This spot serves all of your Italian food classics! I came here for lunch during the week and the…read moreplace was packed! There's plenty of seating in the back room section for large parties. The waiter is very knowledgeable about all of the daily specials and has so many stories about the history of the restaurant. The owner also came out to personally ask us about our meal. Food: - fried calamari- crispy and well seasoned - roasted whole artichoke - fun appetizer to split with a large group. Could have less breading - rigatoni bolognese- huge portion, perfectly al dente pasta with a heavy ladle of bolognese. One of my favorite bolognese!

Awesome experience from beginning to end! Our first visit here, meeting our family from Staten…read moreIsland in a convenient spot for all,of us. From being greeted by Rich, the Maitre D / bartender, meeting the owner and our great waiter Tony (formerly of Spirito's) it was an enjoyable experience for all. The food was excellent (don't miss the Calamari Cino and the fresh Burrata special), service outstanding and the prices fair for the great meal. We will definitely be back soon to meet other friends from the area when coming down from Bergen county. Was definitely worth the short 35 minute trip! Thanks for a great night of food and hospitality!

This is one of my favorite places! The restaurant is very…read morewell decorated and has a real classy Italian modern vibe (with an incredible outdoor area in the summer). Staff is very professional and friendly, always making sure everyone is having a good time. Honestly, all the food is great here but some of my favorites are definitely the carpaccio and calamari appetizer (the calamari is the BEST I ever had, hands down) and their coffee panacota for dessert is also out of this world, just amazing! If you are a bread lover just know they make their own bread in house. 5 stars always!

I went here for lunch today with my husband and brother-in-law. The ambiance outside was very nice…read more It reminded me of the islands. The food, however, is another story. For appetizers, we got zucchini chips, fried calamari and mussels. The calamari was fried too hard and it had a very salty, spicy Chilean type sauce over it. The zucchini chips were thinly sliced, lightly battered with Parmesan cheese sprinkled over them. They were decent but nothing to write home about. In fact, after having about six or seven of the zucchini chips I began to experience heartburn from the grease. For entrees, my husband had the chicken parm. He said it was too thick and should have been flattened more before frying. It was also very breaded. My brother-in-law ordered the chicken and waffles and he said the chicken tasted day old so after having a bite of one piece of the chicken he pushed the chicken aside and called it a day. I called the waiter over and informed him about the chicken tasting day old. He didn't try to change it out or take it off the bill or get a manager. He just apologized by saying I'm sorry. My crab Mac and Cheese was decent. It wasn't seasoned the way I would have liked but the huge, plentiful chunks of crab made up for that. I ate a third of my dish and packed the rest for home where I will doctor it up to my taste. I've never been to this particular restaurant before. The only reason we came today is because my brother-in-law was here on business and staying at a hotel in the area.

I have been to this restaurant time and time again and it never disappoints. The food is delicious…read moreand the bread and olive oil dip is divine. The white sangria is refreshing. The red sangria was not a fan favorite. With a group of 12, our party was treated so well. The service is impeccable which keeps me coming back and inviting more people. We were having a Cousins Appreciation Dinner, the staff helped this event go seamlessly without any prior notice. They were accommodating, friendly and efficient. I will happily continue an annual event here. The place is classy and charming. Will keep singing their praises to anyone looking for a great experience and amazing food.

You get a little bit of everything here... formal, semi formal/casual, and a small high top/bar…read morearea... I'm in all different Facebook groups about food across NJ... the drunken chicken parm (vodka sauce) is THE BEST IN NJ THERES NOT A QUESTION ABOUT IT! Everything on the menu is perfect no matter what you order. Not a huge menu, but more than enough to choose from. Great for my small family and I to dine for birthdays and holidays.

We gathered for our quarterly Brothers' dinner here 2 weeks ago and this neighborhood gem was…read moreperfect. Being italian, but unfamiliar with Spaghetti all'Assassina, we were intrigued and then delighted by the chef and owner who not only served up helpings of his signature Assassina dish, but preceded it with a traditional antipasto and a primo of his special cheese filled meatballs over pasta. We topped our evening off with espresso/sambuca/dolci which left us satiated and satisfied. Added benefit is BYOB which keeps the price reasonable and the wine flowing. Food was delicious and the staff could not be friendlier or eager to please. Six italian brothers from Dyker Heights Brooklyn from the 50's and 60's give this place "Cinque Stelle".

We tried this place on a whim and happy we did! Used DoorDash and placed an order for pickup, so…read morecan't speak to the ambiance, but the young lady at the counter gave us a friendly greeting and wished us a good evening. Got the GARLIC-CHEESE FLATBREAD, the EGGPLANT PARMIGIANA, and the MAKE YOUR OWN with penne, meatballs, roasted garlic, and Napolitana Tomato sauce. 4/5 on the first two, 4.5/5 on the MYO. Flatbread would be really good if it were had at the restaurant instead of takeout, however air frying it to crisp up the bread would definitely address that. My GF said the eggplant was good. And the MYO I got was really good. Nice flavorful meatballs, really good sauce, and the roasted garlic was perfect a perfect addition. There was enough of a portion of each dinner for two nights of meals so value-wise, this was an excellent dinner spot. May have to try dine-in next time we come back (and we will be back).

We have been Cranford residents and pizza lovers for many years and O Sole Mio is our new favorite…read morepizza spot. - The margherita pizza was delicious. - The O Sole Mio pizza, which I enjoyed today was even better... great crisp crust, delicious ingredients. Easy to pick up with your hands. - Before this, we ordered a bunch of pizzas as takeout, and all of them were impressive. - The eggplant rollatini appetizer was good, and the calamari appetizer was well fried. - The staff is friendly and attentive, and the ambiance is perfect for a pizzeria; warm and casual. After getting takeout a bunch of times and now having gone in person three times, it's now our go to.

O Sole Mio is a gem in Cranford! They make excellent Italian food at very reasonable prices!…read more That's why this place has so many regulars. The owner is so gracious and hospitable. It's nothing fancy inside, but if you love Italian food you will love this place. They make one of best baked ziti's I ever had! If you love baked ziti you have to order it here! The pasta pescatori is another excellent dish here to try as well. The food doesn't come out fast so be prepared to wait, and their servers don't speak English well so that can be a bit frustrating. It definitely doesn't stop me from coming back to this gem. I highly recommend O Sole Mio in Cranford!

What wonderful experience and dinner! Right in the center of Westfield this byob is a must…read morebookmark. We made reservations for 7:30 on a Saturday and had to book two weeks in advance. We sat immediately and were greeted by our friendly server. She told us the specials and offered suggestions for her favorite things on the menu. I'm glad we took her suggestions. We started off with a cheese board, shaved Brussels salad and calamari. The calamari was light, crispy and tossed in a sesame ginger chili sauce. Much better than your average fried calamari. Pasta course was ricotta cavatelli and two of the specials. We honestly couldn't pick a favorite we really enjoyed the all. Next time I would order pasta as my main dish. It was a very generous portion. For dinner we tried the branzino, short ribs and the veal chop special. The branzino came filleted over vegetables. It was nice and crispy. The veal was the favorite of our dinner options. We tried everything for desert and you really can't go wrong there either. Nutella panda cotta was my favorite.

Celebrating my 15th year of elite yelping with my first review of 2026 and I'm glad to say it was a…read moregreat find in downtown Westfield. Party of 8 for NYE and none of us had ever been there before but afterwards we all agreed we had a terrific meal served by a great staff in a comfortable atmosphere. Take a look at the menu. Every appetizer, salad, and entrée was a home run. We passed on dessert since we were heading back to someone's house to bring in the new year, but we'll make sure to check it out next time and there will definitely be a next time.

Delicious food, bright and relaxed atmosphere, and great service all around. Artie's is a fantastic…read morefamily-friendly restaurant that not only specializes in wood-fired pizzas but also baked goods like breads and pastries. I always love trying something off their seasonal pizza menu; during my most recent visit, I loved their maple bacon pizza, which had the perfect balance of sweet and savory. They don't accept reservations, so expect it to be pretty busy, especially during the weekends. Note that they also only have a limited cold food menu during the off hour between lunch and dinner.

Still easily my favorite pizza in NJ, no contest. Since moving to the new location, Artie's is…read morebetter than ever!! The restaurant itself is spacious and has an inviting atmosphere. Love going in the warmer weather when they open up the doors and have the bar serving on the patio. And let's face it, if you know anything about Arite's you know that there will always be a wait on the weekends. Having the bar and the patio makes waiting a breeze! The food is seriously better than ever. I actually think the pizza is even better at this new spot than the previous location. The sleeper favorite for me is the maple bacon pizza. Takes the white pie to another level and has become a go to for me. Always, I repeat always, order the meatballs and save the sauce for your pizza crust. The farmers salad is always a must for me as well. No one does a salad like Artie's. Give this place a shot because trust me, you won't be disappointed.

Very nice staff and overall food quality was excellent. We ordered quite a bit of appetizers and…read moreeverything we had was well executed and service was prompt. The standout for us was the snap peas side ( so refreshing and tastes so good) and the garlic shrimp was amazing and flavorful. The ambiance is nice but it gets so packed so if you get overstimulated easily, just prepare for this.

Still some of the best Italian cuisine in SOMa. Arrived at 8.30 on a Friday night, was told a 30…read moreminute wait. Spot on. They texted when our table was ready and we were promptly seated. It's BYOB but we didn't. We split the seasonal bread with salted butter and ricotta cheese appetizer, my GF got the chicken parmigiana, and I got the chicken Milanese. Both were fantastic. And massive. I can't believe I ate the entire chicken parmigiana the last time I was here. My GF was only able to finish 1/3 of it. And I was only able to finish 1/2 of the chicken Milanese. The portion sizes alone make the meals worth it. Highly recommend Osteria LK. Just don't expect a quiet atmosphere during busy times because it's LOUD.

Do you see that review from "Herman S"? Well, he's a loser and a LIAR. First of all, his…read moredescription of "the waitress informing him that Cioffi's does not include the clam shells with white clam sauce" and that she "affirmed" that they only use canned clams is not just a flat out lie, it's stupid. Notice he didn't include a picture...like I DID, which clearly shows REAL clams with REAL shells. There were no "canned clams" like the liar, Herman S (S for STUNAD) describes. But THEN...I saw where the idiot was from, and saw what he was really upset about. They were showing "FOX NEWS" on one of their TVs behind the bar. (To be fair, there was another one showing MSLSD, but STUNAD doesn't mention that.) The jackass was just triggered at one of the tv's and felt it his responsibility to leave a lie of a review. What a snowflake! He was mad at a restaurant because they weren't waving a bunch of rainbow flags and dared to show a news source that actually tells the truth from time to time. How much ya wanna bet Herman S has purple hair? LOL! The dinners here are great, as was the linguini allá vongole! And as for Herman S...just let me catch you. I promise, you'll wind up stuffed in a COFFEE CAN.

What a fantastic Italian restaurant. I work in the area and because of the cold and rainy weather…read moretoday, Thursday the 5th, I was craving some soup. I ordered Pasta Fagioli for lunch and it was a ten out of ten. The tomato broth was flavorful and did not any salt or pepper to be added to it. The pasta was cooked perfectly and still had some bite to it. The beans were flavorful. It came with a piece of crusty bread for dunking. All for under 10 bucks. Great job crew.

Came here on a friend's recommendation and the food is delicious!…read more We order barratta mozzarella appetizer and it's a creamy mozzarella with cherry tomatoes and whatever basil dressing and we paired it with the complimentary Italian bread and butter. Yummy, it is delicious. For entree, I have the breaded chicken with penne vodka pasta and the sauce is so creamy cheesy and yes, very delicious. I had the sangria mocktail since I don't drink alcohol and the drink tastes really good. For dessert, we shared the chocolate smashbox. It's hard dark chocolate on the outside with vanilla ice cream inside and berry drizzle. They called it smashbox because it comes with a small cute metal hammer where you need to smash the top and side of dessert. Overall, everything I had was wonderful. Service is great and I'd definitely would come back again to try other food on the menu. Tip: Parking is available off street and in there is a small parking lot in the back of the restaurant. Reservations can be made online. Menu and daily specials is updated on their website. They have party catered menu and a party sectioned area enough to occupy 30 plus people.

Most tender porkchop I've had in my life. I would come back just for the porkchop. Mozzerella…read moreappetizer was ok, nothing worthy of taking away a star. The mozz had to come to room temp to be a little more gooey and needed a touch of salt and pepper. Amazing service, our waiter was awesome. Ambiance is very relaxing and lower lit Italian dining. This place has "soul" which my Father would say cannot be bought or taken. This is my first time dining here and it feels... well comfy with warm food. I will be coming back. Parking is a bit of a fiasco, but hey that's life. Just giving a heads up to anyone venturing to this establishment. My family and I will be returning. The owners must be very proud, I imagine family owned, but cannot confirm. Thank you.