Franco&#x27;s

Michael waited on our table and he was great …read more They serve their homemade sourdough with butter which is addictive. You can buy their bread at the restaurant. We tried a few different things from their menu Strozzapreti- cavatelli with broccoli rabe sausage - very tasty Grandmas pie - simply delicious Minestrone soup - what it's supposed to be like Butterscotch Budino - creamy pudding with chocolate ganache n sea salt - creamy satisfying Loud grand dining area with a bar in the center seating at two levels lots of natural light by h the day and dim lit night vibe with loud music drinks quick service and great food makes this the perfect vibe to spend a lazy evening in an electric atmosphere

We were in Metuchen last week for a street fair and saw this place when leaving, so we decided to…read moregive it a try tonight. First, it is VERY loud in the restaurant, hard to have a conversation without talking very loud. While the service people were very nice, the service was so - so. They took about 20 minutes to come over, we ordered cocktails and an pasta as an appetizer. It took about 20 mins for them to bring bread after we ordered. Then the cocktails and app came out immediately after. Cocktails are meant to be enjoyed before your dinner, not during it. While the cocktail was fine, I wasn't interest in having it at this point. I had a couple of sips. The bread they brought out was fantastic. One of the best breads ever. The pasta was amazing. I really enjoyed it. We had the buccatini with guaclian (sp?). So I really looking forward to the Pizza. We put in the order for our pizza, went to the men's room and when I came back the pizza was on our table. Very strange it was so fast in less than 5 minutes. I am sorry to say the pizza was horrible. Soggy crust and dry pizza, not sure how that is even possible. Crust and pizza in general had no taste. I had this strange feeling the pizza might be premade and maybe they just add the topping for your order I don't know. Overall, it was very much a tale of 2 cities. Iffy service and horrid pizza. Yet great bread and pasta.

The view from downstairs looking upstairs.

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4.4(95 reviews)

1.7 mi

My family and I love this place! The owner is incredibly kind and made a point to walk around,…read morecheck on every table, and ask how everything was, which made us feel so welcomed. We ordered a variety of dishes, including the pizza, which was delicious, a fresh grilled chicken salad, and the penne, which ended up being everyone's favorite at the table. The portions are generous, so you'll definitely leave satisfied. I also have to mention the bread basket. One of the breads was topped with an incredible tomato sauce, and I honestly haven't stopped thinking about it. It was so simple, yet so flavorful. I could have eaten an entire basket of just that alone! It's also BYOB and has outdoor seating, which makes it an even better spot for a relaxed meal. We'll definitely be back!

Che has the best pizza in town! They have a variety of slice options to choose from for a quick…read morelunch. The crust is crispy and thin - always a perfect slice. On the few occasions where we've had Che delivered to us at work, the pasta dishes and sandwiches were flavorful and delicious. On top of that, the owner is gracious and kind. A true gem of a place in Metuchen!

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Kid Favorite. Spaghetti & Meatballs.

L&L Pizza and Pasta New York Style

4.2(78 reviews)

1.9 mi

3 slizzles - white plain and sausage pepp onion…read more All thin crispy - if nitpicking a thinner slice on the sausage is personal preference but chefs kiss overall. Great nj slices Side note: van struck me down as i tried to post this - only car on road. Think zamboni scene austin powers. Bigup

Pizza is good here and it is NY style. Nice and thin. Staff are very nice. The atmosphere is…read morefriendly and a positive vibe. The prices are very reasonable as I got a grandmas and veggie for a total of $9.

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La Rosa's Pizza

3.8(102 reviews)

1.6 mi

Yesterday, 07/25/26, i ordered for myself & my group for D&D since we were playing in the area. I…read morehave ordered from La Rosa a few times before while at work, since I work over in Edison, & have never been disappointed! The inside of the restaurant nice but haven't really gotten to experience eating inside. I've mostly ordered to go, but I have not been disappointed any time ive gone! I love their cheesesteaks, one of the best cheesesteaks in NJ ive had so far! I can't wait to try other food items on the menu. I convinced my group yesterday to order cheesesteaks as well. Some did, and one other person got an order of shrimp scampi, which she enjoyed. Another got a Chicken Parm Sub & he said it was chef's kiss! The staff were super quick & friendly! Definitely love coming here!

As far as your simple neighborhood pizzeria goes, La Rosa is a solid place for pasta and pizza …read more Service is friendly and fast. There are tables to sit on/dining area and a to go counter as well. We for their plain and pepperoni pizza, as well as their ravioli. Amazingggg sauce and the ravioli was cooked just right. Pizza crust was thin and crisp, a good size to share with 7 people. Parking lot, credit cards, and it is in the same complex as Latin Port and Sumiyaki Japan.

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1/2 Regular Cheesesteak with Bacon & Cheese

Mangia Toscano

4.4(278 reviews)

1.8 mi

•$$$

I cannot explain why it took 7 years after Florence, Italy natives Alberto Buglione and Ivan…read moreGuarducci took over this restaurant for me to visit. It is outstanding! Over the years I have heard nothing but good from friends -- "Excellent" "Exactly like they make it in Florence!" "Best Italian food I've ever tasted." I went with a party of four. For appetizers we split the Polpo E Patate (grilled octopus & potatoes) and Patate Fritte (French fries). The octopus was amazing, tender almost like perfect scallops with a tasty pesto. The French fries with herbs, garlic bread crumbs and pesto were crunchy, tasty, delicious. For mains my companions had Branzino with eggplant carponata, an amazing 4-cheese Gnocchi, and swordfish. I tasted all, and all were spot on; everyone loved their main course. I had Linguini Vongole (clams and linguini); the clams were perfect - tender and tasty; but the star of the show was the homemade linguine, seasoned perfectly and cooked to al dente perfection. We finished with cappuccino and Tiramasu. The service was excellent. Attentive and quick, and our waitress, Merin, was able to answer every question about the menu with authority, and even about the ingredients and preparation. The ambiance is understated, relaxed, and what you hope for when enjoying a special meal. I am quite stingy in passing out 5-Star ratings; I reserve them for the best of the best, for restaurants where I'm confident readers will also enjoy an outstanding meal. Mangia Toscano is clearly 5-Star; it is *the* must-do restaurant in Metuchen.

The food, service, and atmosphere were definitely a vibe! Everything about the experience was…read moreenjoyable from start to finish. I had the Salmon and the Gnocchi Al Pesto, and both dishes were delicious, savory, and full of flavor. The staff was attentive, the ambiance was great, and the overall experience made me want to come back again. Highly recommend!

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Antonio's Brick Oven Pizza

3.6(203 reviews)

1.8 mi

The food is amazing. Customer service is very respectful. Prices are great. The place is popping…read moreworth the trip. I give them 10 out of 10

The food was great, warmed to perfection, cheesy and saucy. The pizza is great, the slices are…read moregreat. The chicken parm was really good, saucy, warmed up, and just absurdly good. The decor inside is great, really chic and simple but with character. I had the honey pepperoni, the cheese, and the sausage, all great. The chicken parm was good too. It was slightly expensive, but that's just how much food costs right now unfortunately. Nonetheless, I wouldn't mind coming back. I absolutely enjoyed it, there's decent amount of seating. Service was pretty fast even during rush hour, though the wood fire oven slowed things down a bit, but great nonetheless.

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Jamaican beef patty 8.50$ that they told me felt soft when he took it out hahahaha

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Brooklyn Boys Pizza and Deli

4.3(473 reviews)

3.0 mi

This is my favorite pizzeria to go to whenever I'm in the area! The food is always fresh and…read moreabsolutely delicious. The staff is very friendly and welcoming, and the place is always clean which makes the experience even better. My favorite is their margherita pizza -- it's perfectly cheesy with just the right amount of sauce. I also love that the crust is thin and holds up nicely with no flop. Highly recommend if you're looking for a great slice!

Updated review from two years ago, I tried the a margarita pizza yesterday after taking a…read moresabbatical. I am lowering my rating because the pizza crust isn't the same. Please note that you may like this type of "thin crust". The bottom of the crust felt and tasted like maybe it's over coated with cornmeal; the texture felt gritty crunchy. This would work if anyone prefers this texture. The sauce just tasted like it was freshly ladled over (no oven baked in flavor). The topping left very little space for the crust edge. I am still stuck on how unfamiliar the crust texture was. I am used to thin crust texture from raised bread dough not a corn-meal like feel. Another reviewer was also baffled with the crust. Reheat review: unfortunately, was not convincing to nudge up the rating. From tip to mid way of the slice, the structure was floppy. From mid way to the edge of the slice: structure held up. Flavor was still good, maybe now better tasting bc sauce now tasted baked in because of the re heating. Service was on time.

Brooklyn Boys Pizza and Deli - Fresh subs and pizza at Brooklyn Boys Pizza! Our staff are always ready to serve up deliciousness. Come on down and grab a slice (or two!)

Fresh subs and pizza at Brooklyn Boys Pizza! Our staff are always ready to serve up deliciousness. Come on down and grab a slice (or two!)

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Menlo Pizza & Subs

4.3(122 reviews)

3.3 mi

I love their specialty slices! I had their bruschetta slice and their chicken Caesar salad slice…read moreboth were so DELICIOUS! It was the first time I ever had a chicken Caesar salad slice, and I was surprised how good it was! The chicken was moist and well seasoned, and the salad on dressing on top was so tasty! I also tried a plain margarita slice which I didn't like. There wasn't enough cheese or sauce on it, and I didn't like the taste on the margarita either. My husband also tried a plain slice and a sausage slice, and he thought they were just ok. They had a big selection of all different specialty slices that all looked great. I'd like to try their bbq chicken slice next time. I'd skip their regular slices, but I highly recommend coming here for their delicious specialty slices!

I'm from California and I never had this kind of pizza in California…read more Very good customer service and super friendly staff.

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I didn't like their Margarita slice

Richie’s Pizzeria And Restaurant

3.8(4 reviews)

1.5 mi

There is no food here! Just a dive bar and mostly deserted! Scary place!!…read more Do not go here looking for pizza or food!!!

I tried the CHICKEN PARM for the first time. It was okay. If I could change anything I'd ask for…read morethinner noodles and the sauce could be a little less watery. Perhaps the noodles needed to be drained longer.

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What's the Scoop

4.0(178 reviews)

1.8 mi

Stopped by this ice cream spot after dinner for a sweet treat, and it was the perfect way to end…read morethe night! My daughter and I got chocolate ice cream, and my mom tried the almond joy flavor. Both were absolutely delicious. The flavors were rich and hit the spot. There was plenty of seating inside, but since the weather was so nice, we decided to enjoy our ice cream outside, which made it even better. Such a simple but great experience. The staff were knowledgeable and helped. They didn't seem like they were in a rush which was great! 10/10 ice cream!

I went here for the first time last week and I would 100% go back!! There were SO many flavors to…read morechoose from and some of them were so unique! I got two scoops so I could try two flavors but I definitely will be going back to try some of the other flavors as well! If you're in the area I highly recommend stopping by here.

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David O.

8 years ago

I ordered a chicken parmigiana sub and mozzarella sticks for lunch from this pizzeria. The bread for the sub was a bit hard and the chicken was cut into pieces instead of having a whole chicken. It tasted a bit funny to me but it did have enough sauce and cheese. The mozzarella sticks were horrible, I mean how hard is it to make mozzarella sticks. That is one thing that I will never order again from this pizzeria. It tasted as if it was under-cooked or something and just had a disgusting taste to it. Overall I think the food would have tasted a bit better if they paid more attention to cooking the food properly. read more

John D.

11 years ago

I have family that lives in the area when ever I visit I go to francos I only live about 30min away too and since the pizza by me isn't great when I crave it I will go out of my way for francos, the pizza is the best I've had but that's not all they do, the burgers are massive, the garlic knots are big and delicious I also love their wings since they also have alot of different sauces I always go with the atomic when I do get them, if you want pizza you need to come here they never let down read more

Alena Z.

8 years ago

These people charge $7 for some chicken nuggets and french fries. The french fries are not even good, how can you mess up on making french fries? The chicken nuggets taste like the ones that you buy from Stop & Shop or Shop-rite. It is like they bought it from the supermarket and threw it in the microwave; except the supermarket ones actually taste better. This was a complete waste of $7 and next time I think I would rather buy it from the supermarket and make it myself. read more

Nathan N.

8 years ago

Today we went to franco's pizza. It was around 8.30 PM and was not sure whether to eat there or not. We wanted vegetarian pizza and the cook made a fresh personal vegetarian pizza. It was delicious to say the least and did not feel heavy at all. It was also pretty affordable. Needless to say we will go there go again! read more

Frank Z.

13 years ago

I like it they have pretty good pizza you can't find anywhere else like chicken Caesar salad pizza and my favorite seafood pizza, they have friendly staff and they never disappoint read more

Linda S.

3 years ago

Pizza is the best around. We always order from here when our office gets lunch ordered!

Patrick M.

10 years ago

this place has very delicious food and I come here most of the time for my lunch.

Frank D.

13 years ago

Come here often but I order more and delivery is fast and good

Tom D.

13 years ago

Come here often they have good pizza and chicken wings

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