“Spent the day over at Niagara Falls and decided to eat in Canada tbh. So many options. But a lot of places needed reservations so we decided to eat some Italian this day. Was real delicious. Had the bruschetta bread with garlic. And then my dad had an eggplant Parmesan and I had the penne arrabietta . Was real good. Good mix of peppers and spicy sausage I loved the taste and flavor. Portions were perfect. I don’t get to eat a lot of food Italian food so this was a good place. And then for desert we shared the Cinnabon cheesecake. Service was good and helpful as well. I’d def go back.“
“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.“
“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!“
“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“
“A great find! Love the creative menu and the food continually impresses - whether the seafood, steaks, or traditional Italian. The Bolognese and the Calamari are always on point. The service really stands out, especially Juan and the attentive bus staff.“
“La Cipolina, such a treat! The service was impeccable, while being friendly and fun. The food was outstanding! Dinner with friends from apps to dessert, each dish was better than the next. And BYOB!! Perfect meal perfect night. We will be back!“
“Always a great dining experience at Clarizio's. Love the new interior and chandeliers!!! Major upgrade! The food is consistently good and I love that a salad comes with your entree. We loved the croissant appetizer special with croissants imported from a local bakery in Sea Girt. 10/10“
“I came to Da Rosario with my family for lunch. It was so good from start to finish. Felice, our server, was awesome! He handled our daughter's gluten and dairy allergy carefully. She had the GF pizza with tomato sauce, and it was delicious. We will definitely be back!“
“This is a hidden gem. One of the best restaurants in NJ. Every dish I’ve had is absolutely delicious and thoughtfully prepared. The pappardelle with braised lamb is to die for. I’d have it as my last meal.Chef Ash is sweet as pie and when you come in you’re family. He is attentive and kind and you can tell he pays attention to detail. If you happen to be there on a day he has made his famous rice pudding you’re in for a treat! My goodness! I’m getting hungry just thinking about all the wonderful things on the menu! The octopus appetizer is another mouth watering dish!I think I’ll go book a table! ?“
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“EDIT: I am not as angry now and you acknowledged your mistake but every day is a tryout homie sorry I called you the b word.Showed up early to pickup my order let them know what I was there for, watch the balding guy take my sunny d ($30 pizza) box it and set on the cold granite countertop for 10+ minutes while they made the rest of my order. $30 pie literally ice cold before it got to my car. Livid and wish I could swear on here.“
“My only complaint ,is we didn't realize there was a parking lot in the back. We parked on street on a Sunday, the pay station was blinking. We wrongly assumed it was broken or as it's Sunday parking was free Got a ticket, Freehold must be only town in NJ that charges for parking on a Sunday, so that pizza dinner was pretty costly“
“Olivia’s II is an enchanting Italian restaurant which I was delighted to discover. Everything about it made you feel at home and cared about as family. It is one of those places whereby you might be having a difficult day only to have that change by the hospitality and quality of food. I always enjoy the pizza with sausage and anchovies as well as the Brooklyn pie which is also “heavenly”. The chicken parmigiana with linguine, garlic and oil alters your feeling state and makes you smile.It is delicious! I have never been disappointed and frequent this wholesome haven regularly.Dietary restrictions: The food is cooked to order and they also have vegetarian and gluten free options.“
“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 a 5 star establishment!! Thank you guys for being here !Parking: Huge parking lot next door. A-little busy during the day but after 5 everyone leaves the office complex next door . But even then he’s got a couple reserved spots for BELOs right next door .“
“Our group dined early and it was initially quiet. As the restaurant filled up, it does get louder. Food was phenomenal as usual. The Sea Bass entrée was really enjoyed by two of us and the Burratta appetizer & Harvest Salad were quite nice.“
“I gave Ottimo 5 out of 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I told the waiter I wanted to have potato pasta for dinnerHe said Gnocchi dokey!?Pros and cons of Óttimo...Pros:• The service was top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff who knew their menu inside and out.• The food? Absolutely divine! We tried a few different dishes, and each one was expertly prepared and presented. The flavors were bold and exciting, and the portions were extremely generous.(The Pan Seared Gnocchi and Butternut Squash Tortellini we're delicious!!!!)• Large and small tables available, making Ottimo perfect for either a special occasion or just a night out with friends!Cons:None!!!What an incredible dining experience! Óttimo exceeded all of my expectations.“
“I’m from New York I was working in south freehold New Jersey and went to Pat Ds for lunch with a few of my co workers and I have to say I felt right back home in how fantastic the pizza was with absolutely no flop at all and huge slices… the vodka slice was maybe top 3 vodka slices I had and that’s coming from a guy who has had the best vodka slices around New York City… this is my first review and I wouldn’t have wrote this review if I didn’t feel like they fully deserved it trust me if you live in central Jersey make your way to this place and I guarantee you will be writing a review next… Pat D’s I can’t wait to be working out there again to make sure I come for lunch….“
“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.“
“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!!“
“Solid Pizza, ? definitely a unique style and experience. The sauce has a sweeter, more intense flavor than most traditional slices. But definitely a solid slice..Parking: Enough place to park. Either on the side of the store or across the street there’s a public parking lot (free)Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly!Wheelchair accessibility: ??“
“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!“
Italian • $
“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“
“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.“
“Our family was going to have a repast for my mother in law. We weren't sure where to have it. So we went to Nonna's and spoke to Joe the owner. We were not sure of the exact amount of people but Joe gave us option 1 if it was 20 or less, option 2 if 20-30 people. Joe could not have been any more friendly or helpful. He was so nice. He then gave us salad, appetizer and main course suggestions. He told us Melissa, Bill and Greg would be our servers. They were absolutely awesome and their attention to detail was top notch. The meatball sliders were a huge hit and our family raved about how great all the food was. My wife and I have been back since, and have even ordered take out for a family function. Friends that came up from Florida said the next time they come to visit NJ, their first place to go for dinner is Nonna's Cucina in Englishtown. Again, many thanks to Joe, Melissa, Bill and Greg.“
“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!“
“Delicious food, always very fresh & made with love just like home made. Owner John is very friendly and courteous. Our new go to place. Thank you John. You are a great addition to our local community. I highly recommend for everyone to try this restaurant.“
“I've lived in Howell my whole life and just discovered Nonna's!!! Can't say enough good things about this place. It is definitely our go-to for Italian food.... I've never had a bad dish food is always amazing as well as the family that owns it!“
“This was an absolute hidden gem! We were trying to find something midway for our friends meeting us and decided to try it. What a pleasant surprise! Our waiter was super nice and provided great service. They even accommodated a special request of clams on the half shell, and they were great. Shrimp scampi over linguine was tasty and lobster ravioli was delicious and even came with half a lobster tail. Desserts were great too. Definitely will be back. Ambiance was a little dated, but it was clean including the bathrooms.“
“I was there for a family sheva brachos. The food was amazing, wonderful, outstanding, and they were able to tweak things on the spot for my family members with allergies.I didn't have a problem with one of the servers dropping and breaking the plate with something. It can happen to anyone. I was not happy though that he didn't notice (didn't check to notice) that so of the spilled food got onto people's (children's) shoes. Ok, it happens as well, he didn't realize.What I didn't like was that while people were still sitting at tables and talking, they started cleaning up. Not empty plaltes but water glasses, napkins.... The person sitting next to me (the one who was paying the bill, I e. organized the event, chose the place and gave them business) was approached three times during the speech whether she was done with her main course. She said no three times, but on the fourth she said ok, fine take it away.One more: the servers barely smiled. It was not too inviting.Bottom line: I WOULD go there for dinner with my family again possibly, but I would NOT make my simcha there or recommend this place. As of now. Maybe, hopefully, I will change my mind later.Dietary restrictions: Considering that they are a dairy restaurant, they were able (agreed) to skip dairy on the salad and the main course to accommodate us and gluten free for some other people.I wish they had some pareve desserts as well, but that's not a must at a DAIRY place“
“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!“
“Phone ordering was simple and easy. The person taking the order was knowledgeable and offered to apply day specials to my order even when I didn’t know about it. Payment was processed over the phone with no problems. Pick up was in time and the food was ready and hot as it should be. Aside from all that, it was delicious. We love Big Boy’s Pizza. Thank you.“
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“The food is consistently fresh and delicious. We order food from here quite often and are always happy with it.I had my daughter's 15th birthday party back in '22 and the service was amazing. All of my party guests raved about the food. Anthony and his crew were very attentive.She just had a small gathering for her 17th birthday, and again the service was great. She and her friends said the food was delicious. They were also very accommodating with food allergies.“
“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!“
“I normally go for a slice or two here a few times a week. The people who work here are very friendly and they take customer satisfaction seriously. I’m kind of a picky eater so it’s always a delight to come here and try something new, as they have never disappointed me.Literally every new thing I try is bomb af. I their tacos for the first time yesterday and the quality was remarkable!I didn’t know what to expect but I knew it’d be good regardless. This place goes so hard and I love them for that❤️❤️10/10 across the board.“
“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!"“
“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.“
“I love their pizza. Great crust and toppings (sauce and peppers) Their White Pie is good. I got mine with Broccoli. The Broccoli pieces were big which I had no problem but if you prefer smaller maybe ask them to cut them smaller.I also got their Fried calamari, which I did not like too much because it was mix with Fried Octopus, I wish it had all ring Calamari .“
“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.“
“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.“
“we have been eating at an ordering/catering for years! The food is always amazing! The owner John and his staff especially Mike are always so welcoming! Chicken parm and penne vodka are the best! Also, always so charitable catering our sporting events at our local school events!“
“Had my daughters first birthday party here after looking at multiple other restaurants. This restaurant had the nicest party room and the food was delicious. The day of the party, I was able to come early to decorate and set up. The owner and his family were very kind and helped set up the room and accommodated our requests.They continually checked in throughout the event to make sure we were happy and if we needed anything. The waitresses made sure we had enough food and the kids were all given kids meals which they loved. My guests raved about the chicken francese and baked clams.It was a great day and I felt very at peace knowing how helpful staff was and didn't have to worry about the party going smoothly. Definitely recommend Ruoccos!“
“Ordered here for the first time after searching for a new pizza place when our favorite spot went out of business. Ordered a plain pie and a focaccia deep dish style. Both were fantastic! We are so happy to have found this place and can’t wait to order again soon.“
“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!“
“Food was good, a little expensive. We had a gift certificate we purchased online and at first the Tinton falls restaurant said that was for the coney Island restaurant and did not want to take it. Showing him the gift certificate did not state Coney Island only, he did accept it. That was the only issue that the did resolve. “
“Romeo’s is a name that is known in this area. There are like 5 places named Romeo’s and I am not sure if they are connected. This spot is an “italian kitchen” but looks like a normal pizzeria. It does have some table service and thats what we did. I tried the chicken bacon ranch slice and my wife had the bbq slice. The specialty slices are on the thicker side so 1 was good for each of us. We also tried a personal plain pie and it was good. We also tried the zucchini sticks which were nicely done and the boneless chicken tenders. We enjoyed our meal and the staff were very nice. We will be back.“
“Make reservations in advance. Very crowded for a reason. The food was fantastic. Anything you pick will be a homerun. The pasta dishes are made with love. The pork chops melts in your mouth with savory spices and smooth mash potatoes. It can be a little nosey but you forget everything when the food touches your tongue.“
“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“
“Our usual catering spot sold and we had to find a new spot. All I can say is WOW! I’m so glad we tried D’Angelos. We got catering for my son’s birthday and everything was absolutely amazing!! The portions were huge for the price and we had leftovers to enjoy! This will definitely be our new go to spot for Italian catering!“
“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 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“