About Il Giardinello Di Bacoli

Let me introduce you to Il Giardinello Di Bacoli, an Italian restaurant that feels like a neighborhood favorite the moment you hear about it, especially if you’re around Toms River, New Jersey. Located at 1232 NJ-166, Toms River, NJ 08753, United States, this spot carries that relaxed, welcoming Italian vibe where food, conversation, and comfort naturally come together. When people ask me what makes Il Giardinello Di Bacoli stand out, I usually start with the atmosphere, because it balances casual dining with the warmth you expect from a true Italian kitchen. It’s the kind of place where you can drop in for a laid-back meal, meet friends for coffee, or enjoy comforting Italian flavors without any pressure or pretension. The menu leans into classic comfort food, offering hearty, satisfying dishes that feel familiar yet thoughtfully prepared, making it easy to find something that fits your mood. Whether you’re stopping by for dine-in service to enjoy the full experience or choosing kerbside pickup and takeaway on a busy day, the restaurant keeps things convenient without losing its personal touch. Delivery is also available, which makes enjoying Italian comfort food at home feel effortless and reliable. I also like mentioning the coffee here, because it adds to the experience, giving guests a reason to linger a little longer or swing by even when they’re not planning a full meal. From families looking for a relaxed Italian restaurant to locals searching for dependable comfort food, Il Giardinello Di Bacoli fits smoothly into everyday routines. Everything about this place, from its location to its service options, feels designed for real people with real schedules, which is why it continues to draw attention from diners who appreciate good Italian food served with an easygoing, friendly approach. As someone introducing it for the first time, I see it as a comfortable Italian restaurant that quietly earns loyalty through consistency, warmth, and flavors that keep people coming back.

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Business Info

Service options

Service options

+ Kerbside pickup

+ Takeaway

+ Dine-in

+ Delivery

Highlights

Highlights

+ Fast service

+ Great coffee

+ Great dessert

+ Serves local specialty

Popular for

Popular for

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Solo dining

Accessibility

Accessibility

+ Wheelchair-accessible car park

+ Wheelchair-accessible entrance

+ Wheelchair-accessible seating

+ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

Offerings

+ Coffee

+ Comfort food

Dining options

Dining options

+ Lunch

+ Dinner

+ Catering

+ Dessert

+ Seating

+ Table service

Amenities

Amenities

+ Toilet

Atmosphere

Atmosphere

+ Casual

+ Cosy

+ Romantic

+ Upmarket

Crowd

Crowd

+ Family friendly

+ Groups

+ Tourists

Planning

Planning

+ Dinner reservations recommended

+ Accepts reservations

+ Usually a wait

Payments

Payments

+ Credit cards

+ Debit cards

+ NFC mobile payments

+ Credit cards

Children

Children

+ High chairs

+ Kids' menu

Parking

Parking

+ Free of charge street parking

+ Free parking lot

+ Parking

Hour time open

Right Now :

  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
  • Wednesday: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
  • Thursday: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
  • Friday: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
  • Saturday: 05:00 PM - 09:00 PM
  • Sunday: 05:00 PM - 08:30 PM
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1232 NJ-166, Toms River, NJ 08753, United States

Reviews

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We had dinner here with all of our friends and family after our wedding in mid October. What a great experience! The owners were so easy to work with during the planning of everything. The food was very good. The staff was awesome. The atmosphere was perfect for what we wanted. All in all, I'm very glad I picked this restaurant to have our wedding dinner at!

- Theresa H -

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Girls trip to the beach and we wanted authentic Italian food. Giardinello’s did not disappoint! Our server Billy was very kind and informative (and a great picture taker) We took his recommendations for a lot of the appetizers and he knew what he was talking about! So good. The Vodka Rigatoni and clams oraganto were the stars of the show if you have room for dessert definitely try the Carrot Cake. Next time we are in the area we definitely will be coming back

- Elizabeth Rakos -

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Excellent dinner. Wait staff is always on point. kind, friendly, and attentive. The manager is very thoughtful. Made sure every guest felt that they had special attention. The food is obviously great. My husband said don’t sleep on the carrot cake. I LOVED my cappuccino.

- Krista Fischer -

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We made a last minute decision to come here and we were definitely not disappointed! It is conveniently a BYOB. Probably the best stuffed rigatoni ala vodka I’ve ever had! My whole party enjoyed their meals. Staff were friendly and accommodating and service was prompt. Our waiter has worked there since the late 80s…wow, what a testament to a great business!

- Jaime Armida -

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What an amazing day it was!! Il Giardinello Di Bacoli recently hosted my daughter’s baby shower. Huge thanks to Gerry and his staff for a memorable celebration for our daughter, her husband, family , and friends. Everything was just perfect, from the delicious food to the extremely kind, helpful, and accommodating staff at Il Giardinello Di Bacoli. Many thanks for a day we will remember always.

- Kathy R -

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I have to say it was one of the best and most enjoyable restaurant experiences I've had. And we go out a lot! I was highly impressed with the waiter Billy's, wonderful personality, knowledge of the the food, and extremely excellent service. The food was second to none and the portions were huge! I could go on and on. Will definitely be back and it will be the first recommendation to my friends and family, perfect for any occasion.

- Christopher Hoffman -

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Where do I begin with this wonderful establishment? Well, I’ve been going to Il Giardinello for 4 years now, and both before and after the change of ownership the food and service has always been reliably phenomenal. I usually get Bill, as our groups server, and he is extremely attentive, kind, and has a varying knowledge of the menu. I always bring my family, friends, boyfriend, and anyone else to Il Giardinello whenever I have an excuse to go there. Another hidden gem within Toms River! Your staff and food are just delightful overall, I have so many kind words!!

- Olivia Proya -

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