Carmen Garrido
What a great night for a incredible dinner and ambiance. The pasta, the steak and the artichoke were outstanding. I also enjoyed the creamy texture of the cannoli that we had for dessert. We had a great time conversing with the owner and her son who were both very approachable and very friendly. The place is celebrating their 50th year anniversary of service and I felt awesome to share this wonderful opportunity. It’s cash only and the place requires reservations.
… moreAngie
Me and my partner went to cafe bello on my birthday and met a family who was eating dinner next to us. They were saying how Angelina’s food is more authentic than cafe bello (cafe bello food was great) but she cooks right out of her kitchen and her menu is hand written. They have been in business for 50 years. So we decided to try it out today and it was amazing from the food, atmosphere and her hospitality. Felt very personal like I was eating at my grandmothers kitchen. We had the shrimp oreganota with linguine and linguine with clam sauce, stuffed artichoke and lobster bisque all a 10 out of 10. Sangria and Jack and coke was well put together. Will definitely be coming back. Angelina and her son was very down to earth kind and funny. That was an experience I’ll never forget. I would definitely recommend anyone who loves Italian food to stop by.
… moreISAIAS RAMOS
Heads up it’s a cash only however it’s a hidden gem
Feels like home
The clams and linguini are delicious also shrimp oreganatta is wonderful great drinks quiet comfortable low key absolutely the best spot in Bayonne if you wanna grab a delicious high quality meal and just wanna throw on sweats this is the spot! HUGH PORTIONS
… moreGuy Braden
That’s my great nephew and my brother. The food was fantastic and the staff was friendly. Our waiter did his best to make everyone happy. The menu price in the range of 12 to 50 dollars, they make certain things if you ask and for an additional fee. Clean plenty of parking. We’ll worth a dinner date.
… moreJon Henry Quinones
It was great the red sauce was amazing problem is that basically she told me directly that she doesn’t want dining in house anymore very rare I’ll make exception for people she knows she likes to take out orders and she wants to slow down cuz she’s send me one years old now so if you think you’re going to come here at the bunch of friends and sit down and have a full service meal it’s not going to happen unless unless you prearrange it this is basically a take out joint it’s excellent food incredible portions high quality food. By the way everyone is correct the chicken parmesan is to die for
… morePJ Carlino
Spectacular food, intimate setting, (a customer at the adjacent table shared his entree with us). The patriotic theme is strictly partisan and leans to the right, Conservative television news was playing while we were there. Service can be slower than most but the food is site cooked. There are no prices on the single menu passed among the tables. Ask or be prepared for sticker shock.
… moreAlex
Dungenous crab was amazing! Angelina the owner does everything herself, so you’d need to call and reserve ahead of time. Best Italian restaurant in Bayonne!
… moreJaRich
Went there tonight not knowing the owner and namesake is a long time friend and boss of my grandfather’s! We were sitting raving about her food and came across a picture and the rest is history! Not only because she is now family that I’m giving this review but the restaurant deserves every bit of the 5 starts I gave it! Very homely, family styled Italian food! Home cooked and on the spot! You have to make reservations because it truly reminds you of home! She’s been there for 40 years and I see why! God Bless Angelina! Her and her son were great hosts!
… moreC V
Amazing home cooked food. Don’t expect your run of the mill boujie restaurant inside, far from it, but the food 5 star. Worth the hour long drive and I will definitely be going back. The owner and her son are just so sweet. Its like your going to dinner at families house. The portions are HUGE keep that in mind as well. Pricey thats for sure as well but again worth the quality. We weren’t rushed out either which is nice for a change. Call ahead for your reservation, the owner will then send you a copy of the menu and 2 weeks before your reservation you call in your order because everything is cooked fresh that day. Enjoy!
… moreKevin Broomell
Before you diner here, you must understand that this is not your typical restaurant – in any way. The service is slow and they do not care. You are going to this restaurant for an experience and one that is different than anywhere else you’d go.
First, the ambience and decor is awesome – it looks like chaos, but when you really pay attention you find more and more things that make you laugh and love it. Second, the drinks are poured generously and often – this is what will get you through the wait! Lastly, the food is cooked to order, one table at a time. There are no other cooks than the owner. You will wait for your food and it will be worth it. It is fantastic.
You need to come here with people you generally enjoy spending time with and cannot expect to be in and out in an hour. Also, portions are huge – you only need 1 entree per 2 to 3 people. I definitely recommend, as long as your patient and understand where you are going.
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