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    Giovannis Deli

    4.6 (336 reviews)
    ModerateDelis, Italian
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated a few days ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    #3 Chicken Cutlet- Fried chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers & balsamic
    Ben L.

    I was in the area and a friend told me the sandwiches here were really good so decided to give it a go. The deli itself is very no frills and only has 3 small tables but the sandwich I had was excellent. The food: #3 Chicken Cutlet- Fried chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, roasted red peppers & balsamic. They will ask you if you want soft or crispy bread, crispy is the way to go because the bread was great. So this is easily on of the best chicken cutlets I ever had. It was perfectly juicy, it was seasoned to perfection and it had a nice little crunchy edges. The muzz was great too, nice thick pieces of cheese, it went perfectly with the crusty bread and the perfect cutlet. The only thing I didn't love was the pepper, it was OK, it was a bit too acidic and sharp for me, it also really felt like something then grabbed out of a jar. All in all a really delicious sandwich. Next time I want to try the chicken cutlet with vodka sauce. Yum Yum https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?select=d05OmhiB6eSAOb5GrgWqzg&userid=Y_iTTjKvV5hLy-880SZzlA

    Pure Bliss!
    Paul D.

    I am so grateful that my wife googled and found this spot. Nestled in between a ton of homes was this gem. The service was excellent and the food was better! I was Not sure what to expect but pleasantly surprised when i got there. I went super simple but classic, chicken cutlet w Mozz. This thing was a great size for the price, i ate half on my way to the city & the other half at 1 am! Looking forward to going back!

    6. Chicken Parmigiana Sandwich
    Lashonda C.

    This deli is fantastic I had the best chicken parm here it's definitely on my lists for a return. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful my sandwich was huge!!! It took me 2 days to finish it and every bite was absolutely delicious!!!

    open wide for the #1 ( The Italian Classic)
    Chris A.

    Fughedaboudit! 7 Stars out of 5! One of the best Italian sandwich shops in the best state to get 'em. (or should I say "sangwich" shops..if you know ..you know) Be prepared for thick slabs of house made, fresh mozzarella if you know how to order. Gio's has been around forever. Located in the middle of a residential street with only street parking and a few tables inside. Yet the people just keep coming in. Huge selection of hot & cold sandwiches ( small, medium and huge sized), wrapped up in classic brown butcher paper. Key thing is they offer 2 types of hero bread; Classic Italian crusty and a softer Italian loaf. Ordered from them for years when I worked in N Bergen and we still drive the 11 miles when we're in the mood for something special. Other items like rice balls, sauteed Broccoli rabe, pasta or potato salads, cole slaw, etc etc. Specials at lunch. Something for everyone's taste. Just come hungry or be prepared to get at least 2-3 meals from one of their sandwiches. If sandwich shops were blessed by the Pope, they would be called St Giovanni's!

    Cindy F.

    This is one of the few amazing Deli's in the area. I've gotten delivery here a few times when I have had work meetings. The delivery arrived quickly and the sandwiches were nothing short of AMAZING. I'd definitely recommend stopping by. The sandwiches are also huge, definitely big enough to share, but they are so delicious you may just enjoy the entire the entire sandwich by yourself.

    Chicken vodka parm
    Jeff G.

    Love when you randomly come across a place like this. Given it was 200+ reviews I had a feeling this wasn't a hidden gem but it sure felt like it. It was the only business in a residential area. I saw the chicken parm on the menu and thought that was my choice but once I saw the vodka version I knew which one I'd go for. When I ordered they asked if I wanted soft or hard bread. At their suggestion I went with the hard (crunchy not hard). The bread was perfect. It absorbed the sauce but it definitely wasn't hard to eat. This sandwich was wow. The fresh mozzarella was amazing. $12 felt like a steal for a sandwich this size.

    Hot Soppressata sandwich.
    Robert S.

    Nice large sandwiches with always fresh ingredients and awesome mozzarella. A busy place but plenty of help to get you on your way.

    Rustic Italian Sandwich
    Jacob K.

    This place is absolutely as good as advertised! Super nice people, incredible sandwiches, and a line stretching to the door- but one that moves quickly. The meats are hand cut individually for your sandwich. There's so much mozzarella cheese that you can barely get the sandwich in your mouth. We had a fantastic experience. Beware, the sandwiches are really big and very tasty!

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    Cynthia L.

    Get the #3 Chicken Cutlet sandwich! This is probably the best fried chicken cutlet sandwich I ever had! The sandwich was HUGE and it came with two layers of fried chicken cutlet, roasted peppers, mozzarella, and balsamic! It was actually hard for me to take one bite! I loved how crispy the chicken cutlet was out on the side but the meat was sooo juicy inside! My two friends and I came here after brunch (yes, we had a meal and we walked straight here) and we shared the half size and it was just perfect for us.

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    The food is outstanding with a friendly atmosphere - very quick service! The chicken bacon ranch sandwich is fantastic!

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    It's about 2 -3 min off route 3 and back onto route 3 , once back on route it's literally another 2-3 min drive over the bridge to Giants stadium - it's fairly close - enjoy

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    Natoli's

    Natoli's

    4.5
    (405 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $

    Steve came in to demonstrate pizza making for our kids at school. He is absolutely adorable! The…read morekids loved it. The teachers loved it! I think it was out best 'outing' we ever had! Thank you so much for being so kind and keeping us smiling the whole time! When the moon hits your eye like a big PIZZA PIE The pizza was delicious!

    Holy shmoly, I love this place. I am not usually in this part of town, so I honestly was not sure…read morehow I would be received when I walked through the door. But the staff was incredibly welcoming right from the start, and that alone earns them five stars. You never know what to expect in a new neighborhood, but they set the tone immediately. The vibe of the restaurant is very comfortable. It is the kind of spot you walk into after a long day or a productive day and you just know you are about to eat something good. It feels like a family run place, even if it is not actually run by family. It has that warmth. You can tell it is an important part of the neighborhood. I even noticed pictures of community members on the wall, which says a lot. Now, the food. There is hot food, cold food, and plenty of items you can take home. I ordered a chicken parmesan sandwich, and let me tell you, it was the size of a skinny football. I am not exaggerating. It took me almost a day and a half to finish it. It tasted exceptional, and I actually had to stop myself from eating the whole thing in one sitting so I would not slip into a food coma. One tip, eat it while it is hot. That is when it is at its peak power. My friend agreed with me about the overall vibe and quality. If I am ever in the neighborhood again, I will gladly go out of my way just to try more of their dishes. You do not find spots like this easily. New York City has great food, but a place with this combination of warmth, quality, portion size, and charm is rare. In another city, this could easily be a reservation only spot packed every night. Here, it fits perfectly in the community. Great job to everyone there. Keep up the good work. Cheers.

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    Bareli's Restaurant & Bar

    Bareli's Restaurant & Bar

    4.3
    (223 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$$

    Bareli's in Secaucus makes a fantastic first impression. The restaurant sits on a busy route with…read moreeasy access in and out, and the parking lot is large enough to accommodate many vehicles. The interior is visually impressive: elegant table linens, comfortable leather chairs, and a dining room that looks polished and upscale. When we arrived, what appeared to be the owner was greeting guests at the entrance. Since he was welcoming everyone and dressed differently from the rest of the staff, we assumed he was the owner. It was a great touch and immediately raised our expectations. Unfortunately, the experience did not fully match that first impression. We started with drinks: a glass of wine for me and an Old Fashioned for my wife. As happens too often in restaurants, the stronger drink was automatically assumed to be mine, and the drinks were delivered incorrectly. It's a small detail, but one that reflects attention--or lack of it. Bread arrived quickly, followed soon after by the food. I ordered the gnocchi with meat sauce. The dish was acceptable, but nothing extraordinary. My wife ordered the house seafood salad, which was very good--fresh, flavorful, and easily the best dish we had that night. Our waiter spoke limited English. Once he realized we also spoke his language, the service became noticeably more relaxed and somewhat overly familiar. He immediately tried to guide us toward the most expensive items on the menu. When I declined coffee after dinner, he responded by saying something along the lines of: "Well, that's your choice, but the coffee here is very good," which felt unnecessary. We also had a small issue with the Old Fashioned garnish. The orange peel looked unusual, so we asked for the drink to be replaced. The waiter did replace it, though he first tried to explain that what we thought were worms were simply marks on the fruit peel. For dessert we ordered the tiramisu, which the waiter promoted heavily as the best dessert to try. Unfortunately, it didn't deliver. Instead of the classic layered presentation, it arrived more like a cup full of cream with a few pieces of soaked bread and very little coffee flavor. The issue was not just the dessert itself, but the expectations created when it was described. Bareli's is a beautiful restaurant with a great location and atmosphere, but the service details and execution didn't quite match the level suggested by the setting.

    This should have been a 5 star review and I wish it was. Next time, I'll be updating to a 5, I'm…read moresure of it. We walked in to a beautifully decorated waiting area and were seating quickly. You could hear the live music playing and it was perfect. Our waiter Nathan R., was welcoming and attentive. The dirty martini was made perfectly and the hand stuffed blue cheese olives were a nice touch over the pre stuffed jar ones. To start we ordered the Burrata Salad. It was delicious. All the ingredients worked well together. For the second course we were floating between the Black Spaghetti and the Lobster Ravioli Special. We wound up going with the special and it was the move. The black inked ravioli, had chunks of lobster inside and hit nicely with the "angry sauce" on top. That bread helped clean that plate up nice. For the mains: 20oz Bone In NY Strip with sautéed spinach. Perfectly cooked to my liking and I loved that it was pre sliced for me. Spinach was lightly oiled and a perfect amount of garlic. Salmon Special - Pumpkin seed crusted with butternut squash. The plate was beautifully decorated and looked fantastic, but as soon as we cut into the salmon it was raw. It was a huge piece of salmon. So I'm sure that's what happened. Picture shown is the under cooked one that was taken back. I did not get a picture of the next. The manager saw immediately as my wife cut into it and we didn't have to say anything. He took the plate back and began making another. The dish came out and it was definitely well done this time. The piece of salmon was a lot smaller than the first. I'm sure it was to cut the cooking time down and get it out asap. The meal was fantastic. Just wish we were able to eat together. It happens. For dessert: Espresso Martini - Perfect. No baileys, 3 beans. Pistachio gelato - fantastic Zeppole - There were 3 different sauces for each one. It was amazing. Our waiter Nathan and the manager were extremely apologetic. They even came out with a complimentary limoncello spirit as we were settling up. I can't wait to dine here again to give Bareli's the 5 star it deserves.

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    Lovely ambiance!
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    Beneci's D'Italia Cucina

    Beneci's D'Italia Cucina

    4.3
    (67 reviews)
    3.1 mi

    We went for breakfast today and it was on point! We had an omelet and scrambled eggs. Everything…read morewas prepared to our liking. Service was also excellent and pricing reasonable! I would go back!

    Not run by Sheraton -- and it shows. Stayed here for a week…read moreon business, and had breakfast at this restaurant most mornings. It's not horrible, but there are definitely some areas that need attention -- especially when it comes to hospitality and cleanliness. Staff is hit or miss. Some are friendly and helpful, others seem like they'd rather be anywhere else, especially during the morning shift. The "seat only complete parties" policy is strange -- particularly when the place is nearly empty. Not exactly the kind of flexibility you expect from a hotel restaurant. Food is fine, but overpriced (as expected in a hotel). Nothing to write home about. Definitely skip the pasta -- especially considering some of the best Italian food in the country is just across the river. My biggest issue was with cleanliness. The salt and pepper shakers on every table were grimy and gross -- the kind of thing you don't want to touch, let alone eat near. If you're going to use communal shakers, they need to be cleaned regularly. It's a basic thing, and it makes you wonder what else is being overlooked in the back of house. Bottom line: I wouldn't choose to come here unless I had to. If it weren't for the convenience during a work trip, this would've been a one-and-done visit.

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    Asked the server to "surprise me" and I was surprised. I didn't tell him I don't like pizza, but this, I could do and did eat.
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    Trattoria La Sorrentina

    Trattoria La Sorrentina

    4.3
    (715 reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$

    Love this place. Never fails to please us. Great…read moreheartwarming dishes. The gnocchi sorrentina, the octopus carpaccio. I can go on an on with their menu. The only Italian for me and my wife. We have been going there alone and every time we have guest. They also live it. It does feel like home.

    I'm going to say something controversial yet brave. I really think this place is…read moreoverrated....SORRY! I know this is an absolute staple in the area and it has its own regulars and cult following. However, if I wanted to go out for Italian food, I would not pick this place. In fact, every time I go here, it's always because of someone else's suggestion. There are some things on here that are fine - the pizza, for example, is sufficient. Their salads are also decent - usually large and fresh. But I've had some of their other hot foods and have been majorly disappointed. The calamari - from a bag, greasy. The grilled chicken panini - no flavor at all. I asked for balsamic vinegar and they had none, which is wild for an Italian restaurant. Even the wine tasted stale the last time I went here. I will give props to the waiters who are always very accommodating and pleasant. The vibe here is nothing fancy - more like a step up from a pizzeria, great to go after a movie or another activity. Like I said, this just wouldn't be my first choice for Italian food because there are much better places in the area, IMO.

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    La Reggia Restaurant & Banquets

    La Reggia Restaurant & Banquets

    3.8
    (101 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$

    Whomever picked the music for the lounge needs a raise. - Martin, everley brothers, Sinatra,…read moreFrankie Vallie, 60's slow Motown, Tony Bennet Tom Jones, And my wife's / Mrs. yelp's favorite- Elvis. With the occasional 70's tune. Stayed here the night before the Jets game (don't Judge) a birthday gift from Mrs Yelp. We pulled into the hotel at 3 (very clean rooms BTW) went down to the bar @4 for a decompression drink after 7hrs on the road and stayed for dinner. The whole ambiance/lighting/food screams old Little Italy., and sorta like old Rat pack Vegas. The service was excellent. Thank you Aggie. The whole experience was immensely enjoyable. I guess should mention the food. My wife's pork chop was excellent.. I should know I had some. I had fettuccine Alfredo- also very good, very creamy. Menu is "Italian" Italian not American Italian. Pasta offerings to bridge the gap between the two. Recommend

    My family and I were able to snag in a last minute reservation here the week before Easter for…read moretheir Easter Sunday Brunch. I am actually shocked this place was not fully booked because the food here was fantastic for a buffet styled brunch that came at a great price! They had a huge selection of food and I thought the penne alla vodka was one of the best I have had in a very long time. My dad went nuts over the clams because they actually had clams inside them and not just all breading. You did need to pay for your cocktails but I feel like that made the service here even better because at other brunch spots with unlimited mimosa bars they tend to try and dodge tables when all you are looking for is another drink- I personally rather pay for it then constantly trying to waive someone down. They also had two rooms, a bigger and smaller room which is great for people who want to have graduation, a sweet 16 or even a wedding or birthday here.

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    La Reggia Restaurant & Banquets
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