“Friendly greeting from the hostess. No reservation on our part because it was 5PM, weekday, pre summer crowds. Sheila our server introduced herself and took our drink orders. She mentioned the daily specials all tempting. I settled on two appetizers: ahi tuna delicious and the cold antipasto for two I shared with my wife. She had pasta carbonara which she throughly enjoyed. I had an awesome espresso with anisette to top a delicious meal off. Sheila was friendly and attentive. Of course we will return.“
“Its literally an Italian tavern! Rustic wood cabin vibes, with a comprehensive classic Italian menu. Upscale casual. Staff works hard, food prices are fair for 2024. They have tons of weeknight specials too, and have a vibrant bar scene for sports. Solid cocktail and wine list. Only knock is the food itself is above average, but not a full fledged 'great'. A few items were bland and not well seasoned. Portion size is hit or miss depending on what you order. Seems like a very dependable place in the Manasquan-Sea Girt-Spring Lake area - especially if you take advantage of their specials and promotions.“
“Ok, I've never eaten in, but we get take out or delivery. I could almost live on their garden salad built to order and chopped with the best balsamic dressing I've ever had. And even the "small" salad is enormous.When we want pizza, their spinach ricotta specialty pie is superb!“
“Words can't describe how good this place is. I drive 1.5 hours just to eat here. I've been to hundreds of restaurants, and Spanos is the only one I have ever been to that consistently provides the best hospitality. Chef Joe Spanos greets every table with a warm smile and some house appetizers. The food is out of this world... can't wait to come back again this summer!“
“I had the Octopus and Calamari in a delicious broth. I enjoyed it very much. Two family members had the Scallops special and they said it was very good. The other family member had the pork chop special and he loved it. Try the muscles appetizer, it’s phenomenal!!! Our waitress was knowledgeable and very polite. The dining room is clean but a bit cramped. The place is a bit small and noisy but it was a nice meal. It’s a byob establishment, bring some wine or beer and have a good time.“
“Really really delicious pasta dishes. Traditional style and homemade. The quatro formaggi was so good. Hostess was lovely and the owner/gm seriously wants everyone to have a great experience when you eat here. Been here on dates and with family. Not crazy expensive for just pasta. Check this place out.“
“Great food, amazing atmosphere. The staff and the food is the reason I come every week. The gem stone of neptune city!Parking: Plenty of parking except for friday and Saturday nights, it gets super busy, somewhat of a wait but we'll worth itKid-friendliness: extremely kid friendly restaurant“
“We celebrated our anniversary dinner here and we couldn’t have picked a better place. The food was delicious! Portions are huge and we had to take almost half of the food home. Cozy and romantic atmosphere. Everyone is so friendly and very accommodating! We will definitely come back again!“
“Omg. The chicken Frangelica! First time visiting the new location and boy was it great! Our server (J) was attentive, knowledgeable and friendly. She laughed with us, catered to our needs and made perfect recommendations. Can’t wait to go back!“
“This is our go to restaurant because we always know we will have a great meal. The food is amazing. Staff is on point and so professional. Kate, our server was one of the sweetest people we have met. Made our meal even more special. Thank you for an awesome meal and we will be back!!“
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“I decided to have a girls' night out in Belmar & I'm so happy that I picked PizzaHeaven as the venue. Rigo was very helpful in the planning process. We had almost 20 women & everyone raved about the service (thanks to Britney) & the food. Thanks so much for making our evening a success!“
“My Dad and I went for dinner on a Monday night. There was no wait on the weekday and our server and host was so attentive, she knew the menu and had great recommendations based on what we were looking to eat. (Kudos to Bunny, absolutely awesome service).We had an amazing appetizer that was off menu and one of the specials that our server suggested. Arancini were delicious rice balls served with an amazing sauce.We had an eggplant parmesan and a fettuccine bolognese as our meals. Both meals were absolutely delicious and were plenty large enough to bring some home for an additional meal (or two).We were too full for desert but without a doubt we will save room for desert on our mext visit. Of the deserts are half as good as the meal, it will be phenomenal.Thank you Piccolino staff, cooks and Bunny our amazing server.“
“Ordered on their website. Delivery was not that long. Got a personal plain pie, jalapeno poppers, and pasta fagioli. All great, but would've liked the poppers to be warmer. They were still delicious and came with marinara which was a nice surprise.“
“A small Italian deli. Carries a broad variety of prepared foods. Lots of breads, olives and antipastos. Some items looked very special like their eggplant towers, their fried flounder cutlets and their eggplant and long hot dish.I took lots of pics.They make sandwiches to order, but no dine-in.It has a sister restaurant in Seaside.Not cheap, but few good Italian delis are. :-)“
“Joe Leone catered the repast in my home for my husband's best friend. The food was delicious and easy to present and the whole process was so easy. The information from heating and serving instructions to deadlines for changes where clear and concise. I was particularly impressed with the sausage and peppers Bianca. It was over the top delicious--the sausage was great, the veg perfectly cooked and the potatoes just made it a bit more interesting. Thank you for making a difficult day manageable.“
“Great date night place amongst just general dinners, celebrations, etc. BYOB. It smells delicious as soon as you walk in, the ambiance and setting is beautiful. The menu is simple yet elegant. Got the burrata to start and split the cacio e Pepe and the salmon dish. So good!“
“Just driving buy and I totally lucked out pulling into this place. It's a very quaint dining room with only 5 - 4 top tables in the front with an additional dinning room inside. The gentleman behind the counter greeted me immediately with a big smile and was happy to help! I ordered a small chefs salad, a slice of pie, and an ice cold vanilla cream soda! Delicious! Food was great, and the service was fast. I will be back.“
“Always great food and service! They also have an extremely efficient takeout system. The staff is always very friendly and quick. Favorites are the house salad, Jim's salad, cauliflower crust pizza and chicken parm. Definitely a shore favorite!!“
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“I go to Cipriani’s several times a week because it is local to where I am most of the week: the food is great and fresh. The staff is hands down fantastic. The only issue I have is the pricing. Listen, I get it. Everything cost triple than it did just a couple years ago, but pizza really shouldn’t cost as much as they charge. I recommend them for their food just know, for what you get it’s pricey“
“So glad to find a place that makes gluten free dairy free pizza that is so good. With certain dietary restrictions it can be so hard to eat out and maintain the way I like to eat. Their menu is very “diet restriction” friendly and their cauliflower crust is so good. You won’t miss the gluten or the cheese!Dietary restrictions: Gluten free, dairy free“
“We found this spot last minute because the pizza place we were headed to had a 30+ minute wait- and I’m so glad they did because the food was fabulous. I’ve lived in the area for over 40 years and go to the same places that have become Jersey shore institutions when we get the thin crust pizza craving but La Lupa rates above them all. We ordered the mussels marinara, chicken and margarita pizza, garlic knots that were the size of my hand and even dessert! Just wow. The staff and possibly owner were super welcoming, friendly and we just could not get over how attentive they were. He made the marinara extra spicy for me for my mussels and the sauce even challenged my Nona’s (sorry Nona). The thin crust pizza was wonderful. Just the right amount of toppings, great sauce and wonderful dough/crust. We loved the food so much we asked if they deliver to ensure this becomes are go to pizza delivery from now on! The only reason they got 4 stars for atmosphere is because it’s a small little place with minimal tables as it’s a pizza place from a venue perspective with restaurant menu that I can’t wait to continue to try!“
“This place is truly awesome. All the food is great, not just a pizza place. My wife, children, and I love this establishment. We could not recommend it enough.Parking: Best to find a spot on main street, or you will have to park behind in the public town parking lot.Kid-friendliness: My children love the food, but Qua has a small dining room. So just make sure that you and your children are respecting that.Wheelchair accessibility: The restaurant itself is wheelchair accessible. However, There is only 1 handicap space close to the unit, and it is on Main St.“
“Oh my God! My sister ordered delivery for my birthday and it was the BEST chicken francese, omg so delicious. Delivered hot, fresh, friendly and fast. amazing salad, amazing blue cheese dressing PIZZA IS FABULOUS!!! Calzone delicious everything cooked to perfection! This place is ON POINT.“
“We came here on a Saturday night with a reservation for a group of 6. You enter through the pizza shop to get to the dining room and were promptly seated. Our server was excellent! She was very polite, friendly, did not mind repeating herself and was very patient with the elderly members of our group. The food was delicious, the portions were huge and everyone enjoyed their selection. Found a new gem with great prices plus BYOB. Only downside is the dining room gets a little loud. But we will definitely go back!“
“Fantastic. Nice selection of prepared foods and pantry staples in a not-gigantic space. Super helpful staff, and maybe owner(?) helped me find what I needed, carried it to my car, and let me know if I call ahead on a future visit, they can get me what I want the next day. I haven’t tried my take out items yet but they look goooooood!“
“We went to Antonio's for Easter and had a very good experience!Excellent food and service. Antonio went above and beyond and personally ensured that all our requests were met. The atmosphere was lively, and it was evident that everyone around us was enjoying themselves. We're already looking forward to our next visit!"“
“Ordered for the first time based off of reviews on slice app and I am so glad I did! Hands down best Italian food in Brick. Pizza was so delicious and crispy and the manicotti dinner was amazing. 2 pasta dinners and a large pie was about $50 and totally worth it! Def my new fave place! Also, we got free order or zeppoles! Win!“
“The food is amazing! I had the Poached Pear salad with grill chicken. My husband on the other hand was disappointment since they advertise as an Italian Bar/ Restaurant he was looking forward to eating meatballs and spaghetti but the waitress said "well you won't be able to get that here because this is a Mediterranean Resturant" jaws dropped on both me and my husband as we were surprised to hear that, so he had the chicken marsela and baked potato that definitely did not disappoint. Dessert was also delicious.“
“This place is definitely worth trying. Every time we go there, I get something different, and they never disappoint. The owner, Anthony, is very sweet and personable. He greets and chats with everyone who dines there. His staff is great as well.“
“Had a plain/pepperoni pie and a chicken vodka pie with sauce on the side. Pizza was good. Thin crust style. My blackened tuna bites were good. Slightly overcooked than I had asked but still worth finishing the plate. Kinda of an old man fisherman bar feel with pizza but still had some old school charm to it.“
“Was visiting the area last week and had no idea what to eat. Saw this place had high ratings and gave it a shot. Lemme tell you, they earned these ratings! Affordable, filling, and delicious. Reminded me of my aunt’s cooking growing up. Home style cooking and great portions. Now where I’m ordering from next time I’m in the area! Love it!“
“Born and raised on Vinnies Pizza. I moved to upstate NY 25 years ago but every summer when I bring the wife down to the old neighborhood the first place we stop is Vinnies. It is still just as good as the first time I had it around 30+ years ago.“
“The BEST pizza and food hands down. Freshest ingredients all made with love. Excellent Salads, Sandwiches and Pasta Dishes. And don't forget dessert at Del Pontes Bakery and Del Ponte's Creamery too! Everything at Del Ponte's block of Heaven is TOP NOTCH.“
“I Was there with a party of about 40 women last night for a Christmas get together and the Food and service were great! We had a wonderful time and will return! Thank you Lana for a wonderful night with friends.Dietary restrictions: WAs very accommodating being gluten free“
“Maria’s Pizza comes highly recommended. The owner/staff was so kind and professional and exemplified the best customer service I have experienced in a while. I inquired about catered food and the owner was willing to prepare something for me in a way different than he normally makes it and it was prior to a holiday when he must have been filling multiple catering orders. Needless to say, it was delicious and people were asking where I got it from at the party. I have always liked their food but this was a positive experience and one I won’t forget. They will come highly recommended from me!“
“Eight of us went for dinner 2 weeks ago. The service was great. Our waitress was very pleasant and attentive. The food was fantastic! We were all very impressed with Saltimbocca and plan to return for another terrific evening!!! I very highly recommend it.“
“I LOVE there food! I have been going to eat there for many years..Even was in the old location many years back. I have moved since, but every time I am in that area I stop. I am never disappointed! I am actually craving there pizza now...nothing in my area comes close to Bruno's.Love you guys !See you soon“
“The food here is what it is a menu put together by someone who wants to sell drunk, but drinks are good. The atmosphere is loud but fun. It feels like it represents the city well. You are not going to get gourmet food but you will probably have a good time.“
“Papa V's has some of the best pizza around the area. Nothing is like a north jersey pie, but that being said, this is the closest you'll get. The crust is great, and the toppings are perfect. A Margherita is our go-to pie, but an eggplant rollatini is a close second. This pizzeria does it right. And that is hard to come by!!! This review is coming from someone who spent a lot of time in pizzerias growing up, my family was in the business, and I make my own pizza often.Vegetarian options: Eggplant rollatini pie is outstanding!!“
“We had to pick something up in Asbury Park so my better half was reminded of a time in the 80s that here Grandparents brought her to Vic’s . So here we are and it didn’t disappoint. Wish I knew about this place sooner. Everyone ordered a pizza except for me I had a chicken parm sandwich. Of course I ate a few slices and oh my!!!! I love thin crust and it crunches when you bite it. So good. The Chicken parm was good but in my opinion will not win any awards?. The bread it was on was very good. But again the pizza was the best I have had in quite awhile. Great job to staff at Vic’s our server was very attentive !!Parking: They have parking in rear of restaurant it’s a little tight. You can park on the street if it’s full . Which I am sure it’s always full.“
“We had the most amazing experience with doughboys, ordered some food for catering, our guests loved it, from the moment we placed the order till the moment we picked up the food it was a very pleasant experience, and the food was amazing, thank you very much for a great catering experience, we will be seeing you more this year“
“Wow! The best chicken franchise I’ve ever had. I ordered to get it delivered and came fast. The lady that answered the phone was nice and didn’t rush me off the phone. I also ordered calamari and also Wow!!Thank you for your service and your food is yummy yummy yummy!!!!!“
“My husband and I come to this area every year to spend our anniversaryIt's been sixteen years now. We have been coming to this place since year one. It never disappoints. The owner and staff are always pleasant. The restaurant is always clean with a beautiful atmosphere and soothing ?. This year they have outdone themselves with new additions to the menu. The vodka pizza with sesame crust with added eggplant is by far my favorite. My husband gets his old faithful pizza every year which is the coal house original. The way he looks at this pizza makes me smile. It is ( in his words) the best pizza he has ever eaten! I pray we can celebrate 16+ more and continue to come here.Thank you for such a satisfying meal.A great way to spend our last night ??“
“Great food! I wish we were closer to you we would definitely return! Had the stuffed flounder with spinach in a white wine sauce -delicious - their birthday cake was light and delicious. We were there today for Mercedes Weber's birthday celebration- so lovely thank you!“
“Don't know why we waited so long to try this place! Holy cow! We haven't had anything yet we didn't love. The chicken parm sandwich on garlic bread is to die for. We haven't tried the pizza yet but it looks amazing. Only off-putting thing to us is that there's ricotta on the chicken parm pizza which imo is just icky. You don't put it in the dish or the sandwich so why on the pizza? But it's ok. Just say the word and they won't put it on. That will most likely be how we roll. Can't wait to try it!“
“Oh my LORD! The vegan food is sooooooo good!! I tried 6 different things, and one was better than the next, and it’s BIG and HEAVY food! You definitely get your money’s worth. I will order from then again and again and will tell my family and friends.“
“They charge you on soda refills which was $3.50 a pop. It should be noted they charge for refills. I didn't see any notation on the menu. I may have missed it, but next time I'll order only one. It is BYOB place. I wonder if I can bring a soda??“
“everyone there is so kind. the waiters are so dedicated to their job. my friends and i went there and i dropped my slice and they gave me another. the staff is also very patient and i always get a warm welcome when i go. i highly recommend going here to eat!“
“First time my husband and I were there. Very friendly staff, and the food was amazing. We had volcano shrimp for appetizer. Bread with olive oil to dip..I had the lazy day grouper with spinach. The best I've ever had. My husband had pretzel crusted pork chops which was also very good. So happy we went and had the most delicious dinner. Looking forward for the next time. It's our new favorite place!“
“Phenomenal rustic Italian restaurant. The food is top tier along with the service and the cocktails are delicious. If you don’t get the espresso martini you’re missing out! This is the top 3 most elegant, pleasant, and enjoyable restaurants on the Jersey shore.“