This is one of my favorite places! The restaurant is very…read morewell decorated and has a real classy Italian modern vibe (with an incredible outdoor area in the summer). Staff is very professional and friendly, always making sure everyone is having a good time. Honestly, all the food is great here but some of my favorites are definitely the carpaccio and calamari appetizer (the calamari is the BEST I ever had, hands down) and their coffee panacota for dessert is also out of this world, just amazing! If you are a bread lover just know they make their own bread in house. 5 stars always!

I went here for lunch today with my husband and brother-in-law. The ambiance outside was very nice…read more It reminded me of the islands. The food, however, is another story. For appetizers, we got zucchini chips, fried calamari and mussels. The calamari was fried too hard and it had a very salty, spicy Chilean type sauce over it. The zucchini chips were thinly sliced, lightly battered with Parmesan cheese sprinkled over them. They were decent but nothing to write home about. In fact, after having about six or seven of the zucchini chips I began to experience heartburn from the grease. For entrees, my husband had the chicken parm. He said it was too thick and should have been flattened more before frying. It was also very breaded. My brother-in-law ordered the chicken and waffles and he said the chicken tasted day old so after having a bite of one piece of the chicken he pushed the chicken aside and called it a day. I called the waiter over and informed him about the chicken tasting day old. He didn't try to change it out or take it off the bill or get a manager. He just apologized by saying I'm sorry. My crab Mac and Cheese was decent. It wasn't seasoned the way I would have liked but the huge, plentiful chunks of crab made up for that. I ate a third of my dish and packed the rest for home where I will doctor it up to my taste. I've never been to this particular restaurant before. The only reason we came today is because my brother-in-law was here on business and staying at a hotel in the area.

Delicious pizza from the wood fire oven. Friendly service from everyone who works here. The space…read moreis cozy and inviting, making it great for a large gathering or smaller group.

Upon arriving to Rahway, my coworker and I were starving. We didn't have lunch due to our long…read moreflight, so I was very excited about this Italian place. And surprisingly, this happened to be a very well known restaurant as our other coworkers knew about it! It's located across of CubaNu Restaurant & Lounge on the corner of Lewis St and Main St in downtown Rahway. There's paid street parking and parking garages around the area. My coworker and I shared their Calamari Al Forno, tossed with Italian sausage, hot cherry pepper, and balsamic glaze. And wow. Who would have thought balsamic glaze with calamari would be sooooo good! I'll definitely be ordering that combination again. The mix with the Italian sausage and cherry peppers added a nice kick to the dish. Both of us could not stop eating it even though we wanted to save room for our pastas. Our meal was off to a great start! I ordered their Linguini de Mar which was supposed to have four seafoods: shrimp, calamari, mussels, and clams. Unfortunately, mine was missing the calamari. However, the pasta was incredibly flavorful and the seafood was cooked perfectly - not overdone or underdone at all. YUM! My coworker got their Cheese Ravioli with the Bolognese sauce (unsure if it was extra as I didn't see the check). She loved her pasta as well! She's usually a light eater, but she devoured half the calamari appetizer and all of her pasta, which speaks volumes about how much she enjoyed the meal. I felt that the one downside was the unusual amount of water I drank (maybe ten cups?). This was my own personal indicator that there was definitely some sort of flavor enhancer which wasn't a negative thing. I'm not certain, but the food was very good, so kudos to them if that's the case. Overall, definitely a hidden gem! We unfortunately didn't try their pizzas/pies but this will definitely be on my list again the next time I visit. Or I may opt in for another round of calamari al forno and pasta again, haha!

Food and service were excellent. The only problem was that there was a private party that was very…read moreloud which made conversation difficult.

Went for a party and service was terrible. Pasta was mushy and certainly not up to par. Soft…read moredrinks had no fizz, cake was left on table and never cut. BTW, the hostess paid for the cake to be cut and served. Very disappointed and not returning,

We've been trying to find authentic Italian in the area and still have had no luck. When we walked…read morein and they were speaking in Italian, we thought that this would finally be the right place. Unfortunately, it was far from it. (And before anyone judges, yes I am Italian and lived for a very long time in Italy...) The carbonara was not even close to authentic carbonara. True Italian carbonara is egg yolks, Parmesan, pepper and guanciale... NO cream. It was definitely disappointing for us, so we will continue on our hunt for true Italian cuisine that hasn't been modified / Americanized. Although the food didn't live up to our expectations, the service was great and it was lovely being able to speak in Italian with others.. but again, I wish the actually food was kept to the original recipes.

Their lasagna is amazing! Honestly, the best I've ever had. It's a big portion so you have plenty…read moreof leftovers. I've only ever done take out. The restaurant has a parking lot which is super helpful because the area is very busy.

This spot serves all of your Italian food classics! I came here for lunch during the week and the…read moreplace was packed! There's plenty of seating in the back room section for large parties. The waiter is very knowledgeable about all of the daily specials and has so many stories about the history of the restaurant. The owner also came out to personally ask us about our meal. Food: - fried calamari- crispy and well seasoned - roasted whole artichoke - fun appetizer to split with a large group. Could have less breading - rigatoni bolognese- huge portion, perfectly al dente pasta with a heavy ladle of bolognese. One of my favorite bolognese!

Awesome experience from beginning to end! Our first visit here, meeting our family from Staten…read moreIsland in a convenient spot for all,of us. From being greeted by Rich, the Maitre D / bartender, meeting the owner and our great waiter Tony (formerly of Spirito's) it was an enjoyable experience for all. The food was excellent (don't miss the Calamari Cino and the fresh Burrata special), service outstanding and the prices fair for the great meal. We will definitely be back soon to meet other friends from the area when coming down from Bergen county. Was definitely worth the short 35 minute trip! Thanks for a great night of food and hospitality!

Came here for a quick bite and drink after a funeral. This is about to sound crazy but, this is now…read moreout designated "after the cemetery" spot. Very cute little bar, great owner and even better food. We were trying to decide on what to order until we seen the "one bite" pizza review sign on the table. Being HUGE Dave Portney fans, we absolutely knew we had to try it. Well, Dave did not disappoint us. The pizza was delicious and absolutely deserved the score given. I LOVE that they offered slices instead of just pies. We also got their wings and egg rolls which were both packed with flavor and left us thinking about them for days. Their menu was amazing! The amount of options they offered had us trying to decide what to get. We'll definitely be back.

Excellent pizza!! Nice staff, family feel. We went there after work and had great food.read more

We have been Cranford residents and pizza lovers for many years and O Sole Mio is our new favorite…read morepizza spot. - The margherita pizza was delicious. - The O Sole Mio pizza, which I enjoyed today was even better... great crisp crust, delicious ingredients. Easy to pick up with your hands. - Before this, we ordered a bunch of pizzas as takeout, and all of them were impressive. - The eggplant rollatini appetizer was good, and the calamari appetizer was well fried. - The staff is friendly and attentive, and the ambiance is perfect for a pizzeria; warm and casual. After getting takeout a bunch of times and now having gone in person three times, it's now our go to.

O Sole Mio is a gem in Cranford! They make excellent Italian food at very reasonable prices!…read more That's why this place has so many regulars. The owner is so gracious and hospitable. It's nothing fancy inside, but if you love Italian food you will love this place. They make one of best baked ziti's I ever had! If you love baked ziti you have to order it here! The pasta pescatori is another excellent dish here to try as well. The food doesn't come out fast so be prepared to wait, and their servers don't speak English well so that can be a bit frustrating. It definitely doesn't stop me from coming back to this gem. I highly recommend O Sole Mio in Cranford!

Girls' night after work led us to Doughboy Johnny's, and as a first-timer walking in, I genuinely…read morehad no idea what to expect. Spoiler: I left very happy (and with leftovers). Let's start with the only real challenge of the night: parking. Between regular White Plains parking adventures and the winter snow situation, it took a little patience. But once we got inside, the night immediately got better. The vibe is college-bar casual, but without the trashiness that sometimes comes with that territory. It's lively but still comfortable enough to actually enjoy a conversation. One thing I loved right away, there are games by the front entrance that you can grab and bring to your table. Drinks + games = instant girls' night upgrade. We were seated in the center near the kitchen, which actually gave us a great view of the whole place. Our drinks were really good, though if the bartender's hand had slipped just a tiny bit more on the pour, I wouldn't have complained. Still solid, still enjoyable. Now the food. Holy moly. Everything we ordered was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. And the portions? I'm not sure if they thought we were feeding an entire soccer team, but honestly... I support the ambition. I don't think I've ever seen mozzarella sticks that size before. I love leftovers and this place clearly believes in sending you home with some. Another thing I appreciated was seeing a whole section of vegan options on the menu. I didn't try them this time, but I love when a restaurant makes it easy for different diets to find something without turning ordering into a complicated group project. Between the fun atmosphere, great food, and generous portions, this was a great first experience. Next time I come back, I'll just plan ahead for parking... and maybe bring an even bigger appetite.

Hubby and I took the fam here this past weekend and everything was just as good as before. Our…read moredaughter ordered the Vegan burger with stuffed mushrooms and our son the flatbread pepperoni pizza (happy hour special). The stuffed mushrooms were ok, the breading was flavorful and they give you a good amount. Our waiter was really patient while we figured out our order and replaced an unwanted drink without hesitation.

We host a weekly Staff Meeting. Ordering trays and pizza from here could not be easier. The food…read moreis always ready when we request it. They have a huge menu with lots of choices. The bread is hot and fresh. No complaints from us.

Ordered for the first time for a pick up. I ordered a meatball sub and fried ravioli …read more The sauce wasn't the greatest and the meatballs were bland. The fried ravioli were edible but nothing special

Excellant food; superb service adn great atmosphere. A little pricey but worth every penny. I will…read moredefinetly go back again. The variety on the menu us awesome. Highly recommend it!

I have attended two lunches here - both with large parties. The food and service were very good…read more I ordered the Chicken Scarpaniello and was very pleased. The sausage and chicken were a great pairing and it was sufficient size. I would definitely come here again!