As a proud Neapolitan, I'm extremely discerning when it comes to pizza. Finding authentic Neapolitan-style pizza in the United States feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. Nothing quite compares to biting into a freshly made pie made with high-quality, imported ingredients--especially when enjoyed in the right atmosphere. The owner of Song E Napule, Ciro Iovine, clearly takes immense pride in his heritage, and it shows in every detail. From the vibrant decor honoring Diego Armando Maradona--a true legend and god-like figure to the people of Naples, still revered throughout the city--to the selection of ingredients imported straight from Italy, the commitment to authenticity is unmistakable. What truly sets this place apart, however, is the service. The staff doesn't just serve you--they welcome you like extended family. They greet you with genuine warmth, polished professionalism, and that unmistakable Italian hospitality that makes you feel at home. We laugh, we chat, sometimes hug, and we leave with full stomachs and even fuller hearts. Our sincerest thanks go to the owner for bringing such a genuine slice of Napoli to the New York area. The Rutherford, NJ location remains our favorite, thanks especially to the outstanding team: talented pizzaiolo Giampiero, whose skill and passion shine through every pizza; manager/host Omar, who we love like a younger brother. This last visit, servers Kevin and Aslihan were both exceptional. Spending time in the company of the staff at Song E Napule is always a joy. We truly feel blessed every time we walk out the door. read more

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Amazing experience at Song' E Napule in Rutherford! The pizza was authentic Neapolitan style--soft, airy crust with fresh ingredients that really stand out. You can tell everything is made with quality and care. The atmosphere is cozy and the staff is super friendly and attentive. Located right on Park Ave in Rutherford, this place is definitely one of the best spots for real Italian pizza in the area. Highly recommend if you're in Rutherford NJ and craving true Italian pizza! read more

Both dishes were good. Fast uber pickup. Tarimisu was good as well. The meatballs were good. read more

Song E Napule - Rutherford - Meatballs with pasta - Pizza Near Me - Rutherford, New Jersey

Delicious pizza! I highly recommend recommend this place for delicious authentic neo style pizza. My Italian friend recommended it to us, and she was even speaking to the waitress in Italian. That's how legit this place is. They take dinner reservations. Our favorites were the tartuffo and the bacon special pie read more

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WOW pizza is actually so amazing. The crust and the general bread is perfectly thin, Neapolitan style. Chicken was thin and crispy. Pasta was alright, nothing special. Vibes were also good, local smaller restaurant with summer vibes. Service was okay, couldn't catch the server at times but overall nice. Would come again!! read more

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Outside seating and pizza, perfect. Just wish they were BYOB. If you're sitting outside, service will be impacted. It was pretty bad service as we waited until we were almost done with apps to receive our first drink. For apps: Caesar Salad, good, hard to mess up. Meatballs were fantastic. Gnocchi was amazing. Pizza: Went with a classic Margherita pie, very good. Charred where it should be. Great taste. The Tartufata was almost too much. I think without the truffle cream on top, it would've been better. It's a lot. We rarely leave any food behind and half of the pie went to the garbage. I would definitely return. Next time, I would sit inside and stick with more basic pies without too many extras. read more

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Great pizza! The branzino was nice (the sides aren't my favorite) and I definitely enjoyed the calamari which wasn't overly fried or breaded - just right. read more

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This was a lovely restaurant. I have been dying to try spaghetti nerano -- Spaghetti from Pastificio Mancini sauteed in a zucchini puree with fresh mint and basil, parmigiano reggiano vacche rosse, provolone del Monaco IGP finished with grated lemon zest It was spot on delicious. With the little sprouts on it. So refreshing. There is nowhere around that makes this traditional dish. Very much enjoyed it. The atmosphere is nice. Bread with olive oil on the table. Odd had to keep asking for pepper but oh well. read more

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Stopped by Song' E Napule in Rutherford and honestly the food was excellent. The pizza tasted fresh and authentic, the ingredients were high quality, and everything came out perfect. The atmosphere was nice and the staff was friendly and welcoming. Definitely one of the better pizza spots in the area and worth checking out if you like authentic Neapolitan pizza. read more

This was INSANELY GOOD!! I highly recommend Song' E Napule! I come here once or twice a quarter for work and this place never disappoints! As a bonus the service is top notch! read more

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Great food. The pizza is thin crust and very flavorful. The meatballs are also delicious. We've tried a couple of their salads and they were both fresh and delicious. No complaints in the food. You usually need a reservation as it is a cozy little restaurant. They just added some outdoor seating so that's a nice feature during the summer months. We've been here at least 5-6 times and the only downside is the staff doesn't make you feel very welcome. They are polite, just not super friendly. So we come for the food, not the ambiance. read more

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My Family came from Ischia, so i know Pizza. Good ingredients. Buffalo mozz and San Marzano sauce. Got it to go, the crust was the problem it got soggy with take out, paper thin crust and was like a wet stretchy paper towel. reheated in frying pan and was much better. Its a small pie for $23. Noisey place. read more

A True Celebration of Ingredients！ We had an exceptional lunch here today. As someone who values the "original soul" of well-crafted things, I was deeply impressed by the artisanal quality of every dish. The Spaghetti with Zucchini was a standout. Using Pastificio Mancini pasta made a world of difference in texture, and the combination of fresh mint and lemon zest provided a brightness that balanced the richness of the cheese perfectly. The Pizza Porcini was equally impressive. It's rare to find a place that uses such high-quality ingredients like Parmigiano Reggiano Vacche Rosse (Red Cow) and Provolone Del Monaco. The flavors were deep and authentic, especially when finished with the Sicilian Letizia olive oil. The atmosphere was pleasant and the service felt sincere. It is a wonderful spot for anyone who appreciates a meal where the quality of the ingredients is allowed to shine. Highly recommended for a quiet, delicious afternoon. read more

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Very delicious Neapolitan style pizza. The service is a bit slow, but friendly. The tables are pretty tight. But if you just want some really tasty pizza, then you will leave happy. read more

Wow, one of the few places here in the US that I said to myself...this takes me back to Naples!!! Absolutely fantastically executed Neopolitan style pizza and some of the best ragu genovese I've had. Rivaling some of the best in Naples. Restaurant itself is bright, with good service and a relaxed vibe. Had no issue getting a table for 3 plus high chair around 5pm. The diavola was AMAZING. such a good cook. The quality of the ingredients likely imported hence the heftier price tag but I would say without a doubt it matches the quality and value. Pasta was nicely Al dente and the flavor of the genovese led me to recognize it was cooked well and slow. Highly recommended. read more

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Food is delicious and service is great. The place is nicely decorated and ambient is great. This is a BYOB spot with great food options. I highly recommend this spot. read more

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Let's talk about fresh food. My friend brought me here and wow! I was super hungry when I got here and I ordered pizza , chicken and a pasta. Everything was beyond any words I could put together. Unfortunately, I forgot to take pictures because I was starving. The pasta I had was spinach based and I couldn't get enough. I contemplated ordering another one for the road. The servers also were super accommodating and knowledgable due to the allergies in our group so I truly appreciated them asking. The location also is very clean and aesthetically pleasing inside. read more

Love the decor and authenticity. Hands down best Margherita pizza. A great stop and looking forward to trying their NY location. read more

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Great ambiance and delicious Neapolitan pizza! Also a BYOB! Our server was super friendly. I will definitely go back! read more

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They are the place to go in the area for true Neapolitan pizza. I don't get to eat there as often as I like because, honestly, my wife and I cook at home a lot! BUT when we do go out, they are one of the places to hit. Great pizza, great pasta and the appetizers are phenomenal... especially like the insalata di polpo. All very authentic. Ciro and his staff are great and I've even taken their cooking classes to try and learn the secret of their process. As a first generation Italian, who spends a lot of time in Italy, I can honestly say that they are one of the best authentic Italian food spots in the tri-state area. Go whenever you can. Buon Appetito! read more

2nd time here. Took my parents out to eat. We started with fried calamari (of course) Pizza is a MUST when you come here We all enjoyed our entrees very much and ended the night with coffee and a Pistachio panna cotta. Next time i'm not sharing! Lol Great service as well read more

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Very elegantly decorated. Right on the Main Street with plenty of parking outside. As a vegetarian I ordered Burrata and their pomodorini salad. It is the same exact base with the dressing- would not recommend both. I wish the server would've told us. Pizza was good however breaks very easily and it was very difficult for all of us to eat especially my 2 year old. Their crushed tomato with crushed pepper spaghetti is delicious. Would highly recommend their espresso martini and tiramisu!! read more

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Love this place! The gnochhi are like pillows of heaven. So soft, they melt in your mouth. The pollo Milanese is light and fresh and the chicken is extra crispy. We were able to sit in their front Service is delightful and there is Outdoor seating if you want to bring your dog, we did! read more

Amazing! Every time. Food as good or better than Naples... and lovely staff. I highly recommend!

The first thing you notice while walking in is the clean design and simple decor. I really enjoy the light mediterranean touches contrasting the plush velvet blue chairs. They are a little heavy handed with the branding on literally everything. However, I suppose when you are dining in a setting intended to whisk you away to Southern Italy and you are proud of your dishes, you want to aggressively remind the diner where they are and who is feeding them. The soft Neapolitan style pizza is its own unique dish. Don't come here expecting the average NY slice. I went on a pizza tour recently and learned about all of the different styles of pizza crust doughs. The NYC quick slice often sits heavy and you can eat about 2 and be done. The reason is that these are quick dough. The yeast hasn't been given the right amount of time to ferment and breakdown some of the sugars that make a quality pizza dough. I noticed the pizza at Song'E Napule does not give you a sore and stuffed stomach feel. The dough isn't overly labored and clearly has rested for an appropriate length of time. The soft texture is almost like a thin French tarte flambee. If you've ever tried Trader Joe's Tarte D'Alsace you'll understand this texture. The pies are smaller with a more sauce to cheese ratio, making the pies, dare I say, fork and knife worthy. Our waiter was very patient and answered all of our questions. They had a considerable amount of staff to handle the number of tables in the restaurant. They only set back was one of our cocktails was considerably delayed. It arrived just as the pizza was being served while the rest of us were half done with our first round. I won't deduct a star because our waiter was incredibly apologetic and continually checked on our table throughout the rest of the meal, which helped having felt slightly neglected with this initial delay and lack of follow up. It seems to be the staff communicated well for the rest of our meal and the dishes came out fairly quickly after ordering them. The dessert options were unique and the Ricotta e Pera was pillowy and fresh. I'm really glad we ordered this. The pear and hazelnut mixture was sweeter than I had expected. For some reason I kept thinking it had a pineapple like quality. Relying on natural fructose for sweetness adds a beautiful quality to this dessert. Pricing is about $20 for one pizza, so do intend on spending a considerable amount for North Jersey. The quality for an authentic Neapolitan pizza and the atmosphere is worth it. read more

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Great authentic Napolitano Pizzeria and Restaurant! The octopus salad was very tender and balanced vinaigrette. The marinara pizza with anchovies was also delicious. read more

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Great atmosphere, great service, great food. We go at least once a month, and it always hits the spot. What makes it even better are the wonderful people who work here. Simply the best! read more

I just left the restaurant and I must say that I enjoyed every single bite. This is truly Neapolitan pizza and I can't wait to go back. Grazie! Viva Napoli!!!! read more

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The food was amazing--we loved it. Wonderful pizza, bread, pasta, salad--perfecto! Yum.

My new favorite Neapolitan style pizza in the area. It's even better than the pizza than what I had in my recent visit to Naples. We have been 4 times already and have tried quite a few items. The texture of the pizza dough is perfectly soft and light with a nice chew. We have tried margarita, tartufata, montanara, and porcini pizzas. So far, the favorite is the tartufata, which we have had 3 times. The prosciutto is really good quality and it feels really decadent with the truffle cream. We have also had the fried calzone filled with cheeses and meat - loved the flavor of the meat and it was very cheesy - good to share as it is very filling. For primi/pasta, we have had the nerano, genovese, and stuffed carbonara gnocchi, the favorites being genovese and nerano, though a little small for the price. Apps - the meatballs are the softest I have ever had. They melt in your mouth, bathed in a tomato sauce reminiscent of my grandmothers. They use good quality DOP certified tomatoes from Italy. The calamari and burrata apps are also worth ordering. The octopus was tender, but I think I prefer a grilled octopus as it wasn't the favorite. For secondi, we have only tried the chicken milanese, which everyone loved. Would like to try the dry aged ribeye if it comes back on the menu! For dessert - my favorites include the delizia al limone and tiramisu (I'm not normally a tiramisu fan). The ricotta pear dessert and cheesecake cup are also very good. The creamy desserts are all really fluffy and light. The panna cotta itself we liked, but the toppings were a little much - too much sticky Nutella for me and would prefer a less sweet compote instead of jam for the raspberry one. Now that they have a liquor license, I have been ordering cocktails. So far, just the blue curacao spritz with rosemary and the 1926, also with blue curacao. Liked both, but preferred the spritz. There is a $25 corkage fee for BYOB now. The service is always great - they are starting to recognize us. I have been making reservations through opentable, especially for dinner, as it gets very busy. Lunch is less busy, so reservations may not be needed. It does get pretty warm if seated inside, probably because the pizza oven is visible through the open kitchen. There is also outdoor seating in good weather. For dinner they have some specials, typically stuffed gnocchi, prime rib, and different pizza flavors. There is a complimentary bread basket with olive oil and tap water is served room temperature in a bottle. We will continue to work our way through the menu! read more

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Pizza and pasta are by far two of my favorite foods. Song E Napule delivers some of the best pizza and pasta dishes I've had the pleasure of eating. The pizza is cooked to perfection. Our table shared several pies and we couldn't stop talking about the crust and sauce! I also ordered the gnocchi sorrentina, which was rich in flavor. If you love pizza and pasta, Song E Napule is a must visit for you! read more

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I came here with a large group for Friday night dinner. I called to make a reservation earlier that day so we were seated very quickly. The place is not very large so if you're coming with a group definitely call ahead of time. Rather than everyone ordering their own food we opted to go family style so we could try several different things. They serve some bread with olive oil to get you started. We got calamari, gnocchi, and an eggplant dish for appetizers. They were all good but I feel like the portions were a bit small for the price. We also got some pasta dishes. Also good but nothing crazy. I won't bore you with details of every single pizza we ordered, but they were all very good. It's difficult for me to pick a favorite. Their offerings are pretty extensive so odds are you'll find something that tickles your fancy. The crust of the pizza was cooked very well. It was airy with a slight char to it that worked well with the different flavors and textures of each pizza. I was very pleased by the pizza and calzone. Also, the place is BYOB if you were wondering. They only have street parking so that's hit or miss. I'd come back but I'd probably skip the appetizers/pasta to go straight for the pizza and calzones. read more

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My friend and I came here for lunch. Street metered parking or park further away if you don't have coins. Small little restaurant but inviting atmosphere. They start you off with bread and oil which was quite tasty. We got two pies to share- the bufalina and a white pie with prosciutto de parma (the waitress recommended it) and we loved both. Pies were about 20- 25 each. Big bottle of seltzer was $8. Food was great. Would recommend. read more

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Came with a group for dinner on a Friday. We had a reservation, so we were seated very quickly. The restaurant is pretty new, dim, kinda cramped, and very loud. We were given some menus and water, followed by a cute bread basket with their name (Song E Napule) on it, with some oil for dipping. We ended up ordering a few pizzas and a calzone to share. We got the buffalina, porcini, pizza burata, and margarita pizzas, along with a Calzone Song'E Napule. My favorite item was by far the calzone. The dough was light and airy, with a ton of cheese filling. The pizzas were all pretty good too. I didn't like that they were cut into quarters. I asked if we could get the next pizzas cut into 6 or 8 slices (there were 6 of us in the group), but the server said no, stating that "we should have asked before they were brought to our table" (how was I supposed to know that they only cut them into fourths?) For dessert, we opted for the nutella pizza, which was basically their pizza dough baked and drizzled with nutella. It was solid, but i think i would have liked it more if it was more like the light and airy dough from the calzone. We were there til closing, so the lights actually turned on. Wish they kept the brightness at that level. read more

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This restaurant surprised me with how delicious the food was. I liked the atmosphere. It was very elegantly decorated and very modern. The service was decent. It did take a while for the waiter to come. Which definitely gave the feeling of being in Italy lol iykyk lol. The food was a bit pricey but quite delicious! I'd come back for a date for sure or birthday. read more

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Excellent service very small place so totally worth it. Best pizza freshly made homemade pizza and pasta. You will never eat anywhere and not feel uncomfortable. It's so fresh and homemade. When you eat at this place you eat like a king and you feel great, full but not bloated. Ever! When you try it, be prepared because you will be hooked. It's amazing.! They also use a high grade quality of Olive oil from Italy, that you can purchase read more

We went here on a quiet Tuesday night, with a reservation. Based on other reviews, it seems like we went on an 'off' night: - We were a party of 3 seated at a VERY small 'table'. The plates didn't fit at all and it was very squished. My elbows kept hitting my other guests. It was a pretty slow night and but they wouldn't sit us at an empty table with more space. No one took those spaces the entire time we were there. - We were told our waiter didn't understand English, towards the end of the night. This delayed our entrees/drinks/desserts since when we gave him the order, he wrote it down as if he understood, but then another waiter had to come back (usually ~10 min later) and ask when we were going to order...which we told him we already did and had to repeat our order. He told us our original waiter doesn't really understand English so that was why there were delays (but did not apologize for it). I would recommend someone following up on the waiter's tables to make sure the orders were put in if you know he is still learning the language. -The food was okay! It definitely was not on another level as the other reviews say, at least for us. We got the Margherita pizza which was fresh, but the bottom was charred. It wasn't the entire pizza, but it was enough to notice/change the taste. I did bring it up to the waiter but was told that this was normal...which I know it isn't. The anchovy pizza was good, but it was mainly just salty without the real anchovy taste. The desserts were very good, but it felt like they were rushing us to leave so after eating for just a few minutes, we got them to go. They also gave us one container for 2 desserts, even after asking for another one. I wish I had the great experience everyone else had, but for the price point, it was just a normal experience. read more

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My husband and I went to this place after reading a lot of positive reviews, and it didn't disappoint. They have a variety of pizza options on the menu, and the pizza crust is definitely as Neapolitan as it can get. The place has a cute decor and our server was great as well. It's located in the Main Street, with plenty of street parking available even on a Friday night. The reason for the 4 star review is because we personally didn't enjoy the tiramisu that we ordered. The ratio of mascarpone vs the ladyfingers was off, and I've had better tiramisu in other places. read more

Run, walk, drive whatever you need to do just get here!!!!! We had heard of this place and it being a truly authentic Italian pizza experience. Well it did not disappoint! You NEED a reservation as it is small and packed . Well worth the wait. The calamari was great (although too many actual tentacles for me) and the arugula salad was heavenly . The bread they give is amazing and the dipping oil is the good stuff! The pizza is one of the best I ever had in America , definitely reminds me of the real thing from back home! The broccoli rabe was cooked perfect . Service was good. It is pricey but worth it read more

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We gathered to celebrate a baptism, service was excellent, loved the food, variety, fresh, delicious, we loved the environment was cozy, welcoming, they were attentive to our needs. Thank you, will definitely go back. read more