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Came here for dinner last night and wow. My sister first heard of this place through tik tok and we decided we must try! We made indoor reservations but when we arrived the hostess told us that there was no guarantee seating for indoor dining because of the new covid law regulations. We made sure to make indoor reservations since it is winter, and it was one of the reasons we decided to drive out to jersey to have dinner. She abruptly said there was no indoor tables available. Luckily There was another lady who was kind enough to let us know that there would be a table available if we wanted to wait a few minutes so we did. Our server was Melvan who was very attentive and awesome. We got the stuffed meatballs and the tomato basil salad. We were given stuffed cheesy bread for the table which was so so tasty. The bread was soft and fresh Everything was delicious, was expecting a little more from the salad but all was really good. Entrees were amazing! I got the lobster ravioli which was amazing. Sauce was fresh and creamy! My boyfriend had the steak and it was cooked to his liking (med well) served with crispy potato slices and onions. We werent too crazy about the dessert, but I did try the tiramisu and it was great. Everything was amazing. Was the drive worth it? Totally! Thank you Melvan for your amazing hospitality, hope to come back soon! read more

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Danielle L.

2 years ago

The food and service was amazing. Gabie was on point with drinks and service. Very attentive and polite. I'll definitely be back.

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Beidi L.

7 years ago

First things first, the cheesy bread here is incredible and worth coming for alone. Freshly-baked bread with cheese in the center. Our table of 4 shared the cheesy meatballs appetizer - hearty, well-seasoned meatballs that was perfect for sharing. I ordered the ravioli and it was the best ravioli I've ever had (and I've been to Italy for multiple weeks). The ravioli was filled generously with mushrooms and complemented well with a light cream sauce. We came on a Tuesday night - there's a great "Pasta Night" deal with half off of pastas and house wines. Service was prompt as well. I will definitely be back if I'm in town - I don't have a homey Italian place like this back in DC! read more

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Sheila B.

2 years ago

Good food and service is very good. Ambiance is pleasant with and Old Italy feel. Patio dining is also very nice.

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Ilene L.

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The food here was absolutely amazing I enjoyed our dinner. We sat outside in the tent although I had reservations to sit inside no biggie. I wish they would of had some type of music outside. They had heaters to keep you warm but we were still cold. Overall we went for the food and it was delicious that cheese garlic bread is to die for. The cheese wheel was definitely a nice experience we got some nice history on it from the chef himself! If you're looking for a spot for date night this is it! read more

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Robert T.

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We go to all of the locations often. My 3 year old son is an especially big fan. The homemade pizzas, soups, sandwiches, service, the character themed deserts, the family vibe and beautiful atmosphere provided is great....Lunch, dinner, a drink, dessert, or even take out you can't go wrong. They even give you French Bread to take home! Calandra's Bakery and Restaurants is a NJ based family owned business who treats their customers as such. read more

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Tatiana W.

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Redemption dinner tonight, compliments of Team Calandra. Went this evening for dinner to give Calandras another try after a major fail at their bakery in Fairfield a few weeks back. Honestly, it has been has been a few years since I have had dinner here. I was pleasantly surprised to see that they still had the Pasta night special on Tuesday. We started with the meatballs with ricotta and provolone as an appetizer as we tore into the delicious cheesy bread that was brought to our table. The meatballs could use a bit more flavor in the meat otherwise the sauce and cheeses were good. I ordered one of the evenings' special pasta entrees comprised of smoked salmon with fettuccine, fresh tomatoes, asparagus and sautéed onions. The pink creamy sauce was not overly heavy and the combination of flavors was a nice surprise on my palate. Very, very happy with my choice this evening and also thanks to Melvyn our awesome server for sealing the deal with his recommending this dish as well as the other special pasta with the chicken and pancetta in the garlic sauce dish. My dinner guests were both also very happy with their pasta choices as well. Dessert was ordered and two of us shared the Sunday Brownie. It was truly a delicious dessert with a layer of vanilla ice cream topped with a crumbled brownie, topped with sliced strawberries and bananas covered in a chocolate ganache. I also believe there were some chopped hazelnuts in there as well. All this deliciousness served up in a cute jar. I highly recommend this dessert! I would definitely come back for dinner again and would recommend this restaurant to friends. To end the evening you still get a loaf of fresh Calandra bread to take home with you to enjoy! Thank you to Team Calandra for having faith in your business, and the food, and for trusting me to come back and giving it another try. Excellent customer service on your part and I will not forget that! read more

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Zoila C.

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Had their cheese stuff bread. Which was amazing. Ordered fettuccini marinara, meat balls, chicken lemon dish, a glass of wine and old fashioned. The food was decent. Nothing to rave really only the reason they got 3 stars. It definitely was not the service. Service was slow and inattentive just as other reviewers have mentioned but after a long day in NYC we stayed because we were so tired to go anywhere else. But I wouldn't waste my time or money here again. read more

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Alexandra I.

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You can never go wrong with Cucina Calandras. One of our favorite spots to go to! We love how well they have accommodated to COVID as well. We've been sitting outside in their tent with heaters. Cucina Calandra has all of the Italian classics (and more) at a great price and with great taste. You can't go wrong with any dish you get here. They bring out fresh, hot bread filled with cheese right when you get there and always have mouth-watering specials. I have tried most pasta dishes from here and they all have been amazing! If you haven't been, you need to go. The service is great and the food is just amazing. read more

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Marie L.

3 years ago

What a beautiful outdoor spot! The food was absolutely incredible. Our waiter recommended a few specials including an amazing pasta dish with shrimp and an eggplant rollatini almost as good as moms! The cheese bread is out of this world. Our waiter was very attentive and overall we enjoyed our experience. Will definitely be returning. read more

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Andrew H.

2 years ago

Came back from a wedding at 1130pm. Went to the bar and they said the kitchen was closed. So i ordered some food on uber eats. Nothing crazy just 2 pizzas and some tacos from taco bell, for my kids since they didn't eat that good at the wedding. That's when I was told from the security guard at the door that it would cost $100 to eat in the bar. I went to the front desk bc I felt that was ridiculous, and the front desk backed it up. After the food came I told my kids to take it up to the room to avoid any issues. Only after that did the bartenders say that they disagreed with the policy. That's all I have at this point. I will be contacting corporate tomorrow. I caution anyone who may be considering staying here, who might find themselves in the same situation to consider staying somewhere else. read more

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Amal K.

3 years ago

Great ambiance, decor, and service! Unfortunately, the food is quite bland and mediocre.

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Rob S.

2 years ago

The Rigatoni Ala Vodka is amazing and tge bread! Oh my goodness it's delish! Highly recommended.

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Donovin D.

4 years ago

Went to Cucina Calandra for my girlfriend's birthday and everything lived up to what I expected for her. The setting was a cozy Italian dinning room. Light conversations and relaxing ambience. The meal was delicious, appetizers and main course was fantastic and filling ! Our server Charlie was great ! He was kind, efficient, and provided a great time for myself and the party. I'll be back again for sure. read more

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Vanessa H.

4 years ago

Still has great flavors, great ambiance, & great customer service! I'd definitely suggest you give this spot a try, it's worth every bite. I had the Gnocchi di Sorrento & Cheesy Bread. read more

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Sara D.

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Every time I come here I like it more and more! All of the food is delicious and the service is on par. As an appetizer they put out free bread with cheese in it- it's out of this world! They also have so many different specials for happy hour/pasta night/lunch. When I went today they had a new express lunch menu- soup or salad with entree, coffee, and desert for $12.95. How can you go wrong? Also, be sure to grab your free loaf of bread on your way out. Can this place get any better? read more

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Tamara B.

3 years ago

Calamari are nice and crispy. The service was great. I love once you walk in. Definitely will be back.

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Matthew D.

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This place is amazing . No different than the rest of the calandras properties . Great food ! great service ! Consistently the best in the state . Since my 11 year old Sons first birthday cake ( from calandras Bloomfield ) till the present day stuffed meatballs in At this location or pastries in Caldwell it's been the BEST !!!!!! We love you guys read more

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Rob C.

3 years ago

I ordered the Zuppa di Pesce on a trip to Cucina Calandra on 12-2. The dish was amazing, loaded with seafood; scallops, shrimp, mussels, clams, calamari. The sauce was light, flavorful, with a nice kick of spice to it that was not overwhelming. I could not finish the meal due to its large portion, and because you cannot pass up on the homemade bread they serve. My girlfriend had Orecchiette Calabresi which she could not stop raving about. The restaurant has a great atmosphere and is very clean. The staff is very attentive, friendly, and valuable to the success of the restaurant. If you have not visited Cucina Calandra yet, I highly recommend that you do. read more

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Daniela V.

4 years ago

great food and cocktails!! Rich and authentic italian food, cooked to perfection. I love that they have food specials every day. Service was good, our server was so kind and made sure to ask if we were celebrating anything special. great experience overall! read more

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JD L.

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Came here for Valentine's Day 2021. Chose the outdoor seating option. We started with the fried calamari and the arancini (you could skip the arancini) and then had the gorgonzola linguine and lobster ravioli. We ended the meal with a lemon sorbet. The decor was great and the meal was fantastic but we were hoping to have the pasta finished in the cheese wheel but they only do that on Thursdays and Fridays so look out for that. The service was great and we hope to be back soon! read more

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Tony M.

6 years ago

We are no strangers to Cucina Calandra, from the great pastries to wines, but today SERVICE was horrible. My wife and I experienced no service, food was amazing as always but waiter never served us water but a bottle, that's fine. We ordered a bottle of Santa Margarita, waitress brought out an ice bucket and left bottle and never served us. A young man would come by our table every once and a while and asked if we needed something, I said yes, bread please so I can dip in sauce. SORRY SIR NO BREAD.... the bread we are currently making is for later dinner clients. Hello they have the largest bakery in N.J. 400 feet from the restaurant. How can you not send an employee to grab some Italian bread for your customer. Lastly the bill for 2 of us was approximately 250.00, i paid and left, later noticed that they stuck me with a mandatory 20% gratuity... 33.00 for what? They didn't even serve us or attend to our table. I will dispute the 33.00 from my bill since I don't believe the waiter deserved it in any way. I never agreed or even signed authorized that Tip. BE AWARE THEY ARE CHARGING YOU 20% weather you like it or not. $60 bottle of wine I'll cost you 12.00 tip just for them to take it to your table, they will not pour it. This is BS and unacceptable. Also be aware that tables are not spaced out correct to allow social distancing. Two men arrived just before we checked out just behind me and his chair tapped mine, I could have tapped the mans shoulder. I believe the local health department needs to pay them a visit to enforce distancing. So if you going to visit them, make sure you don't allow 20% tip and make sure your property spaced out. Good luck. Tony M read more

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Andrew L.

7 years ago

I had a great experience at Cucina Calandra and it's one of my new favorite spots for high quality Italian food, especially for a family big occasion. I recently celebrated a big birthday here with family and it was a great decision. I started with the fried calamari (Calamari Fritti) - made perfectly tender and fresh without being too oily or rubbery. Lemon and homemade marinara sauce comes with it and you can taste the freshness of it as well. I then had the Rigatoni alla Vodka, which was excellent. A lot of restaurants mess this dish up with too much sugar, but it was just the right flavor with the right amount of cream and tomato. Pasta was cooked well with good texture and 'al dente' as I requested. For dessert I had a glass of Frangelico and a Deep Fried Italian Zeppoli. The Zeppoli are made with homemade Ricotta and are irresistible. Service was excellent at this location, with my water always filled, a staff that's knowledgeable about the menu (I like to ask a lot of questions) and accommodating of larger parties. Ambiance and decor are traditional and the common areas and restrooms are well kept. For their reasonable prices, I'm surprised at how high end everything feels. Cucina Calandra is great for any occasion but I will certainly keep it on my short list for celebrations in our family. read more

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My six year old would give this restaurant 5 stars! Fun spot for the family. They start off by giving you a hot loaf of bread stuffed with mozzarella and a plate of olives. They'll refill the bread too so there's almost no reason to order appetizers. Their pasta is homemade and their sauces are delicious. Fish dishes are very good although their regular salmon dish is a bit small -- the special salmon entree they had the evening I went recently was almost twice the size. They have a kid-friendly pizza chef ("Chef Henry") who the kiddies crowd around. They can choose different shapes for their pizza (eg "Mickey" pizza, Valentine pizza, etc) and he gives them a small ball of dough to play with as they're waiting for the pizzas to cook. Nice dessert selection. Service overall is hit-or-miss. I'd stress to all that this is a family place. The decor could be nice enough for a romantic dinner but there's way too much noise from the large family gatherings to recommend this as a rendezvous for two. Bonus: As you're leaving the restaurant they hand you a free loaf of Calandra's Italian Bread. Carbohydrates overload, for sure! read more

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216 US Hwy 46 E
Fairfield, NJ 07004
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What time does Cucina Calandra open?

Cucina Calandra opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Cucina Calandra close?

Cucina Calandra closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Cucina Calandra closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Cucina Calandra closes at 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 12:00 PM - 9:00 PMFri-Sat 12:00 PM - 10:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Cucina Calandra take credit cards?

Yes, Cucina Calandra takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Cucina Calandra have catering options?

Yes, Cucina Calandra does have catering options.

Does Cucina Calandra have a happy hour?

Yes, Cucina Calandra has a happy hour.

Does Cucina Calandra serve alcohol?

Yes, Cucina Calandra serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does Cucina Calandra have TVs?

Yes, Cucina Calandra has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Cucina Calandra have bike parking?

No, Cucina Calandra does not have bike parking.

Does Cucina Calandra have outdoor seating?

Yes, Cucina Calandra has outdoor seating options.

Does Cucina Calandra have parking?

Yes, Cucina Calandra has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Cucina Calandra wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Cucina Calandra is wheelchair accessible.

Does Cucina Calandra allow outdoor smoking?

Yes, Cucina Calandra allows outdoor smoking.

Does Cucina Calandra have free WiFi?

Yes, Cucina Calandra has free WiFi.

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Cucina Calandra is undoubtedly a "family kitchen", providing classic Italian cuisine in a family-friendly environment. We pride ourselves on quality and freshness while offering a menu that centers on southern Italian cooking.

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2.2 mi

Woodstack is a great, casual place to dine for pizza and other Italian dishes. Reservations are…read morecertainly needed on the weekend since it's hard to quickly snag a table. I sat at the bar because the wait for a table was long, and the service was excellent. Each of the bartenders was friendly and attentive. Although I sat at the bar, I had a peach iced tea and one of their seasonal mocktails. Both tasted fantastic, and I didn't even miss the alcohol. For dinner, I had the Bader Sting pizza, which featured soppressata, mozzarella, tomato sauce, and hot honey. It was fantastic. My mate had the grandma pizza (mozzarella, pecorino romano, pesto, garlic, tomato sauce, oregano), and it was equally delicious. Since we were served bread before the meal, we could've shared one pizza since it had 6 slices, but I was glad I had leftovers. All in all, I had a great experience at Woodstack and look forward to trying their wings since I saw so many orders coming out. Plus, there is a happy hour during the week from 3-6 pm with great food and drink specials.

Came here for the first time and had a great experience! We sat outside and the covered patio was…read moreperfect for a nice day with a bit of overcast. We had the Salumeria (cheese and meat board) special that was a huge portion! Definitely a good amount to share with a group of 4-6. My husband got the Bader Sting and it was a good amount of pizza with a lot of different flavors. I got the frutti di mare on the specials. I wish the seafood was a bit larger but otherwise it had lots of great flavors. Their espresso martinis were delicious!

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JoJo’s Pizza

4.7(11 reviews)

3.8 mi

Quick service for a slice shop for in-and-out service on the go. Space is a little small with a few…read moretables if you aren't in a rush to shovel lava-temperature cheese in your mouth as you walk out the door. Parking is out on the street right in front. Don't forget to tip your local pizzaiolo!

Great casual pizza joint…read more Had a delicious vodka chicken Parmesan slice Nice and clean inside