Luca&#x27;s Pizza &amp; Restaurant

This is a wonderful little pizzeria & pub with a very homey atmosphere, calm and welcoming staff,…read moreand all of the Italian classics you'd expect. We had the chicken parmesan and it was great (didn't take a picture since we were too busy stuffing our faces!) We also had two pizza pies that were cooked to perfection, and everything tasted fresh. We didn't order drinks this time, but they do have a full bar.

New wing flavors and specials for Saint Patties day…read more Flavors can also be tossed with Calamari!

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Garden salad with balsamic dressing

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Pizza & Pasta

3.9(71 reviews)

1.1 mi

Tortellini pizza/pasta and the cheese ravioli were soooo good!! Good flavor and portions.read more

Pizza & Pasta is one of those places that reminds you why some neighborhood spots never lose their…read morequality. I first started coming here well over a decade ago, and I recently stopped in again and ordered the Chef's Special pizza. It was just as good as it was back then. I later found out why. The same guy who made my pizza years ago is still there making it today. Same people, same skills, same results. I also realized something I somehow never noticed before. They use a real wood-fired oven. Once you see it, everything about the pizza makes sense, especially the crust and flavor. The original owners are still involved, which explains the consistency. That kind of continuity is rare and it shows. They also have a bar with alcohol that you can sit at, which is a nice bonus and not something you find at every mom and pop pizza place. It's in a small strip mall and easy to overlook, but it's absolutely worth seeking out. If you care about quality and places that stay true to what they do best, this is one of them.

Wood fired oven

Antipasto Misto

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Jozanna's Casual Italian Restaurant

4.5(373 reviews)

0.6 mi

Excellent service and the food was phenomenal. Food is an…read moreextension of our heritage, reminiscent of our grandparents. This restaurant, from the moment you sit at your table, you realize the food represents the authenticity of our Italian culture.

Always great service and tons of food. If you can finish you plate you are amazing as the food is…read morea hearty portion of Italian flavor. Try the zucchini flowers as they are light batter with a rich cheese inside. Large calamari's also a great appetizer as it is lightly battered with a tomato sauce for dipping . The chicken Danielle is smothered in mozzarella and a rich sweet gravy working dried tomatoes. Large portion flounder was decorated so love oath loads of veggies. Salad was tangy with a kick . You go feeling full and look forward to leftovers

Dining room

Chicken Diane

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Chicken Parm

Lubrano's Pizzeria & Restaurant

3.9(211 reviews)

2.5 mi

Fast and friendly service. There's several tables to sit and eat, but most people get takeout…read more Pizza was good, but it has A LOT of cheese on it, so it's very filling.

Been ordering from there for a few years. Unfortunately last night I ordered 2 cheesesteaks & it…read morehad yellow american cheese inside. YUCK! Due to the late pickup they were closed once I got home. Called today to see if anything could be done since I didn't eat it. Nope. Not even willing to remake it with another type of cheese. Will not be ordering there again. $32 wasted.

Order counter

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Dining room...more togo this evening.

Dunellen Forno

4.0(72 reviews)

2.7 mi

The bacon pizza was amazing! they take your order and then serve it fresh and hot I will definitely…read morebe recommending this restaurant to my friends and some of my family members. And they served It fresh out the oven. 10/10

All Food is great, Service was perfect and the ambiance was calm and relaxing…read more Yesterday I .Ethan up with .y daughter and family as t Forno. We all had a great time, the .usuc was soft, not loud, we could talk without shouting. Prices are reasonable, I have been to all places in the area, this is my place to enjoy while entertaining family.

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TOMMY PIE & MARINARA PIE

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Outside

The Neighborhood Pub & Grill At Ellery's

3.7(81 reviews)

0.9 mi

Ellery's lives up to their name as a neighborhood pub and grill. As a lowkey place for some food…read moreand drinks, the atmosphere is inviting and there is plenty of seating at the bar or tables nearby. They also have a cool outdoor area for when the weather is nice. I've been here several times and they usually have some special drinks on rotation on top of all the usual bar staples. They have specials on some days of the week (Taco Tuesday, Half price apps, Trivia night, etc) which is an added bonus. The food and drinks have always been good and the service is right up there too. We have been there during a few live bands and we were always pleasantly surprised with how good they sounded. Overall, you can't go wrong if you're looking for a no-frills joint to grab a drink and some food.

Ellery's is your perfect neighborhood bar/grill - so the establishment's full name is very fitting!…read moreThe food is consistently prepared & presented well every time. The drinks are affordable and the friendly bartenders are attentive (shout out to Sally). They also have outdoor seating and a private room for events. Trivia nights, live bands, and karaoke nights are another fun plus!

Bar area - great decorative lighting on the ceiling throughout entire restaurant

Chicken "Chipotle" Wrap Sandwich

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Mr Assante Pizza

3.9(64 reviews)

2.5 mi

Ordered a large plain pie! The pizza here is so good. Crust is soft and crunchy. The sauce and…read morecheese are delicious. The thickness of the slice is between a thin and medium. The cheese is not burnt! Love this NY style pizza.

I'm born in Chicago, spent holidays in NJ & now live in LA. Mr Assante Pizza is exactly what pizza…read moreis supposed to be; end of story. If only I could get a slice like this in california *sigh*.

More pepperoni pizza

Pepperoni pizza

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Plain large pie

Joe's Meat Market

4.0(327 reviews)

1.4 mi

Got roast beef/turkey sloppy joes. There's not enough words to say how wonderful it is!…read moreYummy, messy, fantastic! Service was extremely fast and the sandwiches were the best we've had! Would highly recommend

My wife and I discovered this place recently and were surprised at not only the large portions (we…read moretook half home for dinner) but also the prices, which seem to be from an earlier time when things were less expensive. We will definitely be returning.

Braised Beef Ribs

Sloppy Joe

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Cafe Agira 2

4.1(25 reviews)

2.6 mi

Fabulous Brooklyn style pizza... Also best white sauce pizza…read moreThin crust and freshness plus

The pizza is terrible. The sausage is crush which is not a preference of mine. The pepperoni is is…read moregreasy AF! The sauce is blah. Antipasto for two? I don't think so. It's very small and everything is diced up not chopped, but diced into little bits. Smh.

Half Plain, Half Pepperoni Sausage Pizza

Fried calamari

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Freshly made cavatelli pasta with Bolognese sauce

pizza and pasta

5.0(1 review)

1.1 mi

Best bar pies so far, you can also order the 16" coal brick oven pizza! All top of the ladder to…read moreme!

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Pat W.

10 years ago

I heard about this little home town favorite from a friend he swore they have the best cheesesteaks from here to Philly . I tried the cheese steak with onions and it was amazing ! Well done Luca's. read more

Lou S.

10 years ago

Pizza, cheesesteaks, anything there is great! Never had a bad meal in 7 years since going there!

A. L.

5 years ago

Best pizza in middlesex. Also a great spot for a chicken roll if you're passing through.

Richard R.

106

12 years ago

Not the best pizza, not the worst either. Decent cheese steak, chicken one is better.

Dave L.

15 years ago

Best pizza in town. That in a town that has at least 7 pizza places.

Heidi L.

4 years ago

Good food for a great price. Everyone is very friendly.

Kimberly S.

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9 years ago

Another great dinner from Luca's!

Julie J.

15 years ago

Best pizza and crust in town

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