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Newark's 3 favorite spots to find inexpensive Italian eats

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Published on June 06, 2019
Newark's 3 favorite spots to find inexpensive Italian eatsMeatball Obsession Plus. | Photo: Alina M./Yelp

Looking for a tasty Italian meal near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable Italian restaurants around Newark, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to meet your needs.

1. Meatball Obsession Plus

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Topping the list is Meatball Obsession Plus. Located at 41 Halsey St., this spot is the highest-rated affordable Italian restaurant in Newark, boasting 4.5 stars out of 55 reviews on Yelp.

As the name suggests, Meatball Obsession Plus is known for its meatballs, which come in beef, turkey and veggie varieties. Stop in for a meatball in a cup, served with marinara and a piece of bread for dipping. 

2. Caffe Espresso Italia

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Next up is Caffe Espresso Italia, situated at 310 Adams St. With 4.5 stars out of 38 reviews on Yelp, this hole in the wall has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for a budget-friendly option.

Caffe Espresso Italia serves up home-style Italian-American classics, like heaping plates of eggplant Parmesan and breakfast sandwiches with eggs and Italian sausage.  

3. Queen Pizza II

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Queen Pizza II, located at 48 Commerce St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the low-priced pizzeria four stars out of 21 reviews.

Stop in for a slice and a Coke or a hot sub filled with chicken Parmesan. Choose between a variety of slices like the Grandpa, which includes vodka sauce, basil and mozzarella. 


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