If you're in the mood for Italian food, Edgewater's Mangia is one popular local destination. A charming décor with red-checked tablecloths, romantic lighting and crimson walls adds to the appeal of this quaint eatery not far from Prospect Tower. Start off your repast with an antipasto like Tomato Bruschetta, Eggplant Rollatini, Stuffed Artichoke, or Seafood Salad. Move on to a tasty pasta dish such as Fettuccini Alfredo, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Penne Vodka or Four Cheese Ravioli. House specials include Pork Chop Milanese, Shrimp Fra Diavolo, Tilapia Francese, Chicken Parmesan and Eggplant Parmigiana. A flavorful selection of panini sandwiches is also on the menu, as are entrée salads and some tempting desserts. Mangia is open every day for lunch and dinner.

Mangia
276 Old River Road
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 945-3334
http://www.mangiaedgewater.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/mangia-italian-trattoria-edgewater

Stellar food, an elegant ambiance and attentive service have won Fleming’s Prime a host of fans across the country, and the Edgewater outlet remains popular with local diners. Fleming's is known for excellent steaks and prime rib, so beef eaters will definitely want to put a visit to this eatery on their to-do list. Settle in to a table with lovely views of the Hudson River and order up one of their 100 wines available by the glass. Appetizers include Baked Brie, Pan Crisped Pork Belly, Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes and Sweet Chile Calamari. Entrees feature sumptuous fare like Porcini Rubbed Filet Mignon, Prime Ribeye, Double Thick Pork Chop, Broiled Pacific Swordfish, and Colossal Shrimp Skewers. Stop in on Sunday for their Prime Rib Dinner, served with salad, side dish and dessert. Open every day for dinner.

Fleming's Prime
90 The Promenade
Edgewater, NJ 07020
(201) 313-9463
http://www.flemingssteakhouse.com/locations/nj/edgewater
http://www.yelp.com/biz/flemings-prime-steakhouse-and-wine-bar-edgewater

A potluck dinner is a fun way to experience a wide variety of different cooking styles, inviting every guest to bring a covered dish to contribute to the meal. Whether you’re tired of your usual potluck recipes or you’ve never brought a dish to a party before, don’t sweat it. If you’re invited to an upcoming potluck but don’t know what to bring, these four recipes will help make your dish a hit.

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