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1. Nami Nori - Montclair

4.8

Exceptional(15)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Montclair

Booked 18 times today

Nami Nori is a casual, Japanese restaurant specializing in open-style temaki hand rolls, located in Montclair. The menu features signature hand rolls, including crunchy varieties, as well as classic versions, and a special vegan section. Japanese-inspired dishes from the kitchen and desserts are also on offer. We accept reservations up to 30 days in advance. Please note that the grace period is 10 minutes for guests who are running late. We kindly ask that guests respect our dinner seating times of 1 hr 30 minutes for parties up to 3 and 2 hours for parties of 4-5, and 2 hr 30 minutes for parties of 6 or more. Featured Menu items:Spicy Crab Dynamite TemakiTuna Poke with Crispy Shallots TemakiAvocado "Toast" TemakiSpicy Tuna Dip with Crispy Rice Chips

2. Elia

4.9

Exceptional(3432)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • East Rutherford

Booked 22 times today

A unique dining experience in an authentic atmosphere. Step through our doors and feel as if you have been transported to a Mediterranean island.

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3. Laboratorio Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(2328)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montclair

Booked 15 times today

Laboratorio Kitchen offers guests a modern atmosphere paired with seasonal food and tender service. We are a BYOB restaurant. Chef/Owner James DeSisto has a seasonal a la carte menu featuring fresh seafood, pasta, steaks, and appetizers. In addition there is a chef’s special menu featuring local and seasonal food from all over NJ, PA, and NY please keep in mind this menu changes weekly. Chef DeSisto also has gluten free and vegan options for guests as well. Our outdoor patio is weather permitting, if we cannot accommodate outside due to weather we will move you inside depending on availability. Some must try’s are the giant meatball, house made pastas, steak au poivre or our delicious day boat scallops!! Do not skip dessert everything from start to finish will be memorable, so come in and enjoy culinary excellence with us!

4. Bella Luce

4.4

Awesome(450)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Nutley

Booked 2 times today

For the many people who thought Luce Restaurant in Caldwell was the ultimate mix of “good food, good people, and good prices” you are in for a very pleasant surprise. Bella Luce in Nutley actually surpasses it as the quintessential dining experience in Northern New Jersey. Opened in March of 2015, Bella Luce picks up where Luce left off and has been transformed into a trendy, yet casual, atmosphere, serving authentic Italian cuisine highlighting signature dishes.

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5. Ah'Pizz - Montclair

4.5

Awesome(98)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Montclair

Booked 8 times today

Ah'pizz is a pizza restaurant offering authentic Neapolitan pizza. Many people know a Neapolitan-style pizza when they see one, but don't know what gives its distinctive look and taste. Ah'pizz is more than happy to educate its guests, ensuring diners know exactly why this pizza tastes so good. First, Ah'pizz' red sauce is made with San Marzano tomatoes that have been harvested from the volcanic plains surrounding Mt. Vesuvius. The flour used to make the dough is finely ground imported Italian flour and everything is cooked in an extremely hot wood burning stone oven for no more than ninety seconds.Ah'Pizz menu contains all kinds of classic Italian recipes. There is the traditional marinara made without cheese, the margherita, the salsiccia made with crumbled Italian sausage and the house specialty Uovo made with crisp prosciutto, imported burrata cheese and a roasted egg over a white sauce.

6. Matisse 167

4.7

Exceptional(1272)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Rutherford

Booked 6 times today

Think of us for artful cuisine and a great dining experience! We are your preferred "Bring Your Own Bottle" BYOB destination for special occasions, milestones, small corporate parties and get togethers. Chef Greg's acclaimed, seasonal four-course Prix-Fixe Menu is offered Wednesday through Sunday evenings. Our garden patio awaits you for a delightful outdoor dining experience. Matisse's elegant main dining room is adorned with Matisse silhouettes and bejeweled chandeliers, and our front dining room displays a Moroccan themed decor. Our team looks forward to providing you and your guests with excellent cuisine, great service, and a special evening to remember!

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7. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

4.6

Exceptional(1393)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Clifton

Booked 10 times today

Spuntino Wine Bar & Italian Tapas set out with the goal of introducing a wonderful breadth of world-class international wine that is paired with an expansive Italian, small plate menu. Our wine list and food menu are thoughtfully prepared and selected by a team that strives to introduce our guests to new, fresh Italian flavors.Wine is Spuntino’s second name! With over 50 wines by the glass, over 150 by the bottle, four wines on tap, and three wine flights offered daily, Spuntino really does have something for everyone.

8. Vesta Wood-Fired

4.5

Awesome(378)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • East Rutherford

Booked 8 times today

classic & jersey italian provisions, & local seasonally inspired dishes prepared on our wood-fired grille & hearth.

9. Zeugma

4.8

Exceptional(1431)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Montclair

Booked 24 times today

**Only Fridays and Saturdays ( Only Adults ) We do not accommodate kids after 5pm**We don't guarantee the location of the table, but we try our best to accommodate. We gladly hold the table for 15 minutes grace period.** Outdoor sitting first come first serve.Zeugma Grill offers a distinct menu for its customers that is sure to please the palate. The Mediterranean fusion and modern menu includes mezzes, special entrees, salads, desserts and much more. Try our fresh made and our creations BEET FALAFEL, MANTI(Handmade Mushroom dumpling). Domenico winery also sells their California wines out our restaurant so no need to stop on your way for a bottle. We look forward to serving you. Mediterranean inspired cuisine mixed with all Mediterranean Cities Flavorful herbs and spices combine textures to appease broad-based palates.Our r attentive staff ensures that your entire dining experience at ZEUGMA is stellar from beginning to end.

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10. Jarana New Jersey - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar

4.8

Exceptional(307)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • East Rutherford

Booked 6 times today

JARANA is a vibrant Peruvian cuisine and pisco bar located in the Esplanade at Aventura, South Florida. It celebrates Peru's culinary heritage with an authentic yet approachable menu that blends traditional recipes with global influences, particularly from Japanese, Chinese, and Italian cuisines. The restaurant embodies the spirit of a lively Peruvian celebration, or 'jarana,' featuring abundant food, music, and spirited drinks. A highlight is its extensive beverage program centered around pisco, offering classic cocktails and a selection of wines and local craft beers. Open daily for lunch, dinner, and late-night dining, JARANA provides a welcoming atmosphere that showcases the warmth of Peruvian hospitality.

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Cynthia
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing per usual! Staff, food & location 5 stars all around of if I could rate higher I would!
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Nami Nori - MontclairPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Montclair
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4.8
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Steve
New Jersey •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
As usual, Laboratorio kitchen did not disappoint. The Sole was perfectly cooked and served hot over spinach and haricot verts…. And it was delicious. The appy’s and desserts were fresh and delicately prepared. Lastly, service was on point. Another great dinner experience, Bravo Laboratorio Kitchen.
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Laboratorio KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montclair
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4.7
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Victor M.
New York City •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
This was our second visit. First one great but this one way greater. Manny very professional and knowledgeable. Gave amazing recommendation and all were spot on. Definitely will be returning. This place is very good for any type of occasion, even to impress someone because of how great the food is and even better the service.
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EliaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• East Rutherford
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4.9
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Lauravip
Orlando / Central Florida East •53 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 29, 2024
Great food and service. Thank you for a great evening and celebration
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Ah'Pizz - MontclairPrice: Moderate• Italian• Montclair
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4.5
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Debivip
Denver / Colorado •22 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 21, 2024
We came to visit friends in NJ. There were 7 of us. This restaurant was recommended by a friend. All of us loved it. When we got there we discovered there was music playing. It was fun music but very loud. They were so nice and moved us in the back so we could talk to each other. The food was fantastic. Great portions. Everyone really enjoyed the evening. Service couldn’t have been better
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Bella LucePrice: Moderate• Italian• Nutley
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4.4

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345 restaurants available nearby

1. Nami Nori - Montclair

2. Elia

3. Laboratorio Kitchen

4. Bella Luce

5. Ah'Pizz - Montclair

6. Matisse 167

7. Spuntino Wine Bar and Italian Tapas

8. Vesta Wood-Fired

9. Zeugma

10. Jarana New Jersey - Peruvian Cuisine & Pisco Bar

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