La Rocca Osteria

4.5 ( 292 reviews )
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$30–50
21 Midland Ave, Montclair, NJ 07042, United States
+1 973-746-0707

When it comes to Italian cuisine in Montclair, La Rocca Osteria stands out as a gem that has captured the hearts of its patrons. Located at 21 Midland Ave, this cozy eatery offers a delightful blend of authentic dishes and a warm ambiance. Customers rave about the handmade pasta, with many declaring the lasagna to be the best they've ever tasted — a harmonious balance of flavors without overwhelming cheese. The Lamb Chops and skirt steak special, both cooked to perfection, come highly recommended, showcasing the restaurant's commitment to quality.

Moreover, the chefs pay close attention to detail, ensuring that every plate not only looks exquisite but bursts with flavor. Diners appreciate the BYOB policy, allowing them to pair their meals with their favorite wines. Whichever dish you choose, one thing is clear: everything at La Rocca reflects a passion for culinary excellence.

Whether you're seeking a romantic dinner or a lively gathering with friends, La Rocca Osteria promises a memorable dining experience. As one reviewer succinctly put it, "Take my money," undoubtedly reflecting the sentiments of many who leave with full hearts and satisfied palates. Returning here feels more like a homecoming than a meal out!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Has outdoor seating
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
    • No delivery
  • Highlights
    • Serves great coffee
    • Serves great dessert
    • Has great wine list
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves coffee
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves food
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
    • Has seating
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Cosy
    • Romantic
    • Trendy
    • Upmarket
  • Crowd
    • Family friendly
    • Good for groups
    • LGBTQ+ friendly
    • Popular with tourists
    • Transgender safe space
  • Planning
    • Reservations required
    • Dinner reservations recommended
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • High chairs available
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Paid parking lot
    • Paid street parking
    • Somewhat difficult to find a space

Reviews For La Rocca Osteria

Leonardo Argoti
Jun 29,2025
Amazing food, great service and cozy ambiance for a dinner night! Definitely recommended and worth coming back again and again and again.
Victoria Squirlock
Jun 5,2025
Simply a wonderful and absolutely delicious restaurant. The owners and entire staff are lovely. I really dislike when I go out and spend money on mediocre food... at La Rocca, I say "take my money." The handmade pasta and flavors in all the dishes are so good. Definitely recommend the lasagna (seriously the best I've ever had, but not so cheesy so if that is your vibe then maybe it won't be your favorite, but you'll still think its fantastic) and the LAMB CHOMPS!! Dessert was perfect :)
Stephanie Kanieski
May 29,2025
Excellent food and BYOB. Attention to detail of the flavor of food. If seated near the door it can be drafty but overall Excellent service and food.
Sheila Picinich
May 28,2025
My husband and I had a wonderful time here. Bella, our server, was excellent and we never felt rushed despite the time limit we were given when we made the reservation. Our dishes were excellent: my skirt steak special was cooked to perfection and loved the romesco sauce. My husband’s ribeye was juicy and tender (I took a taste to compare). We are looking forward to our next meal here!
Kimberly Giang
May 11,2025
My husband and I heard about this restaurant from a friend and absolutely loved it! I'm not sure why it took us so long to try it but glad we finally came here. I made reservations prior to coming and when we arrived we were seated right away. The resturant was smaller that I imagined but had a nice cozy feel and warm vibe. Our server, Carlos was excellent. He was very well versed with the menu and helped us choose our entrees and desserts. Our food came out within 20 minutes and our order was perfect. We enjoyed the complimentary bread and olives along with the antipasta misto. The lasagna was hands down the best I've ever tasted. My husband loved the Tagliolini ai Crostacei di Mare. For dessert, we had the chocolate mouse and pistachio molten cake. Wow! The pistachio molten cake was everything. You can taste how much love is put into making all of the food. Everything tasted fresh and exceeded our expectations. We will definitely be back!
jasmine gonzalez
May 5,2025
This is one of my mother’s favorite restaurant and our family always orders a tray of lasagna from here for family gatherings. The lasagna is so good and literally melts in your mouth. It reminds me of the lasagna I had at a cousins house in Italy. Excellent food and service. Celebrated my husband’s birthday here with some friends who had never been and it did not disappoint. They all loved it. This is BYOB which is a plus. You must try it.
Holly McClean
May 5,2025
Met up with cousins hadn't seen in a while for a grownup dinner. Service including servers knowledge of the menu, pace of courses, and civility was impressive. The food was well prepared, creative, with excellent, ingredients including several homemade pastas and a few dishes I'd never tried. BYOB helps keep the cost down a bit while allowing us to drink wine we like and our server quickly and graciously uncorked our bottle. Nice decor, minimal noise level which encouraged conversation made this a special dinner. I recommend this restaurant highly.
Dana Bernacki
Apr 5,2025
Such a beautiful restaurant and experience. Very simple touches made for a wonderful dining experience. The server was very knowledgeable, food was outstanding, and ambiance was lovely. The pasta vongole was one of the best I've ever had. That's saying a lot because its my favorite dish. Thank you!

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