New Jersey, United States Food Guide: 10 Italian food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Maplewood

September 11, 2019 Leida Jutras

Find out what Italian restaurants to try in Maplewood. Maplewood is a suburban township in Essex County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 23,867, reflecting a decline of 1 person (0.0%) from the 23,868 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 2,216 (+10.2%) from the 21,652 counted in the 1990 Census.
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10. Da Nico

291 Essex St, Millburn, NJ 07041-1313 Italian, European Dinner, Lunch Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, BYOB [email protected] +1 973-467-7873 http://danicomillburn.com/?page_id=1197
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4 based on 60 reviews

Da Nico

Reviewed By Lily54

Our party of 4 enjoyed a pleasant dinner on a Saturday evening. Our salad and entrees were excellent. Oh and the chocolate cake with chocolate gelato was delicious! The calamari appetizer was average. Service was excellent. This is my favorite location for dining in Millburn, slightly off the beaten path with easy on street or municipal lot parking.I'm so glad Da Nico's opened in this location. We'll be making Da Nico's one of our regular dining spots.

9. Gian Marco Trattoria

301 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041-1608 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Delivery, Takeout, Seating, Reservations, Table Service, BYOB +1 973-467-5818 http://www.gianmarconj.com
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4 based on 56 reviews

Gian Marco Trattoria

Reviewed By YayeMama

Although the ownership is still the same at Trattoria Gian Marco since my last review in 2014, this place has gone downhill.The menu hasn't really changed in several years' time but the product sure has. We had a romantic dinner for two tonight and were disappointed.The wait staff was very attentive - the waiter came around more than needed to refill our water glass and to ask if everything was ok. However, the food wasn't great.Most tables received Italian bread with dipping oil but we got focaccia at our table. When asked for a bread refill, more focaccia was brought. This was way too filling than regular Italian bread the other patrons in the dining room received. Not sure why our table was different.The stuffed artichoke was really gross - nothing more than gooey cheese in an overcooked large artichoke smothered in brown sauce. We didn't even eat 1/3 of the appetizer and I certainly wouldn't order it again. The Caesar salad was another big disappointment - chopped romaine greens with croutons and caesar dressing from a bottle. How do we know? Not a hint of anything other than bottled salad dressing. I expect more from a $10 salad, especially in an Italian restaurant. I make Caesar salad so I know what the dressing should taste like.My husband had the sun-dried tomato and goat cheese ravioli which were decent but my rigatoni with vodka sauce (a favorite of mine) was smothered to death in the sauce, a real disappointment considering how much I love this dish. There was a lack of pancetta from the meal - not even a single piece.I used to love coming here for Italian, but will now need to find another place. Not what it used to be.

8. Cara Mia

194 Essex St, Millburn, NJ 07041-1601 Italian Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, BYOB (973) 379-8 http://www.caramiamillburn.com
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4 based on 120 reviews

Cara Mia

Reviewed By Carole S

We arrived rather late for dinner, so the room was very crowded with two parties. One was so noisy I couldn't hear my husband at all. They did apologize later, though. Service was great, friendly and professional. Unfortunately, they were out of the apple tart, so we opted for excellent cannoli even though they didn't have chocolate chips.Ask to be seated on the right-hand side room.

7. La Strada

355 Millburn Ave, Millburn, NJ 07041-6373 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Delivery, Reservations, BYOB 973-467-3420 http://lastradanuova.com
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4 based on 95 reviews

La Strada

Reviewed By Aldo V

Pre show dinner did not disappoint. Chicken Murphy was outstanding...veal saltimbocca on target. Gnocchi for the table a big hit and the paparadelle cooked to perfection.The portions are oversized, the service very attentive and friendly....and the pricing not what you would expect for Millburn....very economical.BYOB....will definitely return.

6. La Pergola

120 Essex St, Millburn, NJ 07041-1601 Italian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, Highchairs Available, BYOB +1 973-376-6838 http://lapergolanj.com/
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4 based on 175 reviews

La Pergola

Reviewed By Diana A

Wow! That was the exact word I said after trying a small bite of this incredible food. This restaurant is absolutely amazing! Everything from the atmosphere down to the dessert at the end of the night was just magical. Every time I visit, I feel as though the food gets better and better! When you are there and eating this astonishing food, you feel as though you are on vacation in Italy! Thank you so much La Pergola for giving me a taste of Europe with every single bite I take. I will be back very soon!!!

5. Roman Gourmet

153 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040-2530 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Wheelchair Accessible, Delivery, Reservations +1 973-762-4288 http://www.theromangourmetpizza.com
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4 based on 39 reviews

Roman Gourmet

Reviewed By Bob L

This is mainly a pizza parlor although they have other things as well. My review however is about their gluten-free pizza. It is terrific, some of the very best gluten-free pizza I have ever had, and I have tried a lot. Highly recommended for gluten-free pizza, either eaten there, take-out or delivered.

4. Village Trattoria

2 Inwood Pl, Maplewood, NJ 07040-2529 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible +1 973-761-7711 http://www.villagetrattoria.com/
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4 based on 47 reviews

Village Trattoria

Reviewed By Patty M

Traditional pizza is delicious. Caeser salad with grilled chicken breast was nice with tons of grilled chicken breast. (Too much to eat!). I would ask for a little more dressing next time. Great place to order for family as there are numerous choices from pizza, salads, pasta and specialty dishes. Yes, Arturos is down the street but Village Trattoria has a much more extensive menu and the taste is fantastic.

3. Basilico

324 Millburn Ave Ste B, Millburn, NJ 07041-1672 Italian Lunch, Dinner, Late Night Takeout, Reservations, Seating, Parking Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, BYOB [email protected] +1 973-379-7020 http://www.facebook.com/BasilicoMillburn/
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4 based on 201 reviews

Basilico

Basilico was established by co-owners Mario DeMarco and Angelo Delbecchi, formerly of Sergio's; also in Millburn. Both are graduates of the Hotel Management School in Alassio, Italy. Both from Italy, they have brought their original and authentic Italian

Reviewed By conquistador74

My wife sons and I had a delicious dinner at Basilico tonight. From the Prosciutto and melon to the fried calamari to the gnocchi Bolognese... the short ribs were awesome, the arrabiata delicious. Everything was perfect as we’ve come to expect. Grazie, tutti!

2. Boccone South

59 S Orange Ave, South Orange, NJ 07079-1715 Italian Lunch, Dinner Reservations, Seating, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, BYOB +1 973-378-9222 http://www.bocconesouth.com
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4 based on 65 reviews

Boccone South

Reviewed By kernst2016

We've been going to Boccone South for years. It's right in the middle of downtown South Orange a quaint not-so-small village in North Jersey. Their pastas and meat dishes are excellent. The staff is friendly and entertaining. We love that it's 5 minutes from our house.

What to do and see in Maplewood, United States: The Best Places and Tips

1. Arturos Osteria & Pizzeria

180 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ 07040-2565 Italian, Pizza Lunch, Dinner Takeout, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Table Service, BYOB +1 973-378-5800 http://www.arturosnj.com/
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4 based on 206 reviews

Arturos Osteria & Pizzeria

Reviewed By NJ_Critic4334

Everything here is so fresh and tasty - never disappoints! Only complaint is I wish the place took reservations or expanded. Many times we want to go but don't because we just don't have the time or patience to wait (and wait, and wait.....)

Maplewood Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Maplewood

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