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Spano's Ristorante Italiano, a dog-friendly establishment, brings authentic, old-world Italian cuisine to Arnold Avenue, continuing a culinary legacy that began in Jackson, NJ, in 1989. Chef/Owner Joseph Spano, influenced by his mother Carmela's Neapolitan recipes and his father's Barese heritage, has been delighting diners with... his flair for Italian flavors since the restaurant first opened its doors in Jackson. This humble beginning, marked by a love for Italian cuisine, the use of only the freshest ingredients, and generous portions, blossomed into the Spano's Ristorante Italiano known today, with its current iteration established at 719 Arnold Ave. in 2001. The restaurant's quaint interior, reminiscent of Brooklyn storefronts, features oversized, comfortable booths and is set to the tune of Italian music, creating a charming ambiance. While Spano's Ristorante Italiano can become quite bustling after 6 pm, especially on weekends which may involve a wait, the venue is open seven days a week, ensuring the same exceptional food is available without the rush on weekdays. Chef Spano prepares all dishes with fresh, never-frozen ingredients, evident in specialties like the Veal Parm, made with the highest quality veal pounded daily, and fresh chicken and eggplant prepared with the same dedication. The restaurant's signature marinara sauce is a celebrated original, having won the "Boss of the Sauce" contest sponsored by a local radio station, judged by both culinary experts and the public. Furthermore, Spano's Ristorante Italiano crafts all its ravioli in-house, offering cheese-filled, lobster, and specialty varieties such as roasted butternut squash. The influence of Barese cuisine is apparent in the emphasis on fresh vegetables, legumes, and homemade pastas like broccoli rabe, escarole and beans, and eggplant. This dog-friendly spot welcomes four-legged friends to enjoy the authentic Italian experience.
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Features & Amenities
Dinner
Kid Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
Reservations
TV
Location & Contact
Features & Amenities
Dinner
Kid Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Street Parking
Reservations
TV
