Perhaps it's the legendary gnocchi or the freshly made mozzarella that led to Zagat ratings from 2004-06 for Anna's Italian Kitchen. Or maybe it's because Anna's makes a serious commitment to quality. This is Italian food done right -- all ingredients are imported straight from Italy and handmade into some of the finest dishes. It's like being able to have a taste of Italy without having to leave the Jersey Shore. That's a good thing: By the end of your first visit, you'll be too full to move and planning your next trip there.

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