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Victoria’s Tratta Italiano, New Brunswick, NJ

Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

4.3
4.3
131 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
94 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
Victoria’s Tratta Italiano, formerly known as Panico’s, has always been known for its classic and innovative Italian cuisine. With our authentic, wood burning, brick oven pizza, we bake some of the best pizza in Middlesex County alongside our hand-crafted specialty pies and a large menu of casual Italian favorites.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (732) 545-6161
  • Website
    https://victoriastrattaitaliano.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Location
    94 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
  • Neighborhood
    New Brunswick
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine

Menu

Victoria’s Tratta Italiano's menu was last updated on 9/28/2023.

Pranzo

    Antipasti

    • Bruschetta$10.00

      Toasted seasoned Italian bread with diced tomato, red onion, garlic, olive oil

      • Fried Mozzarella$13.00

        Mozzarella with alta cucina tomato sauce

        • Calamari Fritti$18.00

          Buttermilk calamari, alla marinara

          • French Fries

            • -$6.00
            • -$8.00

          • Onion Rings

            • -$6.00
            • -$8.00

          • Garlic Bread

            • -$6.00
            • -$8.00
            • Mozarella$4.00

          • Meatball Marinara$9.00

            • Chicken Strips & Fries$13.00

              • Chicken Wings

                Bone-in or Boneless | Sauce Flavors: Hot, Mild, Garlic & Oil, Honey BBQ, Garlic Parmesan, Original or Spicy, BBQ, Lemon Pepper

                • 6 pcs$10.00
                • 12 pcs$18.00
                • 24 pcs$30.00

              Zuppa & Insalata

              • Italian Chicken Soup$7.00

                Wild rice, onions, potatoes, carrots, celery

                • Pasta Fagioli (Red)$7.00

                  Marinara based broth with cannellini beans

                  • Verde

                    Mixed greens topped with tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, red onions, house dressing

                    • -$11.00
                    • -$13.00

                  • Ceasar

                    Baby romain, shaved parmigiano, garlic croutons

                    • -$10.00
                    • -$12.00

                  • Tomato Caprese$14.00

                    Homemade fresh mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, pesto drizzle

                    • Greek Salad

                      Mixed greens, feta cheese, kalamata olives, red onions, cucumbers, tomatoes, red wine vinaigrette

                      • -$12.00
                      • -$14.00

                    • Dressings

                      Raspberry Vinaigrette, Strawberry Vinaigrette, Mediterranean Yogurt, Port Wine Italian, Oil & Vinegar, Caseser, Ranch, Bleu Cheese

                      Salad Additions

                      • Chicken$7.00

                        • Shrimp$15.00

                          • Salmon$15.00

                            Burgers

                            8oz Pat LaFrieda Burger cooked to order Served with lettuce & tomato

                            • Hamburger$13.00

                              • Cheeseburger$15.00

                                American Cheese

                                • Bacon Cheese Burger$17.00

                                  American cheese, crispy bacon

                                  • Deluxe$17.00

                                    Mushrooms, sauteed onions, provolone

                                    Heroes & Sandwiches

                                    Served on 6" fresh made Italian rolls

                                    • Ham, Salami & Provolone$9.00

                                      with lettuce and tomatoes

                                      • Meatball Parmagiana$9.00

                                        • Chicken Parmagiana$9.00

                                          • Eggplant Parmagiana$9.00

                                            • Breaded eggplant$2.00

                                          • Shrimp Parmagiana$10.00

                                            Sandwiches

                                            Choice of Flour wrap, whole wheat wrap, Half or whole hero +5

                                            • R.A.M. Grilled Chicken$9.00

                                              Roasted red peppers, arugula, fresh mozzarella, side of balsamic vinaigrette

                                              • Crispy Chicken Ranch$9.00

                                                Lettuce, tomatoes, crispy chicken tenders, ranch dressing

                                                • Side of Fries or Onion Rings$4.00

                                                  Brick Oven | 12"/14"

                                                  12" *Gluten-Free crust +4

                                                  • Classic

                                                    Shredded mozzarella, tomato sauce

                                                    • -$12.00
                                                    • -$14.00

                                                  • Burrata

                                                    Burrata, tomato, basil, pesto sauce

                                                    • -$19.00
                                                    • -$23.00

                                                  • Penne Vodka

                                                    Pink sauce, shredded mozzarella and penne

                                                    • -$18.00
                                                    • -$22.00

                                                  • Bianca

                                                    Mozzarella and ricotta

                                                    • -$17.00
                                                    • -$20.00

                                                  • Margherita

                                                    Tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil

                                                    • -$17.00
                                                    • -$20.00

                                                  • Meat Lovers

                                                    Meatball, pepperoni, sausage, bacon and mozzarella

                                                    • -$20.00
                                                    • -$24.00

                                                  • Pepperoni

                                                    Pepperoni, fresh mozzarella

                                                    • -$18.00
                                                    • -$21.00

                                                  • Buffalo Chicken

                                                    Pan seared chicken cubes Buffalo stylye

                                                    • -$18.00
                                                    • -$22.00

                                                  • Veggie Lovers

                                                    Tomato sauce, broccoli, green peppers, onions and mushrooms

                                                    • -$17.00
                                                    • -$20.00

                                                  Pasta

                                                  Caeser or Garden Salad +5

                                                  • Cheese Ravoli

                                                    Ricotta filled ravoli, mozzarella cheese, alla marinara

                                                    • -$13.00
                                                    • -$19.00

                                                  • Cheesy Gnocchi

                                                    Potato pasta, mozzarella cheese, alta cucina sauce

                                                    • -$14.00
                                                    • -$18.00

                                                  • Spaghetti & Meatballs

                                                    • -$18.00
                                                    • -$22.00

                                                  • Create Your Own Choice of Penne

                                                    • Fettucinne, Spaghetti, Cappellini$1.00
                                                    • Cavatelli, Cheese Toretellini, Gnocchi, Whole Wheat$2.00
                                                    • Alfredo, Creamy Pesto, Pink Vodka Sauce, Bolognese$2.00
                                                    • -$10.00
                                                    • -$14.00

                                                  • Gluten Free Penne$16.00

                                                    Choice of Ground Tomato Suace, Garlic and Oil, Plum Tomato Marinara, Butter Sauce

                                                    Pesce

                                                    Caeser or Garden Salad +5

                                                    • Linguine with Clams$27.00

                                                      Garlic white wine sauce, fresh basil

                                                      • Crab Risotto$28.00

                                                        Creamy arborio rice, lump crab meat, spinach

                                                        • Lobster Ravioli$25.00

                                                          Spinach, traditional pink sauce

                                                          • Shrimp & Calamari Fra Diavolo$28.00

                                                            Sauteed calamari, shrimp, spicy pomodoro sauce, linguine

                                                            • Mahi$28.00

                                                              Grilled mahi-mahi, pesto pistachio risotto, grilled asparagus, fig glaze

                                                              • Shrimp Scampi$28.00

                                                                Light lemon garlic & white wine sauce, fettucine

                                                                • Victoria's Salmon$32.00

                                                                  Pan seared salmon, sundried tomatoes, chopped spinach, cannelini beans, onions, rose sauce

                                                                  Last updated: September 28, 2023

                                                                  What 131 people are saying

                                                                  Victoria’s Tratta Italiano 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

                                                                  4.3
                                                                  4.3 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.3Food
                                                                  • 4.3Service
                                                                  • 4.2Ambience
                                                                  • 4.1Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                  Loved For

                                                                  • Middlesex

                                                                    Neighborhood gem

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  Victoria's Tratta Italiano offers "excellent food and service" in a charming setting, perfect for pre-show dining. Guests rave about the "great ambiance," attentive staff, and delicious dishes like filet mignon and chicken Marsala. Though some experienced slower service, the majority emphasize the "amazing" and "cozy" dining experience.

                                                                  131 Reviews

                                                                  1. Crystal

                                                                    New York City2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined 7 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We weren’t sure what to expect, but the food absolutely blew us away! From the moment we walked through the door, everything was amazing. The atmosphere, the service, and especially the food. Every bite was better than the last! We’re already counting down the days until we can come back and try even more from the menu. Highly recommend!

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                                                                  2. Dave

                                                                    New York City3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on April 17, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                    Our server, Sarah B was very attentive and helpful. Our dinners were delicious. We’ll definitely be back!

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                                                                  3. Eileen VIP

                                                                    New York City3 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    Dined on April 7, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                    The food was very good and wait staff attenttive Aso, a. good wine and beer selection. We will come back again.

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                                                                  4. Rich

                                                                    New York City14 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    Dined on April 6, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                    The restaurant separated the bar area from the dining areas, which are several smaller rooms. Quiet music plays in the background. The servers were quiet and attentive. I had the wild mushroom risotto with filet mignon tips, asparagus and gorgonzola. It was excellent.

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                                                                  5. Steven

                                                                    New York City10 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on April 5, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Great food Great service Owners very nice and constantly checking with each table to make sure everything was ok

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                                                                  6. Barbara

                                                                    New York City1 review

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 30, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Great experience great food! Had chicken Marsala awesome! Pasta bolognese was also a hit! Waitress was nice! Did not rush you and asked if we had a show and cares so we were on time! Cute place!

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                                                                  7. Peter

                                                                    New York City1 review

                                                                    2.0

                                                                    Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                    2. Food 2
                                                                    3. Service 1
                                                                    4. Ambience 1
                                                                    Food was ok. Main meal was good. Meatball app had no flavor and was like rubber. Service slow. Asked three times for drinks then they lost our order. One of the wine glasses was not a full serving. Bread brought to table after apps were finished and rolls were burned. Where you get seated has a lot to do with experience. We were in hallway with no character. They need to get act together.

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                                                                  8. Brian

                                                                    Philadelphia25 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Service was very good, food was plentiful / tasty, and the Italian Margarita was amazing!! Some kind expressions by owners at end of meal / evening added to the experience, thank you!! Nice vibes, we were inside by an open window looking out. Thank you for a nice dining experience, will definitely dine again.

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                                                                  9. Jeanne

                                                                    Baltimore17 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    Dined on March 29, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                    We enjoyed our dinner. The setting was charming and the food very good to excellent across 5 diners. It was very busy, and unfortunately our drinks took a while to arrive and at least 1 glass of wine was incorrect (and our server did not seem to know that a Pinot Grigio is a white wine). Then, although we were asked when checking in, and we announced to the waiter that we were headed to a show, we had to wait quite a while for the check and then to pay, and wound up scrambling a bit to get out and to the show on time. Will go back, but maybe not ahead of a show, or with a hope to get a different server.

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                                                                  10. John VIP

                                                                    New York City7 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    Dined on March 23, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Excellent food and service. Perfect dining experience!

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                                                                  FAQs

                                                                  Victoria’s Tratta Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 545-6161.

                                                                  Victoria’s Tratta Italiano is rated 4.3 stars by 131 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                  4. Middlesex
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                                                                  Make a reservation

                                                                  2 people
                                                                  7:00 PM
                                                                  Booked 12 times today
                                                                  Google Map for Victoria’s Tratta Italiano

                                                                  94 Church St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                    New Brunswick
                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                    Mon–Thu 11:00 am–9:15 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:15 pm Sun 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                  • Price
                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                    Italian, American, Cocktail Bar
                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                    None
                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                  • Additional
                                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wine
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