Osteria Morini

GLUTEN FREE!! Just left the BEST Italian dinner I can remember having. I didn’t see gluten free advertised anywhere but they assured me once I was there that they have gf pizza and pasta. The pasta was legit the best gf pasta I’ve ever had. Can’t wait to go back and try the pizza! The rest of my party’s meals were equally amazing and worthy of “best I can remember having for awhile” remarks

Side note- they will serve the pizza from Nicoletti’s so ask to see that menu too!

This restaurant is a hidden gem! My husband met a few of his friends here a few weeks ago and raved about the pizza and other dishes on the menu. I decided to join him tonight with my sister and brother in law. It did not disappoint! The food is amazing.. so fresh and delicious! Brian, our waiter was attentive providing great service. We can’t wait to return and sit outside on their charming patio over the summer!

Went for a business dinner on a Tuesday evening. We were a group of 7 including two vegetarians. The restaurant was busy for a Tuesday evening which I am sure is due to the good food and service.

They also have a good selection of wines to choose from.

This is a very reliable spot in Bernardsville with very good pastas and a comfortable atmosphere. We used to go here quite a bit but not so much in the last couple years. The food is very good - good pastas, the Romana salad was great (a nice light Caesar salad without all the heavy thick dressing that some places use.). The service has always been very good here. It seems to have gotten more expensive in the last few years…but still worth a visit every now and then.

If you are looking to invest in a wonderful time with family and unforgettable good, then this is the place to do it.

The aesthetic of the restaurant is warm and traditionally Italian. The table is served with crusty bread and a light bean and olive oil spread.

The servers, food runners, and restaurant manager are very kind, helpful, and gave the right amount of service, which is a difficult task in this industry.

We ordered drinks, including a mock tail for myself, an earl grey inspired citrus drink.

We also all ordered dinner, to which I had the gnocchi amatricianna, which was delicious and portioned perfectly.

Lastly, my family ordered dessert and the server was kind enough to bring out a candle on the afogato for my mother.

All in all, I would highly recommend this experience. Although a bit more on the high end for dinner, I would use this establishment for celebrations and special events. The food is magnificent, the service lovely, and the aesthetic comforting. 10/10 gnocchis awarded.

Take a seat because this is heaven, a jaw-dropping need for experience. I live in Marlboro- miles away from Bernardsville and cannot stress how amazing and tasteful and loving these meals were. When first serving, it was DEAD. I almost canceled the reservation because the reviews and comments had to be made up. It was an hour and a half AFTER opening hours and NO ONE. But lord, it was worth being the first of many….The food was to die for. The richness and care the cooks take into their meals show when eating. The drinks here aren’t the greatest, and they only have a handful of wine by glass options for white and red… cocktails could be better-but the focus is food! Our waiter knew the menu to a T. Reading the physical menu was difficult to envision and determine if we’d like the meal, but lord, they hired the right staff to describe their meals to the customers accurately. The pasta flour is imported from Italy- 00 flour(i asked). The sauces are better than those we grew up having at Sunday dinners. (Oops) and my lord the potatoes- simply mouthwatering and needful in my life. As you can tell, the portions aren’t large, but they are rich, and filling-we took boxes home and enjoyed the meals the following day for lunch and were just as happy. For two drinks, two pastas-and one side of potatoes=$130 with tip. I honestly can recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting a rich, filling meal of comfort and glory.

We drove 40 minutes here and it did not disappoint. They have a small, elegant dining room that provides an intimate atmosphere. The staff was friendly and attentive. There's a small, open area at the end of the bar where you can watch them prepare some of the food.

They have a decent wine list with a wide range of options. I ordered the cappelletti which was fantastic. The pasta was fresh and made with quality ingredients. The dessert menu was also impressive. I ended up getting an affogato which was very good as well.

There are a number of options on the menu I can't wait to come back and try. I highly recommend this place.

Food was delicious! Staff was so accommodating for gluten free challenges. Atmosphere was lovely. Amazing dinner for casual night out or date night!

Wanted to come to eat here for a long time! Food was good, service was outstanding. My favorite pasta was Garganelli, it was cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious ! Also I highly recommend their Strawberry Red Wine sorbet! Good place for a cozy lunch!

We had a fine dinner Saturday night with friends in celebration of my birthday. It's was the second time being there but it was several years ago so I was not sure if the experience will be the same or better. We'll, it was better.

The appetizers are great. That night the oysters were from Rhode Island and they were so delicious. For an entree, the Salmone was exceptional. Cooked to perfection, it rested in a root puree and olives and capers. The blend of the salted sweet flavor of the salmon and the slight brine from the sauce was delicious.

Great experience at Morini! We came with a big group and the staff and chef were beyond accommodating. We ordered a ton off the menu and ate family style so got to sample a bit of everything. Crowd favorites were the truffle garganelli and tagliatelle bolognese from the pastas. I wish I had saved more room for entrees because they stole the show. Branzino was to die for, the Salmon was huge juicy and cooked perfectly, and the Ribeye was flavorful and we found out they actually age it in house. Needless to say we were stuffed but went with the donuts for dessert which were served hot with melted chocolate and Carmel sauce (yum). We are relocating from Los Angeles to the area permanently and Morini will already be a go-to for us.

We had a good time and delicious meal celebrating our 49th wedding anniversary and enjoyed the complimentary Champane. Loved the Blue Crab dish and Eggplant Meatball dish. Definitely on our list to return.

Outstanding simple high quality Italian fare. Caring, personable, talented mixologist (Veronica). Thanks for the creative delicious drinks. It's a staple for me. Delicious artisional pizza, amazing appetizers including happy hour specials, and perfectly prepares pastas and entrees. I like to order a spread for variety and take home leftovers for later. I highly recommend.

Another excellent brunch. The staff is very good and we love the food. Nice simple menu, our apps were A+, but highly recommend the meatballs. The Eggs in Purgatory were tasty and the steak and eggs looked amazing. Nice selection of bottomless cocktails. Still haven't tried the dinner menu, but looking forward to it.

What a wonderful restaurant! The food, service, and atmosphere were wonderful. Everything we had at the table was delicious. We had the duck, the truffle pasta, the osso bucco, and a pork chop. My husband said it was the best pork chop he's had at a restaurant. We will definitely be back.

Osteria Morini knocked it out of the park. The food was fantastic. The atmosphere was perfect… and the wait staff friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive.

Excellent meal and friendly, efficient service. Dishes were creatively prepared and presented.

Great food. Friendly staff. Accommodating with dietary issues.

Had a nice dinner there with classic Italian pasta and a cocktail 🍸

We found this little gem during our “out of town wedding” stay. An absolute lovely treat.
We enjoyed their beautiful dining room and bar while having wonderfully crafted cocktails, in house-made daily pasta dishes as well as a delicious desert with espresso. Every thing was great!
Although this Italian restaurant did not have any Italian speaking servers we were surrounded by an eclectic group of individuals dedicated to the vision and experience of the proprietor. A fantastic team!
We were served and greeted at the bar by many staff members including the chef and we’d particularly like to thank a wonderful young man named David who was our primary server. Great meal, great service, great experience!