Illiano's Cucina - Medford

I was at a rehearsal last week with my friend for my best friend's event, and it was fantastic! The atmosphere was great, the food was amazing, and the service was excellent! I haven't visited since it was Lamberti 20 years ago, but this place still serves the incredible pizza bread and rolls that come out hot and let the butter melt on them before spreading. I will definitely be returning!

The service was attentive and helpful. It took a bit of time to be seated. The Caprese salad was the best I've ever had. I'd definitely return on my own.

On top of the veal was a jumbo shrimp, generously topped with molten mozzarella—I'm a big fan of cheese, so the more, the merrier! The shrimp were perfectly cooked, though I would have appreciated having a few more on my plate. Overall, the dish felt fresh and satisfying, truly embodying the essence of Italian comfort food.

I read about this restaurant in my own backyard on NJ.com 50 best Italian restaurants in NJ may 23 2022. I can't believe I've never heard of them before! My wife and I have booked a dinner to celebrate our wedding anniversary on a Wednesday night. Very clean and comfortable, excellent attentive service and an excellent menu. We will go back, you should plan to go!!!

We started eating here decades ago, when the owner, Tony Illiano first opened and his kids were young and soon too, learning the business, and what a great job they all did. Bravo!!! So after, I’d have to guess, having eaten almost 1500 meals, (if you include take out) all of which was as delicious as the last, we were delighted to have been back last night after having retired to NC. It was like a warm hug and coming home. Thank you Lucia for a delightful time, and yet again, another “most memorable meal”. We will savor the memory until we are up this way again!!!