Dining at Homestead Restaurant in Trenton, NJ feels like stepping into a living piece of the city's…read morehistory. This isn't just a place to eat, it's the kind of old-school establishment that's been around long enough to have stories. You can feel the past in the wood-paneled atmosphere, the classic bar, and the sense that generations of locals have gathered here over good food and long conversations. There's a subtle throwback vibe that hints at Trenton's more colorful eras, the kind of place where, decades ago, important conversations might've happened over steaks and drinks rather than phone calls and emails. It has that timeless, no-frills charm: confident, comfortable, and unapologetically traditional. The food is solid, hearty, and satisfying, classic dishes done right, with portions that don't mess around. Service is professional and respectful, like they've learned over the years that consistency and discretion matter. You're treated well, but without any forced friendliness, just genuine hospitality the old way. If you appreciate historic spots with character, where the walls could probably talk and the traditions still matter, Homestead Restaurant is a must-visit. Five stars for keeping that classic Trenton legacy alive.

This is THE definition of no frills Italian cooking. Everything was seasoned perfectly. Salads were…read moreamazing, bread was perfect, entrees were extremely flavorful. Servers were extremely aware of the tables' needs and I never felt like I was looking for the servers. Highly recommend coming here

Absolutely wonderful experience from start to finish! The chicken Caesar salad was delicious--the…read morechicken was tender, juicy, and perfectly grilled, and the salad was fresh, crisp, and flavorful. The portion was generous, and everything was beautifully presented. The service was just as impressive. Our server was warm, attentive, and made us feel very welcome without being overbearing. The restaurant itself is beautifully decorated, with such an elegant and inviting atmosphere that made the meal even more enjoyable. Great food, wonderful service, and beautiful decor--everything you want in a dining experience. I'll definitely be back! Highly recommend!

Came here for dinner after work. The main dining area was booked for an event so we had to sit at…read morethe pizza section. We pretty much had the whole place to ourselves the whole time we were there. The bread, made in the restaurant, set the stage of what we were going to expect. We enjoyed the bread and the food we ordered. The dessert was good too. Love to come back again.

Great food, amazing, calming, 'elegant' ambience too! The service was a little wonky since multiple…read moreservers bumped into our chairs and others, and dropped our stuff, but other than that the service was great. One thing I'd add would be more food options for the picky eaters, since there wasn't much for me to pick from. I'd say a 3/5, great for older individuals.

This is hands down the best pasta I've had outside of Italy. It's made fresh and al dente and they…read morealso sell it to go for home cooking. We visited for a late dinner on a Friday. The restaurant is BYOB so we took a short walk down to Boyd's pharmacy to get some wine and beer. Bordentown parking is challenging, so be prepared to leave extra time for finding a spot. Our meal started with fresh baked sesame semolina bread that melted in your mouth. I ordered the spaghetti carbonara and my wife ordered the pasta with crab. Both dishes were amazing and portions were large (we both took some home). The service is professional and the staff is knowledgeable about the menu. They did have a lot of specials in addition to the menu. The atmosphere is quaint and somewhat elegant. In the nice weather you can even sit outside.

Food was amazing ! Very quaint place…read more Staff was attentive and pleasant We had a nice time

Came here for a post grad lunch. Was seated pretty quickly and great customer service. Enjoyed the…read morerolls they had also. Meals- 8/10 for me.

Our chapter held its annual summer event at Amalfi's, and it was a complete success!…read more From planning through the day of our event, Dario, Jessica, and the entire team made sure every detail was handled seamlessly. Dario was responsive and easy to work with as we planned our menu. Our guests enjoyed delicious buffet-style Italian cuisine and desserts, and we especially appreciated the care he took to accommodate specific dietary needs so everyone had something to enjoy. On the day of our event, Jessica and her team were professional, attentive, friendly, and provided excellent customer service. Our needs were met from beginning to end, allowing us to simply enjoy our time together. On behalf of the ICF New Jersey Charter Chapter, thank you to the Amalfi's team for helping make our annual summer gathering such a wonderful experience. We truly appreciated your hospitality and look forward to returning! - Dorisse Shakir-Ullah, Community Networking

Everything was as described in the menu. Service was great. Food was delicious little noisy, but I…read morelike the noise.

Great cozy ambiance. I've been here a few times and the food has always impressed me. Tonight I…read morehad the stuffed mushrooms with sausage, peppers and spinach as an appetizer and the Pork Chop Fico with mushroom fig glaze and potato croquettes for entree. The appetizer was better than I expected and was a meal in itself. The entree was pure perfection. The pork chop was cooked just right and the mushroom fig glaze was such a good comibination that I'm lying in bed writing this review at 2:30am because im still thinking about this meal. Highly recommend. Also, BYOB makes this place even better.

We sat outside in a relaxed setting that was nicely covered and contained with greenery in this…read morebyob. I've known about this restaurant but never had the chance to try it. It was perfect. The calamari in red sauce app was soft and fresh in a delicious tomato sauce. Could be a touch less salt but nothing noticable to most. I had the organic salmon for $36 after deciding between the Sea Bass special $55. Yes I asked the waiter even though I wasn't paying. Curiosity and I use to waitress and I always told the prices It's the right thing period for lots of reasons. Everyone enjoyed their meals. I love that they don't give you bread. That is the worst thing we do in America before you eat for health reasons. The ceasar uses a blend of canola and olive oil like most restaurants even if some say they don't. But so far they are all saying they use a blend. It's just cheaper and non the wiser unless you ask. Like I do. We didn't get it. I make it at home from scratch several times week. I learn as a server where else made it in a few minutes table side. Coddled egg yolk, pinch dry mustard, crushed garlic, worceshire sauce. Vinegar, anchovies. Organic Xtra virgin olive oil first cold press from one county optional.

I always come here for the crabcakes (even though I usually eat plant-based), & also for the lemon…read moresaffron sauce they would serve on the angel hair pasta that came with it. Sadly, the sauce has been changed to a cream one. (I draw the line at dairy!) It seems there are new owners..still Italian! The service isn't polished, (used dishes stacked on the table before removal) but it is prompt. Comfortable booth.

Big ups to ARNOLD - this guy is killing it. We came in as a group of six for dinner - Arnold took…read moreexcellent care of us. Food was great, portions were generous. Pizza was dank. I wish the scallops Angelina had been five pieces and not three but otherwise, really good stuff all around. Note the cheese pull on the slice!

We were faithful customers at Mamma Rosa's, but when they closed down in '21, we were left in the…read morelurch and without a neighborhood Italian joint to call our own. We just quit going out for Italian other than for tomato pies, but now we've begun actively looking for a place to enjoy simple Italian food--outside of the ubiquitous tomato pies. Gennaro's was our first stop, with the menu definitely reading more New World Italian than Old World. We started with a couple of appetizers: The Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms in Scampi sauce and the Antipasto Salad. I'm not a fan of Antipasto salads (I've a three item max addition rule for salads and tomato pies), but my wife enjoyed it. It was your standard antipasto salad for the area--perhaps more generous with the meat and cheese than the last one we ordered up the street at Papa's. The stuffed mushrooms had a good flavor, and although the sauce didn't really hit me as Scampi (the garlic wasn't really there), it was still good on its own, and I'd order it again. My wife ordered the Pork Chop Giambotta, which she truly enjoyed. It was a thick, good sized pork chop covered with a sauce that included potatoes, sausage slices, and sautéed peppers. The menu said that the peppers were hot and sweet, but they were pretty much 99.9% hot peppers. If that's an issue for you, I'd make a point in mentioning it to your server first. My wife doesn't do spicy, but luckily I was there to find a home for the hot peppers, and she said she'd order it again if we returned. My Veal Saltimbocca, however, was a letdown. The veal was overcooked and had lost its tenderness, but most surprising to me was that it was very different from the standard version I've known for years. Had I read the description more carefully, I'd have caught the fact it was in a tomato demi-glace rather than the white wine and butter emulsion I know and love. Also, the ham that was used was not the thinly sliced prosciutto one normally sees, instead it was a thick slice of something that I can't honestly tell you was prosciutto or not. The use of spinach instead of a sage leaf wasn't a complete shock, as I've seen that before. Overcooked veal, the prosciutto mystery, and tradition straying aside, the flavor almost bordered on being alright, but it definitely wasn't what I'd hoped for when I placed the order. To add insult to injury, I asked for pasta as my side, and was given a couple choices--I chose the linguini and got served a dente-less spaghetti. When I asked the waiter (who was otherwise extremely conscientious and attentive) if they were out of linguini, I was told that there's really very little difference between the two, which so blew my mind that I just shrugged and ate. While we were there, we could see that there were many people who acted like regulars enjoying their meals, and many of them were also eating tomato pies, however, we're on the hunt for a place that's going to satisfy our need for an Italian place that provides beyond the pizza oven. I'm up in the air about a second shot--my wife was much happier than me with the location (which means we'll likely go), but I'll definitely ask our server more questions about what I'm ordering next time to avoid any surprises.

Absolutely fantastic! We celebrated our son's college graduation here, and I cannot say enough good…read morethings about the fantastic food and service we received at Genaro's. The ambience is smart casual, and not fussy, but with food and service that you'd expect at a place that charges double the prices. All of the food was top notch. Standouts are the artichoke heart Francese, mozzarella en corrozza, and fried calamari appetizers; and chicken Italiano, chicken marsala, and salmon Neapolitan mains. Their tiramisu and tartufo capped off the meal perfectly. If you're in Trenton or Princeton, Gennaro's is worth the drive.