TATTONI's LIVES!

[Rich Pawlak]

I was driving along Rt 33 in Hamiulton today and I spotted, in a tiny strip center at the corner of 33 and Yardville-Hamilton Square Rd: TATTONI's RISTORANTE.

I quickly pulled over, and peered inside. On the walls: plaques from the Trentonioan, Trenton Times and Zagat, from the original restaurant on Chestnut St in Trenton's Chambersburg section. And a sign: CLOSED for VACATION till March 30.

I will there as soon as they open. I can't wait.

[Exit157]

That is good news!

First-time poster, longtime reader here...so glad to be contributing to the conversations about food in New Jersey. (At least, I hope I make some contributions!) I've lived in this state all my life -- born in North Jersey, but residing in South Jersey and Central Jersey for the past 25+ years.

Anyway, my husband and I lived in Chambersburg, literally right up the block from Tattoni's, for a number of years. I loved that little restaurant! Not only was the food great, but the personal attention was unrivaled. Okay, so they only had -- what, 10 tables? I guess that made it easier for the chef to step out of the kitchen and ask you how you liked your dinner. It sure added to the experience. I hope the new location can retain some of that charm.

[bcjr]

That is good news! 

First-time poster, longtime reader here...so glad to be contributing to the conversations about food in New Jersey.  (At least, I hope I make some contributions!)  I've lived in this state all my life -- born in North Jersey, but residing in South Jersey and Central Jersey for the past 25+ years.

Anyway, my husband and I lived in Chambersburg, literally right up the block from Tattoni's, for a number of years.  I loved that little restaurant!  Not only was the food great, but the personal attention was unrivaled.  Okay, so they only had -- what, 10 tables?  I guess that made it easier for the chef to step out of the kitchen and ask you how you liked your dinner.  It sure added to the experience.  I hope the new location can retain some of that charm.

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My daughter went recently and said it is as good as the original. Same menu, same meal format. She had the chicken Cacciatore and loved it.

She got there early on a Saturday night and had no problem getting in.

Edited April 25, 2008 by bcjr (log)