ITALIAN SPECIALTIES - Albivi
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TO RECOMMEND A RESTAURANT AND JOIN US FOR DINNER CALL GAIL GERSON-WITTE 732-758-0888 OR E-MAIL TO: [email protected]. VISIT US ONLINE: WWW.WINEANDDINE4STARREVIEWS.COM Reprinted from The Wine and Dine Restaurant Research Society Newsletter, “Where To Find a True Italian Champion of Good Tastes and Easy Prices in Monmouth County,” 1/8/07, By Gail Gerson-Witte When your heart is set on taking your family to enjoy authentically prepared dishes of Italy combined with ‘innovative’ traditional dishes, pay a visit to Albivi’s. It’s comfy and roomy with an ambiance and friendly service that is as pleasing the many, many specialty dishes cre- ated by the talented kitchen chefs. Open only a short time and already the rage of the area, this chic family friendly restaurant is a place where the food ranges high, the portions are man-sized and the service is friendly and caring. A large range of spe- cialties, including a daily offering of mouth-watering Italian favorites, are quite popular with neighborhood aficionados of inspired Italian cookery. The owner Vincent and his family are very com- munity oriented and do whatever is necessary to please the pub- lic. Located min- utes from the Freehold Race- way Mall, and quite close to Great Adven- ture, this newly renovated estab- lishment has been owned and operated by the Castronovo fam- ily for 4 years as a deli but over the past five months, the new award-winning Albivi Brick Oven Restaurant has earned praise by critics and re- searchers. The comfy dining room was designed and decorated by the “The most difficult thing a restaurant can do is try and please all tastes with both excellent dishes and quality pizza, pasta, and panini’s, but our research- ers all agreed that each star represents another suc- cessful part of Albivi’s unique casual dining expe- rience that draws people from all areas.” -Tom and Claire, Star Ledger researchers BRICK OVEN BRICK OVEN Albivi in Perrineville of Millstone Township for Italy’s Most Perfect Prices Portions and Preparations Earns for Italy’s Most Perfect Prices Portions and Preparations Earns Owners Vincent and Daniela Castronovo and family’s motto is, “We make every customer feel like they are eating great food from our own kitchen at home.” Grandfather and also Maitre’D Ray Sanchez is shown with his Grandchildren Alessandra, Bianca and Vincent, from which the unusual restaurant name Albivi was derived. 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Open 7 Days lunch and dinner; BYOB Prices: Moderate; Credit Cards: All Major Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat: 11am-11pm Daily Specialties; Full Catering: On & Off premises Outdoor Dining; Parking Lunch from: $4.95; Dinner from: $12.95 ITALIAN “Whether one chooses to have dinner, pizza, or a catered party, this much-honored team will create the perfect dining event.” -Collette G., NYPost SPECIALTIES 866 Perrineville Rd., Perrineville of Millstone Township, NJ 08535 (732) 446-8211 • Fax: (732) 446-1085 “If variety is the spice of life, then Vincent offers you full measure with a fabulous friendly ambiance that’s as pleasing as the homemade pasta.” -Gail Gerson-Witte, Restaurant Writer DISHES TO TRY DISHES TO TRY Friends gather to eat and meet. Booster Club Booster Club “I wanted to provide a few words about the character of Vincenzo (Vinny) Castronovo, the owner of Albivi. Vinny is donating a generous portion of each Albivi gift card sold through the Allentown HS girls’ basketball booster club. The funds contributed by Albivi will help support Allen- town HS girls’ basketball program. This booster club fund raiser effort has been extremely suc- cessful because of Vinny’s generosity. Families who have purchased and used their gift cards have commented that Albivi’s food is delicious and the prices are very reasonable. Vinny and Albivi deserve recognition for en- suring a positive future for the Allentown HS girls’ basketball program.” Regards, Booster Club President Written to Gail by an Albivi patron that we met on the evening of the Press Dinner. APPETIZERS Insalata di Mare, $9.95 (Cold seafood salad w. shrimp, octopus, calamari, and scallops in a lemon, extra virgin olive oil marinade.) Cioppino, $15.95 (Gulf shrimp, little neck clams, Prince Edward Island mussels, scallops and calamari in light tomato seafood broth with baby spinach and garlic toast) Antipasto Tipico, $10.95 (Lovely selection of Italian meats and cheeses with assorted olives, baby artichoke hearts and roasted red peppers, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil) Calamari Fritti, $9.95 (Tender, lightly battered calamari rings, fried crisp and served with tomato sauce) Zuppa di Vongole o Cozze, $9.95 (Fresh little neck clams or Prince Edward Mussels in a light garlic tomato sauce) Antipasto Classico, $14.95 (Delicious combination of eggplant rollatini, portabello oregenato, fried calamari, crostino, jumbo shrimp and little neck clams) ENTREES Veal Vulcano, $16.95 (Veal Scallopini topped with shrimp, roasted peppers, and fresh mozzarella with fresh tomato and a splash of brandy that is finished with a brown demi glaze) Albacchio Rustica, $22.95 (Tender baby lamb chops dusted with seasoned bread crumbs, grilled and served over roasted garlic broccoli rabe) Gnocchi Bolognese, $12.95 (A ragu of fresh ground veal, beef, and sausage with a light dash of cream) Capricciosa, $19.95 (A tender thin veal chop with seasoned breadcrumbs, pan fried and served with Arugula salad) Pescecane al Forno, $21.95 (Fresh filet of Halibut with seasoned bread crumbs and a Lemon White Wine Sauce) Tilapia al Pomodor Fresca, $17.95 (Fresh Tilapia filet that is oven roasted with fresh mozzarella, bruschetta and balsamic syrup) Branzino Babbo, $21.95 (Pan seared Sea Bass with fresh herbs, roasted garlic and grilled vegetables) Pollo Albivi, $15.95 (Chicken breast pan sautéed with roasted garlic, pencil asparagus, and Portobello mushrooms finished with wine vinegar and a balsamic reduction) PIZZA (TRADITIONAL OR THIN & CRISPY) Margherita Classico (Fresh homemade mozzarella and Plum Tomato Sauce and fresh basil with extra virgin olive oil) Vegetariana (Assortment of fresh vegetables tossed with roasted garlic, baked with tomato sauce and Mozzarella cheese) SALADS Asian Salad, $7.95 (Baby greens with sliced asian pears, sesame seeds, Cilantro, gorgonzola crumbles & candied pecans finished with Orange Sesame Ginger dressing) Vodka Chopped Antipasto Salad, $8.95 talented Daniela. She wanted it decorated in this man- ner because she wanted all to feel that they were din- ing in her home. Everything is prepared to order in huge portions, at very reasonable prices, considering the top quality of the raw materials. Owner Vincent Castronovo is the driving spirit in the kitchen, along with Chef Romero, at this neighborhood eatery, which have been pleasing area residents since their arrival. It is clear to all who dine at Albivi, that the dishes are the true stars of this establishment! Their reliable service staff including Maitre’D Ray Sanchez, (Daniela’s fa- ther), is just as sociable as the personable owners, as their desire to have happy faces is quite evident. Whether you are coming for a ‘light bite’, a luscious lunch or a get-together with family or friends, dining is like a well run symphony with dishes that utilize fresh ingredients in an atmo- sphere that invited you to linger. Albivi is a good choice for any occasion and provide very impres- sive catering ‘setups’ both in- side and off premises. They are definitely the rage of the area; Vincent and Daniela greet every guest that enters, with a genu- ine eagerness to please. The entire area celebrates and welcomes the arrival of the Castronovo family and the professional service staff. This is an upbeat restaurant where a lively crowd meets for fun, affordable prices and dazzling four star dishes. Finally, a restaurant to please all tastes and pocketbooks.
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TO RECOMMEND A RESTAURANT AND JOIN US FOR DINNER CALL GAIL GERSON-WITTE 732-758-0888 OR E-MAIL TO: [email protected]. VISIT US ONLINE: WWW.WINEANDDINE4STARREVIEWS.COM
Reprinted from The Wine and Dine Restaurant Research Society Newsletter, “Where To Find a True Italian Champion of Good Tastesand Easy Prices in Monmouth County,” 1/8/07, By Gail Gerson-Witte
When your heart is set on taking your family toenjoy authentically prepared dishes of Italy combined
with ‘innovative’ traditionaldishes, pay a visit toAlbivi’s. It’s comfy androomy with an ambianceand friendly service that isas pleasing the many,many specialty dishes cre-ated by the talentedkitchen chefs.
Open only a short timeand already the rage ofthe area, this chic familyfriendly restaurant is aplace where the foodranges high, the portionsare man-sized and the
service is friendly and caring. A large range of spe-cialties, including a daily offering of mouth-wateringItalian favorites, are quite popular with neighborhoodaficionados of inspired Italian cookery.
The owner Vincent and his family are very com-munity orientedand do whateveris necessary toplease the pub-lic. Located min-utes from theFreehold Race-way Mal l , andquite close toGreat Adven-ture, this newlyrenovated estab-l ishment hasbeen owned andoperated by theCastronovo fam-ily for 4 years asa deli but overthe past f ivemonths, the newaward-winningAlbivi Brick OvenRestaurant hasearned praise bycr i t ics and re-searchers.
The comfydining room wasdesigned anddecorated by the
“The most difficult thing a restaurant can do is tryand please all tastes with both excellent dishes andquality pizza, pasta, and panini’s, but our research-ers all agreed that each star represents another suc-cessful part of Albivi’s unique casual dining expe-rience that draws people from all areas.”
-Tom and Claire, Star Ledger researchers
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Owners Vincent and Daniela Castronovo and family’smotto is, “We make every customer feel like they areeating great food from our own kitchen at home.”
Grandfather and also Maitre’D Ray Sanchezis shown with his Grandchildren Alessandra,
Bianca and Vincent, from which the unusualrestaurant name Albivi was derived.
RECOMMENDED DISHES
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This newly de-signed restaurantincludes a charm-ing outdoor patio,extremely popularon a nice day. Thepatio has accessto Daniela’s gor-geous jewelryboutique, f i l ledwith accessoriesfor every woman.
An exuberant crowdof loyal diners areperfectly attuned tothe remarkable vari-ety of regular and specialty Pizzas, the luscioushomemade pasta selections, thescrumptious hot Panini Sandwiches,the delicious homemade desserts(above) and the in-house madefresh breads, along with spectacu-lar seafood and specialty chicken,fish and meat selections.
Open 7 Days lunch and dinner; BYOBPrices: Moderate; Credit Cards: All Major
Sun-Thurs: 11am-10pm, Fri-Sat: 11am-11pmDaily Specialties; Full Catering: On & Off premises
Outdoor Dining; ParkingLunch from: $4.95; Dinner from: $12.95
ITALIAN
“Whether one choosesto have dinner, pizza,or a catered party, thismuch-honored teamwill create the perfectdining event.”
-Collette G., NYPost
SPECIALTIES866 Perrineville Rd., Perrineville
of Millstone Township, NJ 08535(732) 446-8211 • Fax: (732) 446-1085
“If variety is the spice of life, thenVincent offers you full measure witha fabulous friendly ambiance that’sas pleasing as the homemadepasta.”
-Gail Gerson-Witte,Restaurant Writer
DISHES TO TRY DISHES TO TRY
Friendsgather toeat andmeet.
Booster ClubBooster Club
“I wanted to provide a few words about thecharacter of Vincenzo (Vinny) Castronovo, theowner of Albivi. Vinny is donating a generousportion of each Albivi gift card sold through theAllentown HS girls’ basketball booster club. Thefunds contributed by Albivi will help support Allen-town HS girls’ basketball program. This boosterclub fund raiser effort has been extremely suc-cessful because of Vinny’s generosity. Familieswho have purchased and used their gift cardshave commented that Albivi’s food is deliciousand the prices are very reasonable.Vinny and Albivi deserve recognition for en-suring a positive future for the Allentown HS girls’basketball program.” Regards, Booster Club President
Written to Gail by an Albivi patron that we meton the evening of the Press Dinner.
APPETIZERSInsalata di Mare, $9.95(Cold seafood salad w. shrimp, octopus, calamari,and scallops in a lemon, extra virgin olive oil marinade.)Cioppino, $15.95(Gulf shrimp, little neck clams, Prince Edward Islandmussels, scallops and calamari in light tomato seafoodbroth with baby spinach and garlic toast)Antipasto Tipico, $10.95(Lovely selection of Italian meats and cheeses withassorted olives, baby artichoke hearts and roasted redpeppers, drizzled with extra virgin olive oil)Calamari Fritti, $9.95(Tender, lightly battered calamari rings, fried crisp andserved with tomato sauce)Zuppa di Vongole o Cozze, $9.95(Fresh little neck clams or Prince Edward Mussels in alight garlic tomato sauce)Antipasto Classico, $14.95(Delicious combination of eggplant rollatini, portabellooregenato, fried calamari, crostino, jumbo shrimp andlittle neck clams) ENTREESVeal Vulcano, $16.95(Veal Scallopini topped with shrimp, roasted peppers,and fresh mozzarella with fresh tomato and a splash ofbrandy that is finished with a brown demi glaze)Albacchio Rustica, $22.95(Tender baby lamb chops dusted with seasoned breadcrumbs, grilled and served over roasted garlic broccolirabe)Gnocchi Bolognese, $12.95(A ragu of fresh ground veal, beef, and sausage with alight dash of cream)Capricciosa, $19.95(A tender thin veal chop with seasoned breadcrumbs,pan fried and served with Arugula salad)Pescecane al Forno, $21.95(Fresh filet of Halibut with seasoned bread crumbs anda Lemon White Wine Sauce)Tilapia al Pomodor Fresca, $17.95(Fresh Tilapia filet that is oven roasted with freshmozzarella, bruschetta and balsamic syrup)Branzino Babbo, $21.95(Pan seared Sea Bass with fresh herbs, roasted garlicand grilled vegetables)Pollo Albivi, $15.95(Chicken breast pan sautéed with roasted garlic, pencilasparagus, and Portobello mushrooms finished withwine vinegar and a balsamic reduction) PIZZA (TRADITIONAL OR THIN & CRISPY)Margherita Classico(Fresh homemade mozzarella and Plum Tomato Sauceand fresh basil with extra virgin olive oil)Vegetariana(Assortment of fresh vegetables tossed with roastedgarlic, baked with tomato sauce and Mozzarella cheese) SALADSAsian Salad, $7.95(Baby greens with sliced asian pears, sesame seeds,Cilantro, gorgonzola crumbles & candied pecansfinished with Orange Sesame Ginger dressing)Vodka Chopped Antipasto Salad, $8.95
talented Daniela. She wanted it decorated in this man-ner because she wanted all to feel that they were din-ing in her home.
Everything is prepared to order in huge portions,at very reasonable prices, considering the top qualityof the raw materials. Owner Vincent Castronovo isthe driving spirit in the kitchen, along with ChefRomero, at this neighborhood eatery, which have beenpleasing area residents since their arrival. It is clear
to all who dine at Albivi, that thedishes are the true stars of thisestablishment! Their reliableservice staff including Maitre’DRay Sanchez, (Daniela’s fa-ther), is just as sociable as thepersonable owners, as theirdesire to have happy faces isquite evident.
Whether you are comingfor a ‘light bite’, a lusciouslunch or a get-together withfamily or friends, dining is likea well run symphony with
dishes thatutilize freshingredients inan atmo-sphere thatinvited you tolinger.
Albivi is agood choice forany occasionand providevery impres-sive catering‘setups’ both in-side and offpremises. Theyare definitelythe rage of thearea; Vincent
and Daniela greet every guest that enters, with a genu-ine eagerness to please. The entire area celebrates andwelcomes the arrival of the Castronovo family and theprofessional service staff. This is an upbeat restaurantwhere a lively crowd meets for fun, affordable pricesand dazzling four star dishes. Finally, a restaurant toplease all tastes and pocketbooks.
