Had a fantastic meal, a perfect place for a date night. The clam linguini was delicious, and my…read morewife had the chicken cordon bleu special. Everything was great, as was the service. A bit pricey, but it's worth it. We'll be back!

First I would say the staff was welcoming and friendly. The food was good although some dishes were…read morenot as expected (which can be a good thing). The rice balls were made with black rice-quite a surprise when we cut into them! The pulpo was tender and excellent. Both appetizers were very good. If you are looking for spicy Fra Diavolo, I would suggest mentioning to the waiter you want some heat. The Shrimp Fra Diavolo was very good but not at all spicy. The mushroom risotto was very good as well. One of the specials was chicken cutlets with fresh tomatoes, olives, with a light sauce and topped with shaved mozzarella. This was served with roasted potatoes on the side, and it was excellent. The chicken was so flavorful and so tender you could cut it with a fork. Two of us had this special and it did not disappoint. We ended the night with coffee and two desserts. The creme brulee had a coffee flavor and was good. We also ordered a chocolate souffle, which definitely did not resemble anything close to a souffle. The flavor was fine but it flat, almost like a pancake. It was closer to a flatter molten lava cake. (Guess we should have been suspicious when we didn't have to wait extra time for the souffle.) Now for our main gripe. When one of us asked if the special chicken could be made without garlic (due to an allergy), the server said 'of course - nothing is impossible'. This was a lovely response to the request. However, when we received the check, there was a $4.00 charge for 'no garlic'. Really? We eat out in all sorts of restaurants from casual to very high end, and never have we ever seen this. This very small charge left a bad taste in my mouth (no pun intended). For this reason we gave only three stars - nice ambiance inside and outdoor seating under a gazebo, pleasant, friendly service, and good food, but the extra charge for omitting an ingredient was very disappointing.

Absolutely love this new meat market from Brooklyn that opened just 2 weeks ago in Matawan, NJ…read more We met the original owners son who has Albania roots and gave us some history on their newest location . Picked up some pasta and sauce .

I bought some kebabs (Meat on a stick) and the guys in the shop couldn't have been nicer to give me…read moretips to make it even more delicious. Honestly the best I have ever had! I can't wait to buy their steaks and other meats. Finally, an amazing butcher has come to the area!

We stopped in for a delicious Italian dinner, and we were absolutely not disappointed. The…read morerestaurant was beautifully decorated for the holiday season, creating such a warm and inviting atmosphere. They also have a pizzeria conveniently located right next door, which is a nice bonus. The service was outstanding--Alessandro was the best! He recommended his signature cocktail, the Orange Cosmopolitan, and all I can say is WOW. Perfectly made and dangerously good--they definitely sneak up on you! He checked in on us throughout the evening, always friendly and engaging, which truly elevated the experience. The food was just as impressive: Pollo Milanese - a perfectly cooked chicken cutlet topped with fresh mozzarella, arugula, cherry tomatoes, onions, shaved Parmesan, and a bright lemon vinaigrette. Pollo Carbonara - topped with prosciutto, spinach, peppers, and fontina cheese, served over penne pasta. Alaska Chicken (special) - stuffed chicken with shrimp, roasted tomatoes, spinach, and cheese in a rich cream sauce, served with saffron risotto. Absolutely delicious. For dessert, we shared a toasted almond cake and a caramel cheesecake cone--paired with cappuccinos, of course. The perfect ending to a great meal. It was a wonderful evening shared with wonderful people, made even better by Alessandro's exceptional service. Highly recommend this restaurant, and we will definitely be back to try more dishes!

Really enjoyed the evening here the other night! Was celebrating a wedding here and the spread of…read moreItalian classics & pizza was delicious! Live entertained was an unexpected plus! Staff service was as good as the food.

I made the butternut squash stuffed shells, which I purchased from Antonio's on Route 9, and they…read morewere amazing! I used a basic butter sauce, doubling the recipe, but perhaps I could've even tripled it. Here is what I did: 1/2 c. (1 stick) butter 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. freshly chopped sage 2 tsp. freshly chopped thyme (I used 1 teaspoon of the dried thyme) Freshly grated Parmesan, for serving

These ravioli are fresh and fantastic! You can buy them frozen, but we love to eat them the same…read moreday. There are several varieties. We like the ones made with red peppers. They are all great!

Great selection…read more Staff is good. Appropriate pricing for quality. Have always enjoyed whatever I have gotten from here, fresh and tasty. But, in the event something wasn't to my liking, I'm sure a quick chat with staff or manager would have resolved it faster than writing 3 paragraphs about my experience on this site. Keep up the good work.

After eating at Alternate Ending, I decided to stop by this Italian market in the same shopping…read morearea. As you enter, there is an Italian bakery to the left that was filled with sfogliatelle, canolli's and Italian cookies. They have a great deli with prosciutto and mortadella that we picked up with some fresh Italian bread. They have a wide selection of Italian sauces for pasta and taralli that are great with cafe in the manana. Worth a look !

Their #1 Sesame Pizza Pie is the best! It is packed with flavor and cooked to perfection. We tried…read morethe mozzarella sticks for the first time and were so surprised by their size. They were thick and had a good taste to them. Since we ordered this online for pick up, we found the front staff to be nice, but the parking is a little tough to navigate, so be aware.

Wow!!!! Completely blown away by this restaurant and already counting down the days until I'm back…read more We ordered several items to share and everything was generous in portion, even the side salads that came with pasta dishes. The clams and linguine had incredible flavor with a great amount of clams in each bite. Very satisfying. The eggplant pasta was also a standout: filling, well-balanced, and packed with flavor. The chicken pesto sandwich was good as well and came with fries on the side. However, the sesame seed pizza! WOW WOW WOW. Absolutely amazing and easily the most memorable item of the meal. Overall, a fantastic experience with delicious food and great portions throughout!

DeMarco's Catering & Gourmet Deli is absolutely incredible. They carry specialty gourmet items you…read moresimply won't find anywhere else in New Jersey, and their prepared foods are outstanding. Gene, the owner, is a true gentleman who always goes above and beyond for his customers. They recently catered my July 4th soirée and absolutely knocked it out of the park. Everything was fresh, delicious, and beautifully prepared--even their bread is baked in-house. Highly recommend DeMarco's for catering or anyone looking for exceptional gourmet food.

Terrible customer service!!! The guy who answers the phone is rude and addresses you as sweetie!…read more False advertising no 7 sub on door dash says with cheese and on their end they say it doesn't say it!! They lost our business we will go to Mikes in Keyport!!

We tried Patricia's for lunch this time since it had been a while. It was good overall. Service was…read moregood along with our meals. Still a solid byob. Appetizer Seafood salad- we shared as a starter Eggplant tower Penne à la vodka We tried Patricia's for lunch this time since it had been a while. It was good overall. Service was good along with our meals. Still a solid byob. Appetizer Seafood salad- we shared as a starter Eggplant tower Penne à la vodka Frankie's famous meatballs Poached pear salad beet salad Dessert- Chocolate lava cake Poached pear salad beet salad Dessert- Chocolate lava cake

First time here, and I have to admit... I was definitely influenced by the Jersey Shore cast lol I…read moreknow Mike likes this place, so naturally, I had to see what the hype was about for myself! I came in on a weekday after 6 PM, and surprisingly, it was pretty empty. My friend and I started with the baked clams, grilled octopus, and poached pear salad. The poached pear salad was easily the star of the show, so good and definitely my favorite of everything we ordered. The baked clams came in second, while the grilled octopus unfortunately didn't do much for me. I just didn't love it.For my entrée, I went with the Money Bag- I read reviews where people said it was the best thing to get . It was good, but honestly, not anything that blew me away or made me think, "Okay, THIS is what everyone is talking about." We finished with the tiramisu and chocolate chip brownie explosion. The tiramisu was the clear winner for me. The brownie was fine, but again, nothing I'd be rushing back for. Overall, I'm glad I finally tried it and can officially cross it off my list, but I have to be honest, I don't really get the hype. Everything was decent, but nothing was amazing enough to make me want to come back. Maybe I went in with expectations that were too high, but for me, this was definitely a one and done... at least for now.

Excellent service always! Food is delicious! Ambiance is nice. The spaghetti and meatballs are…read moregreat! Chicken parmigiana is great! Pizza is great! Gnocchi bolognese is awesome!

Amazing! And more Amazing every time I eat there! Another must go to whenever I visit NJ…read more So much on the menu! Service with a smile. The ambience On any given day there are more than 10 different pizzas on display to choose from! One more different and delicious from the next! Try the inside out pizza! Similar to the Bklyn L&B pizza but better (more sauce and sesame crust!) Also I had the Terminator sandwich so good almost forgot to stop and take a picture!!!

Wife and I decided to stop for a slice at 9:45 tonight coming home from a party. Never had their…read morepizza before. Was extremely happy we did. Can't wait to order a pie from them again. Perfect thickness of dough and really crispy. Staff was very friendly.

Delicious pizza! We ordered out from here, so I can't speak to the decor, but the pizza was great…read more We had the Brooklyn upside down, vodka hot honey roni, and a meatball pie. All pizzas were super flavorful and the crust was... chefs kiss! We also had a Caesar salad and buffalo wings which were good but a bit more of your typical variety. Definitely coming back!