Jimmy&#x27;s Cucina

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Delicious Italian food! I ordered the chicken parm with penne pasta. I loved having the choice of the pasta. The service was quick and there was plenty of food to choose from on the menu. My meal came with a side salad too! I definitely would recommend this spot while in the area. LOVED IT!!! read more

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Not helpful. Always late. Tried to tell me a 14 inch sub was 7 inches multiple times. Kids running the front that have no idea what they are doing on multiple visits. Pizza is sub par for New Jersey. read more

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Alyssa H.

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We had Jimmys Cucina cater my daughter's bridal shower this past weekend and couldn't be more happy . From start to finish Jimmy's is excellent to work with . Food was delivered on time and everything was absolutely delicious . We were more than satisfied with service and quality . Thank you again for making our daughter's special day even more special . Would highly recommend . read more

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Jeremy B.

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Whether it was weekends at home with my family and friends, getting lunch with money that my dad gave me when we had half-days at school, or now being an adult and grabbing a few slices on the way home from work, I've always been able to rely on Jimmy's as my go-to pizza spot. The quality has never gone down, I've never met a rude employee, and their house ranch still kicks ass. Seriously, I've conspired multiple ways to steal their recipe but I've never followed through....yet. Their pizza is great, their subs are great, their wings are great, their salads, entrees, and everything else is just great. There are so many pizza places around here that are all fighting for the same dollar but Jimmy's will take mine any day. The restaurant is never too busy and it's always clean. If you go during any local sports game, it'll be on the TV. I can't say enough about them! read more

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Joseph H.

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Jimmy's Cucina catered our son's post-wedding brunch for 100 people at our home in Manasquan. Everyone was so psyched when they heard the food was coming from Jimmy's! Jim helped us put a menu together to include such favorites as buffalo chicken and cheese steak eggrolls - so good, their famous chicken tenders with honey dijon dipping sauce, pork roll egg and cheese sliders, chicken caesar wraps and more. He also recommended Sandra Merchant for a full coffee and tea service which was phenomenal. I would absolutely use them again, thank you Jim for all your help and for your follow-up as well. Everything was a huge hit!! Chris and Bob Haley read more

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Ray S.

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The best food in the area!! Try Mac & Cheese pizza its great!! Always fast delivery and the freshest food read more

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Robert C.

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So out here in Brielle, Jimmy's Cucina is doing their thing! Great food service and ambiance! I just got the two Hawaiian slices but they were enough to fill the breakfast-lunch void till it's dinner time. I'll be back! read more

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Jessica S.

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There is a parking lot. At this point, spots are numbered for people picking up. There is a dining room as well as tables near the counter. Ordering and paying are done at the counter and food is delivered to the table. We had 3 meals which were served with salad and warm bread. We also had a calzone and pizza. Although the fountain soda is Pepsi products, there is a cooler with Coke products. Everything was delicious. The people were very friendly. read more

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Pablo C.

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Pathetic is the kindest word I can come up with for Jimmy's pizza. They use a conveyor oven! Yikes! Who does that. Overcooked and tasteless describes their pizza. Honestly you are better off with frozen. What are those bumps on the bottom? read more

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Stephen C.

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Always great food! Best subs around! Pizza with the perfect crust! You definitely get what you pay for! read more

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Jimmy's Cucina is abiding by all the State's required COVID-19 rules. I ordered a pizza from them a few days ago. I called and said I would pick it up at a certain time. They assigned me a parking spot and at the designated time, I called to confirm I was there at the parking spot. Smooth sailing, they gave me the pie and I was off. The staff who is handing out the food should have a "bank" on their person, so as to give change. Obviously this would not apply to a credit card transaction. BTW, the pie was excellent. read more

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Matt M.

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Jimmy's is a great spot for slices, subs, and all your pizzeria essential items! The proof is in the pudding with this spot and come any given Friday night, this place is always absolutely slammed. Me and my girlfriend came and just grabbed a couple slices. Their chicken bacon ranch slice is one of my favorite pizzeria specialty slices in existence. My girlfriend had a chicken parm slice and both were fantastic. The staff is always super friendly and the food speaks for itself. Keep up the great work guys! read more

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Bernard C.

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We recently moved our real estate office to Brielle. Looking for a lunch place we found Jimmy's. It soon became a favorite. Food is consistently good regardless of what you get. Highly recommend! read more

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Ben J.

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Jimmy's Cucina catered my birthday party in Asbury Park, based on a recommendation from a party planner that I hired. I was very pleased with how it all worked out. Jimmy personally helped plan out the right mix of trays from his catering menu for the party size and mix of dietary needs/preferences of my guests. His staff professionally delivered all of the trays on time and as planned. The food was all delicious. My favorites were the chicken Piccata and crab cakes. Great job! read more

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Thomas R.

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Stopped here for a quick couple slices and a smal! Bottle of coke ..... 10 bucks!!!!! Pizza was fine but certainly not worth the amount charged...... Will pass it by the next time..... read more

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Pearce C.

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The pizza is average. Chicken tenders were thin and overly seasoned. French fries were average. 2.5 stars at best. read more

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Ash K.

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Food here is very good. I wish we lived closer so this could be our goto place. My wife has a very simple palette when it comes to italian food but she trusts this place enough that she will branch out and "experiment" with menu items she wouldn't otherwise try. read more

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Barbara M.

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Not happy. Have been getting delivery from them for years. And have ordered sooo many times. I called bc I was so disappointed with an Italian sub that had barely any Italian cold cuts on it (it tasted more like a ham sandwich), and the two ends had barely anything on them. I called and spoke to a woman who put me on hold & never came back to the phone. Unprofessional. Didn't want to diss them online so I tried emailing them and was totally ignored. Also, unprofessional. It's a crappy way to treat a loyal customer. And while I am complaining - Joe Leone's bread is too thick. Too much dough. It takes away from the sandwich. I have been taking the top of the sub completely off to be able to taste the meats, etc. Not coming back. read more

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John S.

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Once you get through the contact process, Garden SaladPizza Boxfood is delivered to your car contactless. Food is good at a for price. read more

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Ted D.

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Stopped in with the family and a few friends, seven in total. Had never been here before but the food was good and served hot with a hot plate. The entire family liked the food and that is no small accomplishment. The tables were clean in a simple setting. read more

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Brendan B.

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I've never had anything but their pizza which I'll only go there when other places I frequent in the area are closed. Pizza is mediocre at best to be honest. The crust is the best part, sauce doesn't have the best taste. People who say their pizza is amazing and the best around must not be well cultured In the pizza world because it just does not hold up to other places in the area. I've tried a few different kinds of pizza from here and they are all just "okay". Never had anything else so i can't really speak on that but they did have good service and seem to get food out in a timely manner. read more

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Allie I.

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Visited the Jinny's located in Point Pleasant on Broadway. Had the Capri pizza which was a thin crust topped with mozzarella, fresh basil, tomatoes, and their homemade balsamic dressing. It was out of this world! All of their large pies are $20, but it was well worth it. I also had their garlic knots which were fresh with a crunchy crust and soft center. The caesar salad was huge - their croutons are more like bruschetta crackers. Although on the pricey side, all of the food at Jimmy's that I tried was excellent. read more

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Brian S.

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First Sicilian slice a few weeks ago pretty good but three slices of Sicilian yesterday absolutely horrible, with its thick dried out bread crust, goopy over abundance of cheese and a total lack of tomato sauce this was perhaps the worst Sicilian pie we have ever tasted. Bottom line here is inconsistency, running anywhere from not bad to horrible. Based on this experience we would not go back here again. I'm being kind with a two star rating here. read more

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Onlyes O.

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Bad air conditioning for 90 degree heat .... but food is always amazing. I walk here every other day.... best in the area read more

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Jack M.

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7 years ago

Just had a pizza delivered to us on the beach side of our house it was great! It was also nice to get delivery on the sand. My wife and I had a good lunch! read more

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Amanda F.

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Favorite lunch spot, my go to is the antipasto salad and you cannot go wrong with their pizza.

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Francis M.

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My doorbell rang with Delivery from Jimmy's. I assumed one of the other people in my home placed the order. Asked around and found out no one ordered from there. Called Jimmy's to tell them so the customer that ordered wouldn't be waiting for their food. The guy laughed and then told me he would come back to pick it up.......THERE IS A GLOBAL PANDEMIC GOING ON NOW AND YOU ARE PICKING UP FOOD FROM A STRANGER TO GIVE TO ONE OF YOUR CUSTOMERS......GOD ONLY KNOWS WHAT I DID TO THAT PIZZA. read more

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jon l.

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Got take out Meatball parm was good but pasta fagoli was bad and we threw it away... Disappointing since usually the food is always good read more

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Victoria G.

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I am not sure if they underwent new ownership within the last few months but we used to LOVE Jimmy's Cucina and recently our pizza is undercooked, as thin as a slice of paper you basically are just attempting to get globs of cheese in your mouth, and when delivered all the cheese gets shifted to one half of the pizza leaving the other half cheese less. I was hoping this was a fluke but it has been several times now. read more

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Rich R.

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Jim Miller and the staff at Jimmy's Cucina are as awesome as their food. Great pizza, pasta and subs. Top notch margarita pie and we really like the mozzarella sticks. Service couldn't be better.........Gotta go get the door, it's a delivery from Jimmy's, yum! read more

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Jon N.

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Best pizza I've ever had! Chicken bacon ranch pizza and Capri pizza are my 2 favorite items. Great wings and cheese steaks as well!

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Jason F.

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Great Italian place, great pizza and very well organized! Online ordering is easy and phone orders too! We mostly do take out. I have been here many times and will continue being a loyal customer. read more

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Holly R.

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Very good sub, tried the veggie parmigiana and it was filled with lots of veggies and cheese. Our delivery took a little longer than expected because of confusion over the address but it was worth the wait. I would recommend! read more

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Robert C.

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What more can one ask for from an eatery in addition to delicious fresh food, attentive staff, and cleanliness? I'm a native of a primarily Italian-American neighborhood in north Jersey, and I know good pizza. Upon moving to the shore, my wife and I tried pizza in numerous establishments in the vicinity, and by far Jimmy's is the best! By the way, his Caesar salad is classic, authentic. I find it at least on par with what I've had at upscale restaurants. read more

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Daniel S.

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Awesome pizza, great delivery service and really nice people, I order here daily, 10/10 recommend.

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Ronald L.

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We've lived in Manasquan for 8 months and Jimmy's has become our "go-to" place when we are too busy to cook. Every time we order we get the spinach salad as the balsamic salad dressing is fantastic. From time to time we buy extra to have at home when we make salad; it is that good. We also like the chicken francese and the eggplant parmigiana. The sautéed broccoli and broccoli rabe are very good as well. Their delivery time is typically quicker than their estimate. read more

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Rachael K.

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I am a temporary employee so I hope my review doesn't seem too biased. Lost my job due to pandemic. Jimmys hired me and welcomed me with open arms. The manager is super kind, and said I am welcomed to stay employed there for as long as I needed. From the first day, I felt like part of their family and never once did I feel like "the new girl" and never felt uncomfortable. The owner (jimmy) approached me, and introduced himself and remembered my name each time, which is super professional. I have a lot of restaurant experience in the past, but Jimmys seems to have the best and most organized takeout / no contact system. Customers can call or text from the parking lot and an employee brings the food outside which is brief and efficient. Above all the food is soooo amazing. Everything is made from scratch from the fries, salad dressing, roasted peppers etc... Overall a really good value and you won't be disappointed with anything that is ordered. They offer a wide variety on the menu. It is truly a top quality place, organized, clean and delicious food! I had no expectations prior and I have been impressed with this place and I will continue to come here even after my employment has ended. I want everyone there to know that I am truly grateful for the opportunity that they have given me and I appreciate them taking time training me and showing me the functions of the restaurant. They do a really good job! read more

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Max L.

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Favorite pizza place on the jersey shore. Great food all around and amazing staff and customer service.

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301 Union Ave
Brielle, NJ 08730
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(732) 528-5566
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Hours

What time does Jimmy's Cucina open?

Jimmy's Cucina opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Jimmy's Cucina close?

Jimmy's Cucina closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Jimmy's Cucina closes at 9:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 10:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Jimmy's Cucina take credit cards?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Jimmy's Cucina have catering options?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina does have catering options.

Does Jimmy's Cucina serve alcohol?

No, Jimmy's Cucina does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Jimmy's Cucina have TVs?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Jimmy's Cucina have bike parking?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina has bike parking.

Does Jimmy's Cucina have outdoor seating?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina has outdoor seating options.

Does Jimmy's Cucina have parking?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Does Jimmy's Cucina have free WiFi?

Yes, Jimmy's Cucina has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Welcome to Jimmy's Cucina in Brielle, NJ, the Miller Family's from Manasquan's latest Jersey Shore Restaurant venture. Offering the standard fare that most local pizza and Italian restaurants serves, but with a delightful twist. The highest quality food, all made to order and served fresh in a family atmosphere at reasonable prices. And we'll deliver it to your home or business for FREE! The Miller family has been serving delicious food for over 45 years all over the Jersey Shore. Everything is made fresh from scratch. All the soups, sauces and even the salad dressings are homemade. When was the last time you had a real homemade meatball at a local restaurant! It's practically unheard of! Order a chicken parm sandwich and the chefs take a fresh (never frozen) chicken breast, then bread it and fry it to order. Old school and the taste proves it. Every pizza is topped with the freshest toppings and premium Grande mozzarella cheese. Our subs are made with Boars Head meats and cheeses and

History

Established in 2011.

Opened in November 2011 and getting great reviews.

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What an experience! Spano's is exactly what you'd want an Italian restaurant to be. The food is…read moreamazing. The customer service is exceptional. The ambiance is perfection. The night started with Joe Spano, the owner, stopping at our table to bring several little dishes before we even had a chance to look at the menu. The meatballs (made with actually no meat but rather eggplant) were pure sorcery...like so good there aren't words. He noticed our wine bottle (it's BYOB so come prepared!), and by pure coincidence, it was his favorite bottle. Joe asked to show another costumer because they had been discussing wines earlier, and he wanted to make sure they got to see the label. If that wasn't personal enough, the walls are adorned with black and white framed photographs of family from back in the day to the present. The environment is clean, well-maintained, and cozy. Every bite we had was exceptional and the portions were huge! We left contently full but with plenty of leftovers. I'm quite sure every meal will exceed the expectations of even the pickiest of eaters. Our server, Brian (or Bryan) was new but attentive and informative. He spent time talking with his tables and being personable while also making sure everyone was taking care of. Overall, I highly recommend experiencing a meal at Spano's at least once....but after your first bite, you'll likely be making your next reservation before you leave (like we saw many people do)!

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3.4(143 reviews)

0.1 mi

Last night there were three of us that went in for a meal and were seated on a Monday night within…read moreseconds. We started our meal with Fried Calamari that was a potion that the three of us could not finish. The calamari was fried just enough and on the side was enough tomato sauce for all that we were given. This was middle of the road with no spice intended. For my meal I had seafood risotto that was fantastic. It came w small pieces of lobster, clams, shrimp and I believe scallops. This came in a nice amount of risotto and a sauce that was the best. There was plenty of fish to pair with risotto. Nobody could claim they skimped on the fish as there was plenty. A second meal was off the daily specials. This was cubed eggplant and pasta. The pasta was rigatoni in a very nice tomato sauce. And again this was another great tasing meal. The final meal was eggplant parm that came with spaghetti. The eggplant and cheese balance was really good and my wife loved the dish. Overall everyone loved their meals and all of us took home enough for another lunch or dinner. This is not our first time here and plan on returning again. They offer a dinner section, seating at the bar and some high top tables to fit your liking. Waitress service was top shelf and revisited the table on a frequent basis. If you want great meals at a fair price this is a place for you to at least try. Our bill plus soda and ice tea was barely $100. My only callout is the noise in the room is a bit loud. There is little draping to deaden the sound and if you are looking for a quiet meal this might not be your place. Especially Friday through Sunday.

The bar staff were extremely friendly and very attentive. We ordered serval appetizers and…read morecocktails. The Cosmos were Fantastic! We enjoyed the artichokes and calamari the most. The soup y shrimp and meatballs were good, it we enjoyed the other apps more! The French Dip sandwich might be the BEST French Dip I've ever had. I highly recommend it!

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Graziano’s Italian Restaurant

3.8(138 reviews)

2.8 mi

descent italian food served i a very friendly casual atmosphere...definitely a go to place. in fact…read morethey make really good meatballs

I love their pasta night specials. The best deal in town for high quality Italian food. The pizza…read moreand meatballs are excellent as well. This place has been around for 60 years and while the decor has changed the quality of the food and the friendly service has remained. One of my favorites.

A view inside from the restaurant

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La Vela Beach Cafe

3.9(10 reviews)

2.1 mi

Joel. Thank you for a great response. I do apologize that this review may reflect on your…read morerestaurant even though you may not have been a part of that regime. We will try your place again solely based on a humble response and the ability to view criticism in a healthy manner, hats off to you. I am a nobody in a world of nobodies, but if the desire and approach are there, the food was already good, we will come back. With high expectations. Good luck with it all. It's been a minute since we've been there, hopefully we will see you again this summer.

The owner was lovely…read more The ambiance is amazing. You can't beat the gorgeous view. However we are staying in a suite and decided to order it to go so we could dine privately on our ocean side balcony. The salmon dish was perfect if you want something light but flavorful. The salmon was melt in your mouth fresh. The appetizer was delicious. The clams and linguine was my favorite. The sauce was incredible and the noodles reminded of the ones my nana would make. If you are staying at the hotel you need to make sure to stop in! The food was the highlight of our afternoon. Update: the deserts were mind blowing! Not one of us can decide which desert was the best. They were all phenomenal! My kid and husband never like cheesecake and they devoured it. Best cannolis and tiramisu I have ever had! The desert is ten stars! Everyone SAVE ROOM FOR DESERT!! We will be talking about the deserts for years to come. Breakfast: Another amazing meal. The owner has perfected this entire menu. The eggs Benedict hollandaise sauce is light and creamy. The eggs were cooked perfectly. The crepes were so good my kid inhaled them before I could try a second bite.

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Antonio's Trattoria

3.6(240 reviews)

1.0 mi

One of our favorites. Delicious. Excellent service. Wonderful to work with when I had a small…read moredinner party celebration, and just ad good for weekend or weeknight dinners. Will always go back!

Ordered a large plain for take out last night for dinner. Service staff was really friendly and the…read moreambiance was really nice. Crust was tasty and cooked really nice, good char. So why 3 stars? It was so salty I couldn't finish the second slice. Others in my party agreed, I ended up throwing it out. I think it was the cheese, although there was lots of it. maybe a cheap brand?