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Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Scotch Plains

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A photo of La Griglia restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2423)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Kenilworth
Booked 18 times today
The team at the restaurant is amazing. The food is great and delivered to the table in short order ( no pun intended). Chris and his team always do a fine job at this establishment. From your first drink at the beautiful bar to the fine dining at the table you can't beat this place for a family get together or a business meeting. I would recommend this restaurant for any true foodies who appreciate the work that goes into this presentation of dining excellence!
A photo of Ferraro's restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(668)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Westfield
Booked 17 times today
The food is consistently good and the wait staff is terrific.
A photo of Ristorante MV restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1094)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Bernardsville
Booked 55 times today
From the pleasant greeting from the valet and then being greeted by the host who made you feel so welcomed you know you were in for a night of unwinding and enjoyment. So many options anyone with any diet issues can eat here comfortably. The high-quality food with nice protein/fresh vegetable portions is absolutely delicious. Thanks Chef As for the dessert & wine list just exceptional. You can’t go wrong with the ambience which has a charm of its own. Now as for the service you can’t ask for any better. Everyone made sure your table had enough water, bread or anything else you needed. As for our very nice waitress Anna, with her warm smile she was a pleasure making sure you got your food exactly the way you liked. Great personality…. This restaurant is a true gem and worth the ride.
A photo of La Pergola BYOB restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1857)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Millburn
Booked 9 times today
The food was delicious especially the figs appetizer, chicken parm, and eggplant lasagna. Friendly and attentive staff. Owner stopped by our table a few times. Highly recommend!
A photo of Focacceria Ristorante restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(650)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Basking Ridge
Booked 11 times today
Wonderful family restaurant and great Italian food. Service was very personable. Only complaint is that it does not serve wine, you must bring your own.
A photo of Garlic Rose Bistro - Cranford restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(929)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Cranford
Booked 11 times today
From start to finish - the Garlic Rose NEVER disappoints. Mark and his Team are awesome, great service, excellent food, outstanding atmosphere, and an exceptional value!!!
A photo of Enzo restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(44)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Morristown
Booked 34 times today
We love this place. Second time we've been there, and it continues to impress. The staff is friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu, the food is fantastic with some very creative specials, and the vibe is lively. Excellent place.
A photo of Sapori Ristorante - Montclair restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(3669)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Montclair
Booked 17 times today
My husband made a reservation here for our wedding anniversary and we were so impressed with the service, the ambiance, the food! 10/10 highly recommend! You will not be disappointed. Also shoutout to our waiter, he gave amazing service!
A photo of Metuchen Inn restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1937)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Metuchen
Booked 23 times today
Everything was absolutely perfect. The drinks were delicious and perfectly made . Our governor server for dinner was incredibly professional, accommodating, knowledgeable, and very friendly. We started with appetizers. I had the blue point oysters that were fresh and absolutely delicious. My partner had the beet salad with orange sections and again it was delicious. We shared a pasta dish with broccoli rabbi and sausage.,  again it was outstanding. We also shared the pork Oso, Bucco ; delicious!! The food, service and ambience are all so perfect!
A photo of Providence Bar and Kitchen restaurant
4.2
Awesome(741)
$$$$
• Contemporary Italian • Summit
Booked 4 times today
The staff was great. So professional and attentive to your needs.

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  • Carly
    New York City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    The service was great, the food was very good. The kids meals came in a little box with a toy which my kids loved. Everyone was attentive.
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    Paragon Gastropub$$$$• American• Clark
    •
    3.9
  • Steven
    Detroit / Eastern Michigan •34 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Wonderful family restaurant and great Italian food. Service was very personable. Only complaint is that it does not serve wine, you must bring your own.
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    Focacceria Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Basking Ridge
    •
    4.8
  • Mike
    Minneapolis - St. Paul •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    From start to finish - the Garlic Rose NEVER disappoints. Mark and his Team are awesome, great service, excellent food, outstanding atmosphere, and an exceptional value!!!
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    Garlic Rose Bistro - Cranford$$$$• Contemporary Italian• Cranford
    •
    4.9
  • Glenn
    Houston •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Taormina Ristorante never disappoints. Chef Sal Taormina and his staff turn out the finest Italian fare anywhere, with fantastic service. Taormina crafts each meal with care - always served fresh, hot and consistently excellent.
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    Taormina Ristorante$$$$• Italian• Union
    •
    4.9
  • Carol-JoGold
    New York City •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 26, 2026
    From the pleasant greeting from the valet and then being greeted by the host who made you feel so welcomed you know you were in for a night of unwinding and enjoyment. So many options anyone with any diet issues can eat here comfortably. The high-quality food with nice protein/fresh vegetable portions is absolutely delicious. Thanks Chef As for the dessert & wine list just exceptional. You can’t go wrong with the ambience which has a charm of its own. Now as for the service you can’t ask for any better. Everyone made sure your table had enough water, bread or anything else you needed. As for our very nice waitress Anna, with her warm smile she was a pleasure making sure you got your food exactly the way you liked. Great personality…. This restaurant is a true gem and worth the ride.
    More info
    Ristorante MV$$$$• Italian• Bernardsville
    •
    4.7
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