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Stella Restaurant, Ventnor, NJ

Stella Restaurant

4.9
4.9
889 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 11 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Romantic
Stella is a BYOB offering chef driven quality ingredients in a relaxed casual atmosphere. Owned by father-son team, Nicholas and Vincent LoBianco, Stella Restaurant has earned the reputation of personable service ​and excellent food over 20 years of being in business. Named Top 100 Restaurants in the United States in 2023, Stella features unique menus in a classy supper club environment.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (609) 350-6493
  • Website
    http://www.stellaventnor.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Nicholas LoBianco
  • Catering
    Please call and speak to Vincent regarding any private or catered events.
  • Private party facilities
    Please call and speak to Vincent regarding any private or catered events.
  • Location
    7303 Ventnor Ave, Ventnor, NJ 08406
  • Neighbourhood
    Ventnor City
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Martindale and Washington Ave ON Ventnor Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout

Menu

Appetizers

  • Bread ServiceUS$5.00

    warmed levain, tomato bread, softened butter, pesto, maldon salt

    • SoupUS$12.00

      roasted tomato bisque, pesto drizzle, havarti croute

      • MusselsUS$20.00

        PEI mussels, fennel-leek white wine broth, artisan bread

        • Stuffed DatesUS$16.00

          medjool dates filled with goat cheese, toasted almonds, bacon

          • MeatballsUS$16.00

            PBV meatballs, soft polenta, fontina, pomodoro, locatelle

            • BurrataUS$18.00

              creamy filled fresh mozzarella, warmed caponata, gremolata, eva, bread

              Salads

              • Labne SaladUS$16.00

                arugula, yogurt spread, za'atar, artichokes, roasted peppers, olives, shaved pecorino

                • CaesarUS$16.00

                  romaine, toasted herbed breadcrumbs, shaved pecorino, lemon-garlic dressing

                  • Stella Chopped SaladUS$17.00

                    fresh greens, radicchio, tomato, soppressata, gorgonzola, red onion, house dressing

                    • Grilled RomaineUS$17.00

                      charred romaine, pesto, balsamic vinegar, goat cheese, smoked bacon

                      • White AnchoviesUS$1.00
                      • ChickenUS$4.00
                      • ShrimpUS$8.00
                      • SalmonUS$20.00

                    Sides

                    • Roasted LongshotsUS$10.00

                      • Braised Broccoli RabeUS$10.00

                        • Warmed CaponataUS$10.00

                          • Pasta PomodoroUS$10.00

                            Mains

                            • EggplantUS$26.00

                              egg battered eggplant, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, ricotta, arugula garni, pecorino

                              • Housemade Sausage & OrecchietteUS$28.00

                                small ear shaped pasta, sweet sausage, pomodoro, locatelle

                                • Chicken CotolettaUS$35.00

                                  herb & bread encrusted, fresh mozzarella, prosciutto & spring peas, spicy rosa sauce

                                  • Veal & EggplantUS$42.00

                                    veal cutlet, eggplant, mozzarella, roasted peppers, mushroom, leek-maderia reduction

                                    • Braised Short RibUS$46.00

                                      slow braised short rib, seasonal vegetable, whipped potato

                                      • SalmonUS$35.00

                                        wild salmon, seasonal vegetable, whipped potatoes, lemon beurre blanc

                                        • Cioppino with Spaghetti SquashUS$45.00

                                          fresh fish, mussels, clams, shrimp, roasted spaghetti squash, tomato-seafood broth

                                          • Halibut & CrabUS$46.00

                                            seared halibut, jumbo lump crab, caponata, spinach, lemon beurre blanc

                                            • Low Country ShrimpUS$42.00

                                              sautéed shrimp, smoked bacon, roasted tomato, shiitake, garlic, lemon, creamy polenta

                                              • Clams with Squid Ink TonarelliUS$38.00

                                                littleneck clams, tomato confit, white wine-garlic broth, squid ink long pasta

                                                • Spicy Vodka Rosa Rigatoni

                                                  half 13 / entree 28

                                                  • HalfUS$13.00
                                                  • EntreeUS$28.00

                                                • Cacio e Pepe Linguini

                                                  half 13 / entree 26

                                                  • HalfUS$13.00
                                                  • EntreeUS$26.00

                                                Last updated: October 15, 2024

                                                What 889 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
                                                • 4.8Service
                                                • 4.7Ambience
                                                • 4.6Value

                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                Loved For

                                                • New Jersey

                                                  Contemporary American

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Best Overall

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Best Food

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Best Service

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Best Ambience

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Best Value

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Healthy

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Neighbourhood gem

                                                • Atlantic

                                                  Romantic

                                                Review summary

                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                Stella Restaurant is a gem at the Jersey Shore, known for its "delicious food" and "attentive service." Diners rave about the "impeccable" dishes like halibut with crab and veal with eggplant. The cozy, supper club atmosphere and BYOB policy add charm, making Stella a favorite for unforgettable dining experiences.

                                                889 Reviews

                                                1. Jeffrey

                                                  VIP

                                                  Philadelphia

                                                  7 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  7 reviews

                                                  Dined 6 days ago

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  As always, the service and food were excellent! The menu is consistent and all menu items are delicious. Desserts are solid and shareable. We can’t come here enough, especially during the off-season - so lucky to live just 3 blocks away.

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                                                2. JOSEPHINE

                                                  New York City

                                                  24 reviews

                                                  4.0

                                                  24 reviews

                                                  Dined on December 14, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                  2. Food 4
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 4
                                                  the Salmon was outstanding. Cheese and pepper pasta was very good, but little more pepper would have been desired. Grilled Romaine was nice. I prefer a little balsamic, but enjoyed the dressing that was served. it was nice that the caesar salad was chopped. tasted great. My halibat with crab was excellent. I would order any of the items again.. I am sorry we were too full for desserts - they sounded realy good too. We enjoyed the flashed photos of celeb from the past.

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                                                3. Joy

                                                  VIP

                                                  Atlantic City

                                                  27 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  27 reviews

                                                  Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Best restaurant for food and presentation, especially when you crave a cozy environment on a chilly night in December. Love Stella’s

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                                                4. John

                                                  Washington DC

                                                  1 review

                                                  5.0

                                                  1 review

                                                  Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  The food was absolutely delicious and piping hot. Great ambience- perfect for date night or couples night out. I had a minor issue with my leftovers being mistakenly thrown away and the owner of the restaurant personally called me to remedy the situation- offering to make me a replacement meal. Very impressed with this restaurant and their dedication to standing by their product. Highly recommend.

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                                                5. John

                                                  Philadelphia

                                                  17 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  17 reviews

                                                  Dined on December 6, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Food quality , choices, plate presentation, service excellence!

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                                                6. Nicolas

                                                  Philadelphia

                                                  8 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  8 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 24, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Great vibe!!!! Incredible food and professional service! Highly recommend

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                                                7. JoeM

                                                  Philadelphia

                                                  19 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  19 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  We love this little restaurant! Just the ambiance makes it special but then the food with the beautiful presentation and taste ! It’s a win!

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                                                8. CHARLES

                                                  VIP

                                                  Atlantic City

                                                  74 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  74 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  We had a wonderful meal. The food was outstanding and service was perfect. Highly recommend Stella.

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                                                9. Joseph

                                                  Atlantic City

                                                  36 reviews

                                                  5.0

                                                  36 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 23, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                  2. Food 5
                                                  3. Service 5
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Great food and service. We enjoyed our meals. Dates, Short Rib, Halibut are all specialties

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                                                10. Rita

                                                  Atlantic City

                                                  4 reviews

                                                  3.0

                                                  4 reviews

                                                  Dined on November 22, 2024

                                                  1. Overall 3
                                                  2. Food 2
                                                  3. Service 4
                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                  Ordered 3 entrees: Mussels: tasteless, no real sauce served in what resembled a soupy mix. Eggplant: eggplant that was ‘topped with mozzarella, ricotta and arugula. Without layering the cheeses it seemed just an eggplant dumped with a heavy, pasty tomato sauce. Cacio e Pepe: sauce should be cheesy, and was sitting on bottom of plate. This dish requires a sauce that sticks to the linguine. Linguine: server said homemade, I think it came from a box. Sides; Pasta a pomodoro: pomodoro should be a light sauce. Like the eggplant sauce was heavy and pasty.

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                                                FAQs

                                                Stella Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (609) 350-6493.

                                                Stella Restaurant is rated 4.9 stars by 889 OpenTable diners.

                                                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 11 times today

                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                Google Map for Stella Restaurant

                                                7303 Ventnor Ave, Ventnor, NJ 08406

                                                Additional information

                                                • Cross Street
                                                  Corner of Martindale and Washington Ave ON Ventnor Ave
                                                • Neighbourhood
                                                  Ventnor City
                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                  Dinner Fri, Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
                                                • Price
                                                  $31 to $50
                                                • Cuisines
                                                  Contemporary American, Contemporary French / American, American
                                                • Dining style
                                                  Casual Dining
                                                • Dress code
                                                  Casual Dress
                                                • Parking details
                                                  Street Parking
                                                • Payment Options
                                                  AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                • Executive Chef
                                                  Nicholas LoBianco
                                                • Additional
                                                  BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout
                                                • Website
                                                  http://www.stellaventnor.com/
                                                • Phone number
                                                  (609) 350-6493
                                                • Catering
                                                  Please call and speak to Vincent regarding any private or catered events.
                                                • Private party facilities
                                                  Please call and speak to Vincent regarding any private or catered events.
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