The food was delicious!! We stopped on the way to an appointment so ordered lite. Mozzarella en…read morecarazzo with capers then fried zucchini and a cold antipasto all really Fresh!! We sat at the bar with Tom!! He was so kind and efficient!! Thank you restaurant is old style dining but always a great time.

We went here to have dinner because a very good friend highly recommended it. But we were very…read moredisappointed. First, we asked for no dressing on our salad, but it came out fully dressed. Second, gnocchi with bolognese sauce. Gnocchi was so overcooked that it had no flavor and was mushy. Also, as one can see in the picture, it looked as though someone had taken a bite or two before it was served on our table. When I brought that up to our server, he just dismissed it. Third, lobster with linguine. It was good. But the presentation should be better. I am not sure if I would go back. I reached out to my friend who recommended it, and she replied that it has not been as consistent lately as it used to be, and they were also disappointed.

This restaurant has an amazing Lunch Special! Don't miss it. You will not be disappointed.read more

June 19th of 2026, we held my parents' celebration of life repast at Mezzanotte. Mike and Lilo…read morehelped me easily coordinate everything from Florida. We had a large boisterous group of adults and children, and the service and food couldn't have been better. Thanks to Mezzanotte I was able to honor my parents' wishes of having the whole family together to celebrate. And celebrate we did! Thanks Mezzanotte for allowing us to honor my parents in the way they wanted, sharing great Italian food, Irish whiskey and memories.

Did I mention that I love lunches here? Especially on a Friday! It's the perfect way to kick off…read morethe weekend. Head in, relax, enjoy soup, salad, your entrée, a glass of wine (or a few), crusty bread, great service and friendly staff. Wine, dine, relax... then walk out, realize it's Friday afternoon, and the whole holiday weekend is still ahead of you. I brought the whole family today, plus my daughter's boyfriend. Even as the A/C struggled on this ridiculously hot day, it was still cool enough inside to sit back and enjoy lunch. I went with the Chicken Verona because I was in the mood for something fresh and tangy. The artichokes, mushrooms, and lemony sauce were perfect for soaking up with pieces of that crusty bread. Not much was left behind. Great meal, great company... and now here comes the holiday weekend!

I went to Bellissimo for dinner recently and had a nice time. It started out pretty cold and then…read morebecame stuffy and warm - the configuration of the restaurant is a bit strange, but we managed. Our food was pretty good, and the staff was attentive. They don't take reservations for parties with less than 5 people, but luckily we only waited about 5 minutes. The host and hostess tried to accommodate us, which was appreciated.

Every meal is superb! I can't have a favorite because all of it is amazingly delicious, from the…read moreincluded olive tray , warm bread ,salads,appetizers entrees,desserts and coffee. This BYOB has a quality of fine dining within a cozy setting and with great staff who are happy to serve you. Reservations are recommended. Especially with a larger party in the other room. Early bird menus are available and the quantity is the same as a dinner menu. Check out this listing and see for yourself. The prices are good and very fair for this quality. Arrangements have been made with a nearby church for additional parking besides the street parking. It's close enough to wear your nicest high heels. Lol Dawn

Great Prix Fixe menu. Awesome choices and great food. My new go to restaurant…read more This place should be everyone's favorite restaurant. Don't ever ruin the Prix Fixe.

We've been to Morsetto twice before our visit there this evening. The service was not great the…read morefirst time, the second time it was better and tonight the service was great. They have the service down now. The owner is super nice and helpful explaining everything you want to know. The food is always fantastic! Tonight we shared the polenta appetizer, the shitake mushrooms with the silky cheese and the crisp polenta are a nice combination. We also shared the arugula salad which is so refreshing. I opted for the margarita pizza and I think it may have been the best I've had! Overall very good and a great addition to the ridgewood dining scene.

I have been a fan of Apulia in Hoboken for a while, so when I saw that the chef and owner had a new…read moreplace in Ridgewood, I was intrigued. I recently paid a visit to Morsetto and similarly enjoyed it, as expected. The restaurant had a large outdoor patio, as well as a small and casual indoor dining area. Though the weather was beautiful, the folks that I was with preferred to sit inside, so we did, and I was thankful that the air conditioning kept the place cool but not overly freezing. We scanned the menus, which contained mainly pizzas and pastas, and had a tough time choosing from so many interesting varieties. In the end, we settled on two pizzas and three pastas to enjoy family-style. The small, sourdough pies were made with organic flour, which led to thin, airy crusts. The Affumicata was a white pie topped with fresh mozzarella, speck, crumbled goat cheese, hazelnuts, and honey. It was such a great blend of textures and flavors, and I particularly enjoyed the contrast of the smoky speck with the sweet honey. It was delicious! We also had the Mare Nostro with tomato sauce, capers, fresh mozzarella, basil, Italian tuna, red onions, grated pecorino, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. While I loved the white pie at Morsetto, I always prefer red pies and this time was no different. The briny capers and zesty tuna made for such a unique bite full of Mediterranean flavors. Both pizzas were cooked perfectly, with the lightest char on each crust. The homemade pastas were similarly tasty. The Marevivo was a delicious blend of orecchiette, lobster and U7 Ecuadorian shrimp meat, oven roasted tomatoes, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. The chunks of shellfish were fresh and tender, so I would have loved more of them to have been included. The sauce was robust and had notes of sea flavors within it. Then there was the Le Pugliesi pasta, which included orecchiette, Italian broccoli rabe, anchovies, seasoned breadcrumbs, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. I loved how earthy that one was, but it was definitely salty. If I was going to be consuming a dish with so much salt from anchovies, I would have preferred to actually see some pieces of fish included. However, there were none visible, so I assumed they must have been blended into the olive oil, of which there was a substantial amount on the plate. Lastly, we had ordered Spaghetti and Meatballs for a child in the group, and I sampled one of the many meatballs that came in the bowl. Despite being noted as 100% beef meatballs, they tasted rather light and more like pork, so I was not really a fan, but the child enjoyed them. All of the pasta was served al dente, which I appreciated, but others in the group did not. I also should mention the service, which was friendly, but not as engaged as we would have liked. For instance, we needed to ask for things like red pepper flakes, more water, serving spoons, etc. when those should have been given to us proactively. Overall, I was pleased with my Morsetto experience and would recommend it for a casual dinner. Just be prepared for a carb fest!

Whenever I'm craving Italian cuisine, Augie's is one of the first restaurants that pops up into my…read morehead. I have dined here multiple times and have always left with a happy tummy. As soon as you walk in, you will notice the classy, chic décor of the dining area; it gives off old Hollywood vibes. The seating is tight and the restaurant is on the smaller side, so I recommend making a reservation as it can get busy. The hostesses and servers are friendly, attentive, and personable. I always end up having good conversations with my server haha. As soon as I sit down, I'm already in a good mood because their complimentary bread served with olive oil and butter is to die for! During all of my past visits, I've never been disappointed with a dish. They have specials so there's always something new to try on the menu. Just a heads up, they are BYOB! These are some of my personal favorites: -Chicken Francese ($23.95) - The chicken cutlet is so tender, and the chefs get the francese sauce just right. It's a perfect balance of white wine, lemon, butter, and egg. You have the option of adding one free side: (1) potatoes and vegetables OR (2) pasta (angel hair, penne, rigatoni). -Pasta Limon ($31.95) - HEAVENLY... This dish consists of angel hair pasta in a creamy sauce that's a combination of lemon, parmesan, and butter. It comes with chicken and shrimp. -Fig di Sicilia Pizza ($17.95) - This has always been my #1 favorite appetizer, but sometimes it tastes better than other days. When it's made to my liking, it's basically a thin flatbread topped with mozzarella, fig marmalade, prosciutto, and arugula. This appetizer is the reason why I started eating figs LOL -Cannoli - These are HUGE and their ricotta filling is absolutely delicious! I have to roll myself out the door after eating here! Good thing I work out.

If you want to feel like you're in a NYC restaurant, look no further than your own backyard!…read moreAugie's has it all! Food, service, & ambiance are all fabulous! Easy parking, being a BYOB and not having to cross the GWB contribute to making it a nicer experience than NYC!

A first time visitor to this wonderful, small and inviting Italian restaurant in Ridgewood. We were…read moreseated right away and we were offered a tasting of zucchini's fritters as a welcoming offering (desperately needed as we had a long drive to meet friends there). The hostess (& owner) was terrific as were all the servers. As for the food... it was outstanding! We had the tagliatelle, tortellini special, scallops and pork chop special. All were served hot and were all delicious. If we didn't live so far away, La Lanterna would be a go to restaurant for us. Now, unfortunately, it will be only when we see our NJ friends. (We may need to see them more often!) Bravo!

I want to give "praise" to LaLanterna for their warm and personal approach, attention to detail and…read morecreative suggestions as they guided for a bridal shower I threw recently. The ambiance, food selections and deliciousness of the meals were exceptional. A special shout out to owner Joanne. She really is so caring and helpful throughout the whole process. Also kept running around and checking on each table to make sure everyone was happy. Server, Katarina was also exceptional. They set everything up and pack everything. Sincerest thank you!

Ok I'm Back!!!! Had Pazza for a Late Lunch after Work in…read moretheir Intimate Bar Lounge Section where the Bar Keep for Starters served up An Amazing Campari On Ice with a Twist of Orange Peal!!! The Recommended Pizza was a Mouth Watering Chefs Choice of Sauce Fresh Moots Topped with Pepperoni and An Ample amount of Hot Honey!!! For the main since I didn't want to spoil my Dinner I Enjoyed their Asian Salad with A Generous Portion of Ahi Tuna and their Delicious Thai Peanut Dressing!!!! We ended this meal with a Cappuccino and their Signature Mini Cannolis, 3 in All!!!. They are among the tastiest I have ever eaten and are made with the Freshest Ingredients and Shells! all Topped with Honey!!!! I could go on about Pazza but You be the Judge! Try the Lounge or the Classed updated Main Dining Room or their Outdoor Section!!! You will not be Disappointed!!!!

First time coming to Pazza and this was for my birthday dinner. I was impressed by how crowded it…read morewas for a Monday evening. We sat on the bar side in a high top table. Service was slower but efficient when it came to our food coming out. The only complaint was they had an issue with their ticketing system so all out of food came out at once instead of in courses. The filet tips were good but the portion was way bigger than we were expecting. The appetizer alone was extremely filling and well flavored. The cacio e Pepe was an enormous portion compared to places I've had before. The flavor was rich and thick and creamy and not too peppery. The chicken francese was a huge portion as well and well flavored. The queen pizza came out at the same time as all of food so we ate one or two slices but mainly focused on our entrees. We brought so much food home. Everything was delicious. My only complaint was the AC was on so high I was freezing and thankfully had a light jacket in my car. I look forward to going back to Pazza and trying more of their food and hopefully having room for dessert next.