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WELCOME TO ORA

- Freestyle Italian Restaurant-

Already regarded as one of the best Italian restaurants in New Jersey, ORA is happy to welcome you to indulge in Freestyle Italian cuisine.  That means respecting old world traditions. And shaking it up with modern techniques and flavors. It’s a place to have a serious meal when you want it. And also a place to meet friends at the bar for cocktails and small bites. ORA offers a wonderful experience at a downtown restaurant, right in the heart of Oradell, New Jersey.

WELCOME TO ORA

- Freestyle Italian Restaurant -

Already regarded as one of the best Italian restaurants in New Jersey, ORA is happy to welcome you to indulge in Freestyle Italian cuisine.  That means respecting old world traditions. And shaking it up with modern techniques and flavors. It’s a place to have a serious meal when you want it. And also a place to meet friends at the bar for cocktails and small bites. ORA offers a wonderful experience at a downtown restaurant, right in the heart of Oradell, New Jersey.

—— FOOD AT ORA

The term “ORA” means now, or right now in Italian. And that’s what a freestyle Italian restaurant is: a full examination of Italian cooking, but viewed through the lens of what’s happening now in American cooking.

That means fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients used to prepare every dish. And a fresh twist on classic Italian dishes. And a menu with a little something for everyone.

—— FOOD AT ORA

The term “ORA” means now, or right now in Italian. And that’s what a freestyle Italian restaurant is: a full examination of Italian cooking, but viewed through the lens of what’s happening now in American cooking.

That means fresh, local, and seasonal ingredients used to prepare every dish. And a fresh twist on classic Italian dishes. And a menu with a little something for everyone.

GIVE THE GIFT OF GREAT TASTE

- ORA Gift Cards -

GIVE THE GIFT OF GREAT TASTE

- ORA Gift Cards -

WE'RE HIRING

- Become an important part of the ORA team -

We’re currently searching for team members in many positions. Jump to the Careers page to learn more.

WE'RE HIRING

- Join the ORA team -

—— EVENTS AT ORA

From cocktail parties with passed hors d’oeuvres to large sit-down family meals, your memories will be enhanced by the elegance and exclusivity of our private dining options.

Let’s start planning something special.

—— EVENTS AT ORA

From cocktail parties with passed hors d’oeuvres to large sit-down family meals, your memories will be enhanced by the elegance and exclusivity of our private dining options.

Let’s start planning something special.

—— WELCOME TO ORA

Take a look around.

This freestyle Italian restaurant was designed to be inviting, the kind of place you could spend a lot of time in, any night of the week. From the dining room to the private events space, to all the delicious food and drink – let’s have a look around.

—— PHOTO GALLERY

—— WELCOME TO ORA

Take a look around.

This freestyle Italian restaurant was designed to be inviting, the kind of place you could spend a lot of time in, any night of the week. From the dining room to the private events space, to all the delicious food and drink – let’s have a look around.

—— PHOTO GALLERY

—— MEET THE CHEF

Tom Silvestri

Co-Founder and Executive Chef Tom Silvestri has been building the idea for ORA for decades.

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Tom has worked with some of the most notable Chefs in New York City, and has helmed his own kitchens in both New York and New Jersey.

Now, at ORA, Chef Tom gets to share his lifelong dream: to have a freestyle Italian restaurant that features Italian traditions blended with new world techniques, and right here in Oradell.

—— MEET THE CHEF

Tom Silvestri

Co-Founder and Executive Chef Tom Silvestri has been building the idea for ORA for decades.

A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, Tom has worked with some of the most notable Chefs in New York City, and has helmed his own kitchens in both New York and New Jersey.

Now, at ORA, Chef Tom gets to share his lifelong dream: to have a freestyle Italian restaurant that features Italian traditions blended with new world techniques, and right here in Oradell.

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING

- Reviews -

North Jersey Eats
North Jersey Eats@northjerseyeats
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"The best thing I ate this week: ricotta-stuffed squash blossoms, ORA Freestyle Italian."
Jersey Bites
Jersey Bites@jerseybites
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"For a minute, you may just forget that you're on Kinderkamack Road, in Oradell, New Jersey. No disrespect to the quaint town, but ORA feels like a NYC restaurant without pretension."
Bergen Mama
Bergen Mama@bergenmama
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"ORA, a just-opened Italian restaurant in Oradell, is a must-visit. Don't wait to grab your reservation."

WHAT THEY'RE SAYING

- Reviews -

North Jersey Eats
North Jersey Eats@northjerseyeats
Read More
"The best thing I ate this week: ricotta-stuffed squash blossoms, ORA Freestyle Italian."
Jersey Bites
Jersey Bites@jerseybites
Read More
"For a minute, you may just forget that you're on Kinderkamack Road, in Oradell, New Jersey. No disrespect to the quaint town, but ORA feels like a NYC restaurant without pretension."
Bergen Mama
Bergen Mama@bergenmama
Read More
"ORA, a just-opened Italian restaurant in Oradell, is a must-visit. Don't wait to grab your reservation."

Join us at ORA

Important note to remember: ORA features valet parking. Please do not park in the lot across the street, as it is private.
Use valet, on-street parking, or any of the municipal lots nearby.

Kitchen Hours:

Sunday – Thursday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Bar Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 4:00 PM – Close

Join us at ORA

Important note to remember: ORA features valet parking. Please do not park in the lot across the street, as it is private.
Use valet, on-street parking, or any of the municipal lots nearby.

Kitchen Hours:

Sunday – Thursday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Friday & Saturday: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Bar Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 4:00 PM – Close