Cafe Emilia

4.8

669 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 22, 2024

8:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Good for business meals

Cafe Emilia is conveniently located on Route 202 in Bridgewater New Jersey. Our cuisine represents the best of Italian dining, using fresh ingredients and preparing all dishes in our own kitchen daily. We pride ourselves in providing our many repeat customers a consistent quality dining experience. Whether coming in for a light refreshing lunch between business appointments or dining with family or friends in one of our private areas, Cafe Emilia will ensure every visit is a satisfying occasion.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 10:00pm Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Phone number
(908) 429-1410
Website
http://cafeemilia.com/
Dress code
Formal Attire

Location
705 Rte. 202, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Neighborhood
Bridgewater
Cross street
Charlotte Dr E
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Delivery, Takeout

Gamberi Grantinati$14.00
Lightly breaded shrimp served with out chef's signature sauce
Vongole Oreganata$11.00
Littleneck clam baked on a half-shelf lemon sauce
Cozze Bianchi Napoletane$14.00
Fresh Maine mussels simmered in a white wine garlic basil touch of plum tomato
Vongole Marechiara$14.00
Fresh clams and pomodoro simmered with white wine basil oregano & garlic
Involtino di Melanzane$12.00
Thinly sliced eggplant rolled with peppers ricotta fresh plum tomatoes in a béchamel sauce
Mozzarella en Carozza$10.00
Fresh mozzarella layered with Italian bread served with marinara sauce

Zuppe

Minestrone$8.00
Pasta e Fagioli$8.00
Tortellini en brodo$8.00

Insalate

Cesare$9.00
Romain lettuce & crouton dressed with our homemade cesare dressing
Emilia$7.00
Mixed green sliced tomatoes in a olive oil balsamic
Tricolore$8.00
Arugula endive radicchio in a champagne vinaigrette

Pasta

Penne Arrabbiata$19.00
Arrabbiata hot cherry peppers, garlic basil ricotta plum tomato sauce
Rigatoni Anerella$19.00
Eggplant plum tomatoes in a garlic olive oil
Linguini Gabriella$9.00
Shrimp, sliced peppers & mushrooms served in a light pesto sauce
Capellini d'Angelo Frutti di Mare$21.00
Shrimp clams calamari in a red or white sauce
Linguini ala Domenic$21.00
Clams in garlic basil oregano shallots with a touch of tomato
Fusili Bolognese$20.00
Homemade Fusilli, ground beef, tomato, onion

Pesce

Gamberi Fra Diavolo$20.00
Shrimp sautéed with garlic basil hot peppers in a plum tomato sauce over capellini
Gamberi Scampi$22.00
Jumbo shrimp with fennel asparagus sun dried tomato in a white wine lemon
Salmone Balsamico$22.00
Filet of salmon in an aged balsamic vinegar reduction hint of cream
Branzino Marechiara$22.00
Served with clams & Mussels in a white wine tomato sauce

Pollo

Pollo Giordano$19.00
Grilled chicken sautéed in garlic topped with artichoke onion potato & peppers
Pollo Parmigiana$19.00
Breaded chicken breast topped with plum tomato sauce & melted mozzarella
Pollo alla Nicolet$19.00
Boneless chicken sautéed with sausage shiitake mushroom white wine lemon sauce touch of tomato
Pollo Alexandra$19.00
Pan seared chicken breast with spinach prosciutto mozzarella white wine sauce
Pollo Tourville$19.00
Chicken breast crusted in parmesan over spinach in a brandi touch of cream

Carni

Vitello Natale$21.00
Veal scaloppini topped with tomatoes capers in a white wine butter sauce
Vitello alla Parmigiana$21.00
Bone in veal topped with tomato sauce and melted mozzarella
Vitello Lyndsey$21.00
Veal scaloppini topped with sliced eggplant, ham & roasted pepper melted provolone in a pink vodka sauce
Vitello Rothwell$22.00
Veal cutlet stuffed with prosciutto fontina cheese in a rosemary and mustard sauce
Vitello Stanski$21.00
Veal scaloppini mushroom asparagus onions in a marsala wine sauce

What 669 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Somerset
Hot spot
Somerset
Great for fine wines
Somerset
Romantic
Somerset
Good for special occasions

Review summary

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Cafe Emilia offers a classic Italian dining experience in Raritan with "best Italian in the area" raviolis. The atmosphere is lively, though it can get noisy. Known for friendly service and delicious food, standout dishes include veal marsala and Filet Mignon. Enjoy outdoor seating for private celebrations and impeccable service.

669 Reviews

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Louis
New York City
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We've been here a number of times and Cafe Emelia doesn't disappoint. The food is consistently good and the service exceptional. The staff is incredibly welcoming and adds that extra dimension to your evening that I look for when going out with friends and family.
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Sema
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent all around. The noise level proved to be a little challenging for business holiday dinner.
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Jeffrey
New York City
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on December 6, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was amazing and delicious ! It’s my new favorite place :) VALUE: Reasonable (and filling) portions at fair prices … appreciate this much more than other places that charge much higher prices for excessive portions that no one can (or should!) finish !!
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David
VIP
Philadelphia
34 reviews
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great. The staff, the food, the atmosphere, this place never disappoints. This is both a special occasion as well as a regular haunt place. Highly recommend.
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Jerry
New York City
59 reviews
5.0
59 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The selection was very good. The choices were wide from fish, Chicken and Beef. We had two different chicken dishes. Both dishes were excellent. The service was also excellent. We come here at least 4 times a year. We are never disappointed.
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kristin
VIP
Philadelphia
70 reviews
5.0
70 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and impeccable service! Very cozy spot.
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Craig
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
After spending an extended weekend in Boston recently, we were really disappointed in the North End Italian dinner we had at a popular restaurant. The food seemed thrown together, and the value did not exceed the cost. Enter Cafe Emilia. Driving home from the airport, we passed Cafe Emilia, and I made a point to say that we were going there for dinner the following weekend to compare it to our recent dinner, so I reserved a table via OpenTable. WOW! From the moment you step inside, you are greeted by the staff and made to feel welcome. Our table was not yet ready, so they took us to the bar for a drink on them! We had fantastic mozzarella and clams to start, as well as bolognese and linguine and clams for dinner. It came out piping hot and expertly prepared. We did not miss dessert; we had the Creme Brulee and Tiramisu. Both are very good. We can't wait to go back!!!
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cindi
VIP
New York City
21 reviews
2.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Not impressed. First of all, very, very loud, not a place for a romantic dinner. The dirty martini was terrible. We were rushed, and they kept on coming back for the credit card. Would not recommend or recommend. Much better Italian restaurants around.
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Romulus
VIP
New York City
23 reviews
2.0
23 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 2
Insanely loud with blasting music. The ceilings are low so it is almost impossible to hear the person across from you. The decor is from 1980 Bronx. Dark walls. Service was ‘80 Bronx with pushy waiters. I never understood people’s obsession to sounding Italian when they only speak 4 words. Food is cooked to order ( it’s very hot, and not microwave hot) so it’s a mistery why it is not good. Very very expensive. Desserts are kept outside in a corner, not refrigerated. Place was super packed.
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Melissa
VIP
San Antonio
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dinner was excellent and the service was outstanding as always. Cafe Emilia is a must go to restaurant!
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FAQs

Cafe Emilia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 429-1410.

Cafe Emilia is rated 4.8 stars by 669 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

8:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Order delivery or takeout

705 Rte. 202, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Additional information

Cross street
Charlotte Dr E
Neighborhood
Bridgewater
Hours of operation
Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 10:00pm Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Formal Attire
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Delivery, Takeout

Website
http://cafeemilia.com/
Phone number
(908) 429-1410

Cafe Emilia

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Antipasto

Gamberi Grantinati$14.00

Vongole Oreganata$11.00

Cozze Bianchi Napoletane$14.00

Vongole Marechiara$14.00

Involtino di Melanzane$12.00

Mozzarella en Carozza$10.00

Zuppe

Minestrone$8.00

Pasta e Fagioli$8.00

Tortellini en brodo$8.00

Insalate

Cesare$9.00

Emilia$7.00

Tricolore$8.00

Pasta

Penne Arrabbiata$19.00

Rigatoni Anerella$19.00

Linguini Gabriella$9.00

Capellini d'Angelo Frutti di Mare$21.00

Linguini ala Domenic$21.00

Fusili Bolognese$20.00

Pesce

Gamberi Fra Diavolo$20.00

Gamberi Scampi$22.00

Salmone Balsamico$22.00

Branzino Marechiara$22.00

Pollo

Pollo Giordano$19.00

Pollo Parmigiana$19.00

Pollo alla Nicolet$19.00

Pollo Alexandra$19.00

Pollo Tourville$19.00

Carni

Vitello Natale$21.00

Vitello alla Parmigiana$21.00

Vitello Lyndsey$21.00

Vitello Rothwell$22.00

Vitello Stanski$21.00

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Cafe Emilia offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Cafe Emilia currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

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