Prime 259 - River Edge

We enjoyed a snowy day lunch with the very pleasant Susan and some deliciousness!

I wasn't impressed with the fact that a 20% gratuity was added to the total of my check for a party of 3. I understand that with larger parties of 6 or 8 and more establishments do sometimes add the optional gratuity, but for a party of 3? It seemed a little sneaky, I would have tipped at least 20% maybe more depending on the service.

Great service, excellent food, I had not been there since it was renovated and loved the renovations, owner visited the tables, a great experience overall and will return.

The owner Carmine makes a point to visit every table, not something you see in most restaurants nowadays. Wonderful live music and excellent authentic Italian food. The staff seem inexperienced but I expect that everywhere these days. At least they were polite and tried very hard! A hidden gem in River Edge that I have already recommended to my friends!

The staff was so inviting. They made you feel welcomed. The atmosphere was calm and soothing. Music was not too loud which makes having conversations so easy. I cannot tell you how important that is to me. The food was delicious. I had the penne vodka. It didn’t disappoint. I recommend you try the pasta fagioli. It was one of the best I’ve ever had. Will definitely go back again.