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Welcome to Season’s Coal Fired Bistro
At Season’s Coal Fired Bistro, the essence of Italian cuisine comes alive in every carefully crafted dish. Nestled in Howell, NJ, this charming eatery offers a warm, casual ambiance perfect for families and friends. From the signature coal-fired pizzas to hearty pasta and irresistible desserts like zeppoles, each menu item showcases quality ingredients and authentic flavors. Guests rave about friendly service and generous portions, making it an ideal spot for lunch, dinner, or a cozy evening under the stars. Whether you're indulging in creamy Alfredo or savory calamari, each visit promises a delightful culinary experience that keeps patrons coming back for more.
Today's Suggestions
Explore the featured selections!
Zuppa di Pesce
Seafood Stew
Spaghetti with Crabmeat
Crab Meat Fra Diavolo
About
Season’s Coal Fired Bistro
Welcome to Season’s Coal Fired Bistro, a charming culinary gem nestled in Howell, NJ, along Route 9. Specializing in Italian cuisine, this bistro seamlessly blends sophistication with a casual vibe, making it a perfect spot for families, couples, and groups looking to enjoy delicious food in a warm atmosphere. The restaurant prides itself on its coal-fired cooking, bringing a unique smoky flavor to their meticulously crafted pizzas and dishes.
Location & Amenities
- Address: 2200 Rte 9, Howell, NJ 07731
- Phone: (732) 414-1921
- Features: Outside seating, on-site parking, free Wi-Fi, and a full bar.
- Services: Offers delivery, takeout, catering, and wheelchair access, making it convenient for everyone.
The moment you step into Season’s Coal Fired Bistro, you are greeted by their friendly staff and a cozy yet classy ambiance. Many customers have noted how welcoming the environment feels, with a mix of moderate noise that makes for good conversation, all while enjoying the delightful aroma of freshly prepared dishes wafting through the air.
Menu Highlights
- Starters: Begin your meal with a selection of salads, such as the refreshing Arugula Salad or the classic Caesar.
- Pasta and Mains: Don’t miss their beloved Chicken Ala Vodka, featuring a tender breaded chicken cutlet in a luscious vodka sauce.
- Seafood: The Crab Meat Fra Diavolo offers a tantalizing mix of flavors with succulent lump crabmeat and zesty marinara.
- Desserts: Save room for the famous zeppoles—light and airy treats that come dusted with powdered sugar, ready to satisfy any sweet tooth!
The customer reviews speak volumes about the quality and consistency of the food at Season’s Coal Fired Bistro. Patrons like Jack P. appreciate the friendly service and outdoor seating that enhances their dining experience, particularly in pleasant weather. Long-time visitor SuzAnne S. relishes the hearty portions and flavors, reminiscing fondly about every delightful visit. Even casual diners find themselves captivated by the enticing ambiance and carefully curated menu.
For those seeking a worthwhile dining experience in Howell, look no further than Season’s Coal Fired Bistro. Whether you're in the mood for a casual lunch, an intimate dinner, or a lively gathering with friends, this bistro guarantees to serve a memorable meal that keeps customers coming back, again and again.
People talk
Our Guestbook
“ Friendly staff, really good food. Its especially nice to visit when you can sit outside and enjoy the weather. ”
“ My last review was 2017- but I've ate here here probably 40 times since then and every time the food has been fantastic. It's usually just my hubby and I. Dinner always 100% delicious. We started with the meatballs, hubby had the calzone, which to me is really a two meal dish and 1/2 half goes home... I'll get back to that. I like the white clam sauce with linguine it's delicious, it's another large portion and 1/2 went home with us.... because they have zeppoles YES!!! Now they are light, airy and have tons of powdered sugar on them and I am ok with that- if you need a sauce they come with chocolate sauce on the side- my husband likes them this way--- but I prefer raspberry sauce myself, I'm not Italian and I have been told by my hubby's family and Italians it's powdered sugar only and if you need sauce, would chocolate or Nutella be allowed! ! end of discussion lol- .......but here I am sitting on my couch eating "our" zeppoles with powdered sugar and raspberry sauce, typing on my keyboard with powdered sugar fingers!! and he's legit cringing !! BAWAWAWAAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA (EVIL REDHEAD LAUGH) ”
“ I pass by here so many times on my way home finially decided to stop in? The staff was very friendly , and seated us right away! The server brought us bread . Bread was kinda dry so not my favorite and wasn't a fan of the oil that it came with , just felt blan , maybe an infused oil or butter would have been better ! We ordered from the happy hour menu , got crab poppers and boneless wings. The server was nice helping me choose a sauce that worked for me. The wings were very good but I wouldn't consider the prices happy hour prices at all! We also ordered Zuppa do pesce with garlic cream sauce instead of the plum and it was definitely very good! The interior was nice , more of a relaxing Italian vibe! ”
“ This restaurant is located in a little strip mall off of rt 9. When we walked in we were greeted nicely and seated fast. We were also served bread. Our bread was a bit hard, and not much flavor. Neither of us really enjoyed it. Theres outdoor seating here. It was a bit chilly tonight so we opted for indoors. It's simple and warm inside. Our waitress was nice, got to us fast, and had our orders fast. For an app we decided to get the calamari. This tasted good with you normal marina sauce. I ordered the orecchiette with broccoli rabe and sausage while my friend got the carbonara spaghetti. Both we pretty good as well. For desert we got the zeppoli and the tartufo. I didn't know what a tartufo was so I had to get. It's basically layers of ice cream covered in chocolate. Overall experience was nice. Food was good. My friend and I enjoyed ourselves. ”
“ Several years ago while visiting friends in the area, we were discussing our New Year's Eve menu. It was December 31st at around noon. I thought ordering a tray would be impossible since it was a big holiday and every restaurant would be busy. I called Seasons and was surprised that someone answered. I asked, "what are the chances of getting a tray of meatballs for tonight?" Without hesitation the man on the phone answered, "100%." The fact that they were the best meatballs ever was an added bonus. Now, whenever I'm in town, i make sure to eat at Seasons. The food is delicious. Tonight I had the eggplant Parmesan. It was nicely layered and baked to perfection. Everyone in my party loved their meal and the service was prompt and friendly. If you live anywhere in the area, stop in. You won't be sorry...and yes, I will be ordering a tray of meatballs again this year but I'll give more notice just in case. ”
“ Whenever my boyfriend and I crave a quick choice that we know will be good, we come to seasons. Pizza is great, love the calamari and the meatballs, I branched out this time and got a buffalo chicken salad and was not disappointed. Try the chocolate lava cake with ice cream!! ”
“ We haven't been to Season's in about 15 years but it's now my new go to. Reasonable prices, lots of options, and I'm recently gluten free and they were very accommodating. Their menu lists a few GF options and my chicken and pasta were delicious. Very little appetizer selection for gf and no gf bread but that's expected. My husband just had a Cesar salad and said it was good. You can dine inside or out and we chose outside. There's hanging lights, music and shrubbery surrounding the patio to hide the parking lot & route 9. We didn't have drinks or dessert this time but we'll be back. ”
