I was looking for a new Italian restaurant to try on my drive down 78 and discovered Lupa. I was…read morehappy to find a spot at the bar, and the staff and customers were all friendly. The ambiance is pretty, modern, and clean. For dinner, I ordered the pappardelle and broccoli rabe, which also came with fresh bread and a cold tomato spread. I finished my meal with a slice of tiramisu, and it was moist and flavorful. One of the staff mentioned that everything is made in-house. The restaurant is conveniently located just down the street from the train station, and parking was easy next door at the bank. Altogether, I really enjoyed my experience at Lupa, and I look forward to returning with friends to try more of the menu!

I was looking for a well rated Italian restaurant in Union County and Lupa Ristorante came up on…read moremany lists so I decided to check it out with friends. Lupa is located in a section of Berkely Heights that has seen a lot of recent construction, so it is very pretty and clean. You couldn't be blamed if you bypassed the restaurant. It is not very flashy looking and that is part of its charm. Be warned, there are not a lot of parking spaces behind the restaurant so you may wind up parking in the bank parking lot next to it (when the bank is closed of course). The staff at Lupa is super friendly and treats you like a regular even if this is your first time. The host was super nice, the waitress fantastic and the chef even came to our table to talk to us when we were done eating! The interior is very clean and modern looking. It's elegant and perfect for virtually any event including dates, anniversaries and family get togethers. We wound up sitting in the same area as the bar, which mostly has 2-4 seater tables and of course you can sit at the bar as well. The other side of the restaurant is where the larger tables are located. Here's a rundown of what we had: CLAMS ON TOAST Baby clams. crispy ham. thyme When I ordered this, I expected to see slices of toast with crispy ham and baby clams on top. Instead, it is two large pieces of wonderfully toasted bread with crispy ham on top. The actual clams sit in a *delicious* broth. Taken altogether these various components form a delicious bite. Be sure to dip that bread into the broth! SQUID INK SPAGHETTI lobster knuckles and claws. broccoli florets. grape tomatoes. Sherry Cream Sauce This dish has a wonderfully deep and earthy flavor. I've had squid ink pasta before and this was a wonderful example of it. The sauce was perfect and it was cooked beautifully. HANGER STEAK Truffled pomme frites. Chimichurri The steak was beautifully cooked (we had it medium rare) and the chimichurri sauce was great. However, the steak needed a bit more salt (and I'm not usually one to add salt to food). The pomme frites were wonderfully crispy and tasty. BROCCOLI RABE lemon. Kilos Broccoli rabe is a simple side dish but it is one of my favorites. It is also one that can easily be overcooked. These folks cooked it perfectly and it made for a fantastic side dish. My party and I loved our experience at Lupa and we all agreed we would happily return any time!

Modestly superb family restaurant with first-rate Italian classics, warm, professional service, and…read morea pleasant atmosphere that's lively but still quiet enough for conversation.

Extremely slow service. We sat down at seven pm and an hour and a half later still nothing.read more

Dimaio is a wonderful restaurant to eat at. The quality of…read morethe food is excellent comparable to any good Italian restaurant any where (I have been to many) The service is remarkable Kindness, respect and knowledge I highly recommended

Kids love the pizza. The restaurant is always busy and I'm so anxious to try the pork chops!!…read more Super fast and friendly service! Family favorite

Went here last night with another couple. It's a BYOB which is nice in these times of rising costs…read more Has own parking lot, but can get filled because they share it with a Japanese restaurant located above them. Plenty of parking in street if needed. Inside is dark and inviting and they have a cute outdoor dining space as well. They start out by serving fresh Foccacia with seasoned olive oil. For starters , my wife and I shared an eggplant tower, fried eggplant layered with mozzarella and tomatoes. Very good. Our friends shared a salad and enjoyed as well. For mains our friends both ordered the hanger steak, my wife had the salmon, and I ordered their chicken special ( a boneless breast wrapped in pancetta). Everything was not only delicious but plentiful. Owner checked on us several times during our meals. Highly recommend trying this establishment.

Small family owned restaurant in Berkeley Heights with its own parking lot. After checking out Yelp…read morereviews, we stopped by for dinner. Cute interior with Christmas decorations already making things festive. We were greeted and seated near the cozy fireplace. Started with the harvest salad, conveniently split in the kitchen. Delicious. Entrees were pappardelle ragu and their seared tuna. Both were fresh and flavorful. We finished the evening with their house made tiramisu. Yum. Will be back as service was attentive and friendly, food was great and loved the decor!

Pizza: Yes. Would order again. Sandwiches: Yes. Corleone…read moreSandwich was one of the best I've ever had. "Buffalo wings": No. It's fried chicken with hot sauce on the side. Not again.​ So 4/5 stars. Will return for the Corleone and the pizza. Not for the "Buffalo wings."

A friend recommended this place to me. Their pizza is good! I grew up in the area but moved to CA…read more20 years ago where they just don't make pizza like they do on the east coast. I love me a good plain cheese pizza and this place does it well. Satisfied my NY pizza craving!

We recently celebrated a high school graduation at Ancona Bistro with a party of six, and it could…read morenot have been a better choice. From the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding. Our server was attentive, friendly, and did a great job taking care of our larger group without ever making us feel rushed. The food was excellent across the board. The Chicken Milanese was perfectly crisp and tender, topped with a fresh arugula and feta salad that balanced the dish beautifully. The Penne Vodka was rich, creamy, and packed with flavor. Every plate that came to the table looked great and was enjoyed by our group. The atmosphere was another highlight. The dining room is warm, inviting, and comfortable with an upscale neighborhood Italian feel. It struck the perfect balance between special occasion dining and a relaxed family gathering. If you're looking for a place to celebrate a milestone, enjoy a family dinner, or simply have a great Italian meal, Ancona Bistro delivers. Excellent food, outstanding service, and a wonderful ambiance. We'll definitely be back.

Came here for Thanksgiving yesterday. We had never been here before, but heard positive things…read moreabout it so we were a little nervous. Everything was beyond delicious. Our appetizers and our dinners. No complaints from anyone in our large group. Staff were very friendly for working a holiday. Inside is very clean. I definitely recommend and I would come back for sure.

Ordered something other than pizza for the first time. (Pizza was not so great, bland and under…read morecooked) But we ordered Calamari. Couldn't chew through it! Sliced way too thick and large circle pieces. Not cooked enough? Not soaked in milk? Whatever, very tough and chewy. Will not order again. Wait staff needs some training. Love their pizza. Salad dressing is the bomb.

Consistently good. Pizza is great and eat-in restaurant is not fancy but serves up some nice…read moremeals. Family friendly and prices are very fair.

We've always had a great experience here - no matter whether it's the bar tenders, servers or…read morereception staff they're always friendly. Food comes up piping hot - my favorite dish on the menu is their Fish Tacos (soooo good). Ambience is that of a classic pub. They also have a heated outdoor section which is nice

Went for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and there were plenty of open tables. Our server was…read moreattentive and sweet. I ordered the Southwest Shrimp bowl and it was amazing! Shrimp, rice, lettuce, avocado, corn, black beans, pickled red onion and jalapeno! I'll definitely be back just to have that again! Prior to this, I've only had Delicious Heights catering at events, but I would love to come back to the restaurant!

Absolutely phenomenal time. I haven't been here in a while, and I've clearly been missing out. The…read morefood creations are incredible--familiar staples are reimagined with a fresh, inventive spin. The drink menu is creative, the beer is expertly brewed, and there are plenty of healthy salad options alongside a pulled pork sandwich my son couldn't get enough of. George, our waiter, really deserves to be mentioned at the top of this review. He understands the art of great service in a way few people do--always present but never overbearing. He was genuinely invested in making sure my family had an amazing experience.

Met a long-time friend for lunch while visiting New Jersey. Since he lives nearby, he suggested The…read moreTrap Rock Restaurant & Brewery for our lunchtime meeting--and it was an excellent recommendation. From start to finish, the experience was outstanding. Our server was attentive and professional, the food was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm, inviting, and quietly classy--ideal for a relaxed lunch and conversation. I started with the Candy Roaster Squash & Coconut Soup, a vegan dish with a warm, sweet, and hearty flavor profile. It was absolutely perfect on a cold winter day. For my entrée, I ordered the Brewer's Burger with pepper jack cheese, caramelized onions, pickles, lettuce, tomato, rosemary aioli, and a side of frites. The flavors came together beautifully--salty, sweet, and savory notes all working in harmony. Truly a dance in your mouth. One additional detail worth noting: the gender-neutral accessible restroom was spotless and had a very pleasant odor. It was top-notch, just like everything else about this restaurant. I would absolutely return.

The ribeye Philly cheesesteak was very tasty with the onions and peppers. The ribeye was tender…read more The buffalo wings were ok. It was a little on the salty side. The French onion soup was really good. The soup was perfect. It was not as salty as your typical French onion soup. The mozzarella melted on top was delicious. The French bread with the soup was delicious. As for the thin crust pizza, it was great! The thin crust was firm. The sauce was was enough. The mozzarella cheese had caramel burnt marks. The crust was nicely charred. Overall, the pizza was very good. First time here tonight! And will definitely comeback to try the other entrees and apps on the menu! The food came quick and our server always checked up on us! They have a decent amount of beers on the tap!

Change out the fireplace to gas or fix the whole set up. It stinks like smoke in the main room…read more My hair reeks of smoke. 5 of us in a small booth with hi chair at end. We couldn't move. Apps came out, and within 5 minutes our dinners arrived. Ridiculous. Keep giving this place a second chance but I think we're done.