Get Romantic at Scalini Fedeli
Formerly a 260-year-old New Jersey farmhouse, Scalini Fedeli lends an aura of romance with its high ceilings and ultra-polished service. Zagat-rated as a Best Italian choice and a Top Favorite in New Jersey Overall, Scalini Fedeli is beloved by critics and locals alike. Star dishes include its mushroom napoleon, red snapper with a semolina crust, and braised lamb shank. Ask for its pasta specials of the day. Scalini Fedeli's sommelier can make suggestions about wine pairings for all meals. Reservations are strongly recommended for the weekend.
Scalini Fedeli
63 Main St.
Chatham, NJ 07928-2403
(973) 701-9200
scalinifedeli.com
A Taste of Tradition and Local Delights
Raved as "Best of the Best" by New Jersey Monthly and recepient of Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, Catherine Lombardi focuses on its namesake's Naples origins with emphasis on local, organic ingredients. Its dining room is large and spacious, perfect for celebrations. Offering lunch and dinner throughout the week, the highlight is the prix-fixe Sunday Dinner, which highlights the Lombardi family tradition of gathering together. Try the house specialities like the ravioli featured that day or eggplant parmigiana. Save room for its special zabaglione with fruit. Reservations are recommended for the weekend.
Catherine Lombardi Restaurant
3 Livingston Ave.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901-1903
(732) 296-9463
catherinelombardi.com
Surf and Italian Turf
An Italian restaurant with an emphasis on seafood, dinners at Fresco can have the best of both worlds. Take advantage of its raw bar and seafood specialities such as the seafood risotto and fresh Maine lobster. There are plenty of steak, chops, chicken and veal options; try the veal scallopini. It also will plan a party menu for large groups or special occasions.
Fresco
210 Ryders Lane
Milltown, NJ 08850
(732) 246-7616
restaurantfresco.com
