Really beautiful restaurant with outstanding service. Views of the city were amazing. Dinner was wonderful - pasta with crab and peas was delicious! All of the appetizers were devoured - and my favorite was the doughnuts with prosciutto. Omg! That combination - who knew?! read more

Battello - Views from front door - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

We came here for drinks after lunch and my oh my, we were extremely happy we stopped in. The atmosphere was lovely, the service was attentive, and everything felt relaxed and welcoming. We tried the Aperol Spritz and the Battello Old Fashioned, and both were excellent. The Aperol Spritz was refreshing and perfect for sitting outside on a beautiful afternoon, while the Old Fashioned was smooth and very well balanced. We also shared the mascarpone polenta fries, which were absolutely delicious and paired perfectly with the drinks. This was such a pleasant experience overall and exactly the kind of neighborhood spot you hope to find. We will definitely be back. read more

Battello might've had me staring at the NYC skyline more than my actual date. The ambiance was super classy, the views were insane, and the service was on point all night. Oysters were fresh (8/10), pesto pasta was solid (7.8/10), but the sashimi definitely carried the team (9/10). Overall, really good experience -- perfect spot if you're trying to feel a little fancy for the night. read more

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We've thought about going to Battello for a while now, but every time we want to go, they're booked out for a wedding! Finally, on a cold, March weekend, we were able to snag a table for brunch. The restaurant is right on the water and there isn't a lot of parking. We live in the neighborhood so we just walked over, but just an FYI. I had a chicken parm with pesto sandwich and it was great. The bread was very soft and it came with a solid side of fries. The food was solid and everyone was overall very happy about our meal. I think we'd love to come back for dinner another day, to get a taste of their full menu. Waitstaff were great - very friendly and attentive. read more

Disappointed with the service and food was underwhelming. We had to wait 25 minutes in a half empty restaurant for our table when we had a reservation that requested outdoor seating and called ahead twice to confirm it. We had to sit by the bar and the bartender seemed annoyed that we didn't want to order anything while we waited. When we finally got to our table, our first waitress disappeared and they forgot about us...A different waiter took over and the entire waitstaff seemed preoccupied with other tables. Unfortunately we drove 1.5 hours for italian food that we probably could have gotten from a local pizzeria. Cacio e pepe was just a bowl of noodles and oil. The restaurant did have a nice view. read more

Limited parking parallel parking available on site, people don't follow the stripes to save space which is good. Great location with somehow private view of Lower Manhattan skyline. If you come early with reservations you may get the window seating which looks fantastic, either way it's a nice view inside. Food is so-so, not something I'd crave for or remember. Pricing average for a sit-in resto and the taste of food. I think 45 lunch for the setting is not bad for a single person these days. Bar drinks available for brunch. Good for group, family or dates! Staff were cool. read more

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When I was a kid growing up in Jersey City, the area near the Holland Tunnel had a few seedy motels but was primarily an industrial area that wasnt a place anyone could envision that it would blossom into Newport, a great place to live, work and celebrate romantic dinners! We were recently invited to attend a wedding at Bottello, a gorgeous Italian restaurant that's located right on the waterfront with gorgeous views of downtown New York Cty. It's my understanding that the building was once a huge boat house but now has been transformed into a perfect venue forr weddings. As guests, we were impressed by their very professional staff of waiters and waitresses who were dedicated to providing excellent service. The food from the appetizers to desserts were delicious. As the setting for the wedding, the view was breathtaking, even on a cold night in January!. My wife and I want to return for dinner, since the food , (we had the branzino) was delicious and with such gorgeous views, I'm sure , it will be a very special romantic and memorable evening.. read more

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Really really yummy food. Venue is gorg- both huge and right on the water-- you can't beat the views! We enjoyed lunch with a friend and had some amazing bites. Really large portions but enjoyed salad and sandwich combos. Also started with a bread app and side butter was chefs kiss. Overall really good quality ingredients in a beautiful atmosphere- recommend read more

Battello - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Shout out to our sever Samantha as well as the entire staff like the runners bringing out all the food. We had a 630 reservation but got there 30 minutes early and they were still able to accommodate us. For a Friday night they were very busy but the food came out very quickly! We tried the wild ride and limencello spritzers. The focaccia bread and the beef ragu- amazing flavors! We loved everything! I wish we would have sat on the open are with the view of the city but it was still an amazing experience! read more

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Food or views -- usually you get only one -- Batello lives up to the hype, giving you both. We ate here for a special Christmas Eve meal and wow, so amazing. The views were breathtaking, the service was warm and welcoming and the food was delicious. We started with the zeppole's, they are crispy and savory and fluffy and perfect, don't miss them. She had the Lobster Roll and I had the Halibut, both were excellent. I must admit, I had this place all wrong. I thought it was too expensive and should only be reserved for special occasions but our meal was great and bill was not crazy expensive--we'll be back with friends on Saturday nights. See you there! read more

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I stopped by for a quick lunch /bite. The views of NYC are super nice as you eat (especially with outdoor seating). I got the pesto chicken sandwich and was one of the best I've had. The service was fast, accommodating. I have to shoutout this place for having parking right in front of the restaurant at no charge. You don't hear of that often in a place like Jersey City. I highly recommend to give this place a try!! read more

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Beautiful restaurant right in the waterfront area of New Jersey. We came here for lunch, but it would be a really romantic spot for dinner-- vibes were chefs kiss! Service was ok-- I kept getting dirty plates for some reason, but when I asked, they gladly changed my plates out for me. Food was a bit hit or miss... honestly, I'd be back for the vibes but idk if I would be back for the food itself. - Pecorino zeppole: 8.5/10 (probably my fav thing we ordered! I liked the donuts and the prosciutto. The sweet chili sauce worked pretty well, but it did seem like a very generic/store bought sauce? - Steak frites: 8/10 (decent steak and French fries) - Gnocchi: 6/10 (honestly wasn't a fan of the gnocchi.. it just seemed a bit overcooked and the sauce and pasta weren't harmonious but was kinda bland) read more

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Chose Battello for our anniversary dinner since we hadn't been and were looking for a nice view as well. Unfortunately we did get some rain and couldn't enjoy the outdoor area post dinner. Restaurant is spacious, well laid out, and has a cool vibe. Ambiance -5 stars Service - 4.5 stars Food - 4 stars Appetizers Focaccia bread Spanish octopus Mid- course Ricotta gnocchi Entrees Day boat scallops Swordfish Dessert Lemon cake It was a nice experience overall and we would return. read more

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We've been here twice. It's the only "fancy" Italian in Newport. The service is great. I find the waiters to be attentive and they make sure you're taken care of. Food is meh. It's good, but it's not great. And the price for the food is almost not worth it. You pay for the view of the NY skyline, not so much anything else. If you go into NY there's a thousand more Italian restaurants that make way better food at a cheaper price. I don't remember what I got the first time we went because it was a year ago. The second time around I got the squid ink pasta. It has a kick to it but it's almost completely drowned in tomato sauce. My husband got the spaghetti special that day which he said it was good. I also got a cocktail and we got dessert. It's small for the price and I wish it was a larger piece. It's also hard to eat here because it's the popular spot for many private events and parties. There's always something going on there. Overall, it's a nice restaurant with good service and okay food. Pricing is a bit high in my opinion. It's great for parties because it's quite a large space and the view of the skyline is always beautiful, especially on a nice day. read more

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Battello starts with a beautiful setting. It is situated at the end of a long pier - upon which is their parking lot - off Washington Blvd in Jersey City, which juts out into the Hudson River, providing exceptional views of the Manhattan skyline. It's a romantic location. Given the setting and the fact it is not a BYOB establishment, it is not an inexpensive restaurant meal. We have dined here perhaps a half dozen times. Between the ambiance and the food it is generally a 4-star or 5-star dining experience. On the 4th of July 2025 we went here for dinner. It was beautiful weather - sunny, not too hot, and not humid. Accordingly, choosing to dine outside on their patio that's right over the river was a picture perfect setting. We started with their special holiday frose cocktails, which were red or blue to celebrate the 4th. We both chose the red variety, which had vodka and prosecco as the alcoholic ingredients. These were a very pleasant start and snuck up on you, as the existence of the alcohol seemed nonexistent while slurping these down. They offer a decent, though hardly extensive, wine list, which we'd generally order from, but given we began with a cocktail and had to drive home, we opted for single glasses of wine for our dinner. Unfortunately, their by-the-glass offerings were even more limited and unimpressive. We each had a single glass of their only California Cabernet, which was from a Paso Robles winery that was unfamiliar and disappointingly ordinary at $21 per glass. We shared the tuna tartare appetizer. It was not the best we'd ever had, but an acceptable opener. My wife had the pork chop, which she loved. It was accompanied by a garlic mashed potato mousse, which she likewise raved about, but the accompanying broccolini was nothing special. I had the $85 market price lobster risotto arrabbiata. While the lobster (the out of the shell tail and both claws, though without the arms) was perfectly done, the risotto itself though, which should be spicy, was over the top though and not what I'd consider risotto, as the rice was not soft enough or creamy enough. So the mains were not perfect this evening, but more than good enough when it came to the main ingredients. We often skip desserts, but not this evening. My wife had the pavlova, which was excellent, and I had the affogato, which was likewise above the ordinary. The bill was almost $300 before tip. They do add a 3% credit card fee, which is now a more often than not standard add on at most restaurants, though it's frankly obnoxious and would have hoped the card issuers would have put a stop to this practice by now. It was bad enough when this began with gasoline, but now it is applied to so many transactions, it's just pathetic. While a less than perfect meal - and therefore not a 5-star evening - it was still a hit evening, between the parts of the meal that were hits and the setting. I'm sure there will be a future 5-star night and know we will dine here again. read more

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If you don't want to read the full review, here's the short version: this was one of the best restaurants I've EVER been to. The food and service were both amazing, and the hospitality here is just on another level. I don't live on the East Coast, but if I'm ever back, I will 100% be coming here again. Highly, highly recommend!! I've been meaning to write this review since we came in early March, but it's honestly been so hard to put the experience into words! I believe our server's name was Sean. From the moment we walked in, everyone was so warm and welcoming. We were seated at a table with views of the Manhattan skyline, which made the whole experience even more special - such an unreal view while dining. They even offered to hang our coats, which was such a nice touch. The ambiance was so cozy but still felt elevated and really well put together. I loved it. Our server, along with the rest of the staff, was amazing. They were super attentive without being too much - always checking in, refilling our waters, and giving great recommendations. For food, we started with the Tuna Tartare and it was seriously one of the best things I've ever had. For our mains, we got the Cacio e Pepe and the Pork Chops, and these were also some of the best dishes I've ever had! I grew up eating my Italian nana's cooking, so it's not easy to impress me THIS MUCH...but this place honestly blew me away. The flavors in each dish were unreal. To top it all off, we were celebrating a special occasion and our server went out of their way to bring us a little celebratory treat, which was so sweet and thoughtful! I just wish I lived closer because this would easily be one of my go-to spots. Until next time!! read more

So cute! This was the first place we dined while in town and we loved the restaurant and the views! It was a bit annoying when our uber driver left us at the street because in the cold it was a bit walking down the pier. However the food was great. We got a pasta and the halibut and enjoyed everything read more

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Go to spot for celebration here in JC, Battello always makes every time special with amazing service, beautiful views, and great food. Their bread and butter always bring us back. Big plus, free parking - 0 hassle! They recently have an heirloom tomatoes appetizer - must order. read more

Writing a review for dinner / drinks, not a wedding lol. We had both drinks at the bar and then dinner in the dining room. Everything was great! Standout service all around plus all of the food was great! The dining room is beautiful - you can get a seat without a view and still enjoy the ambiance here. Some people were dressed up and others were wearing casual outfits so even though Battello is very nice, it's not over the top in terms of fanciness. As far as the food goes, we loved everything. The apps are 10/10. We had the burrata, zeppolis, focaccia, and the agnolotti for our apps. For entrees I split the gnocchi and the scallops. You can't go wrong with anything here. Drinks were solid and they have a great wine by the glass list. Our server was very knowledgable and helpful when it came to choosing the wine. Overall I really enjoyed my experience here and would recommend Battello for any occasion. read more

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Sometimes I accidentally discover restaurants because I'm walking and texting like a real jackass, and this was one of those times. Fortunately, I walked into Battello instead of into the Hudson River. What a gem! First of all, breathtaking space. The view is amazing and the decor is suuuuper aesthetic. They also happened to be playing "Build Me Up, Buttercup," and I've got a massive soft spot for that lil' ditty. Because I had friends in tow, I got to try almost everything I wanted after a bit of light bullying: lobster roll, perfection; gnocchi, lick that plate; RD burger, a classic... and who knew potato/onion focaccia was so buss? Like I love my friends, but I need to be back at Battello for date night asap. That's Lady & the Tramp level romance inside. read more

Pleasant staff, great teamwork by the team, classy interior, good food, high ceiling dining. Limited parking space, valet parking available. Clean restroom. High chair and koala care seen. Beautiful view of manhattan skyline. Al fresco dining during warm days. They also offer bookings for events. Highly recommended for dates and anniversaries. See images for further reference. read more

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Amazing Italian pasta, from an Italian cook! Beautiful view of the River, and Manhattan. A short walk from Westin Hotel, and Mall. We enjoyed Spaghetti DiCaio and Gemeli with wonderful roast lamb sauce. Service was outstanding. Wine and beer list had excellent choices. We ate sword fish and pork chop Entrees. This establishment serves true gourmet Food. I will be back! Just Go if you're ever in Jersey City! read more

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Came for dinner on a Thursday night and enjoyed the waterfront views. We made a reservation about 2 weeks in advance since the tables fill up. Our waiter (I believe his name was Hussein) was great; attentive and gave recommendations without being pushy. The food was elevated and very flavorful. read more

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We loved coming in here! The restaurant and the view were stunning and the food was delicious. Our server, Trina, was amazing as well. We got the burrata (with strawberry balsamic reduction and asparagus emulsion) for our appetizer and I think it might have been my favorite thing in the whole meal. For our entrees, I got the cacio e Pepe and my husband got the buttermilk chicken. But we're so so good and we literally eat everything off our plates. For drinks, we got a margarita and the Autumn Tides which I loved. We will for sure be coming back! read more

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Stopped in for lunch between Christmas and NYEs before seeing a movie at the mall. This was my first time here, despite living so close for 15+ years. I can see why it's a popular wedding venue- it has high ceilings, great views, indoor / outdoor space, and a rustic vibe for a large party. I had contacted them for my own wedding and the pricing was starting at $250++ per person with a 150 guest count minimum, so it was immediately off the table for us - I hope I'm invited as a guest to wedding in the future! It was really quiet there this particular Monday during lunch. They had everyone who was there seated in the far dining room area at the end of the dock, with the best views. Service was very attentive, which is good since it wasn't crowded. We ordered the zeppoles with prosciutto to start, based on yelp reviews I read. They were good and filling. For my main, I had the lobster roll sandwich, and my friend got the ITALIANO sandwich; each came with a large portion of fries. The lobster roll was average. Wine was about $15 per glass and not a generous pour. I wasn't blown away by the lunch menu but I would be open to give this place a try again for dinner for a date night. It has a very romantic ambiance. read more

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Food was pretty good! The donut balls was especially good, maybe it should've been sweet instead of savory, service and ambiance were good read more

Battello - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Stunning views, and excellent cocktails! It's definitely a vibe for a date night or dinner with some friends. The appetizers were all really good - we got one of the salads, the zeppole which was an interesting combination but somehow worked and the oysters. I did think the dinner menu was a bit odd - mostly seafood and pasta but if you wanted a steak it was a huge jump in price (I think the cheapest steak option was $85). The group did some pastas and the pork chop. Would definitely recommend to someone looking for a nice night out! read more

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This review is only based on attending a special event/retirement party for my coworker. The place is very spacious and beautiful on the water! I like that it's easy to walk to from the hotel that I was staying at - I had actually taken the train into Jersey City and transportation was not that bad. Anyways, the party was a blast. The bartender was fantastic! I wish I got her name but she def took care of us guest and her drinks was.... sneaky lol. That's the only word I can think of because the drinks were so good you didn't realize the alcohol hitting you..until it's too late! HAHA. Anyways, the servers were super friendly and the hors d'oeuvres were unique! Like the pruscuitto wrapped melon, tuna watermelon, and def the classic mini crab bites and sliders. We did have the chance to grab a plate of food to munch on once it was ready, LOVE the fries that they had - it was the parmesan shoelace fires, fried chicken and burger sliders, and Cacio E Pepe pasta. Food was definitely tasty, staff were super friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere (of the booked space) was very spacious and just beautiful. read more

The food was good, but the water was an issue. Had a bunch of stuff inside the water. They replaced it after telling them, but after drinking that, the next refill also had stuff in the water. That's the easiest way to gross out someone from the rest of the menu. read more

Battello was such an incredible way to celebrate my birthday. The service is top notch along with the ambiance and of course spectacular views. Chef Giancarlo and his team deliver incredibly flavorful and beautiful dishes. read more

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Beautiful restaurant on the waterfront, great atmosphere, no complaints, enjoyed my dining experience. read more

Battello - Steak Frites - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I've been here a number of times for business dinners and the food has always been pretty good. The atmosphere is great with awesome views of the city and valet is really the main attraction for this restaurant. I normally do not leave negative reviews, but I feel like I have to in this case. We went here for Valentine's Day and I feel robbed. It was a prefix menu. The food was not good at all. I would equate it to banquet hall food, flavorless and dry. If I had ad paid maybe $300 I would have walked out feeling wow that was not a good meal and I would never go back, but for the prefixed menu for two, a $100 bottle of wine and tip I paid just over $500. I feel robbed. I will never again do a business dinner here and never go back. read more

What an incredibly beautiful restaurant and venue. I visited here for a wedding and the service ambience and overall experience was amazing. The cocktail hour was definitely remarkable and memorable. There were so many food options to choose from and the drinks were well crafted. The staff was continually professional, polite and attentive to the guests. it goes without saying that the views are breathtaking overlooking the city. I would love to come back and visit for dinner instead of just being a wedding guest. Definitely recommend anyone interested in visiting. read more

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Sitting outside with the view of New York is really nice in the summer! We usually get the squid ink pasta and the focaccia to start. The entrees are generally pretty big. read more

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Battello was such a perfect place for our 2 year anniversary dinner. The ambiance is fantastic and our seat had an unbeatable view of the city. The service was all great - everyone we spoke to was so kind. Food was YUMMY. The focaccia was so fluffy and that butter was so delicious. The cappelletti was probably my favorite dish of the night; the flavor was exquisite and the cheese was literally melt in your mouth perfect. The trumpet mushroom dish was fine but after the other 2 dishes it did not compare. Dessert was so also delicious and they wrote on the plate which was SO CUTE. Our cocktail was also great. read more

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I mean... Battello is always good but in my opinion it's just gotten too expensive. I mean everything has but anymore for what you get there, there are so many other better places to go and spend money and get a good meal. I also don't feel the service is all that great anymore, they move and just sort of come off anymore like they know the views are good and the food is good so everything else is mediocre read more

Came for the view, enjoyed the impeccable service, but left a little disappointed with the taste and presentation of the food. The spicy and citric pomodoro sauce overpowered the squid ink pasta. The too salty bacon bits overwhelmed the juicy chicken meat and truffle flavor. Both dishes also presented very dark. The tuna tartare and seafood salad appetizers were better. An extra star for the complimentary champagne in acknowledging the anniversary occasion. read more

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Went here for the first time and tried a bit of everything my wallet could afford. Evidently this place is on the pricier side, but sadly not everything lived up to its price tag. But the ones that did-like the salmon, pork, and quinoa dish- made me think the experience was worth it overall. For me personally, the squid ink and ragù pastas fell short and tasted a bit bland. Desert was nothing spectacular either. The ambience here is nice for a date night and the views are immaculate if you get to sit outside. read more

Battello - Italian Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

My husband and I had a very good Valentine's Day dinner here. Great place for special occasions.

This place was amazing. The location is absolutely beautiful. The food was so good that i am still wanting more hours later. The server we had was very knowledgeable about the menu. He also had humor incorporated into him. I had to tell the ladies at the front desk. I will definitely be back because i have felt customer service has been lost in alot of restaurants but not here at all. Thank you thank you for making me a believer again in good service. read more