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Zinna's Bistro, Cranbury, NJ

Zinna's Bistro

4.8
4.8
1924 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
WE HAVE MOVED! Visit us at 10 Cedarbrook Drive, Cranbury, NJ!
Zinna's Bistro is a family-owned and operated Italian-American bistro that opened in January 2010. It is one of the hidden gems that make up the treasured Cranbury community. At Zinna's, we believe that your fine dining experience starts with quality. We showcase homemade pastas and produce grown on our premises as well as the freshest ingredients the Garden State has to offer. From food to service, we strive to provide a dining experience you will only find here.

We do NOT allow outside desserts (there will be a $5 per person fee) Zinna's Bistro offers all cakes & desserts call to place an order for your upcoming event or party.

20% gratuity will be added to parties of 6 or more. We are limited to splitting checks to 3 per table. An additional 3.38% is applied for all credit card transactions. Entree Sharing Fee of $10 per person applies.

HOURS:
Tuesday-Friday
12PM-3PM
5PM-9PM

Saturday-Sunday
12PM-3PM
4PM-9PM

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (609) 860-9600
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chris Zinna
  • Catering
    Full service on- and off-premise catering options are available for all special occasions all year round. We have up to 6 Food Trucks available for booking. Call us and ask to be directed to our Food Truck department or email ZinnaFoodTruck@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Zinna’s Bistro, a family-owned Italian-American restaurant, has been serving the community since 2010. Now located at 10 Cedarbrook Drive, Cranbury, we offer fresh ingredients from our onsite garden and homemade pasta. Perfect for family outings, date nights, or special occasions, we create meals and memories with every visit.
  • Neighborhood
    Cranbury
  • Cross street
    Dey Road/ 535
  • Parking details
    Free Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access

What 1,924 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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambiance

  • Middlesex

    Great for brunch

  • Middlesex

    Good for groups

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Middlesex

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Zinna's Bistro offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and "great service". Its varied menu features fresh pasta, Italian dishes, and seafood. The ambiance is "outstanding", with a charming outdoor patio overlooking a lake. The restaurant is a "go-to" spot for many, cherished for its friendly staff and welcoming atmosphere.

1,924 Reviews
  1. Georgena

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alwayz a favorite … great food and service… love the ambience…

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  2. Wayne

    Atlantic City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything was great... knowledgeable server was wonderful...Thank You
    Zinna's BistroResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience and appreciated our knowledgeable server. Your support means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back soon! -Z Team

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  3. Darren

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, our experience was excellent! Zinna's has become our "go-to" spot on Sunday's! Only thing: My wife loved the barbecue rib tips, but was recently removed from the menu. You have to bring them back!!
    Zinna's BistroResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for making Zinna’s your go-to Sunday spot! We’re so happy to hear your experience was excellent as always. We’re thrilled your wife enjoyed the barbecue rib tips—they were definitely a hit! We look forward to seeing you again soon! - Z Team

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  4. Ashlynn

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came here because we won tickets through a radio station, otherwise we would have never known of Zinna’s because we live close to 45 minutes away. The food was absolutely incredible as well as the service. This has to be one of the best restaurants that we have been to in a long time and we will be making the drive to come back in the future.
    Zinna's BistroResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled you discovered Zinna’s and even more excited to hear that you enjoyed the food and service so much. It means the world to us to know we’ve made such a lasting impression. We can’t wait to welcome you back—your next visit will always be worth the drive! - Z Team

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  5. Sherry

    VIP

    New York City

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food—appreciate the updated menu. Nice to see new items added. Food quality is always excellent—fresh and delicious. Nice presentation too. Service was very good and waitress handled an allergy request very well (to ensure our guest with a seafood allergy did not order food fried in the same oil as the calamari.). Thank you! Staff seems a bit stretched so ensure you have time.
    Zinna's BistroResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the updated menu and appreciated the fresh, delicious food and its presentation. It’s also great to hear that our staff provided attentive service and carefully handled your guest’s allergy request—ensuring safety is always a top priority for us. We appreciate your patience and understanding regarding our staff. Your feedback is valuable, and we’ll continue working to provide the best dining experience possible. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! - Z Team

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  6. Chris

    VIP

    Richmond

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been there many times and each time the food has dropped a notch. This time the pasta was cold on top and warm in the middle ( microwaved ?) the lemon pasta was just ok. I would eat here only as a last resort. The service was good . Friendly, cherry, and helpful. Ambulance is very nice but the noise level is high.
    Zinna's BistroResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback and for visiting us multiple times. We’re sorry to hear this experience didn’t meet your expectations. To clarify, we do not own a microwave, and we sincerely apologize if your pasta wasn’t served at the perfect temperature—we’ll review this with our kitchen team to ensure consistency moving forward. We’re glad you enjoyed the service and ambiance, though we understand noise can sometimes be a concern. We value your input and hope you’ll give us another chance to provide the exceptional experience you deserve. - Z Team

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  7. Robert

    VIP

    New York City

    78 reviews

    5.0

    78 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional dining experience. Top notch in all facets (ambience, decor, service, menu options and quality). Don't need to say much more.
    Zinna's BistroResponded on January 7, 2025
    Hi Robert, thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambience, décor, service, menu options, and quality during your visit. Your kind words mean so much to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another exceptional dining experience. - Z Team

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  8. Joseph

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on January 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Zinna's consistently provides great service and a varied menu, with everything on it delicious and plentiful. I've been going to Zinna's since they opened several years ago and have never had a bad meal. I highly recommend Zinna's as my "go to" BYOB restaurant. Fresh pasta, homemade Italian, seafood, steak, they excel in all.
    Zinna's BistroResponded on January 7, 2025
    Hi Joseph, Thank you for your loyalty and glowing review! We’re so honored to be your “go-to” BYOB restaurant. It’s always a pleasure to serve you, and we’re thrilled you’ve enjoyed everything from our fresh pasta to seafood and steak over the years. Your continued support means the world to us, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another delicious meal soon! - Z Team

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  9. Alvin

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is great. Mamas meatballs are a must try. It can be a bit noisy.
    Zinna's BistroResponded on January 7, 2025
    Hi Alvin, thank you for your review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, especially Ma's Meatballs – they’re definitely a favorite! We appreciate your feedback about the noise and will continue striving to make every visit as comfortable as possible. We hope to see you again soon! - Z Team

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  10. Anthony

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always the perfect experience everyone was so welcoming and the food is always amazing The calamari my favorite!!!
    Zinna's BistroResponded on January 7, 2025
    Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that your experience was perfect and that our team made you feel so welcome. It’s wonderful to know that the calamari is your favorite – it’s definitely a standout dish! We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing meals soon. - Z Team

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FAQs

Zinna's Bistro does offer delivery in partnership with Chow Now and Uber Eats. Zinna's Bistro also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 860-9600.

Zinna's Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 1924 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Zinna's Bistro

10 Cedarbrook Dr, Cranbury, NJ 08512

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Dey Road/ 535
  • Neighborhood
    Cranbury
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Tue–Sun 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Tue–Fri 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chris Zinna
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (609) 860-9600
  • Catering
    Full service on- and off-premise catering options are available for all special occasions all year round. We have up to 6 Food Trucks available for booking. Call us and ask to be directed to our Food Truck department or email ZinnaFoodTruck@gmail.com
  • Private party facilities
    Zinna’s Bistro, a family-owned Italian-American restaurant, has been serving the community since 2010. Now located at 10 Cedarbrook Drive, Cranbury, we offer fresh ingredients from our onsite garden and homemade pasta. Perfect for family outings, date nights, or special occasions, we create meals and memories with every visit.
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