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Italian restaurant in Spring Lake, New Jersey
What should I order at Mossuto's Market & Cafe?
What to order
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Wood Fired Pizza
Recommended multiple times as fantastic, delicious, and possibly the best brick oven pizza ever; reviewers praised the light, crispy, flavorful crust and fresh toppings.
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Pork Chop With Vinegar Peppers
Mentioned several times as a must-order dish and called the best pork chop ever, with reviewers emphasizing how tender, moist, juicy, and flavorful it was.
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Pasta
Frequently praised alongside the pizzas; reviewers consistently described the pastas as excellent, perfectly cooked, and part of the restaurant’s standout Italian comfort food.
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Roasted Tomatoes And Fresh Mozzarella
Specifically highlighted as something 'not to be missed' and praised for fresh, quality ingredients and classic Italian flavor.
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Meatballs And Spaghetti
Recommended because a reviewer’s daughter loved it, and it was mentioned as a favorite family-friendly dish that keeps people coming back.
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Shrimp Scampi
Praised for using very fresh shrimp and being cooked from scratch, with the reviewer noting it was excellent and paired with the brick oven preparation.
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Burrata And Mortadella
Called amazing and highly recommended, with the reviewer saying they could eat it every day because of its freshness and flavor.
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Prime Rib Special
Described as the best the reviewer had ever had, with standout tenderness, a great crust, and perfect cooking.
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Antipasto Board
Praised as a masterpiece of Italian flavors, especially because of the vinegar peppers, which added a tangy kick that balanced the meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
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Salsiccia Pizza
Specifically recommended for its sweet sausage, fresh mozzarella, and broccoli rabe, with the pizza oven and fresh wood-fired preparation adding to the appeal.
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Fat Balls
Strongly recommended as a deconstructed calzone that was described as very good and one of the standout items.
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DaVinci Steak
Called phenomenal and made to perfection, making it one of the top-recommended steak dishes in the reviews.
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Piedmontese Beef Short Ribs
Also described as amazing and phenomenal, with reviewers highlighting the quality of the beef and the excellent preparation.
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Chopped Antipasto
Listed among the outstanding dishes, recommended for its bold Italian flavors and strong overall execution.
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Garlic Bread Special
Mentioned as outstanding and part of the group of dishes that impressed reviewers with their flavor and quality.
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Chicken Parmesan Platter With Homemade Rigatoni
Recommended as outstanding, especially for the homemade rigatoni and the well-executed chicken parmesan.
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Eggplant Parmesan
Highly praised as better than the reviewer had in Italy, making it one of the strongest endorsements in the set of reviews.
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Dry Aged Steaks
Recommended for being consistently excellent and part of the restaurant’s strong reputation for high-quality mains.
Details
About Mossuto's Market & Cafe
Longtime spot for Italian meats, cheeses & other groceries, plus a cafe with pizza, pasta & wine.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Organic dishes
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegan options
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Counter service
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- On-site parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked
What is Mossuto's Market & Cafe known for?
It is especially known for the pork chop with vinegar peppers, which multiple reviewers called tender and flavorful, along with wood fired pizza and fresh mozzarella. People also mention chicken parm and pasta as standouts, with the scratch kitchen approach coming up often in reviews.
What dishes are most recommended at Mossuto's Market & Cafe?
The most commonly recommended items are the pork chop, chicken parm with pasta, wood fired pizza, and fresh mozzarella with roasted tomatoes. Reviewers also highlight shrimp scampi, burrata and mortadella, and meatballs with spaghetti, often saying the portions are generous and the food tastes made from scratch.
What is the atmosphere like at Mossuto's Market & Cafe?
The vibe is casual, cozy, and quiet, with an Italian market feel, multiple seating areas, bars, and a skylight section. Reviewers say it works well for families, groups, and solo diners, and the live music adds to the experience without making it feel formal.
Is Mossuto's Market & Cafe good value, and what is the price range?
The price range is about $30 to $50 per person, and reviewers generally feel the portions and quality justify it. People mention generous servings, scratch-made dishes, and strong cocktails and wine, so it reads as a mid-priced Italian meal rather than a budget stop.
Do you need a reservation at Mossuto's Market & Cafe?
Reservations are recommended, especially for Friday evening and other busy dinner times, because one review noted they got a table only by luck without one. The restaurant does accept reservations, and reviewers also mention that seating under the skylight and at the bar can fill quickly.
Is parking available at Mossuto's Market & Cafe?
Yes. Free parking lot, On-site parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Does Mossuto's Market & Cafe have vegetarian options?
Yes, Mossuto's Market & Cafe offers vegan options.
Is Mossuto's Market & Cafe kid-friendly?
Yes, Mossuto's Market & Cafe is good for kids.
