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Brando's Citi Cucina

162 Main St, Asbury Park, NJ 07712-7027
732-774-2222
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Ranked #1 of 49 restaurants in Asbury Park
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Bar Scene, Groups, Business, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours, Dessert
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Ocean Grove, New Jersey
Top Contributor
59 reviews 59 reviews
42 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013 NEW

I didn't expect much from a renovated old run down tavern; Thought it would be Italian "pubbish". What a delight; most upscale in Asbury now, except for Stella Marina; also excellent; Usual Italian dishes, but many steaks, specials, etc. Nice to find a place that still uses real white tablecloths; the filet mignon was melt in your mouth quality, but... More

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Neptune, NJ
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23 reviews 23 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013 NEW

I've been here twice now, and found it to be very good italian food. I'm not a big fan of italian, so my review may be a bit biased, but I thought the place was very nice and the service was helpful and attentive. The burrata was delicious...try it!

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See 5 more reviews by fallingsnow225 for Asbury Park
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7 reviews 7 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

I first tried this restaurant a few weeks back with a group of friends. It was unbelievably good. Every single appetizer, entree and dessert was loved. The menu is so extensive and interesting it is almost impossible to choose. The people at our table had everything from the Sunday sauce to steaks, veal and seafood. I had the veal stuffed... More

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Manasquan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2013

We have been dining at Brando's for a few years now. When Chef/Owner Steve Botta took over WOW the place just took off. He puts in all his heart & soul into every dish and has such great creativity. You must try his signature drink the "Blood Orange Martini". He has recently even become our caterer for all our home... More

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morris county
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40 reviews 40 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

My wife and I had an early dinner here on a Sunday afternoon, based on TripAdvisor reviews. We were not dissapointed with the taste or quality of the food. A couple of negitives to start. It is very dark and diffulcult to read the menu and see the food at some tables. If a party is going on it can... More

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Millstone, New Jersey
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

The ambiance is beautiful, spacious seating with 5 ladies out for dinner. The waiter Brian was a doll and so efficient. He had a wonderful ability to explain the entrees...and all. The food was amazing!! We shared sangria.....I spend most weekends having dinner out and I have to say one of the best restaurants in NJ. The reviews are legitimate!!... More

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bakay138
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12 reviews 12 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

We went to Brando's to celebrate our wedding anniversary and what a wonderful choice it was! The staff and owner really went out of their way to acknowledge we were celebrating an event with several extras however special treatment for everyone appears to be the norm here at this restaurant. We arrived a 1/2 hour early in advance of our... More

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USA
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57 reviews 57 reviews
26 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 38 cities Reviews in 38 cities
67 helpful votes 67 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

We stopped in Brando's purely by chance and were bowled over by the restaurant. The food is good, and the vegetables particularly well prepared and fresh tasting. The service was efficient, and the owner came by to see how we were doing. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere was effective in getting us to joke with the people at the next... More

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Tinton Falls, New Jersey
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17 reviews 17 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

I have been here twice. The first visit was with a group of 6 and we waited 3 HOURS to be seated WITH a reservation! They comped us some drinks but the wait was completely unacceptable. The food that night was great but the service was exceptionally slow. The second visit we were seated quickly but the service again was... More

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Steven B, Owner at Brando's Citi Cucina, responded to this review
30 April 2013

Margot, First let me apologize for your less than perfect experience. We are always striving to be perfect 100% of the time but the reality that is impossible, but we try and get as close as possible. I don't know which evening you dined, but i will assume Saturday. I go around to every table at least 2 and sometimes... More

Bayville, New Jersey
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23 reviews 23 reviews
12 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 April 2013

I have to admit, this wasn't my first time here. When we are in the mood for Italian and don't want to travel toooo far , this is IT!! Quality..excellent! Wish it was a little more spacious and wish they varied their menu a little more but unless I'm willing to go to Brooklyn or NYC for some funky little... More

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