Located at 2410 Hamburg Turnpike in Wayne, Novelli’s is easy to pass by on the busy street, but don't let that steer you away — it's a real gem when you walk in. The inviting ambience allows you to enjoy an evening out with wonderful northern Italian cuisine and a bar.

Novelli’s is celebrating its seventh year. The owners previously owned Barelli’s in Secaucus and Spiro’s in Clifton and their previous patrons throughout the years have followed them to their Wayne location. The owners have been in business more than 35 years, serving fine Northern Italian and continental dishes.

Novelli’s is a perfect setting for date night and they offer an entire martini menu with all the most popular choices. Some fun martinis offered include a vanilla hazelnut martini, key lime pie martini, creamsicle martini, the French and Italian martini.

In addition to their menu, they will prepare anything you request as long as the ingredients are on hand.

A full bar is offered. Dressy attire. Upscale restaurant.

2410 Hamburg Tpke in Wayne, on-site parking available. Reservations accepted. 973-835-3585. Web site: www.novellis-restaurant.com.

Open seven days a week: Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to midnight; Saturday from 4 p.m. to midnight; and Sunday 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.