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Came with a big group on a weekend day for a late brunch and there were still a steady business going on. Service was friendly and very family oriented. Very nice decoration on the outside and clean and modern on the inside with a partially open kitchen. We had a little wait so I took the opportunity to learn about the head chef/owner Antonio and his family via the article on the wall. They do have a rotating seasonal menu - this is the Spring brunch menu. BYOB! 1. Bread sampler - Good sized sampler with croissant, a blueberry/plum cake and a few others. 2. Fluffy pancakes (Tres Leches style) - Soaked pancakes which made it like a dessert. Came with a icing topping with fruits. Had about half and took the rest home as dessert! 3. Pasta carbonara - Smelled of parm cheese which made me salivate. Al dente pasta which is perfect and a normal sized dish that was not too small or large. 4. Lemongrass ice cream - Very delicious and flavorful! 5. Vanilla affogato - Vanilla itself was not sweet or too vanilla but the espresso added a good touch to it. Overall a great brunch / lunch and loved seeing that it was family owned and friendly. Would visit again!
Last night was our second visit and Fiorentini has quickly risen to one of our favorite local restaurants. The food is incredibly inventive, the service is impeccable, and every detail from start to finish was exceptional.
Service was outstanding, however food/ brunch was mediocre. Stake tast very simple without any flavor. French toast was disappointing chunk of bread that tast fluffy. Also, parking is very difficult to find, especially on weekends.
Outstanding! They have a seasonal menu and I absolutely lovely what I ordered! 21 vegetable soup was delicious and cozy; loved the kale chips on top. Polenta fries were perfection! Crunchy outside, warm soft inside, and the dips were perfect compliments, creamy and salty. Pork chop was divine! One of the best I've ever had. So juicy and flavorful with orange zest that was a surprising flavor combo that worked! The polenta and cooked pepper side were wonderful. I cleaned the plate! The dessert was so good! Fudge layer, creamy top, and I loved the liquor that flavored the cake and the litter crunchy cookies on top. Yum! Service was excellent and the restaurant was beautiful, though very noisy since it was packed.
Love the horticultural decor throughout! The food was delicious! The service was impeccable! Our server even asked if we wanted to wait a little between courses, which we love! We will definitely be back!
01/09/2026 We have been here a few times before and always enjoyed everything about Fiorentini. This visit... not so much. The service, as always was spot on... timely and courteous. The food... 2 orders of seared Chilean sea bass, 1 order of Cavatelli (with wild boar ragu and pecorino toscano) and 1 order of risotto acquarello (risotto with kale puree and duck leg ragu) were all very very good... if small in portion. But I understand 'fine dining.' But what really had us talking was the ridiculous portion of mussels. (See picture) 4 breaded mussels for 18$!!!! That is considerably more pricey than a half dozen oysters in most restaurants. ($4.50 a piece!) I'm sorry, but this dish is way over priced for what we received and frankly, they were not that tasty... several mussels having grains of sand in them. Oh, one other issue I had... by the time our dessert came out, my coffee was cold... finished actually. I want to love Fiorentini as we have in the past, but these couple of issues really put us off for a bit.
First time here on a Wednesday evening, reservations were for 6:30 it was empty when we arrived. We shared the salad w/ walnuts & cranberries w Ricotta, it was fresh & delicious,enough to split. For dinner I had the taggiatelli w mushroom ragu it was absolutely amazing. My friend had the tortellini w butternut squash in this most delicious aromatic olive oil w a harvest of fall flavors & spices, also absolutely amazing. Only negative thing was they only gave her a V small "appetizer like" portion. Which is why it's not 5 stars. I had the afagotto for desert & we shared the pumpkin tart, also amazing! Pumpkin filling was def home made & tart was crusty & flavorful, it had a spun sugar pumpkin crust on the side that was like nothing I've ever had before, so delicious. Waiter was friendly,informative & attentive. There was no rush for our table bc by 7:30 this place started to fill in almost every table! On a Wednesday, no less. It was a calm beautiful atmosphere, quiet, beautifully decorated w perfect lighting. Perfect for date night!Kitchens are exposed which is a nice touch. It gave NYC upper East side vibes & i cannot wait to go back! The experience at Fiorintini was nothing short of spectacular. This chef doesn't miss!
Alright. This is a big review. I've wanted to come here for a long time and i finally did. I've read the mixed reviews and i have friends who dined there so they gave me their feedback. The place is nice. It's decorated lovely. I love the comfortable chairs as well. The service started off a bit slow but overall i can't complain. The waitress checked in on us and asked us if we needed anything. The only odd thing i noticed was when we ordered a bottle of sparkling water one of the girls poured it into 3 glasses and was going to put the bottle in the ice bucket but i already had a bottle of wine there so she took the sparkling bottle away. When she came by later during our entrees i asked about the sparkling water and she seemed a bit confused then she said the bottle was finished. That was kinda odd. I highly doubt we finished that bottle when only 3 small glasses were served but i didn't make a big deal about it. We ordered 3 apps and they came at the same time and within two mins of getting served our bread and olive oil with these salted crackers. Wish the olive oil was salted or seasoned oh yeah. MORE ON THAT LATER For apps we got the Bone Marrow with bacon onion crostini. Steak tartate was presented nicely and the onion puree went along well. We really enjoyed both of those apps. We had the scallop tartare and eventho the description of the dish sounded good it completely lacked salt. I needed salt, some spice or even lime juice. Unfortunately this dish felt flat. Ravioli stuffed with crabmeat was good I ordered scallops with this seafood sauce that had chopped clams and mussels. Very good. I highly enjoyed this dish but $46 for 3 scallops? I don't mind paying a premium price for premium quality but should be 4 scallops. My brother in law ordered the pappardelle with ragu. He was about 90% finished when he said the sauce is good but this dish needs salt. Big time. My sister tried it and says oh yeah needs salt. Now i'm curious. Because this has been brought up many times when i'm having a food conversation with my friends. I tried a sample of his dish and yeah. No salt. No seasoning. No flavor. It is what it is On to dessert. Strawberry composition wasn't a hit. Just okay and $16 for that? My carrot olive oil cake was good. Not overly sweet. Nice and moisty but they ruined it by adding a flavorless chocolate gelato on top. Why? It wasn't good at all. No need for gelato or at least put it on the side. I wouldn't complain if it tasted good but it didn't. Will i come here again? Yeah sure why not. I didn't love it but didn't hate it either. I wanna try the pasta next time i come. I want to leave there saying "i can't wait to come back" unfortunately i left there feeling it was just average.
This was out first time here and all the food was very fresh, service was on point, Restaurant was beautiful inside, and very clean.. Food was very good. Steak tartare simple yet delish. Only suggestion is maybe serve it with some crisps or crakers on the side. Entrees and apps are small. We also got the halibut and crab ravioli, the crab ravioli was the only thing we would not get again. The burnt pieces of garlic make the dish very dark and not light, one ravioli for the dish was served. Thank God we got the papperdelle too! All in all we enjoyed our meal, and will be back again soon!
Been waiting to try this place for a menu that gave me more options as the menu is seasonal. I finally got an opportunity to go and it was a great experience. The ambiance is great and its decorated very well with upscale vibe. The waitress was very helpful with giving us recommendations and believes in the food along with the fresh local produce they use to create the menus. The farm to table is what really intrigued me about this place to eat with freshness and quality meals. The service was great overall! For appetizer we ordered the following: -NJ poached pear salad: which was delicious and dressed well. All the texture and flavors went together so well. Definitely recommend trying this salad as I am picky salad eater and I thoroughly enjoyed it. -Honeynut Squash Agnolotti: I was curious to try this and it did taste good however it was a little on the sweeter end for me. So as long as you like sweet this is a good option as pasta is fresh. For entrees: -handmade pappardelle with seasonal mushroom sauce: the pasta was fresh which I loved and it was seasoned well. A little too much mushroom in sauce but overall enjoyed this dish. -risotto cacio de pepe: was creamy and seasoned well. For dessert, it was ginger-pecan pumpkin which was delicious fall yumminess in a bite.
If you're anywhere near Rutherford and haven't been to Fiorentini yet, you're seriously missing out. This is not your typical Italian spot, it's a seasonal, farm-to-table experience that brings elegance, comfort, and bold flavors together in one stunning, wood-wrapped space. Fiorentini is the passion project of Chef Antonio De Ieso, who brings his Southern Italian roots to New Jersey with a modern, elevated twist. The menu changes every quarter to reflect local harvests and small-farm partnerships, and the care in every dish shows. It's a single-page menu. Confident, focused, and intentional. Honestly, that's all it needs. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip. Beautiful wooden interior, open concept, warm lighting, it feels like you've stepped into a rustic Italian villa that just happens to know great design. It's the kind of place you could bring a date, your parents, or just yourself when you need to feel taken care of. Now, let's talk food. We started with the house bread and flaxseed crackers. That bread? Perfection. Golden crust, soft interior, exactly how it should be. The crackers added a unique, nutty flavor that made even the olive oil taste elevated. Next came the burrata with prosciutto and lemon sauce. The cheese was rich, the prosciutto soft and smoky, but the lemon sauce? That's what brought it all together. Bright, zesty, and honestly kind of genius. The lobster rolls felt like what would happen if a New England classic spent a summer in Manhattan. Refined, fresh, and full of flavor. For mains, the spinach gnocchi with peas and bacon was absolute comfort. Soft, delicate pillows of gnocchi that somehow still felt light. Meanwhile, the pork tortelloni was savory and rich, the kind of dish that makes you close your eyes for a second to appreciate what's happening. And finally, the farm-seared chicken breast. I know chicken doesn't usually steal the show, but this one absolutely did. Perfectly crisp skin, juicy inside, and the roasted carrots on the side were so good they nearly upstaged the whole plate. One important note -- Fiorentini is a dry restaurant. No alcohol. But honestly, the food is so thoughtfully done that you won't even notice. It gives the whole experience a grounded, intentional feel, and it keeps the focus exactly where it should be: on what's on your plate. Bottom line? Fiorentini is an absolute must if you appreciate great food, genuine hospitality, and thoughtful atmosphere. It's seasonal Italian with heart, depth, and just the right amount of flair. Book a table. Thank yourself later.
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Beautiful local restaurant that my fiancé and I tried and had a lovely experience! Our waitress was delightful and very enthusiastic about the menu and her recommendations were excellent. The food was fresh and very tasty we look forward to tasting another seasons menu read more
4 years ago
Had dinner here last night with my kids and their grandparents. The ambience inside is beautiful. The menu is farm to table, and they explain that to you when you're there, that's why it's so limited. The food we had tasted great, but the 3 stars are really for the way we were rushed out. The bill was over $500, and the minute we paid for it, we were expected to leave. I understand that space is limited, but you can't expect people to leave asap without saying goodbye to each other. This was the first time my kids had seen their grandparents, we live hours away. A few minutes after the bill was paid, there was no reason for the server to ask, "is something wrong with the table" and that we had to leave because people were waiting. Just plain rude. Also, the bread that was served with mortadella and burrata was not a focaccia. It was plain sandwich bread. Don't call it a focaccia. read more
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Exquisite food & service. Fiorentini has great ambiance and decor. Each dish we ordered was very well prepared and delicious. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. read more
4 years ago
Went here for Sunday brunch. My party seated earlier than reservation time and was quickly attended to by the server. He was very pleasant and also thorough with questions such as "any allergies" or "concerns with menu". The salmon Benedict dish was amazing. The yolk was runny to perfection. Also the avocado toast was perfectly seasoned and a great portion size (large). Worth the buck! I would definitely go again. read more
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Tonight was my first time here, the ambiance was perfect. It's a very nice place to have delicious meal with the people you care about the most. It's a really nice spot for a date night it's not to big and it's not to small. It's perfect! The staff is pretty awesome well mannered, and highly attentive. Let's get to the food the Short Ribs melt in your mouth. I have never had Short Ribs cooked this good in my entire life. My mom said she has never had anything this good and she knows how to make short ribs but she said this place got her beat by far. My mom never raves about food but she couldn't stop talking about the short ribs. I had the pork chop that was also cooked to perfection it wasn't too lean, it had just the right amount of fat on it to bring out the natural flavors of the meat. I was very impressed with the main course. I would skip dessert next time I was a little disappointed. If you get the lava cake make sure you eat the cake and ice cream together, the sweetness of the ice cream really helps the basic lava cake. Vegan carrots it's not worth getting. read more
4 years ago
Outstanding meal, excellent service, and they went out of their way to help us celebrate our anniversary. Highly highly recommend this charming, unique, and delicious restaurant. read more
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The food is delicious and fresh. Fiorentini goes out of there way to handpick food sources from local farms, you can definitely taste the difference. This restaurant is a hidden gem waiting to be recognized for the great quality of food they have to offer. read more
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We dined at newly opened farm to table Italian restaurant Fiorentini tonight for the first time. This restaurant has replaced the old Mambo Tea House Cuban restaurant. You would never recognize it. They did a sensational makeover. The restaurant is stunning. They used reclaimed wood, mirrors,and fresh moss on the walls. All of the food is sourced from local farms when possible and is excellent. I highly recommend this restaurant. We enjoyed wild red snapper with baby carrots, buttered cabbage, and prosciutto jus; pork chop with polenta, pepperonata, kumquats, citrus brown butter jus; outstanding short ribs agnolotti with crunchy mushrooms; cacio e pepe stuffed gnocchi with mussels; winter farm salad with apple compote, acorn squash, caramelized walnuts, radicchio, in a yuzu-fresno vinaigrette. read more
4 years ago
Not your typical NJ Italian Restaurant and that's not a bad thing. Although I love the former, Fiorentini takes farm to table Italian to a new level. Seasonal menu items were executed with attention to every exquisite detail. I can't wait to try their Winter menu! read more
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I came to celebrate my wedding anniversary with my husband and this was the perfect place. The food was delicious and the amount was enough. The service was excellent, our waiter was checking constantly to make sure we were ok and they brought the food to our table quickly. I love to see this kind of places in the area and will definitely come back! read more
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Valentina, Thanks so much for your 5-star review! We truly love that…
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Really great new restaurant. Love the seasonal menu. Everything was very fresh. Went for brunch with a friend and really enjoyed our meal. The ambiance is phenomenal. Really beautiful inside and out. Was a bit disappointed that we had to wait about 15 minutes after our scheduled reservation to be seated, but stuff happens. Overall a great experience. Will definitely be back for dinner and will be stalking the website to see what the other seasons bring. read more
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I have been a few times now and I can honestly say this place is as good or better than some Michelin star restaurants. The quality of the food, taste, ambience, and service are always impeccable. Love the seasonal menus and the fact that they find ingredients from local farms. read more
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Great place to dine in NJ with a NYC flare. The food was excellent and the service was great! read more
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This place gets 5 stars on all fronts. The owner / chef Antonio is a star. His food is BEYOND anything you will eat in NJ..If you are looking for the same old boring menu with fried calamari..chicken parm..alfredo etc..then this place is not for you.Antonio takes italian food to another level...His servers are on point..ours was Ronald and he knew every ingredient of every dish we ordered..Top that off with an amazing interior design and detailed..this place is a winner...Thank you for your gracious hospitality... BTW...get anything on the menu. Including the best scallops I've ever had..BATTS loves this place... read more
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Wow, Joseph!!Thank you for your five-star rating and positive…
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98 Park Ave
Rutherford, NJ 07070
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