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Cafe Emilia, Bridgewater, NJ

Cafe Emilia

4.7 (715)
$30 and under
Italian
705 Rte. 202, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
Cafe Emilia is conveniently located on Route 202 in Bridgewater New Jersey. Our cuisine represents the best of Italian dining, using fresh ingredients and preparing all dishes in our own kitchen daily. We pride ourselves in providing our many repeat customers a consistent quality dining experience. Whether coming in for a light refreshing lunch between business appointments or dining with family or friends in one of our private areas, Cafe Emilia will ensure every visit is a satisfying occasion.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 10:00pm Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire

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What 715 people are saying

Cafe Emilia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Somerset

    Great for fine wines

  • Somerset

    Romantic

  • Somerset

    Good for special occasions

  • Somerset

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cafe Emilia consistently impresses with "outstanding service and food" and a warm, family-like atmosphere. Guests rave about the "amazing food and drinks," especially the veal and chicken dishes. While some note noise levels and occasional dated decor, the overall dining experience remains "phenomenal" and "one of the best in New Jersey."
715 Reviews
  1. Catherine VIP

    Fort Lauderdale4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, the staff and manager were so nice and accommodating. The ladies room was nice and very clean! Their outside area is great also. We will be back!

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  2. lauren

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Food was amazing! We Can’t wait to go back! The service was also next level.

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  3. Marty VIP

    New York City174 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good old reliable Cafe Emilia. Very consistent. Needs some new specials. Tony is great!

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  4. Daniel

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a fantastic experience and meal! Outstanding service and food!

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  5. jack

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great meal. Great service. The noise level was a little high but a wonderful night.

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  6. nancy VIP

    New York City1198 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a busy sunday night with every table taken. We were greeted warmly and made to feel special. We started with the clams oreganata….sweet and delicious. We both chose specials for entrees, DH the swordfish and i had a chicken with shrimp, asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes. Portions were very generous and came with potatoes and green beans. So delicious!!!! We shouldn’t but did have dessert…a pistachio tartuffo…so good. It was all washed down with a french pouilly fuisse. It was a perfect fathers day

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  7. Craig

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    It was a very nice restaurant 10-15 years ago, and the menu is like the wallpaper on the walls it hasn't been changed in years. The server reeked of alcohol and smelled like an ashtray. Food was comparable to Olive Garden yet four plates and no alcohol was $160. I will never go back there until it's under new ownership.

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  8. Augie

    New York City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great time at Cafe Emilia! The wait staff is amazing! Service and food are the best!

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  9. Mark VIP

    New York City11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food and service! One of the best restaurants in New Jersey!

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  10. Lori VIP

    New York City14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very loud environment due to several large tables of 5 or more people. Food is great.service was good. It was a weekend so it was crowded.

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FAQs

Cafe Emilia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 429-1410.

Cafe Emilia is rated 4.7 stars by 715 OpenTable diners.

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

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  2. United States
  3. New Jersey
  4. Somerset
  5. Bridgewater

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 2 times today
Google Map for Cafe Emilia

705 Rte. 202, Bridgewater, NJ 08807

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Charlotte Dr E
  • Neighborhood
    Bridgewater
  • Hours of operation
    Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 10:00pm Saturday: 4:00pm - 11:00pm Sunday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Formal Attire
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Delivery, Takeout
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