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1. La Lupa
4.9
Exceptional(1350)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Manalapan
Booked 26 times today
La Lupa embodies a philosophy of upbeat hospitality, seasonality in our menu and ingredients, and the deep roots of regional Italian cooking. lead by chef Giorgio, who is a master in the old world techniques of handmade pastas, Neapolitan wood fired pizza, meat, fish, and poultry.
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2. 618
4.9
Exceptional(8043)
Price: Moderate
• American • Freehold
Booked 54 times today
Top 1% of restaurants in the worldRanked one of the Most Romantic Restaurants in the United States 4 years in a row!*Reservation times are not guaranteed. As a high-volume restaurant we will do our best to accommodate you as close to that time as possible.
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3. Nonna's Citi Cucina
4.8
Exceptional(1303)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Englishtown
Booked 15 times today
Nonna's Citi Cucina is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its beautifully styled decor and ambiance, it's described as a 'perfect setting for date night'. Reviewers consistently praise the atmosphere, and the innovative Italian dishes are frequently described as 'out to us very quickly', ensuring a prompt and attentive dining experience. Plus, the friendly staff adds to the warm and cozy ambiance.
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4. Osteria Cucina Rustica
4.6
Exceptional(589)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Marlboro
Booked 17 times today
*Call for reservations*Osteria translated in Italian literally means "a place where the owner hosts his guests." At Osteria Cucina Rustica we follow in that tradition. Life long friends Steven Botta and Angelo Bongiovanni have collaborated to design and recreate an authentic Osteria. A warm atmosphere along with impeccable service and family recipes make for an unparalleled dining experience. We begin with the freshest ingredients of the highest quality all prepared to order using family recipes passed down from generation to generation. The astronomic experience begins with the hospitality from the moment you walk through the iron forged doors. Next is the food where the love is present in each dish. The house made pasta to the freshest seafood to the dry aged steaks and our unique desserts made daily by our pastry chef make our uniqueness discernible. The Bongiovanni and Botta families welcome you to Osteria, where we promise that you will come as a guest and leave as family.
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5. Metropolitan Cafe
4.6
Exceptional(1641)
Price: Moderate
• American • Freehold
Booked 10 times today
Metropolitan Cafe is a romantic spot, as per the reviews. It offers a 'nice atmosphere for couples or groups' and 'great ambiance' for a 'romantic Valentine's evening'. The place is also suitable for 'special occasions', making it ideal for dates. The food and service consistently receive high ratings, contributing to the overall romantic dining experience.
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6. Sette - Marlboro
4.6
Exceptional(21)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Marlboro
Booked 5 times today
Sette Wood Burning Bistro, located at 130 S Main St in Marlboro, New Jersey, offers a cozy and inviting atmosphere perfect for various dining occasions. Whether you're planning a leisurely dinner with loved ones, a quick lunch with friends,, Sette provides a relaxed setting where laughter flows as freely as the conversation.
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7. Solo Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(1018)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Freehold
Booked 8 times today
Solo Trattoria is known for its warm and cozy atmosphere, perfect for romantic dinners. Reviewers frequently mention the 'romantic ambiance' and 'perfect ambiance for couples.' The restaurant's owner, Piergiorgio Ceciarelli, is described as having a 'warm smile' and providing 'genuine heartfelt service.' Combine this with the delicious, unique Italian dishes and you have a recipe for a romantic evening.
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8. Ruocco's on 9 - NJ
4.8
Exceptional(60)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Manalapan
Booked 1 time today
Ruocco's is a family-owned and family-operated establishment with a mission to bring Italian American cuisine to New Jersey. Our menu is inspired by our upbringing in a Brooklyn Italian American household, aiming to evoke a sense of comfort for our patrons through friendly service and an intimate atmosphere. Our recipes have been passed down through generations, and we take pride in using fresh, high-quality ingredients prepared to order. We are dedicated to offering a unique dining experience that combines Old World comfort with a modern touch. Join us for a meal and experience our family's culinary tradition firsthand.
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9. Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro
4.9
Exceptional(1357)
Price: Expensive
• Indian • Freehold
Booked 9 times today
Located in Historic Downtown Freehold, Aarzu Modern Indian Bistro presents an exceptional upscale dining experience.Modern Indian cuisine is making rapid strides. Today, it has moved beyond the realms of fusion gourmet. At Aarzu, we are taking the Indian cuisine out of the butter chicken and curry circle. The focus is on taste, texture and presentation. While the cooking method remains the same, our recipes involve diverse elements and unique food pairings with presentation being the focal point. After all, we do eat with our eyes first! Our innovative menu also brings to light the regional culinary diversity of India.The décor, lighting, colors, art and even the serving platters in Aarzu are designed to complement the food to create the complete experience for the guest.
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10. American Hotel - The Standard
4.3
Awesome(1279)
Price: Moderate
• American • Freehold
Booked 7 times today
The Standard, an American Bistro Style Restaurant and Bar, located in the American Hotel right at the heart of Downtown Freehold. Open everyday for lunch and dinner until 9:00 pm, and offering an a la carte brunch on Sundays. The contemporary menu offers a tantalizing variety featuring steaks, seafood and bistro-style dishes. Enjoy our upscale menu with friends while sipping on one our specially crafted cocktails.Happy Hour is offered at the bar 7 days a week from 3:00-6:00. Additionally, we are now offering half priced bottles of wine every Wednesday and Sunday.Please note that all reservations are for Indoor Dining only. Outdoor dining is purely first come, first serve. However, if you have a reservation, and there is an outside table available at the time of your arrival, you will be welcomed to it. There is FREE parking in the Market Yard lot everyday but Thursday, Friday and Saturday after 4pm. The lot across Main St is free at all times. We are excited to serve you!
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  • AUDREY
    New York City •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    First time at LaLupa. Food was excellent. All Pasta made there, most all locally sourced so yes, a bit more pricey but we understand. The restaurant is small but set up nicely. The atmosphere is great. It did get a little noisy with people talking over others. Will definitely be going back. Service was excellent too.
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    La LupaPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Manalapan
    •
    4.9
  • Ann Marie
    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food and atmosphere were outstanding! The servers were nice. I can’t wait to go back!
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    Nonna's Citi CucinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Englishtown
    •
    4.8
  • NancyVIP
    New York City •15 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I haven't been here for over three years and was really looking forward to my blood orange martini and perhaps a special rather than ordering my usual. I am so disappointed in my main course. It was a shirt rib ravioli with what seemed like a brandy(?) cream sauce. I am embarrassed to say that it was terrible. The entire dish tasted like they added sugar instead of salt. I tried to eat but couldn't after 1.5 ravioli. I left it and decided to convince myself that this could have been an off day. I dicided to take dessert home, a coconut cake. I've had it before so I was sure this was going to be great. Nope! It was dry and what was supposed to be a custard cream was hard. So disappointed.
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    Osteria Cucina RusticaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Marlboro
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    4.6
  • Morgan
    New York City •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We had a great time and enjoyed our meal and service
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    618Price: Moderate• American• Freehold
    •
    4.9
  • Shirley
    New York City •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Metro North has an expansive menu and the food portions are worth the cost. Staff is always welcoming. Highly recommend.
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    Metropolitan CafePrice: Moderate• American• Freehold
    •
    4.6

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