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Piccola Italia, Ocean Township, NJ

Piccola Italia

4.7
4.7
690 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
At Piccola Italia, chef and owner Brian Gualtieri offers his unique take on classic Italian dishes, fusing fresh Mediterranean flavors with the traditional regional styles of Italian cooking. Our menu features the highest quality seasonal ingredients and bold flavors. Piccola Italia has received high Zagat ratings year after year and with its elegant full bar with an extensive wine list, patrons will not be disappointed.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 493-3090
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Gualtieri
  • Catering
    Chef Brian Gualtieri and his team will redefine your event expectations by fusing classic Italian dishes with fresh Mediterranean flavors to create innovative menus customized specifically for you and your event guests. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Whether your event is for a business function or an intimate personal celebration, Piccola Italia is the ideal event location to host a group of any size. We work with clients to custom tailor event menus & help to create memorable dining experiences for clients. We also cater off premise events.
  • Area
    Asbury Park
  • Cross Street
    Route 35 and West Park Avenue
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot available on site
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 690 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Contemporary Italian

  • Monmouth

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Piccola Italia offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic food" and "great service" in a warm, welcoming ambiance. Many patrons emphasize the "excellent food" quality, with standout dishes like lobster risotto and unique pasta options. The restaurant's attentive staff and cozy atmosphere make it a "must try" spot for Italian cuisine lovers.

690 Reviews
  1. Morgan

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place! Service food and family vibes! A town favorite

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  2. Mark VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 22 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Waitress was very nice But overwhelmed And we waited a long time

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  3. domenick VIP

    New York City48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A group of 5 ladies celebrating a birthday. This group has been friends since teen years and now all in our 70's. We selected Piccolo Italia because it is one of the best restaurants in Monmouth County. The atmosphere is relaxing and friendly. The owners are outstanding people and the FOOD is excellent. Chicken Milanese and Chicken Parm are highly recommended. Make a reservation and go asap

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  4. Jean VIP

    New York City52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Chose to try Piccola for something new. Made a reservation but some confusion and we wound up in the bar seating area, okay but a little noisy. Service was pleasant but slow. Food was very good - if a touch expensive. Overall very nice, would try again and be more specific about seating.

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  5. Dawn

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding. Dinner and cocktails were fabulous. We had such a wonderful time.

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  6. Mark

    Washington DC3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Quiet perfect evening for a family night out. Appropriate portions and all three of our entrees were tasty and delicious. The chicken Parmesan was satisfying. And the salads were delicious

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  7. Marie

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Dinnee and courtesy service! Definitely will go again..

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  8. edward

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Just a quality food experience and a very nice quiet restaurant

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  9. Dana VIP

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely fantastic food and service. The hostess was awesome too!

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  10. Susan

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 24 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there but it won’t be our last. Beautifully decorated, cozy atmosphere, fantastic service, and the food was absolutely delicious!

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FAQs

Piccola Italia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 493-3090.

Piccola Italia is rated 4.7 stars by 690 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 7 times today

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Google Map for Piccola Italia

837 West Park Ave, Ocean Township, NJ 07712

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Route 35 and West Park Avenue
  • Area
    Asbury Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, Mediterranean, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private parking lot available on site
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Brian Gualtieri
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (732) 493-3090
  • Catering
    Chef Brian Gualtieri and his team will redefine your event expectations by fusing classic Italian dishes with fresh Mediterranean flavors to create innovative menus customized specifically for you and your event guests. <br /><br />
  • Private party facilities
    Whether your event is for a business function or an intimate personal celebration, Piccola Italia is the ideal event location to host a group of any size. We work with clients to custom tailor event menus & help to create memorable dining experiences for clients. We also cater off premise events.
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