Based on 160 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
123 NJ-33 unit 103, Manalapan Township, NJ 07726
Phone: (732) 414-6995
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Hours
| Tuesday | 4–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–11 PM |
| Thursday | 4–11 PM |
| Friday | 4–11 PM |
| Saturday | 4–11 PM |
| Sunday | 4–11 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
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Reservations: opentable.com
Reviews
Adriana Basile
When you’re looking for a good local Italian place La Lupa is it. A small intimate BYOB restaurant with delicious food. Because it’s a small restaurant it’s important to make reservations but once you’re their to dine the staff is attentive and you don’t feel rushed. Which is great. While I had the pasta dish during my visit I can’t wait to go back for their brick oven pizza .
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Louis Greco
My compliments to the chef.
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Fonseca Wes
We came out as a family this evening and honestly the experience, food, service , vibe was 5 star. Scott was super awesome with the kids, Chad made sure everyone was happy and well taken care of. Pizza is amazing, wife had the halibut and honestly the best dish. Not a fish person but wow!!
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Caitlin Persch
POLPO; great flavor in sauce, tender but could’ve done without the flash fry and would’ve preferred grilled. FRITTO MISTO; so tender I barely had to chew but, mightve been because of the excessive salt. DOPPIO; 10/10, would order again and again. ANOLINI DI PARMA; slightly thinner ravioli would let the flavors shine through more. Olive oil cake 9/10; perfectly moist and enjoyed the contrast with the toasting. BYOB is a plus. Small spot, not much room for a waiting area. Love the vibe; dim lighting, music, exposed brick. Super friendly & attentive staff. There’s many Italian restaurants in this south/central part of jersey but this one is worth the visit.
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victor pennco
A Culinary Masterpiece at La Lupa: A Hidden Gem in Manalapan, NJ
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Alexander Gribtsov
La Lupa is a pretty cool spot. It has got a cozy, romantic feel that has caught my interest. I am not totally sure about it yet, so I will need to give it another go. But for now, I am happy to give it a solid five stars.
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Claudine DeChiara
The food is always absolutely amazing! Creative yet fresh and unique. The ambience is lovely although to be completely honest It can get very loud because of the small space and high ceilings. Such an impressive menu and restaurant experience that I dare say it should be a MUST on your list of cool places to check out! Never miss out on the daily crudo appetizer, I legit dream of it. Always different never disappoints
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Amanda Smith
Snagged a cancelled reservation and so happy we could make it. One of the most authentic Italian meals I’ve had in NJ. Can’t wait to go back and try more.
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Jennifer
GEM IN MANALAPAN! I’ve dined here lots of times already, and I absolutely love this restaurant! Not only do I love the food here, but I love the vibe it has here as well. It’s unique from all the other restaurants in NJ. They play old school rap in the background, and I like it. I read other reviews that some people didn’t like that, but I do. When you order they bring one dish at a time as this place is made for sharing. My favorite appetizers so far are the rice balls, the fried chicken, and the Roman Gnocchi. I also love the beet salad with strawberries and tangerines. My favorite pasta dishes are the rigatoni carbonara and the Jersey corn caramelle. All the pasta dishes are home made, and they are all FANTASTIC! When they first opened they made the pasta dishes too small, but now they are a good size. That turned me into a weekly customer because I love fresh pasta for dinner. The strip steak is OUTSTANDING! It’s up there with the best steaks I ever had! It is priced at $95 which is kinda of high, but it is worth trying. The best side dish is the cacio e Pepe potatoes! They are AMAZING! They also make an excellent halibut as well. Everything here is amazing from appetizers, seafood, steak, and dessert. My favorite dessert is the chocolate chip cookie in a skillet. Tonight it was nice and thick with melty chocolate chips just how I like it. The olive oil cake can range from ok to excellent depending on the night. Some days it’s moist, and some days it can be a bit overcooked. One of the best desserts they had was banana bread, but it hasn’t been on lately. Hopefully, they will bring it back. They can use a few more dessert selections on the menu, and add a chocolate Gelato. Another thing I’d like to see on the menu is a filet mignon. The owners and waiters are all really nice here. They don’t try to rush anyone out the door which is nice. They give everyone plenty of time to enjoy their food, and the company they are dining with. P.S. Make your next reservation before you leave! I HIGHLY recommend dining at La Lupa!
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Eric Davis
Awesome restaurant, all of the food was terrific! Everything from the bread all the way to our main entree and sides were cooked to perfection and tasted incredible. The staff was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable of the menu. Highly recommended coming here for a nice date night.
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