Best Italian Restaurants in Middletown

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Trattoria Toscana

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4.0

Excellent(9)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Middletown

Booked 6 times today

Experience the Flavors of Tuscany at our Italian RestaurantExperience authentic Italian cuisine made with fresh ingredients accompanied by the best selection of wines. Our burger menu and wide array of meat choices transforms our Italian Restaurant into Italian steakhouse

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2. Semolina Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(3164)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 37 times today

Semolina Restaurant in Red Bank, New Jersey, epitomizes the essence of farm-to-table dining with its dedication to fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Celebrated for its homemade pastas and a menu that adapts to the seasons, Semolina offers a dining experience that is both authentic and delightful. Patrons rave about the quality of the dishes with comments like "The balance of flavors is so well executed" and "The food is always amazing." This BYO gem ensures each dish, from the half roasted chicken to the perfectly prepared pasta, showcases the best local produce, making every meal a testament to the culinary treasures of New Jersey. Whether it's your first visit or you're a regular, Semolina's commitment to excellence and warm, accommodating service promises a memorable dining experience every time.

3. Pazzo Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(4609)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 50 times today

Pazzo is an Italian restaurant in Red Bank serving a variety of traditional menu items, along with several unique family recipes and other creative fare. Our Italian cuisine is made with the freshest ingredients from local farms and importers direct from Italy. Wines, craft beers and exclusive cocktails are paired with our dishes to enhance your dining experience. We also offer Gluten Free pizzas and pastas!

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4. Il Colosseo - New Jersey

4.8

Exceptional(854)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 16 times today

Il Colosseo in Red Bank, New Jersey, is a treasure trove of culinary delight, especially celebrated for its traditional brick oven pizza that captures the essence of authentic Italian pizzeria cuisine. Patrons consistently praise the quality and authenticity of their dishes, with remarks like "Food was amazing" and the pizza being "one of the best I’ve ever had." The restaurant also offers a vibrant atmosphere complemented by "excellent service," ensuring a memorable dining experience. Il Colosseo stands out for its commitment to tradition and quality, making it a must-visit for anyone craving genuine Italian pizza and a welcoming, upbeat dining environment.

5. Buona Sera

4.7

Exceptional(1708)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 29 times today

(Online reservations for 5 or more, please call us)** 2 hour min required for Pre Count Basie show reservations. The classy and elegant Buona Sera is located in Red Bank area of New Jersey. The dining room is gorgeous with carefully planned details and decorations that add a sense of refinement to the restaurant. You can also host an event or party in the Wine Cellar or Tuscan Room. Catering services can be ordered for in-house reservations as well as for outside events. Buona Sera is a full service bar and restaurant, and our menu is quite extensive, giving you a lot of lunch and dinner options to choose from. Start off with one of the large and flavorful appetizers, then continue to the main course. Entrées at Buona Sera include pasta, veal, choice steaks, chicken, pork chops, various types of ravioli and seafood. Veal chops from this restaurant are some of the most popular dishes on the menu and are worth trying.

6. Elli’s Backyard

4.6

Exceptional(416)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 6 times today

Step into the sweet splendor of Elli’s Backyard in Red Bank, NJ, where dessert isn't just a dish but a divine experience. Renowned for its unique and delightful treats, this family-owned gem offers an unforgettable end to any meal. Patrons rave about the decadent flourless chocolate cake and the whimsical "bomb" dessert—a soft chocolate chip cookie paired ingeniously with ice cream. As one satisfied customer exclaimed, it's "appropriately named" for its explosive flavor! Another standout is the S'more tray, a fun and interactive dessert that enhances the cozy, backyard-like ambiance of Elli's. Ideal for family gatherings or a casual sweet escape, Elli's Backyard promises a top-tier dessert experience that tantalizes the taste buds and warms the heart.

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7. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

4.9

Exceptional(553)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Hazlet

Booked 4 times today

Located in Hazlet NJ. Serving fresh Italian favorites with our own signature dishes. Make a reservation today to try the best Italian in the area!

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8. Monticello at Red Bank

4.6

Exceptional(1644)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 9 times today

At Monticello at Red Bank, the essence of Contemporary Italian cuisine is celebrated with an unwavering commitment to freshness and quality. Nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of Red Bank, this culinary gem stands out for its homegrown organic ingredients, ensuring each dish resonates with authentic Mediterranean flavors. Patrons rave about the "always fresh and delicious" meals, highlighting specialties like the "perfectly cooked salmon" and "flavorful calamari." The restaurant's philosophy of clean eating is reflected in its use of non-GMO, all-natural ingredients, making every meal not just a feast for the taste buds but also a healthful choice. Monticello is not just a dining experience; it's a testament to the beauty of well-crafted Contemporary Italian cuisine, making it a must-visit for anyone in Red Bank.

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9. Urban CoalHouse - Red Bank

4.5

Awesome(422)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Red Bank

Booked 3 times today

Welcome to Urban CoalHouse where we serve up old world Neapolitan traditions in a friendly, relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.We invite you to enjoy our carefully handcrafted signature menu which is prepared in our 900 degree Coal Fired oven using only the freshest, highest quality ingredients.Our award winning coal oven roasted wings, delicious appetizers, selection of artisan old world style pizzas and dinner platters are the perfect complement for time shared with family, friends colleagues, or that special someone.Urban CoalHouse boasts a wide selection of craft beer on Tap, homemade Sangria and signature cocktails for you to enjoy while dining, watching your favorite sports team on one of our many TV’s or during our extended after work & weekend happy hours.We invite you to enjoy and we look forward to seeing you again at Urban CoalHouse.

10. A Salute

4.4

Awesome(436)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Matawan

Booked 9 times today

A Salute in Matawan, NJ, is not just your average Italian restaurant; it's a gem that has been voted #1 for the best Italian food on the East Coast by BayCitizen.org! Nestled in a picturesque 1850s church, this dining spot offers a unique blend of history with contemporary Italian cuisine that keeps patrons coming back. Guests rave about dishes like the "spicy rigatoni" and "arancini," each bursting with authentic flavors. A visitor highlighted, "To say this place is incredible is an understatement! From the drinks to the food, everything was amazing." With accolades like these and a charming atmosphere, A Salute stands out as a top destination for Italian cuisine lovers seeking quality and authenticity.

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seppivip
New Jersey •77 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was amazing! Special two for one pasta tonight! Ambiance was special too
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Pazzo RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Red Bank
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4.4
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Susan
New York City •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
What a great dining experience. Very attentive staff, great service, huge portions and very tasty. Definite do over.
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Buona SeraPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Red Bank
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4.7
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Bethvip
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is our go-to place, brought another couple tonight, and they loved it as much as we do. We had the perfect table in the back, and it was nice and big to fit all our great choices. The food was excellent, and my husband said it was the best pork chop he had ever had. Everyone left happy! 😊
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Il Colosseo - New JerseyPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Red Bank
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4.8
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K.vip
New York City •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It’s literally impossible to have a bad dining experience at Semolina. The staff are phenomenal, the seasonally rotating menu is perfection, and the budino + espresso are a thing of beauty. The only thing that can go wrong when you visit Semolina is that you forget to BYOB. Plan ahead, pick your wine, and book a table now.
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Semolina RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Red Bank
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4.8
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ANTHONY
New York City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 6, 2024
Staff was warm and friendly. Drinks were made well and you need to know your wine so not to over pay. The did was above average but not great. The specials were excellent but over priced. It's a very nice restaurant but it looks too much like the old Chinese restaurant. They need to make it more authentic Italian with the decor. We had a good time but I'm not sure we will go back. I'm very particular about my Italian food and I prefer other restaurants over this one. Time will tell.
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Trattoria ToscanaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Middletown
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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Trattoria Toscana

2. Semolina Restaurant

3. Pazzo Restaurant

4. Il Colosseo - New Jersey

5. Buona Sera

6. Elli’s Backyard

7. Assaggini di Roma - Hazlet

8. Monticello at Red Bank

9. Urban CoalHouse - Red Bank

10. A Salute

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