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Farinolio

Westfield, New Jersey

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2 January 2020

Judging by their yelp rating, this Italian-themed cafe is a big success after a year in business in fancy-pants Westfield. Notwithstanding the high prices, this is a real nice place to get a bite to eat and a coffee. It's almost like being transported back to Italy, until you look out the window.Their focaccia bread and sandwiches, croissants and pastries are all excellent. They also have a small selection of imported gourmet items from Italy for sale--olive oil, balsamic vinegar, bags of bread flour, Venchi chocolate bars, etc.I have to knock off a point for the awkward arrangement of having to order at the counter, then the bottleneck at the register with no place to stand while you wait to pick up your order and pay. Also, the cafe tables and chairs are cramped and uncomfortable, except for small children. More...

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15 December 2019

I had a date here on recommendation from my niece who lives in the area. She was right on the money. The food was absolutely delicious, the people were very nice, and pastries and desserts and cappuccino etc. we're all fresh and homemade and luscious. I only wish that I was not an hour away from there because I'd love to be back every week. More...

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5 December 2019

The bread was a standout. The crust was a thin crispy veil that cracked into shards when you took a bite. I had the grilled eggplant and mozzarella sandwich. The mozzerella was pillowy and tender. Honestly I felt like I was in Italy. Felt well-worth the money spent. Staff was friendly. It's small, with bistro tables and a large center table. You order at the counter and buss your food to the trash when done. Great for small groups, solo diners. More...

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23 November 2019

Sweet bakery goods and savory flatbreads /sandwich were pretty good. I can't remember the names we got but we liked the flatbreads with prosciutto that comes with arugula and truffled butter, also the one with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella. As for desserts, we got the one with sweet rice pudding on a crust, cream puffs and some cookies. The pastries weren't too sweet. Everything we got was enjoyable, however they are pricey. One flatbread will cost you around $13-$15. Great for breakfast, brunch, and coffee. They also have charcuterie available. More...

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6 November 2019

My entire family loves this place.  They offer a salad option now, which is fabulous!

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3 November 2019

In a line that resembles a much gentler soup nazi scene, you move through Farinilio and pick the sandwich and sweets of your choice. There were an array of option, most resembling the next so closely it was hard to choose. We tried a trio of sandwiches and had the opportunity to pick what we liked best for our next visit. The prosciutto, very good and can see the aged prosciutto they're using right in front. The other options (porcetta and speck) were new flavors to us and we were not sure what to expect. We are certainly on board with both meats now. I would stop in again, first visit is a little tough not knowing what you want and having to move through the line at an accelerated pace. More...

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28 October 2019

Finalmente! Sorprendente! Delicious and authentic the food is much better than what my friends who are frequently eating or ordering from this place have said. The location of the restaurant is optimal in Westfield, NJ. Clean and inviting, once inside you don't want to leave. The food is incredibly fresh and well apportioned. The staff are clean, professional with the proper knowledge and even the correct pronunciation of Italian from the menu. I look forward to my next visit. More...

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23 October 2019

Great coffee shop with homemade desserts and breakfast items.  All made on premises.  Good parking in rear with back entrance.  Immaculately clean establishment and can watch through glass preparation of fresh foods.  Nice seating and ambiance.  A strong Five Plus. More...

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19 October 2019

When did I land in Italy? BELÍSSIMO! Such a delicious, quaint location to stop by to eat lunch and enjoy a stroll through Westfields downtown on a beautiful day. The sandwiches are amazing and their imported products add to the experience. More...

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23 September 2019

I had the best sandwich I've ever had in NJ.  I've been all through Italy, and this restaurant is Italy!  I had the salami with fennel (finocchio) Heaven! They make their own bread. I wish I lived in Westfield, but a visit once in awhile will keep me happy.Thank you More...

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14 September 2019

The food was delicious, the wine was very good, great ambience, the staff was friendly and the place was nice and clean. This was the first time for myself and my friend. I will be back left there stuffed. More...

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11 September 2019

Been here on many occasions during normal operating hours and it's always been a wonderful experience. Francesco and his wife and whole team are simply wonderful, and the food is outstanding. When thinking of a place to host a team event, I decided to explore my options at Farinolio instead of another boring and mundane dinner at some standard restaurant.  I'm so glad I did.  Francesco our together a private event for us that included an olive oil tasting followed by a culinary adventure!  The food was beyond delicious and the whole team made sure the night was an experience, rather than just another dinner.  Such a great option for a get together amongst friends or family too. Can't wait to plan our next event here. Thank you!!!!! Grazie mille!!! More...

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10 September 2019

Wonderful food, wonderful people. Sitting at the airport, flight very delayed, enjoying your sandwiches.Thanks for taking good care of me......now for your cookies !!!

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2 September 2019

Love this place! Came for lunch and got a pizza and a pastry. Both not only looked delicious but we're. The dough was so fluffy while still maintaining a hard outside crust. The atmosphere was very cozy and they made sure that every table was cleaned as soon as people got up to leave. Definitely can't wait to come back. More...

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19 August 2019

Anyone who has something bad to say about this place really needs to get out more. There's simply nothing like Farinolio. Save your money on visiting Italy, it's right here in Westfield . No fake accents. And cold bottled iced tea. More...

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9 August 2019

Everything they make is really really good. Problem is, for such a major kitchen operation, they seem to have such few options.  I'd like to see them expand the menu a bit. More...

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5 August 2019

Authentic Italian sandwiches and pastries that are ridiculously good. The baker is from Florence and if you've ever eaten in a similar type of sandwich shop in Italy, you will think you are back there. Annette and Francesco, the owners are hospitable and friendly and with a long communal table, the place has a wonderful casual yet cool atmosphere. For a casual meal, it's not cheap but it's well worth it, you can taste the quality of the ingredients (mozzarella, tomatoes, olive oils, etc) in every delicious bite. I suggest going with a group and ordering a bunch of sandwiches quartered so you can taste a bit of everything. My personal favorite so far is the "Signorini" which is with salami but everything is so so good. You really can't go wrong. We brought out of town guests from L.A. and they were blown away by not just the food but the total experience. Our 9 year old kept talking about how good it was the next day. Highly recommend! More...

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4 August 2019

They have authentic Italian sandwiches. Slightly crackly, air pocketed bread with fresh meats and cheeses... Will definitely be back. The iced cappuccino had a strong espresso flavor. The store also has a bunch of imported Italian merchandise which makes it even more endearing. Just wasn't a huge fan of the pastries we had, like the Torta Della Nonna which had overcooked jelly-like pastry cream, but I still want to try some others because they looked fantastic. More...

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29 July 2019

Delizioso!  Simple and authentic.

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22 July 2019

Fresh ingredients, delightful flavor combinations, great staff! I ordered a few different things and it was all delicious. Don't leave without trying some pastries! More...

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10 July 2019

Takes me back to Firenze!  My daughter and I had brunch here today and I can't enough nice things about this gem. The sandwich and focaccia were both delicious.  It reminded me so much of the sandwich/pizza place in the San Lorenzo mercado.  The service was great and the place is spotless! More...

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6 July 2019

This is not 5 star Westfield good.  This is 5 star NYC good.  For this type of food, this is as good, if not better, than anything in NYC. Stop whatever you are doing and get your ass to this joint. You'll see from my other reviews that I generally give high ratings, but that's only because I tend to review places I really like.  So please don't mistake this high rating as being from a Westfield resident who doesn't know what *real* good food tastes like because I'm too Jersey to know.I have spent most of my life running around trying to find the best of everything; pastry, bagel, pizza, coffee, etc.Is Farinolio world-class?  No, but very, very close. If you live in the area and like top, top quality food, this is the place for you. Cannot recommend enough! More...

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5 July 2019

So this place is absolutely tremendous. The bread on their sandwhiches is light but crunchy and the ingredients are super fresh. The desserts in the window I'm sure are great. They have an open kitchen was is nice to see everything being made while also visualizing how clean the kitchen is kept. This place fits Westfield like peanut butter & jelly. Great restaurant. More...

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27 June 2019

I'm from Italy and I am very picky when it comes to Italian food. I have to say that Farinolio is one of the best Italian places I have ever been to since I moved to the States. Every time I go to Farinolio, I feel like I'm in Italy thanks to the delicious food and the wonderful atmosphere. I highly suggest anyone to go visit them and try their delicious products More...

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26 June 2019

One of the few places to actually nail the flavors of what you would eat in Italy. This place is worth visiting just for the bread. Some of the best sandwich bread I've ever had. A little pricey, but that's the cost of doing business in Westfield. More...

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25 June 2019

I studied abroad in Florence and missed it so much when I came home that I moved back there after graduating college. I have recently returned home after living there for a year and finally went to Farinolio for a long overdue visit and I couldn't be more impressed! Everything from the atmosphere, to the staff, to the quality of their food made me feel like I was right back in my beloved Italy. They have an incredible selection of both sweet and savory to satisfy any craving. I had the Banti (spek, stracchino, & arugula) and it did not disappoint! The stracchino may have been some of the best I've ever had (and trust me - I've had a whole lot) and the bread was baked so perfectly... you can really tell that they truly care about the quality of everything they are serving. My only complaint would be that the servings should be bigger because it was so delicious I could have eaten ten more if I let myself! I can't wait to get back ASAP. Grazie mille! More...

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11 June 2019

There's simply nothing like it. Save your money on visiting Italy, it's right here in Westfield.

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10 June 2019

My husband loves this place for the food, the atmosphere and the owner & Staffs.  I love getting the ham and cheese croissant and the Nutella croissant (the little one).  They also have great coffee and fresh squeeze OJ.  My little loves that he gets to eat chocolate here.  All in all, we are very happy and will return many more times! More...

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6 June 2019

This place is so freakin good. Every little detail of their food is a treat in its self. From the first bite into the bread that is crunchy and salted to perfection. .to the cheese that spreads perfectly..and the meat that is so fresh. I've never had anything like it. The desserts are out of this world. That Nutella from Italy is redic. Everything is so fresh I can't stop coming here for lunch. More...

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1 June 2019

Read about this place in the Star Ledger and it didn't disappoint. Amazing prosciutto sandwich and wonderfully buttery cookies. Great service. Worth the long trip, definitely will return. More...

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7 April 2019

I feel like I've been transported to Italy. The sandwiches at Farinolio taste like the sandwiches I fell in love with at All Antico Vinaio in Florence. The key components of a good sandwich are freshly baked bread and high quality ingredients. Farinolio delivers. My sandwich, the boldini ($11) was a simple sandwich of thinly sliced golfetta salami and stracchino cheese. It was the perfect combination of salty from the salami, creamy from the cheese and crunchy from the delicious focaccia bread. I also sampled the crostatina alla Nutella ($5.60) which was a buttery tart filled with Nutella filling and topped with cocoa powder, powdered sugar and a hazelnut. It was also delicious. When in Westfield again, I will return to Farinolio. More...

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7 April 2019

Head spinningly delicious, ultra yum, amazing quality, and really nice staff, go quickly before I buy your sandwich

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22 March 2019

Simply amazing! The flavors and quality reminded me of summers in Europe.. definitely recommend and will be going back over and over again

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17 March 2019

Hands down the best, most authentic Italian cafe I've ever been too.  I always get the prosciutto on their focaccia and their americano. A must try if you want to feel like you are in Florence More...

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10 March 2019

So good but also pricey! I don't mind, though, because everything here has been delicious and impeccable. The focaccia is unlike any focaccia I've tried before - so light and crisp. The Nutella filled croissants are very addictive! The sandwiches are expensive around $10-12 but quite filling; just eat slowly and savor it! This is a treat for us on the weekends, definitely not an every day thing. The prices are worth it. More...

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8 March 2019

Since they opened I've been there total of 3 times. I had 3 of their different (~$13+tip) sandwiches and one Nutella cup.  As everyone says the sandwiches taste delicious and fresh, but also salty .  Maybe saltiness is what's "authentic" about, I don't know.  The Nutella cup was way overpriced for what it was, like c'mon it's literally Nutella on a cookie crust. It's a nice place to sit with maybe one or two friends because any more will not fit.  Recommended to a couple of my coworkers who went there on their own and liked it.  This isn't the place you can bring your office for lunch, because again, y'all won't fit. They have the (almost everywhere standard nowadays) touch screen register that guilts you into tipping lol Personally I don't care but I know some people who hate it so just heads up. Good solid addition to our downtown, not cheap, and ofc the prices not listed anywhere, but definitely visit again. More...

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3 March 2019

Exceptionally good experiences every time I go here. The food is unlike anything you'll find even in NYC. The staff are preternaturally kind and enthusiastic about their products. Have had great conversations with the Italian baker, translated by one of the cashiers. And it's a lovely place to sit and have a coffee or eat one of their delicious sandwiches with a glass of wine. Time slows down. You have momentarily left the rat race, and begun to live like an Italian. Special tip: try the #2 flour bread, maybe order it with a small tub of the robiola cheese that they import from Italy. More...

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2 March 2019

This place is "IT". Loved every bite. The sandwich was fresh and sooo good. I had the salami, pecorino and arugula. The bread they use is absolutely out of this world. The Torta Della Nonna was amazing. Buttery and not too sweet with a creamy custard. I had the small bread with cherry tomatoes in the center (can't remember the name) delicious. The service was very friendly and welcoming. Will definitely recommend this to everyone and I can't wait to return. More...

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19 February 2019

We were charmed indeed to visit Farinolio for afternoon coffee today. Our 5 year old, Eliana, insisted on bellying up to the counter with the clementine, Goldfish, and apple brought from home. Before we could say, "Viva Italia!", the proprietor, Francesco, had won her heart with a warm star-shaped cookie and even warmer smile. They chatted as he rang up a steady stream of other customers. Francesco and his colleagues truly embody graciousness - and they have won over a wee little customer with their kindness and high quality product. And for those who were wondering...their latte was amazing and packed a caffeine punch!Grazie from a happy Westfield family! More...

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26 January 2019

Lives up to the hype. Crispy bread. Delicious pastries. Courteous staff that went above and beyond in several ways during the 20 or so minutes we were in there. Wanting to eat here every day now.

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20 January 2019

Delish. Fresh ingredients. Little pricey but worth it once in a while as a treat.  Delish homemade baked goods.  Good coffee.  Owner from Florence Italy!

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30 December 2018

Wanted to try something different for brunch here in Westfield and found this place. A 5 star review is an understatement. This was absolutely delicious. We tried a couple different things and ALL were delicious. Not one bad thing to say. This place is legit! More...

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23 December 2018

The best time to come is in the morning when everything is just coming out of the oven. Get an espresso and watch the Baker work. I love the schiacciata al uva (focaccia with grapes) especially when it's still warm.  I'm vegan and some might think an Italian place would be hard to accommodate but they always make me a vegan schiacciata that's not your typical boring vegan sandwich if you'd go anywhere else ; it's full of flavor !! More...

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22 December 2018

I could stay here all day and eat everything they have. In the morning it's impossible to decide between a Nutella brioscia and the ham and cheese croissant, both are so delicious. And the cappuccino is a must. For lunch the sandwiches are unlike anything you can find elsewhere. Go classic with the Signorini or be a little more adventurous and try the Fattori. And then if you're not stuffed by dinner, get the beautiful cutting board with cheeses and meats and pair it with a bottle of wine. Not only is the food amazing, the service is great and the number of regulars coming in show how much this place is loved. Couldn't recommend it more! More...

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19 December 2018

Italian food, with Italian style! You can breath and taste what really comes from Tuscany, the smell, the fragrancy of flat bread, freshly baked biscuits, all mixed with the historical names coming from one of most beautiful city in the world, Firenze, when everything started! Don't worry, if you hear people speaking Italian, it means you're in the right place. The lovely sound will take you through the time door, straight to Italy! More...

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16 December 2018

This place was delicious. GF and I split two sandwiches - plenty of food the focaccia was done perfectly.  Friendly owner and staff - place is bright clean and inviting. Definitely coming back

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4 December 2018

Went for lunch today - the Signorini sandwich was amazing. My coworker liked it so much he got a second one!! The Nutella cookie was also incredible. The people here were so nice and sweet too - they brought us over some free pastry samples to try. I got a latte that went perfectly with the cookie. Super cute little spot with amazing food!! More...

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27 November 2018

Impeccable. Fresh. Clean. Friendly. Authentic. Delicious. I cannot say enough about the food or the people. Just what westfield needed. Do yourself a favor and pop in to say hi, your stomach (and your heart) won't be disappointed...and get your kids the 2 bite pizzas!!! More...

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25 November 2018

One of many reasons why I love Westfield. Stumbled passed here with a friend to grab a quick bite and it checked off everything we were looking for. Service was quick, menu was easy to choose from, and seating was easy to get. You walk through a showcase of different pizzas, sandwiches, and pastries, and point out which ones you'd like to order. Way in the back is a working kitchen where you can see the cooks and bakers knead dough and make the pizzas. I love the pastries and deserts they had. Everything looked so good! They have a coffee menu (think strong Italian coffee - espressos, cappuccinos, etc.) but they also have tea and hot chocolate. Once you order on line, you can pick a small table (or sit on the nice wooden communal table). We ordered a pizza and it was okay (I wish they offered to heat it up). The Nutella cookies were amazing. The tea was also great and so was the coffee. The ambiance of the place is very homey-industrial. Makes you want to sit and chat with friends all day. Overall very nice and casual restaurant. More...

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18 November 2018

I was in the area for work and stumbled across this place. I got the prosciutto sandwich which was absolutely delicious. The fresh ingredients and bread was amazing. Very friendly staff and worth every penny .... you get what you pay for And this place is a must go. I'll be back! More...

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