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Have You Eaten at Domenico's?

The traditional Italian menu at Domenico's Eatery on River Road in Fair Lawn features dishes not oft available at your typical Pizzeria-style restaurant.

I’m not complaining. 

Not since Rutgers’ Grease Trucks have I eaten a better “Fat Sam” than the one Sal Garritano and company offers—chicken cutlet, meatballs, Italian beef, caramelized onions and roasted peppers drizzled with their own bacon tomato buttermilk ranch dressing on some of the freshest Italian bread this side of Corrado’s.

These guys make food they want to eat, the way they want to eat it; fortunately for local residents their taste is irresistible.   

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Another rarity—a chicken cutlet, bacon, Asiago cheese and ranch dressing hero—is sure to satisfy.

Domenico's generous price to portion ratio is a relief in a recovering economy.

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At around $5 a half (7”), $8.50 a whole (15”), these subs pack a punch. Three of my friends and I split two whole sandwiches and each complained of food comas.

Sauce.

The mark of a good Italian restaurant is, in my opinion, the right marinara—the foundation on which all other meals are based and rightfully judged. Domenico’s sauce hits a homerun. Not too bitter, not too sweet, just enough zest, it makes for a great slice of pizza, parm hero or side pasta.

Spice lover? Ask for my favorite Domenicos item, one I’ve not seen elsewhere, their sweet and spicy Thai-chicken pizza.

Domenico's Eatery              

  • Phone: 201-703-5577
  • Fax: 201-703-5579
  • Address: 12-76 River Rd., Fair Lawn             
  • Hours: Daily, 11am – 9:30 pm       
  • Handicap Accessible: Yes               
  • Founding Date:   March, 2011
  • Payments accepted:  All major credit cards, cash       
  • Products: Pizza, sandwiches, pastas, entrees, salads and desserts           
  • Food & dining options: Eat in, take out or delivery   
  • General services: Catering              
  • Menu link: Site under construction                
  • Specialties: Thai Pizza      
  • ATM: N/A           
  • Parking: Lot in rear and street        
  • Private events: No
  • Cuisine: Italian/American                
  • Signature dishes: Spinach artichoke pizza   
  • What dish is most representative of the restaurant? Italian Combo    
  • Price level: $      
  • Reservations: N/A             
  • Number of tables: 5          
  • Features: Television, local artists’ artwork displayed and for sale           
  • Atmosphere: Relaxed, home-town pizza-shop feel                    
  • Dress code: N/A 

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