Welcome to Gervasios Italian Family Restaurant
At Gervasios Italian Family Restaurant, we celebrate the rich traditions of Italian cuisine and family dining. Nestled in Crosswicks, NJ, our restaurant embodies warmth and hospitality, echoing the love and flavors passed through generations. From hearty dishes like Chicken Parmesan to our standout Trenton tomato pie, every meal is crafted with fresh ingredients and care. Customers rave about our cozy atmosphere and attentive service, making Gervasios a beloved local gem. With an expansive menu featuring delectable appetizers and hearty salads, we invite you to indulge in our family recipes and create new memories with us. Join us for a culinary journey that feels just like home.
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95 Saddle Way Crosswicks, NJ 08515 United States Hotline: (609) 588-4444
Welcome to Gervasios Italian Family Restaurant, a delightful haven for Italian cuisine nestled in the heart of Crosswicks, NJ. Located at 95 Saddle Way, this family-operated gem brings the essence of rustic Italian dining to the suburbs, blending tradition with a modern touch. Whether you're craving a hearty meal or a quick bite, Gervasios has something to satisfy every palate.
As soon as you step inside, you're enveloped in a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of classic Italian eateries. With its warm décor and friendly staff, this restaurant invites you to indulge in a true family dining experience. The welcoming ambiance is complemented by the delightful tunes of Frank Sinatra and other old-school legends, ensuring a nostalgic touch that will transport you to Italy.
Gervasios isn’t just about great surroundings; it’s all about the food. The menu is a carefully crafted affair, showcasing a delightful range of options from rich pastas and zesty salads to delectable pizzas and mouthwatering sandwiches. Diners rave about the Tomato Pie, which is a local favorite, featuring a unique crust and a robust marinara sauce that keeps patrons coming back for more. The generous portion sizes mean you’re likely to take home a doggy bag filled with delicious leftovers.
- Appetizers: Start with the Zucchini Fritters, which are a crowd pleaser complemented by a spot-on marinara sauce. The Hot Seafood Antipasto is another highlight, brimming with clams, mussels, and shrimp in a tantalizing cherry pepper white wine broth. Each dish is a testament to Gervasios’ commitment to fresh, quality ingredients.
- Salads: The Chopped Antipasto Salad is a vibrant mixture of olives, roasted beets, and salami, all tossed in a house vinaigrette that delights the senses. Perfect as a starter or as a light meal on its own.
- Entrees: You can't miss the Chicken Parmigiana, a classic cooked to perfection, or the Veal Parm which have garnered rave reviews for their taste and generous portions.
- Pizzas: Try the Margherita Sicilian pie for an experience that's crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, paired beautifully with a house-made sauce that's anything but ordinary.
Gervasios also provides ample amenities, including outdoor seating, takeout, and delivery options, making it a perfect stop for families, couples, or anyone looking for a delightful meal. The restaurant accommodates various needs, being ADA-compliant and offering accessible parking, Braille menus, and more, ensuring everyone can enjoy a taste of Italy.
In short, Gervasios Italian Family Restaurant isn’t just another Italian eatery; it’s a family experience infused with love, laughter, and authentic flavors. Whether you’re indulging in a quiet dinner or celebrating a special occasion, Gervasios aims to provide an outstanding culinary journey. So, gather your loved ones and make your way to Gervasios for a meal that promises satisfaction and keeps the tradition of family and food alive.
For reservations or inquiries, you can reach out via phone at (609) 588-4444. Come for the food, stay for the family. You won’t be disappointed!
Food was awesome people were kind. We had chicken parm, veal parm, a calzone, meatball parm and salads. No complaints and the price was reasonable for NJ
I have visited the grandson's restaurant in Chesterfield twice since it reopened, following its original location in Hamilton. The crust on their Trenton pie is the best I've had-- even better than Papa's. However, I prefer Papa's pizza sauce because it is sweeter. Overall, the Trenton pie is solid and rivals both Papa's and Delos. The meals are fantastic, and the tomato marinara sauce is excellent! The chopped antipasto is spot on as well. The service is great. This has become a new go-to spot for our family.
This pizza is world class. A great take on Trenton tomato pie. Wish them all the best they found a regular customer. T Manna
Went for traditional Tomato pie pizza-/ Excellent!!! And the Pasta Fagioli soup was fantastic as well! Antipasto chop salad all fresh ingredients!! A must Go place
1st Timers to Gervasios Italian Family Restaurant yesterday. I wanted to try their Tomato Pie after seeing a pic of one in the NJ Pizza Joints forum on Facebook. My Mother In Law ordered a chicken parm sandwich, and my wife went with the Chicken Milanese. We also had the Zucchini Fritters to start off with. Zucchini Fritters were outstanding, very tasty. Marinara sauce that came with the appetizer was spot on. When the meals came out, we realized we were definitely going to take some home -- super generous portion sizes. The Tomato pie was decent w/ no flop, and my wife & Mother In Law loved their meals. The arugula salad on top of the Chicken Milanese was a Home Run with my wife. The restaurant is smallish in size, but the atmosphere was cozy & inviting. Our server, Dylan, was funny & personable, we liked him (even my wife). We really enjoyed our experience at Gervasios Italian Family Restaurant yesterday, and we plan to come back again in the near future. The place is a Winner, an Easy 5 Star review.
Delicious sauce on the pizza. No flop! We went with Dylan the server's recommendations - grandma's pie and the Tony G - amazing. The homemade blue cheese is money as well. Family friendly and great service. A nice little pit stop on our way home from NYC.
I grew up in Chambersburg a neighborhood in Trenton that was considered "Little Italy" back in the day. My last name ends in a vowel and my family could be considered American-Italian. So, I love good Italian food and I consider the food at Gervasio's some of the best. I got the penne (pencil points) with meatballs. The sauce, or gravy, was excellent. A ragú with meatballs on top. I got a side of sausage which was also delicious. The dish was piled high with pasta with a generous amount of sauce. It was perfect. The service was quick and friendly and our waiter Dillon was attentive. The ambiance reminded me of restaurants in "The Burg" as the music consisted of Frankie Valley, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin among others. I have eaten here before, will do so again, and highly recommend it to others.
I'm old enough to have good memories of the original G's in Hamilton. At that time there were many good to great Italian options in nearby Chambersburg. But this was a stand alone in the burbs. I'm happy to say that much of the good food has been recreated here, but service could use some improvement. I tried ti make a reservation for 7 for an early Saturday lunch, they don't accept reservations. We took our chances and met here around 12:45 and found an almost empty restaurant. We were assigned a booth with small table added that was not quite able to fit all of us. We were told this was our only option, we were not even allowed to switch the smaller table with one of the several empty larger ones, again we were told the owner doesn't allow it. For the few of us drinking wine we were given the tiniest of glasses. Sometimes this is the case but my astute relative noticed they also had full size red wine glasses on a shelf. We let this pass. The food was 4 stars. I was curious about the zuke fritters, I liked them a lot, the addition of bean purée made them milder and creamier, nice app to share. House salads come with many of the pasta and entree options and these are a decent sized chopped salad, possibly better than competitors. My relatives enjoyed their pasta dishes, and I can personally attest to the manicotti. I saw the chicken parm from afar and was not offered a taste, but by looks alone I'll try that next. The meatballs were above average or higher, as was the marinara and ragu. We were all too stuffed for dessert. I'm fairly close and will likely return for takeout at some point, I'm curious about the pies. While the customer service issues were a factor I'd give them another chance and chalk it up to an inexperienced staff. But it's nice to see a family business continue to serve younger generations.
Super excited to have an Italian place open up in our local neighborhood shops! Tried them out last night for the first time. I think they've been open for about 2 weeks now. We decided to go with pizza since we were going with carry out. We ordered the Margherita Sicilian pie. They told us it would be ready in about an hour which seemed long for a single pizza order but they're new and I figured they were slammed since it was dinner time on Friday night. I wasn't sure where to enter since they have two outside doors. When I got inside the hostess was super friendly in directing me to the take out area. The young man working the take out counter was also very friendly and apologized for the long wait on the pizza order. He had about 15-20 tickets next to the register, so they were indeed slammed and he wasn't frazzled at all. After I paid I got my pizza within minutes so I didn't mind the timing at all. You told me an hour, I came in an hour, and it was ready. That's perfect to me! If you told me 30 mins and I waited 30 mins in the carry out area, then I'd be upset. The pizza was very good. Sauce was unique compared to other places in the area, and the pie had a nice crunch on it. Maybe too crunchy on the edges bordering on overdone. We'll definitely order from here again and look forward to trying out the dine in experience and some of the other entrees. Not the best pie that we've had but certainly worth getting again, and the staff interactions were enough to keep this at a 4-star for me.