Terzo — Restaurant in Metuchen

We went for dinner on a Friday night as a party of 6. It started all great, waitress (the skinny lady w/piercings) was friendly and nice. Then as we started asking questions abt the menu, she started getting annoyed. We are carnivores so don’t want tomato sauce on our wagyu meatballs or asking to hold honey on the burrata, all easy and reasonable requests. We also had vegetarians who didn’t want bacon on their salads or dip. After that it was a complete different service, she would never show up to the table to take our orders or provide bread to the table or refill water and ice, we had to ask other waiters. As someone who was a waiter in their early lifetime, u always glance to your tables if guests need something. And with gratuity added to the check, she has no intention to provide “basic service” and then the backhanded comments when we ask for small plates or to go containers, she was a big turn off to a night where we gathered to celebrate my wife’s birthday. I had a note on my reservation to celebrate her bday and then reminded her before I sat down but she couldn’t care enough to do anything. Food here was delicious, great vibes but service by her was straight up trash. The other waiters were lot friendlier. Enough places in Metuchen or NJ to avoid service like this.

You wanna be a fancy or upscale restaurant? Learn to provide service like one. Plenty of empty tables, in and out, so u really don’t need a reservation, just walk in and u ll be fine.

EDIT: response to the owner comments, since we getting technical, it was prosciutto on the burrata, we asked to hold the prosciutto and she made a big deal so we went with the dip. She might be the best for everyone, but my review is based on my experience. Bottomline, listening to our requests for too much for her, not giving us bread or water or ice was too much for her and owner makes it clear with their comments. Thank You for your attention to...

It was an unforgettable meal! The pasta was cooked perfectly—long, tender noodles (not broken!)—topped with a rich, homemade sauce that tasted like it had simmered for hours. The eggplant parmesan was a standout: thinly sliced, lightly crisped, and layered with just the right amount of gooey cheese and savory sauce—pure perfection.

The pasta with sausage and peppers had the ideal kick, with just the right level of spice in the sausage to balance the sweetness of the peppers. Every bite was delicious.

Another highlight was the homemade bread, served warm with butter, roasted peppers, and a hint of tarragon; it simply melted in my mouth.

Dessert did not disappoint. The tiramisu was light, creamy, and perfectly balanced. Paired with a smooth, rich cortadito, it was the perfect end to the meal. And let’s not forget the homemade sangria, with an ideal fresh fruit and wine ratio. It was refreshing and flavorful!

Every dish was delicious. I can’t wait to go back! PS: Our waitress was terrific,...

We had a lovely evening at Terzo for my husband's 50th birthday dinner. From the initial booking, it was a great experience. We were a large group, so we had a set menu. They were helpful with special menu accommodations for guests with allergies, as well as offering chicken tenders with fries or spaghetti for kids and teens. When we arrived, they allowed us to mingle for a bit, as some of us live out of state and haven't seen our friends in years. Once we were all seated, they quickly brought out the initial appetizers, which were served family style. Everyone started raving about the food - first the brussel sprouts, then the meatballs, and then the burrata fritti. The staff was attentive and helpful throughout the dinner. Our guests also loved the chicken marsala and the chicken parmesan entrees for dinner. Overall, it was a pleasant evening, and we appreciated the excellent food, great service, and relaxed atmosphere....