Dominic's Italian Restaurant

Name: Dominic's Italian Restaurant
Address: 453 Avenel St, Avenel, NJ, United States, 07001
Telephone: (732) 726-3355
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

52 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Dominic's Italian Restaurant opened their doors for business in 1985. Dominic's specialty is our Southern Neapolitan cuisine. In our Dining Room and Hall, we will provide you with quality service and meals that are rich in flavor. You can enjoy an intimate table for two, or host a larger gathering of up to 100 or more. Regardless of your dining requirements, our goal is to ensure your experience is superior. Since this is a BYOB restaurant located in Avenel, NJ, don't forget the wine! Secure your event in our dining hall for special occasions, business luncheons, and networking events. Also, be sure to check out our catering menu! To keep updated on our live music events, specials, menus, and to sign up for your free birthday dinner visit: dominics-italian.com Frank and the crew are here for you to provide you with the ultimate in dining experiences!

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 23, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

11:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(732) 726-3355

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 726-3355
Website
http://www.dominics-italian.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
453 Avenel St Avenel, NJ 07001
Neighborhood
Colonia
Parking details
Parking Lot
Additional
Banquet, BYO Wine, Cafe, Delivery, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Alaskan Snow Crab Leg$12.00
Tripe$9.00
Clams Oreganato or Casino (7)$8.99
Clams on the Half Shell (7)$7.95
Shrimp Cocktail (5)$9.95
Zuppa di Mussels$7.95
red or white sauce
Mozzarella in Carozza or Mozzarella Sticks$6.95
Spiedini ala Romana$7.95
capers, black olives, garlic oil
Rice Balls (5)$6.50
Fried Artichoke Hearts$7.95
Stuffed Eggplant$7.95
stuffed with cheese
Stuffed Artichoke$8.95
Fried Calamari$9.95
Asparagus Oreganato$7.95
Stuffed Mushrooms$7.95
Broccoli Rabe & Portabella Mushrooms$9.95
Stuffed Avocado with Crab Meat$12.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Roasted Peppers$7.95
Zuppa di Clams (10)$9.95
red or white
Hot Antipasto for (2)$11.00
clams, mussels, stuffed eggplant, mozzarella, stuffed mushroom and shrimp
Cold Antipasto for (2)$9.00
fresh mozzarella, tomato, roast peppers, prosciutto, provolone and salami
Beef Carpaccio$11.00
capers & olive oil
Grilled Pulpo Leg$12.00

Pasta

Spaghetti with Meatballs$13.95
classic tomato sauce and basil
Fettuccine Alfredo$13.95
tossed in a cream sauce
- W/ Grilled Chicken$15.95
Capellini Primavera$13.95
mixed vegetables with garlic and oil
Lasagna$13.95
meat lasagna served with meatballs
Manicotti$13.95
stuffed with ricotta cheese topped with melted mozzarella
Stuffed Shells$13.95
Stuffed with ricotta cheese topped with melted mozzarella
Cavatelli & Broccoli$13.95
served in garlic and oil sauce
- W/ Grilled Chicken$15.95
Tortellini$13.95
stuffed with cheese & tossed in alfredo sauce with peas and mushrooms
Gnocchi$13.95
potato dumplings topped with meat sauce & fresh mozzarella
Ravioli Served in a Vodka Sauce$16.95
choose from 1 of the following: Lobster, Whole Wheat, Shrimp, Pumpkin, Broccoli Rabe, Eggplant, Smoked Mozzarella with Roasted Peppers, Garlic & Artichoke or Cheese
Risotto$16.95
choose from 1 of the following: Seafood with Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Calamari & Bay Scallops, Asparagus, Roasted Peppers with Zucchini & Sun Dried Tomatoes, Shrimp & Sun Dried Tomatoes, Portabella Cremini & Shiitake Mushrooms, Broccoli Rabe & Sausage or Meat Sauce
Linguini with Clam Sauce$16.95
red or white sauce with garlic
Homemade Pappardelle$16.95
wide noodles topped with meat sauce
Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken$16.95
tossed in a creamy white sauce
Cavatelli, Broccoli & Chicken$16.95
served in a garlic and oil sauce
Cannelloni$16.95
stuffed with meat, spinach, ricotta cheese & topped with meat sauce
Baby Cheese Ravioli$16.95
with broccoli rabe, sweet sausage & garlic oil
Capellini dela Casa$16.95
with shrimp & arugula (in red sauce)
Homemade Rigatoni Siciliana$16.95
topped with grilled eggplant, zucchini & fresh mozzarella
Stuffed Rigatoni (Cheese)$16.95
in vodka sauce
5 Cheese Tortellini$16.95
in vodka sauce with arugula and baby shrimp

Chicken Special

$16.95

Chicken Parmigiana
tomato sauce with mozzarella cheese
Chicken Marsala
mushrooms & marsala wine
Chicken Francaise
lemon sauce with pinot grigio white wine
Chicken Capricciosa
pan fried chicken topped with bruschetta and fresh mozzarella
Chicken Piccata
capers and lemon sauce
Chicken Murphy
sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions & potatoes
Stuffed Chicken
stuffed with asparagus, mozzarella & prosciutto served in a creamy vodka sauce with mushrooms
Chicken Caesar Salad
grilled chicken served on a bed of romaine lettuce with Caesar dressing
Chicken Sorrentino
topped with mozzarella, prosciutto, eggplant & mushrooms
Chicken Pizzaiola
mushrooms, peppers, onions & fresh tomatoes
Chicken Saltimbocca
topped with prosciutto and mozzarella cheese served over spinach
Chicken Zingara
roasted peppers & fresh mozzarella
Chicken Cacciatore
bone-in sauteed with mushrooms & onions

Veal

$17.95

Veal Valentino
stuffed with prosciutto and mozzarella in a mushroom sauce
Veal Parmigiana
tomato sauce with mozzarella cheese
Veal Marsala
mushrooms & marsala wine
Veal Francaise
lemon sauce with pinot grigio white wine
Veal Piccata
capers and lemon sauce
Veal Murphy
sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions & potatoes
Veal Sorrentino
topped with mozzarella, prosciutto, eggplant & mushrooms
Veal Pizzaiola
mushrooms, peppers, onions & fresh tomatoes
Veal Saltimbocca
topped with prosciutto and mozzarella cheese served over spinach
Veal Veneziana
topped with bread of fried tomato & mozzarella
Veal Zingara
roasted peppers & fresh mozzarella

Seafood

Alaskan Crab$26.95
Calamari Marinara$18.95
served over linguini
Flounder Francaise$18.95
lemon sauce & pinot grigio white wine
Flounder Parmigiana$18.95
breaded, fried & topped with mozzarella cheese & tomato sauce
Shrimp Marinara$18.95
sauteed with fresh tomatoes, garlic served over angel hair pasta
Shrimp Parmigiana$18.95
fried & topped with mozzarella cheese & tomato sauce
Broiled Salmon$18.95
served in a wine sauce
Salmon Oreganato$18.95
broiled with a homemade bread crumb on top
Tilapia Francaise$18.95
lemon sauce & pinot grigio white wine
Tilapia Piccata$18.95
capers and lemon sauce
Flounder & Shrimp Francaise$18.95
lemon sauce & pinot grigio white wine
Salmon with Fresh Mozzarella & Roasted Peppers$18.95
broiled
Cod Fish Livornese$18.95
black olives, onions & capers
Shrimp Scampi$18.95
Served over rice
Scungilli Marinara$18.95
served over linguini
Shrimp Caruso$18.95
served over fettuccine in cream sauce
Pesce Marechiara$21.95
lobster tail, calamari, scungilli, shrimp, mussels, clams & scallops on a bed of linguini

Steaks & Chops

Pork Chop Murphy$17.95
sweet peppers, mushrooms, onions & potatoes
Pork Osso Buco$21.95
pork shank served over fresh polenta
Steak Pizzaiola$21.95
14 oz. sirloin steak with peppers, mushrooms and onions
Veal Chop$23.95
with broccoli rabe & goat cheese
Steak & Shrimp$23.95
8 oz. Top Sirloin with Shrimp Oreganato served with asparagus and baked potato
T-Bone$25.95
14 oz. topped with mushrooms, peppers, sausage, onions & potatoes
Lamb Chop$27.95
(5) ribs
Surf & Turf$27.95
4 oz. tail with lamb chop (3) ribs
Veal Osso Buco$29.00
served over rice

Desserts

Cannoli$4.50
Spumoni$4.50
Tortoni$4.50
Homemade Cheese Cake$4.50
Frutta Zabaglione$4.50
Tiramisu$5.50
Almond Cake$5.50
Sorbet$5.00
Orange, Lemon, Pineapple or Coconut

Coffee Choices

Coffee or Tea$1.50
Espresso$3.50
Double Espresso$5.00
Cappuccino$5.00

Fountain Drinks

$1.25

Pepsi
Diet Pepsi
Orange
Sierra Mist
Unsweetened Ice Tea
Club
Bottled Water
Orange Juice
Apple Juice

What 52 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.3Ambience
4.6Value

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LoisK
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 9, 2022
overall4food5service4ambience3
Great value Great food always consistent never disappoints many choices on the to pick from even on the special menu.
T
Terp
Las Vegas
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great meal service is the best and the owner frank always there to say hello.
VG
VegasGirl
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 1, 2022
overall4food5service2ambience5
The food was great! However, the service was less than spectacular. We weren’t checked on once after our dinner was brought out to see if we wanted or needed more water (which we did) and it wasn’t exceptionally busy. I’ll definitely give it another chance though since the food was excellent.
AC
ACDC
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on March 18, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience3
Bread was not fresh, but appeared to be day old reheated. Also, prices charges on bill do not match the menu prices. In one case, the bill charge was $3 more than the menu price. Perhaps they should revise their menus.
T
Terp
Las Vegas
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 12, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food always served hot and fresh.The early bird special the best value.
T
Terp
Las Vegas
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service always a hot and good meal.Would advise all to eat here.
k
kathyr
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
A lovely Christmas dinner with family. A wonderful experience from the minute I made the reservation through coffee and dessert!
CB
ClaudiaB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 5, 2021
overall5food5service3ambience5
First time there! Everything was delicious only thing service could have been better. Asked for extra sauce and I finally got it when I finished my dinner. Also couldn’t get refills on our drinks. Other than that I highly recommend this place
GG
GoGo
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is one of the best Italian restaurants that I’ve been at the food is a 10+
T
Terp
Las Vegas
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food always served hot service always great.Good food for a great price.
C
Caprice
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 18, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
We always enjoy dinner at Domenic’s we have been customers for 33 years!! Still gives a Salad with dinner and bread !!! ♥️♥️♥️
DK
DeborahK
New York Area
7 reviews
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2021
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food,service and atmosphere were good!
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 7, 2021
overall4food5service4ambience3
Anniversary
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Biztravlr
New York Area
82 reviews
vip
4.0
82 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2021
overall4food5service3ambience3
First time dining here although I’ve driven by the restaurant many times Viewed the menu online It offered a wide assortment of interesting dishes We had the lemon calamari, sea bass oreganato and shrimp with mushrooms in a cream sauce Each was delicious. Well done chef . Ricotta cheesecake dessert exceeded expectation Service initially was very good but lagged at the end when we ordered an additional meal to go We’ll be back … looking forward to trying other starters and entrees
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Christine
New York Area
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2021
overall3food3service3ambience3
Since Covid, price increased dramatically. They no longer take Entertainment Book coupons. Bring cash as they now also charge 3.5% extra if you use a credit card. Given a choice, Dominics would be my last choice.
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Stifpusher
Philadelphia
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wish they would re institute the early bird specials up until 5 PM not at 4 PM!
MF
MariannF
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 24, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was delicious, the staff was so accommodating and it was extremely reasonable
SF
SusanF
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 17, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding food, service and ambience!! Prices are so reasonable for everything!!
AK
AKor
Atlantic City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 16, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always great service and a terrific meal at Dominic’s
OT
OpenTable Diner
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 11, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Exceptional service and food
JC
JenniferC
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2021
overall4food4service5ambience4
First time at Dominics and we enjoyed the experience. Parking was not clear at first (it’s behind the building to its right) but plenty of street parking. It was a quiet evening, waitress was very attentive and helpful. Courses were spaced out appropriately and we did not feel rushed at all. Loved my lobster ravioli & family had plenty of leftovers 😬 Would definitely return.
t
tonyc
Atlantic City
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 6, 2021
overall5food5service3ambience5
Food was good
M
Maria
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 27, 2021
overall5food5service5ambience5
Honestly the food was amazing. Keep up the awesome work.
BO
BarryO
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 30, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fast service. We were not rushed as salad, appetizers, entrees and dessert we're spaced out so it was an enjoyable experience. Have always had a good dining experience at Dominica.
p
princess
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience3
I found the restaurant by chance and we were very happ. The food was great and the service was great
JQ
JohnQ
Caribbean
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 23, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Consistently excellent!
L
Lisa
New York Area
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 11, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food is good,,,service was very good...would recommend
OT
OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on December 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
We have never been to Dominic’s before and simply chose it because of location and other reviews. They accepted a reservation for our group so that made it easier too. Our group was seated immediately and the staff was extremely attentive to us the whole time. We never had to ask for anything because they were constantly checking on us throughout the meal. Everything was delicious from the tripe, hot appetizer, cold appetizer and clams oreganata to the dinners of chicken parmigiana, seafood risotto, osso bucca, lobster tails & seafood pasta. We also enjoyed many desserts. I would highly recommend this gem we found!
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Beth72376
Atlantic City
6 reviews
2.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience2
Servers were very unfriendly and the food was very bland and just thrown on a plate. Used to be good I don’t know what happened. They need better chefs. Will not be returning
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Bens
New York Area
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on October 17, 2020
overall2food3service3ambience2
Food was average restaurant needs to be remodeled very old and dirty carpet
KB
KathyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 26, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food, nice outdoor seating, good value... We will definitely return.
AF
AnnieF
New York Area
23 reviews
vip
2.0
23 reviews
Dined on September 18, 2020
overall2food3service1ambience2
The restaurant itself was drab and dull; definitely in need of an update. The handwritten poster board on the wall in the dining room didn't help! The waitress was incredibly rude which made our dining experience extremely unpleasant. She barely spoke to us and it certainly didn't go unnoticed that our table was the only table she chose NOT to pour the water for. She literally dropped the plastic water pitcher on our table, spilling a large puddle of it and simply walked away. When we asked for a to-go container she actually looked at us like we were speaking in an alien language!! The only time she actually had a small conversation with us is when she brought us our bill! Too late!!!
DA
DAVEV
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been going to Dominic's Restaurant for 19 years. We celebrate all our families special occasions. The food is always delicious and the service is amazing. Dominic's is not just a restaurant, it feels like home.
ES
EileenS
New York Area
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We've been coming here for years, and have always been very happy with the food and the service. So have the guests that we have brought with us.
AC
ACDC
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience4
Very good food at a reasonable price, with excellent service.
PO
PhyllisO
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food and service were excellent definitely going back
J
Joeiref
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience4
Went to dinner with 2 co-workers. Food was very good, just not exceptional. Portion sized were perfect and great value for the $. I was disappointed in the quality of service. Very "robot like" service with no personality. Felt like we were just a number in the establishment. Took a long time to get our check. Overall I' still rate them very good, but they should work on the service aspect.
m
marab
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience3
What an experience and not in a good way! We went there for my husbands birthday and don’t plan on returning! Besides the mediocre food and service, there was someone using a drill which we were subjected to during our dining. For a place with $18 entrees, the tiny piece of Chilean sea bass on the fish special was seriously overpriced at $31. Daily specials should be marked with pricing like all other entrees.
C
Cecilia
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great meal .. would recommend it to anyone.
AC
ACDC
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
4.0
7 reviews
Dined on January 1, 2020
overall4food4service3ambience3
Very good basic Italian food. Came for the carpaccio but it was not on the holiday menu. Later found out it was one of the specials that night. Would have liked to hear the specials when we ordered but service and food was still good.

FAQs

Dominic's Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 726-3355.

Dominic's Italian Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 52 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

May 23, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

11:00 PM

Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(732) 726-3355

Google Map for Dominic's Italian Restaurant

453 Avenel St Avenel, NJ 07001

Additional information

Neighborhood
Colonia
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Parking Lot
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, BYO Wine, Cafe, Delivery, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.dominics-italian.com/
Phone number
(732) 726-3355

Dominic's Italian Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

Soups

Escarola & Beans$4.00

Minestrone$4.00

Pasta Fagioli$4.00

Butternut Squash$4.00

Lobster Bisque$5.00

Side Dishes

Broccoli$6.00

Spinach$6.00

Broccoli Rabe$8.00

Fried Zucchini$6.00

Escarole$6.00

Appetizers

Alaskan Snow Crab Leg$12.00

Tripe$9.00

Clams Oreganato or Casino (7)$8.99

Clams on the Half Shell (7)$7.95

Shrimp Cocktail (5)$9.95

Zuppa di Mussels$7.95

Mozzarella in Carozza or Mozzarella Sticks$6.95

Spiedini ala Romana$7.95

Rice Balls (5)$6.50

Fried Artichoke Hearts$7.95

Stuffed Eggplant$7.95

Stuffed Artichoke$8.95

Fried Calamari$9.95

Asparagus Oreganato$7.95

Stuffed Mushrooms$7.95

Broccoli Rabe & Portabella Mushrooms$9.95

Stuffed Avocado with Crab Meat$12.00

Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato & Roasted Peppers$7.95

Zuppa di Clams (10)$9.95

Hot Antipasto for (2)$11.00

Cold Antipasto for (2)$9.00

Beef Carpaccio$11.00

Grilled Pulpo Leg$12.00

Pasta

Spaghetti with Meatballs$13.95

Fettuccine Alfredo$13.95

Capellini Primavera$13.95

Lasagna$13.95

Manicotti$13.95

Stuffed Shells$13.95

Cavatelli & Broccoli$13.95

Tortellini$13.95

Gnocchi$13.95

Ravioli Served in a Vodka Sauce$16.95

Risotto$16.95

Linguini with Clam Sauce$16.95

Homemade Pappardelle$16.95

Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken$16.95

Cavatelli, Broccoli & Chicken$16.95

Cannelloni$16.95

Baby Cheese Ravioli$16.95

Capellini dela Casa$16.95

Homemade Rigatoni Siciliana$16.95

Stuffed Rigatoni (Cheese)$16.95

5 Cheese Tortellini$16.95

Chicken Special

Chicken Parmigiana

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Francaise

Chicken Capricciosa

Chicken Piccata

Chicken Murphy

Stuffed Chicken

Chicken Caesar Salad

Chicken Sorrentino

Chicken Pizzaiola

Chicken Saltimbocca

Chicken Zingara

Chicken Cacciatore

Veal

Veal Valentino

Veal Parmigiana