Reviews for Strega Bistro in Berkeley Heights, NJ
This place should go out of business. The food is actually pretty good. The problem is that after sitting down at the table... for dinner, we were offered a choice of water, which is common. Unless I misunderstood, the choices were tap, still, orsparkling. The four of us at the table requested tap water. A short period of time later a bottle of still water appeared onthe table. We reminded the staff we had asked for tap water, but were told the restaurant does not serve tap water because ofCovid. This despite the fact that no one in the place was wearing a mask--which was fine--and Covid cannot live in tapwater. Were it not for the fact that we were dining with friends who recommended this place we would've walked out. This wasalso their first time dining here, and they were equally appalled. Aside from being ignorant and asinine, this is a petty,mean-spirited way to pad bills with a few more dollars. They would be better off instituting an upcharge for using a creditcard, or just raising all the menu prices a dollar or two. I will trash this place to everyone I can possibly think of. Theycannot go out of business fast enough. Read more
If you happen to be in the Berkeley Heights area, Strega is a definite stop to make. It doesn't look like much from the outside,... located in the middle of a strip mall but once you step in, you'll be glad you did. I stopped by with a large party and we wereall treated like family and not 1 person left hungry or dissatisfied with their meal. I personally recommend the short ribs andthe calamari to start. My only regret was they were out of the frozen cappuccino that looks delicious. Next time! Thanks to thewonderful staff for your hospitality to our large, loud group. Read more
Like many great restaurants this place is very unassuming from the outside. The food was excellent! Staff was very polite and... knowledgeable. Worth the 75 min drive from my house. Read more
Absolutely loved the food. The way that they prepare the calamari is exceptional. It's BYOB which keeps the prices reasonable.... Make sure you have a reservation, especially on a popular night like Thursday, Friday or Saturday because the tables don't turnover much. People tend to have lingering dinners. The owners are friendly and spend time talking to the guests. Read more
We have had multiple family celebrations here and the service is always hospitable, pleasant, and kind. The food speaks for... itself: delicious and fresh and updated Italian classics. Read more
Anthony, the owner, came to our table and took great care of us. He really made it a comfortable environment for all of us to... dine in. Pete and Andre were very personable and accommodating waiters. They listened to all of our orders perfectly and didexactly what we told them to do. We had the lobster raviolis and calamari as appetizers and each dish was great. The food wasnice and hot and evenly cooked. The entrees were amazing as well. I highly recommend the tortellini if you decide to come.Everything about Strega, the food, service, and ambiance was phenomenal 5/5 will come back again! Read more
Had a fish dinner which would have upped my rating by taste, but it was overcooked and a bit dry. Staff friendly, bread and... special butter yummy, salad very good and generous. BYOB. Would probably try one more time based on flavor and quality offish. Read more
This food is really good. BYOB. The duck was fantastic, the tiramisu was top tier, and the burrata was delicious. Best food... I’ve had in months. 10/10 Read more