Business Details
33 Years
experience
Authentic Italian Dining in Englewood Cliffs
Grissini Restaurant has been passionately serving authentic Northern Italian cuisine in Englewood Cliffs since 1993. Our owner, Tony Del Gatto, brings decades of hospitality expertise to create a warm, familial dining atmosphere that combines traditional Italian flavors with modern elegance. We specialize in handcrafted dishes using imported meats and produce, prepared with time-honored techniques passed down through generations. Our versatile space accommodates intimate dinners, family gatherings, and large private events, offering personalized service for every occasion. With Tony frequently present to engage guests and oversee operations, we maintain consistent quality and genuine Italian hospitality. Our Sunday night family dinners feature traditional recipes perfected over 30 years, while our catering services extend our culinary excellence to off-site events.The restaurant's design intentionally balances open communal areas with private dining rooms to suit diverse guest preferences. We maintain strict adherence to food safety standards and source ingredients from trusted suppliers to ensure authenticity. Our team undergoes regular training in Italian culinary techniques and service protocols to uphold our high standards. Through three decades of operation, we've built lasting relationships with local patrons while welcoming new guests to experience true Italian hospitality. Our commitment to quality extends to special dietary accommodations and seasonal menu updates that maintain traditional integrity while embracing innovation.
Services
Italian Dining
Catering Services
Private Events
Sunday Dinners
Wedding Receptions
Corporate Events
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in Northern Italian cuisine since 1993
- Owner personally oversees daily operations and guest experiences
- Private dining rooms accommodate events from intimate dinners to large celebrations
- Traditional Sunday family dinners feature recipes perfected over decades
- Catering services extend our authentic Italian flavors to off-site events
Services
Italian Dining
Our Northern Italian restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily with a menu featuring housemade pastas, wood-fired meats, and traditional antipasti. Dishes use imported ingredients and family recipes perfected over decades. The elegant yet welcoming atmosphere suits both casual meals and special occasions.
Catering Services
We provide full-service catering for events of all sizes, from intimate gatherings to large celebrations. Our catering menu features classic Italian dishes prepared fresh on-site by experienced culinary professionals. Custom menus accommodate dietary needs while maintaining authentic flavors.
Private Events
The restaurant's flexible layout includes multiple private dining rooms for weddings, corporate events, and family celebrations. Our event coordinators handle all details from menu customization to room setup. Capacity ranges from 10 to 150 guests with tailored service options.
Sunday Dinners
Traditional Sunday night dinners feature slow-cooked meats, housemade sauces, and seasonal side dishes. The family-style service includes wine pairings and live Italian music. Reservations recommended for this popular weekly event.
Corporate Events
We host business luncheons, holiday parties, and networking events with professional service and customizable menus. The private rooms feature audiovisual equipment and dedicated wait staff. Special pricing available for weekday daytime events.
People
Tony Del Gatto
Owner
Tony Del Gatto founded Grissini Restaurant in 1993 and remains actively involved in daily operations. With decades of hospitality experience, he personally oversees menu development and guest relations, ensuring consistent quality and authentic Italian service standards.
Questions
Does Grissini offer private dining options?
Yes, we have multiple private dining rooms accommodating groups from 10 to 150 guests with customized menus and dedicated service.
What makes your Sunday dinners special?
Our Sunday family dinners feature traditional Italian recipes perfected over 30 years, served family-style with live music and wine pairings.
Do you provide catering services?
Yes, we offer full-service catering for events of all sizes with custom menus featuring authentic Italian dishes prepared fresh on-site.
What are your operating hours?
We're open Tuesday-Friday 11:30 AM-10:30 PM, Saturday 3 PM-11 PM, and Sunday 3 PM-10 PM.
Can you accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, our chefs can modify many dishes to accommodate dietary needs while maintaining authentic Italian flavors.
Reviews (5)
Liberty Bell Moving & Storage Llc
Dec 28, 2021
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Prime rib
Never seen so many Ferraris and Lamborghini's
Never seen so many Ferraris and Lamborghini's
Cindy Z.
Dec 03, 2021
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I had high expectations for this restaurant, which is why we brought our best friend here for her birthday. For starters, it was immediately obvious that aside from possibly 1 couple and the restaurant staff, we were the only non-white people in the restaurant. That shouldve tipped us off. The stares from other diners when we entered the restaurant and then when we were being seated, and obvious lack of attention to service (failure to bring a bread plate though asked 2x, having to wave down the servers) were not welcoming to say the least. As for the food, the birthday girl had the chicken
D. Please
Nov 23, 2021
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Been here a few times. Always leave satisfied. Food probably a 4, staff and ambiance make it a 5. Meatballs the star of the menu.
Larry Epstein
Sep 17, 2021
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Consistent very good food, very expensive for a non destination local restaurant. Nice tented outdoor dining area
James
Sep 15, 2021
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Came here for the first time. Had an issue with outsourced valet and a very expensive Lamborghini. On a very busy night the manager saw the issue and went above and beyond to correct it. I was very impressed with how the situation was corrected, and could see his attentiveness to all of the other patrons and staff in the particular area I was sitting. Food was excellent. I plan to come here more often