Great meal with my family last night. Karen our server was awesome! She was very attentive and suggested many options for sharing appetizers. The food was delicious. Indoor dining was comfortable and the tables were spread out.
Using local/seasonal ingredients in a cozy space. Everything was wonderful. BYOB
As others have said, food was very good but the noise level made it difficult to have conversations within our party of 6.
We had an excellent meal last nigh at Semolina. Everything we ate was delicious and cooked to perfection. I love that the ingredients are fresh and that the menu changes seasonally. I also have to give a huge shout out to our server Karen - she was so personable, made good suggestions about what to order, and made our dining experience great. Looking forward to eating here again!
Very good food. Nice service. A little expensive for what you get but good place for a special occasion. Parking can be an issue so arrive early. BYOB.
Food 10. Asked to leave during desert. Only allowed one and a half for appetizers main course dessert and coffee. Much too rushed
Great dinIng experience! The food was absolutely incredible!!!! Can t wait to go back!
Wonderful find in redbank. Farm to table and amazing. Best pork chop ever! Made w bacon jam. Who knew? Wife had halibut. Perfect. Appies included kale salad with figs and then their fried mushrooms! Wow. Monica was our server and she was Devine. Can't wait to return.
New American farm to table BYOB. Clean and nicely appointed Semolina is worth the trip to to Red Bank. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly and the food is well prepared and plated.
Excellent food, liked the atmosphere and theme, my only complaints is that it was a tad noisy and the male host had some wandering eyes.
Delicious food. Farm to table concept. Love a BYOB . Crazy busy in redbank on a Wednesday. Parking a challenge
Farm to table great service, awesome food and the homemade pasta is outstanding. Richard helped me out tonight and I got the linguini. First time trying it and I couldn t be happier. Thanks Semolina!
Best pasta I've had in a long time...our waitress Karen was extremely knowledgeable in every aspect of the menu. She even recommended the right wine pairing for our meal. She was right on point! I can't recommend this place enough. Make a reservation, place gets full pretty quick.
Have been here twice. The food is always so fresh and they change the menu every week. BYOB. The staff are incredibly friendly. Prices a bit expensive - for example, $33 for 4 scallops, but still delicious so it makes up for it. Right in the middle of town. Great ambiance but weird cow art on the walls... I mean well done, but weird.
Likes idea of farm to table. Like listing of local source of food on reverse of menu. Good byob.
Limited menu but good choices and variety. Food was excellent.
Our first time there with old friends. Part of group of 4 running 5 mins late. Hostess nasty...was going to give away table in 10 minutes. Wouldn't seat 3 out of 4 while 4th was finding parking.
Business model not convenient for friends dining and talking. Only allowed 2 hours and constantly reminded and rushed throughout entire meal.
When asked for 5 mins to review dessert menu...was told "I'll give you one" and hovered at table.
Food a 5 star, business model a 1 star.
Good for a rushed quality meal. Not for an easy going enjoyable meal with conversation.
We've dined here numerous occasions and have always had a great meal! Food is fresh and thoughtfully prepared! We love the seasonal menu, pork chop is always a winner but I've enjoyed every dish we have ordered!
Amazing food and service. My wife and I love this place!
I had the immense pleasure of dining at Semolina this evening. The staff is kind, courteous and knowledgeable concerning every item and ingredient on the menu. From appetizer to dessert, my palate was graced with depth of flavors that were a welcomed experience. The well thought out dishes were obviously crafted by a chef with an artistic mastery of flavor and texture pairings. I can not recommend this establish enough. BYOB and reservations needed.
On a side street off of Broad, Semolina has a good number of tables with less foot traffic nearby. The service was impeccable, suggestions spot on, particularly the pork chop that is a perfect fall dish. A simple, yet telling detail... the bread was amazing, sourced from Brooklyn. We ll be back.
Great experience. Attentive staff. It is clearly evident that thought and care is put into every dish. I will return to Semolina
Excellent food, creative, and of the highest quality. The strawberry arugula salad, the corn ricotta pasta and the pork chops. Wonderful!
I have been a resident of Red Bank for 4 years, and finally got the chance to try this restaurant out. I have to say..... it is AMAZING! Probably the best food I have had in Red Bank.
Food was very good. Experience would have been better if the hostess didn t ask us to leave while we finished our bottles of wine after dinner. We ordered 2 appetizers, 2 entree's, and 2 coffees. Soon after my last sip of coffee while trying to finish my last glass of wine we were asked to leave by the hostess to accommodate another party. It made the meal feel rushed and cheap. I understand them needing the table, but you need to allow people to finish their meals before kicking them out of the restaurant.
My family has ordered take out from Semolina twice since lockdown started and both times the food has blown us away. The flavors are understated, but so fresh and delicious! Portions are a good size and can easily be split between two people. We re going to make Semolina a permanent part of our weekly take out routine!
Excellent farm-to-table restaurant... intimate setting, delicious menu, excellent service
We went to Semolina to celebrate my mom s birthday and it could not have been better. They were very busy for a Thursday night - be sure to make a reservation. We didn t mind waiting a few minutes because the host was so friendly and we had a great conversation with him. Our waitress was also really personable and provided great recommendations off the menu. The food was even better than the service though. The mushroom appetizer was unique and a big hit. The papardelle bolognese was awesome. Everyone recommended the pork chop entree to the point where it seemed a little too hyped up but oh my god. It was the best pork chop any of us had ever tasted. Flavorful, just the right texture, and came with a healthy serving of bacon jam which was unreal. I always appreciate a good meal, but I ve never heard my mom rave about food so much. From the service to everything we ate, it was a fabulous experience and we will for sure be back.
We ordered curbside pickup for a special dinner. It couldn t have been easier! The pork chop was amazing! For me, its all about the sauce and it was delicious!! The tuna was cooked and seasoned to perfection. Support this local eatery and you will not be disappointed!!
Was pleasantly surprised by this restaurant. I'd give it 4.5 stars. Every pasta dish was very good. The Chicken Burata was very good albeit the sauce a little sweet. The desserts were good as well except for the rice pudding. Overall it was a great experience. The entire staff loves what they represent and it shows through their kindness and passion for all their food.
Everything was farm to table and delicious. Staff was very friendly and attentive.
Delicious, great service and the little bit of rain while dining alfresco was quite enjoyable
Good food and service but very strange seating policy.
No idea how this place has such high reviews. Seems like it s all the workers posted. Staff is extremely rude and unprofessional, food lacks taste and is extremely salty. Servers and manager are unprofessional and lack basic personal skills. Plenty of other places to eat at in red bank. Stay away from this place. Trust me!!!
Food and service is excellent. Love the farm to table and imaginative fare. Their beef tartare is exceptional.
Small place but read all the great reviews so gave it a go. Brant was our waiter, informative and friendly. Started with a ricotta and tomato tart, crispy peach salad(I should've asked for no red onions), and both were awesome!
Had the scallops as one entree and the pasta and eggplant as all pasta is made fresh daily. Everything was awesome! Was early in the evening so not as loud as others noted however since BYOB, and if you get a lively bunch, can imagine getting louder. Will be back again for sure!
We sat promptly after securing a reservation. Our server, Ryan, told us all about the restaurant and their philosophy and was very knowledgeable about the menu. He provided great feedback about what we wanted to eat. The food was fantastic and just the right portions. We will definitely be back!
We have waited to get a reservation for a while. One came up last minute and we raced over. At the 5 minute late mark we got a call in the car, explaining that they had another party in 1.2 hours and they would need us to agree to their policy that you will leave the table for the next guest. We agreed, and my husband dropped me at the door to get seated and order. But the next rule is we won t seat you if your whole party is not here, even if we can see him parking. The entire delivery of the rules from start to finish is pretentious and rude. They offered no solutions (in retrospect they could have let me look at the menu at that time) they were unkind and would rather let the table sit empty, so it did.
I don t care how good your food is, if you aren t nice we can always find somewhere else to eat.
Wow, where did I start. I know the farm t table concept is in vogue but the food is so good and so fresh. The service was friendly, insightful and attentive. The atmosphere was lively.which contributed to a perfect night out .
Great food, quick and friendly BYOB place - love the unique menu items, nice change from the same 20-25 dishes all the other places around here serve. This is the skate wing...
BEST RESTAURANT IN RED BANK! The food here is OUTSTANDING! I had some of the best homemade pasta dishes I ever had here! The food is worth the drive no matter where you live! It s a small farm to table restaurant and the owner is the More
If you are a foodie you will love this place.
However, do not misunderstand or try to slide by on their seating policy. THEY MEAN IT. I'll bet that a number of negative reviews for Semolina are from diners who thought the restaurant's rules didn't apply to them, and who became angry with the staff when they enforced those rules (I've seen it). Plan ahead, be on time, and realize that the empty table across the dining room might already have someone else's name on it.
Dined on a Saturday night 9pm reservation. Restaurant was packed. Definitely need a reservation for Friday or Saturday night. This was our 2nd time to Semolina. Started with the roasted carrots which were good. Tried the grilled pork chop which was amazing, very juicy and cooked to perfection. Orecchiette was excellent as well. Both visits to Semolina our server was Karen. She does a fantastic job and really makes you feel welcome. We can't wait to go back!
High praise for everyone at this restaurant! Meals are consistently on point, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients. All the staff are knowledgeable about menu and offer thoughtful suggestions. So friendly too! Have been back, will be back!
5 stars. From the wait staff, to the first course, dessert and everything in between. Home made pasta was delicious and authentic, fresh bread from Brooklyn...one of the best Italian spots in the area.
Didn t like service, pasta was way over cooked and the meat was dry and very salty. Wouldn t recommend.
We had a great date night tonight. The food was outstanding, but even better-the staff. Prob a tie for best pork chop ive ever had which is a pretty big deal!! All the pasta and apps were amazing. We basically ate the menu lol. Finished off with the zeppoles (sfingis is what my grandmother called them), amazing!! Was a crazy good meal!!! We will return!!!
Amazing homemade pasta. Short rib and ravioli. Byob. Brant is a great server.
Smaller menu but everything is so fresh. My new favorite spot in Redbank delicious and affordable for what you get especially since it s BYOB
A "straight-shooting" restaurant. Nice things you would make at home if you were a good chef. There's a real focus on what they do; not everything, just everything done well. BYOB. Call at least a week in advance, but a table for two at 9pm can usually be found at a moment's notice.
Had the pleasure of enjoying their private chef experience last evening. I personally can not eat seafood but hate making a fuss about it. I informed the chef and they were amazing about it. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone and it was the best pork chop I have ever eaten! Def going to the restaurant next week!
In a word: fantastic! You must make a reservation to guarantee eating here. The menu changes often because they're true blue farm to table, and their Italian-inspired offerings are great. The homemade pasta with their perfectly done meats, cheeses, and seafood are great and the portions are perfect for dinner. Prices are very reasonable for what you get. Their servers are very attentive and knowledgeable in the menu. This is in my mind the top option for Italian in the area.
One of the best meals I've had all summer. Absolutely delicious
Start-to-finish delicious. Dishes were all prepared with care. Added acoustic panels to help with the noise. Can't wait to go back.
Edit: just had the covid curbside take out. It was fantastic. This place is awesome
An a-mazing new addition to the Jersey Shore dining scene! This BYO is churning out fresh, well thought-out entrees, that are among the best at the shore. If you havent been here yet, you're missing out.
The ambience started it all off. Simple, unpretentious and homey. Then add an enthusiastic staff and I was happy even before the first dish arrived. And our waiter knew every dish inside and out as if he had prepared each one himself. Listening to him spend time at a table who where not foodies patiently explain the entire menu in great and passionate detail was outstanding.
And then the food. Layers of flavor over subtle textures and more layers. The Fennel appetizer with orange was an amazing blend of acidic and sweet. And the Burrata with a mushroom puree was stunning in both simplicity yet intense earthy essence.
We then had a intermezzo course of Saffron Linquine with PEI Mussels and Lobster Pasta with an Arriabata sauce. Both were delicious and balanced all the components exactly the way that nature intended. The spicy red sauce, usually presented Fra Diavolo style, was much much more. Spicy but in a way to complement the lobster not overwhelm it. And the exquisitely roasted garlic in the Saffron Linguine brought a subtle touch of heat the the otherwise sweet and savory pasta. And both were cooked to the special toothiness delight.
The entree of Chestnut Agnolotti with Fried Sage and Prosciutto was nothing short of amazing. The balance again excellent where every flavor swirled without any one taking over. My Pork Chop over a jam braised red cabbage and creamy celeriac was an exposition in hearty food with a dynamic back flavor of complexity. Juicy, thick and so tender I almost did not need a knife. Again, a spectacular course.
It was almost a shame to have to move on to dessert.. But wow.. It was difficult to decide if we liked the Caramel Budino with sea salt and cocao soil or the Egg Nog Panna Cotta with Fig jam better. Both disappeared in a blaze of competitive spoon action.
Bottom line. 5 stars. With the constant menu turnover, the farm to table freshness, this is a keeper...
Absolutely amazing food, staff and atmosphere!! Look NO further this place is a must if you want the best and a byob!! Great job!!
You go once and it is amazing you go back and it is even more amazing!!!! The food is beyond incredible so fresh and innovative and beyond that is the ambiance!!! You feel so welcomed and valued beyond anything lately in the restaurant business. You Really feel like family!!! Thank you all so very much!!
Outstanding food and service. The only criticism I would have or the Acoustics are really bad. But other than that a phenomenal restaurants
My wife took me here for a special dinner. We bought a bottle of a nice red to have with dinner. As soon as we sat down, I quickly (2 minutes tops) ran to the bathroom. By the time I got back we already had sparkling water, and our bottle of wine was opened. Shortly after, some piping hot and delicious bread was served.
The menu, as in most farm to table establishments, changes weekly. We immediately gravitated to the borratta mozzarella, and pork belly appetizers. We ended up ordering both. The portions aren't overly large so this was a good amount of food for the two of us. Both were incredible. The mozzarella was served with marinated mushrooms and prosciutto. Every flavor popped in it's own but worked better together. The pork belly was perfectly cooked, with it's meaty and melty parts.
For dinner I ordered the scallops, perfectly seared on the top and bottom. My wife got the 14oz pork chop. We both agree it was probably the best pork chop either of us have ever had. That says a lot.
For dessert we shared a chocolate ganache a which was a great way to finish the meal.
Service was wonderful. Our waitress was fast to respond and checked in often without being bothersome. The busser picked up our empty plates promptly. Overall I'd say this was a really great experience and I would definitely recommend anyone to try or come back to semolina.
Added bonus: the cow and llama paintings. Love it!
Get the pork chop! You won't regret it.
Ate here for our anniversary dinner. The staff is super friendly. The food came out quickly. And absolutely everything was delicious. We tried a pasta, the pork chop, and the swordfish. Absolutely incredible. For the quality, you'd be expecting to pay a lot more.
Omg. This was one of the best meals I ever had stuffed zucchini flowers and delicate miniature ravioli and scallops in a great sauce. All this while eating on the sidewalk can not wait to go back when we can sit inside. Excellent bread as well as service. The brothers who own it know what they are doing.
Everything my wife and I had was delicious. Also, the service was top-notch. This place just became our new favorite!
Amazing food and amazing staff!! They had my husband eating seafood and he doesn't even like seafood. The food is that good. From the appetizers all the way to the dessert, everything was incredible and the staff makes the experience 10x better! Highly recommend!!!
The food was delicious!! Our waitress, Karen, and the host were so nice to talk to and the service was great. We loved it! Will definitely come back.
Delicious fresh pasta! Extremely attentive to creating a wonderful dining experience! Highly recommend Semolina Restaurant to anyone who appreciates quality.
Delisioso Farm To Table.. fresh homemade pasta. impeccable service
Fantastic restaurant! It's a small room and can be a little noisy if full, but the food is well worth that minor niggle. Awesome farm to table menu, great desserts and very professional and accommodating staff. Can't believe we waited so long to try this place. Will definitely be back!
The food is absolutely amazing, and the menu is constantly changing so there is always new things to try.
This past Weekend we did Curbside pick-up.
Excellent Pork Chop , & Pork Pasta Dinner. The Service was the best.
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Everyone needs to visit Semolina Restaurant!!! It is such a pleasant experience. Everyone is wonderful!! To the food is very fresh and delicious. I love the way the waitress suggested great meal options. I highly recommend everyone visiting this restaurant.
Exquisite food, great setting, great service - absolutely delighted!
Farm to table and delicious food make Semolina one of the new hot restaurants in the area. All of the pastas are homemade and the mains are to die for. Noise is a bit of an issue but we hear they're working on this issue. Highly recommended.
Oh my goodness. The food was incredible. We ordered to go. Had the fennel and arugula salad, beets and buratta, and shaved Brussels Caesar to start with fettuccine bolognese, spinach agnolotti and the PORK CHOP. The pork chop with bacon jam, cashew hummus and cabbages agrodolce was absolutely AMAZING. Mind blowing. Truly mind blowing. This is seriously good food.
Friendly staff, delicious food. BYOB. Highly recommend this off-Broad place. You won't regret it. Make a reservation!
A unique restaurant. Our service was awesome. I would not call this an Italian restaurant, at least in the traditional sense.
Absolutely delicious food, service was great. Homemade pasta was perfect.
Amazing meal in a relaxing atmosphere! Service wonderful! Never disappoints
We went to Semolina for our anniversary, after waiting since they opened to have a kid free night. We were not disappointed; the food is outrageously good. I like their use of seasonal ingredients and frequently changing menu. We had a really interesting appetizer, two entrees with each of us unsure which was more delicious, and two unbelievably good desserts. Service was just the right amount of attentive.
Great experience. We found Semolina on Open Table. We went on a Tuesday night and it was pretty busy! The noise level was fine. Seated right away. Entire staff was friendly and everything we ate was delicious and fresh. Pork chop and steak cooked perfectly. BYOB we'll be back.
Easily my favorite restaurant! This place is incredible on all levels, the menu is always changing and always delicious, with some of the best pasta dishes I ve ever had. It s wild how the menu is ever changing to incorporate seasonal ingredients yet everything is consistently incredible. Then there is the pork chop.... oh lord is this thing amazing. I cannot believe how juicy and just downright incredible they can make a pork chop taste. Overall, you should be going here, it blows everything on Broad Street away, and the service is just as good as the food is! Great people, great food, and a great time.
A fantastic restaurant for the down town Red Bank area. The dining area is quite small but they have plans to expand in the near future. The food and service was excellent and priced very reasonably. Definitely a good place to bring a date to impress them or a place to eat when your having a night out with friends. Just be aware it is BYOB.
Really enjoyed dinner with the wife and family here at Semolina. The house made pasta dishes are all delicious, and the small plates are still sharable as well. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and farm-to-table philosphy, and more than happy to offer suggestions. Can't wait to try some of the entrees next time as the pasta was hard to pass up on our first visit.
Semolina Restaurant: A Farm-to-Table Eatery with a Passion for Fresh Pasta
If you're looking for a dining experience that combines the best of farm-to-table cuisine with an emphasis on fresh pasta, look no further than Semolina Restaurant. This premier eatery is dedicated to sourcing the freshest ingredients from local farms and purveyors, and using them to create delicious, innovative dishes that are sure to delight your taste buds.
At Semolina Restaurant, we believe that food should be both delicious and nutritious. That's why we work closely with local farmers and producers to source the highest-quality ingredients possible. From our fresh herbs and vegetables to our sustainably-raised meats and seafood, every ingredient we use is carefully selected for its flavor, nutritional value, and environmental sustainability.
One of our specialties at Semolina Restaurant is fresh pasta. We make all of our pasta in-house using traditional techniques passed down through generations of Italian chefs. Our pasta is made from only the finest semolina flour, which gives it a rich texture and nutty flavor that pairs perfectly with our homemade sauces.
But don't just take our word for it – come see for yourself why Semolina Restaurant has become one of the most popular dining destinations in town. Whether you're looking for a romantic dinner for two or a lively night out with friends, we have something on our menu to suit every taste.
Start your meal off right with one of our delicious appetizers like crispy fried calamari or creamy burrata cheese served with heirloom tomatoes and basil pesto. Then move on to one of our signature pasta dishes like spaghetti carbonara or rigatoni alla vodka – both made fresh daily in-house.
If you're in the mood for something heartier, try one of our meat or seafood entrees like grilled lamb chops or pan-seared scallops served over creamy polenta. And don't forget about dessert – indulge in one of our decadent treats like tiramisu or chocolate lava cake.
At Semolina Restaurant, we pride ourselves on providing exceptional service as well as exceptional food. Our knowledgeable staff will be happy to help you select the perfect wine pairing from our extensive list featuring both local favorites as well as international selections.
So what are you waiting for? Come experience farm-to-table dining at its finest at Semolina Restaurant today!
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