Location: Kearny
Top Restaurants in Kearny
New Jersey, United States Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Kearny
Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Kearny. Kearny (/ˈkɑːrni/ KAR-nee) is a town in Hudson County, New Jersey, United States and a suburb of Newark. As of the 2010 United States Census, the town's population was 40,684, reflecting an increase of 171 (+0.4%) from the 40,513 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 5,639 (+16.2%) from the 34,874 counted in the 1990 Census.
Things to do in Kearny
10. Star Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 236 reviews
Reviewed By jaimegut23
Give me a relaxed welcoming environment serving great food over a uptight fancy pants restaurant serving overpriced food every time. Star Pizzeria did not disappoint. Here I will say that it's everything that makes it great. The chill bar with lots of tables, tv's, locals, cheap beer, and good food. We ordered a plain and pepporni pizza. The pizza was crispy, cheesy, and tasty. It was good in a thin crust bar style pizza is good. Would I go back just for the pizza? Probably not but if someone wants good food, cheap drinks, and a casual atmosphere. Star Tavern is a great spot.
9. 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.
8. 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!
7. 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 !!!
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6. Nino's Pizza & Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By dpg1988
Recently went to a Red Bulls game with some friends who all met at Nino's for a pregame dinner. This is your typical North Jersey Italian pizzeria/restaurant serving all of your favorite traditional Italian dishes. Food is good, prices what you would expect, portions large and the service is great. Even on a game night with two large parties, the wait for our food was no longer then usual. The plus here is that unlike other of these types of restaurants, this one has a liquor license. So instead of paying ridiculous prices for beer at the stadium, have a few at Nino's for about 1/3rd the price. We did. They also have free parking in the strip mall lot. Close to Red Bull Arena, I would highly recommend Nino's for a pre or post game meal and will certainly return when we go to our next game.
5. Dickie Dee's
Overall Ratings
4 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Georgios K
40 years and still the same....great every time...A double with everything for me and C and C cola at list 5 times the month... A MUST TRY
4. Belmont Tavern
Overall Ratings
4 based on 99 reviews
The classic, old-school, NJ Italian, family-style restaurant, and full bar located in Belleville, NJ. The Belmont Tavern is a family run restaurant which has been a part of Belleville, NJ for over 50 years and has a long, rich history in the Newark NJ are
Reviewed By chetndeb
Old school Italian neighborhood place with pictures of celebrities covering the walls and frankie valley playing on the jukebox. We had clams oreganata, long hot peppers, and shrimp Beeps, all excellent. I had to deduct one point for not being able to eat at the bar, and for being rushed.
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3. Luigi's Italian Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 73 reviews
Italian Home Made Style
Reviewed By stardustdrive
Our party of five discovered Luigiâs by chance and found this traditional Italian restaurant a pleasant surprise. It is in the Forest Hill section of Newark and long a mainstay in the neighborhood. We were the first to arrive for lunch in the small storefront restaurant of a dozen tables. When we left, every table was full.It has a full traditional menu which we started with stuffed mushrooms and antipasto. The mortadella and salami were nicely garnished with olives, cheese and tomatoes. The bread was fresh and warm. Our entrees consisted of large portions. The Veal Luigi, Chicken Napolitano, Chicken Sorrentino and Arugula Salad were served with an abundance of side salads and pasta. The cuisine was a nice oasis in the urban landscape. Nevertheless, from a constructive culinary critique, the kitchen can always improve. Some dishes had large portions of hot peppers and tomatoes, but adding some cooked mushrooms and onions would have added more color and texture to the entrees. The Chicken Napolitano could have had a seared glaze of panko instead of sprinkled bread crumbs that lacked consistency. The black olives in the antipasto could have more ripe texture instead of looking like shriveled prunes. It is BYOB, but we ordered soft drinks, ice tea and hot tea. We found that the milk served with the tea could have been cooler than room temperature and wish that the refills would have been complimentary instead of charged for each serving. Service was attentive and friendly but uneven on certain orders. Despite these minor items, we found Luigiâs to offer great value and would return to try other menu items.
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2. Mr Nino's III Family Restaurant
Reviewed By afa1017
We order pizza and pasta from here mostly every week. I specially love the vodka penne and wedding soup.I can also say that the staff working there are very amicable.
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1. La Fiamma
Overall Ratings
5 based on 76 reviews
La Fiamma in Italian means the ( Flame ) A Commitment to exellence has always been our guide in providing our guests with La Fiamma unique cusine in a relaxed ,enjoyable atmosphere . Our fine regional Italian cusine and local culinary awards speak for th
Reviewed By kad1227
Friendly staff and excellent food. Glad we stopped in the night before womens soccer game. Easy walk from Element hotel and so worth it. Calamari was delicious and husband loved the chicken marsala. Fantastic salads and desserts too. A must during your next visit.
