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1. Social
4.3
Awesome(345)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary italian • Somerville
Booked 4 times today
Outdoor dining available!Social is a contemporary restaurant and lounge in Somerville that specializes in offerings that are perfect for sharing. With a regular menu and party menu, it is not difficult to solve those hunger pangs. With a full bar and a cozy atmosphere, Social is the ideal place for being “social.”The social sharing plates include classic favorites like calamari, boneless wings, as well as tasty homemade rice balls, and coconut shrimp. Hearty appetites will love the entrees including braised boneless short ribs, filet mignon and handheld options such as a grilled chicken sandwich & homemade burgers. Classic dishes with options for chicken, pasta, and seafood are also favorites. Lunch, dinner and evening entertainment are all great reasons to check out Social.
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2. Cafe Venezia
4.8
Exceptional(635)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary italian • Martinsville
Booked 3 times today
At Cafe Venezia in Martinsville, the essence of a traditional Café is elevated through an authentic Italian lens, inviting guests to savor a slice of Italy with every visit. Patrons often rave about the "best penne vodka I’ve ever had" and the exceptional Ravioli's white cream sauce, highlighting the café's dedication to crafting dishes that resonate with genuine Italian flair. The atmosphere at Cafe Venezia is described as "warm & cozy," perfect for enjoying meticulously prepared café classics. Complimented by a BYOB option, every meal becomes a tailored, delightful experience. Regulars and new diners alike agree, Cafe Venezia is a must-visit for an "amazing" and "outstanding" Café experience where the food always promises to be "fresh and obviously made to order."
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3. Ovations
4.8
Exceptional(283)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary italian • New Brunswick
Booked 2 times today
Outdoor dining available!In the heart of South Bound Brook, Ovations serves a unique culinary fusion featuring sumptuous American and Italian cuisines in its relaxing and friendly eatery. For starters, enjoy the jumbo coconut shrimp with sesame garlic sauce and the homemade rice balls, which display Ovations inventive aesthetic. Some of the house specialties include the pan seared scallops and shrimp with white wine sauce served over risotto, the braised boneless short ribs baked with port wine and plum tomatoes and the chicken Giardiniera with arugula, mozzarella, tomato, red onion and balsamic vinaigrette..
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  • MichaelVIP
    New York City •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Very impressed - 2nd time here with my family. Also really liked a glass of wine here last time i hadn’t tried and staff was very accommodating in letting me know details of what I had tried.
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    Eno TerraPrice: Expensive• Italian• Princeton
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    4.8
  • Yolanda
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We ate at Jasper’s on Christmas Eve. Everything thing was to perfection. From the minute you enter the atmosphere is so beautiful and well decorated. The staff was attentive and the food was delicious. We did not feel rushed and our waitress was very helpful. Thank you Yolanda
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    Jasper Stone Italian SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Italian• Spotswood
    •
    4.8
  • MichelleVIP
    New York City •32 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The carbonara is my favorite pasta on the menu it did not disappoint. Had a chicken special which was also good. Regrettably it was really hot upstairs, and they don’t seem to be able to do anything about that. And I mean 79 degrees if the thermostat is to be believed. On a 20 degree night. Seems it is all one zone heat/AC.
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    Ristorante MVPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Bernardsville
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    4.8
  • cindy
    New York City •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    As usual, the food was amazing and service impeccable. Bruno, Leo and Eddie run a great restaurant where you always feel special. Service is with a smile and top notch. Our #1 go to spot.
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    Cafe VeneziaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Martinsville
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    4.8
  • Anthony
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Traveled over an hour to check this place out for date night. This place did not disappoint. The whole staff was very hospitable, and our server Michael was very informative about the menu and specials. We tried a few different menu items and everything we ate was beyond exceptional. Definitely will be back again !!!
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    La LupaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Manalapan
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    4.8

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