Amarone — Restaurant in Teaneck Township

Living in Bergen County, NJ, close to Manhattan, there are many options for Italian food.

Opened in 1998 across the street from the Holy Name Hospital on Cedar Lane in Teaneck, we decided on dinner here as first-timers for some of us inside a renovated carriage house. Parking is limited in front of the restaurant, but one can park on a nearby side street or across the street in a parking lot. We had dinner reservations for a party of 7 on Saturday night by calling the main line to Amarone, clearly popular with the locals.

Upon arrival at this small, quaint establishment, my partner, our friends and I were greeted by one of the owners and seated promptly in one of their dining rooms at a table covered with white tablecloth. The vibe was relaxed with dim lighting.

The menu is varied, serving authentic and traditional Northern Italian fare. There’s a separate menu of the day’s specials. For appetizers, we decided on some specials consisting of Fried Zucchini Flowers, Pear Salad, Oyster Cocktail, Homemade Crab Cake, Calamari Fritti, and Mista Salad. Our main entrees were Lasagna, Linguini Vongole, Beef Meatballs, and Penne Con Carciofi.

Complimentary bread started our meal. The food was expertly prepared to perfection. The ingredients used were fresh, and those flavors were familiar and comforting. The pastas were perfectly cooked, and the sauces were rich and delightful. Portions were spot on.

After our meal, the staff brought a complimentary pumpkin tartufo with a lit candle to celebrate a friend’s birthday.

The restaurant management made sure one felt at home, and the owners Nick and Nick would check on us periodically. Our server Juan Carlos was knowledgeable, attentive, and accommodating. The prices weren't really for budget-sensitive patrons. Yet at the same time, they were quite reasonable, especially given the overall excellence of the dining experience.

If you haven't been here, you should. If you have, then you need to come back again, and we can...

I took my wife here for our anniversary yesterday. First of all, it is six minutes from our house, and I had no idea it was there, so a secret they probably don't want kept. The restaurant from the second you get there is different - it's in a little house, and you walk through a little courtyard-type entrance to get to the front door, and there are tables outside. Inside, the the restaurant is not small, because there are two decent sized dining rooms, but it still manages to feel super cozy and intimate. The service was exemplary and everyone who waited on us was not just great at their job, they were all super nice, and full of good humor. Bread was warm, (always a great sign) and the menu is extensive, but not too extensive. They have many of the old standard favorites (like chicken marsala) but they also had a lot of very fantastic sounding items that are fairly unique. My dish was Pollo Fantasia which was sautéed chicken breast with a mushroom sauce with sundried tomatoes, and it was damn near perfect. Portion sizes were generous. The pasta my wife and I shared was delicious, as was the pear salad. We ordered a chocolate lava cake to share and they also brought us a free Tiramisu which was decorated to celebrate our anniversary - a very nice and warm gift from them. Overall, it was an absolutely wonderful meal (and I grew up in Northern Italy, so I am not easy, by any means). We will be back within a couple of weeks - and I will have to decide if I want to have the Pollo Fantasia again, which I have been dreaming about, or take a chance on something else. Decisions, decisions! Oh, I have ONE complaint - I think the table would have been cosier and more romantic if it had a candle....and that's all I can think of. (hint, hint, guys) Thank you for a...

A Teaneck Gem: Amarone Delivers Authentic Italian Delight Amarone Italian Restaurant in Teaneck is a must-try for anyone craving high-quality, authentic Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting setting. My recent dinner here was a memorable culinary journey, with every dish shining in its own right. We started with two excellent appetizers. The calamari was perfectly prepared—tender on the inside with a light, crisp exterior, demonstrating a masterful touch in the kitchen. Following that, the fresh bruschetta was vibrant and simple, featuring ripe, juicy tomatoes and fresh basil atop perfectly toasted bread, a true testament to the quality of their ingredients. For the main course, the table sampled a wonderful variety. The Farfalle di Salmone was a creamy, savory hit, combining tender pasta with flaky, rich salmon in a well-balanced sauce. The Black Linguine Tuttemare was a stunning dish, featuring jet-black linguine loaded with a generous and fresh medley of seafood—a true taste of the ocean. For a classic favorite, the Chicken Parm was executed flawlessly: the chicken was pounded thin, breaded perfectly, and smothered in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce and high-quality mozzarella. While all the savory dishes were superb, the evening’s clear champion arrived with dessert: the Pistachio Cheesecake. This is a dish that deserves a spotlight. If you visit Amarone, do not skip this incredible treat. From the appetizers to the show-stopping dessert, Amarone Italian Restaurant offers a delicious and satisfying dining experience. The quality of ingredients, the execution of classic dishes, and the unforgettable pistachio cheesecake make this Teaneck spot a place I highly recommend and can't wait to...