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Janina Bistro, Lebanon, NJ

Janina Bistro

4.7 (146)
$30 and under
Italian
1220 Route 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833

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2 people
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7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to Janina Bistro a BYOB Restaurant
Experience modern Italian dining with a European twist. We offer a warm, stylish atmosphere perfect for dinner with family, friends, or that special night out. Our rich menu features classic Italian favorites and fresh daily specials inspired by regional flavors.
Hosting a celebration? Ask about our private party options – we’d love to help make your event unforgettable.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Bernardo
  • Catering
    We cater Full Trays / Half Trays for any of the items on our menu. See our menu at: www.janinabistro.com<br />Call 908-840-4107
  • Private party facilities
    Baby Shower / Bridal Shower / Baptism / Confirmation / Graduation Party / Retirement Party/You name it we Host it! Early or Late with our main dining room, you can have our Restaurant space to yourself and your family & friends and host your Event privately.Call us at 908-840-4107 for more information!!
  • Neighborhood
    Lebanon
  • Cross street
    We are located on 1220 Highway 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 146 people are saying

Janina Bistro reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Hunterdon

    Best Service

  • Hunterdon

    Good for groups

  • Hunterdon

    Neighborhood gem

  • Hunterdon

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Hunterdon

    Romantic

  • Hunterdon

    Good for special occasions

  • Hunterdon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Janina Bistro delights with its "amazing food" and "fantastic service," making it a beloved destination for many. The renovated decor is "exquisite," and the attentive staff ensures a warm welcome. While menu changes have occurred, the new offerings impress. A BYOB policy and reasonable pricing further enhance this local gem's appeal.
146 Reviews
  1. Theresa

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and we will certainly be back. The service was quick and the staff very knowledgeable about the menu.

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  2. Rajeev

    Chihuahua8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great selection of menu items! Service was fantastic and the place was super clean.

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  3. Doug

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we've been customers for years. Always feel a warm welcome. Excellent food at reasonable prices. My wife misses the peppercorn chicken!! We will be back.

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  4. Merry Lee VIP

    New Jersey18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went with the intention to get veal parm. as this was one of the better places in the area to get it. We knew ownership had changed, but were surprised by the new menu, which in truth we shouldn't have been. If you are a regular, but haven't been there in recently, be mentally prepared. This is a different restaurant now. Still a BYOB. The décor has been updated, and looks great. The menu has been changed completely, offering a smaller, yet a sufficient amount of dishes. We've always said restaurants with huge menu's cannot possibly give good quality, so this menu offers enough for the kitchen to produce quality still offering amble selections. The dinner portions were a fair size for the price. The short ribs were delicious and we would highly recommend. We did feel the salad portions were far too small for the cost, but also preferred the size of the salad if the price was reduced. For this reason in going back, which we will, I would personally skip the salad. If you do decide to get one, there is not enough to share. I can't speak for the cost of the dessert because I don't know what it was, but the slice of limoncello cake was smaller than we normally get elsewhere, but with that said the cake was very good. We would recommend you give the new ownership, and the new Janina's a try.

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  5. colliemagic VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The renovations are Exquisite I felt like I was in a New York City restaurant. The appetizers the service the main course was perfectly prepared. The attention to detail by the chef was wonderful and we cannot wait to go back again. Also the service was seamless. Bob and Pamela Beatty

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  6. John VIP

    Coastal Georgia10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding. There are so many Italian restaurants in NJ that I normally avoid them but I heard good things about this restaurant and they did not disappoint. A local gem.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Montreal1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Janins's Bistro is a little gem. The hospitality was warm, the service was very attentive, and the good was very good.

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  8. richard

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    love the new look of the place and the updated menu

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  9. gary VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been dining at this Bistro for many years -always been very good food This past Saturday, the restaurant had a new menu. The meatball appetizer was very bland, as was the sauce contained in the dish - perhaps they need to add some garlic, onion and celery. The entree - a pasta dish with shrimp and scallops - also very bland. The scallops were faux scallops, I guess made from several seafood/fish by products - lacking taste and texture. We plan on returning in the near future and hope that they have addressed the lack of seasoning in their food. We go to the Bistro about ten times a year, the people are great and the service, top notch.

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  10. Van

    New Jersey1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I went there for Valentine’s Day 2025 for dinner. We’ve been there before a couple years ago, shame on me for not going back sooner. Everything was perfect; food was delicious and service was great for a holiday. My only suggestion, get a host/hostess for holidays and/or weekends. 

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FAQs

Janina Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 840-4107.

Janina Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 146 OpenTable diners.

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

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1220 Route 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are located on 1220 Highway 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833
  • Neighborhood
    Lebanon
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Bernardo
  • Additional
    Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We cater Full Trays / Half Trays for any of the items on our menu. See our menu at: www.janinabistro.com<br />Call 908-840-4107
  • Private party facilities
    Baby Shower / Bridal Shower / Baptism / Confirmation / Graduation Party / Retirement Party/You name it we Host it! Early or Late with our main dining room, you can have our Restaurant space to yourself and your family & friends and host your Event privately.Call us at 908-840-4107 for more information!!
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