J Razzo 2 is a fairly new restaurant in Westfield. My family and I love Italian food and thought we would try it out for Mothers Day 2014. We ate alate lunch so missed the lunch rush. We were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food and service we received. It was all excellent and made for a wonderful Mothers-day lunch. At first was disappointed to hear that they had sold out of their salad for their Italian wedged but was then exceedingly impressed 15 to 20 mins later when I discovered they actually went to the store to make sure the provided me with the meal I wanted! Awesome place!
(5)
Brandi G.
Great food and great service! I can't believe I have not been here before! I will definitely be back!
(5)
Food E.
Pleasantly surprised!! Took some special friends here on a whim, and it was amazing!!! Service was exceptional, appetizer was phenomenal, and main entree - unbelievable!! The smell from the fresh bread will sell u!! I had eggplant parm & spouse had pollo pepperoni - sooo good!! We don't eat out italian, so we were very pleased to find something so great that was local. We were there for over 2 hours, and didnt feel rushed out. Will definitelyngo back and will.recommend.
(5)
Barbara M.
The service was excellent and the atmosphere is good. However, the overpriced food was only mediocre, at best. Nothing tasted made from scratch.
(2)
Judy C.
Wonderful dinner and exceptional service by Sarah! Restaurant lacked ambiance so we casually mentioned to our waitress that we thought white table cloths would be a great addition. Within 5 minutes the owner was at our table thanking us for the recommendation and letting us know that he would be adding table cloths on Friday and Saturday nights. Wow....an owner that has great food and listens to his customers? Oh yes....we'll be going there again, and again, and again!!!
(5)
Amber E.
O.M.G. This place is Ah-mazing! Even as I sit here stuffed from dinner feeling 8 months pregnant (no, I'm not) I'm thinking of what to try next time I go here. I can't remember the last time I was this excited about Italian food. (I'm a self-admitted food snob when it comes to my pasta) My brother,his partner, and I stopped in on a Friday evening. I have to be honest, I didn't expect much from a strip mall Italian place. Man was I blown away! The goat cheese marinara was scrumptious! The breadsticks were buttery and delicious and the meatballs in my spaghetti were fabulous! I think I make the best meatballs so anyone who even comes close to them are A-ok in my book. The marinara was a perfect balance of robust tomato flavor and spice. Just the way I like it. My dinner dates ordered chicken parm and a stuffed ravioli with jalapeño sauce which they throughly enjoyed. The service was pretty good too. We were greeted by a lovely woman who took us straight to our table on a Friday night. The place wasn't busy which was lucky for us but it made me nervous about what was to come. The dining room isn't anything super fancy but it's dark and well decorated. Our server was hilarious and mostly prompt. I LOVE this place. Will definitely go back again and again.
(5)
Marie H.
Enjoyed the food. Had the broken ravioli with shrimp. Waiter, Joe, was wonderful and had great suggestions. My husband had the spaghetti and meatballs. Love the milestone and bean soup. Half price Bottles of wine on Wed. Wonderful tiramisu that was light and fluffy. Will go back again.
(5)
Kurt W.
Great service, above average food and a neat setting. Will definitely go back. Thought the breadsticks were bland but they were ok. Everyone I was with liked their meals. Veal parm was fantastic!
(4)
Tom B.
I had the spaghetti & meatballs. There was nothing wrong with it, but overall I wasn't terribly impressed. The marinara sauce was a bit bland for my taste, although the meatballs were decent and flavorful. The issue is probably that I'm comparing this restaurant to Matteo's in nearby Noblesville, and unfortunately there is no comparison. Service was average and the owner was very friendly, so I'm basing the two stars solely on the quality of the food. I'll probably try this place again soon, and have something different.
(2)
Pat S.
My husband had the Sausage with Spinach which is his new favorite. I had the Seafood Fettuccine in cream sauce. Delicious! My favorite is Chicken Piccata which is not on the menu but they will make it for you anyway. Also delicious. The hostess and waiter were both very friendly and helpful.
(5)
Kelly H.
My wife and I came randomly on a Thursday night and spent most of dinner nodding our heads about how good it was. A very pleasant surprise! Do yourself a favor and don't drive to Olive Garden, this place destroys the OG! I'll be going back on the norm.
(5)
AD S.
My family had a great meal here. The food was excellent and the staff very eager to please. They were very accommodating of our four children, including food allergies and spaghetti with just butter on it. We ate on the patio, but I thought the decor was pretty nice when I went inside briefly. We will definitely be back! I see this new restaurant as being very crowded once word gets out. I love that it's locally owned, too!
(5)
Krisann W.
We went for the Northside Nights promotion and wow--what great night! Started with calamari and risotto balls followed by duck ragu and salmon with vegetable risotto. Finished with chocolate gelato with cognac. Fantastic service by Sarah, nice atmosphere and a diverse menu with very reasonable prices---we'll be back!
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
Jeremy C.
J Razzo 2 is a fairly new restaurant in Westfield. My family and I love Italian food and thought we would try it out for Mothers Day 2014. We ate alate lunch so missed the lunch rush. We were pleasantly surprised at the quality of the food and service we received. It was all excellent and made for a wonderful Mothers-day lunch. At first was disappointed to hear that they had sold out of their salad for their Italian wedged but was then exceedingly impressed 15 to 20 mins later when I discovered they actually went to the store to make sure the provided me with the meal I wanted! Awesome place!
(5)Brandi G.
Great food and great service! I can't believe I have not been here before! I will definitely be back!
(5)Food E.
Pleasantly surprised!! Took some special friends here on a whim, and it was amazing!!! Service was exceptional, appetizer was phenomenal, and main entree - unbelievable!! The smell from the fresh bread will sell u!! I had eggplant parm & spouse had pollo pepperoni - sooo good!! We don't eat out italian, so we were very pleased to find something so great that was local. We were there for over 2 hours, and didnt feel rushed out. Will definitelyngo back and will.recommend.
(5)Barbara M.
The service was excellent and the atmosphere is good. However, the overpriced food was only mediocre, at best. Nothing tasted made from scratch.
(2)Judy C.
Wonderful dinner and exceptional service by Sarah! Restaurant lacked ambiance so we casually mentioned to our waitress that we thought white table cloths would be a great addition. Within 5 minutes the owner was at our table thanking us for the recommendation and letting us know that he would be adding table cloths on Friday and Saturday nights. Wow....an owner that has great food and listens to his customers? Oh yes....we'll be going there again, and again, and again!!!
(5)Amber E.
O.M.G. This place is Ah-mazing! Even as I sit here stuffed from dinner feeling 8 months pregnant (no, I'm not) I'm thinking of what to try next time I go here. I can't remember the last time I was this excited about Italian food. (I'm a self-admitted food snob when it comes to my pasta) My brother,his partner, and I stopped in on a Friday evening. I have to be honest, I didn't expect much from a strip mall Italian place. Man was I blown away! The goat cheese marinara was scrumptious! The breadsticks were buttery and delicious and the meatballs in my spaghetti were fabulous! I think I make the best meatballs so anyone who even comes close to them are A-ok in my book. The marinara was a perfect balance of robust tomato flavor and spice. Just the way I like it. My dinner dates ordered chicken parm and a stuffed ravioli with jalapeño sauce which they throughly enjoyed. The service was pretty good too. We were greeted by a lovely woman who took us straight to our table on a Friday night. The place wasn't busy which was lucky for us but it made me nervous about what was to come. The dining room isn't anything super fancy but it's dark and well decorated. Our server was hilarious and mostly prompt. I LOVE this place. Will definitely go back again and again.
(5)Marie H.
Enjoyed the food. Had the broken ravioli with shrimp. Waiter, Joe, was wonderful and had great suggestions. My husband had the spaghetti and meatballs. Love the milestone and bean soup. Half price Bottles of wine on Wed. Wonderful tiramisu that was light and fluffy. Will go back again.
(5)Kurt W.
Great service, above average food and a neat setting. Will definitely go back. Thought the breadsticks were bland but they were ok. Everyone I was with liked their meals. Veal parm was fantastic!
(4)Tom B.
I had the spaghetti & meatballs. There was nothing wrong with it, but overall I wasn't terribly impressed. The marinara sauce was a bit bland for my taste, although the meatballs were decent and flavorful. The issue is probably that I'm comparing this restaurant to Matteo's in nearby Noblesville, and unfortunately there is no comparison. Service was average and the owner was very friendly, so I'm basing the two stars solely on the quality of the food. I'll probably try this place again soon, and have something different.
(2)Pat S.
My husband had the Sausage with Spinach which is his new favorite. I had the Seafood Fettuccine in cream sauce. Delicious! My favorite is Chicken Piccata which is not on the menu but they will make it for you anyway. Also delicious. The hostess and waiter were both very friendly and helpful.
(5)Kelly H.
My wife and I came randomly on a Thursday night and spent most of dinner nodding our heads about how good it was. A very pleasant surprise! Do yourself a favor and don't drive to Olive Garden, this place destroys the OG! I'll be going back on the norm.
(5)AD S.
My family had a great meal here. The food was excellent and the staff very eager to please. They were very accommodating of our four children, including food allergies and spaghetti with just butter on it. We ate on the patio, but I thought the decor was pretty nice when I went inside briefly. We will definitely be back! I see this new restaurant as being very crowded once word gets out. I love that it's locally owned, too!
(5)Krisann W.
We went for the Northside Nights promotion and wow--what great night! Started with calamari and risotto balls followed by duck ragu and salmon with vegetable risotto. Finished with chocolate gelato with cognac. Fantastic service by Sarah, nice atmosphere and a diverse menu with very reasonable prices---we'll be back!
(5)