L'Allegria

Name: L'Allegria
Address: 11 Prospect Street, Madison, NJ, United States, 07940
Telephone: (973) 377-6808
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

686 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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L’allegria, conceived by brothers Saverio and Giovanni Allocca in 1984, experienced a meteoric rise to stardom. It has maintained its lofty status due to the Allocca’s dedication to optimum quality. The fashionable ristorante, with the casual feel of al fresco dining in a Mediterranean courtyard, features proficient, unpretentious European-style service, an award-winning wine cellar and a New York City trained kitchen staff. The delicate blend of exquisite renditions of authentic cuisine and wines from Italy’s diverse regions, coupled with L’allegria’s charming ambiance, create the quintessential Italian dining experience. As a result, L’allegria consistently wins the acclaim of restaurant critics and the applause of diners.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

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Takeout

(973) 377-6808

Private dining

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Unspecified
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 377-6808
Website
https://lallegria.com/?y_source=1_MTgxNTMxNTQtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
L'Allegria offers private dining options for groups of 12 to 70. Whether a celebratory dinner with family and friends, or a business luncheon among colleagues, L'Allegria can accommodate all your needs. Contact us for further information.
Private party contact
Saverio Allocca: (973) 377-4692

Location
11 Prospect Street, Madison, NJ 07940
Neighborhood
Madison, New Jersey
Cross street
Main Street
Parking details
Private lot located behind the restaurant.
Entertainment
Thursdays, Friday and Saturdays enjoy live piano from 7:00pm to close.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Eggplant rollatini$13.50
Eggplant parmigiana$15.50
Carciofi imbottiti$14.50
Young tender baby stuffed artichokes.
Antipastino all’italiana$18.50
An assortment of the very best charcuterie and cheeses.
Insalata Mediterranea$15.00
Roasted eggplant & red bell pepper salad with frisée and feta.
Antipasto della casa$13.00
Mixture of grilled and marinated vegetables.
Caprese$16.50
Imported Bufala Mozzarella with tomato & basil.
Frutto di granseola finta$17.50
Grilled shrimp encircled with a ringlet of tender calamari and topped with crabmeat.
Gamberi e vongole al forno$15.00
Shrimps and clams oven baked.
Insalata forestale$24.00
Tricolore, walnuts, raspberries and strawberries (for two).
Insalata di mare moderna$20.00
Assorted seafood tossed in extra virgin olive oil with a hint of garlic.
Fragolini affogati$15.00
Baby octopus braised with tomato, olives, capers and extra virgin olive oil.

Farinacei

Bucatini all’amatriciana$24.00
Authentically prepared as in the Roman hills.
Fusilli Napoletani$24.00
Handmade pasta with a Sunday ragù and bufala ricotta.
Strozzapreti pasta$25.00
Al filetto di pomodoro and basil.
Agnolotti Pugliesi$26.00
Fresh made pasta stuffed with sausage & broccoli rabe in a caramelized roasted garlic sauce.
Fusillicon melanzane aromatizzate aicapperi$23.00
Cork-screw pasta with eggplant and capers in an aromatic sauce with fresh tomatoes.
Lasagna all’Emiliana$23.00
Classic meat and cheese lasagna.
Gnocchi al ragù$22.00
Potato dumplings with a Sunday ragù.
Pappardelle alla bolognese$23.00

Minestra del Giorno

Soup of the day

Pesce

Coda di Rospo al Timo$30.00
Grilled monk fish with thyme and assorted grilled vegetables
Salmone farcito con zucchini alla menta$35.00
Wild salmon marinated with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, stuffed with sauteed zucchini and mint and roasted.
Cacciucco alla Livornese$39.00
Medley of seafood nestled over fresh made scialatielli.
Involtini di gamberi all’origano e rosmarino$35.50
Shrimps wrapped in calamari rings.
Branzino Mediterraneo$33.00
Imported sea bass grilled or in a light cherry tomato sauce.
Aragosta specialita della casa$43.00
Chunks of fresh lobster meat, flamed with cognac and bourbon and returned to its shell bathed with a creamy tomato sauce enhanced with sage and cayenne pepper.
Merluzzo alla Napoletana$30.00
Wild north atlantic cod as traditionally prepared with potatoes, onions, olives and light tomato sauce.

Carne e Pollame

Braciola di maiale$29.00
Pork Tenderloin stuffed with raisins, pignoli, garlic & parsley in a Sunday ragu with penne.
Osso buco$43.00
Stewed shank of veal traditionally prepared with tomato and served with saffron risotto.
Scalloppina a Piacere$30.00
Pink milk-fed veal prepared as you wish...francese, pizzaiola, marsala, piccata, saltimbocca or parmigiana.
Cotoletta casareccia$34.00
Veal cutlet with sliced tomato and roasted peppers.
Petto di pollo all’ immaginazione dello chef$30.00
Free range all natural chicken breast stuffed with cheese & ham in a light brown sauce accented with sage, served with potato croquettes.
Pollo all’Aglio e olio$28.00
Free range all natural drums and thighs in garlic and oil sauce with a tasty wild mushroom mix.
Pork chop saltimbocca$28.00
With sautéed spinach.
Bistecche e costolette a richiesta
Steaks and chops on request

Sides

The Cheese Course “For Two”$24.00
An assortment of the very best imported from Italy, with olives & fennel
Endivia riccia alla monachina$13.00
Curly endive with raisins, green olives, pignoli and garlic braised.
Insalata verde$8.00
Medley of crisp lettuce with our popular house dressing.
Friarielli “Strascinati”$11.00
Broccoli Rabe sauteed with garlic & oil.
Dei Cesari$9.00
Caesar salad.

Gourmet Pizzas

can be ordered as Appetizers for two or Entree

Margherita$16.00
Pizza Della Nonna$16.00
La Capricciosa$18.00
La Bianca e Verde$16.00
Pugliese$17.00
Boscaiola$18.00
Monachina$17.00
Butternut$19.00

What 686 people are saying

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4Value

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LindaA
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on January 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We dined with a couple who had never been and they loved the food and with a couple who returned with us because they loved the food. Still our go to for Bolognese.
VD
VandDdineout
New York Area
100 reviews
vip
4.0
100 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Always welcoming and kind to my older parents who move a little slowly and don't hear so well.
CC
CapeCrusader
Montreal
75 reviews
3.0
75 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2022
overall3food3service1ambience4
Took two hours for one course dinner! No consideration granted for the unacceptably slow service!! We will not return
j
jdnj
New York Area
103 reviews
vip
3.0
103 reviews
Dined on December 19, 2022
overall3food4service3ambience3
The food was good, and the service was decent. The wine list, while not extensive, was nice. We enjoyed our food, but the restaurant is very unacommodating with guest requests to the point of being unreasonable. There are too many better choices for dining out. We will not be returning.
i
ilsaair
West Palm Beach
194 reviews
vip
4.0
194 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Visiting Morristown from Boca Raton and wanted to find an authentic Italian restaurant for dinner. Everything was great - all the pasta dishes were very good and the service was excellent
LA
LindaA
New York Area
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
As usual, the food and service were excellent. Escarole and bean soup perfect for a chilly night. Pastas we're outstanding. Our go to place for the perfect Italian meal for over 14 years.
JM
JamesM
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything about this dinner was simply exquisite. So glad came there. STaff was welcoming - felt totally at home. and that means even more than the quality of the food - which was superb. James Mahoney
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orlando
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very good food, excellent service
BT
BrianTD
Houston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice for business lunch. Not crowded so noise wasn’t an issue.
m
michaelw
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Food, service, were very good. Knowledgable about the wine. Over all a very good. Definitely will go back
B
Bobg
New York Area
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Wonderful selections, excellent preparation and presentation. We’ll be back!
m
morristownmike
New York Area
13 reviews
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2022
overall3food4service4ambience3
The maitre d' tried to sit us in the bar area instead of the main dining room despite there being available tables. The bar area was not as nice. We ended up sitting in the main dining room. The food and service was very good. The decor was pleasant but outdated. There appears to be no dress code as the family next to use was in sweatpants, sweatshirts/ tee shirts. I found the food to be overprices. Overall we enjoyed out meal and were able to get a last minute reservation on a Saturday night.
DL
DonnaL
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
It was the perfect venue to meet with a friend with hearing issues...the restaurant at lunch was very quiet, the service welcoming and efficient, and the food was positively delicious.
d
dianaw
New York Area
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Made a last minute reservation so sat in the bar area which was just ok.. the food and service made up for it!! Best Gnocchi I’ve had since my grandmother made it for me!!! Branzino was excellent as well as the papadelle bolognese!! Can’t wait to go back!
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eatsout2often
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
A restaurant for grownups! well spaced tables, nice tablecloths! My entree, veal marsala was superb. Quiet, unfortunately because the restaurant was almost empty on a Friday evening. I guess when a place does not have a wall to wall bar scene, loud noise and mediocre food, it is not a draw. This place has been in business for many years, it must be doing something right. Hope it is able to remain open.
DR
DavidR
New York Area
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place that my girlfriend and I can go to and know that every time it will be a very nice dining experience.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
The service was incredibly slow. In fairness they are short staffed as is everyone. The appetizers were good but the main courses were not. There are so many Italian places in the area, all of which are better and a fraction of the price. We should have known when they were the only place still able to take a reservation. I know it’s an old school Madison favorite but it wasn’t worth the price at all. All around very disappointing.
MJ
MichaelJ
New England
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 25, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
We will be back.
ME
MaryE
Nashville
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had dinner for a large group to celebrate a special event. We ate in a private room. The restaurant is lovely, our server was friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive, and the food was excellent@
S
Saeed
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We picked this restaurant based on customer recommendation. What a great place, the entrance was so elegant so the decorations inside. Extra clean, and the service was just perfect, we ordered couple appetizers eggplant rolltini, shrimp and clam and for main courses we ordered chicken, lobster and fish. All came out great. The coffee and desert were just perfect. We recommend this place without any reservation and we for sure go back again.
GJ
GJG306
New York Area
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience5
Consistently very good food. Portions are not huge but acceptable. Service was fair. There was a party in the next room which seemed to take priority over the dining room.
BB
BarbaraB
Miami
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious! Creative extensive menu, fresh and well prepared food. Lobster was excellent...tender with nicely blended flavors.
LQ
LesleyQ
Atlantic City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We always enjoy eating at Lallegria. The food is consistently excellent and so is the service. The only reason I didn’t give it all 5 stars is because it can be a little noisy if it is busy.
AH
AnnH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were there to celebrate our anniversary. It’s a Lovely setting for a delicious meal. Portions are very generous and service was very attentive.
SK
SteveKaren
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 26, 2022
overall2food2service3ambience4
We had wanted to try a new restaurant in the area, since we are not here that often. The last time we were here we dined at Il Capriccio and it was Fantastic!!! L'Allegria was so disappointing. Nothing was bad, but nothing was great at all. Veal Picatta was tender and cooked well, but sadly did not deliver much flavor. Stuffed pepper app was ok, but that was all. Eggplant rollitini was cooked well, but once again, lacking a high level of flavor. the Agnolotti Pugliesi stuffed with sausage and broccoli rabe was the biggest disappointment. The fresh pasta was way too thick and the stuffing was really tasteless and rendered the dish uninteresting and chewy. Finally, the bottle of wine we ordered, said it was a 2015 Barbaresco, and the 2017 arrived. I did not say anything, as the list was really weak anyway, so I just accepted that year. We also accepted that the wine, while ok to drink, already had significant bricking, showing that it had not been stored properly either before they purchased it or after they purchased it. Again, I just accepted it as is. We don't make a fuss of things when we dine out unless it is a major issue. All in all, the food and service was not bad, but noting that would have me go back again.
CA
ConnieA
New York Area
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waitress was amazing and so was the food!!!!
MM
MeghanM
New Orleans
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful food, staff, and ambiance. Love coming to this restaurant whenever we’re in town.
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful. Excellent food and good service.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Small porstion
V
Vidalia
New York Area
102 reviews
vip
5.0
102 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
Wonderful birthday dinner. The appetizers were outstanding. Figs with goat cheese and prosciutto, zucchini flowers with cheese and shrimp dish were all delicious. Main courses were good. Veal parmigiana ( asked for alternative pasta but would not accommodate), flounder stuffed with crabmeat and A special chicken Francais with peas and mushrooms. Our waiter, Susan, could not have been more wonderful. Desserts were enjoyed as well.
J
Jade
New York Area
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The staff was incredible. The food and ambiance were perfect! What a gem!
C
Ctraveler
New York Area
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
Excellent extensive menu, especially during this time when many restaurants have limited their menus. Really enjoyed a glass of the house Chardonnay. Also offered quite a few specials for the night. The stuffed zucchini flowers was an appetizer that was new to me and was excellent . All and all a great evening.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
vip
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience1
First time, last time. The food was actually good. The service was unbelievably poor. They want to portray themselves as fine dining, but their staff surely disappoints. Our waitress announced the specials from the back of the room to our table and another table. It seems it was too difficult for her to give individual attention to what should be an upscale restaurant. They were announced like orders in a diner. Throughout the meal our waitress was unbelievably unattentive. The only way we could get an additional glass of wine was to ask a person bringing our plates for our entrées. The final part, was when we paid the bill and our waitress lost our credit card. After an extensive search, my credit card was found on the floor by an adjacent table. There was no apology from the manager or owner. All I got was the full bill and nothing for our troubles. Again, first time/last time.
KC
KathleenC
New England
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hospitality, delicious food, never disappoints....
MK
MarkK
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 26, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience4
Beyond the usual Italian restaurant menu. Delicious! Well made cocktails and extensive wine selection. First time experience but we will be back soon!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience4
We love this place and go often. My only gripe is that it’s a long meal. If you are looking for something quick this isn’t the place to go to. Otherwise we love the food, service and ambience. The branzino is my favorite!
JR
JackR
New York Area
14 reviews
4.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2022
overall4food4service3ambience4
We love this restaurant. They are suffering from lack of help which slows down service. It's not their fault.
EW
EllieW
New York Area
8 reviews
vip
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wedding anniversary
B
Bobdito
New York Area
62 reviews
vip
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Appetizers (stuffed zucchini flowers and calamari-wrapped shrimp) a bit disappointing but rest of meal hit the mark. Osso buco braised in tomato ragu was tender and flavorful. Sea bass scored high also. Ricotta cheesecake rounded out a fine dining experience. Overall, a bit pricey but ambiance, service and interesting menu choices made our visit well worthwhile. Great place for special occasions.
K
Kathleen
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Real Italian Food with extensive menu and wine list

FAQs

L'Allegria offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (973) 377-6808.

L'Allegria is rated 4.4 stars by 686 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

Feb 5, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(973) 377-6808

11 Prospect Street, Madison, NJ 07940

Additional information

Cross street
Main Street
Neighborhood
Madison, New Jersey
Hours of operation
Daily 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Unspecified
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Private lot located behind the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Entertainment
Thursdays, Friday and Saturdays enjoy live piano from 7:00pm to close.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://lallegria.com/?y_source=1_MTgxNTMxNTQtODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(973) 377-6808
Private party facilities
L'Allegria offers private dining options for groups of 12 to 70. Whether a celebratory dinner with family and friends, or a business luncheon among colleagues, L'Allegria can accommodate all your needs. Contact us for further information.
Private party contact
Saverio Allocca: (973) 377-4692

L'Allegria

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Assaggini

Eggplant rollatini$13.50

Eggplant parmigiana$15.50

Carciofi imbottiti$14.50

Antipastino all’italiana$18.50

Insalata Mediterranea$15.00

Antipasto della casa$13.00

Caprese$16.50

Frutto di granseola finta$17.50

Gamberi e vongole al forno$15.00

Insalata forestale$24.00

Insalata di mare moderna$20.00

Fragolini affogati$15.00

Farinacei

Bucatini all’amatriciana$24.00

Fusilli Napoletani$24.00

Strozzapreti pasta$25.00

Agnolotti Pugliesi$26.00

Fusillicon melanzane aromatizzate aicapperi$23.00

Lasagna all’Emiliana$23.00

Gnocchi al ragù$22.00

Pappardelle alla bolognese$23.00

Minestra del Giorno

Soup of the day

Pesce

Coda di Rospo al Timo$30.00

Salmone farcito con zucchini alla menta$35.00

Cacciucco alla Livornese$39.00

Involtini di gamberi all’origano e rosmarino$35.50

Branzino Mediterraneo$33.00

Aragosta specialita della casa$43.00

Merluzzo alla Napoletana$30.00

Carne e Pollame

Braciola di maiale$29.00

Osso buco$43.00

Scalloppina a Piacere$30.00

Cotoletta casareccia$34.00

Petto di pollo all’ immaginazione dello chef$30.00

Pollo all’Aglio e olio$28.00

Pork chop saltimbocca$28.00

Bistecche e costolette a richiesta

Sides

The Cheese Course “For Two”$24.00

Endivia riccia alla monachina$13.00

Insalata verde$8.00

Friarielli “Strascinati”$11.00

Dei Cesari$9.00

Gourmet Pizzas

Margherita$16.00

Pizza Della Nonna$16.00

La Capricciosa$18.00

La Bianca e Verde$16.00

Pugliese$17.00

Boscaiola$18.00

Monachina$17.00

Butternut$19.00

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