First visit was a few summers back and we absolutely loved it…read more "I think we found our new favorite place to keep coming back to!" (But time can be slippery and it took a bit longer than expected for a follow-up visit.) I'm happy to report that first time was not a fluke and this place IS worthy of putting into steady rotation*. (* - if money's not an issue) I'm boring - both visits I went with the (homemade) pasta specials and they were incredible. The Mrs. is equally boring and got the branzino each time. (And loved it both times.) One kid tried the (gulp, $60) steak special and kept raving about it. (Well, he wasn't keen on the zucchini but what teen really digs that veg, right?) The other kid loves bolognese and was happy with their version. A lovely small and warm restaurant. Limited menu with a handful of specials. It's not cheap. (A wee bit over $50 a person and we didn't get appetizers or dessert and only had sparkling water.) BYOB. (Limited) street parking. The host/owner - you won't find a more inviting and personable figure who is clearly proud of what he's created. Is a part of me tempted to dock a few stars because the owner was happy to see one of my kids wearing an AC Milan jersey the day before they were set to clash with my team, AS Roma? Of course! (But that match ended in a 1-1 draw so I'll be nice... this time!)

The clams casino was just soggy bread crumbs . No clam taste at all. My husband ordered a veal…read moredish. He does like veal thin but this was thinner then cold cut thin sliced ham. I ordered fettuccini bolognese. All it was ground beef with sauce. NO taste of ground pork.

Beyond fantastic! Portions are very generous! We had 3 apps- fritto misto, charcuterie and a fried…read moremarinated artichoke dish! Never had anything like it before! They are known for their huge portions of varying parmigiana dishes which are perfect for sharing with a plate charge of $10 extra, but most people ordered their own to take home their leftovers for another meal. Entrees were all excellent and the donut dessert was the fluffiest I have ever eaten! BYOB too! You definitely need to make reservations. Parking deck right across the street. $2 an hour. We already made reservations to come back!

Okay, this place is really nice but super crowded. There is barely any space to move! The waitress…read morewere standing there the entire time watching people eat because there was just no spaces Regardless, the food was amazingggg omg to die for. A little on the expensive side but for a special occasion I would definitely go back

Try the chicken parm Try the espresso martinis…read moreTry the fried calamari Try the ceasar salad Try the berries and cream Try the dirty martinis Try the straccatella soup Try the stuffed artichoke Try the fresh pasta Try the seafood dishes Try the veal Try the Sunday Sauce!! Try everything!!!!

Went here to celebrate for date night and really enjoyed it!…read moreAmbiance: Such a cute, cozy, intimate spot! The tables are somewhat close together though and another customer hit me with her puffer jacket hahah Service: Everyone was super friendly and nice! At times, service was a bit slow, but it was pretty packed even on a Tuesday night. Food: The food and price were both excellent. We got the calamari, pasta with vodka sauce, broiled seafood platter, a side of potatoes, and a side of sautéed mushrooms. Everything was so yummy and we had plenty of leftovers to take home.

Service, atmosphere, food was spectacular. Waitress was…read morefriendly, attentive. Old school Italian vibes. Shrimp beep and chicken savoy was great. Clam oreganata was good, eggplant parm was cheesy, pasta was fresh

In the best possible way this throwback red sauce joint is a time capsule where track suits, faded…read morewood paneling and a Brylcreeme pompadour feel right at home. This is quintessential Jersey Italiano that invites you to marinate in the ghosts of Pabst Blue Ribbon and Chesterfield past while you savor the scungilli and the abundant al dente pasta. Five stars for just existing. Pro tip -- glue on some extra chest hair before venturing out.

The chef, Giuseppe, loves what he does and you can experience that love in his dishes. Always a…read moregreat experience here and the bar next door gives you options if you're in the mood for a cocktail or two - Giuseppe's will hand you a separate bill for your bar tab. Works for me!

Another delicious meal and service. This time I had the shrimp Marinara served with angel hair. The…read moredish also has mussels and clams and the tomato sauce is delicious. We tried the cafe Giuseppe for dessert which I their version of an affogato and it was really good.

Let me say right up front, I'm going to try and be as respectful as I can with my review. That…read moresaid... Came here on a Saturday night when they had entertainment (the guy from Jersey Boys, sorry I don't know his name.) 1) The JB guy shows up with a karaoke machine and does a few songs, which were nice. But then turns the mic and machine over to 2 drunked up chicks who dominated the night with their slurred off key singing, and for a good part of the time too! Um, I didn't pay for this. Which brings me to... 2) Dinners were up charged because of the "entertainment," which we don't mind. But I didn't expect to pay extra for 'drunk Saturday night karaoke.' So we quickly ate our dinners and left, which was a shame. 3) The service was good. I don't know the woman's name, but she was attentive. Likewise, the food was good (chicken dinners). Nothing great, but nice. The one thing that was really good was the ginger calamari. Will I eat here again? Maybe. But when they don't have "entertainment."

nice old school Italian vibe restaurant. came on a saturday night while they had a live band…read moreplaying. the owner is very welcoming and caring. food was pretty good but the service from the waitress was pretty slow and forgetful. other than that its a very nice place to go and pretty good food. just wish or waitress didn't forget a app order and a drink order.

Bucco is a true gem, and everyone I bring here falls in love with it and can't wait to come back…read more It's a small Italian restaurant with a cozy atmosphere and incredibly friendly, welcoming staff. The food is amazing, and they always offer several daily specials which makes choosing a dish delightfully difficult. Their tiramisu is outstanding, and according to my friend, it's one of the best she's ever had. This has become the best girls night place and a plus is they are also BYOB.

Date dinner was delicious! Calamari appetizer Fried chicken…read morebreast topped with salad and the best mashed potatoes ever Homemade pasta with shrimp in a garlic sauce. Staff is amazing

La Venere Ristorante is the classic local restaurant that has a strong following, excellent…read moreservice, a great menu and ownership that cares about his customers! The restaurant is a former residential property and the interiors is no frills. People come here for the food. We were comped an appetizer as well as a dessert and the service is fast and first rate! Tonight I had the Meatball soup, classic Lasagna and a side of meatballs along with a house salad and several Iced Teas. I was too stuffed for dessert and I love coming here because I know there isn't a poor selection on the menu. Located on Schuyler Avenue close to the Lyndhurst border, La Venere works for parties of two or large groups for parties or special events. North Arlington is changing, but there are constants and thankfully La Venere continues to impress and flourish. Love Italian old school? Check out La Venere and you be disappointed! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Everything we ordered was delicious. The staff were so nice and helpful. The boys are young and…read morevery respectful. The food was fresh and had great flavor. They serve hot bread with butter, which is great. Also, a side of salad comes with a meal. I would definitely recommend this place. Everything we ordered was to the tea. thank you for a great experience and I highly recommend coming here.

hands down the best food in Montclair. i have been here several times and each time its always…read moregreat. i have been trying to work through the menu, but its hard not to order the lasagna, its just that good. it is always busy but never cramped or crowded. being byob is great and there is a liquor store not far away. highly recommended

My friend Eddie and his husband Nico invited me to have dinner with them and I'm so glad they did!…read moreThey spoke to me about this place a few days ago and told me how amazing it was! They were not lying! We had the Antipasto Misti! And the appetizer size Orechiette to start. As my main dish I had the Skirt steak medium rare! It was amazing! So flavorful! I enjoyed every bite. The mashed potatoes with the infused caramelized onions was wow, amazing. You know how you always save a little bit of your favorite part of the dish for your last bite, well that's what I did with the mashed potatoes. Overall everything was amazing! Our server Jackie was so nice, super friendly. The owner Caroline was so nice! She was there to greet us and she was there checking in on us at our table and was the last person we saw! The environment was nice and warm, friendly, and cozy. I will definitely come back! I have already recommended it to two friends!

Oh yes..Italian eatery with a swanky bar and creative cocktails. It's as advertised...and then…read moresome.. We tried a number of items enjoyed every bite. The service was excellent. Enjoyed the atmosphere and the cocktails. Overall a great experience.. Carbonara was well made & delicious. Amazing.

Such a quaint space with delicious food and a welcoming staff. We sat at the bar and Gabriel guided…read moreour decisions. We started with the Caesar salad. It was crisp and deliciously dressed - served in a Parmesan shell. I had the chicken piccata where the taste was exceptional but the chicken was a bit on the dry side. I had a side of pasta made fresh - delicious! My husband had the chicken Parmesan and it was to die for. The chicken was tender and topped with just the right amount of sauce and cheese. We opted for after dinner drinks to top off the night. Highly recommend