Best Lunch Restaurants in Newark

We decided to dine here for the first time based on positive reviews. The location and restaurant itself is in a small strip mall. We were warmly greeted and seated promptly. We enjoyed seeing the great Italian-themed pictures and art on the walls and accompanying low-volume music playing to give us a touch of Italy. The Petrale Sole (Special of the Day) was superb, perfectly cooked, and the accompanying sauce and vegetables very pleasing to the palate. The Risotto with scallops, sun-dried tomatoes and artichokes (another Special of the Day) was excellent. The service was top notch and most appreciated was the attention to our stated food allergies. We were too full to experience their dessert, so we have to go back another time soon.

The halibut was excellent. Jaime and Sonny were great servers.

Met friends for a casual late lunch on a Saturday. It was not crowded, so noise level was good to chat and socialize. Great ambiance and friendly service, food and drinks were good. Prices were on the higher end but all tasted good and was well presented. it looks like they have a good happy hour to try out. My only disappointment was that the photo of chicken tortilla soup was filled with avocado , but my bowl had none ☹️ though the soup was very good.

Poke Nachos are always delicious, calamari is very good, not chewy at all. I had the jambalaya over rice and it was meaty and delicious

Came in at 7pm. Table is ready, Got our orders. Food is served right away. Service is quick and good. Happy customer here.