Il Leone

Name: Il Leone
Address: 443 NJ-34 suite i, Matawan, NJ, United States, 07747-9506
Telephone: (973) 400-0263
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

79 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

443 NJ-34 suite i, Matawan, NJ 07747-9506

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2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Charming

Il Leone: A Culinary Journey in Matawan

Il Leone is more than just a restaurant; it's an experience. Nestled in the heart of Matawan, this farm-to-table haven celebrates the freshest, locally sourced ingredients, crafting each dish with passion and artistry.

Step inside and be enveloped by the warm, inviting atmosphere. The aroma of wood-fired pizzas mingles with the laughter of friends and family, creating a sense of community and joy.

The menu is a testament to Il Leone's commitment to quality and creativity. From hand-crafted pasta to succulent seafood, every dish is a symphony of flavors, showcasing the bounty of the region.

Indulge in the signature wood-fired pizzas, each topped with a unique blend of seasonal ingredients. Savor the melt-in-your-mouth gnocchi, tossed in a rich, creamy sauce. Or embark on a culinary adventure with the chef's tasting menu, a curated journey through the finest flavors Il Leone has to offer.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(973) 400-0263
Website
https://www.illeonenj.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
443 NJ-34 suite i, Matawan, NJ 07747-9506
Neighborhood
Old Bridge
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Aranchini$14.00
forbidden black rice, monchego cheese
POLPETTE II LEONE$14.00
veal beef Waygu meatballs, tomato, homemade ricotta
LOCAL BURRATA$16.00
cherry tomatoes, roasted capers, basil, crostini
PARMIGIANA DI MELANZANA$14.00
Eggplant parmigiana
FRIED CALAMARI$18.00
With hot cherry peppers
BAKED CLAMS$16.00
Oreganata
ARUGULA SALAD$14.00
Roasted cherry tomatoes, olives, crispy walnuts, shaved parmesan lemon dressing
CEASAR SALAD$12.00
Baby gem, crispy capers, Parmigiano, crostini

Pizze

MARGHERITA$12.00
Pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, crispy basil
VODKA PIZZA$14.00
Spicy vodka, fresh mozzarella, parmesan
FUNGI BIANCO$16.00
Two river mushrooms, garlic
CREWS FAV$18.00
Spicy roni and hot honey

Pasta

SPICY RIGATONI$18.00
Spicy vodka sauce, Calabrian chili
SPAGHETTI CARBONARA$24.00
Bresaola, pecorino Romano creamy sauce
RIGATONI SICILIANO$20.00
eggplant, tomato, onion, capers
SPAGHETTI MEATBALLS$22.00
Pomodoro sauce
RISOTTO FUNGH$22.00
Truffled mushrooms

Secondi

PESCE DEL GIORNO
Chef’s daily preparation
POLLO MILANESE$26.00
Gem lettuce, pecorino, red onions, lemon dressing
WAGYU BURGER$22.00
Wagyu burger, american cheese, caramelized onions, lettuce & fries
CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH$22.00
chicken cutlet, roasted red peppers, arugula, burrata balsamic & fries
BRIANNA’S SKIRT STEAK SANDWICH$28.00
Roasted peppers, fresh mozzarella

Sides

TRUFFLE FRIES$12.00
BRUSSEL SPROUTS$12.00
ROASTED CAULIFLOWER$12.00
ZUCCHINI FRITTE$12.00

What 79 people are saying

Il Leone 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
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Middlesex
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Il Leone in Matawan is a beautifully decorated BYOB restaurant offering a "delicious" dining experience with "fabulous service." Guests rave about the "excellent" pizza, "amazingly delicious" food, and "friendly and attentive" staff. While the atmosphere is lively, it's ideal for those who appreciate a vibrant dining scene.

79 Reviews

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Jessica
San Francisco1 review
3.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Pricey, food could use more flavor, stick with the pizza it was excellent!
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Rae VIP
New York City43 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my 3rd visit to this restaurant. The service is always fabulous. Our waiter Ray was friendly, courteous, and made wonderful suggestions. We enjoy this restaurant. Love the ambience and the food is delicious! We will be back!!
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Brittany
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a beautiful place and amazing food! Also everyone that works there is so nice! Will definitely be going back.
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Rich VIP
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and food the owner is a wonderful person. I highly recommend going there.
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Sandy VIP
New York City114 reviews
4.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
first time in this new restaurant in Matawan next to the Market Place. The inside is very pretty. The waiter came over right away. It is a BYOB restaurant, so he opened the wine and and gave us the specials. The menu is very small and no Fish except for the special which was Bronzino. I had the fish which was excellent and my husband the chicken which was very good. I forgot for the appetizer we had the Octopus which was a very big portion but Chewy. Dessert Choc. Shuffle which was very good. I would go back but not order the Octopus
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james
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
exceptional food and service byob makes it a terrific place
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LisaJ
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food was delicious! Whipped ricotta, fried calamari, filet tips were all amazing! Homemade pasta with shrimp and broccoli rabe special was outstanding! It is a bit loud and definitely not cheap, but overall it was great!
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Denise VIP
New York City12 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 10, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very Impressed with this restaurant, from the décor, to the welcoming feeling when we walked in, to the superb service and the amazingly delicious food!
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Kate
New York City35 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place with delicious food and fabulous service ! Homemade desserts ! The octopus was so tender and juicy , salad is so fresh and light , chicken has a great flavor ,we are coming back next week )
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Arlene
New York City3 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service is perfect!! Food is delicious!! Owner caterers to everyone, always present and walking around engaging with everyone!! I took 2 of my grandsons to dinner(our date night) and enjoyed a wonderful dinner. Definitely one of my favorite restaurants!!
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Il Leone is rated 4.7 stars by 79 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 9 times today

443 NJ-34 suite i, Matawan, NJ 07747-9506

Additional information

Neighborhood
Old Bridge
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None
Additional
Gluten-free Options

Website
https://www.illeonenj.com/
Phone number
(973) 400-0263

Il Leone

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Antipasti

Aranchini$14.00

POLPETTE II LEONE$14.00

LOCAL BURRATA$16.00

PARMIGIANA DI MELANZANA$14.00

FRIED CALAMARI$18.00

BAKED CLAMS$16.00

ARUGULA SALAD$14.00

CEASAR SALAD$12.00

Pizze

MARGHERITA$12.00

VODKA PIZZA$14.00

FUNGI BIANCO$16.00

CREWS FAV$18.00

Pasta

SPICY RIGATONI$18.00

SPAGHETTI CARBONARA$24.00

RIGATONI SICILIANO$20.00

SPAGHETTI MEATBALLS$22.00

RISOTTO FUNGH$22.00

Secondi

PESCE DEL GIORNO

POLLO MILANESE$26.00

WAGYU BURGER$22.00

CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH$22.00

BRIANNA’S SKIRT STEAK SANDWICH$28.00

Sides

TRUFFLE FRIES$12.00

BRUSSEL SPROUTS$12.00

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER$12.00

ZUCCHINI FRITTE$12.00

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