I love this place, it makes me feel like a kid in a candy store. I want to take the whole place…read morehome with me. The grocery selection and over-the-counter food is phenomenal as is their wine selection with an amazing sommelier. The quality of food you get for the price is very reasonable. Everyone is so nice, helpful, and happy to see you there. I lived in Europe for several years and this place takes me back every time I walk through the entrance.

Shopping here is so much fun. It's like travelling through Italy wineries, farmlands, bistros and…read moreall. They have some fresh produce but there is an abundant amount of cheeses and wines and sauces and oils and fresh bread. This review isn't doing them justice. It's sown the street from Dante's if you know you know.

For starters, the complimentary bread choices is a bonus. The oysters for appetizer were very fresh…read moreand taste well, didn't have too much of a briney/fishy taste which was a bonus for me and sauces paired very well together. The pasta was very creamy and enjoyed the flavor. As someone who loves steak and is picky with how I receive it, I had ordered a porterhouse Medium Rare, the first one we received was overcooked to medium well and our server second guessed me when I brought it to attention. He had to call over another worker to double check and we had to ask once again if we were able to get it redone to our liking before even getting it replaced right away. The second porterhouse we received was done correctly and was seasoned well and had enough fat to make it buttery and melty. Espresso Martini was made well and for Whiskey Sours, if you like them on the smokier side, I would recommend it. All in all, we enjoyed all the food but the only set back for us was that we had to wait a little longer for our steak which we wanted to pair with our pasta. By the time it came out correctly, our pasta was already cold.

Celebrated my aunt's 70th birthday with a Sunday brunch at Sofia, and overall it was a really nice…read moreexperience--with a few things to keep in mind. We arrived right when they opened (perfect timing, especially with a snowstorm expected later that day), so the restaurant was still quiet. The space has a modern, upscale vibe that definitely feels suited for special occasions. It's located on a busy street, and while they do offer valet, we lucked out with free street parking since it was early. They offer a prix fixe brunch for $39 per person, which includes an appetizer, entrée, and dessert. It's a good way to experience the restaurant without committing to a full dinner price point--but be aware that quite a few items come with upcharges, and drinks are not included, so the bill can climb quickly. I do have a gluten allergy, and I was honestly surprised by how limited the gluten-free options were for a restaurant of this caliber. That said, I made it work: I started with a Bellini, had the sizzling slab of bacon as my appetizer, the recovery burger (no bun sub roasted potatoes as a side) as my main, and finished with the salted caramel gelato. Everything I had was enjoyable, but I would have appreciated more flexibility in the menu. The rest of the group (no dietary restrictions) had more variety to choose from and really enjoyed their meals, which is always a good sign. Service was attentive without being overbearing--likely helped by the fact that it wasn't too crowded yet--so we were able to relax and actually enjoy conversation, which made the celebration feel special. The restaurant also has a private back room that looks great for parties, plus a downstairs lounge area, which adds to its appeal as an event space. Overall, for me it's definitely more of a special occasion spot, and while the pricing is on the higher side for what you get, brunch feels like the best way to experience it. I'd come back again--but probably stick to brunch.

Llama House in Englewood is a great spot for authentic Peruvian flavors with a modern touch. The…read morerestaurant has a clean, stylish atmosphere that feels welcoming from the moment you walk in. We started with the three-color causa (traditional, pesto, and beet), each topped differently. The flavors were well balanced and thoughtfully put together. The mixed ceviche was fresh and bright, with a citrus note that really brought everything together. The choros a la chalaca were generous and nicely balanced between the flavor of the sea and acidity. I especially appreciated that they offer chifa cuisine (Peruvian-Chinese fusion), which you don't see everywhere in Bergen County. The tallarín chifa was well executed and full of flavor, and the tipakay added a great sweet and crispy contrast. Overall, a solid experience and definitely worth visiting if you enjoy Peruvian food in the area.

The food was so good! I had the lomo saltado. My fiance had the mixed chaufa. My MIL had pollo la…read morebrasa. we ate everything so fast, i only remembered to get a picture of mine! Our server was attentive and nice, and the restaurant itself was very clean and had cute decor! im gonna be thinking about this lomo til i can come here again. it was saucy and the portion size was perfect. The steak was tender, ALL of it! Usually when I get steak, i get nervous cuz a lot of places wont trim their steak accordingly, and pieces of fat and gristle get through to the final plate. not this one! I was able to enjoy eeeevery piece! I found myself saying "that lomo was so good" in anguish cuz i knew i wouldnt be able to find anything similarly tasty and quality where i normally live!!! will definitely come back given the chance!

I've been coming here for years; there are a few new faces. They have the best fresh pasta, most…read morecut to order. There's ravioli. I can't make manicotti as good as theirs at home for the cost. There's a small section with groceries. They always have creative window displays. Service is helpful and can be informative.

Now that I'm older and live in the burbs, there are things that I'm just used to sucking. Take for…read moreexample Chinese food, the best place in my current neighborhood would have closed in a month in my old neighborhood. It's the same with Ravioli. I'm used to getting ravioli from an Italian Superstore that's dotted across Long Island. Good? Yeah maybe but what I grew up with? Nah. I'm in The Bronx and I'm going to stop at Borgatti's Ravioli for our Sunday dinner. Walking into the store, it's very small. There are high glass partitions, no touching just pointing. I see the various pastas and ravioli but I want the big suckas. Small ravioli? C'Mon! I made the best red sauce that I will drown these raviolis in a sea of tomatoes. The small raviolis just can't swim in my pot! The older gentleman behind the counter asks if he can help me. I ask him to open the box and actually show me the larger ravioli. Oh baby, they are large and in charge. Why I walked out with one box still boggles my mind because I should have bought 3. I'm not in the area too often and the extra boxes would have carried me through the winter. I hand over my cash and the gentleman says God Bless to me. I'm not getting blessings on Long Island! When I came home, my wife made the perfect Sunday dinner. Those raviolis came straight from the 70s. Simply perfect. God Bless us, everyone.

Delivery order: -Red white fettuccini with chicken was tasty…read more& you can split it with 3 people... -cannelloni were fantastic; yummyyyyy -chicken parmigiana was delowwww? Al food was fresh, well packed, huge amount!

We celebrated a family friend's recent performance at the nearby Bergen PAC theater. The restaurant…read morewas able to accommodate our large party. The staff was helpful and hospitable, was able to serve our order, and checked on us to ask if everything was ok. The food was tasty and delicious, and the sizes for both family and individual dishes were just right. The prices were reasonable as well. I'd recommend this place to others who are looking for a good Italian meal in the area.

Didn't feel like jumping back in the car to try to find something to eat so figured we would try…read morethe restaurant here at the hotel. Typically not a big "restaurant at a hotel food guy" but the experience and food here we're both pretty good. There's a nice choice of seating if you prefer a bar experience or a sit down restaurant experience. We chose to sit down restaurant experience. Our waiter was very friendly and quite attentive. After mulling over the menu we were set for dinner. My colleague had the fillet mignon, medium rare with mushroom and Bolognese sauce. I got the rigatoni with eggplant. The dinner starts out with two rolls and butter. Be sure to ask for a choice of rolls as it appears, there are three or four different options to choose from. They were OK, not warm, a bit on the stale side. My colleague enjoyed the steak saying it was tender and filling. It was juicy and had a lot of flavor to it. The overall feedback was positive. My rigatoni was Al Dante, perfect! The red sauce was just right. Not too sweet nor too tangy. There was a fair amount of eggplant and balls of mozzarella cheese. I added Parmesan cheese sprinkled on the top. Every bit of my meal was eaten. Not all meals include a salad. The filet did include a salad. I had to get a side salad. The salads were a bit small and lacking variety but overall OK. Overall this restaurant is a good choice.

This restaurant is located inside the Doubletree hotel. In the area to go see the Yankees play…read more Had dinner after the day game....too tired to venture out in the city, and the food had great reviews....started with calamari, the wife and I love this... very large portions....then they brought us beautiful mixed green salads...a def step up from the bland ice berg mix you normally see. The wife had ravioli, and I had the seafood linguini. Mussels, clams, shrimp, calamari tossed with perfectly cooked pasta, in a light tomato sauce. Perfect!! No need for dessert, we had doubletree chic chip cookies in our room! Service was friendly, timely, average. The next morning we are in the same room for breakfast. Totally opposite....terrible buffet...service non existent....nice waiter, never around. It's a buffet, had to ask for silverware, had to ask for coffee, had to ask for check....

this pasta is flavorless and watery. this rest is disgusting. Do Not Eat Here. I Almost threw up…read moremy food.

I am so disappointed in the food. That was hands down the worst Penne alla vodka I've ever had, and…read morelet me be very clear this is no exaggeration. It had ZERO flavor and the noodles were soggy! And not to mention parts of it was cold, it's giving we just threw that shi in the microwave. I am so pissed off and will NEVER eat here again. Literally school lunch was better than that shi and I wish I was lying cause no way I paid for that crap. If I could give you ZERO stars I would.

Food was really good. Steak cooked to perfection. Appetizers were also very good…read more Would go again. Plenty of parking behind restaurant.

When it comes to authentic food, I was very pleased to try this place…read more Good location, good service, good food. The pizza was very good. Service was quick but food was prepared with care. The server was attentive and polite. Will try this place again, for sure, if I am in the area.

Old school Italian feel inside, unassuming from the outside. Pictures of employees and patrons of…read morethe past let you know there's some cool history in here. No hats allowed so do your hair :) Had the occobucco and wife tried the branzino. BYOB so bring your favorite bottle. Service is attentive and welcoming. Had a great experience and meal. My friend got the chicken Parm which looked like your typical classic. Everything was delicious and not too crazy expensive which I appreciated.

We came across this place on Google while searching for Italian food in the Bergen County area and…read morestumbled across a upon a true neighborhood gem. The menu isn't massive, but they cover every category with extreme precision and do it really well. Seafood, pasta, veal, chicken, and all the classic appetizers you can think of from stuffed artichokes, zucchini blossoms, and house-made burrata. The ambiance is old-school Italian in the best way: timeless, romantic, and cozy. It works just as well for an intimate date night as it does for a small group dinner. Bonus points for being BYOB. We ordered the veal marsala and the seafood pomodoro. The veal was pounded to perfection and swimming in a ridiculously addictive sauce. The seafood pasta was cooked perfectly and loaded with fresh shrimp, clams, and mussels and you can taste the quality and care put in the food. Meals are served with a salad to start, and you can expect to spend around $35 per entrée, which feels more than fair for the quality. We were genuinely impressed and were treated with a lot of attention throughout the meal. The concept of the restaurant being run by two italian twins was honestly so sweet. Highly recommend if you're looking for classic Italian done right without trekking into the city.

Delicious pizza what is there not to like? They have online ordering that make pickup a breeze…read more They also have dine in with a few round tables and bar. Thin crust and the cheese isn't too much and doesn't slide off. The sauce is perfection. I can see why they sell their sauce by the jars.

Honestly, I had high expectations for this place , fresh pasta was How they got me in the door,…read more first walked in to no one there to greet you , no one there to sit you . Minimal issue granted. Ordered fried calamari , rice balls , fresh pasta with red sauce and breaded chicken As I went to the bathroom I've noticed that the chicken was in a Ziploc bag, fully cooked breaded Ok so that's one issue you're not taking care of the chicken who knows how long it's been sitting out there I asked the owner when was that chicken cooked? He Was baffled and said every day. I had counted at least 20 chicken cutlets, and that Ziploc bag just thrown on the counter. Calamari comes out small portion cut sizes were horrible like a shoe string soggy , rice balls were really good now comes to my pasta overcooked swimming and tomato sauce that had no taste Yes, the tomato sauce homemade I can tell but no taste. And best of yet the chicken cutlet soggy not crispy placed over my "fresh pasta" horrible experience shared my feedback with the owner and asked if I'm a chef yes, the Guy From from Dave & Buster's I've worked in many restaurants from Good to bad I know exactly what I'm talking about and I have had really good fresh pasta this place is a fraud !! Your pizza might be good but definitely shouldn't be serving the public anything other you should be ashamed representing good Italian food I wish someone would teach you how to represent Italy Cause this isn't it