Catherine Lombardi

Name: Catherine Lombardi
Address: 3 Livingston Avenue, New Brunswick, NJ, United States, 08901
Telephone: (732) 296-9463
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1943 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Due to Covid-19 Restrictions, We do have a limited amount of reservations available for outdoor & indoor dining. If you are able to book a reservation for "Outdoor" it will be accommodated, however, if you just type it in the notes, we may not be able to accommodate you.

"Standard Reservation" - Indoor Dining
"Outdoor Reservation" - You will be guaranteed a table in our Outdoor Cafe.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(732) 296-9463
Website
http://www.catherinelombardi.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
J.R. Belt
Catering
Please contact us for our off-site catering menus.
Private party facilities
Catherine Lombardi is available for private events. We accept reservations for large groups as well. Special arrangements can be made for larger groups.
Private party contact
Alex Hall: (732) 296-9463 ext. 200

Location
3 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Neighborhood
New Brunswick
Cross street
George Street
Parking details
None
Public transit
The restaurant is located a few minute walk from the New Brunswick train station, on the New Jersey Transit - Northeast Corridor line.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Shrimp Scampi$19.95
Garlic, Butter & White Wine
Eggplant Rollatini (Unrolled)$19.95
Thinly Sliced with Garlic Ricotta, Mozzarella, Basil, Marinara
Mozzarella in Carozza with Prosciutto$14.95
Mozzarella and Prosciutto Sandwiched Between Bread and Fried
Fried Calamari$16.95
with Sweet & Spicy Marinara
Stuffed Mushrooms$16.95
Stuffed Calamari$16.95
Hand-Sliced Prosciutto de Parma$19.95
with Parmigiano & Balsamic Cherries
Jamon Ibercio de Bellota - 2 oz$39.95
the finest cured ham in the world
House-Made Fresh Mozzarella$15.95
with Roasted Peppers and Basil
House-Made Burrata$24.95
with Grilled Crostini
Caprese Salad$19.95
Heirloom Jersey Tomatoes, House-Made Mozzarella, Basil, Balsamic Reduction

Insalate

Pear & Gorgonzola$15.95
Pecans & Honey Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad$15.95
Parmigiano-Reggiano & Croutons
Market Greens$12.95
Tomatoes, Onions & Balsamix
Arugula Salad$14.95
Parmigiano-Reggiano & Pesto Vinaigrette

Macaroni

Orecchiette$21.95
Sausage (Hot or Sweet), Garlic, Broccoli Rabe
Spaghetti$24.95
Marinara & Meatballs
Long Fusilli$21.95
Walnut Basil Pesto Cream. Can Be Served without Cream
Pappardelle$21.95
Bolognese

House Specialties

Lasagna with Meat Gravy$28.95
Catherine Lombardi's is a Hearty, Rustic Lasagna stuffed with Meat and Cheese
Garganelli with Truffle Cream$25.95
Prosciutto & Asparagus
Wild Boar Bolognese$29.95
with Pappardelle Pasta
Eggplant Parmigiana with Sautéed Spinach and Marinara$23.95
Our Eggplant is Dried Overnight to Achieve a Firm, Meaty Texture
Veal Parmigiana$36.95
with Macaroni & Marinara
Manicotti$21.95
Marinara
Spinach and Mushroom Ravioli$26.95
with Tarragon Cream Sauce
Tortelloni$27.95
with Bolognese

Meat

Chicken Scarpariello$29.95
Chicken, Sausage, Peppers, Mushrooms and Lemon
Veal Scaloppini alla Marsala$36.95
Mushrooms and Sautéed Arugula
Pork Chop$32.95
Sausage Stuffing, Polenta & Spinach
Pork Osso Bucco$38.95
Sautéed Spinach, Polenta

Fish

Squid Ink Spaghetti with Shrimp$27.95
Marinara, Mint and Sopressata
Shrimp Scampi$27.95
over Basil Linguini
Stuffed Calamari$26.95
with Sautéed Spinach
Crab & Shrimp Fettucine$32.95
Parmigiano-Reggiano Cream Sauce
Linguine & Clams$28.95
Seared Salmon$34.95
Polenta, Corn, Zucchini, Heirloom Tomatoes

Accompaniments

Very Garlic Bread$9.95
Half Order of Very Garlic Bread$7.95
Sausage (Sweet Or Hot)$10.95
Black Meatballs$15.95
Red Meatballs$15.95
Polenta$10.95
Broccoli Rabe & Garlic$10.95
Sautéed Spinach & Garlic$10.95

What 1,943 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 25, 2022
overall4food3service3ambience2
Came here for the first time with my special someone. We were celebrating an anniversary. The food was decent, personally don’t believe the price for the quality of the food. At the end my partner and I believed what sold our evening was the bottle of wine we ordered.
J
J3ssicax333
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service was absolutely outstanding all of the staff were so knowledgeable about the menu and the dishes they recommended did not disappoint
J
Jays
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had an amazing dinner there, and we always come here for special events. The service was great and our waiter was kind and provided great detail of the specials. The food was also amazing.
MM
MarieM
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dinner was delicious! Service impeccable! A wonderful experience!
M
Melinda
New York Area
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined on June 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We gathered in person to discuss recent events and the setting was perfect. The food was good and the service was unobtrusive which we appreciated. We would definitely go there again.
LS
LawrenceS
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience1
The food was just average as was the service. Noise was horrible.
JT
JamieT
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall4food4service2ambience4
Service was slow and orders were messed up but did get adjustment for it.
MS
MichelleS
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate outside and it was a beautiful night. I had a love affair with my spaghetti and strawberries meal. As I understand it, I have to wait another year to have that dish again as the strawberries have to be at their peak. My husband's pasta with shrimp, crab and lobster in a light cream sauce, that did not over power the fish, was also delicious. The mojitos we drank were superb and thankfully will be available throughout the summer. Eating outside was a treat. The environment was infused with a peaceful excitement as those around us seemed to also enjoy the night , the food and the drink.
TS
TomS
San Francisco
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
as always, a lovely evening out with the outdoor cafe open as well. Food and beverage service spot on.
FJ
FJHP
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and attentive staff. We enjoyed the outdoor seating.
LC
LauraC
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on June 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Dined outside and it was perfect! The strawberry spaghetti was absolutely delicious. If you haven’t tried it yet, you’re missing something special.
SG
StephanieG
New York Area
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience2
First off the message that they left on my voicemail was very confusing. I called back to inquire about the message. The gentleman had an attitude while explaining. Basically, we would be eating at the sister’s restaurant NOT at Catherine Lombardi. Even though we were explained about the restaurant. I went to the wrong door and finally noticed the small entrance sign to the restaurant that we were supposed to be eating at. My husband went to go park the car. As I entered they were very friendly. When my husband finally got there he did the same thing that I did I went to the wrong door. He was able to fine the Substitute restaurant. First cocktail was weak. After talking to the waiter and changing vodka much better. The stuff mushrooms were OK . The wild boar Bolognese was delicious. Our dessert was worth waiting for 15 minutes chocolate chip cookies a must! My husbands appetizer the Calamar was good. His entrée was okay. Would I come back here again no but I would travel for those chocolate chip cookies for sure!
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Bmkk
New York Area
39 reviews
vip
3.0
39 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall3food3service2ambience5
We have eaten here many times and always enjoyed it. Unfortunately tonight our meal was just ok and the service was poor. The bus boys serving the water and bread were great and very attentive and helpful. The waiter while very nice was defiantly overworked and didn’t have enough time to provide us with good service. The soup was great. Pasta good. Eggplant parmigiana was well below Satisfactory. Not sure if we will go to again.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Without a doubt my new favorite weekend dinner spot.
WP
WarrenP
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual guys, our service, our server, the co-servers all- worked so cohesively to keep our table and our needs neat and meet! The hostess was delightful and fiercely dressed!!! And then theres the food: our favorite- fusilli added with grilled chicken ; a tasty fresh Cesar’s salad. And the heavenly garlic bread ….yum yum yum Thank you 🙏🏽 See you all real soon
k
krammars
New York Area
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect as always. Frequent diner. Always fun with great food.
JR
JanineR
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of the best Italian restaurants in NJ. Fantastic food, knowledgeable staff and a charismatic owner. Never disappoints! I would highly recommend.
Catherine LombardiResponded on May 21, 2022Thanks very much. Know that people like you are the reason we are still working so hard after 30 years!
JS
JenniferS
New England
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on May 17, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Over priced in general. Way over priced for their overall quality level. A disappointment that cost a lot.
l
local
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food4service4ambience5
Took my family there for lunch over the weekend and the food and service was great, we had a variety of appetizers and our meals were all goo. A bit pricey but all in all it was worth it.
CA
CAMaria
New York Area
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always It was amazing. The steak was perfect and the Garganelli with truffle cream is a life altering dish.
SF
SuzsnneF
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We chose Catherine Lombardi’s for a celebration ! The room is lovely and the food was great! Service was spot-on! Great experience!
S
Scoob
New York Area
35 reviews
vip
3.0
35 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Our food was good, not great. For example, The chicken scapariello…the pieces of chicken and sausage were cooked correctly and tasted good but the dish didn’t have time for the flavors to blend together so it tasted like some chicken, sausage, peppers and onions. Not scapariello. Steak fries were cooked to death. The charceuterie board was great. The service was uneven because there were so many people who touched our table. On one hand it was a blessing. On the other, confusing.
RH
RuthH
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mothers Day Dinner!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful time celebrating Mother’s Day here with family. Everything was delicious, love when everyone’s dish comes out hot at the same time. The burrata they make fresh when you order it and it was delicious! Drinks were really good too. My favorite dessert was the bread pudding.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
Mother’s Day first time dining. Nice ambiance with excellent service and great food!
KS
KarenS
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mother’s Day
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
You can order off of the Stage Left Steakhouse Menu or Lombardi's. Both are phenomenal. A1.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and delicious food—we enjoyed that it wasn’t your usual Italian fare but a nice variety of different meals instead. A bit loud, but we would definitely go back for the food. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
VP
VictoriaP
New York Area
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience4
Think this restaurant is highly overrated. The food was a average at best. My friend’s bolognese was a big disappointment to her and she didn’t eat much of it. The best part of the meal was their homemade gelato.
L
Locall
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My business associates always ask to come here when they travel to NJ. Even the New Yorkers are impressed with the quality of this restaurant!
JM
JenniferM
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding service and food was delicious. Met the owner mark very nice and informative I look forward to going back again soon.
TG
ToddG
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Attentive service. Quite good food. Owner was spending time with guest ensuring all was enjoyable. Very well done overall.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
1.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall1food1service2ambience2
Food not very good at all. Left my comfort one be tried a new restaurant.
K
Kathy
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food was delicious, atmosphere was very inviting and service was top shelve.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an amazing dinner. From the moment we walked in, the time we left. One of the best!
JC
JessCG
Seattle
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
The food was way I’ve rocked for the quality, very disappointing!
f
fred
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 23, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
wagu was outstanding.....beautiful ambiance....great restaurant
GD
GayleD
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The lasagne is outstanding and the very garlic bread is excellent. We will be back!!
RG
RobinG
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Time well spent w/ good food, surpassed only by the service!
PQ
PeterQ
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food and a very warm welcome. It’s on the pricey side, but location is terrific for NJ State Theater and the atmosphere is tremendous: casual classy.

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Catherine Lombardi is rated 4.6 stars by 1943 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jul 5, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

3 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Additional information

Cross street
George Street
Neighborhood
New Brunswick
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
None
Public transit
The restaurant is located a few minute walk from the New Brunswick train station, on the New Jersey Transit - Northeast Corridor line.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
J.R. Belt
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.catherinelombardi.com/
Phone number
(732) 296-9463
Catering
Please contact us for our off-site catering menus.
Private party facilities
Catherine Lombardi is available for private events. We accept reservations for large groups as well. Special arrangements can be made for larger groups.
Private party contact
Alex Hall: (732) 296-9463 ext. 200

Catherine Lombardi

Make a reservation

Additional information

Wild Boar Bolognese

Very Garlic Bread

Veal Parmigiana

Cold Antipasti

Salumi

Hot Dried Italian Sausage

Sweet Dried Italian Sausage

Sopressata

Pizza Rustica

Vegetables

Marinated Crimini Mushrooms

Roasted Peppers

Marinated Sicilian Olives

Roasted Beets

Chilled Fish Selections

Shrimp and Garlic and Olive Oil$3.00

Calamari with Lemon

Cheese Board

Parmigiano-Reggiano

Barely Buzzed

Saenkanter

Tea Rose

Kunik

Truffle Tremor

GreenHill

Calderwood

Carmody

Langa Rocchetta

Robiola

Humboldt Fog

Appetizers

Shrimp Scampi$19.95

Eggplant Rollatini (Unrolled)$19.95

Mozzarella in Carozza with Prosciutto$14.95

Fried Calamari$16.95

Stuffed Mushrooms$16.95

Stuffed Calamari$16.95

Hand-Sliced Prosciutto de Parma$19.95

Jamon Ibercio de Bellota - 2 oz$39.95

House-Made Fresh Mozzarella$15.95

House-Made Burrata$24.95

Caprese Salad$19.95

Insalate

Pear & Gorgonzola$15.95

Caesar Salad$15.95

Market Greens$12.95

Arugula Salad$14.95

Macaroni

Orecchiette$21.95

Spaghetti$24.95

Long Fusilli$21.95

Pappardelle$21.95

House Specialties

Lasagna with Meat Gravy$28.95

Garganelli with Truffle Cream$25.95

Wild Boar Bolognese$29.95

Eggplant Parmigiana with Sautéed Spinach and Marinara$23.95

Veal Parmigiana$36.95

Manicotti$21.95

Spinach and Mushroom Ravioli$26.95

Tortelloni$27.95

Meat

Chicken Scarpariello$29.95

Veal Scaloppini alla Marsala$36.95

Pork Chop$32.95

Pork Osso Bucco$38.95

Fish

Squid Ink Spaghetti with Shrimp$27.95

Shrimp Scampi$27.95

Stuffed Calamari$26.95

Crab & Shrimp Fettucine$32.95

Linguine & Clams$28.95

Seared Salmon$34.95

Accompaniments

Very Garlic Bread$9.95

Half Order of Very Garlic Bread$7.95

Sausage (Sweet Or Hot)$10.95