Went there for Easter. It was one of the best meals I've ever had. All the varieties of food were excellent. I definitely want to go back again. Also the owner was very accommodating and gracious. read more

The Appian Way - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

The atmosphere, the service and above all the food was fantastic. Starting with the salad with the tangy dressing, Italian bread and the garlic toast on the table was a perfect compliment. Next, was the rigatoni pasta with red sauce, and the grated romano cheese was the best I ever had tasted. The chicken marsala had two incredibley large pieces of chicken an abundance of mushrooms, vegetables and roasted potatoes. Superb meal ended with a delicious slice of vanilla cake with a fruit filling and the most decadent icing I've had in a very long time. It was a chefs kiss 10 out of 10!!! Looking forward to going back again very soon read more

I have been to Appian Way a few times and every time is a HIT! My dad got married here about 8 years ago, and we have been back many times since then! The wedding was so fun, and the room was gorgeous. I love the old Italian vibe it gives, with many gold accents and stunning mural decor painted on the walls. Every-time we walk in, we are greeted like family! The owner is so nice and funny. We recently started coming back here for Easter Dinner, and he makes sure to stop at our table multiple times to ensure that everything is delicious and share some laughs with us! The food is so yummy. I recently had the braised short ribs with the mashed potatoes and it was delectable! The taters were creamy and the sauce was perfect. Not too salty, and definitely not bland! I also tried the Crème brûlée cheesecake and WOW I was blown away. This place is such a good spot for quiet family dinners, or big events like a wedding! Absolutely check this place out! read more

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Bobby is the most gracious host! Whether it's a big party, holiday event or just a simple dinner, Bobby's place is the best! Been coming here for many years for large family engagements and of course having dinner in his beautiful dining room. The Italian Food is authentic, as well as the adventurous specials served daily. Bobby treats his guests like family and in my opinion The Appian Way is one of the best Catering Hall/Restaurants in New Jersey! read more

I am reviewing holding my 70th birthday party at the Appian Way in August. The Appian Way has three different party rooms. All have an open feel and nicely decorated. I dealt with Bobby, the owner and Maitre D'. He was knowledgeable and easy to work with. The party menu has several options so you buy what you want, often with options among the options. If there's a problem, it's that so much choice gets a bit overwhelming at points. I had hot hors d'oeuvre hour plus drinks. Cold options include fruit, salad, American and Italian antipasto. You get to choose from five buffet options. I chose Chicken Murphy (a NJ specialty), Cod Francese, Eggplant Parm, Sausage & Peppers and Linguine with Vegetables. All were excellent. It was easy to find options for vegetarians and pescatarians. Nothing I ate or my guests ate was anything less than excellent. Even my fussy Italian friends liked it and they are a critical bunch. You get to choose a cake. There are two types of icing, five types of cake, ten types of fillings, mousses and custards. After dithering, I chose whipped icing, chocolate cake and Nutella filling. It was delicious and had a pretty design. The rooms all have microphones, podium, giant TV, sound system, high speed Wi-Fi included. You get to choose chair covers, napkins and tablecloth colors. Keeping with a theme, you get a nearly overwhelming selection. Making the pricing easy, sales tax, gratituity, any service charge, Maitre d, set-up and cleaning are all included in your price. The staff is experienced and just knew what they were doing. Any request you had was filled quickly. I loved my birthday party! I loved having it at the Appian Way! I could not imagine a better time and a lot of that was the Appian Way. read more

An actual moment of time from 1982 stuck in a time capsule. The decor is very retro with 80's vibes. Peep the Grecian-like statues of horses, vertical chandeliers and popcorn ceilings. It's very dull and dark in here. Carpeting is so old. The place needs brighter lightbulbs and an overall superficial refresh. Food was good. Seafood bisque was creamy and fresh. Nice chunks of lobster in there! Veal was tender. Meatballs-meh. But who orders meatballs outside of mama's? (Hint-not me) Ceaser salad,eh. Overall, it's an old spot with decent food. read more

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Recently went here with my family for Thanksgiving and it was a delight. For $40 per person, you got a buffet with your traditional T-Giving works plus Italian food(different pastas, meatballs etc).. You also get the kid friendly things like chicken fingers and fries(kids pay much less)... Additionally, they had a nice spread of prosciutto, salami and variety of cheeses.. But best of all, they had the never ending shrimp cocktails which I probably ate my worth in weight :) Very nice staff and service was very prompt whenever we needed a refill on drinks or when ordering our deserts. The owner, Bobby, was there and he was very personable and greeted each guest. I will definitely go back to try out the restaurant on a normal day! read more

The Appian Way - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

Another great dinner at the Appian Way! COVID restrictions kept us away, but my daughter came in from California and we had to go. What a wonderful evening. All the pasta dishes were made to perfection. Special orders were not an issue. The appetizers were quite ample for 6 of us to share. My recommendations - orrecchiette with seafood , as well as spaghetti with sausage & meatballs and pasta primavera. Always check out the specials. If Osso Bucco is a special, order it! I heard the desserts were great (I don't eat sweets). Bobby and crew make you feel like family. We were there for 3 hours and never felt rushed. My husband's dietary restrictions were accommodated. If you go, tell him Linda sent you... read more

Just had an amazing Italian meal at The Appian Way. The owner, Bobby, was warm and inviting. Such a sweetheart. We started with the garlic shrimp. We love garlic and this meal did not disappoint. Dip their warm, fresh-from-the-oven bread.... Yum... I then had the Shrimp Fra Diavlo. Best t I've ever had. And all throughout, the staff checked in and made sure all was well. I cannot wait to return. Woohoo! read more

The Appian Way - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

Food is consistently delicious and service is very attentive! Bobby is the best, personally greets each customer, and makes you feel like family. Cozy, warm atmosphere. My go-to for birthday dinners and Christmas Eve. Doesn't disappoint!! read more

Due to the pandemic we was not able have to have the big anniversary party we wanted. So we decided to book something small intimate. From the moment I got my 1st tour, I was sold by the affordable packages, spacious rooms and outstanding hospitality from Bobby the owner. He sat us down went through everything and made us feel like family. Basic decor is included such as your choice of linens and centerpieces. I was able to bring additional decor and throne chairs are available for rent which looked great for our sweetheart table. Bobby helped me set the room and and he did a great job decorating my sweetheart table. The night of event was great. Food came out fresh, hot and delicious. We had a family style package. Bobby and his staff were very attentive . I was so happy with everything. Thank you Bobby for such an wonderful evening! read more

The Appian Way - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

I have ate many many a meal at this place over the years A+ The food is amazing , and the portions are plentiful The staff is also great, super nice and attentive. nice little restaurant with the old school Italian environment great place for functions as they do a lot of events in the ball room .never heard of any complaints Great private parking lot . thats important in the city of Orange at night (safe) Bobby the owner is a fantastic host .. born for this position , great guy Ask for Bobby Tell him Norman sent you read more

The Appian Way - Great Place .. check it out If your looking for a fantastic meal near Orange NJ .. Bobby is the ultimate host - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

We had our daughters 18th birthday bash here at the Appian Way on February 5th, 2022. We dealt with Bob throughout the whole process. And he was just great! A lot is included in the price you receive. And many other venues don't compare when it comes to price. Helping to save you some money along the way. The rooms are beautiful, and my guests were amazed. The workers were accommodating and helped get our room together way before time. This helped us tremendously with getting most of the setup being done the night before. The lighting is awesome. The food was absolutely delicious. My guests are still raving about the food. It really was better than I expected. I will definitely be back to celebrate more gatherings. Thank you, Bob and your staff, for your get service. read more

We booked our wedding based upon our wonderful dining experiences at Appian. We expected good food, service, and ambiance. What we experienced on the day of our wedding far exceeded every single expectation. The food - the food was off the charts. We expected a small cocktail hour, and what we experienced was a tremendous amount of delicious food - from penne vodka to stuffed mushrooms to artichoke hearts francese to chicken wings... to beyond. The chicken wings may see like they came out of left field, given that it's an Italian venue, but I heard compliments all night (and the next day) regarding the tenderness and juiciness of the wings. Dinner was a three hour continuous buffet. Bobby convinced my husband and I to make plates for our sweetheart table before he opened it up to the guests, and this was a stellar move. In between dancing, we'd grab a bite and then get right back to the dance floor. The dinner buffet was incredible. Prior to the event, we chose a few of our favorite Appian dishes - the Michelangelo rigatoni, the eggplant rollatini, the chicken giambotta - and Bobby said he would "handle the rest." While I am a bit of a micromanager, I trusted Bobby's expertise and am so happy I did. Among the giant buffet, there was a tower of shrimp cocktail, an ode to my (now) husbands obsession with Appian shrimp cocktail. There were meat displays, including a tower of prosciutto. There was broccoli rabe and sausage, which was a perfect dish for the paleo, gluten free, and dairy free among us. For dessert, in addition to the tiered red velvet wedding cake, Bobby provided complimentary pastries on all of the guest tables (which everyone raved about). The dining experience was second to none. The service - the bartenders, Barbara and Jameel, did a fantastic job at the main bar. Every drink was provided with a smile and every time I or my husband went up to the bar, it was already poured before we actually got there and ordered it. What amazing service! The table waiters did a great job of frequently clearing plates and being attentive to guest needs. Bobby, the owner and event coordinator, was on top of every single detail throughout the event. He was present throughout the entire event, from before our arrival/set up to long after we left. Anything we needed, we went to Bobby and he got it handled immediately. Ambiance - we frequent Appian often for dinner, but have never attended an event in either of the banquet rooms. We were blown away with how beautiful the rooms were with the lighting on, the florals arranged, and happy guests flooding the floor. We got married in the chapel room, and it truly felt like a chapel. It perfectly and comfortably fit our 107 guests, photographer, videographer, and two musicians. The reception followed in the banquet room. While it was technically one room that encompassed the cocktail hour and reception, there were lace curtains that separated the guest tables and dance floor from the cocktail hour area. Bobby used the crystal room as the cocktail hour buffet, and then during speeches, turned the space over for the dinner buffet. We truly loved every moment of our wedding. It could not have been more perfect and I attribute that to the care, attention, and love that Bobby and his staff put into our event. read more

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A family who has lost their son to Covid; contacted Bobby to reschedule their event schedule for 3/2021- Bobby refused to reschedule the event during a Pandemic ( with numbers rising) without taking a fee and advises that he will take 80% fee for rescheduling; when I questioned why he was taking an $800 fee, he became irate and disconnected the line. Bobby's attitude and no remorse was unsettling; his failure to explain his fees makes me question ever doing business with him. read more

AWESOME! ask and you shall receive! Staff = A++++ Management A++++ Kitchen A++++ Attentive A+++ Drinks. A+++. Must! Try Bobby's Espresso Martini! read more

The Appian Way - And I asked for a Shrimp "Martini " OMG! - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

Holy Smokes so Dec.3rd Best friend and I celebrated his Birthday and last night we celebrated mine. The staff was attentive, courteous, warm, caring and friendly. The appetizers (fried calamari and the clams on a half shell) were OUTSTANDING..The calamari was light,airy and looked as if fried in tempura flour they weren't heavy or greasy, light in color and absolutely delightful .One of my FAVES from now on. The clams were fresh,succulent and tasty..We had an awesome time as usual but my desert surprise WAS the best. Thank You Appian Way! If you are in the area, you MUST discover this little secluded secret spot. read more

The Appian Way - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

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I used to go to Appian Way as a kid, then we moved away. Anyway, we wanted some authentic italian and it was awesome. My kids loved the capellini with bolognese sauce and the penne vodka. The chicken francaise was tender (3 pieces) and served with asparagus. I had the linguini with olive oil and garlic - yum! I ordered through Uber Eats and was totally happy with the quality and quantity. Will order again. Thanks. read more

My only regret is not trying this place sooner. Had my second dinner with my family and another fantastic dinner. Food is wonderful with generous portions. Bobby (owner) has greeted my family and I like we were old friends both times. His kindness and the staff's excellent service is icing on the cake. If you're from the area, don't hesitate. If you're passing through and have a hankering for great Italian food, go here. Thanks Bobby! read more

Easily the best Italian food you will ever eat. The food is delicious. The service is fantastic. It's a very friendly and pleasant atmosphere. Bobby is always welcoming and checks in on everyone . Highly recommended! read more

I cannot begin to express my disappointment in this place. First, let me say that my parents held their reception here in the late '50s, and as a family, we've had many nice meals here over the years, so the Appian Way has been a part of our lives for a long time. But four years ago, my sister and I held a surprise 80th birthday party for my mom, and the food was a disaster. The chicken was like sawdust and the vegetables were colorless and overcooked. There was also a pasta dish that was tasty, but was obviously a mishmash from the night before. In fact, the whole meal was reheated from some other event. I don't know if they thought a bunch of senior ladies wouldn't notice, but believe me, they did. And so did I. I nearly choked when we went into the office to pay the bill. Why didn't I say anything before now? Because my mom asked me not to. She liked Bobby and thought she might like to go there again, so she asked me to let it go, and I did. Until now. My mom passed away last month, so I am beholden no more. That meal was a disgrace, and it wasn't cheap. And Bobby was there that day. How in God's name did he let that meal come out of the kitchen? There's no one on this earth I loved more than my mom, and the Appian Way nearly blew her party. Thank god for all the love and joy among the guests, as that's what made it. Too bad they went home hungry. read more

I am not one that normally writes reviews, but when the credit is due, I feel it's a must. We tried Appian Way for the first time this evening and it did not disappoint. Everything about their take out service was on point. Surprisingly the expected wait was only 30 minutes for a Saturday night and a very kind driver delivered it on the minute. The food was hot and couldn't have tasted any better. By far the best food we've tried so far since moving to West Orange last year. We look forward to going to their location one night to try so many more of their mouthwatering entrees. read more

Love this place. The only reason I didn't give it a 5 is because it could use a little modernization. Otherwise, I highly recommend The Appian Way. Delicious food, friendly and very accommodating owner (Bobby is the best), and staff. read more

Consistently good meals here. Always want to try something new and then revert back to my usual dishes because they are that good. I canny come without getting the garlic shrimp for an appetizer - the best ever. Generous portions always after a salad and intermezzo with every meal just tops it off. Bobby is a sweetheart and welcomes all his guests like family. Will always be a patron here! read more

Had a lovely evening there. The food is good, and comes with salad, which adds value. The service is first rate, and the owner is always charming and welcoming. Atmosphere is a step up from typical family Italian. Don't hesitate to come here if you want a serene atmosphere and reliable food. read more

The best food and staff hands down. Even during covid, everyone is so hospitable and the food is absolutely amazing. I can't wait to go back! read more

Currently sitting at my table, but had to post immediately! Bobby (the owner) is one of the best guys to be around while enjoying your meal at a wonderful restaurant... personable, fun, and knows how to make you feel like a part of the Appian Way family. Our waitress is Peggy and if you need to just get away from life with a laugh and smile then ask for her... she is quick, friendly, and also knows how to make you feel like a part of the family. Just finished my crabmeat and shrimp cocktail and I have never had a better seafood martini... I get this all the time and this is by far the best lump crab meat and cocktail sauce I've ever tried. Dinner still awaits me, but I can't even fathom anything less than perfection! The few specials were all so difficult to choose from, but I went with the chicken stuffed with crab and shrimp while my lady went with chicken principessa. And all for a VERY reasonable price! Long story short... You must try The Appian Way because you can't beat it! Enjoy! read more

My husband's family has been celebrating special events at the Appian Way for several decades now and after my engagement party I completely understand why. From start to finish every detail was taken care of so all I had to do was enjoy the party. I choose peach as my party color and I walked in the door to a glittering peach palace. The buffet was gigantic and impressively displayed. The service was great and the bar tender kept pace with my very thirsty crowd. Once the dancing started the peach lights gave way to a multi colored show that enhanced the party atmosphere and made for some spectacular photos. Our personalized cupcake tower was almost too beautiful to eat but was impressively, equally delicious. Our diverse group of guests were all blown away. I can not recommend this venue highly enough. Thank you for a wonderful party my friends and family will remember forever. read more

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My family and I had a great experience at The Appian Way. Bobby was more than accommodating to us. The food was delicious and was very reasonable for the price. We definitely found a new go to restaurant in the area. read more

This place is the real deal--amazing Italian food and service so friendly you feel like you become part of the owner's family! My husband has been coming here for 40 years and we've been coming here since our first date 26 years ago. I order salmon frequently at restaurants in North Jersey, and the salmon here is the best I've ever had. My son's lobster ravioli was melt-in-your-mouth delicious. My Italian husband said the food rivals the homemade cuisine he grew up on. Bobby and his staff are the best! read more

We had our Thanksgiving dinner this year at the Appian Way. This was the first year ever that we decided to go out for Thanksgiving dinner and we were extremely satisfied and impressed. We were a party of 11, including 4 kids. Everyone loved it and the service was fantastic! I would definitely return for dinner. read more

Thank you Thank you so much I was looking for somewhere to have my wedding went online and found the Appian Way from the very first time I spoke to Bobby I knew that I had found the right place Bobby is like my fairy god father all I had to do was ask for what I wanted and my wish was granted he was always honest and straightforward with us. On the day of my wedding i couldn't be more happier the decorations and the cake was so beautiful the staff was pleasant and inviting I had my dream wedding at the Appian Way and didn't have to spend alot my advice to you is if you're getting married and you're looking for a venue go speak to Bobby at the Appian Way you won't regret it. read more

This place is all you want and more, to start off with the price is right, the owner bobby is so professional, and he was very attentive to all our needs, food delicious place clean , staff professional and on point this banquet hall gets 5 stars from me and my family and our business forever. Thank you Bobby read more

The Appian Way - 50th All white Birthday party - Italian Near Me - Orange, New Jersey

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I was here recently for a catered affair. My review is based only on catering. The food was not good at all. From the chicken francese (not sure) to the cold cut platters, nothing was memorable. The sausage and peppers were edible, but they too were drowned in red sauce. I don't understand why a restaurant would serve anyone such a poor quality of food. I'm not sure what the organizer paid, however, any dish served should be good. On a positive note, the room was nice and so was the staff, hence the two stars. Based on the other reviews, I plan to give it another chance as a customer. However, I will never attend another paid affair at this venue. read more

I went to the Appian way for dinner have a waitress serving you with a cold is not a good feeling and slamming the menus on a bread plate where people eat out of in not very sanitary . Lord only knows what there doing in the back ?? The staff there should not be working if they have a cold and serving your food just totally gross !! read more

Last night was amazing. I had my 50th birthday party at the APPIAN Way. The food...the ambience the wait staff everything exceeded my expectations.... Bobby thank you for facilitating an amazing event. read more

I come here often for many events for work and personal and it's always a great time. If I didn't have a destination wedding I would've had my wedding reception here. Bobby makes sure your experience is worth the visit. Prices are high but are worth every penny. Great portion sizes and if you enjoy spirits, the espresso martini is to die for. You will leave pleased Check em out read more

The Appian Way is up and running and does not disappoint. The food is fantastic and service is spectacular. We can't wait to go back to try different entrees. Definitely worth a trip !! read more

I understand why they have been around for 45 years. Exceptional food and service. Looking forward to my next visit soon.

My cousin married his High School sweetheart yesterday. This was the chosen venue for the reception and I must say it was an excellent choice. The place was clean and comfortable. The staff was polite and courteous. The ownership was so hands on! They treated everyone with respect and kindness. We enjoyed the buffet with food that was things I actually like eating and cooked well! I don't know how long the place was rented for but even long after I'm sure the staff was due to go home they were patiently waiting for the last stragglers to leave. read more