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Nicchio
"Italy Has A New Address!" Nicchio Ristorante, a Tuscan trattoria located in Downtown Belmar amidst the Shark River and Atlantic Ocean, specializes in rustic Italian Cuisine emphasizing the flavors and decor of Tuscany. Owner Dan DiCesare and Executive Chef Eric Yegelwel have reinvented a menu that boasts many classic Italian favorites including Nicchio Paella, Veal Milanese, Pollo Parmigiana and many more. All of our pasta is homemade on-site daily. Nicchio offers a warm & inviting ambiance. Happy Hour is daily from 2 to 7pm, offering our $5 bar menu and drink specials. Nicchio also offers party packages for your special events, and all menus can be tailored to your specific needs. Find us on Facebook and keep updated with upcoming wine tasting dinners, live music nights, fundraisers and specials! We welcome you to Nicchio!
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47 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 47 reviews
5 stars
(13)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(11)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(24)
- vibrant bar scene(19)
- fit for foodies(15)
- special occasion(15)
- notable wine list(14)
- good for groups(11)
Nicchio Reviews List
Review 1 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great experience
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great Jersey Shore find. Food and service were both great, even on a hectic Mother 's Day. We'll be back"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 2 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of our Favs!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We often dine here. The service is great, the food is amazing and different! Sangria is a must!"
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 3 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nice atmosphere. Lively, fun bar with great music. Food and service in dining room was okay."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene
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Review 4 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We enjoyed our dinner and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our dinner and had gone there specifically because the Danny Whie Band was playing..."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful atmoshere, flatbread
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful atmoshere, flatbread was taste and very good."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We happened to be there on
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We happened to be there on a night that was a 50's theme night with a band and we sat two tables away from the band which was rather loud. Our food was good but portion are very small and other than 4 sprigs of asparagus my fish didn't come with anything else. Definitely disappointed"
Dined on 04/20/2013
2008
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Review 7 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
OVER PRICED
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Very confusing when you first walk in to know where to check in for a reservation.
The food was VERY overpriced for the portions you got.
The pasta fagoli tasted like ministone soup and the caesar salad was VERY small (and expensive!) The $10 ice cream consisted of 2 - 3 scoops of ice cream, 2 VERY small but delicious brownies, a tiny layer of nutella and whip cream.
The food was VERY overpriced for the portions you got.
The pasta fagoli tasted like ministone soup and the caesar salad was VERY small (and expensive!) The $10 ice cream consisted of 2 - 3 scoops of ice cream, 2 VERY small but delicious brownies, a tiny layer of nutella and whip cream.
The service was very good, except confusing. Every time we were served something it was by another person, but yet our water glasses remained empty."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
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Review 8 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Go there!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Nicchio was a great experience all around. The food was all amazing. Italian sushi? Really? So good. We also had little neck clams and an eggplant appetizer all some of the best I've had in a while. They have a lot of gluten free options and the fish was super fresh and perfectly cooked. The server was knowledgable and attentive. There was live music on the Saturday night we went so it may be a tad loud for some. I hate loud restaurants and I was fine and we actually hung at the bar and listened to them after dinner. Highly recommend."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 9 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We went for Restaurant Week,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went for Restaurant Week, and found they had a nice selection."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Had a 7 pm dinner reservation.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a 7 pm dinner reservation. Band was playing in the front of the restaurant by the bar, extremely loud, and not especially good.
Pleasant environment in general minus the loud background music.
Great appetizers, average dinner, good service."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 11 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Nocchio is notable
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Waitress was friendly, knowledgeable and efficient. Food was great!"
Dined on 03/20/2013
2007
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Review 12 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyed the dinner very much.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the dinner very much. Slight problem with entree not coming out. Manager came over to appologize and comped desset and coffee. Would definately go back. Food was excellent."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Special Occassion Place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was ok but nothing was amazing. Entrees served small portions in a giant bowls! Chicken parm portion was very large and good. Desserts were yummy as were the cocktails. I had hoped the homemade pasta would be better, unfortunately not wowed.
Nicchio's is overpriced for the area and the restaurant itself. Service was perfect-enough said! Also it is a noisy restaurant because the bar is right there.
Def a special occassion or group place but not a regular on my list."
Nicchio's is overpriced for the area and the restaurant itself. Service was perfect-enough said! Also it is a noisy restaurant because the bar is right there.
Def a special occassion or group place but not a regular on my list."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Not bad......
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I are foodies, always have been. We've been all over the planet, & have eaten at some of the best restaurants in the world, so when we eat out, we never know what to expect. Nicchio is an old place, with a huge bar, which was hopping! The dining room, which is where we sat, is more sedate, and very old and dated, a typical, old Jersey shore restaurant. The waitress was fantastic! The food was okay. The fried calamari was pretty good. My husband had fettucine with a pork ragu, I had pasta with sausage & broccoli rabe. Both were pretty decent. It's good, home style cooking. Nothing fancy or innovative. Will we go back? Maybe."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 15 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The pork ragu w/ fettucini
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The pork ragu w/ fettucini was much too sweet - both my husband & i could not even eat it - we changed it out for the linguini & clams & that was so overpowering with garlic, that we could not eat that also. The Peroni on tap was good - first time we had it on tap. The appetizers were good - we had the fried calamari & the cheese board & salami's but i don't think you could go wrong with those dishes. Unfortunately, the entrees were too overpowering with spices & the salad needed more flavor, maybe more salt!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
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Review 16 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It was a nice night. The food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was a nice night. The food was good and the service was good. Nice atmosphere."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2005
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Review 17 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
What a find. We absolutely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a find. We absolutely loved the experience. The food was outstanding, service great and ambience wonderful. We all had the Caesar salad. I had the salmon that was lovely. My son had the orecciette with sausage. He always picks the best entre. My husband had the veal saltimboca which was excellent. Dessert consisted of tiramisu and creme brûlée,both of which were yummy. We especially loved the olive oil with pesto to dunk he bread in. I could have eaten that all night. I highly recommend Nicchio's."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was generally good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was generally good. The homemade pasta was excellent although when I reheated my leftovers at home, the amount of oil in the carbonara was gross. The paella had seafood that was overcooked. The fried calamari was perfectly cooked. We did not have dessert since our food took a long time to get to us (and it wasn't very crowded)."
Dined on 01/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Nicchio
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's hit or miss for us when
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's hit or miss for us when we go to Nicchio; probably won't return because the last few trips were misses. Calamari very chewy. When our waitress took the near full plate away and asked if everything was OK with the dish, we explained why it wasn't OK and got a raised eyebrow in reply. Second time I ordered the Lattuga salad and kicked myself for paying $8. for a few leaves of lettuce and barely a sliver of pear. What happened? This salad used to be terrific. Last trip, way overdone chicken parm. On the other hand, the orichiette dish with sausage and brocolli rabe is always great, nice desserts, nice wine list and generally good service."
Dined on 01/18/2013
2012
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Nicchio
Based on the average of (28) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic