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    Cafe Amici

    4.2 (57 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Italian
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Very loud
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Hands down THE BEST PIZZA EVER! The sauce is so hood and the pizza is not greasy. Definitely a 10 Dave so you must check it out. On top of the pizza being amazing the staff is so friendly. Thank you for a great experience and will be back.

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    David C.

    This is my local Italian eatery and I'm not disappointed at all! They have a huge sign that boasts pasta, pizza and subs - which at first glance might have been a lot but after trying their pizza and subs I can say they have a great handle on their full menu. Let me first say how nice the staff are. Full of smiles - they made me, a new EB resident, feel right at home. (It helped that I was rocking my team Italia soccer kit - hey, what can I say? I was feeling my Italian side this morning). Ambience was great and onto the food. Today I had the delicious Di Amici sub which was a large 12" hero stuffed w a juicy grilled chicken cutlet, melted provolone and seasoned roasted red peppers! Delicioso!! I planned on eating only half but I couldn't stop chomping and before I knew it it was all in my belly. Last time we ordered a couple pizza pies - margherita, and a sausage & mushroom. Both were great. And I'm comparing these subs and pizzas to traditional standard bearers in NYC and Hoboken and Cafe Amici more than holds their own. Ciao amici!

    Half pepperoni and half Buffalo Chicken Pizza with a side of ranch! So good!
    Michelle F.

    Great pizza and great customer service! We just moved to East Brunswick and this was our very first meal in town after unpacking so we were starving! They easily accommodate half/half pizzas. We got half buffalo chicken and half pepperoni and it was so good! They don't skimp on any of the toppings! The buffalo chicken comes with your choice of ranch or blue cheese dressing which, is provided in a generous portion. We also got the chicken caesar which, was good but not amazing. I will be trying a different salad next time! Overall, super friendly and accommodating staff. Great pizza that was ready for pick up in 10 min. Definitely, recommend this spot and I will be ordering for here again!

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    Ash M.

    Ordered the amici grill chicken sandwich. Was ok, disappointed for that price it could have been more tasty, like caramelized onions, bay leaves.

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    TH C.

    This place is good for pizza. I've tried a few items on the menu but no luck. Their plain pies are good and mozzarella sticks or any side appetizers are okay. The staff is nice, always friendly and the place is always clean. I was pretty excited when they first opened up since there's nothing else in that area but I feel like their food has sorta gone down in quality. If you're passing by, I'd recommend them to stop in for a slice but not go out of your way to come here. Sorry guys.

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    Food is Always top notch! The entire staff is so friendly. It's my go to Italian restaurant.

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    Food and service good, flavorful and plentiful. You get enough to take home and a doable price point.

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    Great place to eat, large variety of things to order that are all great, and the service is always good.

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    Great food! I got the cheese pizza and garlic knots. Both were amazing! I can't wait to try their chicken parm sub next!

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    We live in East Brunswick. The food came hot and delicious. Definitely on speed dial! Thank you so much Cafe Amici

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    Best pizza and calzone around! Excellent food! Excellent friendly service! Excellent delivery!

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