This pizza parlor (does anyone use that term anymore?!) has been going strong for decades…read more To be honest I was always partial to Nino's III in Kearny - much closer to where I used to live and their chicken-and-broccoli slice was a thing of beauty. (I believe Nino's II existed for a quick moment up there in North Arlington but my memory ain't what it used to be.) After driving past (the original) Nino's on the way home from work for the last few months I realized I was overdue for a visit. First thing: from the outside it looks a bit weathered but inside? It's vibrant and lively and eased my initial concerns. (As soon as I walked in at the very first table was a little kid and his abuela. He made it a point to interact with me coming and leaving and that kid made my day... he's getting 5-stars for being awesome!) As for the pizza... it's a respectable "large" - they ain't skimping, which is a nice change of pace. (Hats off to the pizzaiolo because it wasn't a true/normal/expected circle but something closer to a Reuleaux triangle mixed with a squircle.) Geometry aside... the pie tasted good. Nothing flashy or fancy - just a legit (thin) pie. The (steak) fries were a bit bland and boring, I can't lie. And their cavatelli and broccoli was... decent. It would've benefited from a bit more 'pop' (salt, olive oil, garlic, you name it.) I haven't been here in eons and I hope they'll be around for another 40-something-years. Worth mentioning: it's one of the very few pizzerias to have a liquor license. (I'd definitely come back again for the not-so-perfectly-round pizza but would pass on the fries and pasta...)

This hidden gem in the Harrison Shopping Plaza serves some surprisingly delicious pizzas. We tried…read morea pepperoni slice, a chicken slice, and a plain Sicilian slice. The pepperoni and Sicilian slices were particularly impressive, and I would even say this is the best Sicilian pizza I've ever had. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a tasty pizza experience. However, the restaurant appears to be quite deserted, and it would definitely benefit from more patrons to ensure it receives the attention it deserves.

It appears this location has closed. Eviction notice on the door and closed for last two Red Bulls…read moregames. Always enjoyed the food even if it could be inconsistent at times.

My brother-in-law is still thinking about the long hots and rice ball he had. This was our first…read morevisit and all the dishes were great. I made a resy for 5:15 on a Friday night expecting it to be busier. I'm sure it's nuts with Red Bulls games. We were seated immediately and our hostess and servers were great. We had the Harrison pie, spicy rigatoni and the appys mentioned earlier. I ordered the cauliflower crust pizza with eggplant and the crust was the best I had. Left me questioning if it was really cauliflower crust. lol. The eggplant wasn't as soft as I like it but still good. Nice selection of beer and wine. Overall positive experience and looking forward to visiting Ah Pizz again.

A very solid change on our Sunday night pizza night after baseball games. Very small establishment…read moreon a side street, so have the GPS ready to go. On Yelp it says cash only, but they do take cards as well. Just a major FYI for people like me that never have cash on hand. Everything was ready to go when I got there. Super efficient and everyone was very nice. Excellent service. We got the Bolognese Pie and if course the Buffalo Chicken for the kid. Plus I had to try the Meatball parm with Vodka sauce and some zeppoles for later on. The Bolognese pie was out of this world. The meat sauce was excellent and the crust wasn't too thick or doughy. When I saw it, I was skeptical but after the first bite, all doubt disappeared. The Buffalo Chicken looked amazing but I didn't have a piece. My son said it was on the top of his list. The meatball parm with Vodka sauce was average. I wouldn't get it again but it was decent. Ending with the Zeppoles was the perfect finish. The pizzas are the real deal and that's what I suggest everyone orders if you stop by.

I literally ate this pizza everyday in elementary school. It's changed a bit as an adult but still…read moredelicious and the calzone my husband ordered was big enough for a family of 4 and oozing with delicious ricotta.

"Would you like some lemoncello? Orangcello? Anythingvello?"…read more Angelo, one of the owners, is talking to the table next to us, but already I know I've found a second home. "You won't want to cook anymore" he tells us a bit later. He's not wrong. I had the fish special, cod, served puttanesca, with mash potatoes and spinach. He had the rigatoni bolognese. Perfectly cooked pasta. "Everything is homemade," Angelo explained later. Smart and fairly well-priced wine list. We asked why the 2020 Carparzo Brunello di Montalcino was so low priced, and learned the wine has been priced the same since their father closed their Upper East Side location and the kids opened in Newark. "New York food at NJ prices," Angelo explained. "I've never had tiramisu I've liked better", husband told me. "I've never had flan Ive liked better" I told him. (It is coconut flan.) Great service. Wonderful spot. And Bon Jovi has been in twice, most recently he brought his wife. Enough said.

We were driving around Newark looking for a place to eat and wow did we get lucky with La Fiamma!…read moreAs soon as you walk in, it is a step back in time in all the best ways. If you loved Moonstruck or Godfather movies, this is your place. Theres a long bar with high seats, small tables, and old school booths so you have great choice of seating. We were seated at a table and instantly impressed by the friendliness of the waiter and visit from the pwner. The menu is classic Italian food (no pizza). They bring out a plate of bruschetta on crostini bread which was fresh and delicious. For food, we had Veal piccata and Chicken Francese. My son had Pasta bolognese. Definitely prefer the chicken over the veal, and my son ate his whole,e bowl ao Id say the bolognese is really good too. Veal was just a little tough but the sauce was totally on point, saved the meal. We will absolutely come back to try more dishes. Homemade pasta will def be next visit. Excellent ambience and great friendly staff. Love it.

Solid pizza joint Great calamari price and portion!…read moreWings are good. They have good holiday specials like with the super bowl. Etc Would try this out again .

I love this place. Its got the biggest slices! They even have some lunch specials for kids. The…read moreprices are affordable. You can add a topping to the cheese pizzas too. The service is quick. They have a sit down area and its frequented by the locals. Love coming here when I'm in the area.

It was exactly what we needed before hitting a Red Bulls game…read more We were in the area grabbing a few drinks across the street and decided a slice would be the perfect addition. They seem to have a pretty big menu, but we settled on two slices of Margarita pizza. After a quick warm-up, we picked up these giant slices and enjoyed every bite. Not fancy, but that's ok....the flavor was there and the crust was tasty.

Really good service food was delicious. Definitely recommend 10 out of 10. Area was very clean and…read moreneat.

Girls' night rule #1: pick a place with a vibe. Girls' night…read morerule #2: the food better back it up. Burke's Tavern understood the assignment. None of us had been before, so we walked in blind, except not really, because the second we stepped inside the vibe hit us. Dimmed lights (but not "can't read the menu" dim), candles glowing, plants everywhere, music just loud enough to feel cool but not loud enough to ruin the gossip. Cozy. Chill. Cute. The holy trinity. It wasn't packed, so we had seating options and landed at a round table in the middle: elite positioning, honestly. Door and front windows on one side, bar view on the other. Prime people-watching real estate. Now let's discuss the important part: the food. We ordered strategically (read: everything we wanted). Lamb meatballs - 10/10. Holy crap. I don't know who is back there doing what, but please continue. Burrata pizza - absolutely delicious. Gone in record time. Gochu-Crispy-Chikin - no notes. Million Dollar Chicken - appropriately named. Fish 'N' Chips - zero complaints across the table. And that's the thing: not a single person in the group had an issue. No side-eye. No "it's good, but..." Just clean plates and happy energy. Now. Parking? Disrespectful. It's on a corner (love that), but finding parking took effort (do not love that). Would I let that stop me? Absolutely not. Parking be damned. I will circle. I will walk. I will manifest a spot. Because this place is such a vibe that it's already secured a return visit -- brunch is calling, and I need to see what this place feels like when the weather warms up. Girls' night/date night/ANY night approved.

We were in Newark a late afternoon on a Sunday and looking for a burger. Went to another famous…read morelocal place and it was closed so decided to try Burke's Tavern. The atmosphere and restaurant look great. It has a good vibe and the service was great. Let me tell you about the burger, not the best, they give you a slider size patty, overcooked and served on a bun that comes apart when you grab it. I'm not sure about the rest of the menu, but not a burger place. Now the chocolate cake with the raspberry ice cream--wow! This was the best part of the meal. I'm giving this place 4 stars even though I didn't like the burger because that's all I tried. I'll come back and revise this rating up/down if I come back and try other menu items. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

Newark, NJ - we came here for a quick pre-show bite before a Sunday matinee at NJPAC since it was…read moreclose by, and wow, was I surprised by how good the pizza is for a fast-casual chain! Backed by celebrity investors like LeBron James and Maria Shriver, the concept is an assembly-line approach to customizable artisanal-style pies. Think Chipotle, but make it pizza. Personal sized, thin crust pizza (6 slices) is built right in front of you in an open kitchen, then fired in an oven for 3 minutes. You can finish things off with drizzles of various sauces or a handful of arugula if you fancy extra embellishment. Choose a signature pie or build your own - I love that you can have any toppings for one flat price. For the allergen or diet conscious: gluten-free, cauli, and keto crusts are all available alongside the original and high-rise doughs. We also tried the protein-zza, a California-style chicken & veggie pizza made with cauliflower crust. I was fully prepared to be smug about detecting the alternative crust, but couldn't tell the difference at all. It was generously loaded with toppings, and the roasted garlic really made the taste pop. Fresh, vibrant flavors all around. We went on a Sunday so it wasn't too crowded and service was swift, and the pizzas came out beautifully. For a quick-serve franchise, this place delivered high-performance pies that defied my expectations.

Don't waste your money at the Broad st one. I'm not really sir what happened but they need to put…read morewhoever they had putting the pies together back on duty. They used to use fresh ingredients and never got it wrong. The last three times I've ordered I was very disappointed. Out of all the toppings I ordered I got cheese and spinach and it tasted old, as if someone didn't pick their order up and the just reheated and resold. It's a shame because this was my go to place. I feel just because we're in Newark doesn't mean you should skimp on quality. And it was only 11:30 am.

May 2026 Monthly meeting of the I.P.A. (International Police Association) Newark Region 48…read more This month's meeting brought us to Kearny, NJ at Mr. Nino's III Brick Oven Trattoria. We've been here before so we knew we were in for a great meal, super friendly and welcoming service, and we were not disappointed. Owner, Andraino, made sure our group of 28 members were made to feel at home in his establishment. Kudos also to our server, Dianna, who managed to handle our group with great expertise. The meal was excellent, from the opening appetizers of bruschetta, antipasto, fried calamari, garlic knots, and a highly recommended pizza. This was followed by perfectly prepared Al Dente penne pasta in a creamy, tasty vodka sauce, with fresh garlic bread on the side. The highlight was yet to come with my entree choice of Shrimp Diavolo. The ample serving of shrimp clearly lived up to the dishes name with tender, succulent shrimp, simmered in a fiery, garlicky tomato sauce. This dish had just the right kick and I just had to sop up most of that sauce with the aforementioned bread. Other entrees included Chicken or Shrimp Parm, Chicken Francese, Shrimp Scampi, and Chicken Murphy. All the dishes were ample and reportedly delicious. Of course, assorted desserts and Cappuccino, Espresso, or Coffee finished off a wonderful meal. I should mention Mr. Nino's III Brick Oven Trattoria is a BYOB, and I had no problem finding a parking spot in the lot across the street. Thank you to Andraino and his fantastic staff for making our meeting a memorable event. If you haven't been to Mr. Nino's III, do yourself a favor, stop by and give them a try. 05/05/2026

Here's a place that was recommended to me by another establishment that I frequent often. I…read morefinally made my way over to give it a shot. Outside looks beautiful. Very welcoming and the inside is equally clean. Everyone inside was great. They were talkative and friendly. We ordered via the phone and everything was ready when we got there. We got the usual Buffalo Chicken pie for the kid, my wife wanted the meat lovers and we got an order of zeppoles. The Buffalo Chicken pie was very "soupy". It was like a volcano of sauce erupted on the pie. It needs to be toned down by 2 notches in my opinion. Then there was no ranch or blue cheese. I've never had a Buffalo pie without swirls on or a side of either. With that said, the chicken was excellent quality. Extremely good and the sauce wasn't overpowering. Just way too much of it. The meat lovers, we ironically encountered the opposite. Very little sauce on it. It was to the point that my wife even asked me if there was any sauce on it at all. Again, ingredients were excellent, just assembled all wrong. The Zeppoles, there was no saving. Look at the picture. Not airy or fluffy at all. Thin, large, and weirdly shaped. The whole dozen were like this. Tough to bite and chew. Completely off of the mark. I loathe giving low scores. I went with 3 stars because the ingredients are great and on point. The technique and how they use the products they have are just off-kilter.