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Donatella's Ristorante

4.5 (970)
$30 and under
Italian
12 Tappan Rd, Harrington Park, NJ 07640

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Donatella's Ristorante is located in Harrington Park, NJ.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Paolo Adimari
  • Catering
    Donatella's Ristorante can cater your next event!
  • Private party facilities
    Donatella's Ristorante host privates events for parties of 20-120.
  • Neighborhood
    Closter
  • Cross street
    Arcadia Ct & Demarest Plc.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 970 people are saying

Donatella's Ristorante 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

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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Bergen

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Bergen

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Donatella's Ristorante offers a beautiful ambiance and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the "phenomenal staff" and attentive service, especially from managers Fabian and Donny. The restaurant impresses with generous portions and delicious dishes, including standout items like the "calamari" and "stuffed artichoke." Despite occasional service hiccups, many patrons declare it a "hidden jewel" and a favorite for special occasions.
970 Reviews
  1. Carrie

    Austin11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, phenomenal staff, and a wonderful experience overall! However, we weren’t super impressed with our food. The smoked mozzarella put on the chicken was so overpowering, that all you could taste was smoke in the dish. I’m also not so sure about the fettuccine crema, as it tasted like I was just eating heavy cream and lacked flavor. I would definitely give this place another try, and I’m not sure if it’s just what we ordered that we didn’t care for, or if the food isn’t the best especially for the price point 

    1 person found this helpful

  2. John VIP

    New York City32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very pleasant staff and food was spectacular. Ambiance is beautiful.

    2 people found this helpful

  3. Philip VIP

    Philadelphia County11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great restaurant, would definitely recommend. Everyone enjoyed their entrees.

    2 people found this helpful

  4. Raymond VIP

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The manager, Fabian, was both helpful, knowledgeable, and respectful. He was always checking to see if our expectations were met and if there was anything additional that we needed. The food, the service, and the ambiance were all excellent!

    2 people found this helpful

  5. Steven VIP

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent all around, food, service, value, ambiance

    2 people found this helpful

  6. Mary Beth VIP

    Philadelphia County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time at Donatella this past weekend. We've been there many times before but they were truly exceptional this week. It seems they're focusing on customer service and satisfaction, and it really shows. We felt welcomed, pampered and valued as a customer. If you haven't been to Donatella in a while, go back, you won't be disappointed!

    2 people found this helpful

  7. maddy VIP

    New York City23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a great dining experience at Donetella’s and we love bringing new friends with us! Donny, the owner, is always seen walking around and greeting his guests. The manager Fabian is always wonderful and so friendly! He always welcomes and greets us and checks multiple times during the dinner that everything is going well. That personal touch from both of them always makes dinner more enjoyable.  Last night our waiter Nick was terrific! He was very friendly and attentive. He brought our appetizers and dinner in a timely manner. The portions are large and the food is always delicious. I highly recommend Donatella’s. I can’t wait to go back!

    2 people found this helpful

  8. David VIP

    New York City53 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience from the time we walked in until we departed. Great bartender, professional wait staff, excellent food at reasonable prices. Our first visit will not be our last!

    2 people found this helpful

  9. Masud VIP

    New York City2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Appetizer where mediocre but main courses were good even though I got the wrong steak. I had to wait about 20 minutes while my wife and kids were eating. No one came to apologize. Actually they didn’t even realize until we get the check with filet mignon on it. In fact I ordered New York strip at the beginning before you order anything one of the manager came and asked how was everything that’s about it. Nobody check back in between appetizer through research water service wine service was bad. Our main course came before our appetizer was cleared. My expectation was not that high about this restaurant, but this is Willow average I wouldn’t give them my business anymore.

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  10. Richard VIP

    New York City97 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was out of this world and the service was excellent. Pricey though!

    2 people found this helpful

FAQs

Donatella's Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (201) 767-4244.

Donatella's Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 970 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Donatella's Ristorante

12 Tappan Rd, Harrington Park, NJ 07640

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Arcadia Ct & Demarest Plc.
  • Neighborhood
    Closter
  • Hours of operation
    Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Paolo Adimari
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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