Trama's Trattoria

Name: Trama's Trattoria
Address: 115 Brighton Ave, Long Branch, NJ, United States, 07740
Telephone: (732) 222-1121
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2054 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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Trama's Trattoria is an Italian eatery located in the West End area of Long Branch, NJ. Chef Trama has a strong following with food and wine aficionados due to his fierce commitment to quality, consistency and attention to detail. Chef Trama uses the highest-quality local, farm to table ingredients according to the seasons when they are at their optimum taste.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 222-1121
Website
http://www.tramastrattoria.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Pat Trama

Location
115 Brighton Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740
Neighborhood
Long Branch, New Jersey
Cross street
Second Ave
Parking details
Municipal parking directly across the street.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Tricolore Salad$19.00
baby arugula, endive, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, white balsamic
Baby Artichoke Salad$21.00
lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, black pepper, parmesan reggiano
Caesar Salad$18.00
romaine hearts, white anchovies, parmesan reggiano, croutons, chili oil
Caprese Salad$18.00
buffalo mozzarella, lucky tomatoes, basil leaves, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt
Garlic Bread$16.00
focaccia, garlic butter, parmesan cheese, red sauce
Autumn Vegetable Salad$18.00
butternut squash, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, toasted farro, aged goat cheese, apple cider vinaigrette
Mama Trama's Meatballs$18.00
creamy polenta, red sauce, parmesan reggiano
Calamari$22.00
cherry tomatoes, baby arugula, lemon crown, red sauce
Mussels$22.00
tomato gravy, toasted garlic, basil leaves, brooklyn bread
Eggplant Parmigiana$18.00
pat's red sauce, buffalo mozzarella, basil leaves

Pasta

$31.00

Rigatoni
italian sweet sausage, english peas, san marzano plum tomatoes, parmesan cream
Orecchiette
broccoli rabe, toasted garlic, red pepper flakes, parmesan reggiano
Ravioli
honeynut squash, brown butter, sage leaves, pomegranate seeds
Fettuccini Bolognese
shaved insalata ricotta, burgundy black truffles
Spaghetti Puttanesca
anchovies, capers, castelvetrano olives, sundried peppers
gluten free pasta$3.00

Entrees

$5 split plate charge

Branzino$39.00
parsnip puree, roasted tricolor baby carrots, kale pesto
Salmon$38.00
black lentils, baby beets, asian pear, lebnah
Halibut$42.00
potato gnocchi, swiss chard, saffron leeks, truffle butter
Fluke Francese$38.00
garlic whipped potatoes, charred broccolini
Veal Parmigiana$36.00
pat's red sauce, buffalo mozzarella, garden basil, side of spaghetti red
Pork Chop$41.00
jimmy nardello peppers, golden raisins, balsamic vinegar, dolce gorgonzola
Chicken$32.00
half lemon chicken, smiling earth mushroom risotto, burgundy black truffles
Prime NY Strip$62.00
parmesan reggiano crust, baby spinach, fingerling potatoes

Sides

$10

Broccoli Rabe / Garlic / Olive Oil
Native Mushrooms / Herbs / Whipped Ricotta
Jimmy Nardello Peppers / Sea Salt / Olive Oil
Fingerling Potatoes / Herbs / Olive Oil
Organic Baby Spinach / Olive Oil / Garlic
Brussels Sprouts / Maple / Pomegranate Seeds

What 2,054 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Jersey - Central
Best Food
New Jersey - Central
Italian

2,054 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
70 reviews
vip
5.0
70 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another exceptional dining experience. We were about 10 minutes early and waited a few minutes until our table cleared. We were seated about 10 minutes past our reservation and the staff was so apologetic for the wait. When seated they gave us a complimentary appetizer for being so patient. We started with a fall fashioned a specialty cocktail and the meatballs with creamy polenta. My wife had the Dover Sole special and I had the veal special both outstanding. Unfortunately to full to try a desert maybe next time. Tramas is a great spot with great food and great service. See you soon
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BeatriceM
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food is always fantastic and Diego at the bar is wonderful
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love dining at trama never disappoints great food great service
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WendyH
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience3
Food and service were great! Apple cider cocktail was delicious. Place was busy, too noisy for fine dining.
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JeannetteC
Greater Boston
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Mussels appetizer was huge and great and the veal parmigiana entree with a side of spaghetti was excellent. The tomato sauce was awesome. We were given fresh warm bread along with olive oil that was also delicious!!
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CarolA
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fish dishes are always really good. Veal parm was also excellent. Service was wonderful - very friendly people.
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JeniferT
Atlantic City
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and we appreciate the wonderful service Shaun provides!
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PP3436
New York Area
98 reviews
vip
5.0
98 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s our home away from home. Has been for many many years!!!
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Sygeee
London
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food is consistently delicious. They change the menu slightly during the change of seasons but with each change comes a delicious new dish
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AimeeH
New York Area
35 reviews
vip
5.0
35 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the new menu additions. The Black Bass was absolutely delicious and so was the white bean soup. Appreciated that it was vegetarian! The chocolate cake was amazing! Also want to thank you for supporting Israel!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Delicious food great service never disappoints love dining at trama
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stacey
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Trama is our favorite restaurant and everything is great!
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ThomasD
New York Area
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great menu/Food/Service. Always consistent. I’ve always had an great experience.
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JMDinNJ
New York Area
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
My husband and I dined here on a Saturday night in the outdoor patio area which was surprisingly covered, open-air with ceiling-mounted heaters - but it was comfortable - on a 50 degree evening. The waiter was very qualified and very overworked. We started with a cocktail - very nice seasonal selections - and were served bread and apps before we were done with our drinks. Apps were mussels (excellent) and burrata (so-so, but I am never a fan, but the waiter recommended it). Entree was pork chop for hubby - who said it was probably the best he ever had (I liked it but the sauce it was served over wasn't to my taste), and I had the halibut which was vey good. Ricotta cheesecake for dessert. All in all, very good, but no Wow factor for me.
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RachelM
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
Went for a couples dinner and food as usual was outstanding. Our waiter, who we have had before was a bit overwhelmed with the number of tables he had but the heated outdoor tables and his sense of humor went a long way.
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KennyM
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of the best Italian restaurants in Monmouth Cty - 4 Stars … always !
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RobertS
New York Area
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great meal start to finish. Good professional service.
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Lss20
New York Area
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food and service were wonderful. It was a cold night so next time I would request not being in or around the doorway. My husband wore his coat the entire meal.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great meal service is great and ambiance as well
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RaymondS
New York Area
5 reviews
vip
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
overall3food2service2ambience3
The Panna Cotta and Cheesecake were great. I hope Pat and Laura can come back and bring their long seasoned experience and make Trama's grreat again.
Trama's TrattoriaResponded on November 3, 2023
Pat and Laura have not gone anywhere. They are very much involved. Pat is in the kitchen most nights. Andrew & Shaun are our two main waiters, then have both been with us since we opened, over 8 years ago.
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FredA
New York Area
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Italian Food. Best around. Have to try it.
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Notme
Los Angeles
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The best! Shaun, Andrew and everyone at Trama’s thank you!
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RaymondR
New York Area
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
5 th time here. Invited friends who we have raved to. They equally loved it.
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Margie
New York Area
89 reviews
vip
4.0
89 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Delicious food in a cozy neighborhood storefront. Excellent service start to finish. We loved the mussels in red sauce and lemon artichoke salad. Tender branzino and mouthwatering fluke.
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Mario
New York Area
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was a special night! The restaurant was rolling with diners coming out for the fund raiser. The auction was was a surprise! The auctioneer/waiter did a great job! thank you pat and laura
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CleanFoodie
New York Area
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We regularly dine here and sit at the bar unless we’re with a group. Great drinks, great service, food is always spot on.
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EstherD
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always the best experience, especially when you have Sean as your server. He’s the best
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MarshaC
New York Area
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
Love sitting at the bar! Diego is the best bartender👍 Mussels are my go to… but everything is delicious ❤️
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MeeMee3
New York Area
160 reviews
vip
5.0
160 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This amazing dinner was enjoyed by everyone in our party. The food and service was outstanding! Not only was this experience amazing, but the Chef/owner Pat Trama and his wife Laura Trama donated all of the proceeds of the evening to the UJA Israel Emergency Fund. This was a wonderful show of solidarity and we love them for it!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
As always ~ Trama’s knocked it out of the park! The food, drinks & service are second to none. Simply the BEST.
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janetj
New York Area
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always good ! Service , food and ambience are wonderful . One of our favorite restaurants
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved my dinner. Will continue to eat there
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Nonna
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience4
The Bronzino was cooked perfectly with a crisp skin. The vegetables were just the right amount all in a scrumptious sauce. The al dente rigatoni had a delicious flavor, but a little more sausage would be nice. The arugula on the carpaccio appetizer tasted as if the top felt off the shaker of salt – too much. Although satiated, the delicious desserts went down quite well. Best of all was the waiter, who had long blonde, hair and electric eyes. I say that because I forget his name. When I arrived home, I called three people and encouraged them to try Trama Trattoria. Personally, I’ll return. There you have it.
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SylviaL
New York Area
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
Had a great experience. Food was great. Was a busy sat night.
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OpenTable Diner
Washington DC
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our favorite restaurant, never disappoints!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
17 reviews
vip
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved everything little Spanish asst girl not so pleasant behind bar. Bar tender great!!!!
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PP3436
New York Area
98 reviews
vip
5.0
98 reviews
Dined on October 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a fabulous experience. Outrage favorite ❤️
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MikeC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 19, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food was delicious. We ordered from both standard menu and specials. One drawback was the amount of wine measured & poured at our table for the price you charge per glass was overpriced.
Trama's TrattoriaResponded on October 21, 2023
Sorry you felt our wine pour was insignificant. However, in the United States, the standard serving size is a 5 ounce glass of wine (or 147 mL). At Trama's we serve a 7oz pour. It is measured in the carafe to ensure every glass is consistent.
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Denise
New York Area
18 reviews
vip
3.0
18 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2023
overall3food3service3ambience3
Fish was good but my friend was not happy with the cook on hers They were very accommodating. Then had to ask for appetizer plates they didn’t bring them ..it was ok pricy and nothing special….
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Diz810
New York Area
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I love Trama every time I eat there I loved everything I ate The food is clean, great quality, portions are perfect, staff is awesome I ordered the roasted fig appetizer , Halibut, and Tiramisu I didn’t feel full I felt satisfied
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
Physical distancing
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff is vaccinated

FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Trama's Trattoria using the Order Online button. Trama's Trattoria also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (732) 222-1121.

Trama's Trattoria is rated 4.8 stars by 2054 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

Nov 30, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

Order delivery or takeout

115 Brighton Ave, Long Branch, NJ 07740

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Second Ave
Neighborhood
Long Branch, New Jersey
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue, Wed, Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Municipal parking directly across the street.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Pat Trama
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.tramastrattoria.com/
Phone number
(732) 222-1121

Trama's Trattoria

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Mussels

Veal Parmigiana

Eggplant Parmigiana

Appetizers

Tricolore Salad$19.00

Baby Artichoke Salad$21.00

Caesar Salad$18.00

Caprese Salad$18.00

Garlic Bread$16.00

Autumn Vegetable Salad$18.00

Mama Trama's Meatballs$18.00

Calamari$22.00

Mussels$22.00

Eggplant Parmigiana$18.00

Pasta

Rigatoni

Orecchiette

Ravioli

Fettuccini Bolognese

Spaghetti Puttanesca

gluten free pasta$3.00

Entrees

Branzino$39.00

Salmon$38.00

Halibut$42.00

Fluke Francese$38.00

Veal Parmigiana$36.00

Pork Chop$41.00

Chicken$32.00

Prime NY Strip$62.00

Sides

Broccoli Rabe / Garlic / Olive Oil

Native Mushrooms / Herbs / Whipped Ricotta

Jimmy Nardello Peppers / Sea Salt / Olive Oil

Fingerling Potatoes / Herbs / Olive Oil

Organic Baby Spinach / Olive Oil / Garlic

Brussels Sprouts / Maple / Pomegranate Seeds

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Physical distancing

Screening

FAQs

Does Trama's Trattoria offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Trama's Trattoria restaurant rated?

Is Trama's Trattoria currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information