View dish Rigatoni con Melanzane
Roasted eggplant, fresh tomato sauce and melted mozzarella.
Italian restaurant in Lyndhurst, NJ · Since 1997
Family tradition, handmade Italian cooking, and the warmth of a table that always feels like home.


Since 1997, our family has welcomed Lyndhurst and our neighbors in Rutherford and North Arlington to gather over rustic Italian dishes, warm hospitality, and food prepared with care.
Step inside to vintage Italian artwork, the glow of our brick pizza oven, and a relaxed neighborhood atmosphere made for weeknight dinners, romantic evenings, and family celebrations.
Discover our story
At our table
Il Cafone has grown while staying true to what matters: rustic Italian cooking, genuine service, and the feeling of being welcomed by family. Our kitchen brings the comforting flavors of tradition to every plate—from handmade pasta and homemade sauces to brick-oven favorites.
Read our storyFrom handmade pasta and chicken parm to seafood, veal and vegetable dishes, our menu offers something for every table.
More than two decades of genuine hospitality and neighborhood warmth.
The warmth, aroma, and character at the heart of our dining room.
A welcoming setting for private parties, family gatherings, and special occasions.

Celebrate together
Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and family milestones at our Italian restaurant in Lyndhurst. Explore our party menus or bring everyone together at home with takeout trays.
Plan a date night in Lyndhurst with Italian food, candlelit tables and warm hospitality—close to Rutherford and North Arlington.
Or call (201) 933-3355