Location: Allentown
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Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Allentown. Allentown is a borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population was 1,828, reflecting a decline of 54 (-2.9%) from the 1,882 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 54 (+3.0%) from the 1,828 counted in the 1990 Census.
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10. Spigola Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 136 reviews
Reviewed By lp552016
The food is outstanding. The customer service was great. Our server was very attentive. Both owners were there and 3 managers. Plenty of parking.Make Reservations!! If someone has a food allergy etc. Let them know when you call and make a reservations.
9. Ravello By Toscano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 74 reviews
Reviewed By VacanowNj
In both my husband and my opinion, this is the best restaurant in the area. The Italian standards are delicious, but so are the specials, including filet mignon and a crab risotto when we recently visited. The food is always fresh, creatively prepared and beautifully plated. While I don't usually have room for dessert at the end of the night, I recently tried the apple bread pudding, which was one of the best desserts I have ever had anywhere. The only problem with this restaurant is that many people have discovered it; it is not uncommon to have to book a reservation for a weekend several weeks in advance, or dine before 5 or after 8.
8. Villaggio Iccara
Overall Ratings
4 based on 164 reviews
My fatherâs dream has now transformed into more than he ever expected. Although much has changed, much remains the sameâ¦each day you can expect to see one of our faces, adding a personal touch to traditional Italian dining, creating an intimate experience
Reviewed By OldBridges
I'm always looking for restaurants staffed with creative chefs who think outside the box. The menu at Villaggio Iccara told me this was going to be one of those hoped for experiences. Items such as Spaghetti Positano (Sautéed manila clams, artichokes, sausage, Pinot Grigio & garlic sauce) under Pasta selections & Pistachio-Crusted Chicken Breast in a Dijon-Thyme cream sauce with Risotto offered a series of new taste treats. After due consideration, we opted for 2 forms of Bruschetta - one the standard w/ chopped tomato, garlic & basil & the 2nd w/ Caponata. Both were good, but I especially loved the piquant flavors of eggplant, & pickled veggies in the latter. My husband's dinner choice was Chicken Marsala w/ pasta which he declared a winner - its flavor actually tasting of its namesake wine, rather than just some commercial bouillon cube. I was hungry for seafood & ordered Cernia Marechiari (pan-fried grouper served in puttanesca sauce w/ pomodoro, capers & olives) served w/ risotto. I would have been happier had my risotto been delivered on a separate dish, because the texture & flavor were lovely by themselves & not really enhanced by the Puttanesca Sauce - but that was a minor complaint easily rectified. In the future, I'll simply ask for the risotto to be served separately. Overall, the dish was very good. The restaurant was busy the night of our visit - both in its dining room & its pizza takeout department. Highly recommend.
7. De Lorenzo's Tomato Pies
Overall Ratings
4 based on 244 reviews
Reviewed By XSki007
We finally made it down from Bergen County and it was worth the ride!The pies are really very thin and crunchy. The tomato sauce is top notch and the toppings were excellent. The pepperoni and sausages were high quality.The salad was a good start. Very friendly wait staff. All good!!
6. Via Roma
Overall Ratings
4 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Ukrosie31
I'm a little spoiled by all the excellent pizza restaurants in the Trenton and Princeton area, none finer than my local establishment, Via Roma II. The Trenton Tomato Pie is amazing with lots of flavor, ask for extra garlic in the sauce, as they recently toned it down a few notches. The thin crust consistency is just right with any combination of pie toppings, and the thick sicilian pie is crunchy and light. What is unique about Via Roma II's pizza crust is that the leftover pies reheated in the toaster oven (on the lower level location-wise) is possibly even better, as the thin crust becomes crunchier.
5. Papa's Tomato Pies
Overall Ratings
4 based on 130 reviews
Reviewed By chikoo108
This is one of the best in the United States. They make a pie that has hints of mustard in it and is so darn delicious. Their buffalo chicken cheesesteak is also great and they serve the freshest salads. Cash only at this historic restaurant. I highly recommend with family and friends.
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4. DiMattia's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Navigate50722
Impromptu stop at Di Mattia's Tuesday night. (We had not been there in more than 10 years) So glad we went back! Food was spectacular. Mussels Fra Diablo & roasted long hot peppers for apps. Phenomenal NY Strip perfectly rare topped with Gorgonzola & shrimp, as well as penne with broccoli rabe, roasted sausage and peppers. Nick is a warm and welcoming host, as well as an excellent chef. Kim made us feel right at home; service was exemplary. Unfortunately, we made it all the way home before realizing we'd forgotten our leftovers... I almost cried. We will absolutely go back.
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3. Phil's II
Overall Ratings
4 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By 202hayleyo
My family has been getting take out here for years and it has never disappointed !! There is always more than enough food and makes amazing leftovers. People are always asking where the food is from at our parties and look forward to it from one year to the next!
2. Osteria Radici
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Osteria Radici is where tradition and cultural roots meet the modern Italian kitchen. Approached with great thought and executed with precision, our quaint Osteria offers a dining experience unparalleled in the area Two five-course tasting menus, one from
Reviewed By Sockster
Another incredible meal and this wonderful restaurant. The greeting by Ally set the tone for a casual evening of incredible food. Radici offers two âsetâ menus- one land, one sea which are totally interchangeable or available individually ala carte. We went with both menus and I have to say, from the beef tartare to the final dessert, dish after dish was a taste delights. Chef Randy is a master of flavors and creativity Osteria Radici is a special place and not to be missed. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
1. La Piazza Ristorante Brick Oven Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 156 reviews
Reviewed By JohnRegoPark
This restaurant has a large pizza counter with many different options that were easy on the eye. I found the restaurant section to have a significantly lower standard. Many of the pasta dishes have so much sauce that they are served in soup bowls. The bread is rather hard and tasteless. We were 15 people at the last sitting, and everyone had something different, and everyone said it was OK, but no one raved about the food.
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