Mangia Brick Oven Pizza & Grill in Bordentown, NJ: A Hidden Gem for Italian Food, Family Dinners & More!

If you're looking for a great Italian restaurant in South Jersey that offers everything from brick oven pizza to impressive homemade Italian dishes, Mangia Brick Oven Pizza & Grill in Bordentown, New Jersey, deserves a spot on your list!

We recently stopped by Mangia for a family dinner, bringing along my mom and grandmom, and let's just say we're still talking about some of the dishes we tried!

Mangia's Bordentown restaurant is a sister location to Mangia in Delran, NJ. What makes this location especially convenient is its setup. There's a full sit-down dining area for a traditional restaurant experience, along with a separate section for quick pizza takeout.

Whether you're planning a date night, family dinner, special celebration, or just grabbing a pizza on the way home, Mangia has you covered.

A Family Dinner With Plenty of Options

For our visit, we enjoyed one of Mangia's family-style, multi-course dinner specials, which gave us the opportunity to sample several different dishes. They also offer a full Italian menu, pizza, seafood, pasta, and rotating seasonal specials.

One thing that immediately stood out was the variety. There really is something for everyone, and the portions certainly didn't disappoint. I brought my mom and she, summed up the experience perfectly when she said, "I can't wait to go back!"- Nancy

The Food: Here's What We Tried!

Mortadella di Bologna

We started with the Mortadella di Bologna, and the first thing that caught our attention was the generous portion size.

Mangia definitely doesn't skimp when it comes to serving food. This was a great way to kick off our meal and an excellent appetizer for the table to share.

Veal Chop Parmigiana: The Dish Everyone Is Still Talking About!

This was one of the absolute highlights of our visit! The Veal Chop Parmigiana is a newer main dish at Mangia, and it was absolutely amazing. As i said, I brought my mom and grandmom along for dinner, and they have literally been talking about this dish ever since!

My grandmom might have given the best review of the entire night when she said, "I've been thinking about that veal since we left. I can't wait to get it again!"

When a meal leaves that kind of impression on multiple generations of an Italian family, you know the restaurant is doing something right. This is definitely one I'd recommend trying.

Maryland Crab Cakes With Three-Cheese Risotto

If you're a seafood lover, this dish deserves your attention.

The Maryland crab cakes paired with three-cheese risotto were my wife Taylor's personal favorite of the evening. In fact, her review was short and sweet: "The risotto was amazing!"

It's a great option for someone who wants to explore something beyond traditional pasta and pizza, and judging by Taylor's reaction, we'll probably be ordering this one again on our next visit!

Chicken Sorrentino: A New Special Worth Trying

Another dish we sampled was the Chicken Sorrentino, featuring eggplant and a rich beef-and-wine sauce.

This is one of Mangia's newer specials, and it was another standout from our dinner. If you're someone who enjoys traditional Italian comfort food with a little extra creativity, I'd recommend giving this one a shot.

Pumpkin Ravioli: My Personal Favorite!

Now, this one completely surprised me! Part of Mangia's fall menu, the Pumpkin Ravioli ended up being my personal favorite dish of the entire visit. I honestly couldn't believe how good it was. Sometimes you order something a little different without knowing what to expect, and it ends up being the best thing on the table.

That's exactly what happened here. If you happen to visit when their seasonal pumpkin ravioli is available, don't pass it up!

Margherita Pizza: How Does the Pizza Stack Up?

Of course, you can't visit a place called Mangia Brick Oven Pizza & Grill without trying the pizza!

We ordered their classic Margherita Pizza, and it delivered.

The pizza was cooked perfectly, with a solid undercarriage, a good crisp, and a really tasty sauce. For me, those are some of the most important things when judging a quality pizza. Whether you're dining in or just stopping by for takeout, the pizza is absolutely worth checking out.

Don't Forget Dessert: Those Cannoli!

Just when we thought we couldn't eat another bite, dessert arrived.

And let me tell you, the cannoli. OMG! Seriously, save some room for dessert. It's the perfect way to finish off a big Italian family dinner, and Mangia has plenty of sweet options to explore.

BYOB With a Special Wine Option

One interesting feature at Mangia is that the restaurant is BYOB, meaning guests can bring their favorite bottle of wine to enjoy with dinner. However, Mangia also offers a selection of Meadowcroft Wines available for purchase on-site through its special wine-selling arrangement. It's a convenient option for diners who didn't bring a bottle but still want to enjoy wine with their Italian meal.

Hosting a Wedding, Baptism, Birthday or Private Party?

Mangia isn't just a great place for dinner. It's also a location worth considering for your next special event!

The Bordentown restaurant offers space for private gatherings, including small weddings, baptisms, birthday parties, bridal showers, baby showers, anniversaries, family celebrations, and corporate events.

They also offer catering options if you'd rather bring Mangia's food to your own event.

For private events or catering inquiries, contact the restaurant directly to discuss availability, pricing, and menu options.

Our Final Thoughts: Is Mangia Worth Visiting?

Absolutely!

What I enjoyed most about Mangia was the variety of food and the ability to enjoy a full Italian family dinner without sacrificing the convenience of a neighborhood pizza restaurant.

The Veal Chop Parmigiana was a massive hit with my mom and grandmom, Taylor loved the crab cakes with three-cheese risotto, and I still can't stop thinking about those pumpkin ravioli.

And when your mom is already planning another visit and your grandmom is still thinking about the veal days later, that tells you everything you need to know!

If you're looking for Italian food in Bordentown, NJ, put Mangia on your radar. And when you stop in, tell them Hoagie sent ya!

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Location: Bordentown, New Jersey

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Watch Our Full Mangia Food Review Below!

Want to see everything we ordered, get a closer look at the generous portions, and hear what we really thought about each dish?

Check out our full video review below and see why Mangia Brick Oven Pizza & Grill in Bordentown should be on your South Jersey food bucket list!

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