I was craving Italian food and Ciao Bella came up as a highly rated spot in the area. There's a lot…read morein the back and I'm not sure if you're supposed to use the back entrance, but I did and I ended up walking through the kitchen which put a smile on my face. I felt a little like Ray Liotta in "Goodfellas". The service was excellent and our waiter rattled off an extensive list of daily specials and they all sounded wonderful. We settled on burrata and a fried vegetable appetizer. The burrata was good but the fried thing was even better. I wish I could remember what it was because it was so good. I guess that's what I get for writing my reviews 2 months later. It was some kind of vegetable stuffed with cheese, battered and fried. It wasn't too oily and all the flavors and textures went well together. For our entrees we went with linguini in clam sauce and cavatelli, broccoli rabe, & sausage. The linguini was a solid plate of pasta. Linguini, clams, sauce. It tasted exactly how you expect it would and the pasta was cooked well. The cavatelli was much more interesting to me. The different textures and flavors really made it a joy to eat. The pasta was al dente while some of the sausage had some crispy bits to it. And the broccoli rabe kind of made me feeling like I was eating somewhat healthy The ambiance was nice if not a little dated. Not bad though, it was cozy. I'd come back, but not too often. It's pricey.

Ciao Bella Italian Bistro 690 River Road…read moreNew Milford, NJ 07646 Caesar Salad Hot Italian Sausage & Broccoli Rabe Chicken Parmesan Chicken Ciao Bella Tiramisu Appearance: 1/2 Taste: This locally owned Italian restaurant serves a decent selection of Italian dishes. The dining area is one room adorned with attractive art decor and a glass wall overlooking the main road. The Caesar salad was a light, yet satisfying starter. The romaine lettuce, croutons and house made dressing blended the perfect trio! If you are looking for an appetizer with a touch of sweet and spice, the sausage & broccoli rabe will do the trick. The protein and vegetable blended well together with some diced tomatoes thrown on top. As always, I can never visit any Italian establishment without trying the Chicken Parmesan. For the most part, it did not disappoint. My sole critique is the excess amount of moisture beneath the linguini. I also used any extra mozzarella cheese as a topping for the pasta and table bread. Named after its restaurant, the chicken ciao bella was breaded and pan fried. The lemon butter sauce definitely added flavor to the cutlets and the side vegetables were just as "bella" as the main entree. The coffee flavored dessert was paradise. The taste as so rich and pure in flavor, you definitely didn't need coffee either this final course. I highly recommend this location if you want a decent meal at reasonable price. Thank you, Omar and the culinary artists for your pristine service with a smile. #ciaobella #italianbistro #newmilfordnj #caesarsalad #broccoliarabe #italiansausage #chickenparmesan #chickenciaobella #tiramisu #njeats #localspots #foodstagram #njfoodie

Food was really good. Steak cooked to perfection. Appetizers were also very good…read more Would go again. Plenty of parking behind restaurant.

When it comes to authentic food, I was very pleased to try this place…read more Good location, good service, good food. The pizza was very good. Service was quick but food was prepared with care. The server was attentive and polite. Will try this place again, for sure, if I am in the area.

My wife, reading the NJ Monthly constantly gets me trying new restaurants pretty much anywhere. We…read moreare today it was Ora. Great ambiance, full bar and pretty terrific food. We started off with a salad, followed by a short rib pizza for my wife and a Mafalda pasta dish for myself. Can't really complain about either of the dishes or the salad. They were really very good. I started it off with a bloody mary while my wife had a glass of Nebiollo. Good bloody mary by the way. Today we came here at early afternoon, so we're thinking we may need to come here at night sometime to see what it's like. Once again my wife picked a good one. We started their version of a Caesar salad, which was very good. My wife craves pizza, so she went for the Short Rib pie, while I went with the Malfade pasta... Mafalde (a la carbonara, guanciale, egg yolk, pecorino & black pepper)... a dish I would order again and again. Trouble was the pizza looked so good... I just had to have a 'bite' and we ended up sharing both meals. We finished by sharing a Gelato for dessert, which was fantastic. There was a 'name' for it, but I'll be damned if I can remember it or find out what it's called online. Regardless... it goes without saying... we'll be back!

First time at the restaurant. Josh was an excellent host, and guide to want to order. Food was…read moredelicious. Ambiance was great. Will definitely return!

5 stars all around for The Oak House in Oradell. What a causal and relaxing atmosphere! There's a…read morenice bar area with happy hour deals. The dining area has booth and table seating with lots of oak furnishings. My friend and I enjoyed our first dining experience here for the quality attention, service, and excellent meal! We ordered: -Meatball vodka sauce pizza - amazing dough with a cross between focaccia and Italian bread consistency. The dollop of ricotta also made it a big hit. -Sea Bass with squash risotto - tender fish and the squash risotto had a touch of cinnamon. -10oz filet mignon with a side of spinach - served medium well and great flavor! -Truffle fries for the table - absolutely a must side for our meals. The serving size is tremendous. We have to take it home! -Drinks - chipotle pineapple margarita and espresso martinis delivered in flavor and presentation! -Dessert - graham cracker ice cream. Tasted just like s'mores! Amazing meal from start to finish. Would definitely return!

Delightfully surprising place perfect bc or family gatherings, friend get together and more! They…read morehave a large dining space plus a divided high tabletop section and cool lounge with bar and booths. Food was good and service was wonderful for a Thursday evening. Easy valet parking available and great location. Will totally return again

Food is absolutely delicious! Prices are very fair. Wait staff incredibly knowledgeable about the…read moremenu options. Rosario who is the owner comes out and greets everyone. You are treated like family in this cozy and friendly restaurant. E Miller

So last night we ordered a delivery of fried calamari and a large thin crust pizza with 2 toppings…read morea total of $53.00. What a disaster. First the calamari... under cooked, ice cold, greasy, one big clump with the breading falling off. I tried to reheat it but nothing helped it. Had to throw it out totally couldn't eat it. Now for the pizza. Ask for thin crust w toppings. What we go was ice cold pizza not even warm it was COLD. The pizza "bones" so thick & hard you would need a saw to eat it. Flavorless. If you're going to offer delivery then do it right. I feel like I just handed over $53.00 for nothing. This is definitely a no go for me.

I had my 40th birthday here last Saturday and they did an Amazing job!…read more Our server Nick was Fantastic!! I had a party of 13 and 1 baby. Some of my guests wanted separate checks and he managed to get it all right. He was very attentive! The management was great and kept in touch leading up to my party (I booked almost a month in advance. Everyone seemed to enjoy their food (typical bar food with some flair) and the drinks were strong and some very unique! The atmosphere is fun, casual, a bit loud, but not over the top. I didnt have to scream for someone 3 seats away to hear me. I found they place on a whim googling (bar/restaurants near me) and I definitely plan on going back! Thanks for making my 40th a Great and Memorable Night!

This is a great option within the town of New Milford, that has very few decent options, but still…read morewould like to see some improvements. The space is pretty lively and would be a great place to watch a sports event. Appreciate that the space has different types of seating areas from traditional dining tables to a big bar area and a lounge area in the middle. It can get loud in there so I wouldn't go there if you're looking for an intimate vibe. The staff is pretty friendly and do a good job of attending to the patrons. The food is where it was a bit disappointing to me. I can appreciate the wide variety of items on the menu, but not when the quality varies so much. We ordered a few pasta dishes (one that was on the daily special), a few taco dishes, an order of wings and the brussel sprouts. All of the pasta dishes were huge disappoints. They looked like pasta dishes from Applebees. The sauces were very runny and the kids pastas were the most basic pastas that were way overpriced for what they were. My daughter who loves pastas only ate about 1/3 of it and told me she didn't like it. The wings were dry and not saucy enough. The tacos were OK. The brussel sprouts were the only standout dish that we ordered. I liked their extensive draft beer menu though. Lots of variety to choose from and the drinks were fresh. Overall, I'd certainly come back here and hope that I pick some better food choices or a big improvement on the food quality, but a fun place to hang out at.

The best pork chops ever. I have never had a better and I have search. Perfectly seasoned and…read morecooked to perfection. Although there are many delicious dishes I have had there I always come back to that pork chop.

We started with the beef barley soup, which was short on beef but high in flavor. Our group…read moreenjoyed the parmigiana and veal dishes. Food is well prepared and the pasta cooked to perfection. Definitely a place i want to go often. Service is attentive, and although the dining room is very nice, the bar seating feels more lively. So you can choose lively crowd or quiet dining at the same location.

They came highly recommended by my cousin who orders from them all the time. They actually had food…read moresent to us when we had a death in our family and it was all very good and the trays were full. Decided to catered on Christmas Eve and although the food was good, the 1/2 tray of Penne Vodka was 1/2 filled. My cousin who had recommended Roman's to me was there and couldn't believe the 1/2 filled tray. At first they delivered someone else's order, good thing I checked the receipt with the writing on the pans. They had to go back and get the correct order so when they came I checked to make sure my receipt matched the pans. I should have opened each pan but I didn't, I wish I would have taken a photo. Very disappointing and embarrassing especially when you are hosting a holiday.

Amazing food and service. Their takeout is as good as eating in. Love their weekly specials.Best in…read morethe area!

We had two birthday parties at the Bach To Rock - River Edge music school. We ordered pizza and…read moregarlic knots for both birthday parties. The pizza is delicious! The sauce is fresh with the crust cooked just right. The Garlic knots were also delicious! They had just enough oil, butter, garlic, and the dough was doughy. A big thank you to the owner Alex and his team for delivering everything on time! The customer service is outstanding!

A friend of mine took me here because he knows the people. The friend was generous enough and kind…read moreenough to insist on picking up the bill, so I can't really speak to the prices, but the food and the service was absolutely fantastic. Probably or at least quite arguably the best pizza I've had in the immediate area, and if you are in the River edge area and thinking about pizza, this is really a great spot. Recommended, go and enjoy!

This is one of the best places in the county to sit down with the family and eat some great pizza…read more The restaurant room has a very friendly atmosphere. In fact, they were experimenting with a guy making balloon animals, and the kids LOVED it. The pizza features a thinner crust with a nice bite to it. There are so many choices of pizzas too. Add a decently sized but diverse tap list and you have a very happy dad. Man just writing the review made me want to go back.

Solid neighborhood spot serving quality comfort food at good prices. They also have a rotating…read morespecial of the day every evening. You can't go wrong here whether you're grabbing a burger, some sandwiches or getting a pot of mussels or a thin crust bar pie. Grant St Cafe - In!