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Food - Ciao Bello, Cranford, NJ

Ciao Bello

4.6 (130)
$30 and under
Italian
220 S Ave E, Cranford, NJ 07016-2946

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Ciao Bello

4.6
$30 and under
Italian
Cranford

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
Ciao Bello Restaurants is your neighborhood Italian bistro with a tradition rooted in flavorful food and warm hospitality. At our establishment, your dining pleasure is our priority. Enjoy authentic Italian cuisine right here in Cranford. Enjoy indoor and outdoor patio seating!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    If you need to feed a large group of people, the Italian food catering from Ciao Bello Restaurants may be exactly what you are looking for. We proudly provide some of the best Italian catering around, and we have a wide variety of options to suit all tastes.

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Reviews

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4.6

4.6
(130)
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ciao Bello Restaurant offers a "great outdoor dining experience" with excellent gluten-free options. Standouts include the Chicken Benny and seafood dishes like Branzino and Chilean Sea Bass. Patrons appreciate the "great meal and service," although occasional order mix-ups occur. Enjoy superb outdoor dining with live music for a delightful ambiance.
130 Reviews
  1. Chuck

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great all round as always! Great outdoor dining experience!

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  2. Dave Gold

    New York City35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gluten free options were tremendous. Excellent overall food taste and service.

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  3. Maria

    Connecticut5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I love this place!! We definitely recommend the Chicken Benny. Whatever you decide will be a great choice.

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  4. Ronald Gold

    New York City23 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on August 18, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Ordered veal. Got chicken. Otherwise all ok. Like place but wrong order??

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  5. Stephen Gold

    New York City20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 5, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food and friendly, diligent server. Great Wed. Night option.

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  6. Diana Gold

    Philadelphia1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 25, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall, food was very good. But iceberg wedge was disappointing this time. Mostly lettuce with very little toppings. Have had previously and was much better. Also, while dinners are reasonably priced, appetizers seem a bit high.

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  7. Henry Gold

    New York City43 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 10, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    First time there, food was very good. Our waiter seemed to lose our order so it took a long time to get our entrees but when we did receive them, they were very good. Would go back.

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  8. James Gold

    Caribbean45 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 3, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food . Good prices . Service was just okay .

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  9. Joe Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    You always get a great meal and service at Ciao Bello!

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  10. Wendy

    New York City52 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jack our server was great all the way around. He hustled as 60 person event just finished up. Had help from colleague. Sat outside. Great Branzino, Chilean Sea Bass and Franchese. Desserts excellent. Highly recommend!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    If you need to feed a large group of people, the Italian food catering from Ciao Bello Restaurants may be exactly what you are looking for. We proudly provide some of the best Italian catering around, and we have a wide variety of options to suit all tastes.

FAQs

Yes, Ciao Bello is a solid date‑night choice, praised for its quiet, lovely ambiance and specifically recommended by guests as a good spot for a night out.

Yes, families are welcome: guests report children enjoying the food (one reviewer even mentioned their kids devoured the meal) and the restaurant has successfully hosted baby showers and family bridal showers with accommodating staff.

Ciao Bello feels warm and inviting, a neighborhood Italian bistro rooted in warm hospitality, with soft lighting, friendly service, and a relaxed indoor room plus a pleasant outdoor patio.

Yes, reviewers report Ciao Bello has been open for holidays such as New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Mother's Day and Easter.

Yes, Ciao Bello offers indoor and outdoor patio seating, and guests frequently enjoy dining on the patio, sometimes with live music.

Casual dress is the guide at Ciao Bello Restaurant, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate.

Portions at Ciao Bello are generous, guests frequently describe the food as plentiful, and some even say dishes are enough for two.

Ciao Bello is busiest for holidays and special occasions (New Year's Eve, Mother's Day, Father's Day), while Monday lunchtime and later weekday evenings are often noticeably quieter.

Ciao Bello offers indoor dining and an outdoor patio, guests frequently praise the outdoor seating, and one even noted a singer adding a fun element to the patio experience.

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Ciao Bello

4.6
$30 and under
Italian
Cranford

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 3 times today
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