Verana easily climbs into my top Italian restaurant choices! My meal was amazing from start to…read morefinish. Foremost, the restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere with lots of greenery and elegant lighting. Our waiter provided top tier service throughout the night. The appetizers we ordered were perfect shareable bites and so delicious. The homemade focaccia was light and crispy. Perfectly toasted! This comes at the start of your meal for all of the tables. I loved the fried calamari, burrata and prosciutto, and the pear salad. I was most intrigued with the mussel flatbread appetizer. It was topped with a light buttery sauce and garlic. Very good! The meatballs were also a standout for me. In addition to an amazing start to my meal, I loved the cocktail options. From various spritz choices to Negronis, you can tell the cocktail menu was carefully crafted. Verana is known for the best chicken parmigiana. Not only did this dish deliver, but the portion size was unreal. Some of my dining party finished it. However, I have amazing leftovers for today. You have an option to get a side of homemade pasta. I went with the spaghetti. All pasta dishes are made from scratch. Other honorable mentions include the pasta normica and bolognese. Moving on to the sweet dessert options! The cappuccino's had a nice and bold coffee flavor. The pistachio gelato and apple tart were music to my ears! So fresh and really hits any sweet tooth. The tiramisu had a nice pairing of coffee flavor and cinnamon. My first dining experience at Verana will definitely not be my last. I can't stop talking about all of the incredible dishes that my family and I tried. Thank you Verana for an incredible meal!

ive been dying to try this place and finally got the chance to give it a try…read more the ambiance is great and the service is excellent. I wish the menu were a bit more diverse but the food is very good. had the duck and it was fantastic though I wish it was served with a starch. this place is pricey overall but worth it. likely would come back again.

It may sound crazy, but I have yet to find a really good pasta spot in NJ. NYC, no problem, but I…read moredon't always want to cross the river. I think I finally found a spot where I can confidently get good pasta AND dessert. My partner and I stopped in this week, and we were immediately met with cool, industrial-style decor and a BOMB playlist. The staff was super friendly and helped a lot with specials and recommendations, as it was our first time. For drinks, we started with a Fig & Melon cocktail and their Old Fashioned. Both were great, but I think the old-fashioned wins over the Fig & Melon. It's smoky and sweet, while the F&M was citrusy and refreshing. To start, we ordered the Mozzarella Sticks Di Bar Mutz with Mutz Hot Honey & Sour Milk. Personally, I am tired of hot honey on everything, haha, so this wasn't for me. If they served it on the side first vs drizzled on top, I probably would have enjoyed it more, as the mozz sticks alone were delicious. The breading was more like a garlic bread than the traditional coating. It also comes with extra hot honey on the side. For our mains, we shared the Spicy Rig and Trottole. Again, both are really good, but the Trottole was the CLEAR winner. The short rib was rich, and the overall dish was perfect for the savory lover like me. The Spicy Rig was lighter, and the bite of pasta with basil was excellent. For dessert, we ordered the mile high espresso martini, affogato martini, which had ice cream they make in-house, and the Samoas cheesecake. Every single thing was delicious! It's a good problem to have when you're dining somewhere, and you're battling it out for who has the best dish. Can't wait to come back and bring friends!

It was really hard to get a normal time reservation at this spot. But we managed to snag a bar top…read moretable And when we got there, we realized why it was so hard.The only have like 6 real tables at the restaurant. Vibes are cool. I like the open concept kitchen and the music was definitely on point. However , the food was mostly disappointing , I would say. The mozzarella delicious. Butter cake delicious. But all three pastas that we ordered were definitely not worth the price. I was really excited for the spicy rigatoni that I got and I asked the guy how spicy it was. And he said, 2 out of 10, but when I got it, it was definitely 0 out of 10 spicy. He said too many people complained about the spice level. So they dumbed it down, but it just tasted like tomato sauce with no spice at all. Unfortunate. There were a couple of other appetizers or things on the menu I would be willing to try, but I won't be running back to this spot anytime soon. Especially since it was a good distance away from me.

Did I mention that I love lunches here? Especially on a Friday! It's the perfect way to kick off…read morethe weekend. Head in, relax, enjoy soup, salad, your entrée, a glass of wine (or a few), crusty bread, great service and friendly staff. Wine, dine, relax... then walk out, realize it's Friday afternoon, and the whole holiday weekend is still ahead of you. I brought the whole family today, plus my daughter's boyfriend. Even as the A/C struggled on this ridiculously hot day, it was still cool enough inside to sit back and enjoy lunch. I went with the Chicken Verona because I was in the mood for something fresh and tangy. The artichokes, mushrooms, and lemony sauce were perfect for soaking up with pieces of that crusty bread. Not much was left behind. Great meal, great company... and now here comes the holiday weekend!

I went to Bellissimo for dinner recently and had a nice time. It started out pretty cold and then…read morebecame stuffy and warm - the configuration of the restaurant is a bit strange, but we managed. Our food was pretty good, and the staff was attentive. They don't take reservations for parties with less than 5 people, but luckily we only waited about 5 minutes. The host and hostess tried to accommodate us, which was appreciated.

I love Il Fresco. The restaurant itself is beautiful! I love its intimacy and charm, a rare find…read morein Rockland County. The food is always delicious and extremely reasonable! The waitstaff is very accommodating! I highly recommend this gem!

i can't rave enough about this place - gorgeous and intimate atmosphere, the kindest wait staff,…read moreincredible full bar (with homemade infused vodkas let me add) but the FOOD???? forget it!!! frank the owner always makes sure we're treated like family (i recall one year him helping us squeeze in for a coveted christmas eve reservation). do yourself a favor and come here (not just once but multiple times -- the human experience is made up of at least one cozy dinner in the wine cellar AND one stunning meal in the summer on the patio). thank you il fresco for being the best!

i don't want to brag how good this place is want to keep to myself but wow this place is amazing…read more as soon as u walk in you feel welcome. waitstaff top notch. waiter Ken is awesome. so knowledgeable of the menu. food is insane nothing but the best ingredients come through in every dish. every dish i had was better then the next as u will see with my pictures meet the chef and he's so personal and so dedicated to his craft. yes your paying for the best ingredients but it's worth every penny. parking in the rear makes it easier. you have to find your way here to enjoy great food with a great atmosphere.

Solid dinner experience at Lanni's!…read more My friend and I had tickets for a local play at 8:00 PM so we made a 5:30 PM reservation at Lanni's. To my surprise, by 6:00, this place was hopping! Classic and inspired cocktail list. Very Italian-forward. We pretty much ordered our appetizers and entrees off the specials menu, because why not? The prosciutto and melon was by far the best we've ever had. The beef carpaccio was melt-in-your-mouth amazing. The bolognese was heavenly, and the lava cake was sinfully delicious. Our server was a riot. Personable, efficient, and funny. He truly elevated our experience! The decor is beautiful. I love the wallpaper. Home run!

Lunch specials are great! Food is terrific! Staff is so friendly and accommodating GG. They are…read morealways so cheerful!

The food is never disappointing‼ We go there at least once a week for lunch and a few times a month…read morefor dinner. The service is outstanding. The quality of the products they use is exquisite. I would give right this a 10 out of 10., when we go there, we feel like family and they remember your names and what you like to eat‼ I don't entertain in my house anymore. I bring them to La Fontanella and let them experience this fine establishment.‼ kudos to Anna, our favorite waitress and friends‼

Food is excellent, service is great and staff is friendly. Owner is always present and…read moreaccommodating! Italian food is CHEFS KISS! Highly recommended

Pesto Italian Bistro (Located in Park Ridge Shopping Center)…read more168F Kinderkamack Rd. Park Ridge, NJ 07656 As soon as I entered this bistro, I was impressed with the nicely decorated interior that was adorned with lots of Italian themed wall art. The servers greeted me and made me feel right at home. Throughout the meal, they were very attentive and always refilled my water glass and cleared any excess plates. The CP entree also included complimentary rice balls and a house salad (not pictured), both of which tasted phenomenal. I couldn't say I was completely on par with the main course. The mozzarella cheese did not have a golden char. The cutlet was on the chewier side and something about the breading was off. However, the homemade sauce was the best part of the dish; it was thick and flavorful. Although I can't vouch for this CP, I was satisfied with their service and the other menu items I tried. For this reason, I'll definitely explore their other entrees except for the parm. #pestoitalianbistro #chickenparmreview #njchickenparmratings #parkridgenj

What a dinner experience!!!!!! everything was just great. Excellent service, was just amazing and…read morefood was delicious. We Will definitely come back!

Never disappoints!! Comfortable small restraunt but not cramped. Love the meatballs, mussels and…read moreall their pizzas. They never rush you. The bread with butter oil mixture should be served in all Restraunts.