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RISTORANTE IL MONELLO, Peapack and Gladstone, NJ

RISTORANTE IL MONELLO

4.2
4.2
84 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
Our authentic Italian in Peapack, NJ is prepared by a world-class chef, trained in the traditions of classic Abruzzese cooks. Martino Asagjeka cooks from the heart and takes pleasure in crafting every meal to the very highest standards. He has been a chef for more than three decades, working in some of the finest restaurants and steakhouses in the region, including high-end venues in New York City.

Chef Asagjeka puts the quality of food and the integrity of traditional preparation above all else. He cooks everything to-order using only the best in locally-sourced, fresh ingredients. From making pasta by hand to plating and presentation, everything is as much art as it is cuisine with chef Asagjeka in our kitchen!

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa

What 84 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 3.7Service
  • 3.8Ambience
  • 3.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ristorante Il Monello offers a "wonderful experience" with "spectacular food" and "supreme service," often compared to dining in Italy. Guests rave about the "homemade pear and Gorgonzola pasta" and the "fantastic ambiance," making it perfect for "romantic dinners" or "family gatherings." Despite some service inconsistencies, it remains a beloved gem.

84 Reviews
  1. Anna31312 VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner last night! Service and food were both amazing. Loved all of the complimentary additions: fresh pecorino cheese from the wheel, zucchini, limoncello! Had delicious pasta and chicken dishes for dinner, and a tiramisu dessert to go. Would love to come back!

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  2. andrea VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Il Monello is our family favorite!

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  3. William VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place for a nice quiet relaxing meal.

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  4. Bryan VIP

    New York City27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were outstanding. The ambiance is great and perfect for date night or family gatherings.

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  5. Don VIP

    New York City44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Martino never fails to impress! He and his staff do an excellent job making you feel like family. The meatball appetizer is fantastic!

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  6. Sharon

    New York City2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on January 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    I should have read the recent reviews here before dining at Il Monello on New Year’s Eve. We needed a last minute reservation at 7 pm and this was one of the only places available nearby. We have lived in the area for more than 25 years and had never been here. In Peapack, Azzuro has been our “go to.” Upon arrival, I noted that the parking lot was only about 25% full which seemed strange for New Year’s Eve. Inside, less than 50% of the tables were occupied. Upon being seated, we were handed the $100 prix fixe 3 course menu with very limited options. As others have mentioned, this came as a complete surprise as it was not mentioned on Open Table, the restaurant’s own website, or their reservation confirmation phone call earlier in the day. We were headed to another event after dinner and just wanted salad and pasta and weren’t interested in a full 3 course meal nor spending $100 per person. We explained that we were unaware of the “special” menu but Martino rather rudely insisted that we should have known as it it was posted on the website along with the Valentines Day menu. Absolutely not the case! We told Martino we were willing to leave; however, after some pushback, he let us order off the regular menu but told us we had to be “quiet” about it so that the other guests didn’t hear. Not surprisingly, service from this point on was lacking until it was time to pay the bill and leave despite the fact there were several staff members that seemed to be standing around at all times. And, the 2 pasta dishes we ordered were okay but rather bland. Perhaps that is the reason Martino flooded my husband’s dish with fresh ground pepper? No need to tolerate rude behavior, “sketchy” menu/pricing practices, poor service, and mediocre food. There are better options for good BYOB Italian restaurants! We passed Azzuro on the way out and it was still very busy. Hopefully “management” will take note but we will not be back.

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  7. Joe

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on December 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best Italian places I've ever been to according to me, my son and my wife

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  8. michael and janice VIP

    New York City22 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 27, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The mood kind of gets ruined when you’re asked “Do you want to talk or order?” Also rather rudely and loudly asked “Did you hear we have cold seafood salad over your talking?” Yes we heard but first we wanted to enjoy or wine with friends we haven’t seen in 2 yrs. Dinner could wait a bit. Considering there are two other very good restaurants the same road, I’d be a little more courteous.

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  9. Lisa VIP

    Key West6 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    I think we should be told if a restaurant is pre-fix. 100 pp for 3 courses was a lot. Then they wre out of what i wanted (5:30 reservation). We waited for 40 mins before anyone even came over to us. No one raved about the food. They all said meh. Dessert was good. Ithink there are too many better Italian BYOs in the area to return.

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  10. Christine

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on December 25, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Our Christmas Day experience was marred by several shortcomings . When making the reservation, a table with a view was requested; however, we were seated at a table crammed into a corner. It was a prix fixe menu which was not mentioned nor advertised on their website. The service was inattentive, as we poured our own wine and asked for items several times. Despite these issues, the appetizers were great; we especially enjoyed the meatballs. Martino was rude on several occasions and became furious and accusatory when told the veal dish was dry and not edible. The best dish we enjoyed was the chicken, and luckily the desserts left a pleasant taste in our mouths.

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RISTORANTE IL MONELLO is rated 4.2 stars by 84 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
8:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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89 Main St, Peapack and Gladstone, NJ 07934

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
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