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Where to eat Italian food in Nutley: The Best Restaurants and Bars
Reviews on Italian food in Nutley, New Jersey, United States. Nutley is a township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 28,370, reflecting an increase of 1,008 (+3.7%) from the 27,362 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 263 (+1.0%) from the 27,099 counted in the 1990 Census.
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10. Taste of Tuscany
Overall Ratings
4 based on 67 reviews
Reviewed By Lynb61
Taste of Tuscany is a small pizzeria and restaurant. The food is fresh and tasty. Service was great. I had the bruschetta pizza slice which was topped with lots of tomatoes. My friend had a chopped salad which was awesome. Itâs a nice go to place for lunch.
9. 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!
8. Michael's Riverside
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By 557garyl
I been there many times for parties with family and sporting events the food been excellent every time , appetizers are appealing and filling so don't order to many , I had most of the veal dishes and the Milanese is banging , you can't go wrong , people are very friendly , waiters , and Mike is a great person always says hello to all , excellent night.
7. 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.
6. Ralph's Pizzeria and Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 91 reviews
Reviewed By Sue Y
Ralphâs came highly recommended to me, so I was not prepared for such a poor experience. Our server had a bad attitude with us, which I felt was very uncalled for. We waited a long time for some of the appetizers. We were a party of 7, and our entrees came out at different times. Some of the food was just OK, and some of it was not good at all. I cannot recommend this restaurant at all.
5. Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas
Overall Ratings
4 based on 177 reviews
The place for Italian tapas small plates, hand tossed pizza and world class wines.
Reviewed By DebbieG654
First time. We walk in the bar side and was very impressed. Nice atmosphere. The bar was full so we were going to wait until someone left. A really nice girl server named Rebecca served us the bottle of wine while we waited. We paid the tab. We got seats at the bar. We were told it was tapas. So we ordered truffle ravioli- tuna bruschetta-crispy octopus. Attach is a picture. Tapas I understand is small but couldnât you give two pieces of bruschetta not one? 3 raviolis but for $14.50? The taste and presentation was delicious. We ran out of time so instead of ordering more we got our tab. The tab was $52.78!! Realized they added 2 drinks onto the tab that we didnât drink. We called the girl bartender over and said it wasnât our tab and she started to argue with us! Told us that the other bartender said it was ours. Didnât appreciate the attitude from the start making us have to prove it the mistake. The guy bartender wouldnât come over to confront. It took time for the girl bartender finally to come back. Instead of voiding or taking the drinks off they deducted the drinks separately. Now we have to watch our charge card to make sure the deduction takes place! Needless to say, if thatâs how a restaurant does business, we will NOT be back. Donât need bartenders argue about drinks that wasnât ours making a perfectly beginning of the evening turn negative. Too many other restaurants that appreciate customers.Hi Debbie, we're very sorry to hear about your experience and would like to sincerely apologize for the confusion with the check as that is certainly not how we do business. If you wouldn't mind privately sending us your phone number, our general manager would love to reach out to you personally. We hope to have the opportunity to serve you again and make it up to you.
4. Bella Luce Restaurant & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 60 reviews
Bella Luce Restaurant & Bar brings a a creative classic Italian fare to Nutley, NJ. Fresh Pasta, Meat, and Seafood dishes. Live entertainment every Thursday night. Full bar with delicious cocktails and extensive wine selection.
Reviewed By misstutti2
Do NOT go to this restaurant on a Saturday night. The noise in both dining rooms was unbearable, so that we were unable to have a conversation. That said, the food is terrific. Unfortunately the meal was ruined by the noise, which measured 85 decibels on my sound measurement app. What a waste. Will not be back, though my family lives in this town.Hello misstuttu2, We are sorry that the noise level interrupted your meal, especially since you feel our food is 'terrific'. We have an open floor plan and on most nights all tables and the bar is filled to capacity. We have live entertainment on Thursdays and some Saturdays since our guests request it. Earlier in the evenings, it tends to be a bit quieter, which may make a better dining experience for your taste. We hope you reconsider and give us another try so that you can leave with a more memorable experience.
3. American Bistro
Overall Ratings
4 based on 95 reviews
American Bistro is a neighborhood Italian/American Restaurant situated in Nutley, New Jersey with Amazing Food, Large Portions, Great Bar, Stellar Wine List, & 5 HDTV's in the Bar Area to watch all the games. Owned & Operated by Chef Kenny Mahon since 199
Reviewed By Kevin F
Great stuffed pork chop and appetizers!Service is always top shelf. Been coming here for 20 years!You can easily park and have a drink at the bar while you wait for friends/family.For some reason I always get the stuffed pork. Probably due to the fact that it is the best I have ever had. Not cheap but well worth it!
2. Queen Margherita
Overall Ratings
4 based on 168 reviews
Reviewed By Sprinkles111
The food is excellent, hands down from what the group I was with said. I am Gluten Sensitive & at the time, this place was not accommodating so I had mussels and a salad Kindly sucks when you are with a group and they indulge & you have to split the bill. Ok - onto my review: The place is really SMALL & tables are too close together so if you like family style with people next to you - this is for you. THE NOISE FACTOR is nothing short of absolutely annoying. The night we were there the owner sang, great voice, however, with the place being packed and people talking it was truly a non-enjoyable night out. We could have done without his singing. Parking is on the street so prepare to walk on a Fri or Sat. There is a bakery connected to the restaurant which is really good. THE OWNER SHOULD INVEST IN SOME NOISE FILTERING products to put on the ceiling or walls to make this a more enjoyable dining experience. Also some GLUTEN FREE dishes would be encouraged since many people have this sensitivity especially when a person has a thyroid disease !!!
1. 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.
