Location: Basking Ridge
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- 1. The Raptor Trust Center
- 2. Environmental Education Center at Lord Stirling Park
- 3. Leonard J. Buck Garden
- 4. Cross Estate Gardens
- 5. Natirar Park
- 6. Morristown National Historical Park, Washington Headquarters and Museum
- 7. Holmes Creek Canoe Livery
- 8. Schiff Nature Preserve
- 9. Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey
- 10. Scherman Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary
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New Jersey, United States Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Basking Ridge
Best Italian restaurants nearby. Discover the best Italian food in Basking Ridge. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Italian restaurants near you.. Basking Ridge is an unincorporated community located within Bernards Township in the Somerset Hills region of Somerset County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 Census, the population for the ZIP Code Tabulation Area (ZCTA) 07920 was 26,747.
Things to do in Basking Ridge
10. Biagio's Italian Gourmet
Overall Ratings
4 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By Mike L
We've been fans of the cookies and pastries for a while now but we just recently had dinner there and boy, oh boy it was great. Top to bottom, start to finish, appetizers to desserts - everything was excellent. Our waiter was terrific, too. I wish I could remember his name so I could compliment him publicly on this site. We will definitely be going back, and going back often.
9. Figaro's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By shell904
Granted, it was a crowded night when we stopped by, but the service wasn't overly friendly. The food was great and our initial server was helpful. But then a different gentleman came to took our order and he seemed upset that he had to do such a thing - and that attitude only persisted. Maybe it was an off night, but if it wasn't for the service I would have given this place an excellent rating.
8. The Ridge Restaurant & Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By TheExplorerFamily
This smallish, clean and casual Italian place is located in a historic building right across from the Presbyterian Church with the 600-year old White Oak Tree. It is obviously a favorite for the locals.Their sign outside says that it is âcomfort foodâ, and we found this to be very true. Their very large-sized Menu offers quite a varied selection of items. Their starter bread with butter was hot out of the oven â just the way we like it. For the Main Course, the four of us ordered a Panini Caprese, a Brooklyn Sub, a Turkey-Swiss Panini and a small Stromboli with Marinara sauce. Three of the dishes were excellent, but the Caprese was just OK. It was certainly edible, but, in the Pita sandwich, there was a just a thin slice of Mozzarella instead of the thick, fresh one that we are used to. Plus there were too many tomatoes and not enough Basil. Not too much of an issue â just our opinion.Our food was delicious, the Salads were fresh and crispy, and the well-made Marinara dipping sauce was a perfect accompaniment to the huge Stromboli. Our server, Ruben, was polite, friendly and attentive, and the décor of the nicely lit brick-walled dining room felt homey with tons of pictures and cute sayings.We were here for a late lunch after a short hike in a neighboring Park. We would have ordered less food had we known how humongous the portions were. We left with enough food for another meal. No one can go wrong for two meals at that price point.Our first impression of this place was positive, and we would love to return on our next trip to Basking Ridge.
7. Cafe Rustica
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Cafe Rustica is a rustic Italian restaurant located in Basking Ridge NJ since 1998. Casual family setting where you can enjoy authentic Italian cuisine. Full bar with a great martini menu, seasonal drinks & 12 beer taps including some awesome craft beers!
Reviewed By pepecerro
Excellent pizza.Overpriced dishes.$5 for an overcooked side of plain spaghetti They should hired a delivery person for their delicious pizza.On the plus side.However I believe Basking ridge deserves a better Italian restaurant
6. Lenny's Sub Shop
Overall Ratings
4 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Hammbrook
The "sub shop" name is a misnomer. This is a bona fide Italian restaurant. The pizzas are excellent to be sure, and the variety of selection outstanding. But the pasta fagioli is one of the best I've ever had and the nightly specials (including a pasta, chicken and seafood selection) are excellent. They do mussels well, the fried calamari is excellent and their puttanesca sauce is authentic. The only criticism I might have is their Caesar salad is rather plain. Prices are reasonable and there is adequate indoor seating. Lenny's is a "go to" place for the locals.
5. Trattoria Bolu
Overall Ratings
4 based on 103 reviews
Bolu is dedicated to providing our guests with a healthy, superior dining experience. We use only the ï¬nest quality ingredients when preparing our menu. We only cook with triple-ï¬ltered water and try to use locally-grown produce as well as organic items w
Reviewed By Caren O
Love their salads and pastas, plus their pizza! Easy, comfortable atmosphere where you can go with other couples, friends, and even the kids! BYOB makes it even better!
4. Nicoletta
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Nicoletta is the Altamarea Group's homage to Chef Michael White's favorite childhood dish: pizza. Indulge in hand-tossed specialty pies or create your own; every pizza is made fresh to order. Nicoletta also offers a variety of crave-worthy snacks, handmad
Reviewed By suzyd43
We ordered two great pizzas for takeout, One had fennel sausage and mushrooms, and the other had pepperoni, red onions, fennel sausage. Thin crust perfectly cooked. We also got rigatoni with really great meatballs. Tried their salad misto with fennel and grilled shrimp. All delicious.
3. Figaro 3 Ristorante Italino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 69 reviews
Very good food for the type of place. Owner is always present. Pasta is fresh.
Reviewed By VinoVeritasZZ
Friendly, professional service and consistently good Italian cuisine are the standards at Figaro. Perfect place for a local business lunch or dinner with a group. Their neighboring pizzeria is very good, too.
2. Osteria Morini Bernardsville
Overall Ratings
4 based on 108 reviews
Chef Michael White shares the authentic Italian dining experience with the Garden State at Osteria Morini New Jersey. Located in Bernardsville, Morini pays homage to the soulful cuisine and convivial spirit of the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. The menu,
Reviewed By VinoVeritasZZ
We have celebrated countless birthdays and anniversaries at Osteria Morini; it's always been our family's location of choice for such events. In addition, Osteria Morini has been a go-to for lazy Sunday dinners when no one wants to cook. Until recently, we've always enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service. Our past three experiences (over the past six months) have been substandard. Orders are taken and processed incorrectly; food is delivered at varying times; waitstaff vaporize and are nowhere to be found when an issue arises; and food often is served lukewarm or cold (you can see plates from the open kitchen sitting under heat lamps for what seems like an eternity awaiting table delivery). Their signature pasta, garganelli in a truffle cream sauce has gone from wonderful and light to a pasty mass of pseudo alfredo mush. We're huge fans of Michael White's NYC restaurants but Osteria Morini in Bernardsville is now off our list for local dining.Hello, and thank you so much for taking the time to write this review. I'm sorry that you haven't enjoyed your recent experiences at Osteria Morini in Bernardsville. I would appreciate it if you would reach out to me directly at [email protected] so that I can get a bit more information and have the opportunity to invite you back.Kind regards, Mona CarbonaRegional General Manager, Altamarea Group
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1. Sette
Overall Ratings
4 based on 130 reviews
Executive Chef Allan Philip Russo's highly acclaimed restaurant Sette resides in prestigious countryside Bernardsville, New Jersey. Nationally recognized as "One of the Top 100 Best Restaurants in the United States" by OpenTable, a status rating of "Excel
Reviewed By PhishyTravels
As the subject of my review states-- I see why this is the #1 restaurant (according to TripAdvisor) in Bernardsville. The service was excellent and I believe in part because the physical restaurant itself is rather small. Being in such an intimate atmosphere meant that the wait staff were very involved and expressed their attention to detail.In terms of food, it was also outstanding. I started with a creative take on a beet salad (picture attached)-- thinly sliced with capers, white onion, scallions, and I believe it was jicima slices on top. My main entree consisted of two sea bass filets over greens and topped with tomato, and pickled onions. Loved how quaint and how much of a hole in a wall it was (in downtown Bernardsville) -- it makes you feel the exclusivity. It must fill up fast for dinners!Can't wait to return!
Basking Ridge Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Basking Ridge
