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RISTORANTE IL MONELLO, Peapack and Gladstone, NJ

RISTORANTE IL MONELLO

4.7 (89)
$30 and under
Italian
89 Main St, Peapack and Gladstone, NJ 07934

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Our authentic Italian in Peapack, NJ is prepared by a world-class chef, trained in the traditions of classic Abruzzese cooks. Martino Asagjeka cooks from the heart and takes pleasure in crafting every meal to the very highest standards. He has been a chef for more than three decades, working in some of the finest restaurants and steakhouses in the region, including high-end venues in New York City.

Chef Asagjeka puts the quality of food and the integrity of traditional preparation above all else. He cooks everything to-order using only the best in locally-sourced, fresh ingredients. From making pasta by hand to plating and presentation, everything is as much art as it is cuisine with chef Asagjeka in our kitchen!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    When you book a party with IL Monello, you’re getting a fine dining experience like no other. We tailor the ambiance of our landmark venue into a setting for your most intimate moments and celebrations.We have dedicated party planning staff to work with you, ensuring every detail of your time with us is right. please call to order at 908-470-0005.
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to host an intimate dinner for close friends in Celebrating a pivotal time in your life with your family? IL Monello welcomes you and aims to provide the ideal atmosphere for your special occasion.We offer accommodations for groups of 10 or more. Our party packages are available by advance request only—please call to order at 908-470-0005.
  • Area
    Peapack-Gladstone
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access

What 89 people are saying

RISTORANTE IL MONELLO reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Jersey

    Best Overall

  • New Jersey

    Best Food

  • New Jersey

    Best Service

  • New Jersey

    Italian

  • Somerset

    Best Overall

  • Somerset

    Best Food

  • Somerset

    Best Service

  • Somerset

    Healthy

  • Somerset

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Somerset

    Good for special occasions

  • Somerset

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
RISTORANTE IL MONELLO offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic" food and "great" ambiance, perfect for a quiet meal or family gatherings. Martino and his staff make guests feel like family, with standout dishes like the "fantastic" meatball appetizer. Some guests have noted inconsistencies in service, particularly during busy events.
89 Reviews
  1. Robert

    New York City93 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was slow to start. Appeared to be preoccupied with other things. A person who seemed to be owner or manager intervened and service improved . Waved corking fee as compensation for poor start. Shrimp and pasta had a delicious sauce.

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  2. Carol

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore3 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 31 May 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    The owner/waiter is a very very rude person. We had a 5:30 reservation that we arrived 10 minutes early for. We were looking over our menus for about 5 minutes when he came to the table to inform us that we needed to place our order as he "had a very busy night". He then proceeded to stand there with his pad and poised pen waiting. So unprofessional and unwelcoming. The food was ok - not good enough to overlook this man's attitude. In hindsight, we should have just left.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Don VIP

    New York City46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 May 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish, Martino always goes above and beyond! The food is always the star of the show - We split several appetizers, Meatballs, Salad, Eggplant, Burrata, and Rice Balls - each as equally fantastic! Main's were cooked to perfection and bountiful.

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  4. Suzete

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 27 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service!!! Had an awesome time with my friends!! Thank you 😊

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  5. Karl

    South Carolina1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 12 April 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great Food was fantastic. Atmosphere was quiet. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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  6. Anna31312 VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful dinner last night! Service and food were both amazing. Loved all of the complimentary additions: fresh pecorino cheese from the wheel, zucchini, limoncello! Had delicious pasta and chicken dishes for dinner, and a tiramisu dessert to go. Would love to come back!

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  7. andrea

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints! Il Monello is our family favorite!

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  8. William VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this place for a nice quiet relaxing meal.

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  9. Bryan VIP

    New York City28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were outstanding. The ambiance is great and perfect for date night or family gatherings.

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  10. Don VIP

    New York City46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Martino never fails to impress! He and his staff do an excellent job making you feel like family. The meatball appetizer is fantastic!

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FAQs

RISTORANTE IL MONELLO is rated 4.7 stars by 89 OpenTable diners.

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  3. New Jersey
  4. Somerset
  5. Peapack-Gladstone

Make a booking

2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 3 times today
Google Map for RISTORANTE IL MONELLO

89 Main St, Peapack and Gladstone, NJ 07934

Additional information

  • Area
    Peapack-Gladstone
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:00–14:00 Dinner Daily 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    When you book a party with IL Monello, you’re getting a fine dining experience like no other. We tailor the ambiance of our landmark venue into a setting for your most intimate moments and celebrations.We have dedicated party planning staff to work with you, ensuring every detail of your time with us is right. please call to order at 908-470-0005.
  • Private party facilities
    Looking to host an intimate dinner for close friends in Celebrating a pivotal time in your life with your family? IL Monello welcomes you and aims to provide the ideal atmosphere for your special occasion.We offer accommodations for groups of 10 or more. Our party packages are available by advance request only—please call to order at 908-470-0005.
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