Focacceria: A Hidden Gem of Italian Cuisine in Basking Ridge

Excellent food and a great intimate setting. Had the claims and mussels in a spicy sauce. Followed by a spinach fettuccine with crab meat special. The veal was also very good. And to top it off, had the tres leche dessert. Our server gave us great recommendations. First time dinning here and will definitely come again!

Wow! We had dinner here with friends and I think this was the best meal I've had dining out in a long time. The atmosphere was warm and friendly, the server was charming, and the food was divine. I had the Brussels sprouts salad with crispy pancetta So good. Hubby had tri colore and our friends split the sweet and spicy fried calamari. For the main, 2 of us had chicken stuffed with pancetta and fontina cheese, served with asparagus and mashed potatoes. My husband enjoyed black on pasta with shrimp and scallops and spicy marinara. Another guest was delighted with the filleted branzino and roasted vegetables. Just a wonderful meal and happy to have shared it with good friends. I highly recommend this restaurant. It's about 35 minute drive for us but well worth the trip! Can't wait to go back!

Wow - what a hole in the wall gem. So delicious and the staff all so wonderful, almost hate to leave a positive review in fear of it being discovered! The appetizers recommended by the waiter were spot on - stuffed cauliflower flowers and the sweet and spicy calamari -- we were licking our fingers! The pesto that came with the complimentary bread was sweet and so much more interesting and fun than butter / olive oil. My wife asked for a specific entree but "hold" the seafood, they eagerly and happily replaced the shrimp with chicken and it was scumptious. I asked for a recommendation and the suggestion of the black linguine... the sauce for "lick the bottom of the plate" good. And when I saw the option I did not choose - all I could think about was how delicious it looked for next time! To finish it off - 2 flavors of home made gelato. Delightful. And a small cordial of sambuca and coffee beans - yum. It was too cold, but the outdoor seating in the summer looks amazing as well. What a wonderful little family owned gem - 5 stars and we will definitely be going back as soon as we can.

The food is always delicious and my family LOVES the gelato for dessert!! We just have to remember to bring our own wine here!

Great service. I've been several times. Nice atmosphere, too. They always have interesting specials. Loved their fig appetizer.

This is our go to special occasion restaurant! The outdoor seating is always really nice during the spring and summer time. The food always has great flavor and quality ingredients. Every table gets bread and an oil/pesto dip to start. For starters we got the zucchini flowers and peach salad. Both items had interesting, but delicious, ingredient pairings. For dinner we got the orecchiette, risotto, and penne with eggplant. The orecchiette had a good garlic sauce, but the broccoli rabe was a little on the bitter side. On previous occasions, we have also gotten the warm chocolate cake, which was SO GOOD.

Went for a birthday dinner. We were a large party so we were upstairs. We had a wonderful server who knew the menu inside and out. He was helpful in guiding us in what to order. It was a beautiful restored house and great setting.

I cannot say enough about this place!! Highly recommend this unique Italian BYOB - especially if you have the chance to sit outside on the patio, such a vibe! The menu is flawless through and through, the service is impeccable and I tasted the best gelato in my life here! Pork chop was top notch and their appetizers are not only presented nicely, they taste great!

First time at this BYOB location and I absolutely loved! Highly recommend the sweet and spicy calamari as an appetizer as well as the meatballs. The service was awesome, ask for Danny he was the best. Not big on dessert but I had their pistachio and cherry ice cream which I usually would never order and I'm still thinking about it the next day! Outdoor patio is quiet and intimate definitely a good date night!

What a lovely dinner spot! Their outdoor set-up is so nice and spacious with their patio area and large tent on the lawn. I came for dinner with family, and we had a wonderful and comfortable meal here. Even though we sat on the patio facing the road, it didn't feel noisy at all. For dinner I ordered the Seafood Ravioli with Asparagus. It only came with six raviolis but were so delicious with the sauce (I was almost tempted to slurp it)! My family also enjoyed their meals; everyone was happy and satisified. I also have to mention that the complimentary focaccia bread and herbed butter was delicious - it's no wonder why they're named Foccaceria! Lovely spot overall for a nice Italian dinner. Also BYOB, so don't forget to bring your favorite bottle of wine.