Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in New Jersey

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Ciao Bello

4.8

4.8 (80)

$30 and under

Italian

Cranford

About the restaurant

Ciao Bello Restaurants is your neighborhood Italian bistro with a tradition rooted in flavorful food and warm hospitality. At our establishment, your dining pleasure is our priority. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine right here in Cranford. Enjoy indoor and outdoor patio seating!

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SherriVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Great local gem. Friendly service. Very accommodating menu for dietary preferences and special requests.

Sapori Ristorante - Montclair

4.8

4.8 (141)

$30 and under

Italian

Montclair

About the restaurant

Welcome to Sapori Ristorante, where we’ve been delighting taste buds for 20 years! Recently restored, our charming eatery now features a vibrant, inviting atmosphere that perfectly complements our exciting new menu. With our personal experience from around the world, we are bringing you the best taste of authentic Italian flavors, crafted from the finest ingredients and traditional recipes.

Whether you’re enjoying a classic pasta dish or one of our innovative new creations, every bite promises to transport you straight to Italy. Join us for a memorable dining experience that celebrates two decades of culinary excellence!

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Loretta

Dined on Dec 17, 2024

Best Authentic Italian food in the area. Everything is So Delicious, Perfectly Prepared and the Portions are worth the price. Plenty of tables and the Staff is Helpful, Friendly If you have some Italian Cravings...Stop Here.

Italian Affair Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (1242)

$30 and under

Italian

Sewell

About the restaurant

Come join us for great food, a glass of excellent wine and a wonderful experience. Conveniently located on Delsea Drive in Glassboro, New Jersey, Italian Affair is an exceptional eatery that offers a wide range of Italian dishes in an elegant, and yet relaxed atmosphere.

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Donna

Dined 2 days ago

Dined here on Christmas Eve. I had the seven fishes dinner which was shrimp, crabmeat, scallops, calamari, lobster, clams and mussels in Marinara with linguine. Absolutely delicious and huge with plenty of seafood. There is enough for at least 2 more meals. My husband had the calabrese chicken with meat sauce with meat ravioli and loved it. I took home a piece of mama Laura’s homemade coconut cheesecake and ate it right when I got home I couldn’t resist and always so yummy.

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Lobster Ravioli

Maritime Parc

4.7

4.7 (850)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Jersey City

About the restaurant

Dreaming of a dining experience that heightens the senses or hosting a private celebration/corporate event that transfixes you and your guests on the beauty of the experience? Overlooking the Liberty Landing Marina at Liberty State Park with the NYC skyline and the Statue of Liberty for neighbors, resides a venue whose food and service shines just as brightly as the lights from across the river.

Maritime Parc’s one-of-a-kind location along the Hudson riverfront offers three event rooms including its restaurant, which is open to the public & available for private hire – featuring the culinary talents of executive chef and owner Chris Siversen. Siversen, the driving force behind the extraordinary destination, with an interior that can be described as ethereal, airy, and modern, designed to complement the beauty of its surroundings. Guests are enticed to enjoy the sights and sounds of the sea whether on the restaurant’s large deck & outdoor bar or the wraparound terraces found above.

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LorraineMVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Haven't been here in ages but the brunch was wonderful. The brunch menu was inventive with a good variety to suit all tastes. Highly recommend the crab cake with poached egg and the chorizo scramble.

Panevino Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (959)

$30 and under

Italian

Livingston

About the restaurant

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.

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Brandy

Dined 7 days ago

I love this place. The best red sauce I have ever had and amazing bread.

VintEdge Wine Bar

4.7

4.7 (212)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Somerville

About the restaurant

VintEdge Wine Bar & Lounge brings a sophisticated and modern ambiance to historic downtown Somerville, New Jersey. This beautifully decorated lounge boasts a full- service bar featuring top-shelf wines and spirits including our own exclusive Napa Jack Wine. Private tasting rooms are also available for special events and wine lockers can be reserved to store your personal collection. With such a vast selection of wine by the bottle or glass, you can enjoy well-loved classics or discover new favorites.

VintEdge Wine Bar & Lounge’s luxurious interior connects directly to VintEdge Wine & Spirits, making it easy to bring the tastes you’ve discovered home with you. We are located within Somerville Town Center, which encompasses a full retail experience as well as The Edge at Main, a luxury apartment community at the corner of Somerville’s Main & Davenport Streets.

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PeterVIP

Dined on Dec 4, 2024

Fantastic night. good ambiance, we are definitely coming back.

Limoncello at Piazza di Roma

4.7

4.7 (25)

$31 to $50

Italian

Matawan

About the restaurant

Since 1997 Piazza di Roma has been the Ultimate Space for amazing Weddings, Events and Corporate Functions. In 2020 Life Gave us Lemons & we created Limoncello at Piazza di Roma. A full service picturesque garden restaurant, featuring our own organic seasonal farm to table vegetables & imported Italian ingredients. Come enjoy our incredible authentic Sicilian/Italian cuisine and be transported to the back streets of Italy. Try our Nonna's traditional Bracciola, Veal Spiedini, or our popular Double Bone Stuffed Pork Chop and there is always room for Nonna's Sunday Sauce (not gravy). Full service cocktail bar available. Try our signature Limoncello Spritzer, Espresso Martini or Aperol Spritz. Seasonal outdoor dining available, first come first service based on the weather. But don't let the weather deter, indoor dining always available. We require a credit card to secure reservations. No shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will be subject to $25 per person c

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OpenTable DinerVIP

Dined on Nov 17, 2024

The ambiance and scenery is just amazing .. love coming here. Feels like we are part of the family whenever we go to Limoncello. From the food to the service it never disappoints!

Bahama Breeze - Cherry Hill - Cherry Hill Mall

4.6

4.6 (1426)

$30 and under

Caribbean

Cherry Hill

About the restaurant

When you're at Bahama Breeze Island Grille, life's one big party. It's an escape from the ordinary and a much-needed excuse for you to let loose. Famous since 1996 for tropical cocktails, live music, and more, the vibe here is always as amazing as that Caribbean-inspired food we're known for. Bahama Breeze offers your favorites: seafood, salads, chicken-all with island flair. From Jerk Chicken Pasta to Seafood Paella, you can enjoy the islands one taste at a time, discovering new flavors along the way. Naturally, we're the perfect spot for all the sunniest moments in life: happy hours with friends, anniversaries, birthdays, date nights and unique culinary experiences. So, when you're ready to raise your glass and move your feet, the party's in full swing and the islands are waiting for you or if you'd rather bring the Island party home, online ordering is a Breeze too!

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Anthony

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Outstanding service. Atmosphere Devine. Food exquisite and hot. Cleanliness superb!

Birdy's Cafe

4.6

4.6 (67)

$31 to $50

American

Harvey Cedars

About the restaurant

Our space was designed to gather with friends and family over good food with fresh ingredients. Dining is available inside our dining room or outside on our patio in the summer. Dinner is served Thursday through Sunday during the summer month.

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AmyVIP

Dined on Aug 29, 2024

We had an great experience! The peach burrata salad was amazing!!

Brio Italian Grille - Cherry Hill

4.5

4.5 (1388)

$30 and under

Italian

Cherry Hill

About the restaurant

Brio Cherry Hill is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Cherry Hill, NJ serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio Cherry Hill is the place to eat in Cherry Hill, NJ for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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John

Dined 1 day ago

I visited a week earlier to inquire about the Christmas menu. I was told regular menus. Lunch and dinner. When we got there it was dinner only. This put us in a situation. However, the food was good. The waiter and service were fine. Everyone was attentive. For a Christmas meal, it was difficult seeing 👀 folks working on their holiday. It was, subsequently, a good experience, and we were grateful!

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Mushroom Ravioli

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