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Marsilios Kitchen
Marsilio’s Kitchen is the latest creation of Alan Meinster, owner of Marsilio’s Catering and Event Planning. Meinster is best known for the personal dining experience he and his team of chefs provided at Marsilio’s Restaurant in Chambersburg, NJ from 1986 to 2007.
The newly named “Kitchen” honors the original Marsilio’s Kitchen established in 1951. It offers an eclectic Italian menu, balancing traditional Italian selections such as its popular chicken cacciatore dish, with the latest in culinary trends. The value driven menu features homemade dishes with fresh ingredients seasoned to perfection.
The Kitchen’s ambiance transports diners to the rolling hills of the Tuscan countryside, and highlights a family style Farm Table for 16. They also offer Theme Nights, a Private Dining Room for 100, Corporate Drop-off Catering and Curbside Take-Away. Whether it’s a first date or a casual dinner with the whole family, there is something for everyone!
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77 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 77 reviews
5 stars
(31)
4 stars
(39)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(48)
- special occasion(32)
- fit for foodies(31)
- good for groups(24)
- romantic(17)
- great for lunch(8)
Marsilios Kitchen Reviews List
Review 1 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
AWESOME!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"WE WENT FOR MOTHER'S DAY. THE RESTAURANT OFFERED A FULL MENU, NOT A SPECIAL LIMITED MENU AS OTHER RESTAURANTS OFFER FOR MOTHER'S DAY. THE FOOD AND SERVICE WAS GREAT. WE HAVE DINED AT MARSILIO'S KITCHEN MANY MANY TIMES AND WE ARE NEVER DISAPPOINTED!!! ALAN, CHEF/OWNER ALWAYS WALKS THROUGHT THE RESTAURANT TO GREET THE DINERS. HE ALWAYS MAKES YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE VISITING HIS HOME."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Evening at Marsilio's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went there for an early dinner on 5/11/2013. From the moment we sat down, it was a perfect experience. The owner takes time to visit each table and the service is attentive without being intrusive. Food was perfect. We enjoyed the sausage appetizer (will get this regularly now) and everyone loved their entrees. I had a veal dish with mushrooms, it was delightful. Others had the filet with bernaise sauce, which I tasted, it was tender and delish. I had the Canoli Sundae for a treat, and the pistachio gelato was delicious. We will be returning soon for my birthday! Loved it and looking forward to making this a "usual" place for us."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Food and Large Portions
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is very good and portion size is on the large size. Four of us had dinner and all took home leftovers. Our service was a little slow due to the waiter having a table of 8 he needed to deal with. The table size needs some improvement or they need to take off some of the table items as there was very little room when appetizers, bread and out wine bucket was put on the table. While this table was for four, it really would have been a better table for 2 or 3 people. Overall I would still recommend a visit to Marsilios's Kitchen."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Pleasantly surprised!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We used to dine at the Marsiello's in Trenton and weren't aware they had opened this location in Ewing. The atmosphere was warm yet nice. My husband had the chicken cacciatore and I had veal parm. Both were delicious. We will definitely be returning."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the food, veal parm, chicken pharm and their panko crusted snapper where soo good."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We used to dine in Marsilios in the Burg, first time for us in Ewing and it was very good. We will keep it on our list!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our first time eating there
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first time eating there and will definitely keep it in mind for the future."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
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Review 8 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great time with friends
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is excellent as always. Brought friends for first time and had a great time. Good menu options."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good, noise
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was very good, noise level just enough to ensure privacy of converstaion. Server seemed to be inexperienced, but nice."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 10 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Marsilios was a classic Italian
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Marsilios was a classic Italian restaurant in the Chambersburg section of Trenton when that area offered the best dining in the Delaware Valley. Now located in nearby Ewing, this version of Marsilios is a pleasant reminder of the past. It still offers very good Italian food at moderate prices. The menu thoughtfully marks the original Chambersburg recipies for those of us who yearn for the days when there was excellent dining on every block in the Burg."
Dined on 04/25/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of our favorites. Reliably
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of our favorites. Reliably excellent food, great value."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
It's OK. We are spoiled from
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's OK. We are spoiled from the old Chambersburg section of Trenton. There are a plethora of Italian places as good or better"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2010
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Review 13 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The best Italian BYOB in Mercer
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The best Italian BYOB in Mercer County!"
Dined on 04/21/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food is superb. Excellent
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food is superb. Excellent service. Very knowledgable wait staff. Lovely place to go for lunch or dinner. Beautifully decorated."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 15 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Incredible Dining in a quiet Gem !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We have eaten a lot in places like NYC...some of the best places in the world. Marsilio's is right up there with them. All four of us had meals that were superb. It could not be better. I would highly recommend Marsilio's to anyone who wants a fine dining experience."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious as always. It's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious as always. It's hard not to order the same thing every time, because it's so good...but try something new...it's always delicious."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Always enjoy dining at Marsilio's.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Always enjoy dining at Marsilio's. Nice place for 2; fun place for more. Food is always
terrific and service is friendly and knowledgeable."
terrific and service is friendly and knowledgeable."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were there for Easter and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were there for Easter and it was very nice. The Veal Saltimboco was terrific and my wife had the Filet Mignon which was outstanding. We will be back soon."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Marsilios is a nice restaurant,
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Marsilios is a nice restaurant, have been there several times and have found the food is just lacking something. Chicken Catch is just not the same as it used to be. Have heard they changed chefs and maybe that's the reason."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2007
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Review 20 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A bit too much cream sauce
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A bit too much cream sauce with the gnocchi, but all in all the food was tasty."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Friendly service and fun,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Friendly service and fun, homey atmosphere. Traditional Italian food in big portions. Lots of cream and/or meat in most dishes. The food is okay, not excellent."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2004
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Review 22 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
MARSILIOS IS THE GREATEST!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The owner/chef Alan, greeted us at the door as if we were coming to his home. He also saw us out the door when we were leaving. He continually asked if everything was to our liking. We have dined at Marsilios Kitchen several times and have never been disappointed."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyable evening
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was our second visit to Marsilios and we enjoyed it both times. Benjamin, our waiter again, is wonderful. Attentive and knowledgable.
The artichoke hearts appetizer is amazing and generous. So is the chopped antipasto salad (enough for two). The dinner salads are scrumptious. The crispy salmon was very good as was the stuffed flounder with shrimp and crab. The shrimp were large delicious shrimp and there were lumps of crab meat. I forgot there was a pink cream sauce, which many people like, but once again they were generous and I found it overwhelmed the dish a bit.
Our friends had pasta alfredo with sausage (liked it) and a veal chop (the only disappointment as it had too much gristle).
We will go again."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
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Review 24 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
When we arrived we were seated
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"When we arrived we were seated right away. Noise level was very quite but this was a Tuesday night. Food was excellent and hot. We took our time eating without feeling we had to leave in an hour. The only thing I thought our pinot grigio should have been colder."
Dined on 03/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our first visit since you
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our first visit since you left Chambersburg ... welcome back!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 26 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Staff was very friendly, food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Staff was very friendly, food was excellent, enjoyed Unionville Pinot Noir, wish I had room for dessert (which looked delicious) but I was too full to partake. Had been to Marsilio's in Trenton, but this was the first time we went to Ewing--will definitely go again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 27 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My family of four visited
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My family of four visited this restaurant after reading the reviews on Open Table. We wanted a place near TCNJ, my daughter's school. Our manicotti, gnocchi, and salmon dishes were delicious, and I especially enjoyed the beet salad, but the "crispy" calamari were not crispy. They were somewhat soggy and bland. The outside of the restaurant does not look very inviting, as it appeared completely closed and locked up with parking in the rear. However, the inside is extremely warm and inviting. We would definitely visit it again."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 28 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Worth another try?
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Prior to last Sunday evening, we had dinner at Marsilio's three or four times and loved it. What happened this time? The special oysters of the evening were blah and the calamari was not crispy. In the entree' zone, the stuffed fish was soft and mushy...two people had that. The other three adults were satisfied with their entrées."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2006
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Review 29 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Lunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Went for lunch with a colleague from out-of-state. I had the tilapia francaise; he ordered the chicken cacciatore. Both meals were very well done both in presentation and in taste. Service was attentive and polite. The main dining room was nearly full on a rainy Tuesday though staff had no problem addressing the demand. My colleague was so pleased with the experience he has already planned to bring his wife to Marsilio's in the near future."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 30 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Diverse menu. Large portion
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Diverse menu. Large portion size. Server was very friendly, but forgetful."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 31 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The front desk/ reception
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The front desk/ reception area seems to feel that they are doing you a "favor" to dine with them.. maybe,they should rethink that sort of attitude."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 32 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Very enjoyable meal in an
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very enjoyable meal in an appealing setting. Service was great and we never felt rushed. Definately would go back"
Dined on 01/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 33 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We always enjoy our dinner at Marsillios. Service and food are consistently great. We keep coming back to support this family business. It's truly a neighborhood gem!"
Dined on 01/19/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 34 for Marsilios Kitchen
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Wonderful restaurant....and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful restaurant....and this time a very attentive hostess. Very much appreciated Allan's call after my last visit. Yay, Marsilios!"
Dined on 12/29/2012
2003
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Marsilios Kitchen
Based on the average of (43) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic