"Having had a positive experience at Villaggio Iccara once before, we suggested meeting there with family members who live at the opposite end of Jersey from us... meeting in the middle. We were even more impressed this time, so were they! As you enter, there is a charming dining patio, laid out with shrubbery, a magnificent tree, colorful umbrellas over each table. The interior ambiance is just as inviting, as the smell of great food greets you at the door. We were seated in the smaller 'wine room ' off to one side, relaxed semi private. I visited the ladies ' room, which can be the downside to many restaurants. It was beautifully appointed, absolutely pristine! Our outstanding server Alex made several trips to confer with Chef about my food allergy, with impeccable good nature. He delivered the info on specials without skipping a beat, was also able to help us select the perfect wines. Our food was beyond delicious. All four (different selections exceeded our expectations! I must add that we dined on a Monday, often a 'down ' night in many cases especially when it comes to seafood. (Note: the restaurant was approximately 3/4 full, which speaks to its popularity locally. I chose the crab cakes didn 't leave a crumb. They were nothing short of perfection. Chef even made a special light sauce for me. Unlike so many other places, VI does not need to overpower the unique taste of crab with heavy garlic nor Old Bay seasoning. My only complaint is that Villaggio Iccara is 45 minutes away from us, but without a doubt, we will visit again recommend it HIGHLY to anyone who loves a great dining experience."
