Caffe Piazza

5.0

365 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Good for groups
Neighborhood gem
Charming

We are open for outdoor seating & curbside pickup!
Caffe Piazza is an Italian Restaurant located in downtown Hillsborough. This Italian bistro has existed since 1995. Chef/Proprietor delivers authentic delightful Italian dishes from his region of Calabria to the rest of the country and Mediterranean regions and is often seen in the dining room conversing with patrons. You"ll find a friendly, cozy atmosphere. The long-time and devoted staff, whom you'll know by name, are always affable and ready to please. Come to Caffe Piazza Restaurant, and whether you are just having dinner or a romantic night or simply celebrating with friends, and we'll be sure to serve you with professionalism and attentive service. Also everyone who works at Caffe Piazza is considered family, so you will find the home style spirit helpful and dedicated to make sure your visit is not your last. At Caffe Piazza, only the freshest ingredients available are used to prepare orders.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(908) 359-9494
Website
http://www.caffepiazza.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Antonio Ruffa
Catering
Caffe Piazza, established in 1995, expanded its culinary services to the community by introducing CP Caterings in 2007. Committing ourselves to offering the same exquisite dining experience that our customers have come to expect at Caffe Piazza, our goal at CP Caterings is clear…Serve the highest quality food available along with superb personal service. As a full-service catering company dedicated to providing first class customer service, we pride ourselves by exceeding your expectations. If you are interested in our private dining room, please contact the restaurant.

Location
649 Rt 206 North, Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Neighborhood
Hillsborough
Cross street
Amwell Road
Parking details
Public Lot
Entertainment
Live Music - please contact the restaurant for more details.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Lentil, vegetables, farro soup$8.00
Lentil, vegetables, farro soup
Fagottino$18.00
Burrata wrapped in 00 hydrated dough, roasted peppers, pesto basil, fried, sliced prosciutto, baby arugula, aged balsamic glace
Risotto Cake$15.00
Vegetable risotto patty, fried, crab meat, garlic fondue sauce
Arancini Bolognese$15.00
Meat sauce, peas, cheese rice balls, homemade fresh ricotta, signature tomato sauce
Cozze all' Aragosta$14.00
Organic PEI mussels, basil, scallions, tricolor peppers, chickpeas, thyme-lobster sauce, grilled crostini
Octopus Special$24.00
Roasted Spanish Octopus-vegetable caponata, fingerling potatoes, bacon

Entrees

Risotto Invernale$26.00
Risotto Invernale-butternut squash, roasted brussels sprouts, medley tomatoes, shitake mushrooms, basil, cheese sausage, bay scallops, roasted garlic cream
Cernia Scoglio$38.00
Cernia Scoglio-pacific black grouper, lobster sauce, bay scallops, chickpeas, fresh calamari, sauteed broccoli rabe, roasted sweet potatoes
Atlantic yellowfin Tuna Steak$34.00
Atlantic yellowfin Tuna Steak-pan seared, sautéed broccoli rabe, Lentil-tomato compote, roasted sweet potatoes
Bistecca$34.00
10 oz Angus NY strip steak, roasted pearl onions, oyster mushrooms, sautéed spinach, jersey shore style fries
Sunday Stufato$33.00
Beef braciole, mozzarella, homemade meatball, house Italian sausage, simmered tomato sauce, homemade egg pappardelle
Beef Short Ribs$36.00
Tomato stew-onion-basil-homemade egg pappardelle
Premium Reserve Berkshire Pork Chop$34.00
Premium reserve Berkshire pork chop- Gaeta olives, capers, scallions, plum tomato basil, sauteed spinach, jersey shore style fries

What 365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

5.0

5 based on recent ratings

5Food
4.9Service
4.7Ambience
4.8Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Caffe Piazza offers a "wonderful dining experience" with authentic Italian cuisine. Guests rave about the "delicious and fresh" dishes, including unique chef specials and homemade pasta. The "attentive and friendly" service makes diners feel like family. This cozy, hidden gem is highly recommended for its "outstanding" food and warm ambiance.

365 Reviews

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Susan
VIP
New Jersey
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Sunday night, small crowd, very quiet. Food was excellent, service was exceptional, not much else I could ask for.
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Michael
Philadelphia
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Caffe Piazza is such a great Italian spot. The food has been excellent every time I have dined. This time, I had the Sunday Stufato special that included a meatball, sausage, and braciole. The meat was all so tasty! The homemade paperdelle was perfect, and the sauce was spot on. The service is friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend Caffe Piazza!
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Patricia
VIP
New York City
61 reviews
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been here several times and have never had a bad meal. Chef Tony and his staff really do treat you like family. Will be back again soon.
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Marianne
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Warm, wonderful service. Delicious and authentic Italian food. Limoncello parfait is a special not-chocolate dessert. Service was attentive and knowledgeable. Homemade pasta, real red “gravy” and generous portions. Leftovers the next day were equally enjoyed.
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Lan
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been to Caffe Piazza for 20+ yrs and they’re consistently good. The menu was great, and food was delicious. The staff were friendly and professional. They recently updated the interior, looked really nice. Glad to see them thriving!
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Natalie
San Francisco
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always outstanding. Tonight Greg took care of us. He’s learning well from Antonio. I tried the veal vodka and my guest had the gnocchi. They were willing to adapt the recipe to adapt to dietary needs and were on top of everything.
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Didi
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All dishes we tried were flavorful and delicious. The Polipo appetizer was so tender; the home-made Italian sausage with broccoli rabe and beans delicious. The main entrees of Gamberi Genova and the Calamari Aromatico were equally flavorsome. Finally, the tartufo, heavenly! Service was specially personal and the whole family running it was so attentive! Plus it is BYOB! Looking forward to the next dinner, this time with friends and family with us! Thank you, Chef Antonio, Greg, Michaela, Isabela, Brianna ~ awesome experience!
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Maria
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This quaint and charming Italian restaurant is a hidden gem for a delicious dining experience. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted with the warm aroma of freshly baked bread and simmering sauces. The menu offers a variety of traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist, all made with fresh ingredients. The attentive and friendly staff make you feel right at home; you won't be disappointed! Overall, Caffe Piazza is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine in a welcoming and family setting.
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PNLD
VIP
New York City
61 reviews
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on September 21, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love this place. The food is always fresh and well presented. The selection is a nice mix of classics and unique, creative recipes. The service is top notch. One of the hidden gems in the area.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Authentic Italian plates, tasty, very nice variety, nice cozy ambiance! I will come again for sure!
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FAQs

Caffe Piazza is rated 5 stars by 365 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 22, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

649 Rt 206 North, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

Additional information

Cross street
Amwell Road
Neighborhood
Hillsborough
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 2:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Pay with OpenTable, Visa
Executive chef
Antonio Ruffa
Entertainment
Live Music - please contact the restaurant for more details.
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Chef's Table, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.caffepiazza.com/
Phone number
(908) 359-9494
Catering
Caffe Piazza, established in 1995, expanded its culinary services to the community by introducing CP Caterings in 2007. Committing ourselves to offering the same exquisite dining experience that our customers have come to expect at Caffe Piazza, our goal at CP Caterings is clear…Serve the highest quality food available along with superb personal service. As a full-service catering company dedicated to providing first class customer service, we pride ourselves by exceeding your expectations. If you are interested in our private dining room, please contact the restaurant.

Caffe Piazza

Make a reservation

Additional information

Popular dishes

Caprese

Gnocchi Caprese

Caesar Salad

Menu

Starters

Lentil, vegetables, farro soup$8.00

Fagottino$18.00

Risotto Cake$15.00

Arancini Bolognese$15.00

Cozze all' Aragosta$14.00

Octopus Special$24.00

Entrees

Risotto Invernale$26.00

Cernia Scoglio$38.00

Atlantic yellowfin Tuna Steak$34.00

Bistecca$34.00

Sunday Stufato$33.00

Beef Short Ribs$36.00

Premium Reserve Berkshire Pork Chop$34.00

What 365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

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