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Forte Pizzeria & Ristorante - Caldwell

Rhys Ord

By Rhys Ord
in New Jersey: Dining

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Rhys Ord

Rhys Ord

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My wife and I have been to this place four times in the last few months, and can't get enough of it. It has two sides, a pizzeria with table seating and a full service, white-tablecloth restaurant on the other. Bloomfield Avenue, plenty of parking in the rear. BYOB.

The food is highly recommended. Very well-prepared Italian, with large portions. The appetizers themselves are almost hard to finish.

Joe, the owner, is a super nice guy, and the wait staff is very friendly and efficient. Service is fast, and courteous.

The only problem is that the restaurant side only has about 8 tables. If you go on a Saturday evening you'll probably have to wait. This is popular place. I haven't tried the pizza but judging by the crowds and the lines, it must be very good.

The web site and Louis Prima music is a hoot: Forte Pizzeria & Ristorante.

They had a major fire a few years back but are back in business, and business looks to be booming.

Rhys

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maddog5150

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Our family does takeout from Forte's when we're not in the mood for cooking. Food is consistent, decent quality and filling. Take a pass on the Chicken Murphy if you're considering it - just a big bowl of oil with chicken, onions and potatoes. The rest of the menu that we've tried is solidly decent.

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