Girasole
Channel: NightOutVideo
Date: 2013-08-15

Location & Contact:
Girasole Cucina Italiana
502 W. Union Ave
Bound Brook, NJ 08802
732-469-1080

Girasole Restaurant in Bound Brook has been a favorite of savvy diners in Central Jersey since 1996. Featuring an extensive menu of contemporary and classic Northern Italian dishes, Girasole offers its guests exceptional food and personalized service in a sophisticated setting. 

Owned and operated by the father and son team of Alfonso and Robert Russo, this BYOB restaurant strives to make each guest feel like a part of the family. 

When a devastating earthquake ripped through Southern Italy on November 23, 1980, Chef Alfonso Russo lost the restaurant that he sacrificed so many years to create. This catastrophic event forced Alfonso to relocate his family and his dreams to the United States. 

Several years later, after cooking in some of the areas finest restaurants, Chef Russo along with his son, Rob, decided it was time to combine their talents and venture out on their own. On October 16, 1996, their hard work and dedication was realized in the opening of Girasole Cucina Italiana. For five years, they consistently satisfied patrons and critics alike and the need for a larger space was eminent. Since July of 2001, 502 West Union Avenue has been the home of the extended family of Girasole staff and customers. 

Girasole has been called one of the best restaurants in Central Jersey with a four star rating, according to the Home News Tribune. In 2000, Girasole was awarded Best Undiscovered Restaurant in Central Jersey by New Jersey Monthly. Recently, Girasole was described as a well-oiled machine and received a 26 for food and a 24 for service from Zagat. 

Proprietors Alfonso and Rob Russo continue their commitment to expertise in the kitchen and personalized service.