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New Jersey, United States Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Montclair
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Montclair. Montclair (/mɒntˈklɛər/ or /mɒŋˈklɛər/) is a township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 37,669, reflecting a decline of 1,308 (−3.4%) from the 38,977 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 1,248 (+3.3%) from the 37,729 counted in the 1990 Census. As of 2010, it was the 60th-most-populous municipality in New Jersey.
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10. Palazzo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 80 reviews
Reviewed By coughy
Had a really lovely dinner here. On a Sunday night it was quiet and our party of 6 were able to converse in normal voices. Server was lovely, knowledgeable and accommodating. We made many changes to the menu offerings and nothing was a problem. We all had delicious dinners, the salmon and lamb chops being the favorites. Prices are average for the area. Will definitely be back.
9. Osteria Prime 151
Overall Ratings
4 based on 75 reviews
Osteria Prime 151 Provides Excellent Dining Service to New York and Surrounding Areas.
Reviewed By todayisthebest
We can't wait to return! The owner was a riot, and accommodating. The atmosphere sophisticated well appointed. Reasonable prices and you can order wine it will be delivered to your table!! What a hoot.
8. Matthew's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 219 reviews
Reviewed By FarmingtonAttorney
I requested a reservation online for a large family meal after an interment at Immaculate Conception Cemetery. Our family was flying in from all over the country. I was very impressed that the owner called me right away and confirmed the reservation after offering his condolences several times. Matthew explained that there would be another larger group plus open tables which was of no concern to us but it was nice that he fully explained the size of the restaurant. The younger adults and children established their own territory at the table leaving the elder statesmen to speak freely. The staff was polite, polished and very attentive without ever being intrusive. Most of the adults ordered seafood and the respective meals were fresh and extremely well prepared. My mom always loved restaurants like this and she would have been very pleased that we were all fortunate enough to find Matthews and share quality time together as a family....thank you Matthew.
7. Star Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By jaimegut23
Give me a relaxed welcoming environment serving great food over a uptight fancy pants restaurant serving overpriced food every time. Star Pizzeria did not disappoint. Here I will say that it's everything that makes it great. The chill bar with lots of tables, tv's, locals, cheap beer, and good food. We ordered a plain and pepporni pizza. The pizza was crispy, cheesy, and tasty. It was good in a thin crust bar style pizza is good. Would I go back just for the pizza? Probably not but if someone wants good food, cheap drinks, and a casual atmosphere. Star Tavern is a great spot.
6. Ah' Pizz
Overall Ratings
4 based on 123 reviews
Reviewed By 795amyr
Though Ah Pizz is primarily known for its top notch pizzas, we happen to love their many salad choices and entrees as well. The pizza dough and varied standard and unusual topping options are great. We shared a pesto with crumbled sausage, a classic margarita pie and a special with puréed butternut squash. I love the eggplant Parmesan. The portion is large and super fresh. Pastas are also very good. Every month thereâs a large list of specials by category and in fact a salad with watermelon and feta cheese is one of my summer favorites. Itâs also byob which is terrific.
5. Scala del Nonna
Overall Ratings
4 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By RobT_1261o
What makes a great restaurant great is more than just good cuisine. The combination of cuisine, service, atmosphere and value are the attributes to rate a restaurant. The food here however good, canât overcome the noise level in the dining room. The server had to scream out the daily specials and still needed to repeat herself. We were a party of 6 who could only chat with the person to immediate right or left. A member of our party was an architect and he said, thereâs way too much hardscape and nothing to flatten the noise level. Iâm sorry, but I wonât return. I enjoy conversation that can be heard without the use of a bullhorn.
4. Laboratorio Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By redscorp25
First, this is a bring your own booze place. There is a liquor store a block away so you can buy your stuff there. The restaurant is very accommodating in regard to whatever you bring in to drink. The service was excellent. The food was very good. We tried the Barada cheese, which is handmade⦠Delicious. We also had the veal and beef meatballs for an appetizer. It was huge! I had the scallops with cauliflower purée and it was delicious. The desserts were great too. Definitely a neat place, even though itâs quite small. Make a reservation using OpenTable.
3. Salute
Overall Ratings
4 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By jtadelantar
We celebrated my sisters getting her masters in nursing and had dinner here for about 12 people. Besides the challenges of finding parking, itâs very accessible. The server was very sweet and attentive and the overall atmosphere is casual and comfortable. We had our 4 year old and it was way past her bedtime, so we quickly ordered a margarita pizza. It was perfect for her and for us. We also shared the aracini. The pasta fishers were very generous in size and flavorful. Itâs BYOB which makes it more economical for large parties. Overall good good and great service for a crowd.
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2. Corso 98
Overall Ratings
4 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By conradb2
Visited 01/05/2019We've been coming here for many years. The only reason we don't come here more often is because there are some many restaurants in Montclair and the surrounding area and so little time, but Corso 98 is definitely one of our favorites. We definitely need to come here more frequently. For our appetizer we started with the mussels with sausage, which is a tasty and filling dish, easily enough for 2. I had the grilled center cut prime pork chop âcarellaâ, with roasted 'taters' on a bed of broccoli rabe and roasted vinegar hot peppers. (but not too hot.) My wife has the Chilean Sea bass, which she loved. Obviously this didn't come 'alone'... I just can't remember what accompanied this tasty fish, but Corso does a terrific job with their sea bass. We're trying to cut back on desserts, so none of that on this trip. We (of course) did bring some wine to enhance these fine meals. Can't beat a BYO!
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1. Fascino
Overall Ratings
4 based on 232 reviews
"The atmosphere of Fascino, with its minimalist cream and deep red decor, borders on stark but not casual. The complexity's in the entrees, where flavors, scents and textures fuse seamlessly. Puree of kobacha squash soup with oregano crema and hazelnut oi
Reviewed By LSS100NewYork
Fascino is a wonderful place - lovely rooms, excellent service, a terrific menu and absolutely everything was well executed. It's not especially fancy, but warm, friendly, efficient and our group of four had a memorable evening sharing the oysters, roasted Spanish octopus, pappardelle with braised lamb sugo (my personal favorite), halibut, and strip steak, and a side of parmigiana spaetzle (because, you know, who wouldn't), and there was not a misstep or off note throughout. I can't say I'd drive the two hours we would need to get there, but if I have any reason again to be near Montclair, I'd go back in a heart beat.
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