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Top 10 Italian food in Plainfield, New Jersey, United States
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Plainfield. Plainfield is a city in Union County, New Jersey, United States, known by its nickname as "The Queen City". As of the 2010 United States Census, the city's population increased to 49,808, its highest ever recorded population in any decennial census, with the population having increased by 1,979 (+4.1%) from the 47,829 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 1,262 (+2.7%) from the 46,567 counted in the 1990 Census.
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10. Alfonso's Pizzeria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By Justin W
This is the second time I have eaten at Alfonso's Pizzeria and both times have been excellent experiences. The pizza here is delicious and well prepared and the family who runs the restaurant is very friendly and welcoming to their customers. Even on a holiday weekend I was surprised how crowded the place was for dinner. Almost all the tables were full when we got there.I was entertaining a few friends there and we ordered a large cheese pizza with half sausage on it. Now I said to myself that I am not that hungry after a large lunch but one bit into that pizza and I downed two more. I could not believe I ate three slices of pizza and enjoyed every bit. The sausage was a nice spicy Italian version that was sliced and loaded on the pizza. Their sauce is well-spiced and full of flavor and the pizza was cooked to a crispy perfection.The owners daughter waited on us and could not have been nicer. She made some good recommendations and we really enjoyed our meal. The pizza was wonderful and the company was perfect.I highly recommend Alfonso's for lunch and dinner!
9. Paisano's Pizzeria & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
3 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By Nancy W
We have been here many times as it is conveniently located in the upper area of the Watchung mall. You can have a self- serve order and just pick a table, or sit down and order from the menu.The have midweek pasta and chicken specials which we have tried too. Large portions and nice service for a reasonable price. During the week they have a special: 2 plain slices and a fountain sofa for $5. Hard to beat!
8. Marino's Pizzeria
Reviewed By ssg47
I work in the neighborhood and have been coming to Marino's for years. It is a pizzeria but it also has a quiet, white table clothed section where you can sit and enjoy a dinner and byob, which I love. I think I've had just about everything on the menu. Sometimes our office gets lunch here and other times dinner. Some favorites, besides their different varieties of pizza, are the red pasta fasoli, filet of sole with a lemon butter sauce, eggplant parm, and the salads. It's located in the Watchung Triangle near the Watchung Post Office. You can take out or eat in and they have late hours, so it's very convenient. If you haven't been there, give them a try.
7. Ciccio's Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By dol70re
Freshly made zeppoli on Fridays, leftovers on Saturdays.Pizza if not made for order not so fresh.Dinners not bad.Biggest plus are these great ladies. Big shout out to you for your great customer service, politeness and big smiles.
6. Houdini Pizza Laboratory
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By softail123
What a great find so close to home. Authentic Neopolitan style pizza made with quality fresh homemade ingredients in a wood fired oven. I have tried the margherita and artichoke pizza so far and both were excellent, even the crust was delicious. Though this place is mostly about pizza, there are some pasta specials. The homemade gnocchi and tagliatelle with Bolognese sauce is some of the best I've tasted outside of Italy. My family is from the Friuli region of Italy where gnocchi is a staple, and their gnocchi is as authentic as they come. The lasagna is also excellent, not your typical lasagna covered in cheese and a heavy red sauce. My wife and eat out on a regular basis at a few favorites in the area, this place has definitely been added to the rotation.
5. Jessica's Cafe
Reviewed By Rev1911
This place recently opened and we had a great experience. The staff is very friendly and attentive and the owner came out to greet all the patrons. It is a clean, quaint little place. My wife and I split the stuffed rice balls (risotto, peas, meat, fresh mozzarella, tomato ragua) as an appetizer and I had the rigatoni bolognese. Both were excellent and very flavorful. The portions were large enough that I was full and my wife took some of her panini home. It is also a byob. We were very happy with the find and we look forward to returning and trying some of the other dishes.
4. Rita's Italian Ice
Reviewed By GingerGinny
Only open seasonally. They have an interesting deal going with the custard and Italian ice mixes and such, but the ice cream is actually quite expensive for what you get. You're better off going to Scoops instead, which is a local business with homemade ice cream!
3. la Strada
Reviewed By MissionSpirit
Tucked into this small mall like a clam between rocks, this "ristorante" ranks with the likes of any on Carmine St! Do not let the place or the setting fool you...one taste of the home cooked food by a man who loves his food will have you coming back for more...even though you have enough for a doggie bag as it is!
2. Italian Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 19 reviews
Reviewed By Mr D
After we took our daughter to Knit a Bit in Fanwood, we wanted a light bite. Looked on yelp and chose Italian Village. Great food, friendly staff and quick service. We had some of the great selection of different types of slices and a very tasty calzone.
1. Pepe's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 36 reviews
Reviewed By AndiamoAMagna
Went on a Thursday, and restaurant was practically empty. Service was spot on. Food was good, especially the pasta fagioli ($8.95) and fried calamari. Desserts were a bit expensive but also also good. Parking is limited and a challenge; location is a BYOB, and I believe ownership changed a year ago, but receipts have remained consistent. Overall pretty good food at a reasonable price.
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