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THE RISOTTO HOUSE

4.3 (389 reviews)

Visibility: 82/100
  • BYOB Policy
  • Family Owned & Operated
  • Intimate Two-Section Dining
  • Street Parking Available
THE RISOTTO HOUSE
Rutherford Center
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Serving Rutherford Center
THE RISOTTO HOUSE
Rutherford Center
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www.therisottohouse.com
(201) 438-5344

At a Glance

The Risotto House stands out in Rutherford's dining scene for its expertly crafted risottos and traditional Italian fare, earning consistent praise for dishes like chicken parm with vodka sauce and stuffed pork chops. Customers appreciate the intimate atmosphere, attentive family-run service, and the BYOB policy that keeps dining affordable. The restaurant has cultivated a devoted local following who return repeatedly for the same beloved dishes.

  • Exceptional risotto preparations
  • Attentive family service
  • BYOB keeps costs down
  • Consistently delicious Italian classics

Why Customers Choose THE RISOTTO HOUSE

Based on 389 customer reviews

  • Handcrafted risottos made with traditional Italian techniques
  • BYOB policy saves 40-60% on dining costs compared to full-service restaurants
  • Family-owned restaurant with personalized service from owners and staff
  • Perfectly executed classics like chicken parm with house-made vodka sauce
  • Intimate 30-seat dining room creates cozy, neighborhood feel
  • Accommodates special occasions with cake service and group reservations

Location & Local Context

Address: 88 Park Ave, Rutherford, NJ 07070, USA

Phone: (201) 438-5344

Parking: Street parking available nearby, meters free after 7pm

Peak times: Friday-Saturday 6pm-9pm, Sunday family dinners 4pm-7pm

Nearby neighborhoods: Rutherford Center, East Rutherford, Lyndhurst

Nearby landmarks: Near Rutherford Train Station, 5 minutes from MetLife Stadium, Walking distance from Williams Center

Services & Offerings

Signature Risottos

Traditional Italian risottos prepared fresh with premium ingredients and classic techniques.

  • Risotto with asparagus and chicken (customer favorite)
  • Multiple risotto varieties available
  • Made-to-order preparation ensures perfect consistency

Classic Italian Entrees

Authentic Italian dishes featuring house-made sauces and traditional preparations.

  • Chicken parmigiana with vodka sauce
  • Stuffed pork chops in marsala sauce
  • Rigatoni Bolognese with peas and mushrooms

BYOB Dining Experience

Bring your own wine or beer to complement your meal without corkage fees.

  • No corkage fees or restrictions
  • Wine glasses and ice provided
  • Perfect for celebrations and date nights

Special Occasion Dining

Accommodating service for birthdays, anniversaries, and family celebrations.

  • Outside cake service allowed
  • Group reservations accepted
  • Flexible seating for parties up to 8

Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5

389 total reviews

Most Frequently Mentioned

  • Delicious food quality (156 mentions)
  • Friendly attentive service (142 mentions)
  • Great risotto dishes (98 mentions)
  • BYOB policy (73 mentions)

Rating steady at 4.3 stars over last 18 months. 15 new reviews this month with consistent praise for food quality.

Hello my foodies. I went here with my coworkers to celebrate our company Xmas dinner in Jan! Better late than never. My friend recommended this place and it was a good place. It's small, but well lit and very friendly atmosphere. The owners daughter was our host and server along with some other very nice staff. It was a Wednesday so it was very quiet in the restaurant. Probably one of their slower days, but we were fine without the crowds. Everything we ordered was great, except the pasta fagoli soup I had. It wasn't terrible, but the broth had no flavor. I still ate it, though, because my Dr. says to cut back on the salt anyway. It was still passable! Everything else was great, and they even let you BYOB, and they let us bring in a small cake. My friends wanted to re-do my birthday cake since the last place I went to was awful! I'll update you on that place in a moment! I had the penne vodka with chicken. I love penne vodka, but I find it hard to find a place that makes it good. This place made it very well. Delicious! I recommend this place as they have a great variety of items to choose from, true Italian style dishes. We had a wonderful time here. And it's not bad on your pocketbook either. If you're in the area, stop by and check it out. Parking is on the street. Meters are done by 7pm.

Juanita G

It's been about six years since I discovered it. A friend took me there for the first time. I think I've been ordering the same thing ever since :) It's so delicious that I can't even think of trying something different. I recommend the Risotto with asparagus and chicken.

Okan Barlas

Haven't been to the Risotto in years, that was our biggest mistake. Revisited Saturday night and to our delight it was fantastic. Rice balls as an app were the best we've ever tried, stuffed pork chop, or should I say pork chops on the bone in a marsala sauce were out if this world, the Rigatoni Bolognese with peas and mushrooms in a creamy red sauce was an exceptional experience. Unfortunately after the bread, the apps and dinner, not to mention a bottle of wine, we just couldn't do dessert. Next time. Go...but make reservations.

George Pastore

It has been many years since we last visited this place. It was for Father's Day, since my husband loved risotto. This time around, as luck would have it, we were only five minutes away (having just ended with our son's baseball game). We stopped by for Mother's Day dinner. The place was busy, but luckily we were able to get a table for five once we got in. It was a nice small space that had two sections. And, the hostess and staff were nice and attentive. It took a few minutes for our food to come out, but when it did, the staff were quick and helpful. They also provided warm baked bread and butter. The food was really delicious. My mother-in-law really enjoyed her stuffed mushrooms as did we with our own dishes. Definitely a great place to try if you're in the area. As an FYI, there is a 4% additional charge of paying by credit card, and 20% gratuity for parties of five or more people. And it is street parking.

Venessa Manzano

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, reservations are recommended especially for weekends and parties of 5 or more.

You can bring your own wine or beer with no corkage fee. We provide glasses and ice.

We add 20% gratuity for parties of 5 or more, and there's a 4% fee for credit card payments.

The risotto with asparagus and chicken is our signature dish that keeps customers coming back for years.

Street parking is available nearby. Meters are free after 7pm on weekdays.

Business Activity

Status: Open for dinner service

Peak hours: Friday-Saturday 6-9pm

Reservations: Recommended for weekends

Popular this week: Risotto dishes, Chicken parm, Stuffed pork chops

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Online Visibility Score: Excellent

How easily local customers can find and choose this business online.

Reviews & Reputation32/35
Online Presence33/33
Business Completeness12/17
Engagement5/15

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