Best Authentic Restaurants in Madison

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Berkeley HeightsBernardsvilleCaldwellCranfordDenvilleKenilworth

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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38 restaurants available nearby

1. L'Allegria

4.5

Awesome(752)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Madison

Booked 4 times today

L'allegria, conceived by brothers Saverio and Giovanni Allocca in 1984, experienced a meteoric rise to stardom. It has maintained its lofty status due to the Allocca's dedication to optimum quality. The fashionable ristorante, with the casual feel of al fresco dining in a Mediterranean courtyard, features proficient, unpretentious European-style service, an award-winning wine cellar and a New York City trained kitchen staff. The delicate blend of exquisite renditions of authentic cuisine and wines from Italy's diverse regions, coupled with L'allegria's charming ambiance, create the quintessential Italian dining experience. As a result, L'allegria consistently wins the acclaim of restaurant critics and the applause of diners.

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2. Eataly Ristorante - Short Hills

3.7

Very Good(443)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Millburn

Booked 206 times today

While pizza and pasta are just the tip of the Italian iceberg, there is a reason these two culinary staples are the most beloved exports from Italy. Enjoy our seasonal selection just steps away from where our expert pasta chefs and dough-slinging pizzaioli (pizza makers) create dishes before your eyes.

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3. Orale Mexican Kitchen - Morristown

4.7

Exceptional(39)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Morristown

Booked 11 times today

ORALE MEXICAN KITCHEN IN MORRISTOWNLocated in Morristown, Orale is the perfect spot for Happy Hour, Taco Tuesday, Boozy Brunch, or Mexican-themed events. Join us in for a unique dining and cocktail experience. e you looking for an authentic Mexican experience with excellent restaurant service in Morristown? At Orale Mexican Kitchen, we’re proud to offer a fantastic menu filled with your Mexican favorites, all in the convenience of a local restaurant. We pride ourselves on using high-quality ingredients to create delicious dishes that keep you coming back for more. Whether you’re looking for taco tuesday or happy hour specials, or just an authentic Mexican meal with a twist, you can count on our Mexican restaurant to give you the experience you deserve. You’ll quickly see why we’re a local favorite.

4. Fiorino

4.8

Exceptional(1876)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Summit

Booked 18 times today

A taste of Tuscany in downtown summit!!! The expertly prepared food at Fiorino is based on classic dishes of the Tuscany region. The atmosphere is relaxed-upscale, energetic, and friendly.

5. Il Capriccio - NJ

4.9

Exceptional(1104)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Whippany

Booked 10 times today

The dress code is Elegant Casual, and jackets are preferred for gentlemen, but not required. Proper attire is required. Shorts, Tee-Shirts, and hats are not permitted.Fresh flowers, gentle romantic lighting, chairs you can sink into, and live pianists make for an unforgettable dining experience at Il Capriccio. Knowledgeable and attentive staff further compliment the impeccably prepared fair and carefully selected wines from all over the world. Enjoy Il Capriccio's most recent addition, (weather permitting) the Tuscan inspired courtyard that seats up to 35 guests and makes for a truly "Al Fresco" dining experience.

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6. Panevino Ristorante

4.5

Awesome(959)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Livingston

Booked 9 times today

Panevino comes from the Italian words “pane e vino”, bread and wine, the essentials of life. Our working herb garden, rustic décor, wood-burning pizza oven, and a beautiful outdoor patio are just part of what makes Panevino a special place to eat. Caputo flour imported from Italy, San Marzano tomatoes, handmade fior di latte mozzarella, and water from a local spring just like the ones in Italy's Campania region make our pizza as authentic and delicious as the pies found in Naples. Our Livingston restaurant also offers savory pastas (and gluten free pasta!), fresh seafood, delicious salads, sensational antipasti and pizza delivery. Our two outdoor bocce ball courts are also a great way to have fun in the sun! Serving the area for 30 years, we are proud to be known as one of the best Italian restaurants in NJ.

7. Mezza Livingston

4.7

Exceptional(653)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Livingston

Booked 10 times today

Mezza Mediterranean in Livingston, NJ prepares authentic Mediterranean cuisine with a modern touch, and our philosophy is to use the freshest ingredients at the right time to present the most incredible menu possible to our guests. We import our pita bread, and our hummus is like nothing you have ever tried here in the States, made fresh to order. Some local favorites on our menu include our Skirt Steak, Whole Grilled Bronzino, Lamb Shank & Short Rib Pappardelle, we are BYOB. We look forward to serving you the best, fresh Mediterranean lunch and dinner around in a gorgeous casual setting!

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8. Indian Kitchen & Grill

4.4

Awesome(4)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Indian • Madison

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Indian Kitchen & Grill of Madison, NJ. Here we promise to tantalize your taste buds with authentic Indian cuisine that hits all the right notes! From our very own Head chef JITESH VAZE creations fresh and flavorful dishes to daily lunch specials and a-la-carte options available throughout the day, we have everything you need to satisfy your cravings for delicious Indian cuisine.

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9. Marjan Fine Persian Grill

4.7

Exceptional(442)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Persian • Morristown

Booked 2 times today

Marjan Fine Persian Grill provides authentic Persian cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere that makes it popular with those in Morristown, New Jersey. Each season a special deal is offered in addition to the lunch and dinner menu. With both vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu items, everyone can find something they�ll love.For lunch, a popular choice at Marjan Fine Persian Grill is one of the wraps, including kubideh, kuku, chicken and olivieah, each with the choice of tahini or yogurt sauce. An ideal beginning for dinner is the combination appetizer platter which allows patrons to choose three of the seven available appetizers, such as hummus, kuku (Persian style frittata), dolmeh and mast-o-moosir. Kabobs and stews are the main events on the entr�e menu at Marjan Fine Persian Grill.

10. Ristorante MV

4.8

Exceptional(834)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Bernardsville

Booked 38 times today

Ristorante MV is an up-beat and modern eatery, with a stylish bar, that encapsulates the old-school energy of Italian dining. Bringing you traditional and home-made family recipes prepared by father and son team, right in the heart of Bernardsville NJ. A 2 hour table Limit has been put in place for groups of 4 or less.

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R
Raymond
New York City •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We sat in the glass room. It was amazing. Food and service was great.
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Orale Mexican Kitchen - MorristownPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Morristown
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4.7
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Long
New York City •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It’s our first time at this place, even though we’ve been seeing it for over two decades. In short, we were quite pleasantly surprised by the taste of the food, as it was light but very flavorful - not as salty as we thought we’d get from almost any Italian restaurant we’ve been to, some of which are very good in their own right. However, this lightness in taste stood out, be it the prosciutto in the salad or the clams in pasta. We’ll come back for sure.
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FiorinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Summit
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4.8
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Chris Espiritu
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
It's pretty great that New Jersey now has the opportunity to enjoy the popular Eataly without going into NYC. Food was fantastic and the restaurant is stunning. Staff was amazingly friendly and accommodating to a disabled person like myself. And if you don't want to eat at the restaurant, you can enjoy shopping in the market or eating in the cafe area with choices like pizza, gelato, and more. Definitely go check it out.
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Eataly Ristorante - Short HillsPrice: Moderate• Italian• Millburn
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3.7
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Jonathan
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined on 11 Jan 2025
Food was very good & ambiance was great for a date night. Service was very good
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L'AllegriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Madison
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4.5

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