{"id":168913,"date":"2025-02-04T16:23:44","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T21:23:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/?p=168913"},"modified":"2025-02-04T16:23:44","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T21:23:44","slug":"mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-rutherford-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-rutherford-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"Would You Try a Mozzarella Martini? We Did, and Here&#8217;s How It Went"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"custom_featured_image\" style=\"display:none;\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-800x533.png\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image\" alt=\"Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj\" style=\"margin-bottom: 15px;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-800x533.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-768x511.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-640x426.png 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-585x390.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-263x175.png 263w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj.png 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/div><div id=\"custom_category\" style=\"display:none;\">unique eats<\/div><p>When tracking down authentic Italian cuisine in New Jersey, finding a great spot is hardly a challenge. Annabella&#8217;s House of Mozzarella earns a place on our list of must-try Italian <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/restaurants-bakeries-ramsey-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spots in Bergen County<\/a> \u2014 and we\u2019re pretty sure even Tony Soprano would give it the stamp of approval. Located at 900 Paterson Plank Road in East Rutherford, Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella is the ultimate destination for anyone in Bergen County craving those old-school authentic Italian flavors and, of course, some fresh mozzarella. <strong>Read on to learn more about Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella, a beloved Bergen County spot that\u2019s been a staple in the area for 21 years.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-168920\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-800x800.png\" alt=\"Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1-585x585.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<h3>All About the Martini<\/h3>\n<p>While martinis are a classic cocktail, they can become somewhat repetitive. That\u2019s where the team behind the bar at Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella comes in, shaking up the martini game with something totally unexpected: the Mozzarella Martini (or as it\u2019s called on the menu, the \u201cMozzy Martini\u201d). A blend of mozzarella water and vodka creates this special drink, giving it a soft, somewhat savory feeling that\u2019s a whole new way to experience a martini. For an extra touch, the bartenders top it with fresh tomato and a mini cheese ball. For both seasoned <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/best-happy-hours-bergen-county-nj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cocktail<\/a> drinkers or those simply in search of something new, the Mozzy Martini brings a modern flair to a beloved classic.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>BG\u2019s thoughts:<\/strong> The Mozzy Martini might not be our favorite cocktail ever, but it\u2019s still worth trying at least once. Next time at Annabella&#8217;s House of Mozzarella, we would want to explore more of the martini list, like the Limoncello-Tini or the Colada-Tini.<\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>Read More: <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/cozy-restaurants-bergen-county-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Coziest Restaurants in Bergen County, New Jersey<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Inside Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-168922\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-800x800.jpg\" alt=\"annabellas-east-rutherford-nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-640x640.jpg 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj-585x585.jpg 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/annabellas-east-rutherford-nj.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Annabella&#8217;s House of Mozzarella is on a quiet road in East Rutherford, just a short drive from <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/metlife-stadium-guide-east-rutherford-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MetLife Stadium<\/a>. Once entering, guests encounter the distinct aroma of Italian goodies; next to the door, a mini grocery section overflows with kinds of pasta, sauces (or \u201cgravy\u201d \u2014 but we\u2019ll save that debate for another time), and various other Italian treats. At the front of the space is the deli counter, where one can order sandwiches or browse the cheeses, crackers, and all sorts of Italian delicacies.<\/p>\n<p>The bar is past the deli area \u2014 where bartenders shake up cocktails while preparing fresh, homemade mozzarella throughout the day. We stopped by around 6PM, and the man behind the counter was still pulling it by hand. The last section of the restaurant is the dining area, which is roomy and teeming with charming Italian novelties. The atmosphere is undeniably nostalgic, from vintage black-and-white films playing on the TVs to the soft echoes of Frank Sinatra sailing through the speakers. No flashy gimmicks here, just an old-school vibe that transports guests to another time. Welcoming smiles greet customers as soon as they enter the dining space, courtesy of the friendly team.<\/p>\n<h3>What to Savor at Annabella\u2019s: Menu Highlights<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-168918\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-800x800.png\" alt=\"Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2-585x585.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-2.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella is a destination for all meals, from sunrise to sunset. Whether stopping by for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or a sweet treat to end the day, this Italian gem has it all. Twenty-one years of experience allows the team at Annabella&#8217;s House of Mozzarella to pack each dish with authentic <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/cozy-restaurants-bergen-county-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Italian<\/a> flavors that instantly transport one to the warmth and comfort of Grandma\u2019s kitchen. Since a lot is happening at Annabella&#8217;s House of Mozzarella, here&#8217;s a breakdown of the menu(s):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Breakfast: This is served daily from 8AM to 11AM, with a smaller menu. One can find egg sandwiches on ciabatta rolls (no bagels found here), hearty omelets, and even Italian-style pancakes. Best of all, all breakfast items cost under $13.<\/li>\n<li>Lunch: One can swing by the deli, order right from the counter, sit at a table in the back, or grab it to-go and revel in the pure satisfaction of tearing into the sub wrapper in the car. A wide variety of subs fills the lunch menu. Some standouts are the Carmine\u2019s Jr., featuring prosciutto, fresh mozzarella, and broccoli rabe, or the Capo Di Tutti Capi, which comes with prosciutto capicolla, sopressata, mozzarella, sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted peppers. For those looking for something lighter, there are a few salad options that are easily customizable with protein and mozzarella cheese. Prices vary, but most lunch items are under $20.<\/li>\n<li>Dinner: The menu is thoughtfully categorized into Spuntini (small bites), Contorni (side dishes), Pasta, Insalata (salads), Minestra (soup), Pollo (chicken), Pesce (fish), Bistecca (steak), and Pasta Sides. <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/best-date-night-spots-bergen-county-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dinner<\/a> prices are more expensive, but the portions are huge, making it easily worth it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><em>BG\u2019s<\/em> Order<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-168919\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-800x800.png\" alt=\"Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj (3)\" width=\"450\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-800x800.png 800w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-200x200.png 200w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-640x640.png 640w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3-585x585.png 585w, https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2025\/02\/Mozzarella-martini-annabellas-east-Rutherford-nj-3.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mozzarella Plate with grape tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes, and roasted peppers \u2014 <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the mozzarella lives up to the hype.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">House salad with chicken \u2014 <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veggies are super fresh.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seafood manicotti made with Grandma Lizzy\u2019s signature manicotti crepes \u2014 <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the sauce is ideal for dunking table-side bread.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Annabella\u2019s World-Famous Cheesecake \u2014 <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one slice is enough to share between 2-3 people.<\/span><\/i><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Fun Events<\/h3>\n<p>Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella is an experience. Just when things couldn\u2019t get any better here\u2026BADA BING, regular entertainment, and fun events keep the place alive and buzzing. It\u2019s truly a one-stop spot for food + fun. Every week, there are different musical performances for diners to enjoy while they eat, or for those who feel like getting up and dancing. Incidental Contact, Brothers Benjamin, a Sinatra-themed evening, and Cabaret Night are among this month\u2019s lineup. A larger event hosted by Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella is Paisan Con. This celebration of Italian heritage and pop culture has a packed schedule of fun <a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/bergen-county-bucket-list-new-jersey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">activities<\/a>, including live performances, celebrity meet-and-greets, delicious Italian cuisine, distinctive vendors, and plenty of other Italian-inspired fun.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em><strong>See More: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hobokengirl.com\/where-to-get-cheese-hoboken-jersey-city\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Your Guide to Buying Gourmet Cheese in Hoboken + Jersey City<\/a><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Hours<\/h3>\n<p>Annabella\u2019s House of Mozzarella is open daily for dine-in and takeout. The hours are Monday through Wednesday 8AM-9PM, Thursday 8AM-10PM, Friday + Saturday 8AM-11PM, and on Sundays, operating hours are a bit shorter from 8AM-3PM.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/category\/food-drink\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-120173\" src=\"https:\/\/thelocalgirl.com\/bergen\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2022\/02\/17-e1657897614512-800x249.jpg\" alt=\"read more food button\" width=\"300\" height=\"93\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>unique eatsWhen tracking down authentic Italian cuisine in New Jersey, finding a great spot is hardly a challenge. Annabella&#8217;s House of Mozzarella&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":389,"featured_media":168917,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_lmt_disableupdate":"","_lmt_disable":"","footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[8821,9720,9734,764,7997,8824],"tags":[9706,9702,9689,9678,9667],"class_list":["post-168913","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bars","category-bergen-county-towns","category-east-rutherford","category-food-drink","category-lifestyle","category-restaurants","tag-food-drink","tag-lifestyle","tag-local-eats","tag-new-jersey","tag-restaurants"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.6 (Yoast SEO v27.6) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Would You Try a Mozzarella Martini? 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