Janina Bistro

4.6

139 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for groups

Janina Bistro is a BYOB restaurant located in Lebanon NJ. We offer unique Italian Mediterranean fusion dishes, including homemade pastas, steaks, chops, fish and other seafood dishes.

Our superb fusion of Italian and Mediterranean food brings our customers a diverse and exciting menu. Our menu features the traditional and authentic specialties of Old Italy, blended with innovative and inspired dishes rich with pasta, fresh seafood and choice meats.

Our menu is like no other. Offering unique daily specials, we constantly feature new items so each time you choose to dine with us, we give you a greater variety of selections to help broaden your Mediterranean horizons.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(908) 840-4107
Website
http://www.janinabistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
We cater for any type of occasion. Full Trays and Half Trays for any of the items on our menu. See our menu at: janinabistro.com
Private party facilities
Baby Shower, Bridal Shower, Baptism, Confirmation, Graduation Party, Retirement Party, you name it we Host it! With our main dining room which fits up to 75 people, you can have our Restaurant space to yourself and your family & friends, and host your Event privately.

Location
1220 Route 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833
Neighbourhood
Lebanon
Cross Street
We are located on route 22 west, close to the Bourbon liquor store.
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 139 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Hunterdon
Best Service
Hunterdon
Best Ambience
Hunterdon
Best Value
Hunterdon
Good for groups
Hunterdon
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Janina Bistro consistently delights with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Patrons love the "beautiful renovations" and the welcoming atmosphere, often feeling like family. While some dishes may need more seasoning, the overall experience is cherished, with highlights including attentive staff and the BYOB option. Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.

139 Reviews

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richard
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
love the new look of the place and the updated menu
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gary
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We have been dining at this Bistro for many years -always been very good food This past Saturday, the restaurant had a new menu. The meatball appetizer was very bland, as was the sauce contained in the dish - perhaps they need to add some garlic, onion and celery. The entree - a pasta dish with shrimp and scallops - also very bland. The scallops were faux scallops, I guess made from several seafood/fish by products - lacking taste and texture. We plan on returning in the near future and hope that they have addressed the lack of seasoning in their food. We go to the Bistro about ten times a year, the people are great and the service, top notch.
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Van
New Jersey
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My wife and I went there for Valentine’s Day 2025 for dinner. We’ve been there before a couple years ago, shame on me for not going back sooner. Everything was perfect; food was delicious and service was great for a holiday. My only suggestion, get a host/hostess for holidays and/or weekends.
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Pamela
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place and the new renovations are beautiful! And although some of our favorite menu items are gone - as with the new chef came an entirely new offering - all of the dishes we tried were wonderful. Of course it is the service and Ari always treating us like family that definitely makes us come back time and time again.❤️
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Merry Lee
VIP
New Jersey
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
If your looking for a nice night out where the quality of the food is good, the portions fair, and you're not spending a fortune, we highly recommend Janina's. A plus is this restaurant is a BOYB. Enjoy.
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Elizabeth
New York City
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
It was such a busy night and I was very happy that they accommodated us. I appreciate the clean, pressed white tablecloths , fresh bread,, and professional service.
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carol
Pittsburgh
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, pleasant ambance, cheerful service, reasonable price, BYOB
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Eileen
Washington DC
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food is always delicious. The service is attentive and friendly.
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Jeffrey
VIP
New York City
86 reviews
4.0
86 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very pleasant and reliable neighborhood restaurant. Solid food. Very friendly and professional service
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Steve
New York City
62 reviews
4.0
62 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great find with consistency in both food and quality of service. It’s BYO but there is a liquor store next door with a decent selection. You won’t be disappointed!
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FAQs

Janina Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (908) 840-4107.

Janina Bistro is rated 4.6 stars by 139 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

1220 Route 22 West, Lebanon, NJ 08833

Additional information

Cross Street
We are located on route 22 west, close to the Bourbon liquor store.
Neighbourhood
Lebanon
Hours of Operation
Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cafe, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

Website
http://www.janinabistro.com/
Phone number
(908) 840-4107
Catering
We cater for any type of occasion. Full Trays and Half Trays for any of the items on our menu. See our menu at: janinabistro.com
Private party facilities
Baby Shower, Bridal Shower, Baptism, Confirmation, Graduation Party, Retirement Party, you name it we Host it! With our main dining room which fits up to 75 people, you can have our Restaurant space to yourself and your family & friends, and host your Event privately.

Janina Bistro

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 139 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Janina Bistro offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Janina Bistro restaurant rated?

Is Janina Bistro currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

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