Great food--wonderful tasty entré choices. Service fantastic. Best Italian food, and family style available. Yum! Definitely returning here!!!! read more

EVERYTHING I/WE have ever ordered is superb. The subs are the freshest I have ever had. And the pizza, oh, the pizza! The original pie takes me back to the 1950's(in a good way) Don't bother going anywhere else. read more

Mmmm, classic NJ plain slice! Yum. I almost didn't enter Primavera's despite two "Yes, we're open" signs. They have drapes covering the glass doors and windows (I'm guessing to block heat in summer & cold in winter) I always want to see inside a restaurant before getting food. The interior is nice and clean, updated and the guy at the register was very friendly and polite. The plain pizza was really tasty and hit the spot! They have nothing to hide besides great pizza! read more

Primaveras Cafe - Exterior - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

The food is okay, but the owner (I assume, older guy with glasses) is a complete douche. Attitude for no reason at all and it seems like i'm not the only one. Bathroom was also absolutely disgusting. read more

If I can give this a negative 100 then that's what I would do!! You guys need to do better at your customer service. Poor service you loose plenty of your supporters. We support your business and to get a rude disrespectful man speaking to an elderly woman with her grandkids was horrible. DO BETTER!!! That was so wrong we walked out and were deeply offended by the way he spoke to her which I believe was the owner. I will never go back here again!! read more

Leaving my rating, being generous, at 3 stars. As with my previous meal, I wouldn't get the Sicilian panini I ordered this time again! First what I received is dry focaccia bread served cold, not a pressed panini. Second, the texture of half the chicken was like brittle rubber! Seems to happen to chicken sometimes, but I couldn't eat it and threw it out! At least I was able to eat half of it! The pasta salad was tasty, but incredibly oily! Ordering something else next time! read more

Primaveras Cafe - $17.95 for 6 shrimp on a salad! - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

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VERY RUDE!! went in there to get a pizza. Guy was very rude and had a attitude the whole time talking to me!

Terrible service. Came here for the first time with my family. From the moment we walked through the door, some guy wearing glasses rolled his eyes when we asked for a table. I think his name was Alex (as per the check) He did not give us much time to look through the menu before he started asking what we wanted and seemed annoyed at the fact that we were taking too long to answer him. When we asked if they served wine, his answer was "there is a liquor store down the road" very annoyed. After that I just wanted to get out. A real shame, as I was told by some people that other servers are much nicer. read more

SO RUDE , I walked in asked if they had Italian cheeseburgers the man was so rude to me " we don't have Italian cheeseburgers in Italy " and walked away ! read more

the pizza was a 2/10 the cheese had no flavor and the slice barely had flavor. we tried the peperoni, chicken parm, and grandma slice and they were all mid. we ordered garlic knots and didnt recieve them, and the caesar salad dressing wasnt traditional. the guy who picked up the phone was rude. 1/5 read more

The service and staff are amazing! The food is even better ! The strawberry and mango salad is a MUST TRY !! I had it with both balsamic vinegar dressing and honey lemon dressing. Talk about out of this world ! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!! read more

Once again , thank you to Sly and his staff-they never let us down. The food was fresh and delicious-the hotsy-totsy shrimp melted in our mouths.... The penne and vodka were perfection. Chicken Francese was so soft -the fork was all you needed. Marinara sauce on some linguini was the best accompaniment.....Bring your own bottle to finish off a meal for a King!!! Can't wait to come back read more

Primaveras Cafe - Easy parking...great food - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

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We ordered from here at least once a week. The food is usually wonderful. Tonight we ordered, a veal parm dinner, sausage pepper and onion hero and tortellini alfredo. The veal and sausages were deep fried. They were so dry the veal was curling in on itself, and the sausages were completely dried out, when you bit into them they crumbled. The tortellini was almost as hard as when it went into the water. We called them, giving them a chance to address this issue. The person who answered the phone, could not have been more unconcerned. Going so far as saying he didn't believe there was a problem. We even told them to come and take it back to see for themselves. They weren't interested. Sorry to say, they have lost a customer. I guess they don't care about losing appx. $400 a month in revenue from us. read more

I ordered a 3-topping pizza from Primaveras for pick up--pepperoni, sausage and extra cheese. I paid in cash and left a tip. Although I made it clear to on the phone I wanted the 3 toppings on the whole pie, it was put only on half. I didn't know that until I drove all the way home. I called. Soon as I said that he cuts me off and starts yelling. I didn't even respond. I just hung up. Mistakes are made, but being rude is a choice. Primaveras WAS among my favorite pizza places in Linden, if not my Number One. I'm sorry that I can't go anymore. read more

Primaveras Cafe - Good pizza, but I won't be screamed at for no reason. - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

Won't go back - food was burnt and undercooked at the same time. Really has gone down hill. Portion size is much smaller than in the past . Soooo disappointed. Use to like going here. read more

Primaveras Cafe - Burnt and undercooked lasagna - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

I got a coupon for 2 large pizzas for $20.00. I told the employee prior to coming that I would be using the coupon. NO WHERE on the coupon(back included) does it says we can only buy a cheese pizza. I got there and she said it can only be used for a cheese pizza and she can only take off $4.00!!!! I asked her where does it say that, she stumbled and said but yea its chest pizza. I'm so angry, I ordered 2 pies I didnt need, I only ordered it because the coupon said 2 large pizzas for 20.00! I will never be back! Deceptive business practices. (I have uploaded a picture of the coupon below and you tell me if it says cheese pizza anywhere) read more

Primaveras Cafe - Nowhere does it say cheese pizza. I mentioned the 20.00 coupon on the phone and she said nothing. - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

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Another small Italian gem in the area. We're staying in the area for a track meet, so the pre-race meal is almost always Italian so my son can load carbs and lean protein for the following day. Service was fast and friendly in a very tiny, quaint dinner setting beyond the pizzeria area at the front of the store. Dinner was delicious. I had the rigatoni with rabe and sausage. My son went with chicken saltimbocca with linguine. Portion sizes were perfect. There wasn't much of a crowd,. We were welcomed and seated immediately. All in all a good experience. Primavera's is definitely on our approved list for future visits to the area. read more

Primaveras Cafe - Rigatoni with broccoli rabe and sausage - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

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Was craving pizza while at the laundromat and decided to try here. I'm very glad that I did. It's clean friendly affordable and tastes good. I only wish I tried it sooner . read more

Primaveras Cafe - I'm in the laundromat but you get the picture - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

I placed an order online on their actual Primaveras website as I normally do Saturday 4/1/23 at 9:12 pm for delivery, I received email with order# that order was received & confirmed. At 9:27 I received email that order was completed & how did they do. Still waiting for order to be delivered at 9:52 I was concerned where order was being they close at 10:00pm, the call was answered I ask where my order was he tells me the kitchen is closed, I repeat again that the order was placed at 9;10 & I received confirmation plus email that the order was completed, he pauses then tells me again I don't know what to tell you the kitchen is closed. Well after saying very angrily a few choice words & telling him they just lost a customer I hung up. Now I just called my credit card company to see if I was charged & the scumbags charged me for an order they never delivered. I've had messed up orders before that I let slide I won't order pizza from there for reasons I won't get into but this was just total BS the guy that answered the phone was a clown. You raise prices then add handling fees you damn well better have your house in order consistency quality service & skimping isn't running a good business. See ya RC... The only reason it get one star is because I have to for it to process read more

The food is delicious ! Loved the Rigatoni and the Bruschetta! Will definitely order again.

just had food delivered from there. Am not impressed with their food. i read the reviews on here, and it is the reason why i ordered from them. i look at my Receipt and my order was. spaghetti and meatballs 9.95 chicken francaise 12.95 small house salad 2.95 garlic knots 2.50 tax 2.00 total 30.35 the delivery person has a chip on his shoulder. Very unfriendly when i greeted him. He didnt greet me back. He didn't give me the right change. The food was hospital grade. the pasta and red sauce has no flavor. it was watery and dull no hints of basil, oregano or even parsley in the sauce. meatballs had no character or life. it was like eating unflavored ground meat. the chicken francaise sauce was good. but the portion was small. it was like they took the half of cutlet and cut it in half. the house salad would have been better if it wasn't drowned with their atrocious house dressing. garlic knot are under cooked and doughy. over all i would never recommend this food to anyone. an inmate on death row would know this food is not good. i have been in the restaurant and hospitality business for over 10 years. here in union county. so i have been around good food and know whats good food. this place doesn't have it . your better off getting Italian food from a Chinese buffet read more

Ordered through DoorDash they forgot one of my items and told me I had to contact DoorDash to have them pick up the item. Horrible customer service. Own up to your mistakes there was no reason I should have had to contact DoorDash to pick up an item they forgot to pack. Long story short they didn't offer to deliver it so I had to get it myself. The food wasn't even that great. Now I remember why I stopped ordering from here in the first place. read more

Everything is delicious!!!! You can't go wrong with any of the options on their menu here. The staff is super friendly and the atmosphere is relaxed with an old Brooklyn style pizzeria feeling. Casual seating in the front and a nice sit down area in the back of the restaurant. They seem to host a lot of the linden policemen here. Haven't been here at a time when I didn't see an officer enjoying a nice meal. It is conveniently placed by the gym and has a lot of different and delicious options for salads but you definitely need to try Grandma's Pizza if you're here!!! Best pizza in jersey that I've had yet! And this is coming from a Brooklynite! ;) Now only if they can offer rice balls I never have to go bak to bk!!! read more

I'm from NY & I can tell you it's really hard to find a good Pizza Place in NJ!!! I mean you have to drive to Hoboken, NJ to get a close to NY style Pizza, anyways I found this pizzeria driving by & notice it, I mean so many times I passed by this place..lol..When I finally decided to step in the place @ the time it was own by 2 Italian Brothers from Brooklyn, I said to myself Yes! NY style Pizza! I became a regular until they sold it, Then one weekend I was hungry for Pizza & I said to myself let me see how the new owner does their Pizza? tried a slice and it was good enough for me, way better Pizza compare to others around Roselle!, Elizabeth! & Linden! especially compare to the crappy "Pizza Hut, Dominoes or Papa Johns"... I became a regular here and I order a pies on weekends its very good! read more

Pizza is good . Garlic knots are also very good . Good atmosphere, went there a couple of times with my cousins and had a good time there . Delivery time is also pretty quick and the pizza reaches the house pretty hot . read more

Food is great and I've been a loyal customer for a couple years now but the customer service I just received was absolutely atrocious. The man on the phone was cursing at me all for an extra $2.50 charge that couldn't be added to my debit card for some reason. Although the food is great it's not worth the subpar service read more

Amazing food, every single time. We got them catered and it was fantastic, everyone loved it. And every time we order it's fast and correct and delicious. The vodka pizza, bruschetta, gnocchi vodka, mozzerella sticks, garlic bread and salad are all fantastic. This place is a regular go to for us and the best in Linden in our opinion! read more

Great spot for pizza or Italian dinners. I go there often, and never had a bad experience. Tonight I ordered hot and cold sandwiches. Pretty good value as well. The sandwiches are reasonably priced. The portion isn't huge but certainly adequate. The staff is always friendly. I've never dined in, but it looks like that would be a good experience as well. The grilled chicken with roasted peppers and mozzarella was the best sandwich I got today. Delicious! They are tucked in the corner of a strip mall, so easy to overlook, but worth seeking out. read more

We just ordered cheesesteak sandwiches and vegetables wrap for delivery not only was it delicious but was still hot. My Sister said the wrap was one of the best she has ever tasted. This is our go to place on nights I don't like to cook. The menus is extensive and we have never been disappointed. The young lady that answers the phone is very polite and patient and has never been gotten any order wrong. Their pizza is incredible and one of the best crust I have ever tasted. I called back and thanked the owner. He does a great job read more

The restaurant has a stylish and modern look. I ordered an old fashion pizza yesterday and it was very delicious. I can't wait to try a Margarita pie which is my favorite and I'm almost certain it will be fantastic. I am impressed with the quality and service as well. 2 thumbs up! read more

Primaveras Cafe - Old Fashion pizza - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

Used to go there with the previous place, now primavera is in and we love the pizza. Only food we had so far, worth the trip . Also happy to know that the same guy that was there before making the pizza is still there. Surely a favorite of the family. read more

I just visited this restaurant a few weeks ago with my wife at their new location on Saint Georges Ave. I have to say that this place is a diamond in the rough. We ate in the dining room. Fortunately for us the dining room was not crowded. Unfortunate for them. I quite don't understand why this place isn't packed. You can always get a good judgment of an Italian establishment by their fried calamari. Our order was plentiful and delicious and enough for four people as an appetizer. My wife had a pasta dish that was al dente and very flavorful. I had one of their house specials the Bracciole over linguine. The meet was prepared as it should be tender garlicky and delicious. Again, I am not sure why people are not packing in this place. It is a BYOB and a liquor store is located in the same strip mall. How can you go wrong. We have also ordered a pizza which is also an excellent choice. Maybe some extensive advertising is needed. But then again, if the place is packed I will have to wait for a table. I hate to be selfish. But seriously, you need to try this place. It has such great potential with a cozy and well decorated dining room in the back. Definitely check this place out. It is a great place to even go to on a date. Do not let the strip mall storefront dissuade you. Go inside and order. read more

Primaveras Cafe - Chicken Sorrentino - Italian Near Me - Linden, New Jersey

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I don't ever want to write a bad review, especially when it comes to someone's business, but I've now had the displeasure of dealing with their very rude staff twice and will no longer be doing business with them (mainly because of that).. The first time, I ordered in and gave the delivery man what I thought was a fairly reasonable tip considering he only really walked across the street ($2.00). I was then given a nasty look, and asked "that's it?". I said "yeah, it is" and then he shook his head, cursed, and walked away. The second time, I took a walk to the liquor store in the same strip mall and decided that Italian would go good with the bottle of wine I was getting. I ordered the food, got the wine and came back. The guy running the register was not welcoming, and seemed like he didn't want to be bothered. After I paid, I asked if I could have a plastic bag to carry my food since I was walking and it was raining. Guy at the register sighs audibly, gets the bag, and then tells me "here's the bag, but you have to bag it yourself" in a nasty tone. I have never seen any business talk to a customer this way. I'm not sure what the working conditions are there, but it's no excuse to take your attitudes out on your customers. Last I checked, I'm the one paying money for a service. To make matters worse, the food is overpriced, they give you very little, and it tasted mediocre at best. There are much better places in the area, so avoid this one. I know I'll never go back. read more

My family has frequented this pizzeria for over 2 years bc my son enjoys their pizzas. I never had a complaint until last night for some reason the pizza had a weird, horrible smell like spoiled dairy and the pizza tasted weird- my son refused to eat it. I called and politely tried to tell them about this and the owner went off on me. I was so disappointed and this was very unexpected. He kept asking me what I wanted him to do because I'm not helping him by saying it smells weird and of the hundreds of pizzas he made and sold all day I'm the only one complaining. I was so insulted. I threw the entire pizza out and I know this will do nothing to his business because my few dollars meant nothing to him but my family will never go back there. read more

Don't waste your money and time. High prices for low quality food. Horrible customer service. Product. "0" Cust service "0" Attitude. "0" I ordered a small thin crust veggie pizza. Far from thin crust as you can see in picture...more like heavy doughy drooping crap. Oh and for the veggies.... Piles of green peppers- just green- loads of onions. 3 mushroom specs, and 8 microscopic pieces of broccoli. Oh and all for the price of $17. Are you kidding me? So i called to complain and was told with the worst attitude that there was $17 worth of veggies on there. Then the rude owner proceeds to tell me he puts other color peppers and olives on when he has them. He says thank you very much and hangs up There are plenty of choices for good pizza in Linden and surrounding areas. Do not settle for less at high prices!!' Maybe the money he saved on my pizza can be used to buy a yellow and red pepper plant so he doesn't run out ever again. read more

Food was awful!! Soupy marinara sauce! Saggy chicken parm! And the waiter she was so unhappy and unprofessional,we told her that the pasta was soupy I she said well I'm not the cook , but if you want I can drain it in the sink she said what an insolent and disrespectful person. She not deserve to be in the restaurant bussines. That's a shame and an insult to other waiters. So so so BAD!!!!!!!! I'm not going there anymore not even for fre!! read more

service is horrible , the guy that works there is very rude. Pizza is dull tasting bad crust. I will never go back there read more

Salads are good and I'd love to grab one after going to the gym but the staff is just rude and I hate calling. My job gets faxed their lunch specials and the paper says "If you dont see what you want on the menu Don't be shy just ask!" and when I ask for an alteration to something they huff and puff and say "It's gonna cost extra". Like then don't put that on your menu?? Also, the pizza is not good. read more

My husband and I decided to give it a try after getting fliers in the mail. We love Italian food so we were very excited for some yummy pizza and pasta. We ordered a simple spaghetti with vodka sauce and the grandma's pie. The vodka sauce was creamier than expected and was closer to an Alfredo sauce. When we opened our pizza box, we did not see the plum tomatoes or basil. I think they gave us 4 cheese instead accidentally. However, it was still yummy. I'd give the place another try! read more

We've ordered from here a few times in the past, but a few months back would be our last time. I had put in a pick-up order, and gotten a hero with sopressata and prosciutto, and a ham & cheese for my girlfriend. I had to go back, since they gave me a small ham & cheese (charged me for a large), and didn't even get an apology. Once I got home and started eating my sandwich, the sopressata was old and turning rancid. There's a TON of Italian places in NJ to waste time here. read more