Location: North Brunswick
Top Restaurants in North Brunswick
Best Italian food near North Brunswick, New Jersey, United States
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in North Brunswick. North Brunswick is a township in Middlesex County, New Jersey, United States. At the 2010 United States Census, the population was 40,742, reflecting an increase of 4,455 (+12.3%) from the 36,287 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 5,000 (+16.0%) from the 31,287 counted in the 1990 Census. Located south of the city of New Brunswick, North Brunswick was named for its earlier-established neighbor, South Brunswick, New Jersey. The "Brunswick" comes from New Brunswick, which was named after the German city of Braunschweig (formerly translated in English as Brunswick) or for the British royal House of Brunswick. North and South Brunswick, in turn, became the namesakes for East Brunswick. Alternatively, the city gets its name from King George II of Great Britain, the Duke of Brunswick-Lüneburg.
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10. Aposto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Melanie M
Italian- leaning cuisine with Greek elements, this homey restaurant is run by a Greek family. Irene, the co-owner, pitches in with the regular chef, and often cooks the Greek dishes and desserts. Service is friendly and helpful, if not always speedy. Locals come regularly for the good food, atmosphere and daily specials (which are often among the best offerings).
9. Mancini Brooklyn Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 117 reviews
Reviewed By EmJayBV
The carne pizza is really very good, beaten only by Franco Peppe's (we eat pizza often). The eggplant pizza was good - could do with more eggplant on it though. The large pizzas are enormous but being delicious nothing goes spare. We ordered through ubereats and wouldn't hesitate to order from them again.
8. La Tavola Cucina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 68 reviews
La Tavola Cucina, or the kitchen table, has become the best kept secret in the Central Jersey area. Creatively led by owners Jill and Steve Sullivan, La Tavola Cucina provides a whole new dining experience of exceptional food and impeccable service for a
Reviewed By Maddiesgrandmaw
My daughter and I stopped in for dinner recently. The bartender was also our waiter and made very good suggestions for drinks and dinner! The quality of the food was excellent. Everything tasted so fresh! I will return again!
7. Filippo's Famous Pizza
Overall Ratings
4 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By elk2370bruce
Just around the corner from the State theater. If you're looking for fancy surroundings, this is not the place. Family business with super food and quick service. Have eaten lunch there many times and is a good place for a bite before going to the State Theater.
6. Nino's Pizza and Subs
Reviewed By sanyaiscute
We were close by on route 130 and wanted to grab a quick bite as we were heading for another meeting finishing one meeting stopped by this place and ordered for chicken nuggets, chicken parmesan and garlic knots which was very good and tasty but I felt it was little pricey.
5. Panico's
Overall Ratings
3 based on 126 reviews
Across the street from the main Panico's restaurant, but a totally different establishment, specializing in delicious thin-crust pizza.
Reviewed By Carole S
We arrived fairly early in the evening, so it was very quiet. The hostess seated a very noisy group right next to us in a nearly empty restaurant. Service was OK. The food was OK, typical Italian style food. The fish was good.
4. Catherine Lombardi Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 224 reviews
Reviewed By TeamMan
We had not dined here for a very long time. And that was our mistake. The food, the service and the ambiance are all first-rate. Our group included several Italians as well as others who had traveled to Italy multiple times. The consensus on Catherine Lombardo was "top-notch," "excellent."Several of us had the Lasagna, a house specialty and it did not disappoint. Ditto for the Eggplant. I should mention that not only was the food great, but the portions were enormous. Several people took home enough for a second meal at home.Our server was friendly and helpful but not intrusive. We will be back. It's a great spot for a pre-show dinner if you have tickets for the State Theater. Welcome Back! And thanks for your kind review.
3. Fresco Steak & Seafood
Overall Ratings
4 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By Karen46434
Recently dined there with a small group of about a dozen friends. The food was excellent and well-prepared. The service was exceptional, the waiters were attentive and helpful. Prices were reasonable considering the more than ample portions served.
2. Due Mari
Overall Ratings
4 based on 346 reviews
Due Mari is a highly acclaimed, authentic modern Italian restaurant featuring cuisine from award winning Chef Michael White. Due Mari brings a comfortable atmosphere and outstanding food together, with a large selection of wines to pair, and service that
Reviewed By ClaudioCannas
We went there for dinner and we had fried calamari and octopus as entree. While the calamari were delicious the octopus was served with peas and sauce which extremely strength the taste of this fish. Same story for branzino: extremely good quality of food but too much dressed with other flavors. Sweets were nice.Surely it deserve another visit as the quality of ingredients is excellent however I suggest to make things simpler.
1. Luca's Ristorante
Overall Ratings
4 based on 245 reviews
Reviewed By Foghorn8508
Located in a small strip center, you can almost drive right past it. Some of the most authentic Italian food I have ever had. We had the Lasagna - fresh, hot and a huge portion; Potato gnocchi - again fresh, flavorful; Tomato based fish - tons of fish and a very good portion; Sea bass - some of the best any of us have ever tasted. The only thing keeping Luca's getting an excellent was the service - the young men had to be asked for more bread, water and what was for dessert. This will not keep us from coming back to enjoy a real Italian meal.
