The Luigi Veronelli dining guide " One of the Best Italian Restaurant in North America "
Star Ledger " 3.5 Stars "
Zagat Survey "Award of Distinction"
The New York Times " Very Good "
New Jersey Monthly Magazine " Best Italian Restaurant Critic Pick "
Reviewed by michaels9997 on 03/02/2010.
Member since May 2007, Total Reviews: 8 (60 and above, Mendham, NJ)
We had a delightful dinner at da Filippo's celebrating our birthdays. Chef Russo and his wife treat their customers like family, and serve up excellent and imaginative food. We will be returning soon.
Reviewed by NJ Flaneur on 10/25/2009.
Member since December 2002, Total Reviews: 54 (Summit, NJ)
Having recently returned from two weeks in rural Italy, I find da Filippo's even more authentic than on earlier visits. Not only is the food excellent, but guests' treatment by Filippo and family typlifies the approach of a family-run restaurant in Italy. Everyone is friendly but professional. And the kitchen produces some wonderful dishes, such as a beef stew. Not what you expect from an Italian restaurant, but what you actually get in Italy.
Reviewed by albee2008 on 11/13/2008.
Member since June 1999, Total Reviews: 67 (Warren, NJ)
BEST SICILIAN FISH RESTAURANT AROUND
Reviewed by Pelle A Sauce on 11/19/2008.
Member since May 1999, Total Reviews: 207 (Princeton, NJ)
Filippo is a great host; it's like you've been invited to family dinner. Ask him to create a tasting menu for you.
Reviewed by DavideG on 11/24/2008.
Member since October 2002, Total Reviews: 117 (Jersey City, NJ)
Bravo Filippo, reliably the best italian food this side of the Hudson.
Reviewed by NicoB1969 on 04/30/2009.
Member since January 2004, Total Reviews: 2 (Male, 40s, Hoboken, NJ)
Truly excellent... Filippo is an excellent host and offers wonderful suggestions. I had perhaps the best dessert I've ever had - mille foglie - basically a puff pastry with custard that knocked my socks off. I made a "yummy noise" throughout - Young Frankstein fans would have been very happy. Espresso was nice and short too. Felt like I was back in Palermo.Bravo Filippo e complimenti!
Reviewed by CaptSpaulding on 07/11/2010.
Member since November 2009, Total Reviews: 11 (Male, 50s, Short Hills, NJ)
Authenticity is the watchword at da Filippo's, where excellent food, a welcoming atmosphere, and jaunts around the piano keys by the charming owner/host/chef make for a winning combination. Appetizers are very good, meat and pastas are outstanding, and specials can be wonderful surprises. Fish dishes, however, are the crown jewels of the menu, a taste of Sicily in central NJ. Note: service can be weak if a family member isn't in the front room.
Reviewed by susans8869 on 04/12/2008.
Member since February 2007, Total Reviews: 1 (Female, 60 and above, Hillsborough, NJ)
This rivals any NYC restaurant... particularly when it comes to the incredible fish dishes. Filippo is truly a renaissance man, whose passionate creativity and personal warmth is reflected in the food and the ambiance of his restaurant. One of our favorites since the restaurant first opened - we are never disappointed and love to take family and friends to "visit".
Reviewed by DCMaven on 09/28/2008.
Member since September 2003, Total Reviews: 87 (Potomac, MD)
The consistency of this restaurant continues to impress me. It is a family owned place where guests are welcomed as friends of the family. Each course is prepared with care, using top notch ingredients. The veal, for example is top quality and pounded thin. Finally, you can bring your own wine, which keeps the evening relatively moderate in cost. This place is a keeper!
Reviewed by TakeshiY2164 on 10/09/2008.
Member since May 2007, Total Reviews: 1 (Dayton, NJ)
Excellent food and superb hospitality
Reviewed by DogsInSpace on 10/13/2008.
Member since December 1999, Total Reviews: 91 (Somerville, NJ)
the BEST Italian food in the area. ASK Filippo what he wants to make you and be both surprised and delighted. DON'T let the neighborhood of the room put you off --- this guy is an artist
Reviewed by RobertC6704 on 10/20/2008.
Member since June 2007, Total Reviews: 17 (Male, Summit, NJ)
It doesn't get more authentic than this. Tell Filippo what you want (in advance) and he will make it but you'll never go wrong with whatever he has on special. Be sure to bring really good wine o you don't insult the food!
Reviewed by DavidB2384 on 04/04/2008.
Member since February 2008, Total Reviews: 3 (Male, 40s, Basking Ridge, NJ)
This is one of the restaurants I prefer. The food is superb and the atmosphere impeccable. It is by far the bast Italian restaurant in the area...and even beyond. Filippo has a lot of passion for what he does and you can certainly taste it!! Whenever people come and visit, I take them to Filippo, it is my favourite place.
Reviewed by onaipzzaj on 02/10/2007.
Member since February 2007, Total Reviews: 1 (Male, Warren, NJ)
Perhaps the best Italian restaurant in America..these guys take authentic Italian cuisine seriously. The service and decor are also excellent.. The jazz piano accentuates the feel of this fine restaurant.
Jim B.
Somerset, NJ
11/4/2008
A great Italian place in downtown Somerville. The place is "old school" which to me is a good thing. A white tablecloth place, very attentive service, great menu, and BYO.
The chef owner Filippo Russo is on premises and visits with the customers on a regular basis. On our last visit Filippo was handling the front of the house, while his son was in the kitchen. There is a baby grand piano off in the corner which Filippo loves to play.
The owner mentioned that his Dad had been a fisherman, back when he was growing up in Sicily. So fish is a specialty of the house. My wife was very pleased.
Prices at lunch are moderate. Dinner is going to cost you - the menu is listed on their web site.
Reviewed by PaulieGee1953 on 12/14/2006.
Member since June 1999, Total Reviews: 3 (Male, Warren, NJ)
Filippo is the king of Somerville.
Call for reservations 908- 218-0110
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