BOSCHETTO

I found your new dinner spot! Think luxury, but make it effortless. It’s giving elevated Italian with a warm, intimate vibe that feels just as good as it looks. The food is a 10 out of 10! The stars of the show last night was the Amatriciana & Maiale Milanese. The restaurant is no fuss, you order at the counter and you sit wherever you want. The food is fresh and service is fast! I’ll for sure be back. It’s also BYOB!

A spectacular experience. No frills - great concept where u order at a counter. And the food…. Mama Mia!!! The mussels were divine. Broccoli Rape to sing for and the rib eye steak was truly spectacular. The ice cream was very Italian with nuts and not sweet - just perfect I wish I photographed everything but I was too busy eating!!

I came here for a solo dinner date and it was amazing! Even on a busy Saturday night the service was impeccable. I ordered the pasta zozzona and the vanilla gelato, both of which I highly recommend. My food came out incredibly fast and the staff were very attentive. The free parking is a major plus. I’ll definitely be back!

This is an interesting Italian restaurant. While it is dine in and take out, you order first and then sit at the table while your order is getting ready. The food quality is very good. The prices are a bit high, but overall it is good restaurant. There is enough parking and usually there is no wait.

I’m really not a fan of this concept. Servers were great, I really did not like the gentleman that took the order, there were two couples behind me and I felt rushed because he kept giving me attitude. And comparing to the quality of the food, I think it’s way too expensive. You feel like you’re spending $200 dinner in Chipotle once you are done eating. Food: Pizza Bianca 10/10 Pizza Funghi 9.5/10 Calamari & Shrimp Fry 6/10 Arugula salad 10/10 Eggplant Parm 10/10 Great food - not so organized team, and honestly bad attitude. If you can’t handle with stress, maybe you should not take orders. He even gave atittude to one of the servers, which is not very nice - It’s Montclair. Also- The Cleanest and the cutest bathroom that I have ever seen in my life. I won’t probably come again, for dine in.

I had a great experience at this Italian restaurant today! From the moment I walked in, everything felt smooth and easy. There was no wait time at all, which was a pleasant surprise. The space was super clean and inviting, with a casual and modern vibe. You place your order at the front desk, and then they bring the food directly to your table, which makes the service feel both efficient and friendly. The food itself was delicious, fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with quality ingredients. I ordered a pasta dish and it was perfectly cooked, with a rich sauce that wasn’t too heavy. Everything came out quickly, but nothing felt rushed. It’s clear they prioritize both speed and quality, which is not always easy to find. Another plus is the convenience. You can dine in or order to-go if you’re in a hurry. There’s plenty of parking available, and although you have to use the Honk app to pay, the restaurant validates your parking, which is a huge bonus. Overall, it was a great experience, simple, tasty, and convenient. I’d definitely recommend this spot if you’re looking for a casual Italian meal done right. Go check it out!

This place is truly exceptional, offering comfort food that is not only quick and extremely tasty but also chic. We sampled a few appetizers, some pasta dishes, and their seafood risotto, which was outstanding. The restaurant was packed, and it's clear why - the food is delicious, the service is top-notch, and the ambiance is great.

I ordered takeout the other day and was worried about how well the food would reheat, but Rob gave me some easy tips on how I should do it and it turned out to be amazing. Everyone loved the food. Maybe try to do some catering menu items - the food is too good to not be able to have at home with friends and family when hosting!

This place has a really cool concept. They do fresh pasta and brick oven pizza where you order at the counter and then take a number and they bring you your food so it is a quick casual concept. The staff are really nice. They always make sure you have a full glass of water. For dinner, I got the pasta, pictured and pizza and my friend ordered the dessert for us with vanilla gelato. Everything was delicious. Also I think it's important to know that the food also heats up very well. The next day for leftovers which doesn't always happen with other places you go to overall I would recommend.

I found a gem in Montclair! Boschetto is an Italian restaurant with a clean and contemporary interior, a large outdoor patio, and excellent service. The idea of Fine Fast Casual appealed to owners Ryan Held, 44, and Robert Spina, 46, when they opened Boschetto back in August of 2023. After placing your order at the front counter, you'll be given a number that you'll place on your table. In a few minutes, you'll be visited by their service staff with your order. The staff was exemplary, always smiling, and quickly accommodated every request we had. I ordered a "Mexican Coke" and it was VERY GOOD! It is sweetened with cane sugar instead of the high-fructose corn syrup. I even let a bee have a taste and he loved it. We started with the Arugula & Cheese Salad. This was large enough to share, the mixture of ingredients were perfect, and is highly recommended. We shared two Boschetto pies (tomato, mozzarella, and basil). This pie was EXCEPTIONAL. I enjoyed every bite and it was created to perfection. I highly recommend Boschetto and am certain that they will have a successful business.

Maybe a little cafeteria like, but very need and clean. You order when you walk in and find a table/seat. A server will bring your order out when it's ready. Works well. The Arugula salad is very good and the Frito misto (calamari) is also excellent. The pasta's are fantastic! We've tried the (Amatriciana} (bucatini, guanciale (pork) and chili and the "Gricia" (rigatoni, guanciale, pecorino) so far and they are both amazing! Pasta's as good as anywhere in NJ, I would say. What could be better!? Oh yeah! It's a BYO!

We were in the area and were looking for a good casual place to eat and stumbled upon Boschetto. This super modern and clean Italian restaurant located on Grove street offers a counter service. When you enter you place your order, take a number and pick where you'd like to sit. They do offer high chairs and have a kids pasta menu (you just have to ask). We ordered the arugula salad, zucchini chips, calamari platter, a pasta and pizza to try. The arugula salad was great, it was zesty and fresh. The zucchini chips (zucchine frite) was my absolute favorite of the meal. The chips were so delicious and I hate zucchini. The sauce resembles a hummus but it was zesty and sour. The calamari platter had calamari, shrimp, and zucchini with a marinera sauce. I think it just needed to be a little saltier and it would have been perfect because the crispiness was there. The amatriciana pasta was also good, the server recommended it. It was a little spicy and very flavorful. We tried the summer special pizza, I forget the name but it has peach and prosciutto topped with arugula and hot honey. It was very refreshing, a bit of sweetness and spice. They make the bread in house and it was perfectly made. No complaints at all. There is a free parking lot right next to the restaurant. The bathroom is spotless too! Very well maintained and the waiters are very sweet.

Boschetto has been one of my favorite restaurants in Montclair ever since it opened. I have visited more than a handful of times for lunch and I'm always excited to try something new while always going back to my favorites. I highly recommend Boschetto for anyone who is thinking about visiting. I will also continue to return time after time.

Food was mediocre, pasta was cold & flavorless! Waste of time & MONEY. I asked for the first picture I wanted that chicken with the cheese on top, but instead I got those red tasteless chicken that I ate because I was already $45 dollars in. Total of my dinner with my family ? $150 including tip . Save yall money not worth it at all

Cute spot with great menu options including freshly made pasta! I enjoyed my bucatini, super flavorful and the smoky guanciale was the perfect complement. I'd love to come again and try their other pastas and pizzas too. The fast casual service makes the dining experience more convenient, making it a perfect spot for lunch or a more casual dinner. There's a parking lot available but it does fill up quick as there's other tenants in the building. But there's easy, free street parking available nearby!

Quick, fresh, and flavorful with no compromises made on execution. We stopped by for an early dinner. Order at the register and plop your number on your table. The place is BYOB and has some other non alcoholic beverage options to choose from. Small-ish space mix of small two seater booth area and some four tops; with outdoor patio for a nice day. Menu is clear, and a good balance of options for each category. 5/5 Vitello Tonato: We opted for the veal which I didn't realize was more of a carpaccio style- DELISH loved all the different texture elements and the flavor profile was well balanced. Simple and delightful. I'm always a fan of a dish where everything has a purpose- not just aesthetics. 5/5 Amatriciana: pasta we ordered the bucatini, el dente perfection with not too much sauce and a little kick of chili. Comfort bowl of goodness. 3/5 Funghi pie, I took away stars more from a personal preference I actually prefer a white pie for this and it had a little sauce that didn't do it for me and micro greens that had amazing freshness but it overpowered it just a tad- again for me personally. Dough was perfection and mushrooms were YUM and plentiful. I would definitely try another option next time. Service was friendly, quick and dishes were piping hot! Fresh ingredients and just felt like Italian comfort in a bowl. Small parking lot for the plaza which hosts other stores along with street parking.

Quick and easy ordering experience. My husband and I tried the meatballs and Boschetto Pizza. The space was small but inviting and comfortable. It was pretty busy on Saturday but we were able to find a table. The meatballs were delicious. Pizza was good. Would definitely return to try more items!

Rlly good fast casual Italian food. Delicious mussels and big portion of them too. Ribeye steak was extremely tender. I enjoyed the sardines on the salad, was lemony. 5/5 highly recommend this spot

Come for Sunday brunch. Asking for table for 6, waitress tells us to order in advance. Alright! we order close to $150 when we pay the POS ask for tipping without any serving. For the courtesy we give 20% & expected a good service in return. However the service was horrendous, they place us a table near entrance across the kitchen and multiple customers walked by, we request change of table & they are unwilling. We asked for wine glasses multiple times & service bear none. The saving grace, the food is decent but unable to tolerate a poor service. Now I understand why they ask people to pay tips in advance because they don't deserve any. We shouldn't pay any tip when people eat at food court.

Absolutely delicious. Every dish was superior. Very much looking forward to returning.

Lovely, friendly staff and comfortable casual atmosphere. Back for a third time and the food was a disappointment. Amatriciana was doused in chili and way too much guanciale. It was so overdone with chili, it was inedible. And I like some heat in my food. Same on rigatoni bolognese- way over sauced. Salad of arugula was drenched in dressing- again, borderline edible. The cooks need to dial back on the saucing and seasoning. Less is more. Aim for subtlety and balance. I'll really want this place to succeed and paying attention to the kitchen and the details of cooking is key.

Boschetto in Montclair delivers where it matters most: quality ingredients, fresh execution, and food that speaks for itself. The bucatini all'amatriciana is bold and well-balanced--rich tomato flavor, perfectly rendered guanciale, and housemade pasta that's got just the right bite. The pesto is another hit--fresh, clean, and not overly oily. It coats the noodles without drowning them, letting the basil and parm stand out. Everything tastes like it was made that day, because it probably was. The pizza dough is worth calling out--light, airy, and crisp without being cracker-thin. It holds up well and doesn't leave you feeling like you ate a brick. The space is clean and modern with a minimalist design that keeps the focus on the food. Ordering is quick and efficient, which is rare for this level of quality. If you care about what's on your plate and don't want to waste time with fluff, Boschetto's the real deal.

Food is fking delicious. Service is on point. Outdoor sitting is spot on for my family with stroller.

First time going couldn't be better . Awesome place !!! Excellent food service and ambiance . Perfect in every way . go and enjoy and Rob is the owner is a good guy ! all the best

New Italian restaurant in Montclair! They've only been open for 6 months so everything looks pretty new. It's a more casual place because they take your order and you pay ahead in the front before seating yourself in the back. The noodle dishes were really good and well seasoned! Tasted very authentic and fresh. I hadn't tasted pasta like that in a very long time. We were told that the pasta noodles were imported from Italy! They are located next to an Italian market so that makes them even more legit! Would come back to try other dishes.

Says open. But not open. :(. Long walk to nowhere. Fix it yelp. Or claim your business so you don't get bad reveries like this one.

My new favorite eatery, so delicious. A very cozy corner Italian fast casual restaurant. Order at counter and they bring food to your table. Very fresh ingredients, all made to order. Really enjoyed the Fritto Misto, very lightly fried served with an awesome ricotta dip. The Shrimp Polenta was cooked perfectly, had a nice lemony bite. I've had the Funghi pizza twice now, very tasty, better with added pepper flakes.

5 stars for the service and how much they care about the clients. We didn't have a reservation (and I recommend you to make one, because they are quite busy) The manager of the place gave a call to the people who were expected to come at 7:30 and asked them if they could come 20 mins later to let us have some time for dinner and not to be in a harry What?!! No one did this before for me at the restaurants. The food is very well balanced. Recommended

We tried this spot for takeout on a weekend night. We ordered via slice and got there about 5 mins after the order was scheduled to be ready. The food was ready but unfortunately the pizza was cold by the time we got it home. The pizza was meh, nothing too special. We also tried the Gnocco Fritto ($9) which were large pieces of fried bread. Delicious but a small portion for the price. We also tried the meatballs ($16) and the vongole pasta ($21). Both of these dishes were warm, well flavored, and fresh. The vongole was particularly well cooked and had a nice portion of clams. Based on the reviews - I'd stick to eat in.

Great service which may have you concerned when you place your order as you tip prior to being served. Nonetheless they did not disappoint. The BYOB which is typical for Montclair is great. You should also try the polenta with shrimp which is to die for.

What a refreshing and tasty delight! We were thoroughly surprised with how delicious everything was. From our appetizers, to the pizza and pasta special, we gravely enjoyed our meals and the freshness of ingredients. We look forward to returning in the summer and having the chance to sit outside while BYOB.

Amazing food - pasta and pizza are light and taste so fresh! Will definitely come back

Arrived at the perfect time of day. Wasn't crowded, you order at the counter, pay then seat yourself. Service was good, food came out quickly. We had the pesto pasta it was delicious! Followed by the chicken parmigiana and pizza with sausage béchamel and fennel. Definitely will come try other things next time.

I overheard people talking at the Farmer's Market about Boschetto. I was hungry, so I drove over and found it, AND there is parking! I love that they call it fine fast casual, a great description. They menu is really good, it was hard for me to decide. I had the fritto misto and the Zozzona. The fritto misto was made to perfection and plentiful. I love orecchiette and the Zozzona fit the bill. Next time I will save room for dessert.

By no means does Montclair have a shortage of restaurants to choose from. I am excited that Boschetto has joined the fold. Here's the scoop, Boschetto is an elegant, modern yet casual place to indulge in Italian fare. Great for dinner with the family or catching up with friends. You can grab a table that suits you, head to the counter to order, pay & tip, take a number and unwind until your food arrives. No pretentiousness vibes here as it's not your typical lunch or dinner service, so just chill. The food taste great and you can tell it is made with quality ingredients, flavorful and its prepared pretty quickly. You are not assigned a server so don't be shy to wave someone over if you need anything. Best part is not extending your visit by having to wait for the back and forth theatrics of waiting for your check and having to pay. You are in control at Boschetto, leave at your leisure but be kind when it's a full house so others can enjoy as well. Only awkward kink here for me is trying to pronounce things on the menu, I'm sure I sound silly but as long as the counter staff can finish my sentence that works. Enjoy or shall I say Gustare!

Modern styled Italian restaurant. Order and pay at the counter and your food is brought to your table. Small indoor and outdoor seating. Dinner order zucchini chips, mushroom pizza , pepperoni pizza, shrimp and polenta. The food is made with fresh ingredients. Well seasoned and sharing portions. The polenta and shrimp were my favorite. Dinner was very busy. There's no where to stand while waiting for a table. Our server was Nate, he was funny and very attentive. The entire staff was but I didn't get their names.

Such a cute place that just opened up! It's very pretty and clean inside. Service was great. We ordered at the counter and asked for some guidance and got plenty of help and recs. You then take a number and sit and your food comes to you. What made the food so great was the quality. You can truly tell that all the ingredients were high quality and that's what makes the difference with Italian food where things are so simply made. We started with the fried zucchini and lemon ricotta dip and it was very light and refreshing. I could see why this is one of their most popular dishes. We got the mortadella sandwich which was simple but delicious. The bread for the sandwiches is made fresh to order from their pizza dough. We then got a boschetto pie which is essentially a basic pizza but tasted delicious. I would def come again!

Outstanding menu and service. Very nice outdoor seating and plenty of parking. If you're in or near Montclair, this is the place to go.

Fast casual is great! You may order at the counter but the service is great. The food is very good as well. Been there twice and tried a few dishes. The pasta is light and tasty. The pizza crust is crispy and the calamari is crunchy. Recently wet to Italy and the food here is as close you can get.

Fancy fast casual type of restaurant. Order at the counter and given a number. Once you've chosen your table (indoor or outdoor), water, wine glass, ice bucket and plate settings will immediately be brought over. They are byob. Lots of high chairs available and the staff was so friendly and helpful. Tried 2 pastas for this visit and they were both cooked al dente and deliciously made with simple ingredients but lots of flavor. Will try some apps and pizzas next time! Parking lot available which is shared with the other businesses.

I need to eat here more. I just took out the Maiale sandwich (Roast Pork, Broccoli Rabe and Provolone). It may be the best Italian sandwich I have ever had. Other dishes are great.

First off they sell Fiji Water which is amazing because I don't like drinking peasant water. The chicken parm sandwich was seriously incredible, like so so so so fresh. I was a doubter, but this place proved me wrong. I also got an appetizer that was bread and prosciutto. It was amazing. Service was great and friendly and the vibe is just immaculate. I will be here daily daily daily. I will probably go bankrupt, it is pricey but worth it.

I want to start off saying that the food was very good and the proprietor was very nice. But I think this place has a major disconnect with the way it operates. The food is excellent and quite upscale. But then the rest of the experience is pretty much like a fast food joint. We ordered appetizers, mains and a side and everything came out way too quickly and in completely random order. So within five minutes literally everything was on our table at once. It didn't feel like things were prepared properly or any care was given to the dining experience and it was difficult to enjoy their food. If I had known this, I probably wouldn't have ordered appetizers because they're not even treated as an appetizer. Now, if this were the kind of place like tapas or a small plates restaurant that would be fine but it's not. We came at an off time where we didn't have to wait, but I can only imagine at prime seating times, counter service would be very backed up with even more pressure to eat quickly and split. And from a diner's perspective, you are not really saving anything with their process - you still tip and the prices are still expensive. I might return for a takeout order because that's the vibe here. But I would never return again for a sit down meal unless they thoroughly changed their system. I wish they would have a system where you sit at a table and order off a QR code, and they brought food out properly. Probably good for people on their lunch hour or people with small kids, but for anyone who wants to enjoy and savor a dining experience, it's a pretty much a fail in that in that regard. And that's a shame because the food is good and should be savored. But the way they have this place organized, it is not set up for diners to do that.

Nice ambiance. Super casual, you order at the counter, they give you a number placard, sit where you want, and they bring you your food. The patio is especially nice (it was 74° and sunny when we went at 1.30pm). Simple, easy, efficient. 5/5 Service was friendly and quick, can't complain about that. 5/5 Food was really good! This was my and my GF's first time here. We split the Chicken Parmigiana Panuozzi (sandwich) and the Boschetta Pie (pizza with tomato, mozz, and basil). If you're a thin crust lover, you'll like the pies here. Light, airy, delicious crust. Both were $17. Typical Montclair prices, which some would say lean toward the high side. Really good quality ingredients, from what I could discern with my taste buds, so perhaps the markup for the sandwich (which may be between 8" and 10" total) and basic--but GOOD--pie is justified. I'm not entirely sure. Yet. I'll have to go back for seconds. Solid 4.5/5, the 0.5 off is for the price to portion ratio. 4.75/5 overall so rounding up to 5/5 because Yelp. Great spot to eat at for a super casual, albeit pricier, lunch. Our two meals plus two Cokes plus a 20% tip was just over $50.

The food was so good! We got the clam pizza and the bucatini. The sauce on the bucatini was amazing. The service was great. Everyone is super friendly and the food came out fast. The place was very clean. Will definitely go back.

Everything I've had so far is great...the Polpo isn't my favorite but don't let that deter you from trying it. The Vongole is my go to (even though I don't love clams). -Bochetto Pizza (my toddler's go-to) -Polpo -Amatriciana (a lil spicy but, Yum!!) -Vongole I have yet to try their gelato...

Perfectly cooked pastas the Italian way. Terrific pizza that is competitive with the other nearby gourmet pizza places. Really enjoyed their funghi pizza. Glad they added espresso to the menu :) All ingredients taste high quality. Nice outdoor seating.

I want to return to Boschetto immediately. From the beautiful interior that transports you to Italy to the absolutely incredible food - there's nothing not to love. the sausage pie was to die for. The flavors were so balanced with the homemade sausage to the lemon rind microplaned on top. I usually don't eat all my crust but I was eating every last crumb. I could not get enough of the spring pea carbonara (a special) - supremely creamy and tasty. The chicken parm sandwich was very tasty - the bread they use is the same dough as their pizza crust and it was so good. no dislikes. This fast-casual-ish Italian spot is a must go!

The red sauce was excellent and so was the service! It was a great location and the cashier was very nice.

They are serving food that is serious white tablecloth quality! Lovely staff, owner behind the register making sure all is well... best value in Montclair, and best Italian cuisine by far!

Food was Amazing!! Definitely will return.. the Service was fantastic looking forward to my next visit!!

Seriously SO good. The gricia is right up there with any bowl of pasta I've had in Italy!!! Delishhhh.

We finally got to try Boschetto for the first time. It's great to see a restaurant where the owner takes an active role in welcoming guests and sharing recommendations. The food is very elevated, not your typical smothered in sauce and cheese American Italian. We felt our meal was full of flavor and were taken back to all of our trips to Italy. Highly recommend the Milanese pork cutlet, perfectly fried. Despite the thicker cut, it was so juicy and tender. The octopus was perfectly grilled and sat on a delicious bed. Don't miss the tuna either. We will be back. BYO makes it a casual night!

Ample indoor and outdoor eating options. Plenty of parking in the back. The whole menu looks delicious but I had to try the fico prosciutto panuozzi. I was told it would only be on the menu for another week because figs were going out of season. It was delicious! The bread they use for their sandwiches are made with their pizza dough so it was so fluffy and warm. The polpo was super tender and the sauce around it was delicious. Definitely has a kick. I had a great time and look forward to trying more things on the menu but the one thing I would say is that for $18, I do wish the octopus appetizer included more octopus. But still amazing!

Everything was delicious! Very nice looking place, wonderful staff! Great pizza!! Pasta with pesto delish

Super cute little Italian restaurant. The decor and ambiance is very trendy and clean. We only came for a quick bite so my husband and I shared the namesake pizza boschetto and loved it! Will definitely return for that. I will say it was a bit slow for the food to come out given we only ordered one thing but turned out to be worth it. My biggest tiff has to be that a single Mexican cola was $6

How can a business serve one dish at a time? One dish was served and the other dish came out 10 minutes later. Not a good way to serve customers.