This family puts their heart and soul into everything they cook and serve. Love them so much!…read more Make it a destination. You will not be disappointed.

This was my second time at Terrazza Restaurant…read more Attended a seminar dinner hosted by Fuch Financial in a very friendly and professional atmosphere. The prime rib was outstanding--tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The salads were fresh and thoughtfully portioned. I'm looking forward to visiting Terrazza again in the near future.

I've been to Fiore II a few times and have always had a great experience. Attended an event at RJ…read moreJulia Bookstore this evening and my family and I decided to have dinner afterward and ended up here. A very quaint Italian restaurant with a very attentive staff. It wasn't crowded as it was a rainy Thursday evening. We were greeted and sat right away. They immediately brought us delicious warm garlic knots. OMG!!! Our meals were Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Scampi, Chicken Fiore & Lobster, and Chicken & Shrimp. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals and had plenty of leftovers. One family member asked for extra sauce for their leftover Chicken Fiore & Lobster and the kitchen made fresh sauce to add to their take away plate!! Top Notch Service!!

Took almost 1 hour for our food to hit our table. Waitress forgotten to get my wine, which she…read moreeventually realized and offered to take it off the bill. We sat near the entrance so the lack of attention to your customers who have been waiting for their food needs some improvement. Once we finally got our food they forgot to bring out my wife's food, basically the order never went to the kitchen. So they had to make her food in a rush, it was kinda warm/cold in the middle but she was so hungry that she didn't want to sent back again. The waitress did take that off the bill as well. Overall they needed some help that day not sure what happened why the lack of checking on your patrons. They did fix their errors and we did appreciate all the discounts and offers they made to make things right. For that I am grateful. The food was good, there was plenty of seating for large groups, downstairs there is a large seating area, outdoor seating, and bar side seating is available.

A great pizza experience with tasty (red & white) sangria. Their drink selection is extensive,…read morealong with their specialty pies! This is one restaurant I will take family or friends that are visiting Middletown for the first time!

Finally tried Mondo after hearing about it for years and found it to be average. Pizza was pretty…read morecarelessly thrown together and the cheese wasn't good quality (you can tell by how greasy a plain cheese pizza is). To be fair, they do offer better quality mozzarella and maybe it was an off night, but too many great pizza places around with better quality.

I had high hopes for Stella Doro. After missing the chance to visit the day before. We went for…read morelunch and, while I expected a lively, bustling atmosphere, it was actually quite quiet during our visit. That didn't bother me--it gave me the chance to really take in the space. As a pescatarian, I was pleasantly surprised to have a few appealing options to choose from. I ended up ordering the sole Florentino, which was lemony and delicious, served with a side of pasta. The fish was cooked perfectly, though the pasta could have used a little something extra to elevate it. My husband ordered the scallop and shrimp fra diavolo. He enjoyed it and it satisfied what he was looking for. I can't forget to mention the bread--it was a standout. A large, toasted, crusty loaf that was a treat all on its own. The only downside to our visit were awkward moments when someone we believe was a manager was on speakerphone, seemingly arguing with a staff member. It was a bit distracting and took away from the otherwise pleasant experience. Overall, it was a good experience with some highlights, and I'd be open to giving it another try. Pricing was what I expected, not too expensive and good portion size.

2 words: PISTACHIO. CHEESECAKE. Order it. Thank me later!…read more We also had the burrata appetizer and steaks, which were delicious. Our steaks were perfectly cooked. Awesome martini. Cozy vibes. We'll be back!

We had a light dinner here on a weeknight. There's a nice parking lot in front of the restaurant…read moreand we were warmly greeted, and seated at a nice big booth upon entry. A complimentary small dish of olives and a small bowl of buttery garlic bread were delicious! Had a late lunch so I wasn't too hungry. Ordered the arugula salad with the added protein of chicken. Inexpensive and delicious dinner of only $13! The chicken breast was flattened and grilled. It was juicy and tender. Everything on the menu looks pretty good so I'll have to come back and try other dishes when I'm back in the area.

Food was excellent! Between the 4 of us we had 2 chicken parm, eggplant parm,a special eggplant…read moredish. Cocktails were very good with plenty of alcohol in them. Garlic knots were also good. Portions were big and three of us took home leftovers. Service was also very good. I highly recommend this restaurant and can't wait to go back!

Today was my first dining experience at Cantina Cafe in Middletown. Never knew of this restaurant…read moreup Until this weekend! Such a cute place! Felt like you were dining at your Italian families. It's in the basement and loved how it was decorated! When you see the Sopranos.. you already know! We had a family party , therefore it was a family style dinner, ( hard to get pictures). But, many dishes were ordered and passed such as Salad, fresh bread, Antipasto, pasta, calamari, Broccoli Rabe, eggplant parm, Chicken Parm, fish, potatoes! I might be missing something! But service was great , portions were huge. Everyone appeared to have been satisfied with their food. There's really no gluten free options labeled on the menu but they do have gluten pasta, and other options they can suggest as such as fish or chicken. I ordered a separate the Gemelli Cantina GF pasta dish (Chicken, spinach, sautéed with fresh garlic and olive oil). Very tasty! And all portions were huge! Restaurant does have a small lot in the back but fills up fast. Street parking or the public lot is the closest.

WOW, WOW, WOW!! 10 of us went tonight (12/312025) for…read moredinner and we were NOT disappointed, what a feast we had. The portions were huge and the food was delicious! Our waitress did a wonderful job, hats off to her. We will definitely be back. (If you like different kinds of baskets...just look around!)

Hidden gem right in the heart of Middletown. We ordered the Bada Bing Chicken sandwich, Bacon…read morepizza, garlic knots and grabbed some octopus and cannolis. The sandwich was very good, crispy and flavorful. The bacon pizza was just crispy enough with flavorful sauce. The garlic knots were made fresh with a very nice aromatic herbal garlic infusion. The cannolis were chocolate dipped and share size **we did have to go back because the pizza was made without bacon and we were over charged for the garlic knots. Brought it to the owners attention but they corrected it right away. He also added the cannolis for the inconvenience. Mistake fixed right away and will definitely come back again for just that reason

First time here and enjoyed the authentic Italian food. I ordered a small bacon pizza, garlic…read moreknots, bada bing sandwich , octopus and cannolis. Food was freshly prepared. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Prices were fair. Would definitely order here again. Sandwiches are huge too! This restaurant is take out only! If paying with cash you will get a small discount too!

Absolutely delicious pizza and calzones! All the ingredients were fresh and full of flavor. Can't…read morewait to try the rest of their menu!

Looking for Sicilian Pizza so headed over to Illiano's and entered to a display of many pizzas but…read moreonly one sicilian style. The array was amazing and the aroma enticing but rather overwhelming. You order at the counter and sit in a booth. Clean atmosphere but no ambiance at all. We ordered a whole pizza with meatballs and anchovies. It was gigantic and left us much to take home. Very good crust and flavor but the meatballs had been totally chopped up and just spread into the sauce. The garlic knots before were freshly baked but just okay. To be honest I will come back and get some of the other offerings as they looked delicious.

Exceptional food, outstanding service, and the ambiance is unmatched!…read more Have visited Cafe Fiore a few times with different family members, and have been blown away every time! Growing up in Jersey, Italian food is apart of our 5 main food groups. It hasn't been easy finding an Italian restaurant that reminds me of home, but Cafe Fiore hits it out of the park. I ordered the Sole Française and had more than enough for leftovers the following day! They also make a mean espresso martini, the espresso tastes so fresh! Excited to dine here again.

Valentines dinner was a pleasant surprise, the valentines menu wasn't enticing so we picked from…read morethe regular menu , the ambiance was pleasant food delicious and Veronica our server very friendly, sad that they reserved the fire place area for larger parties instead of couples it would have been nice but I would have appreciated to let us know when actually making the reservation and asking for the fireplace and saying absolutely we can do that and when we arrive the hostess telling us sorry but we are booked and that area is already reserved. :( Also we ordered the valentines dessert, lava cake, I was so looking forward to it but we got a blob of chocolate mousse in a soup bowl and the manager simply said " thats how we serve it, every restaurant is different " Other that that the rest if the food was delicious.

I had been to Esca in the past, but this was my first time in a while, so I was excited to return…read more We were seated upstairs overlooking the restaurant, which gave the space a nice atmosphere and made for an enjoyable setting. At the start of the meal, we asked for sparkling water, and the waitress specifically told the busboy not to bring still water as well. Personally, I think it can actually be nice to have both on the table, but it was not a major issue. For an appetizer, we ordered the octopus, which unfortunately was the low point of the meal. It was extremely chewy, almost difficult to chew, and probably should have been sent back. The scallops for the main course were much better and redeemed the experience considerably. They were cooked properly with a pleasant texture and served over a decent risotto base with a flavorful sauce drizzled on top of the scallops that complemented the dish nicely. For dessert, I had gelato, two scoops of chocolate and one vanilla, and both flavors were excellent. Very rich and one of the better parts of the meal. Service overall was solid. One person in my party did not like being referred to as "dear" by the waitress, though I personally did not mind it. She was nice and seemed to really know the menu well. Overall, this was probably closer to a three-star experience based on this visit because of the disappointing appetizer. However, I know the restaurant has been better in the past, so I am giving it four stars and would still consider returning.

There's metered street parking and a few nearby lots, but nothing directly attached to the…read morerestaurant. I went early on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy, which made for a really nice experience. The interior is beautiful, with a mix of seating options bar seating, window seats, and two separate dining areas on different levels that give it a unique vibe. We were greeted right away when we walked in, and our drinks came out quickly. We ordered two appetizers: the octopus and the eggplant chips. I didn't personally try the octopus, but my dining partner said it was amazing, especially paired with the couscous. The eggplant chips were really good. For my main, I had the braised short rib. It was good and very rich and beefy, but I do think it could have used a bit more flavor. I also ordered a wine flight, which I really enjoyed. I got to try the burger as well, and it was delicious. The parmesan truffle fries were also a standout--definitely worth ordering. Overall, a great atmosphere, solid food, and a nice spot for a relaxed night out.