Piccolo Bistro

4.2 (557)

$30 and under

Italian

29 Chestnut St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450

About this restaurant

Great for outdoor dining
Neighborhood gem
Romantic

Piccolo Bistro is Ridgewood's premier Italian Eatery. We feature Fine food and a great ambience with plenty of outdoor seating on our covered patio. Please visit us today. We are open for lunch and dinner on weekends and for dinner on weekdays. Piccolo Bistro offers homemade pastas and only fresh ingredients. In addition to the regular menu, we have weekly specials, as well as gluten free and vegetarian options.
We are a BYOB and will gladly open your favorite bottle without a corkage fee.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(201) 882-1111
Website
http://piccolobistro.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Piccolo Bistro offers catering for any occasion, including free delivery and set up. Please call us on 201-882-1111 for menu options and other details.
Private party facilities
Piccolo Bistro offers private parties in our main dining room or covered outdoor patio. We have hosted many Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Baby and Bridal Showers, and Holiday Parties among other events. Please call us on 201-882-1111 for menu options and other details.

Location
29 Chestnut St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Neighborhood
Ridgewood, New Jersey
Cross street
Franklin Ave, Ridgewood Ave
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Easy walk to NJ Transit Train or Bus Stations
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Burrata Caprese$16.00
Garden tomato, burrata, basil pesto, balsamic glaze
Caesar Insalata$15.00
Romaine, Caesar Dressing, Cherry Tomatoes, Parmesan
Barbabietola$15.00
Beets, Baby Spinach, Goat Cheese, Pears, Toasted Pine Nuts, Lemon Aioli, Balsamic Glaze
Panzanella$14.00
Organic greens, cucumber, tomatoes, red onions, capers, ciabatta crostini, preserved lemon vinaigrette

Per Comenciare

Eggplant Rollatini$15.00
Homemade Mozzarella in a Vodka Sauce
Cozze$15.00
P.e.i. Mussels, Saffron Cream Sauce
Frito Misto$16.00
Fried Calamari, Shrimp, Tangerine Tomato Remoulade
La Polenta$14.00
Grilled Polenta, Mushroom, Artichokes, Light Marinara
Grilled Octopus$24.00
Served with Chickpeas, Quinoa and Roasted Peppers
Arancini di Mare$17.00
Risotto seafood balls, creamy shrimp sauce

Pasta

Gluten Free Pasta Available

Penne Ala Vodka$24.00
With English peas
Rigatoni Bolognese$27.00
Linguine Alle Vongole$29.00
Linguine Pasta, Clams in a Garlic White Wine Sauce
Ravioli$25.00
Fried Cheese Ravioli, Marinara Sauce, Melted Mozzarella
Gnocchi Cacio e Pepe$25.00
Homemade Potato Dumplings, in a Shallot, Black Pepper, Pecorino
Tagliatelle Nero$33.00
Homemade Ink Tagliatelle, Crab Meat, Shrimp, Cherry Tomatoes, Garlic White Wine Sauce
Shrimp Scampi$29.00
Shrimp in a Scampi Sauce with Parmesan over Angel Hair Pasta
Pappardelle$31.00
Homemade pappardelle, braised lamb ragu, ricotta mint
Lobster Ravioli$36.00
Brandied Cream Sauce Topped with Shrimp
Seafood Linguine$39.00
Mussels, Clams, Calamari and Shrimp in a Fresh Tomato and Basil Sauce
Risotto of the Day
Please Ask About our Weekly Specials
- M/P

Secondi

Pollo

Chicken Francese$25.00
in a Lemon White Wine Sauce Served with Roasted Potatoes and Sautéed Vegetables
Chicken Marsala$27.00
Mushrooms, Marsala Wine Sauce Served with Linguine
Chicken Parmigiana$26.00
Homemade Mozzarella Served with Linguine in a Homemade Marinara Sauce
Pollo alla Saltimbocca$28.00
Chicken Breast, Prosciutto Di Parma, Spinach, Homemade Mozzarella in a Roasted Garlic White Wine Sauce Served with Linguini

Carni

Veal Marsala$34.00
Veal Scallopini in a Mushroom Marsala Wine Sauce Served with Linguini
Veal alla Saltimbocca$35.00
Prosciutto Di Parma, Spinach, Homemade Mozzarella in a Roasted Garlic White Wine Sauce Served with Linguini
Bistecca$37.00
Marinated Grilled Skirt Steak Served with Double Baked Potato and Grilled Vegetables
Veal Parmigiana$34.00
Veal Scallopini, Homemade Mozzarella Served with Linguine in a Homemade Marinara Sauce
Piccolo Burger$26.00
Organic beef burger, caramelized onions, mushrooms, gruyere, served with fresh cut fries

Pesce

Salmone$33.00
Pan Seared Salmon with Artichokes and Capers in a Lemon Butter White Wine Sauce served with Roasted Potatoes and Sauteed Seasonal Vegetables
Branzino$38.00
Fresh Filet of Branzino with an Olive Oil, White Wine and Light Marinara Sauce served with Mussels, Roasted Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables
Fish of the Day
Please Ask About Our Weekly Specials
- M/P

Contorni

$11

Crispy Rosemary Potatoes$11.00
Seasonal Grilled Vegetables$11.00
Tuscan Braised Broccoli Rabe$11.00
Parmigiano Truffle Fries$11.00
Pasta$11.00

Dessert

$11

Homemade Tiramisu
Tartufo
Chocolate Lava Cake
Served with Vanilla Ice Cream

Featured Drinks

We Proudly Serve Lavazza

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Piccolo Bistro.

4.2

(557)

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4.0Value

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553 Reviews

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George
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on November 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious lunch meal. Service, ambience and food impeccable. Highly recommended.
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John
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was outstanding. High quality food and impeccable service. Ambiance romantic and old fashioned which we loved. Best restaurant in Ridgewood.
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Luis
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant. Delicious food and great service. Everything was perfect.
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Carles
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food quality. Great service. Quite, cozy and romantic. Definitely coming back.
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George
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was impeccable. From the service to the food. Best Italian restaurant in ridgewood. Will be back again.
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Harry
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A classic, traditional Italian restaurant. The food was outstanding! Definitely tasted like Italian food. We got two appetizers( Grilled Octopus, Cozze) they were exquisite. For entrees, we ordered Homemade Tagliatelle Nero, Salmone, and Bistecca. They were fresh and huge portions enough to take home. The ambience was quiet, and romantic. Clean and neat restaurant. Service was impeccable. Definitely a place to try out
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Roger
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on October 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food. Cozy place. Excellent service. Definitely recommended.
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Andrew
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful indoor dining Italian restaurant. A cozy, quiet, and romantic Italian restaurant to dine in. To start, we got their Barbabietola Salad to share. Perfect portion to share for two people, fresh, rich and delicious salad. For entrees, I got the Chicken Parm and my wife got the Branzino. Amazing dishes, the sauce of the chicken parm was unique and surprisingly delicious. I’m not a fan of marinara sauce but the way this restaurant made it was rich and very flavorful. Fresh fillet Branzino, flaky and filling. my wife and I were happy and satisfied with our dishes. For dessert we got their homemade Tiramisu. A huge piece of tiramisu was brought to the table, we both shared it and it hid right the spot. Our server was great, attentive, friendly and knowledgeable. Food came on time, the ambience was just what we were looking for. High quality food, high professional service and perfect ambiance. We will definitely come back.
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Andrew
Unspecified2 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dined in at piccolo bistro for lunch today. We sat outside, in their beautiful patio. We were received warmly and kindly. The server was kind, knowledgeable and efficient, very professional. We ordered fritto misto to start, it was delicious. It was crispy and flavorful, great size to share for two. For our entrees, we ordered homemade papardelle and seafood linguine. Amazing dishes, huge portions, filling and with an exquisite flavor. Without a doubt by far, the best food and restaurant of Ridgewood. The ambience was tranquil and inviting. Can’t wait to come back, highly recommended.
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Nino
Miami1 review
5.0
Dined on October 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Walking into Piccolo Bistro instantly felt inviting—the kind of place where you know you’re about to have a great night. The owner greeted us with such kindness, and the servers wasted no time making sure we were settled in comfortably, even with the restaurant being packed. That warm start set the perfect tone for the rest of our evening. The service was exceptional—attentive without being overwhelming. Our bread arrived fresh and warm, accompanied by olive oil for dipping that was so simple yet so delicious. Appetizers and entrees came out quickly, and throughout the evening the servers checked in with genuine care to make sure everything was perfect. The food was the real highlight. The seafood appetizer was fresh and flavorful, the chicken parm was perfectly prepared and comforting, and the seafood linguine stood out as one of the best pasta dishes we’ve ever had. Every bite showed attention to detail and authentic Italian flavors. We ended on a sweet note with the tiramisu, which was absolutely fantastic—light, creamy, and rich in flavor. The atmosphere made the experience even better. Dining outside under the lights created such a cozy, inviting vibe. The energy of other happy guests around us added to the charm, and the BYOB option is a great touch—it’s nice being able to bring your own wine to pair with such great food. Overall, Piccolo Bistro isn’t just another Italian spot—it’s truly one of a kind in Ridgewood. Between the amazing food, the welcoming staff, the beautiful outdoor setting, and the thoughtful touches, it’s the kind of place you look forward to coming back to. I can’t wait to return with more friends and family to share the experience.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–10:30 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(201) 882-1111
Website
http://piccolobistro.net/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Piccolo Bistro offers catering for any occasion, including free delivery and set up. Please call us on 201-882-1111 for menu options and other details.
Private party facilities
Piccolo Bistro offers private parties in our main dining room or covered outdoor patio. We have hosted many Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Baby and Bridal Showers, and Holiday Parties among other events. Please call us on 201-882-1111 for menu options and other details.

Location
29 Chestnut St, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Neighborhood
Ridgewood, New Jersey
Cross street
Franklin Ave, Ridgewood Ave
Parking details
Public Lot
Public transit
Easy walk to NJ Transit Train or Bus Stations
Additional
BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Piccolo Bistro

About this restaurant

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Daily Specials

Insalata

Burrata Caprese$16.00

Caesar Insalata$15.00

Barbabietola$15.00

Panzanella$14.00

Per Comenciare

Eggplant Rollatini$15.00

Cozze$15.00

Frito Misto$16.00

La Polenta$14.00

Grilled Octopus$24.00

Arancini di Mare$17.00

Pasta

Penne Ala Vodka$24.00

Rigatoni Bolognese$27.00

Linguine Alle Vongole$29.00

Ravioli$25.00

Gnocchi Cacio e Pepe$25.00

Tagliatelle Nero$33.00

Shrimp Scampi$29.00

Pappardelle$31.00

Lobster Ravioli$36.00

Seafood Linguine$39.00

Risotto of the Day

Secondi

Pollo

Chicken Francese$25.00

Chicken Marsala$27.00

Chicken Parmigiana$26.00

Pollo alla Saltimbocca$28.00

Carni

Veal Marsala$34.00

Veal alla Saltimbocca$35.00

Bistecca$37.00

Veal Parmigiana$34.00

Piccolo Burger$26.00

Pesce

Salmone$33.00

Branzino$38.00

Fish of the Day

Contorni

Crispy Rosemary Potatoes$11.00

Seasonal Grilled Vegetables$11.00

Tuscan Braised Broccoli Rabe$11.00

Parmigiano Truffle Fries$11.00

Pasta$11.00

Dessert

Homemade Tiramisu

Tartufo

Chocolate Lava Cake

Featured Drinks

Additional information

Permanently Closed