three choices. He was underwhelmed- it was a seafood dish. He left the extra behind which was unusual for him. When I saw the bill, I noticed the waiter chose the most expensive of the three dishes. That was disappointing. Lastly, I ordered the GF pasta and was not sure it was GF, as the waiter seemed a bit unconvincing. After two calls to the restaraunt the following day, I received a call from the chef himself, who assured me it was in fact GF. He offered to comp me another pasta dinner next time we came in, which was really generous. We will give it another try, and make a plan to parking in a garage so we don't have to stress about parking.

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  10. Jennifer

    New York City

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food delicious. The service was good but the waiter had no personality and was miserable. Not friendly at all shouldn't be in the service industry.

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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 2330 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
21:00
Booked 40 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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