Leo's Grandevous

Sinatra, Frank Sinatra. This Classy restaurant is all about Frank Sinatra, and a really cozy atmosphere. I ordered the spaghetti with meatballs with a Caesar salad and it was not only delicious, but the meatballs were perfect! To celebrate my first visit I ordered some Jack Daniel's Select and the bartender Linda was a delight behind the bar and made my visit even better. I would highly recommend a visit here, especially if you're a fan of Old Blue Eyes because after all he used to eat here and his stool sits above the bar.

Leo’s in Hoboken holds such a special place in our hearts — it’s truly like having a meal with family every single time we go. From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warmth, kindness, and that old-school charm that makes you want to stay forever. We’ve celebrated some of our biggest milestones here — from our gender reveal to our daughter’s baptism luncheon — and each time, the team has gone above and beyond to make it unforgettable. The food? Incredible. Classic, comforting, and made with so much love. And we have to shout out Linda’s espresso martinis — hands down the BEST we’ve ever had. Leo’s is more than a restaurant; it’s a place filled with heart, tradition, and people who treat you like one of their own. Can’t wait for the next excuse to go back!

Amazing! Walked a little further from my normal hotel and it was well worth it, even in super hot humid heat! Had the Wednesday three meet lasagna special and it didn't disappoint. Only problem was it was so much food I couldn't sample more. I will definitely be back!

We have been dining at Leo’s for years and finally writing a google review. Always a great meal and wonderful family atmosphere. The food is absolutely delicious. We love enjoying Italian favorites and listening To Sinatra on the jukebox. Saluti a Grazie Mille. Back again with some of the family. Everything was amazing. Grazie

I came with a party of 3. It was absolutely slammed. We barely had to wait for a table. Once being sat our waitress Emily took great care of us. We had espresso martini, pino, egg plant parm, veal parm and meatballs, and some spaghetti and meat balls. We also started with a personal size margarita pie for an appetizer. Overall great dinner, great service, even on a busy night- you could tell the entire staff was hustling. No body was in first gear taking their time, also the bus boy was on fire. Never saw him slacking around he was like usian bolt cleaning and clearing tables. I understand why this place is a Hoboken staple. 10/10 will be back again. Maybe next time I’ll do the mushroom pie and the daily special.

A Hoboken staple. Great bar, great staff, great food. Always leave full and very satisfied. The short rib special feels like I'm eating it for the first time every time I get it. The veal parm, francese, and saltimboca are perfect examples of each dish. The chicken marsala too!

Leo’s! One of Hoboken’s staples! The staff is wonderful ! Great bar to sit at and I love the old school jukebox with all the oldies!!

An iconic Italian restaurant in Hoboken. While unassuming on the outside, this Sinatra-dedicated restaurant serves authentic Italian food in a cozy environment. Their food is delicious; however, the prices are a little more expensive for the amount of food (I had the Sinatra Gamberi). Their wines are full of flavor and they provide full glasses. But I will say that the service is impeccable. The staff are extraordinarily friendly, full of heart, and for some of the locals, know them by name. While it is a small restaurant, reservations are not accepted, so be sure to get there early to get a seat.

It is a bar. Bar food, cook it send it out. What that means is there is no real effort in the cooking which is obvious by the over-cooked pasta. Any somewhat "authentic" Italian restaurant would be more focused on the main Italian staple PASTA. If you don't focus on how the pasta is cooked you don't care about much anything else... and its so easy to get it right! The red sauce is very tomato-ey, not cooked for any length of time so the acidity is still there...just in and out. Looking around, I noticed most were having Chicken Parm and other mixed pasta dishes..A lot of half full plates. Could be the large portions or the mushy pasta that can fill you quickly....really cant say. Of course anyone who frequents Leo's, I hoping, know they are not getting a high end Italian food experience and if its your first time you will now know what to expect...again its bar food. Had the Clams oreganata, the were good... would have been nice if the clams were basted at least once while cooking so the bread crumbs on top weren't so dry. Drank Cosmos. First one at the bar was good. After that each one was worse than the next. Brutal. A waitress, who was not ours, she tasted mine and immediately knew it was bad, was nice enough to exchange it for another...next one was better but still off. Portions are large. Prices are high for the level of food, again big potions if thats something you care about. I care about the food! Nice fun atmosphere, mixed crowd. Oh, yeah! Bread was excellent.

What a winner this place was. If I lived in hoboken it would become an easy go to spot! Our waitress was so nice and helpful and every part of the meal was fantastic. Their bread was freshly baked, the meatballs in red sauce were delicious, the clams oregenata were shucked fresh and nicely breaded. The chicken Milanese was our favorite entree the chicken cutlets were nice and crispy! The spinach carbonara was good but it was more like a vodka sauce than a carbonara but we enjoyed it anyways. Would highly recommend trying to anyone in the area, even the prices were super reasonable.

This is a place to definitely go and sit down and enjoy the decor, it's a treat (all Frank Sinatra everything, jukebox, huge rounded bar, hanging lights, stained glass!). I got a chicken parm sub to ago around 5pm on a Thursday. The staff was nice. The meal tastes homemade.

A hidden gem . We found this place a few years ago and we can't get enough of it . The ambience is always great , like a family style . Everyone is always helpful and happy to see you !! The food is authentic Italian food , they have specials everyday and everything is always well seasoned. The service is always so great , Linda is one of our favorites haha we always have such fun times with her . Definitely a great place to go for food , drinks and just a great experience . P.S: We Love Leo's

Let's just start with the fact that I grew up in the Chicago area in an Italian neighborhood. This is authentic, delicious Italian food. Served with love and abundant so that no one ever leaves the table hungry. Bread is not too crusty. Daily specials and the night we were there, it was halibut. Sooooooooooooo good. Chicken parm, rigatoni, gnocchi, and ravioli shared with plenty to take home. Service was outstanding, attentive and knowledgeable. They do not take reservations and it was really busy on a Friday night, but we had no wait. There is a small outdoor eating area when weather permits. As everywhere in Hoboken, parking can be an issue. Having dinner at Leo's is an absolute "MUST" when visiting Hoboken.

An iconic Italian restaurant in Hoboken. While unassuming on the outside, this Sinatra-dedicated restaurant serves authentic Italian food in a cozy environment. Their food is delicious; however, the prices are a little more expensive for the amount of food (I had the Sinatra Gamberi). Their wines are full of flavor and they provide full glasses. But I will say that the service is impeccable. The staff are extraordinarily friendly, full of heart, and for some of the locals, know them by name. While it is a small restaurant, reservations are not accepted, so be sure to get there early to get a seat.

A classic Hoboken Italian restaurant with cozy Sinatra-infused vibes! I surveyed the Hoboken Sailing Club members to see what people thought was the most Hoboken-y Italian restaurant in Hoboken because I had family coming in from California. Leo's was one of the top suggestions and it was exactly what we were looking for. The restaurant is bustling and has a welcoming, warm ambiance. There are string lights that adorn the old school tin ceiling and the bar has a nice energy to it. The food is your standard Italian fare. I got the eggplant parm with linguini and thought it was pretty solid. The service was fast and the staff is friendly. I had called a few days earlier to see if they took reservations. They do not so I asked about wait times and the helpful guy on the phone said "it depends on when you come in and how many in your party but we do have a full bar and fast turnover". He was right! No wait for us on a Friday night (part of five) and the food came out relatively quick. I would definitely recommend this place if you're looking for a classic old Hoboken spot with decent food, cozy Sinatra vibes, and nice service!

Delicious family owned Italian restaurant. Welcoming. Nick at the bar and Grace wonderful proprietors. Always on point with the food. Erin and Vincent Guinta.

Fantastic option for a cozy and traditional Italian meal in Hoboken! Ambiance - very homey and classic vibe. The Frank Sinatra memorabilia is a nice touch! Service - We came on a Saturday night and there was no wait for a table. Food came out hot and very quickly. Our server was very nice and helpful. I wanted to order the Tri Gnocchi that comes with pesto, pomodoro, and alfredo sauce, but mentioned that I didn't like alfredo sauce. He said they could easily replace the alfredo with vodka sauce which was awesome! Food - Apps: Caprese Salad and Deep Fried Ravioli - the caprese salad was very fresh and tasty. I wish they had added some basil on top, but overall it was nice! The deep fried ravioli left much to be desired. It was very lightly fried and did not have the crunchy exterior that I was looking for. Would definitely skip the fried ravioli as an app. Main: Tri Gnocchi (sub Alfredo for Vodka sauce) - this was absolutely delicious!! The pesto sauce was perfectly herby and garlicky. The vodka sauce was creamy, but not too heavy. The pomodoro sauce provided an acidic balance to the other sauces. Would highly recommend this dish if you're craving multiple types of sauces! TL;DR - cute place for a casual Italian meal! Would skip the fried ravioli but recommend the Tri Gnocchi!

Not the biggest fan of this place. I know it's a hoboken staple and has been around for a long time, but the food was just okay and the service was pretty poor. They do not take reservations, which is fine with me, but upon arriving and asking for a table for our party of 9, the hostess acted like it was huge inconvenience for her and we were bothering her. Once they got our table set up we had to wait a while for our server to take drink orders and the same happened when we were ready for our food orders. The bottle of water on the table were never refilled. I will say the mussels were delicious and the portion is huge. The fra diablo mussels were my favorite - i could've eaten the entire plate. For an entree I had the pesto pasta with chicken and goat cheese. The chicken was pretty dry but the pasta sauce was good and the goat cheese was a nice touch. Overall, I wouldn't eat here again. Rating it as 3 stars strictly for the mussels.

I've been coming here all my life. It has plenty of memories of family dinners, drinks with pals, good pizza, and my favorite the muscles fra diavolo. Don't forget to sop up that left over sauce with the crusty fresh bread and butter! This time I had a meatball bar pie it was delicious, calamari, muscles fra diavolo, and some pinot Grigio. The service was excellent, and the ambiance is amazing! Great history and food if it's good enough for ole blue eyes it's good enough for me!

Hoboken has no shortage of Italian food, but many of the newer age restaurants can be expensive and really lacking that authentic Italian American homeyness. Leo's is as authentic as it gets, fresh homemade bread served as soon as you sit, cozy bar and jukebox atmosphere in the front with more intimate dining in the back. Wait staff and bartenders are incredibly friendly. Food is delicious, affordable and generous. We ordered the meatballs to share, mussels diavolo, braised short rib tagliatelle and more. Everything was delicious with a serving size big enough to enjoy later on that week. There's a reason this place has been around for 85 years and it wouldn't surprise me if they made it 85 more at least. Will be coming back here a few times a month no doubt about it.

Nice vibe, service was very good but nothing more to write home about. No Italian restaurant like this should be using chopped garlic from a jar. Bitter, burned and just ruins everything. Artichokes in the salad were as salty as the ocean. Cappuccino was literally 90% warm thin milk - no froth but rather an inch of whipped cream on top. Felt like it was from Dunkin' Donuts and not from what was supposed to be one of the best Italian restaurants in the area. Prices pretty steep, even in today's environment. With tip, $240 for 3 people. 4 glasses of wine, one shared appetizer, one individual appetizer, and 3 entrees. If the meal was "wow" I would have no problem with the price but just not great at all. Won't be rushing back. Waitress was excellent, however.

I finally made my way to Leo's last night after living in Hoboken for 8 years. There is a reason this restaurant has been around as long as it has - it has fantastic quality Italian food and a wonderful ambiance. Our waitress was attentive and very accommodating. The atmosphere was old school Italian and gave off great vibes. Now onto the food, which was 10/10. We ordered the fried raviolis for an appetizer and I ordered the tri-color gnocchi, which was delicious. I am very glad I finally checked out this place and cannot wait to return soon.

I've been eating at Leo's for over 50 years. I grew up in the neighborhod and I remember Frank Sinatra popping in and sending me for the newspaper. Leo was always a wonderful owner/host. The family still owns and runs the restaurant to the same standards as Leo. The freshest food, most quality ingredients with realistic prices. Play a Sinatra tune on the juke-box, order the Mussels and and bottle of Wine. Bring the family. Always Excellent food and the staff is outstanding. They always go out of there way to make you feel at home. GUARANTEE: YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!!!

Based on delivery! Haven't eaten here in years. It's a Hoboken staple - food was very good. That said, delivery was awful and over 2 hours. It's down the street from me.. not great. I worked with GrubHub on a credit but that really just turned me off and food wasn't as hot as it should have been. We also ordered a Caesar salad (not shown)- which was very small and soggy since they added dressing. Gross. Would love to stop back in person! I think the experience will be better! Overall good quality.

Came here with 4 friends on a Friday night and we were shocked we got a table immediately! Major win in my book! This is your typical cozy Jersey Italian joint. The vibes are immaculate, you know right away that you're going to get some comfort Italian. Love the decor too. The menu is huge - there is certainly something for everyone here. We split a few apps, of course we got the mussels. I could dip my bread in the sauce all day long. I had veal parm as my main with angel hair. Nothing excites me more than when a restaurant has angel hair lol it was a huge portion. I took more than half home. I really enjoyed their sauce. This is a great place to come for a comfort meal with friends or family and when you're looking for a lot of variety!

Be careful what you drink here I saw the bartender pouring a cheap vodka into the Grey Goose bottle .You are not getting what you ordered.

Consistently delicious. There's a reason it's been around for so long. Eggplant easily the best we've ever had, and there isn't a bad pasta on the menu. Service, ambiance, everything

Leo's is the best place ever! John and Linda make the best espresso martinis ever! This place is amazing you have got to try the sandwich with the shredded chicken and Gorgonzola .. and fries. And how they get their bread so warm On the inside is beside me. Lol be sure to go here it's so cute and they have a juke box if you know how to work it

I gotta say, I have lived in this area my whole life and just happened to miss this place even though it's been here since the 30s? 40s? So good. Small throwback to Italian American/ little Italy vibes that Hoboken once had. But without the watered down crap version of Italian American food. ***The biggest surprise for me was the mussels in red sauce being our favorite over the white sauce. But they have a full bar, fresh pasta, classic desserts. Felt really homey here and happy I finally got to experience it. Good bang for your buck too

ONE OF THE BEST/MOST RELIABLE SPOTS IN HOBOKEN. Living in this city, you see restaurants pop up and disappear like clockwork-- even in just 2 short years. The thing about Leo's is that's it's been around so long for a reason. Very cozy and comfy atmosphere, where it's date night, or if ya just need some food made with love. It's a place where the waitress will remember your name and ask you for life updates. Takeout is great too-- just be sure to knock on the side door and the cooks will give you your food. Ordered the shrimp scampi this week-- delicious as ever

I've been walking past this place for years without ever stepping in until this past Valentine's Day and I'm so glad I did. Our plan was to get dinner here almost ironically because the place seems so old school but we enjoyed it thoroughly. My cheese ravioli were simple but hearty and my bf had a great eggplant parm. I ended up loving the old school vibe and live music. The place gets a bit crowded but it didn't bother me. Will definitely be back!

My family and I did a fun overnight staycation at the W hotel and ordered from Leo's through seamless delivery. The food arrived piping hot and overall, we thought it was solid Italian food that felt home cooked and deserving of why Leo's has been around for so long. The clams/shrimp/mussels in a garlic sauce appetizer was cooked to perfection, and the sauce was light and delicious. Add some of the complimentary bread that was added in, and it was as meal. The veal marsala was the winner to me! The marsala sauce was light (not heavy and creamy like the other Italian places) but with a incredibly strong and decadent marsala wine flavor. The shrimp fra diavolo was great, but SPICY! I often ordered fra diavolo at other places with the expectation that it will be spicy, as it should, but it never is; however, at Leo's they add in the red pepper and it's SPICY...maybe a little too spicy. The chicken milanese no doubt would've tasted better at the restaurant; it was soggy because of the yummy arugala salad (with onions, tomato, cheese and balsamic vinegar) on top, but the chicken was moist and super flavorful. Perhaps in the future they might consider packing the chicken and arugala salad separately; or request it that way. Unfortunately I checked the box on seamless to add utensils, but our delivery didn't arrive that way. The W hotel was kind enough to send plates and utensils up to our room.

This meal was super bland, was very disappointed. The chicken Alfredo - blah. The "famous mussels " were definitely hyped up They didn't even bother cutting up the procuitto in the salad Would never try their food again

Great food, service, and atmosphere. Always a pleasure to visit! Serving sizes generous! Truly a greatly enjoyed experience.

I hate to be down on this spot--I (a) feel generally predisposed to like the classics/mainstays and (b) am mildly concerned that there might be "ramifications" for speaking out against such a classic Italian spot. Had a large family meal here (8 of us) and unfortunately the experience was chaotic and uneven, with incorrect and forgotten orders--One person's order was incorrect (wrong sauce), while another had their order completely forgotten, and got their food while the rest of us were having dessert. Our food arrived at incredibly inconsistent intervals throughout the meal, leaving people unsure if they should start eating, or wait for everyone's dish to arrive, per our varied personal etiquette standards--a Larry David-style debate ensued! Unfortunately, food and drink quality did not quite compensate for the disappointing service. Don't get me wrong, it wasn't terrible (for those of us served correctly) but probably just 3-3.5 stars just on quality. My lobster ravioli was flavorful, though a bit lukewarm, and even this alcoholic thought it too heavy on the vodka in the sauce. Carbonara was a bit too heavy for my cousin as well. Parmigianas/traditional red tomato sauce was very popular with the kids. Kudos to the staff for acknowledging the service issues and sending us limoncello shots with our coffee. It was a nice gesture (though would have preferred a choice or something, or maybe the having the late entree knocked off the bill). Ambiance is cool and classic, and I'm sure it could be a good experience in the right moment, but we were unfortunately left quite disappointed.

Incredibly delicious Italian food, always fresh. And the service is perfection. Has a nice blend of a modern and old school wooden ceilings for a beautiful ambiance. I've gone there many times in the past 4 years and it's always been amazing. Family owned I think. Their pastas and meat dishes - oh my goodness, SO good. Your. You actually get your money's worth.

Classic place in Hoboken - will it be the best Italian you've ever had, no. But is that all that matters, no. It's about the history, people and overall atmosphere.

Service goes a long way. Since living in hoboken I have tried many delicious places. However, one of the complaints has always been the serive isn't great. May be contributed to the virus and short staff. But Leo's service was excellent and refreshing since moving here. The waiters were very friendly constantly asking us how the food was. They also have live entertainment on Wednesday and thursday! Great for a nice day to relax and eat some great food. Definitely plan to come back not only for the food, but excellent atmosphere.

One of the best in Hoboken! The food is delicious, what more can I say? The service is always top notch and they actually care about your experience. The atmosphere is is pretty casual and very kid friendly.

Love getting Sunday take out from Leo's as I grew up in an Italian family in North Jersey. Last week I ordered the Baked Ziti w Sausage and it did not let down. The classic Leo's red sauce, perfect amount of ricotta mixed in, and melted mozz up top, this is Italian comfort food at its finest. I used to live across the street and was able to have it much more, but it's good to see they're still doing their thing down on Second. Best old school Italian joint in Hoboken. They do all the classics and they do them well.

this was our second time coming here. the first time was about a year ago and it was eh then but we thought wed give it another try. our bill was over $140 for the food shown & 4 drinks. we ordered the prosciutto bar pie which was gross (good crust but cheese & sauce was soupy) & they gave us pancetta?? i wouldnt have ordered pancetta lol. my boyfriend got the linguine with meatballs it was okay like a 6/10 but i ordered the eggplant parmigiana with linguine. the eggplant parm was absolutely disgusting it tasted like a freezer meal they heated up in the back. they also gave me BARELY any eggplant & it was 70% cheese which i know its supposed to be cheesy but this was gross. the linguine was okay but overall it was a gross/disappointing dining experience & a $140 bill for the quality of food they provide is INSANE. safe to say after two failed attempts here we will never be returning & also making sure to warn others

Leo's Grandevous is not only a Hoboken staple and a previous favorite haunt of Frank Sinatra's, but it is also a delicious restaurant that really lives up to its hype. I have been there several times since my previous review, including my most recent trip, which was my first since the pandemic began. The restaurant offered a breadth of outdoor seating options, including several tables on the sidewalk across the street and a few just adjacent to the building, which was where we sat. Our server approached and handed us separate drink and food menus, which I was hesitant to take hold of with everything going on in the world. Though they offered hand sanitizer on each table, I still was not thrilled that they did not offer digital menus. Aside from that, we had a fabulous experience. I ordered an Aperol Spritz, and as on my previous trips, they made one of the best and most balanced versions of the cocktail. For my dinner, I went with my favorite Shrimp Sinatra, which consisted of plump shrimp sautéed with artichoke hearts and mushrooms in a herbed white wine sauce. The dish was typically served over fettuccini, though I substituted spinach to keep it low-carb. It was absolutely delicious! My friend loved her Penne alla Vodka as well. Leo's Grandevous offers traditional Italian fare in a comforting environment, making it worth a visit.

Leo's is my favorite Italian restaurant in Hoboken. If you want traditional homemade Italian meals this is the spot to go. I have been coming here a lot, my favorite go to dishes are penne vodka and cavatelli and broccoli. This time i went outside the box and tried the Veal Martha and OMG IT WAS HEAVENLY.

If you have to do delivery and you want reliably good red-sauce Italian then go ahead. But this place needs to be experienced in person. The vibe, the history, and the staff all contribute to the overall experience more than most places. You walk back in time when you walk in this place. It's almost like a living shrine to Frank Sinatra, where his bar stool is part of the decor at the bar, as well as pictures of him. The music playing is usually his too, but if you go during Christmas season, they play all the classics, not just his. The meal comes with homemade Italian bread that they get from Doms nearby. The bar pies you can order as an app are fantastic and very reasonable. Any traditional Italian dish is recommended. The mussels are also great as an app. The wine list is decent and fairly priced. A true Hoboken gem.

Ziti is the bomb like all the other reviews said. Chicken Marsala was good too, chicken not quite as tender as it could be but had plenty of flavor. Meatballs side was awesome w the marinara sauce. Wine list was basic but the super Tuscan was great value for $50. Wait staff and owners who were there were very friendly and even let us borrow a iPhone charger. Overall a super off Washington st experience close to the train. Definitely going back next time in Hoboken!

I have to update my review of Leo's after 3 years of going back to Leo's. First of all, the experience in house is much better than delivery service. Leo's has a fun atmosphere which is no frills but at the same time is decorated nicely and cozy. They have a nice classic italian menu and everything comes out just as you'd like it - a wonderful penne vodka, great small bar pies, a good chicken parm. The food comes out quick and the staff is friendly. Highly recommend!

Love the atmosphere here. Good bar selection. The menu has anything you could ever want in regards to Italian. The burrata and the baked shells are delicious.

Went for Hudson Restaurant Week Dinner Food - 5/5. Carpaccio had a wonderful medley of textures! The soft beef with slight sear combined well with the sturdy Parmesan chunks and the fresh arugula added a good peppery bite. The lamb was absolutely fantastic! It was beautifully tender being a good medium and cut thick to give that savory bite. The mint pesto made it even more umami and fragrant while the Madeira sauce moistened up the whole plate with flavor. The vegetables were good as well being a perfect fork tender. The ricotta cheesecake was alright; sweet and soft but the quality difference from the other dishes were clear and probably outsourced. Service - 4/5. Friendly and professional. Value - 5/5. The selection they offer for restaurant week is great and many items are specials that they don't even offer on the regular menu. Restaurant week is great for restaurants and customers alike to try new things and I'm glad the chef was being adventurous. The delicious three course ran at $39 which is an awesome deal. Great value! Parking - Street (Free)

I dined at Leo's the third weekend of outdoor dining. We got there around 7:30 on a Friday and it was only about a 20 minute wait for a table of 2. We were sat in the high top tables next to the restaurant (as opposed to the new dining section they created across the street). The service wasn't great but the waiter seemed to be hustling as much as he could. It took a long time and a few prompts to get water, silverware, butter and plates for our bread. For our appetizer, we shared the burrata stuffed beef steak tomato with pesto drizzle. It was good but not out of this world. For our mains, we each got the Gnocchi trio - I had seen photos of it on Instagram so I really wanted to try it. I really enjoyed all 3 sauce flavors - it is a pretty heavy dish though so definitely expect to take home leftovers or it would be a good dish to share.

I absolutely loved my recent experience at Leo's! They have a great outdoor space across the street and all the staff is super friendly. The Burrata was to DIE for and the baked shells with grilled chicken was delish. The prices were a little high, but for great food and awesome service during this time - totally worth it.

Service totally blew it. My companions order was completely overlooked and the starters didn't show up until my entree...the waiter apparently "didn't hear" her main order but also didn't think of ASKING her if she had everything or if things were ok. It's sickening and angering. Don't bother.

Near the end of my pregnancy I was told by numerous locals to order their Eggplant Parm with Fra Diavola sauce to induce labor. Finally at 39.5 weeks I ordered it, ate dinner, and two hours later my water broke. Coincidence? We'll never know!

Amazing pasta!! They don't do delivery but I order take out and grab it myself. I make sure to pick it up piping hot and also saves me on delivery tip. I've also eaten there a few times - my son's name is Leo and we convinced him that this is his special joint. It is a Hoboken institution with over 80 years and a street named after it. Here are the crowd pleasing dishes we typically go for: Penne alla vodka with shrimp Chicken marsala with angel hair pasta Meatballs in marsala sauce Stuffed shells with grilled chicken

The oldest restaurant in Hoboken has survived for a very good reason, good traditional Italian food. Not fancy but really good. Service was very good and attentive. Must have the mussels, which is available in several sauces. The marinara was our choice and there is plenty of bread to soak up the tasty sauce. The minestrone was very fresh with plenty of vegetables and a great broth. Scungilli Fra Diavolo was perfect and spicy. Clams and linguini had about a dozen clams on top. Wine list has many choices starting at around $30.

Stopped in for lunch- food was very good and we had a nice waiter. 1/2 panini and soup was just what we needed

I came here in the August during restaurant week. The price was right and the atmosphere quite relaxing. I honesty thought the food was delicious. I came with my friend who ordered watermelon and feta which looked amazing. I ordered some dishes I never had before. Below I'll write my first impressions on each dish I ate. Appetizer: Beef Tartare w/ quail egg - It did taste a tad bit metallic but overall this was a hit for me. The quail egg was so rich that it enhanced the meats texture. Main Dish: Fig and Prosciutto stuffed quail over potato pancake, madeira wine sauce - This dish was so tasty. Saltiness from the prosciutto mixed with the sweetness of the fig was pure harmony. Ice Cream Brownie - dessert was okay. They put it together fast. Overall, I would recommend this place for a cozy night out in the city.

This place is a gem! Off the beaten path, a local hang that makes out of towners feel at home. John and Linda are incredible, as are the drinks they make. Love this place and will be back next time I'm in town!