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La Griglia, Kenilworth, NJ

La Griglia

4.9
4.9
2101 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 18 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
With a unique combination of sophisticated atmosphere, an extensive wine list, and contemporary cuisine with a focus on seafood, La Griglia offers a taste of Italy far from the ordinary.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (908) 241-0031
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    John Tocci
  • Private party facilities
    We offer three different private dining rooms that can accommodate from 10-70 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Conshay: (908) 241-0031 ext. 2
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What 2,101 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Union

    Best Overall

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    Best Food

  • Union

    Best Service

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    Best Value

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    Great for fine wines

  • Union

    Good for special occasions

  • Union

    Lively

  • Union

    Italian

  • Union

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
La Griglia offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service" and "delicious food." The menu features a variety of expertly prepared dishes, including favorites like Cajun calamari and crab cakes. The ambiance is inviting, making it perfect for special occasions. Regular patrons praise the attentive staff, especially Pedro, and the extensive wine list.

2,101 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal. Always is! Service, food quality, never fails.

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  2. Elliot

    Atlanta Metro

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    This was our first visit having heard so much about La Griglia. Granted there were a lot of parties and families celebrating the holidays but we found the service to be lacking. The hostess showed us to our table, left menus but neglected to provide us with a wine list. Wait staff walked past us for 15 minutes before we "flagged down" a waiter who was clearly displeased that we had the audacity to ask for water and menus. We finally "met" our waiter who ended up being very attentive though it was apparent that he was serving too may parties and tables to be attentive given the reputation of the restaurant. The upstairs dining rooms are drab and nothing special. However, once we got beyond this disappointment the food and fare was exceptional and plentiful. I will definitely go back but will look to a ordinary evening not around the holidays. But I will only be seated downstairs which is nicer, warmer and quieter.

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  3. tharin

    New York City

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time dining at La Griglia, it has always one of our favorite spots. The food as always was excellent. The seating upstairs was perfect, the tables were spread out so we can enjoy our own conversation. Will come back soon.

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  4. David

    New York City

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    5 star overall with the exception of our table being very close to the table next to us. So close in fact that the people next to us commented on our conversation. Next time I will make sure we are not sitting in that location.

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  5. ROBIN

    New York City

    1029 reviews

    5.0

    1029 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We brought friends to dinner at LG. It was our first time dining out with this couple and a first time for them, dining at LG. Pedro was our server, and he was so helpful, to our guests, with navigating the menu and all the added dinner specials. Every appetizer, chilled oysters, fried calamari Cajun style, and endive salad were really wonderful. The regular menu entrees we ordered were perfect, and our one guest ordered the special, black linguini puttanesca appetizer, as an entree, and he just raved about it. The wine and beverage service was seamless, as was the entire experience. In the end, our friends were so happy to have shared a great evening with us, and to have enjoyed an excellent dining experience at La Griglia.

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  6. Lenny

    Atlantic City

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    drove a long way for this restaurant, food was excellent, service was very excellent although we felt rushed a little, but the prices, we felt was too high. Would recommend this place.

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  7. ROBIN

    New York City

    1029 reviews

    5.0

    1029 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Family dinner, with kids and grandkids, and it was a wonderful evening. From the buttered pasta for the little ones, to the Dover sole entrees, Black Sea bass entrees, and superb appetizers, our dining experience was enjoyable with seamless service. Water and wine glasses were replenished, used dishes taken away in a timely manner and table crumbed between courses. LG food and wait staff is the best around.

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  8. Nancy

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding experience all around, delicious food, and excellent and very professional servers. Highly recommend and we’ll be back!!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's been a while since m wife and I have been there but what I can remember nothing has change the service and the foods tremendus always a great time HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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  10. Carolyn

    New York City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner and service. Food was delicious and mocktails were tasty

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FAQs

La Griglia offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 241-0031.

La Griglia is rated 4.9 stars by 2101 OpenTable diners.

La Griglia does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for La Griglia

740 Kenilworth Boulevard, Kenilworth, NJ 07033

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    26th Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Kenilworth
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Thu, Fri 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    John Tocci
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (908) 241-0031
  • Private party facilities
    We offer three different private dining rooms that can accommodate from 10-70 guests.
  • Private party contact
    Jessica Conshay: (908) 241-0031 ext. 2
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