
Fresh Handmade Pasta | Seafood | Classic Italian Dishes
Craving real Italian food? At Sal De Forte's Ristorante, we've been serving authentic Italian food in Ewing Township since 1985. Our Italian food features fresh pasta made daily, succulent seafood, and classic dishes prepared with imported ingredients and family recipes. Whether you're near Princeton, Trenton, or anywhere in Mercer County, experience why we're among the best Italian restaurants NJ has to offer.
When you search for Italian food near me, you deserve more than reheated dishes from a chain restaurant. Here's what makes our Italian food truly authentic.
The Vizzini family has been perfecting Italian food in New Jersey since 1985. Our recipes are authentic, passed down through generations.
Our pasta is made fresh every morning. No frozen ingredients, no shortcuts – just real Italian food prepared the traditional way.
We source authentic Italian ingredients – San Marzano tomatoes, Parmigiano-Reggiano, Italian olive oil – for genuine Italian food flavors.
Not a chain. Not a franchise. We're a family restaurant where every dish of Italian food is prepared with care and pride.
From fresh handmade pasta to succulent seafood, our Italian food menu features the dishes that have made us a local favorite for nearly four decades.

Fresh clams, mussels, shrimp & calamari over linguine

Braised veal shanks in rich Italian sauce

Fresh pasta made daily, served your way

Italian-style stuffed peppers with savory filling
Browse our complete Italian food offerings by category
Handmade cavatelli, lasagna, linguine & more
View Menu →Frutti Di Mare, Shrimp Scampi, fresh fish
View Menu →Veal Marsala, Veal Parmigiana, Ossobuco
View Menu →Chicken Parmigiana, Chicken Marsala & more
View Menu →Calamari, Caprese, Stuffed Mushrooms
View Menu →Tiramisu, Cannoli, NY Cheesecake
View Menu →Looking for authentic Italian food near Princeton, Trenton, or anywhere in Mercer County? We're conveniently located to serve you.
We're located right here in Ewing Township at 1400 Parkway Ave. The best Italian food in your own backyard!
Learn More →Just 10 minutes from Princeton University. Perfect for parents' weekends, celebrations, or a night of authentic Italian food.
Learn More →Only 7 minutes from downtown Trenton. The perfect escape for lunch or dinner featuring real Italian food.
Learn More →Free parking | Wheelchair accessible | Full bar
Can't dine in? Enjoy our authentic Italian food at home! Order online for pickup and bring the taste of Italy to your table.
Full menu available for takeout | Perfect for family dinners, office lunches & events
Common questions about our Italian food and restaurant
We serve authentic Italian food including fresh handmade pasta (cavatelli, lasagna, linguine), seafood (Frutti Di Mare, Shrimp Scampi), veal dishes (Veal Marsala, Veal Parmigiana), chicken specialties, steaks, and classic Italian desserts like tiramisu and cannoli. All our Italian food is prepared using traditional family recipes.
Yes! Our Italian food is 100% authentic. The Vizzini family has been serving traditional Italian food in New Jersey since 1985. We make our pasta fresh daily, use imported Italian ingredients, and follow recipes passed down through generations. No shortcuts, no frozen ingredients – just real Italian food.
Absolutely! We offer many vegetarian Italian food options including Eggplant Parmigiana, Pasta Primavera, Fresh Caprese Salad, and various pasta dishes that can be prepared vegetarian. We also offer gluten-free pasta for guests with dietary restrictions.
Yes! You can order our Italian food for pickup through our online ordering system. We offer the full menu for takeout, and our Italian food travels well – perfect for enjoying authentic Italian cuisine at home.
Yes, we offer full Italian food catering for events of all sizes – from intimate family gatherings to corporate events and weddings. Our catering menu includes all your favorite Italian dishes. Call (609) 406-0123 to discuss your Italian food catering needs.
Sal De Forte's is just 10 minutes from Princeton, offering authentic Italian food at 1400 Parkway Ave, Ewing Township, NJ. We're the closest upscale Italian food restaurant to Princeton University, making us perfect for parents' weekends, celebrations, and date nights.
Our Italian food is prepared fresh daily using authentic family recipes from Italy. Unlike chain restaurants, we make our pasta in-house every morning, source premium ingredients, and have been perfecting our Italian food for 39 years. We also have a full liquor license with an extensive Italian wine selection.
Stop searching for "Italian food near me" – you've found it. Join us at Sal De Forte's for the best Italian food in New Jersey.