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

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!

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!

Buongiorno's Ristorante 86 Washington Ave…read more Dumont NJ 07628 On a positive note, the dipping sauce (not pictured) that came with the table bread was phenomenal. It was a combination of Italian seasonings, garlic, and olive oil. I'd also like to acknowledge my food was served in a timely manner and the dedicated waiter works with a sense of urgency. The chicken parmesan entrée comes with vegetables and mashed potatoes. Pasta is only served upon request, but that was not mentioned on the menu. The red sauce was watery and cutlet was on the thicker side. I acknowledge the effort, but regretfully this CP was not my top choice.

Veal parmigiana was not good at all! Veal was very tough and and sauce on it was extremely over…read moreseasoned probably to cover up the lousy veal. The side of spaghetti had the same terrible sauce as the veal and wasn't drained and watery! Unfortunately after tasting it and maybe I couldn't believe this, it went directly into the TRASH!

Andiamo 23 Hardenburgh Ave…read more Haworth NJ 07641 Chicken Francese Linda's Chocolate Lava Cake Located in the quiet suburban town of Haworth is a fine Italian restaurant. Chicken Francese: Two fairly sized tender, juicy chicken cutlets were smothered in Francese sauce. The sauce paired well with the basmati rice and even the table bread (not pictured). I enjoyed the sauce so much I requested an extra cup on the side so there was more to blend with the entrée. The chef made a wise decision to separate the grain from the francese sauce because that would given the rice a mushy texture. Linda's Chocolate Lava Cake: This decadent dessert was truly a masterpiece. It included a scoop of vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. The round chocolate cake was spongy on the outside while warm and moist on the inside. The best part was the warm chocolate pudding filling in the center. It is a win-win if you have the cake myself or if you combine with the ice cream or whipped cream. The whipped topping tastes above and beyond because it was freshly made in house. In addition to being a great meal, the service was on point. Server Kelly and the other staff were very attentive. They continually checked up on us and made sure we were taken care of. It shows the servers commute well and work together as a great team. I was even impressed with the friendliness of the hosts stationed near the door. They welcomed us into the restaurant and wished us a wonderful evening on our way out. #andiamo #haworthnj #chickenfrancese #lindaschocolatelavacake #chocolatelavacake

Salad overdressed. Get the dressing on the side:…read moreClams Oreganata whole not chopped, not seasoned nor grilled enough. Just ok. Pasta Italiana with white balsamic & garlic sauce very tasty. Big Afogato at the end. Service very good. Very attentive and friendly waiter. Nice, quiet room. If you go on Fridays like we did don't sit in the front as it's a big neighborhood hangout and the front turns into a noisy fraternity house by 7 pm. Will go back during the week for some red sauce.

This is still an amazing place! Staff is nice, place is clean, prices are reasonable, good amount…read moreof parking along the street, and good amount of seating inside

I love this place. Their pizza is excellent. I highly recommend their chicken fingers with the…read morehoney mustard dressing, amazing and the chicken with honey Dijon mustard is a must have their heroes,calzones, Everything is amazing!!! I Highly recommend it. Staff is very friendly and see to it that you have a great experience!!

Alessandro's Trattoria E Pizzeria 157 Terrace St…read more Haworth, NJ 07641 The portion size was gigantic; there will definitely will be leftovers for the next day. Mozzarella cheese was charred perfectly in the center, but the top and bottom portions were missing that char. The cutlet could have used a tad bit more of breading. As a bonus, this restaurant/pizzeria is BYOB and Haworth Wine & Spirits is conveniently next door. Overall, the CP was decent and it was a great deal for the portion size served. #alessandros #alessandrostrattoria #chickenparmreview #chickenparmesanreview #chickenparmnjreview #alessandrostrattoriaepizzeria #haworthnj #downtownhaworth

*Insert expletive language here* damn that's good…read more It was hard to pick slices from the display so I went for pepperoni slice, white slice, and a spinach cheese bowl. The slice is good, the white slice is even better, and spinach cheese bowl is unbelievable. Hot crust encases a gooey cheese filling paired with a tart savory balance from the spinach. It was crazy, and then we dipped it in the hot marinara sauce on the side. Complete perfection. The pizza slice has a crispy bottom, cover with melty splitty cheese sandwiching a sweet tomato sauce. Moderately sized seating area, the shop has its lights low creating a moody ambiance. There is light shining through the windows so you're not eating in the dark, but it does give the store a smaller cozier feeling. There is also a large party room that is sectioned off from the pizzeria that we got to check out. Gorgeous inside. Friendly staff, I would definitely come back often.

My wife and I went here for a Saturday dinner. After street…read moreparking, we entered into a large dining room. Seated quickly, our server was kind and helpful. We ordered the Burrata appetizer, the Chicken Milanese and a Shrimp Francese. The Burrata was good, not great. My wife's Milanese was great, if a little heavy on the Balsamic. My shrimp were delicious. To wrap it up, we ordered a delicious Tiramisu to go. I will definitely give Cork and Crust another shot!

Stopped by for Sunday dinner with my boyfriend's family. The place is really spacious and decorated…read morein a classic, inviting way. It's BYOB, so keep that in mind. For appetizers, we got the steamed mussels in marinara and fried calamari both solid dishes. I especially enjoyed the marinara on both. For my entrée, I had the linguini and meatballs. The portion was huge easily enough for 2-3 people to share. The chicken parm was also a large dish. Some entrées are definitely shareable. Other highlights at the table included the lobster ravioli (that one is a smaller portion). I believe our server's name was Abbie (hope I remembered right) she was excellent, and the service overall was amazing. Even the bussers were great. Highly recommend this spot if you're looking for a classic, family-friendly dinner or an intimate gathering. Prices are also very reasonable.

I've been going to Buon Gusto for as long as I can remember, and it never disappoints. The food is…read morealways consistent and tastes like true homestyle italian cooking. My go to dishes are the salmon, the octopus appetizer (not always available) chicken Francese, and chicken parm, all of which are consistently amazing. I've also hosted parties here, and they've been great every time. It's one of those places that feels like home and keeps you coming back year after year.

As you can see from my last review on May 29, 2020 this was one of my local favorite restaurants,…read morewhen I lived in Bergen County. My last review was actually awarded my 4th ROTD on June 25, 2020. This restaurant is still a BYO restaurant. We were visiting here to attend a family affair. We had a 6 PM dinner reservation for my family of nine on a Saturday. We were seated in the rear room on a narrow table. Yolanda opened my first two and third chianti wine bottles. I enjoyed my usual complimentary house salad. I also enjoyed my huge veal chop milanese giardineira for $39. Yolanda and the rest of the staff served us very well. My total bill was $242 excluding gratuity. We agreed we will return here again if we have another family affair in this area.

You might have heard it before but you are going to hear it again - It feels like family. Starting…read morewith the glorious smell when entering the restaurant, hinting of what's to come. Best pizza by far starting with the crusty crust to the extraordinary pizza sauce as well as obviously fresh ingredients which, I might add, they do not skimp on. If you haven't guessed, I am a fan. Try it and I guaranty you will be a fan as well.

Dante's is one of the most popular pizzeria in the neighborhood. I put in a take out order on a…read moreSunday afternoon for 3 pies of pizza, cheesesteak, wings and salad. Got an estimate of 25 minutes over the phone. Walking into the store, I saw the huge counter display where many pizza pies were display. They also had a nice dine-in area, with tables and wall arts. It was busy in there. I got to try to regular cheese pizza that was excellent. Liked the semi thin crust with a thick layer of cheese and sauce on top. The cheesesteak was decent, had a good mix of the beef and cheese. The wings were dry bone kind. This was my second time having meal from Dante's and both times I felt their pizzas were solid quality but other items such as salad, wings, sandwiches were less appealing.