Update: I came back to Bosfa after our first visit in December, when one entrée issue kept the night from being perfect. This Saturday visit was excellent. Reservation was ready, we picked our table, and despite brutal cold weather (and door drafts every time someone walked in), service and pacing were great. They even made the seafood salad from my last visit by special request -- octopus, calamari, shrimp, arugula, lightly seasoned, great portion. Entrées were both strong: * Linguini vongole -- clean white broth, great pasta, solid portion * Pork chop with sweet/hot peppers, broccoli rabe, potatoes -- excellent chop, grilled then finished with tomato sauce and peppers (I usually prefer oil-sautéed peppers, but this still worked well) Interesting crowd difference: last time was a Friday bar crowd, this Saturday was a packed dining room and quieter bar. Excellent return visit. We'll definitely be back. read more

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this place is JUST ok. I didn't even know it was there until I saw it on yelp and decided to check it out. ambiance is...different. it's recently renovated and everything is in shades of black and white. it lacks the cozy comfy atmosphere of an Italian restaurant. the environment feels a bit sterile. a few of the tables are plastic folding tables covered in table clothes. chairs are mismatched but cleverly covered to make them all look the same. food was just ok. portions were HUGE. i literally carryed a giant bag of leftovers of out the place. i can eat....and i couldn't believe the size of these dishes. drinks were delicious! staff was super friendly but the food came out a bit slow. the experience was overall average and I'm not sure if I would go back. read more

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I went to follow up regarding the bartending position. After completing the trial and being told I would be contacted about scheduling, I never received any communication. I have also called several times without a response. I understand if you've decided to move in another direction, but I would have appreciated the courtesy of an update. Professional communication goes both ways, and being left without any response after investing my time is disappointing. It's was an absolute terrible experience. read more

Pizza crust was one of the best I've had. Moneybag pasta was on the heavier side with the cheese and sauce so make sure to share this dish. Fried burrata was good but not good enough to get again-- you would love if you are arugula and balsamic fan. Steak and broccoli were good but the potatoes it came with felt unnecessary. Bread was amazing as well and had that yeast smell. Service could have been better as our waiter simply didn't engage in any conversation. Ambiance was good, everyone was dressed up just enough to match the vibes. Nothing too fancy of a restaurant though. Still water was also a plus Overall would come again! read more

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Interesting decor with a clubbish lounge vibe yet with a family setting? Not quite sure what they were aiming for honestly haha BUT the food was amazing! Fresh bread basket with olive oil (classic Italian style) we even asked for more to dip into all the sauces. The portions were def a "take half home" situation. Everything came out steamy and flavorful. Pasta was nicely cooked al dente. A nice texture many people tend to get wrong with such a simple dish. Def willing to come back and try everything else' read more

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the best!! we love the staff here, they treat us like family every time we come in. can't recommend enough -- get the linguine alla vongole, the money bags pasta, the pizza, and the fried dough with nutella for dessert is life changing! xx read more

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Excellent! My wife and I just loved to the area and were looking for a good neighborhood Italian place. Bosfa blew us away! From the stuffed Zucchini flower appetizer to my shrimp and scallop entree to my wife's gnocchi entree, everything was fresh and well made. The place is one large dining room and nicely appointed. We will definitely be back! read more

Was introduced yesterday to Bosfa for my mothers birthday. I was disappointed to have not heard of this place sooner, having lived close by in Rivervale for some time. Absolutely planning on coming back and introducing more family and friends alike. Definitely on the higher end process-wise, but you're paying for what you get. Fantastic service, family decorum and elegant ambiance, and of course, the amazing food. I loved literally anything that was brought to the table. The best Neapolitan style Italian food around. read more

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Bravo!!!! SO Italian! Authentic, delicious, incredible food. Our waiters were wonderful and went out of their way to get us anything we needed! The bread!!! OMG the bread! Started off the meal, then Calamari Fritti (the best I ever had). The Calamari was tender, lightly breaded with a red sauce that was just like nonna's! For an incredible pasta dish treat yourself to Sacchetti Alla Bozcaiola it's little pasta satchels with cheese in a mushroom prosciutto cream sauce. They call them "money bags" and they are right on the money! Momma Mia! Outstanding! We had so much fun, we felt like we were in Italy! Save room for dessert. We had the tray of Zeppole Con Nutella! Delicious! Love everything about this place! Even the black and white ambiance, which is clean and elegant. Go have some authentic Italian food, and top it off with Italian "liquori" read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - Sorry, we were enjoying the food SO much, I forgot to take pictures! - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

This place from start to finish was amazing!! Food is my passion. The service friendly and experienced. Have been for dinner which was outstanding! Celebrated a friends birthday and food was so very delicious. Felt like I was eating good old fashioned home cooked Italian food! It is truly a gem in Old Tappan. Being a cook I know good classic Food! So Mille Grazie to Bosfa. I will be returning with my Family. :))) read more

We went to Bosfa last night and everything was superb! We asked for mussels fri Diablo for an appetizer which was not on the menu - and they made them special for us - which was delicious! The bread is amazing! Our entree was a special - spaghetti in a light cream sauce with colossal shrimp and crispy pancetta - it was piled high with saffron. What a fantastic dish! We finished our meal by going to the gelato bar and sampled several delicious choices before choosing two. I highly recommend this special restaurant that is oozing with wonderful food and hospitality!!! read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - Super yummy Spaghetti special. Look at that saffron!! - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

I LOVE THIS PLACE!!!!! The service is awesome! They're so fun there. The pizza is soooooo good but the moneybags are my favorite!!!! Honestly all around awesome spot! The bread on the sandwiches are soooooo fresh! read more

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The food here is absolutely delicious The best appetizer and seafood quantity Pasta and salads are delicious True Italian food and fresh pasta read more

We tried Bosfa for the first time on Monday 12/22/25 when other businesses are closed. Food was good! We had Veal Parm and the Bolonaise. Took food home so portions were generous. Service ok but only one waiter/bar Man for the whole place with a bus person. Holiday decorations make the atmosphere cheerier. We will be back and try other dishes. Overall, good food at reasonable prices for this location. read more

Decent Italian restaurant with a full bar, very attentive staff, and creative specials. We had the Fried Zucchini Flower appetizer special, which was rich and delicious. I had the Lobster (and Seafood) Fettuccine entree. It was a bit salty and I think the artichokes were pre-marinated, so they had a hefty burst of salt in each bite as well. But the seafood was cooked nicely. I wish I'd have known it was langostino lobster or I probably would've gotten the Pappardelle Bolognese instead. (I'm just not a big fan of langostino's taste or texture, but there wasn't a ton of it.) My wife had the Fettuccine Carbonara. It was a bit saltier than mine. The guanciale (she thought it was more like breakfast bacon; possibly why it was saltier?) could've been crisped up a bit more. The fettuccine noodles in both dishes were very tender and tasted fresh. For cocktails, she had a Lychee Martini and I had an Old Fashioned. Her martini was "very floral," but for me it bordered on "fancy hand soap" flavors. My Old Fashioned was a bit busy with lots of muddled cherries. Like, a LOT of muddled cherries. I think a traditional Old Fashioned only has orange peel or maybe half an orange slice, and maybe one whole, uncrushed cherry. This was edging into fruity-blender-drink territory. We each had a nice glass of wine with dinner. The atmosphere was somewhere between "sports bar" and "upscale strip mall eatery." All in all, it was a bit of a hike for us to get there, so we probably won't return any time soon, but we could tell it was a preferred neighborhood spot. (There was a family celebrating the dad's birthday.) And there were a lot of items on the regular menu that looked really appetizing. I wish them luck! read more

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Had dinner here on a Saturday night and it was a great experience. The service was 10+ and the food was just as good. Live music and a good crowd! read more

My family had been raving to me about their experiences dining at Bosfa, so, on my recent trip to see them, they recommended that we try ordering takeout from there. While everything was still tasty, it was a bit cold by the time we brought it back to their home, so we agreed that we would dine there next time. From what I could tell from the few moments that I spent inside the restaurant and on the phone with the staff to place our order, I will say that both the team and the space itself were casual, warm, and welcoming. The kitchen even included some fluffy, fresh bread and seasoned olive oil with our selections. In terms of the food we tried: Shared Plates: 1.) 12" Vegetariana Pizza topped with fresh mozzarella, eggplant, zucchini, and roasted peppers - I was bummed that I had missed that this was a white pie, as I prefer my pizza with sauce, but it was still excellent! The vegetables were fresh and succulent, and the thin crust was chewy and crunchy in all the right places. Note that they offer their pizzas in 12" and 18". 2.) Paccheri Short Rib Ragu, a special for the night - The large, tubular pasta was PERFECTLY cooked, and the sauce was packed with chunks of tender short rib. It was a very different flavor from a typical ground beef bolognese, but in a special and tasty way. Entrees: 1.) Chicken Alla Toscana, which was grilled chicken served with broccoli rabe - The 2 breasts were pounded thin, which I liked, but there were also some chewy pieces. In addition, the chicken had a strong charcoal taste. The broccoli was tossed with fresh garlic and cooked well. 2.) Chicken Marsala - I sampled a bite of this and liked it, but I found the sauce watery and thin. 3.) Veal Parmigiana - I also tried a bite of this and thought it was excellent. The mozzarella cheese that was used was particularly enjoyable. *All of the entrees were supposed to come with side salads, however we only saw 2 (not 3) when we arrived home. The side salads consisted of mixed greens, a half a cherry tomato, some shredded carrot, and raw red onion rings. I definitely enjoyed Bosfa enough to try it again, but I would take the advice of my family and dine-in next time. read more

Prefer to give 4.5 but unable to do so. , no 5 cuz no ones pefect.... only preference was that some entrees are onky the protein... i.e. my chicken marsala was that only ...... pasta was extra but not expensive, so no biggy, and enough to share with my 7-year-old daughter. Calamari did not have a 'fridge' flavor, very good crisp and not oily. OCTOPUS, just the right crisp/broil... Service: on point, did not come often but came often enough; did not feel like my family(of 4) was being rushed. Dessert: Pistachio cheesecake was different, great tasting, not too sweet or killed with too many Pistachios.... it was just right! Overall, the environment felt welcoming. read more

My favorite ever takeout spot for fettuccine Alfredo and broccoli or aglio e olio it's delicious and authentic read more

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Bosfa Review Initially this review was only going to be about how good the food was. And how the service was great and the staff was very attentive. I was going to address that the restaurant had gone through a renovation and it looks even better than it did before. I wanted to praise how I had such a wonderful experience and I'm looking forward to coming back soon. But I can't. I can't because I had gone back this time to enjoy the food but was confronted by a situation that could have been handled much differently. My family and I arrived at the restaurant and were greeted by a waiter who kindly offered us to seat anywhere we felt comfortable. We chose our table and began to settle in. As we were looking through the menu my son who is two and a half years old decides he wanted to go towards a couch that the restaurant had sitting in a small corner. Our table happens to be right in front of the couch/sofa. I was too busy trying to order food for the family but with my dad peripherals I did see my son try to climb the sofa and my six year old daughter right next to him. My son was not even five seconds on the sofa and a gentleman approached us to say that the sofa is meant to take photos with and not for kids to climb on. He was afraid that the sofa will get damaged because my son had his shoes on. I proceeded to tell my son not to go near the sofa and he remained at the table the rest of the time. Here's my thing. I get it if my son got on the sofa and started jumping on it, possibly damaging it or making a scene and causing a commotion for people in the establishment to be disturbed, but he didn't even make a sound nor was he on the sofa long enough to even scratch it. He was just getting on the sofa like any other child would. My son is barely thirty pounds. At most, any kind of damage could have been removed by a simple wet wipe. And it wasn't even like we came into the restaurant from a rainy day or we were coming from a muddy hike in the woods. From that point on I couldn't even enjoy my evening because it was ruined. The worst part is I find out that the gentleman who had addressed the issue with my son was one of the owners of the restaurant. I've been in and around the restaurant industry for over twenty years. I'm a huge foodie and love the restaurant scene. I have never made an issue with a child because they are not to blame. Unless of course if they are running around the restaurant like it's a playground and disturbing other paying guests then I will kindly address the issue because there are hot dishes/soups being brought out by the servers. I wouldn't want them getting hurt. They are just being kids. And being that I'm a parent myself I know that if the parent doesn't take the initiative to discipline their child, then you can step in if you must. But in this case I wasn't even given the chance because there wasn't an issue that needed to be dealt with yet. I even said to him that he should place a sign saying that kids should not stand on the sofa or even go on it if that's the case. He replied to me that he could not do that (obviously because then it would no longer be considered a "family restaurant"). He was unapologetic and reacted with a sense of, "This is my place, who are you to tell me what I can or cannot do" attitude. He then brushed me off as he walked back towards the kitchen after a limp handshake to end the conversation. I'm not saying I won't be going back to this restaurant because of my experience this time around. The food was fantastic, the staff there are always nice, and the recent renovations are a good touch. But I feel that the owner of this establishment needs to do better. And to be clear, I waited till my family was done with our meal, paid the bill, and left a twenty percent tip like I always do before speaking to the owner Francesco because I didn't want to ruin their evening as well. Definitely wasn't looking for a free meal as that was not the problem. The one star review is NOT for the restaurant, but for the owner. Long rant over. read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

Food was amazing! If you like mussels marinara, you'll love this place! Pasta with shrimp was equally divine. Gelato was to die for! And the service? 5 stars as well!!! Friendly and professional. Relaxed but efficient. Total winner all around!!! read more

We love Bosfa, not only do they serve such tasty fresh food, but I have rarely experienced such a friendly accommodating staff. They really make you feel special. read more

Ordered eggplant parm and was like wet cardboard covered in a sheet of cheese!! Horrible!!!!

Service was great. Food was delicious. Staff was kind, friendly, and prompt with all requests.

We just ate at Bofsa in Old Tappan and had a wonderful experience! We were celebrating my granddaughters Baprism and we were a party of 9. The food was exceptional and the service was incredible! The staff were all so nice and they went above and beyond making sure that any food allergies were carefully taken care of. I had eaten there before and was always pleased which is why I recommended it to my son when he wanted to do a small dinner after the Christening. Every one of us thoroughly enjoyed our meals. I know 9 people who will definitely be going back in the future! read more

Visited last Friday night, the food was amazing and the service was exceptional. Added bonus they had live music that night. read more

I stopped by recently for a quick bite-in/takeout and my experience was a bit of a mix. First, the space is ... sort of nice, kind of open and airy but also lacking that "sense of place" overall in that it was neither that cozy/homey vibe nor that polished/chic vibe. It felt a bit disjointed in decor overall. The gentleman that hosted was nice enough to let me "take a bite" at the bar because I was just too hungry to wait 25 min to get to my home. I ordered their Capricciosa pizza and Baked Clams appetizer. I found the pizza to be pretty good, and even their crust wasn't rock-hard like some of those other pizzerias. The bread with olive oil dip that they gave was also a nice touch and delicious. However, the clams really disappointed - there was SO MUCH BREADING that I literally had to try to "fish" for clam meat to ascertain that it's even there. I did eventually find it but they were woefully tiny compared to the shell size and just dwarfed by the amount of super salty breading caked on top. I do NOT recommend it. My wife back at home commented after eating 1 tiny bite, "wow, that is so salty and it's all breading" and stopped eating it half way. I begrudgingly finished it with their bread the next day only because I didn't want to waste food. So it wasn't the best experience but perhaps I just ordered the wrong app. Might try again because their pizza for the most part, delivered. read more

This is the second time we've eaten at Bosfa. The food has consistently been very good, and the service prompt. My only complaint is they need a better bartender. Our first visit was at lunch and the glass of chardonnay was poured from an old bottle that lacked it's usual flavor and zest; on the second visit, last night, I had a strawberry margarita that was served in an adorable garnished glass but tasted like something I'd get at a college dorm party. Luckily , the evening ended with their excellent espresso. read more

Coming from an Italian family, I have always looked for classy restaurants that not just look nice and clean but can cook authentic Italian food. Staff is friendly and very polite and very respectful. The cooking reminds me of Italy, after my 3rd time eating here I've noticed no quality changes in the food. I highly recommend Bosfa, they will change your perspective of authentic Italian food, I promise you. read more

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First but certainly not my last visit. We showed up on a Saturday evening without a reservation but they graciously seated us pretty quickly. As we ate the restaurant filled up, so I would recommend making a reservation. Lovely and attentive wait staff. They went out of their way to accommodate my disabled son. We ordered 3 different entrees and all were delicious. I highly recommend Bosfa Italian, read more

We love Bosfa. Always a delicious meal. Owners are super nice. The pappardelle is delicious. We always enjoy the specials. Highly recommend.

A delicious spot in OT. My family and I LOVE dining here for a memorable and authentic Italian meal. The 'Homemade Money Bags' are an absolute favorite and the house dressing on salad is great. Presentation is beautiful! We even had a lovely edible flower on top tonight. Menu has a large variety of choices. The owners and staff are wonderful and welcoming and always smiling. Whenever I'm in town we meet here!! read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - Sacchetti Alla Boscaiola 'Money bags' and Spinach (Contorni) - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

Okay let's start off by saying worth the trip. The food was incredible, the service was perfect, they came to the table over and over to make sure all was going well. The place is an extremely smart looking place. I will be going back again sooner then I was thinking. read more

You won't find any complaints here! Is it loud? Yes, but I don't mind, because my focus is on the food. I had a 1.75# lobster over fresh pasta with a lemon butter sauce. Simple, elegant and so very tasty! My wife had a seafood dish called Rigatoni D'Avinci, she loved it and said it was rife with crab and shrimp! My daughter really enjoyed her fried calamari and Caesar salad. What a nice place we've found to survive Lent. Not really sacrificing anything in the spirit of Lent, but I don't make the rules, you know? Enjoy! read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - Lobster over linguini with a lemon butter sauce. MWAH! - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

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Multiple TVs going loud music Second time here as retry if you want atmosphere it's not here it's like a zoo I expect to be able to hear a conversation with my wife this is not a sports bar read more

If you like italian food this is your restaurant! It's like stepping in a trattoria in the Amalfi coast ...welcoming staff and excellent food. Let them suggest you the wine...you will not be disappointed! The short ribs amazing ...will go back just for that...but so many other dishes to try ...and Pizza of course ! read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - And yes that is Nutella!!! - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

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Food was great, service is a little slow since they are pretty busy. I made a reservation for my family and it still took a while to seat us. They were pretty slow in getting our orders in since they are accommodating both indoor dining and outdoor tent seating, but I recommend the food highly especially for north Jersey. Specifically the linguine with clams. Aside from slow service, our waiter was really funny and nice - I would recommend to anyone around this area to try it out. read more

Bosfa Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Old Tappan, New Jersey

First visit here - - I liked the atmosphere - loud and fun but could still converse at the table - Plenty of servers who were very nice, but it took forever for drinks and food to come out - Specialty drinks were WAY overpriced with little or no alcohol in them - had to go to beer - Fried Calamari and Stella Pizza outstanding - FETTUCCINE ALLA CARBONARA was horrible - bacon and oil - no cheese, no eggs or pepper in the sauce - pretty gross - ORECCHIETTE ABRUZZESE - excellent - RIGATONI DA VINCI - very good - Chicken francese and chicken marsala - average - zeppoli fresh and delicious read more

I have been driving past this restaurant on my way to work for weeks, and had to give it a try, since they are still new to the area. The understated, casual dining room is well-lit, clean, and family friendly, while the quality of the food rivals some of the best Italian we've had. Every dish was well prepared. The service was attentive, yet unobtrusive, and there is a full-service bar. The price point is on par with other similar establishments, and we left wanting to return. No reservation required during the week. read more

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Amazing real Neapolitan pizza! The crust is perfectly light and crisp with just the right char. Other food is great also from traditional Italian standbys like chicken or eggplant parm to pastas to veal Milanese to their awesome sandwiches on their incredible wood oven baked bread. read more