L'osteria - Toms River

Overpriced for the quality. $28 for calamari appetizer is ridiculous.

We were excited to try this modern Italian restaurant however it did not meet our expectations..food was mediocre and not anything special. Service was very good. Unfortunately we will not return since it was half an hour away..disappointed

Food was very good. Portions were very generous. We were celebrating my dad's birthday, and they made it a very nice meal. Ralphie was the star! He was friendly and welcoming. He opened early for us because there was a glitch in the Open Table reservation app, but he honored the reservation anyway. That was so great since we were coming from the York, PA area for this event. He took care of us until the server arrived. She was also great. Friendly; good recommendations; attentive without hovering. Our group had the chicken parm, a pasta dish with a pork ragu sauce, and ravioli. All very good. The smoked burrata (appetizer) and meatballs (side) were also delicious. For dessert, we had the tartufo and lemon sorbet; both also excellent! Grazie and brava to Ralphie and his team!

Was disappointed. The prices did not match the quality.

Very nice surprise. The food was excellent, our waitress was fantastic, she was always there but not in your face. The owner is a great guy. We will return for sure.