Food is absolutely delicious! Prices are very fair. Wait staff incredibly knowledgeable about the menu options. Rosario who is the owner comes out and greets everyone. You are treated like family in this cozy and friendly restaurant. E Miller read more

So last night we ordered a delivery of fried calamari and a large thin crust pizza with 2 toppings a total of $53.00. What a disaster. First the calamari... under cooked, ice cold, greasy, one big clump with the breading falling off. I tried to reheat it but nothing helped it. Had to throw it out totally couldn't eat it. Now for the pizza. Ask for thin crust w toppings. What we go was ice cold pizza not even warm it was COLD. The pizza "bones" so thick & hard you would need a saw to eat it. Flavorless. If you're going to offer delivery then do it right. I feel like I just handed over $53.00 for nothing. This is definitely a no go for me. read more

Nice visit to this pizzeria restaurant. First time visiting. My friend and I enjoyed the complementary focaccia as well as our grilled salmon entrees served over roasted potatoes and chopped broccoli rabe. Friendly service, BYOB (great for saving a few dollars these days), and parking on the street and across the street in a public lot. read more

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THE GOOD ---------------- + EXCELLLLLENT food! ++++ Grilled Octopus was perfecccct. Exactly what you would expect for a grilled octopus - grilled to perfection and flavorful. Perfect portion too. ++++ Grilled Chicken & Pineapple Salad was pretty good. The salad was very large and came with lots of ingredients (lots of chicken, chopped cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, craisins, cheese). Only downside was that the pineapples were clearly from a can. ++++ Margherita Pizza was one of the best pizzas we've had in NJ .... period! Crispy, no flop, thin, super fresh and fantastic flavor. A+++. + Spacious interior and lots of tables separated between 2 different sections. + Menu had lots of items to choose from - plenty of different pizzas, salads, pastas, chicken dishes, pork dishes. THE NOT SO GOOD ---------------------------- - Nada. MIXED THOUGHTS --------------------------- = Nada. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = There is typically plenty of angle parking outside. = Was pretty quiet on a Saturday afternoon at 12 PM. Only a few tables were occupied. read more

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- Open, bright, and clean space with a spacious double-dining room; convenient street-angle parking right out front - Surprisingly quiet for a Saturday lunch--we were the first guests seated, with just a few other parties arriving during our meal - Service was prompt, friendly, and attentive - Food was overall very enjoyable: Grilled Octopus was uniquely prepared--crispy on the outside, tender inside, with good flavor though a touch too salty; Pineapple and Grilled Chicken Salad (weekly special) was huge, with a generous portion of simply grilled chicken over a mound of fresh greens, though I was a bit disappointed the pineapple appeared to be canned rather than fresh (too high expectations, I guess); Margherita Pizza was the highlight--excellent light, thin, crispy crust and a perfectly seasoned sauce - Cash discount offered read more

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Food was overall delicious! The eggplant rollatini looked a little too flat for a rollatini though. The Penne Loren was DELISH! Someone else had pizza which was also amazing, cooked well as requested. Chef even asked how everything was but the rest of the waitstaff was cold, rushed and non-communicative. We thought they needed the table at first but there were plenty of empty ones. The place is very loud though. Just be prepared. We would definitely go back. read more

Amici's Restaurant - Penne Loren - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

Perfect, Perfect, perfect experience! I came here on a Friday night at about 6:30. This restaurant does not take reservations as I attempted to call 2 days earlier. When we walked in it was pretty crowded and the host has said it may be a 20-minute wait. I said no problem because I did not want to go anywhere else. I was eating dinner this evening with my daughter and my wife and I didn't want to spend 20 minutes looking for a different restaurant. It was a good move to say. Yes, I will wait because we only waited about 7 minutes until a seat became available. I always say if a restaurant is packed it's because it is good. While I was standing there with my beautiful wife and daughter, a gentleman came up to us and struck up a conversation. He worked at the restaurant and started talking about the Yankees because my daughter was wearing a Yankee Jersey. Talking about how he goes every year to see a game, it was a nice pleasant talk while we were waiting. After we we're seated. We got complimentary bread. It was four pieces of focaccia bread with butter. It was probably the most tastiest bread I've ever gotten at a restaurant in my recent memory. We easily ate those four pieces while waiting for our first course. This place is BYOB so my wife immediately started working on her wine while we looked at the menu. We ordered the spicy mussels and clams dish for appetizer and I ordered the long hots with potatoes for appetizer. My wife got the grilled octopus while I got the squid egg pasta with seafood. My daughter is very simple and she just ordered spaghetti and a butter sauce. The decor was very nice. Not too fancy but definitely not run down. The place was loud but it was a crowded Friday night. This restaurant does numbers as not one table was empty. Also seems like it does very well with to-go orders. For Friday night they were definitely slinging the pizzas. I was very impressed with our appetizers. The long hots and potatoes had such a beautiful flavor. I could just take a bath in that sauce. My wife and daughter really enjoyed the muscles and clams in a red sauce. And it wasn't too spicy for them. When our entrees came out we were ready to eat. My wife asked for another order of bread to go with the meal, the bread was that good. My dish tasted fantastic, All the seafood tasted fresh. There was crab and shrimp along with tomatoes in the squid ink pasta. I would definitely order it again. My wife loved her grilled octopus. And my daughter loves her spaghetti. All in all, this was a great experience and I cannot wait to return. read more

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Amazing food. Love the atmosphere always fits us in even when it's crowded. The food is excellent. We always go back for more.

Came here with my friend on a Friday night. We actually stumbled upon this place by accident while we were getting drinks nearby. We noticed that there was a line to be seated and since I was in the mood for pizza we gave this place a shot. Once we entered we put our name down with the host and mentioned it was a 20-25 minute wait. We went to the nearby liquor store to kill some time. Once we were seated, they served us water with complimentary bread with butter and the bread was buttery and yummy. We started with caprese ($16) which was fresh and tasty. For our main we got the linguine with clam sauce with white sauce ($25) and the clams were delicious and the pasta itself was flavorful. We also got the chicken parmigiana pizza pie ($25) and that was solid as well especially the dough. Overall I had a really good dine in experience and I will be back to try out the wood burning pizza. * Outdoor dining available * BYOB * great service read more

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I had another good meal here. This time I had the grilled salmon with roasted potatoes and broccoli rabe. It was very good. The fish was cooked perfectly. Nice sized portion. Bread always yummy. read more

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Yummy food here! I really like the inside vibe here and the service is also good. The food is always tasty and cooked well. read more

Amici's Restaurant - Weekly specials - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

Came here for lunch while traveling for work and had a delicious meal! They have a cute front patio and two dining rooms inside: one with a great view of their pizza oven! Had it not been 11am and me needing to stay awake for work, I would have totally gotten a pizza because this baby with authentic. Having said that, I didn't skimp on the carbs. I got one of my favs: orecchiette with sausage and broccoli rabe. It came in a heaping portion with a light olive oil sauce - made to perfection! The nice server also accommodated my annoying ask for oil/vinegar dressing instead of Caesar. Love her. Definitely a cute neighborhood spot and would definitely return. Most other restaurants I saw in the area were chains on Google Maps so I'm glad that I found a local spot to enjoy! read more

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This place is a hidden gem! Great portions, delicious entrees. Highly recommend. Shrimp Peeps are way too good, pesto is on point, and the bread, WOW. The wife got the shrimp ink linguini and approved! read more

Amici's Restaurant - Bread - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

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The pizza is phenomenal. The sauce is SO good, reminds me of how my nonna made hers. We always get the Margherita pizza and it is so delicious. We've had other dishes while dining in and everything was also wonderful. Owner is a cool guy, very friendly. Our neighbor got us a gift cert. to this place a few months back, we never knew they were there, and now we are repeat customers going several times a month! read more

Still dishing out great food. Our usually is a large pie for the kids, fried calamari, shrimp scampi w broccoli & shrimp in hot sauce apps. Sop up those delicious sauces w some fresh home made focaccia and italian bread, wash it down with a nice diet pepsi and bam you are good to go! read more

The food is good. The service is good. The ambience is a little loud but it's a small restaurant. The owner is nice. He should keep his conversations a little briefer lol while people are eating, but the food is good. We enjoy it and we enjoy going there... I don't like it that they charge you a fee for the credit card. They already make a tremendous amount of money on the food. just a new thing since Covid that never went away. The government really needs to do something about that... read more

We got takeout Sicilian pie with sausage was absolutely delicious, and chicken saltimbocca with pasta is also delicious!!

Delicious!! Have had so many people recommend here and it lived up to the hype! Caesar salad - Parmesan cheese and dressing were SO good!! Chicken cacciatore - loved! So tasty with loads of veggies. Wonderful flavor with fresh herbs. The roasted veg and potatoes it came with were great. Pizza looked great and my boyfriend loved it. Omg order the Nutella calzone!! Heaven!! Service was great and such a happy environment. Can't wait to go back! read more

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WOW! I can say this place is well worth every dime and minute we spent. Great friendly staff and amazing food. Everything we had was fantastic and authentic: margherita pizza, different pasta, mussels, calamari, rice balls - you name it, they have the best. As a large group I appreciate their ability to easily accommodate and provide great service. Interior is decorated nicely, with a few italian funny phrases on the walls which made us laugh. Comfortable seating and table setup. I'm excited to return soon! Grazie mille Amici's! read more

Amici's Restaurant - Gnocchi (sundried tomato pesto with shrimp) - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

My father often comes here and brought my husband and I here for the first time last night. We met the owner and he is just truly fabulous. I knew this place was going to be great the moment they put the bread basket on the table. I actually was stunned by how great the bread was, I could literally sit there and dunk it in olive oil all day. For apps we decided to get the broccoli rabe and sausages along with a margarita pizza. The pizza was fantastic! Wood fired, light and beyond delicious. The broccoli rabe and sausage was ok, I felt the broccoli rabe could have been softer and the meat quality for the sausage could have been better. For dinner we all got pasta, I got the Linguini in a white Clam sauce and the pasta was cooked to perfection and the clams were plentiful! We sat outside for dinner since it was a nice night, I just felt like the service outside was a little slow, my father said it is much better on the inside. Dessert we shared the hazelnut gelato and it was quite good. I would be happy to return here and try other things on the menu in a heartbeat! read more

Amici's Restaurant - Linguini with Clam Sauce - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

Absolutely loved our meal here yesterday! This place is not only serves amazing food but the energy is so energetic. From the hosts, to the waiters and servers everyone was so nice. First, I love the presentation of ice being in a little bucket. It's up to you to put how much ice you want in your glass. It was very cute and I loved this idea. Second, their bread is DIVINE. It's so soft and tasty. I had about 4 pieces without any oil or butter, thats how tasty it was. Now let's talk pizza! We ordered two different types, the Regina and the Gen . Both were so delicious and it was the perfect type to share between two people. If you like buffalo mozzarella def try the Gen! Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu!! read more

Amici's Restaurant - The Regina - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

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First time trying Amichi in Maywood, and even as a to-go order, everything was fantastic! We ordered three dishes and each one was excellent. The Zuppa Di Pesce -- shrimp, clams, mussels, and calamari in a light tomato sauce over linguini -- was outstanding. The seafood was fresh, the sauce had the perfect balance of acidity and flavor, and the portion was generous. The Tagliatelle with shrimp and mushrooms in Alfredo sauce was rich and comforting -- creamy without being too heavy, with tender shrimp and earthy mushrooms in every bite. And the surprise star -- the penne vodka pizza with breaded chicken. Pasta on pizza might sound over the top, but here it works perfectly. The crust was chewy and crisp, the vodka sauce was spot-on, and the breaded chicken added the perfect crunch. Amichi nails both classic Italian flavors and creative twists. Big portions, fresh ingredients, and food that travels well -- this will be our go-to neighborhood Italian spot. read more

Amici's Restaurant - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

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I don't really eat fish much but I was talked into the salmon here and I'm glad I tried it. It was broiled so that it was nice and brown on the edges but still moist inside. The broccoli rabe was chopped nicely so it wasn't overcooked. The roasted potatoes were okay. I would have given this 5 stars but the service was disappointing. There was a party and once it came time for them to cut their cake, our waiter forgot all about us. We couldn't get his attention to get a container for our leftovers. Someone finally brought us one but he still didn't come back to ask if we were done or wanted the check. We had to ask someone else to get him to bring it. It should never be that our waiter gets entirely distracted and consumed with another party. Mind you two other people were delivering the pieces of the cake as he cut them. So all of a sudden three people were devoted to serving this party of about 10 people did the exclusion of other people in the restaurant. read more

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My mom absolutely loves this place- so of course I have joined her here for lunch a couple of times. And, I must agree, because so far, everything I've tried has been delicious. I especially love the grilled octopus. I'd have it at least once a week if my diet allowed! I can also recommend the broccoli rabe and the chicken marsala. Great customer service, clean and nice dining space. Will definitely return in the near future. Oh and as a bonus it's BYOB and there's a liquor store to grab your wine or beer right up the street. read more

Amici's Restaurant - Octopus Grilled Octopus - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

Nothing but a local pizza place with food that will blow your socks off. The pizza was fabulous. Service was speedy. It's a byob and just great. I almost want to keep it a secret but it wouldn't be fair for you to miss out on this amazing meal. read more

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Great food, great service! What else does one say? I guess I need to say more since there is an 85 word minimum.

Amici has become a regular spot for my family. Despite not taking reservations, it's a great place to dine. We love how the staff treats us like family, always welcoming us back. It's BYOB, which is a nice bonus. I love the escarole and bean soup--it's light yet flavorful. The portions are huge, and everything is delicious! read more

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Cool, friendly, unpretentious, BYOB place, great wood-fired pizzas or you can have a long list of Italian specialties as entrees. The grilled octopus is the BEST anywhere. Crispy salty bark on the outside while being cooked perfectly inside. read more

Food is always delicious here, so is pizza. Great portions as well. Service is kind and attentive to customers. Restaurant is comfortable and friendly environment for families but still nice enough for dinner with your significant other. read more

Amici's Restaurant - Seafood special - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

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Exceptional Italian food. My friend harassed me until I gave it a shot - very happy I tried it and was more than pleased! I love calamari extra crispy and browned and when I requested that, it was cooked to my liking. Awesome place. read more

We've been ordering from Amici's Restaurant for quite some time, but unfortunately the quality of the food has been on a steady decline while the prices continue to increase -- and the two simply no longer match. Yesterday, we placed a delivery order totaling over $80. One of the meals was specifically for a guest who cannot have dairy or cheese. We clearly ordered a plain buffalo wrap with no blue cheese, along with French fries. When the order arrived, the wrap had blue cheese inside it and, instead of fries, came with a salad. We called the restaurant to explain the issue, but the person who answered the phone seemed unable to understand what was wrong with the order. After several attempts to explain the problem, she finally said she would get the manager, Rosario. What happened next was completely unacceptable. As soon as Rosario got on the phone, he accused me of threatening him, saying, "So you're going to come down and kick my a**," even though those words were never said by me. He then added, "You know where I am," which only escalated the situation further. Upset by the accusations and the way the situation was being handled, I went to Amici's with the incorrect wrap to address the issue in person. When Rosario approached, he made gestures as though he wanted to jump across the counter at me, and the interaction quickly became heated. Rosario then retreated toward the back kitchen area, and when I went around back to continue the conversation, I was met by several employees who threatened to call the police. I left the store, only to be met outside by local police officers, who thankfully worked to de-escalate the situation. professionally. At the end of the day, this all started because a simple food order was made incorrectly -- including ignoring an important dietary restriction. Instead of correcting the mistake and handling the complaint professionally, the situation spiraled into an unnecessary confrontation. Between the declining food quality, rising prices, repeated order issues, and now this experience with management, we will not be returning. read more

Our "go to" for solid Italian. Four and a half is more accurate rating. The restaurant itself is popular so it's usually noisy, crowded and not comfortable for a dinner out. However, the food is quite good, reasonably priced and worth it, so we usually opt for delivery which is prompt, accurate and delicious. Chick parm, eggplant parm, pasta with sausage and broccoli-rabe, lasagna are favorites. Prepared well and packaged in tins which we prefer to plastic. Portions are more than ample and main dishes include a side salad and decent bread which is appreciated. All in all great eatery to have nearby. read more

A collection of photos from one of our favorite Italian Restaurants, @amicinj! The owner, Rosario will always greet you with a smile as he opens your wine. The wood burning pizzas, pastas and seafood are always a hit! A major plus is that it's BYOB! Insta: @thehungrysw Carbonara Pasta Special Grilled Octopus Fried Calamari Cheesesteak w/ Fries Rigatoni Bolognese Hot Honey Pizza Cheese and Pep Calzone read more

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You guys are always amazing, I love how both sides of the nice and laid back restaurant is! but please check your food before making anything I found a piece of plastic in a rice ball since I spat it out immediately. Photo attached of the plastic piece found in the rice ball. read more

Amici's Restaurant - This was take out and the rice ball dish - Pizza Near Me - Maywood, New Jersey

My boyfriend and I came here for lunch on a Saturday. We were seated right away by the window and was given their house made bread. I don't know how they made this, but there must be some crack or something in the bread because we must've had three more baskets of it and it's nothing you've ever had before especially at a pizza and pasta style place like this. The owner came over to us and explained that the dough he used for the bread is the same he use for the pizza! It was nice of him to come over and introduce himself and tell us about how the restaurant came to be. We ordered a Caesar salad and escarole and bean soup for starters both were good. We ordered two personal pies, one was the nonna and one was the penne vodka. Both were very good however they do serve brick oven pizza, which we wish we got to try, but will be back again for their brick oven pizza! Lastly, we had dessert and espressos which we devoured and we had the pistachio cheesecake! Normally, my boyfriend doesn't like cheesecake but this time he decided to give it a go and loved it! Definitely will be coming back, especially for that bread! read more

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Consistently good food, great service and reasonable prices. I have also had them cater several office parties for me, and everyone raves over the food. It does get crowded but it is always worth the wait. Amici's never disappoints. During the nice weather they have outdoor seating which is enjoyable. read more

Love their eggplant parmigiana with vodka sauce. We love it all quick delivery and always right

12/26/23 The restaurant was packed! Luckily, we're only 2, so we were seated in the only table available. A lot of large parties. Warm bread was dropped off while we looked over the menu. Good warm, soft bread, yummy! Grill Octopus - I was a little worried because octopus could get really gummy. But this was crispy outside and tender inside yummy! Parpadelle Fungi - I love mushrooms, and this had 4 kinds, yay! So good! My only comment is that the mushrooms were chopped up, so I could not tell what kind I was eating. I would have liked larger pieces that show the different mushrooms. Pork Marsala - this was delicious. Usually, it's chicken, so I love that this was pork. We're definitely going back for other items on the menu! read more

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Excellent food, service and atmosphere ! Owner Rosario is a gentleman. Will definitely be going back !

We went at 5 pm on a Saturday and the place was busy. The ravioli (5) were served on a large flat plate and the sauce was a plain marinara and bland. The bread on the table, I would guess was pizza dough, and had a course salt seasoning. My husband had chicken franchise over angel hair pasta with a lemon butter sauce and he also said his dinner was not well seasoned. The service was good, the owner came around to greet all patrons and was very funny and interesting. Amici's is a BYOB and prices reasonable. read more