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Nice visit to this pizzeria restaurant. First time visiting. My friend and I enjoyed the complementary focaccia as well as our grilled salmon entrees served over roasted potatoes and chopped broccoli rabe. Friendly service, BYOB (great for saving a few dollars these days), and parking on the street and across the street in a public lot.
THE GOOD ---------------- + EXCELLLLLENT food! ++++ Grilled Octopus was perfecccct. Exactly what you would expect for a grilled octopus - grilled to perfection and flavorful. Perfect portion too. ++++ Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Salad was pretty good. The salad was very large and came with lots of ingredients (lots of chicken, chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, craisins, cheese). Only downside was that the pineapples were clearly from a can. ++++ Margherita Pizza was one of the best pizzas we've had in NJ .... period! Crispy, no flop, thin, super fresh and fantastic flavor. A+++. + Spacious interior and lots of tables separated between 2 different sections. + Menu had lots of items to choose from - plenty of different pizzas, salads, pastas, chicken dishes, pork dishes. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Nada. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = There is typically plenty of angle parking outside. = Was pretty quiet on a Saturday afternoon at 12 PM. Only a few tables were occupied.
- Open, bright, and clean space with a spacious double-dining room; convenient street-angle parking right out front - Surprisingly quiet for a Saturday lunch--we were the first guests seated, with just a few other parties arriving during our meal - Service was prompt, friendly, and attentive - Food was overall very enjoyable: Grilled Octopus was uniquely prepared--crispy on the outside, tender inside, with good flavor though a touch too salty; Pineapple and Grilled Chicken Salad (weekly special) was huge, with a generous portion of simply grilled chicken over a mound of fresh greens, though I was a bit disappointed the pineapple appeared to be canned rather than fresh (too high expectations, I guess); Margherita Pizza was the highlight--excellent light, thin, crispy crust and a perfectly seasoned sauce - Cash discount offered
Food is always great with generous portions. I always bring the leftovers food home . Fantastic atmosphere and the service is also wonderful . Rosario is a fun person and I have known him for many years. He talks to the customers, which is great business. I definitely recommend going to Amici's Restaurant with family and/or friends Bob Vallinino
Came here with my friend on a Friday night. We actually stumbled upon this place by accident while we were getting drinks nearby. We noticed that there was a line to be seated and since I was in the mood for pizza we gave this place a shot. Once we entered we put our name down with the host and mentioned it was a 20-25 minute wait. We went to the nearby liquor store to kill some time. Once we were seated, they served us water with complimentary bread with butter and the bread was buttery and yummy. We started with caprese ($16) which was fresh and tasty. For our main we got the linguine with clam sauce with white sauce ($25) and the clams were delicious and the pasta itself was flavorful. We also got the chicken parmigiana pizza pie ($25) and that was solid as well especially the dough. Overall I had a really good dine in experience and I will be back to try out the wood burning pizza. * Outdoor dining available * BYOB * great service
Perfect, Perfect, perfect experience! I came here on a Friday night at about 6:30. This restaurant does not take reservations as I attempted to call 2 days earlier. When we walked in it was pretty crowded and the host has said it may be a 20-minute wait. I said no problem because I did not want to go anywhere else. I was eating dinner this evening with my daughter and my wife and I didn't want to spend 20 minutes looking for a different restaurant. It was a good move to say. Yes, I will wait because we only waited about 7 minutes until a seat became available. I always say if a restaurant is packed it's because it is good. While I was standing there with my beautiful wife and daughter, a gentleman came up to us and struck up a conversation. He worked at the restaurant and started talking about the Yankees because my daughter was wearing a Yankee Jersey. Talking about how he goes every year to see a game, it was a nice pleasant talk while we were waiting. After we we're seated. We got complimentary bread. It was four pieces of focaccia bread with butter. It was probably the most tastiest bread I've ever gotten at a restaurant in my recent memory. We easily ate those four pieces while waiting for our first course. This place is BYOB so my wife immediately started working on her wine while we looked at the menu. We ordered the spicy mussels and clams dish for appetizer and I ordered the long hots with potatoes for appetizer. My wife got the grilled octopus while I got the squid egg pasta with seafood. My daughter is very simple and she just ordered spaghetti and a butter sauce. The decor was very nice. Not too fancy but definitely not run down. The place was loud but it was a crowded Friday night. This restaurant does numbers as not one table was empty. Also seems like it does very well with to-go orders. For Friday night they were definitely slinging the pizzas. I was very impressed with our appetizers. The long hots and potatoes had such a beautiful flavor. I could just take a bath in that sauce. My wife and daughter really enjoyed the muscles and clams in a red sauce. And it wasn't too spicy for them. When our entrees came out we were ready to eat. My wife asked for another order of bread to go with the meal, the bread was that good. My dish tasted fantastic, All the seafood tasted fresh. There was crab and shrimp along with tomatoes in the squid ink pasta. I would definitely order it again. My wife loved her grilled octopus. And my daughter loves her spaghetti. All in all, this was a great experience and I cannot wait to return.
I had another good meal here. This time I had the grilled salmon with roasted potatoes and broccoli rabe. It was very good. The fish was cooked perfectly. Nice sized portion. Bread always yummy.
Food was overall delicious! The eggplant rollatini looked a little too flat for a rollatini though. The Penne Loren was DELISH! Someone else had pizza which was also amazing, cooked well as requested. Chef even asked how everything was but the rest of the waitstaff was cold, rushed and non-communicative. We thought they needed the table at first but there were plenty of empty ones. The place is very loud though. Just be prepared. We would definitely go back.
Yummy food here! I really like the inside vibe here and the service is also good. The food is always tasty and cooked well.
Came here for lunch while traveling for work and had a delicious meal! They have a cute front patio and two dining rooms inside: one with a great view of their pizza oven! Had it not been 11am and me needing to stay awake for work, I would have totally gotten a pizza because this baby with authentic. Having said that, I didn't skimp on the carbs. I got one of my favs: orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe. It came in a heaping portion with a light olive oil sauce - made to perfection! The nice server also accommodated my annoying ask for oil/vinegar dressing instead of Caesar. Love her. Definitely a cute neighborhood spot and would definitely return. Most other restaurants I saw in the area were chains on Google Maps so I'm glad that I found a local spot to enjoy!
This place is a hidden gem! Great portions, delicious entrees. Highly recommend. Shrimp Peeps are way too good, pesto is on point, and the bread, WOW. The wife got the shrimp ink linguini and approved!
Delicious!! Have had so many people recommend here and it lived up to the hype! Caesar salad - Parmesan cheese and dressing were SO good!! Chicken cacciatore - loved! So tasty with loads of veggies. Wonderful flavor with fresh herbs. The roasted veg and potatoes it came with were great. Pizza looked great and my boyfriend loved it. Omg order the Nutella calzone!! Heaven!! Service was great and such a happy environment. Can't wait to go back!
WOW! I can say this place is well worth every dime and minute we spent. Great friendly staff and amazing food. Everything we had was fantastic and authentic: margherita pizza, different pasta, mussels, calamari, rice balls - you name it, they have the best. As a large group I appreciate their ability to easily accommodate and provide great service. Interior is decorated nicely, with a few italian funny phrases on the walls which made us laugh. Comfortable seating and table setup. I'm excited to return soon! Grazie mille Amici's!
Food is more than just nourishment; it's a universal language. It's the experience of sharing a meal with others that makes dining out special. Located on the busy West Pleasant Avenue in Maywood, my partner, our friends, and I decided on Amici's, translated from the Italian meaning "friends." Upon arrival for some of us as first-timers at this family-owned BYOB neighborhood establishment, we were greeted by the staff and got a table for 5 inside one of the dining rooms by the window for a celebratory dinner. Outside dining is available, weather permitting. Their menu features authentic Italian staples such as wood-fired pizzas, classic pasta dishes, and homemade comfort food. As appetizers, we decided on the Rice Balls with vodka sauce. For our main meal, we opted for the Flounder Francese, Eggplant Parmigiana (one with spaghetti and another with linguini), Paccheri with Seafood, Roma Pizza, and Tossed Salad. Some meal accompanied by a side salad. Complimentary bread began our meal. Everything tasted fresh and well-balanced. One can tell they take pride in their ingredients and preparation. The pasta especially deserves all the hype, rich, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The portions were healthy and suitable for a second meal. The prices were reasonable. The owner, Rosario, would personally visit each table for small talk. The entire staff was warm, attentive, and genuinely cared about making our experience special; our server was Dawne. So, the next time one sits down to eat, take a moment to appreciate the experience. Savor the flavors, yes, but also relish the connections that form across the table. In a world that sometimes feels divided, food serves as a reminder of our shared connections. This is exactly how a business needs to be run; therefore, we highly recommend Amici's to anyone looking for true back-home dining. read more
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10 months ago
Nice visit to this pizzeria restaurant. First time visiting. My friend and I enjoyed the complementary focaccia as well as our grilled salmon entrees served over roasted potatoes and chopped broccoli rabe. Friendly service, BYOB (great for saving a few dollars these days), and parking on the street and across the street in a public lot. read more
THE GOOD ---------------- + EXCELLLLLENT food! ++++ Grilled Octopus was perfecccct. Exactly what you would expect for a grilled octopus - grilled to perfection and flavorful. Perfect portion too. ++++ Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Salad was pretty good. The salad was very large and came with lots of ingredients (lots of chicken, chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, craisins, cheese). Only downside was that the pineapples were clearly from a can. ++++ Margherita Pizza was one of the best pizzas we've had in NJ .... period! Crispy, no flop, thin, super fresh and fantastic flavor. A+++. + Spacious interior and lots of tables separated between 2 different sections. + Menu had lots of items to choose from - plenty of different pizzas, salads, pastas, chicken dishes, pork dishes. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Nada. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = There is typically plenty of angle parking outside. = Was pretty quiet on a Saturday afternoon at 12 PM. Only a few tables were occupied. read more
- Open, bright, and clean space with a spacious double-dining room; convenient street-angle parking right out front - Surprisingly quiet for a Saturday lunch--we were the first guests seated, with just a few other parties arriving during our meal - Service was prompt, friendly, and attentive - Food was overall very enjoyable: Grilled Octopus was uniquely prepared--crispy on the outside, tender inside, with good flavor though a touch too salty; Pineapple and Grilled Chicken Salad (weekly special) was huge, with a generous portion of simply grilled chicken over a mound of fresh greens, though I was a bit disappointed the pineapple appeared to be canned rather than fresh (too high expectations, I guess); Margherita Pizza was the highlight--excellent light, thin, crispy crust and a perfectly seasoned sauce - Cash discount offered read more
2 months ago
Food is always great with generous portions. I always bring the leftovers food home . Fantastic atmosphere and the service is also wonderful . Rosario is a fun person and I have known him for many years. He talks to the customers, which is great business. I definitely recommend going to Amici's Restaurant with family and/or friends Bob Vallinino read more
Came here with my friend on a Friday night. We actually stumbled upon this place by accident while we were getting drinks nearby. We noticed that there was a line to be seated and since I was in the mood for pizza we gave this place a shot. Once we entered we put our name down with the host and mentioned it was a 20-25 minute wait. We went to the nearby liquor store to kill some time. Once we were seated, they served us water with complimentary bread with butter and the bread was buttery and yummy. We started with caprese ($16) which was fresh and tasty. For our main we got the linguine with clam sauce with white sauce ($25) and the clams were delicious and the pasta itself was flavorful. We also got the chicken parmigiana pizza pie ($25) and that was solid as well especially the dough. Overall I had a really good dine in experience and I will be back to try out the wood burning pizza. * Outdoor dining available * BYOB * great service read more
Perfect, Perfect, perfect experience! I came here on a Friday night at about 6:30. This restaurant does not take reservations as I attempted to call 2 days earlier. When we walked in it was pretty crowded and the host has said it may be a 20-minute wait. I said no problem because I did not want to go anywhere else. I was eating dinner this evening with my daughter and my wife and I didn't want to spend 20 minutes looking for a different restaurant. It was a good move to say. Yes, I will wait because we only waited about 7 minutes until a seat became available. I always say if a restaurant is packed it's because it is good. While I was standing there with my beautiful wife and daughter, a gentleman came up to us and struck up a conversation. He worked at the restaurant and started talking about the Yankees because my daughter was wearing a Yankee Jersey. Talking about how he goes every year to see a game, it was a nice pleasant talk while we were waiting. After we we're seated. We got complimentary bread. It was four pieces of focaccia bread with butter. It was probably the most tastiest bread I've ever gotten at a restaurant in my recent memory. We easily ate those four pieces while waiting for our first course. This place is BYOB so my wife immediately started working on her wine while we looked at the menu. We ordered the spicy mussels and clams dish for appetizer and I ordered the long hots with potatoes for appetizer. My wife got the grilled octopus while I got the squid egg pasta with seafood. My daughter is very simple and she just ordered spaghetti and a butter sauce. The decor was very nice. Not too fancy but definitely not run down. The place was loud but it was a crowded Friday night. This restaurant does numbers as not one table was empty. Also seems like it does very well with to-go orders. For Friday night they were definitely slinging the pizzas. I was very impressed with our appetizers. The long hots and potatoes had such a beautiful flavor. I could just take a bath in that sauce. My wife and daughter really enjoyed the muscles and clams in a red sauce. And it wasn't too spicy for them. When our entrees came out we were ready to eat. My wife asked for another order of bread to go with the meal, the bread was that good. My dish tasted fantastic, All the seafood tasted fresh. There was crab and shrimp along with tomatoes in the squid ink pasta. I would definitely order it again. My wife loved her grilled octopus. And my daughter loves her spaghetti. All in all, this was a great experience and I cannot wait to return. read more
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4 months ago
Food was overall delicious! The eggplant rollatini looked a little too flat for a rollatini though. The Penne Loren was DELISH! Someone else had pizza which was also amazing, cooked well as requested. Chef even asked how everything was but the rest of the waitstaff was cold, rushed and non-communicative. We thought they needed the table at first but there were plenty of empty ones. The place is very loud though. Just be prepared. We would definitely go back. read more
10 months ago
Yummy food here! I really like the inside vibe here and the service is also good. The food is always tasty and cooked well. read more
Came here for lunch while traveling for work and had a delicious meal! They have a cute front patio and two dining rooms inside: one with a great view of their pizza oven! Had it not been 11am and me needing to stay awake for work, I would have totally gotten a pizza because this baby with authentic. Having said that, I didn't skimp on the carbs. I got one of my favs: orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe. It came in a heaping portion with a light olive oil sauce - made to perfection! The nice server also accommodated my annoying ask for oil/vinegar dressing instead of Caesar. Love her. Definitely a cute neighborhood spot and would definitely return. Most other restaurants I saw in the area were chains on Google Maps so I'm glad that I found a local spot to enjoy! read more
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This place is a hidden gem! Great portions, delicious entrees. Highly recommend. Shrimp Peeps are way too good, pesto is on point, and the bread, WOW. The wife got the shrimp ink linguini and approved! read more
Delicious!! Have had so many people recommend here and it lived up to the hype! Caesar salad - Parmesan cheese and dressing were SO good!! Chicken cacciatore - loved! So tasty with loads of veggies. Wonderful flavor with fresh herbs. The roasted veg and potatoes it came with were great. Pizza looked great and my boyfriend loved it. Omg order the Nutella calzone!! Heaven!! Service was great and such a happy environment. Can't wait to go back! read more
WOW! I can say this place is well worth every dime and minute we spent. Great friendly staff and amazing food. Everything we had was fantastic and authentic: margherita pizza, different pasta, mussels, calamari, rice balls - you name it, they have the best. As a large group I appreciate their ability to easily accommodate and provide great service. Interior is decorated nicely, with a few italian funny phrases on the walls which made us laugh. Comfortable seating and table setup. I'm excited to return soon! Grazie mille Amici's! read more
My father often comes here and brought my husband and I here for the first time last night. We met the owner and he is just truly fabulous. I knew this place was going to be great the moment they put the bread basket on the table. I actually was stunned by how great the bread was, I could literally sit there and dunk it in olive oil all day. For apps we decided to get the broccoli rabe and sausages along with a margarita pizza. The pizza was fantastic! Wood fired, light and beyond delicious. The broccoli rabe and sausage was ok, I felt the broccoli rabe could have been softer and the meat quality for the sausage could have been better. For dinner we all got pasta, I got the Linguini in a white Clam sauce and the pasta was cooked to perfection and the clams were plentiful! We sat outside for dinner since it was a nice night, I just felt like the service outside was a little slow, my father said it is much better on the inside. Dessert we shared the hazelnut gelato and it was quite good. I would be happy to return here and try other things on the menu in a heartbeat! read more
Absolutely loved our meal here yesterday! This place is not only serves amazing food but the energy is so energetic. From the hosts, to the waiters and servers everyone was so nice. First, I love the presentation of ice being in a little bucket. It's up to you to put how much ice you want in your glass. It was very cute and I loved this idea. Second, their bread is DIVINE. It's so soft and tasty. I had about 4 pieces without any oil or butter, thats how tasty it was. Now let's talk pizza! We ordered two different types, the Regina and the Gen . Both were so delicious and it was the perfect type to share between two people. If you like buffalo mozzarella def try the Gen! Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu!! read more
First time trying Amichi in Maywood, and even as a to-go order, everything was fantastic! We ordered three dishes and each one was excellent. The Zuppa Di Pesce -- shrimp, clams, mussels, and calamari in a light tomato sauce over linguini -- was outstanding. The seafood was fresh, the sauce had the perfect balance of acidity and flavor, and the portion was generous. The Tagliatelle with shrimp and mushrooms in Alfredo sauce was rich and comforting -- creamy without being too heavy, with tender shrimp and earthy mushrooms in every bite. And the surprise star -- the penne vodka pizza with breaded chicken. Pasta on pizza might sound over the top, but here it works perfectly. The crust was chewy and crisp, the vodka sauce was spot-on, and the breaded chicken added the perfect crunch. Amichi nails both classic Italian flavors and creative twists. Big portions, fresh ingredients, and food that travels well -- this will be our go-to neighborhood Italian spot. read more
I don't really eat fish much but I was talked into the salmon here and I'm glad I tried it. It was broiled so that it was nice and brown on the edges but still moist inside. The broccoli rabe was chopped nicely so it wasn't overcooked. The roasted potatoes were okay. I would have given this 5 stars but the service was disappointing. There was a party and once it came time for them to cut their cake, our waiter forgot all about us. We couldn't get his attention to get a container for our leftovers. Someone finally brought us one but he still didn't come back to ask if we were done or wanted the check. We had to ask someone else to get him to bring it. It should never be that our waiter gets entirely distracted and consumed with another party. Mind you two other people were delivering the pieces of the cake as he cut them. So all of a sudden three people were devoted to serving this party of about 10 people did the exclusion of other people in the restaurant. read more
My mom absolutely loves this place- so of course I have joined her here for lunch a couple of times. And, I must agree, because so far, everything I've tried has been delicious. I especially love the grilled octopus. I'd have it at least once a week if my diet allowed! I can also recommend the broccoli rabe and the chicken marsala. Great customer service, clean and nice dining space. Will definitely return in the near future. Oh and as a bonus it's BYOB and there's a liquor store to grab your wine or beer right up the street. read more
2 months ago
Nothing but a local pizza place with food that will blow your socks off. The pizza was fabulous. Service was speedy. It's a byob and just great. I almost want to keep it a secret but it wouldn't be fair for you to miss out on this amazing meal. read more
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10 months ago
Amici has become a regular spot for my family. Despite not taking reservations, it's a great place to dine. We love how the staff treats us like family, always welcoming us back. It's BYOB, which is a nice bonus. I love the escarole and bean soup--it's light yet flavorful. The portions are huge, and everything is delicious! read more
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Food is always delicious here, so is pizza. Great portions as well. Service is kind and attentive to customers. Restaurant is comfortable and friendly environment for families but still nice enough for dinner with your significant other. read more
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A collection of photos from one of our favorite Italian Restaurants, @amicinj! The owner, Rosario will always greet you with a smile as he opens your wine. The wood burning pizzas, pastas and seafood are always a hit! A major plus is that it's BYOB! Insta: @thehungrysw Carbonara Pasta Special Grilled Octopus Fried Calamari Cheesesteak w/ Fries Rigatoni Bolognese Hot Honey Pizza Cheese and Pep Calzone read more
12/26/23 The restaurant was packed! Luckily, we're only 2, so we were seated in the only table available. A lot of large parties. Warm bread was dropped off while we looked over the menu. Good warm, soft bread, yummy! Grill Octopus - I was a little worried because octopus could get really gummy. But this was crispy outside and tender inside yummy! Parpadelle Fungi - I love mushrooms, and this had 4 kinds, yay! So good! My only comment is that the mushrooms were chopped up, so I could not tell what kind I was eating. I would have liked larger pieces that show the different mushrooms. Pork Marsala - this was delicious. Usually, it's chicken, so I love that this was pork. We're definitely going back for other items on the menu! read more
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1 year ago
You guys are always amazing, I love how both sides of the nice and laid back restaurant is! but please check your food before making anything I found a piece of plastic in a rice ball since I spat it out immediately. Photo attached of the plastic piece found in the rice ball. read more
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