La Cipollina

4.8 (1049)

$30 and under

Italian

16A W Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728

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La Cipollina

4.8

$30 and under

Italian

Freehold

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2 people

25 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

Recognized by Opentable as ONE OF THE TOP 1% RATED RESTAURANTS WORLDWIDE for a second year in a row.
Zagat review: After three decades, this dependable (if hard-to-find) Freehold Italian BYO maintains its old-world ways with a classic menu of quality items served by an excellent dining room team. The elegant decor lends it special-occasion status.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 308-3830
Website
http://www.lacipollina.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Anthony Braica
Catering
Catering: Ranging  from  10  to  1000  guests
Private party facilities
Ranging from three courses to a six course sit down, buffets, family style dinners and cocktail parties, events and a variety of different stations

Location
16A W Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728
Area
Freehold
Cross Street
South St.
Parking Details
macgackin triangle parking lot
Public transport
New Jersey Transit buses service the "Freehold Center" terminal which is located a block away from La Cipollina Ristorante.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

Sunday Supper Special
1 - 6 people
1 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
Family Style Sunday Dinner $45.00 Per Guest Tax & Service not included *No Discounts Accepted*
Wednesdays & Thursdays Special
1 - 6 people
1 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026
Midweek $45 Pre Fixx Menu Tax & Service not included *No Discounts Accepted*
FOOTBALL SUNDAY TO GO
1 - 6 people
Multiple dates available
COMPLETE MENU SUNDAY TO GO - ½ TRAY FRESH MOZZARELLA - ASPARAGUS, ROASTED PEPPER, EGGPLANT, RED ONION, TOMATO, SUN-DRIED TOMATO, PESTO - ½ TRAY - HOUSE GREENS, CUCUMBERS, RED ONIONS, TOMATOES, RED WINE VINAIGRETTE - ½ TRAY - SUNDAY RAGU, FUSSILI, SLOW COOKED MEATBALLS, SWEET SAUSAGE, BEEF RIBS - ½ TRAY - BELL & EVANS CHICKEN MILANESE, ARUGULA, TOMATO, ONION, REGGIANO, VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, BALSAMIC $250 plus tax feeds 10 - 12ppl 732.3083038 *Orders must be called Mondays to Thursdays from 10am to 2pm *Pick up Sundays: Any time after 1:00pm *All food prepared ready to heat

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Moliterno Truffle
Sardinia Italy, cows milk, black truffle, silky, aged 8 months
Grana Padano Parmigiano Reggiano
Piedmont Italy, raw cow, salty, fruity, nutty, aged 9-24 months
Gorgonzola DOP Piccante
Piedmont Italy, cows milk, crumbly, salty, slightly spicy
Fontina Val D'Aosta
Val D'Aosta Italy, bassi family, raw cow, mushroom, cream, nutty
Aurrichio Provolone
Veneto Italy, locatelli family, full cows milk, salt, dry, aged 9 months
Stella Asiago
Italy, full cows milk, firm, buttery
Essex Manchego (1605 Year of Recipe)
La Mancha Spain, raw sheep, green olive, hazelnut, butterfat, woody, aged 6 months
Fribourg Le Gruyere
Fribourg Switzerland, cave aged, cows milk, rich, silky, oily rind, semi-firm, aged 12 months
Pecorino Romano
Calabria Italy, sheeps milk, rich, silky, nutty, aged 12 months
SISTINA OLIVES, CANDIED NUTS, DRIED FRUITS, GRAPES, PICKELED RED ONION
CHOICE OF FOUR 30.00 CHOICE OF EIGHT 50.00 CHOICE OF TWELVE 70.00

Cicchetti Small Dishes

Arborio Rice Balls
Mozzarella, peas, Parmigiano 5 per piece
Lentils, Garlic, Salsa Verde 10 Plate
V/GF/VG
Warm Olives, Sistina Style, Rosemary 10 Plate
V/GF/VG
Homemade Ricotta, Candied Pistachio, Wildflower Honey, Toasted Crostini 4 Per Piece
Minimum four
Mozzarella, Warm Water 8 Per Piece
V/GF
Roasted Peppers and Roasted Eggplant 10 Plate
V/GF/VG

Charcuterie

Moliterno Truffle, Grana Padano, Aurrichio Provolone, Prosciutto Di Parma, Hot Coppa, Sopressatta, Sistina Olives, Roasted Peppers, Garlic Eggplant
Butcher Plate

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at La Cipollina.

4.8

(1049)

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Monmouth
Best Service
Monmouth
Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

La Cipollina offers an "exceptional" dining experience with "excellent food" and "top-notch service" in a cozy, upscale atmosphere. Known for its "authentic, homemade Italian dishes" like the "spicy vodka pasta," this hidden gem in Freehold delivers memorable evenings complemented by a "welcoming" and "attentive" staff. Highly recommended!

1,049 Reviews

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Linda
New York City11 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Baked clams is not traditional. Lobster and shrimp ariginata was tastless. Salads were good, branzino great. Had to wait a long time to get soup. I was going to cancel but was advised it would be righ out...it wasn't right out.
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David
Philadelphia County1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff and the food preparation were spot on. Although they were out of a couple items, there was plenty to choose from and the meal we had was excellent. We certainly would return. Thank you.
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Joan Gold
New Jersey23 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
BEN IS THE BEST. HE TAKES CARE MAKING SURE EVERYTHING IS PERFECT WITH YOUR MEAL.
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Dena
New York City4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 17 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service is impeccable. Food is delicious and fresh. Atmosphere is perfect. We had the special appetizer: warm burrata over pesto and roasted beets, it was outstanding; the cavatelli with sausage and broccoli rabe and cioppino- fresh and delicious! Our friends had the fried calamari, bronzino, pork chop and lasagna and everyone cleaned their plates. Not cheap but well worth every penny.
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Kevin Gold
New York City26 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service in a perfect atmosphere. Ben was our server and he was a true professional from start to finish. We had the 100 layer lasagna and the pork chop and both were prepared perfectly. If you're adventurous, try the Sardinian cucumber desert. I mean c'mon, when are you going to see cucumbers on a desert menu.
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Rudy Gold
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 10 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Top class food and service Tks to the team for an amazing evening
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brian
Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As a chef i enjoy having the opportunity to get out to enjoy others gastronomy. I had the chicken scarpiello special and it was outstanding. The balsamic Demi was mellowed with butter and paired well with the potatoes and spinach. Service was excellent too.
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Catherine Gold
Philadelphia County53 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated my parents’ 74th anniversary yesterday. The food was delicious and the service was superb. First class all the way around. We will definitely return.
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Gary Gold
New York City6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 October 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great find! We were there early because we had a show after dinner, so it was very quiet and the music was enjoyable. The service was excellent, not rushed and personable. The food was delicious, hand crafted, and special, and byob was a plus.
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David
New York City7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent weekday all inclusive menu at an excellent price
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American, Farm-to-table
Hours of Operation
Dinner Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(732) 308-3830
Website
http://www.lacipollina.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Anthony Braica
Catering
Catering: Ranging  from  10  to  1000  guests
Private party facilities
Ranging from three courses to a six course sit down, buffets, family style dinners and cocktail parties, events and a variety of different stations

Location
16A W Main St, Freehold, NJ 07728
Area
Freehold
Cross Street
South St.
Parking Details
macgackin triangle parking lot
Public transport
New Jersey Transit buses service the "Freehold Center" terminal which is located a block away from La Cipollina Ristorante.
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Yes, guests describe the kitchen as offering seasonal menus, with dishes that change to highlight fresh, garden-driven ingredients.

Wednesday and Thursday evenings are a popular pick, the restaurant runs a prix-fixe on those nights that guests have praised.

Yes, La Cipollina is a go-to date-night spot, praised for its intimate, warm atmosphere, candlelit evenings and attentive, unhurried service.

Yes, guests have dined outside at La Cipollina and enjoyed it, reporting visits in both indoor rooms and outdoors.

Portions at La Cipollina are generous, many guests say they leave comfortably full and often take leftovers home.

La Cipollina is especially worth a midweek visit, guests recommend Wednesday or Thursday evenings for the $45 three-course prix-fixe, calling it a wonderful value and very satisfying.

Yes, the menu includes clearly marked vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes, such as the Risotto (V) and several Cicchetti and contorni items labelled V/GF/VG.

Casual dress, neat, comfortable attire is appropriate; the restaurant’s elegant decor and special‑occasion feel means some guests do dress up a touch.

La Cipollina feels warm and old‑world with an intimate, elegant dining room, tuxedoed staff, soft Italian music and occasional live singing add to its special‑occasion charm.

Yes, La Cipollina has a dedicated Children’s Menu and multiple reviews describe family visits and staff who warmly accommodated a baby, making it a family-friendly choice.

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La Cipollina

4.8

$30 and under

Italian

Freehold

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2 people

25 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

La Cipollina

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La Cipollina

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Additional information

Sunday Supper Special

Wednesdays & Thursdays Special

FOOTBALL SUNDAY TO GO

Formaggio Artisanal Cheese

Moliterno Truffle

Grana Padano Parmigiano Reggiano

Gorgonzola DOP Piccante

Fontina Val D'Aosta

Aurrichio Provolone

Stella Asiago

Essex Manchego (1605 Year of Recipe)

Fribourg Le Gruyere

Pecorino Romano

SISTINA OLIVES, CANDIED NUTS, DRIED FRUITS, GRAPES, PICKELED RED ONION

Cicchetti Small Dishes

Arborio Rice Balls

Lentils, Garlic, Salsa Verde 10 Plate

Warm Olives, Sistina Style, Rosemary 10 Plate

Homemade Ricotta, Candied Pistachio, Wildflower Honey, Toasted Crostini 4 Per Piece

Mozzarella, Warm Water 8 Per Piece

Roasted Peppers and Roasted Eggplant 10 Plate

Charcuterie

Moliterno Truffle, Grana Padano, Aurrichio Provolone, Prosciutto Di Parma, Hot Coppa, Sopressatta, Sistina Olives, Roasted Peppers, Garlic Eggplant

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

Additional information

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