AWARDS & PRESS
With a variety of menus, Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill offers a selection of delicious Italian meals no matter the size of your party or dietary restrictions. Choose from our selections of homemade pastas, entrees, salads, pizzas, and more! We also offer a family-style menu for large parties or groups, bringing a more authentic Italian feel to your dining experience.
Visit us for one of our special offers, events, or simply stop by for lunch or dinner. We assure you will experience the best service while you enjoy a delicious Italian meal. We have been recognized by several major publications for our award winning food, our service, and our atmosphere. Learn more about the awards we have won below:
Awards our restaurant has won
Here at Calandra’s, we are dedicated to our customers. Both our first time customers as well as our loyal ones receive the finest service paired with truly delicious dishes. We are honored and humbled for any sort of recognition from our visitors and highly encourage feedback.
Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill has won numerous awards. Many of these awards are decided by NJ residents, which make them even more valuable to us. Some of the more recent awards we have won are highlighted below:
Suburban Essex Magazine “Best of Essex” Gold Medal
Best Private Dining Room -Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
NJ Monthly Magazine Jersey Choice Awards
Wine List North Jersey – Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
2021
Suburban Essex Magazine “Best of Essex”Gold Medal
Best Italian Restaurant – Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
NJBIZ Reader’s Rankings:
1st place – Best Hotel – Hampton Inn & Suites, Fairfield
2018
Trip Advisor
#1 Best Italian Cuisine – Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
#1 Mediterranean Cuisine – Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
Open Table Diners’ Choice
Top Italian Cuisine – Cucina Calandra & Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
Best Restaurants in Fairfield – Cucina Calandra & Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
2017
Open Table Diners Choice
Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
2016
Open Table Diners Choice
Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
NJ Monthly Magazine “Best Of” Contest
Best Italian Restaurant (North): Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill