Unfortunately this place is hit or miss. The arugula salad was loaded with thick cut red onions. The dressing was bland. I actually put salt on my salad which is something I rarely do. The seafood risotto was mediocre at best and the Cacio e Pepe was swimming in oil. The atmosphere is quite nice but that's about it. A total this time.
RalphS
food was outstanding but service from the bar to the table was a bit unorganized , prices are high but this may be from Bidenomics. Had 4 glasses of wine, 2 apps, 2 entrees's , desserts and coffee and bill was 300 that includes tip. Is this the new normal for a Jersey Shore restaurant?
MikeNJ
It was our anniversary we've dined here before and as always everything is on point excellent taste service was perfect. Everyone attended to your needs. Food is outstanding ! 
JamesC
The dinner that I had at Gargiulo's was phenomenal. The service was fantastic! I would eat there every night if I could! Great hosts in a lovely atmosphere. Five stars for sure!
RobertoF
Ambiance was really nice. Appetizers were excellent. Entree's were good but just good. For example, pasta was not homemade. For those prices make it homemade. Desserts were very good. Espresso martini was mediocre. Espresso was served in non traditional/ incorrect demitasse cups and the taste was meh. Espresso tasted like it was made from a pod. Our service was not that great, we asked for a second bottle of water and it never came. Having said all of that I would go back. I would recommend it but not highly recommended. The menu was more Italian American rather than Authentic Italian. Again, I would go back though.
JVI53
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. 
PatrickN
Authentic Italian food. As an Italian I judge everybody's dishes especially meatballs. This food & the meatballs were as authentic as you could get. Great place, we'll be back.
RonaldP
We started with cocktails and were not rushed . We had the cheese board and I had asked to space out getting our dinner and awesome job on the timing . My wife were greeted by the owners son and thanked us for coming back again .
Meggan
Moved us for regulars coming in later. Manager talked to those regulars across the bar the whole time where we couldn't hear anything else. Didn't feel welcome as new patrons. I reached out to the restaurant via email before posting this and didn't get a response.
Rosario Panepinto
Excellent , cozy place. Highly recommendCelebrating my Aunts 90th
Loved the variety of the menu! Something for everyone.Particularly delighted with the stuffed( breadcrumbs)artichokes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Artichoke, Mushroom Risotto, Chicken Franchese, Cheese Board, Rack of Lamb, Side of Meatballs or Sausage
MariaM
Food was exquisite and delicious! Service was outstanding! We sat upstairs so it was quieter than downstairs and more private. Overall wonderful experience!!! Will definitely return
Karen
We were excited to try this place because we've been to the one in Coney Island & were very impressed! This place is small & quaint. The service was good as was the food, though not great, if I'm honest? The bakes clams & burrata were outstanding! The lamb chops were superb but the mashed potatoes were weirdly dry & somewhat flavorless. The seafood risotto flavor profile was good but it was soupy as opposed to creamy...little things that effect the whole:) All in all, while recommendable it could have been better:)
Christine Walowitz
Service , food , atmosphere wonderful!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Francese, Caesar Salad, Baked Clams, Tiramisu
Darry Guli
Parking: Parking is a non issue as the valet service is impeccable
Unfortunately this place is hit or miss. The arugula salad was loaded with thick cut red onions. The dressing was bland. I actually put salt on my salad which is something I rarely do. The seafood risotto was mediocre at best and the Cacio e Pepe was swimming in oil. The atmosphere is quite nice but that's about it. A total this time.
food was outstanding but service from the bar to the table was a bit unorganized , prices are high but this may be from Bidenomics. Had 4 glasses of wine, 2 apps, 2 entrees's , desserts and coffee and bill was 300 that includes tip. Is this the new normal for a Jersey Shore restaurant?
It was our anniversary we've dined here before and as always everything is on point excellent taste service was perfect. Everyone attended to your needs. Food is outstanding ! 
The dinner that I had at Gargiulo's was phenomenal. The service was fantastic! I would eat there every night if I could! Great hosts in a lovely atmosphere. Five stars for sure!
Ambiance was really nice. Appetizers were excellent. Entree's were good but just good. For example, pasta was not homemade. For those prices make it homemade. Desserts were very good. Espresso martini was mediocre. Espresso was served in non traditional/ incorrect demitasse cups and the taste was meh. Espresso tasted like it was made from a pod. Our service was not that great, we asked for a second bottle of water and it never came. Having said all of that I would go back. I would recommend it but not highly recommended. The menu was more Italian American rather than Authentic Italian. Again, I would go back though.
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. 
Authentic Italian food. As an Italian I judge everybody's dishes especially meatballs. This food & the meatballs were as authentic as you could get. Great place, we'll be back.
We started with cocktails and were not rushed . We had the cheese board and I had asked to space out getting our dinner and awesome job on the timing . My wife were greeted by the owners son and thanked us for coming back again .
Moved us for regulars coming in later. Manager talked to those regulars across the bar the whole time where we couldn't hear anything else. Didn't feel welcome as new patrons. I reached out to the restaurant via email before posting this and didn't get a response.
Excellent , cozy place. Highly recommendCelebrating my Aunts 90th
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Loved the variety of the menu! Something for everyone.Particularly delighted with the stuffed( breadcrumbs)artichokes.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Artichoke, Mushroom Risotto, Chicken Franchese, Cheese Board, Rack of Lamb, Side of Meatballs or Sausage
Food was exquisite and delicious! Service was outstanding! We sat upstairs so it was quieter than downstairs and more private. Overall wonderful experience!!! Will definitely return
We were excited to try this place because we've been to the one in Coney Island & were very impressed! This place is small & quaint. The service was good as was the food, though not great, if I'm honest? The bakes clams & burrata were outstanding! The lamb chops were superb but the mashed potatoes were weirdly dry & somewhat flavorless. The seafood risotto flavor profile was good but it was soupy as opposed to creamy...little things that effect the whole:) All in all, while recommendable it could have been better:)
Service , food , atmosphere wonderful!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Francese, Caesar Salad, Baked Clams, Tiramisu
Parking: Parking is a non issue as the valet service is impeccable
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Rigatoni Bolognese, Calamari