Went to Clarizio's Italian Ristorante and I'm still thinking about this meal closing my eyes…read moretonight. I ordered the pork chop and I swear it melted in my mouth faster than my paycheck disappears on Amazon. Perfectly cooked, juicy, and seasoned so well I almost stood up and applauded in the middle of the restaurant. Then came dessert... the cannoli cake. Whoever invented that deserves their own national holiday. Out of this world doesn't even describe it. I took one bite and immediately started questioning every other dessert I've ever eaten in my life. The staff was awesome, the atmosphere was great, and honestly I'd probably fight a small bear for another slice of that cake.

This past Saturday night was my husband and my first time dining at this restaurant even though we…read moredo live locally. Many of our friends have recommended Clarizio's to us but every time we gave thought about coming it has been particularly difficult to get a reservation on a Saturday night. I was working late on Saturday, so I was unaware that my husband was able to make a reservation for 8:30PM. Reservations are not made through Open Table. Instead, Clarizio's website send you to another site called Resy to make a reservation. What was shocking and disappointing is that Clarizio's hold your credit card number to secure the reservation and if you don't show a $25 fee is charged. My husband was so worried that they were going to count us as a no show because we were running a little late. He even tried to call to inform them that we were running late, but no one answered the phone. Luckily, Clarizio's called us because we were about 10 min late to inquire our whereabouts and we had just turned into the restaurant parking lot. Upon arrival, the hostess took us to a table set for 2 in a crowded dining room with all other tables holding large parties. Although it was crowded it did not take away anything from our wonderful dining experience! Our waiter John P was extremely nice and helpful especially after he learned that it was our first time dining here. Unfortunately, I was unaware that it was BYOB because I was working and was unable to check the website. Our waiter John eased our minds by saying that it was okay and that we would have to rely on their food to make a good impression. That certainly was no disappointment! Our food was so terrific, that we cannot wait to return and taste so many other delicious sounding items on their menu. John also told us that unless we have huge appetites, their entree portions were large enough to share. We were glad to take John's suggestion and shared the Zuppa di Pesce which was plentiful of shellfish in a tomato broth over angel hair pasta. We have had this dish in many other Italian restaurants and this was one of the best! This entree also came with one salad and I asked for an extra salad for me since we were sharing the entree. Not to go unnoticed was the crunchy outside and soft inside delicious bread. For dessert, we shared the Tiramisu suggested by John as it was his personal favorite. It was so light and flavorful that we too could make it our personal favorite! All in all this was a fabulous dining experience and I highly recommend this restaurant! Next time though, I will remember to bring a bottle of wine.

We tried Patricia's for lunch this time since it had been a while. It was good overall. Service was…read moregood along with our meals. Still a solid byob. Appetizer Seafood salad- we shared as a starter Eggplant tower Penne à la vodka We tried Patricia's for lunch this time since it had been a while. It was good overall. Service was good along with our meals. Still a solid byob. Appetizer Seafood salad- we shared as a starter Eggplant tower Penne à la vodka Frankie's famous meatballs Poached pear salad beet salad Dessert- Chocolate lava cake Poached pear salad beet salad Dessert- Chocolate lava cake

I have seen this spot in staten 100x, never ate there…read more My wife and i decided to give this one a shot, what an experience. The establishment is beautiful, clean & cool decor. The staff was kind, respectful and knew their stuff. Ashley was our server & she was awesome. Her knowledge of food and the menu was exceptional. She helped us decide on a few items and when i was going opt out of desert, she gave me a lesson on how an affogato came to be. The lamb chops were cooked to perfection, the flavor on the pasta was delicious and the fresh, table side mozz was phenomenal. Looking forward to going back!!!

Had lunch there yesterday with a group of friends. The food was outstanding and our waitress,…read moreAngela, was terrific. We were a large table yet everything was brought out piping hot at the same time. We had a large variety of foods and everyone was very happy with all of it. Will definitely be going back.

Super disappointing and disheartening experience at this establishment. My family experienced some…read moreof the worst hospitality we have ever seen in our lives from staff at Via Sposito... The group stopped in, casually on a Saturday night - the first thing that my dad asked the staff was whether it was okay to dine there given the way they were dressed - which was nothing fancy, but casual and acceptable. But I guess the staff was bothered by that.. not that they communicated so. The staff could have answered, "no, your attire is not appropriate/ doesn't follow our dress code." We would have left. Truly don't know what the issue was. Service was super rushed. It felt like they didn't want to serve us. The second the appetizer came out she asked us to order dinner. We asked for 5 minutes and she refused us... saying that she had to put the order in at that moment because "dishes may take 45 minutes to cook" and that we "may not get our food"... lol it was laughable... When we asked for water, the waitress said that they didn't have any glasses for the water. What do you mean you don't have any glasses for water? It felt like she was playing a joke or blatantly trying to upset us. Icing on the cake, the waitress served my dad an expired beer. She claimed it was their last can. When he confronted her about the date on the can, she was rude, and did not really seem to care about serving expired alcohol. The manager also brushed us off. So upsetting. I don't ever aim to bash businesses, especially local ones, but it is disappointing to find out that going to restaurants marketed as luxe and upscale doesn't mean you are going to be treated in such a way, at all. In fact, the opposite. Definitely won't be returning to this place... I wish them the best and truly hope they re-evaluate the way they treat paying customers.

The service is consistently attentive and friendly, adding to the easygoing, comforting mood that…read moregreat diners pull off so well. I've ordered the bronzino here countless times, and it remains a standout. The fish is always cooked just right--tender, flavorful, and nicely complemented by thoughtful seasoning and bright, fresh accompaniments. It's one of those dishes you anticipate every visit, and it never disappoints.

SamVera 476 Route 520…read moreMarlboro, NJ 07746 Vongole Oreganata SamVera Pollo Located near the intersection of Route 79 and Route 520 directly outside the confines of the Marlboro Shopping Center is a family owned two-story Italian specialty restaurant. Manager Sammy introduced me to a fine two-course meal. Vongole Oreganata: These little neck clams were covered with Italian bread crumbs and simmered in white wine and garlic sauce. Although encased in a hard outer shell, these clams have a firm, chewy texture. Feel free to add some lemon to enhance the flavor. Enjoy them by hand or with a seafood fork; the choice is yours. SamVera Pollo: Named after the restaurant, this plate consists of grilled chicken breast with a vegetable medley. There was an overwhelming variety of produce and that is certainly a good thing; a small sized potato is also included. The chicken was pounded thin and sautéed in white wine sauce. It was very easy to cut into, which is why it had a tender and juicy texture. In addition to having a full service bar, there is also a wine cellar. This cellar may be narrow in size, but it is stocked with over 1,000 chilled bottles featuring high quality vino from all over the world. While you are dining, admire the beautiful arrangement of attractive wall art, sculptures and autographed sporting memorabilia. Not only is SamVera an ideal location for date night and family gatherings, it is also a perfect spot to host large get-togethers or special occasions. There are additional private party rooms on the second floor. SamVera received a positive media spotlight, which accounts for my perfect dining experience. #samvera #samveramarlboro #samverapollo #vongoleoreganata #ItalianDiningExperience

Unfortunately the gnocchi was improperly prepared, extremely gummy and couldn't hold its shape…read more Very mushy. The rest of the table enjoyed their food!

Who knew such a hidden gem was right near me all this time?…read more Mia is a casual BYOB Italian restaurant in Oceanport. The food is delicious and the service was very friendly and attentive. I enjoyed Veal Saltimbocca. Definitely try Mia!

We held my daughter's babay shower there yesterday and it was a huge success! Everything was…read moreabsolutely perfect! The venue, the food, and the staff were all amazing! I cannot say enough about the attentiveness, care, and genuine concern for the success of our party that was exhibited by every member of the staff. They went above and beyond and it was truly appreciated. Superior service!!!!! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

This place is soo good! I cannot say enough good things about the food. We sat at the bar with a…read morecouple of friends and had dinner on a Sunday night. We ate so good and the vibe was everything. The view overlooks the water. I definitely recommend this place & cannot wait to go back. Our waiters were awesome. Matt made the espresso martinis perfect. We also had wine and beer. All cold and perfect!

My daughter said "Mommy, you have to Yelp about this place", so here we are. I was looking for a…read moredinner option ahead of a concert at PNC Arts Center, forever and ever known as Garden State Arts Center. While Sale & Pepe isn't exactly around the corner, it is not far away and if timed right, is just perfect for the occasion. Everyone was friendly and helpful from the moment we arrived. We were early, so we had our choice of table. The menu has a ton of options, and after confirming that the portion size is quite large, we opted to share everything family style. Beware, the entrees come with salad, so we had a little too much salad, but in the best way possible. Our server was attentive and the restaurant felt cozy and perfect for a family meal. It is BYOB, always a plus in my book. Every entree was simply delicious, and also very very large. We did our best not to leave any food behind, but it was quite the challenge. Sadly, we ran out of room for dessert, so we'll have to correct this next time. My kids want to move closer to this restaurant, so I think they approve. We'll definitely be back if ever in the area.

Excellent restaurant! Family owned and super nice people who…read moreGenuinely care! Delicious food!

Place was amazing a hidden gem. Food was fantastic a service was impeccable. All the seafood we…read moreordered was fresh and delicious. Also BYOB is a bonus.

Used Pauline's to cater a recent event-food was amazing! Multiple guests asked for contact info…read more Only wish there had been more (no leftovers ha ha) Tom was especially helpful-when I couldn't find the catering menu online he personally texted it to me within minutes. Would definitely use them again.