Osteria 545 - Paulsboro

A gem in the middle of an old shopping center. The owner did a great job of renovating the space to make it comfortable and subdued. The noise level is quiet and comfortable. The service was friendly, accommodating, and in my opinion, outstanding especially in the sense that you are not rushed from cocktail to appetizers to dinners to desserts and coffee. The special cocktails were innovative with interesting ingredients, some being infused with bacon. I found the presentation of the plates to be nicely coordinated with generous proportions throughout the meal. The food quality is primo, cooked perfectly to order, placed on the table hot and the taste was supreme. The desserts were varied for many different tastes. I, myself, am not a dessert guy but did taste the decadent chocolate cake which, in fact, was very decadent and reminiscent of good, creamy fudge. To make the experience even better, the owner, Rick, came to the table to offer you a choice of three cellos lemon, orange vanilla and I can 't remember the third one. Incidentally, all of the cellos were homemade and simply delicious. I highly recommend this hidden gem not only for special occasions, but for any occasion. In fact, Osteria 545 should be your new local favorite restaurant. After our dining experience, I can honestly say that it is certainly, now, our go to place.

Returning customers Wasn’t happy with the service and my dinner . Very disappointed because we recommended this restaurant to our friends who we met there and was disappointed as were they . I won’t be going again , unfortunately.

This is a gem of a restaurant that is family owned and locally sourced. I always feel welcome and every dish I try is amazing. Tonight we had the seared scallops with shrimp and My Wife had the short ribs which she said were amazing. Thank you for a wonderful Christmas Eve. Dinner …

The food reminds me of my grandmother’s cooking. Everything I have had has been amazing from apps to dinner to dessert. Highly recommend this gem.

This was such a pleasant surprise. Hard to find really good food in this area that I can’t wait to go back! The food was simply perfection! Service was also excellent!…….adorable place……you will be missing out if you don’t go!