'Pizza, Pasta, Panino' Comes To Chatham With 'The Shop'

CHATHAM, NJ — The Shop, where “three major food groups” are dished out - Pizza, Pasta and Panino - has officially opened its doors.

The eatery at 465 Main Street at the retail center in Café Villa’s former space, opened on Jan. 9 for dining, take out and delivery, owner Vincenzo Bernardo told Patch.

“It’s been great,” said Bernardo of opening the establishment in Chatham with co-owner Christopher Bezzone.

An official ribbon cutting event is likely to follow in February or March, he added.

The “inventive and creative versions of Italian food” incorporates a range of handcrafted pastas, pizza, sandwiches and more, with authentic and trendy versions of dishes.

There is a small retail section with Italian products for people looking to make their own speciality dishes at home.

In the 2,300-square-foot space, their exclusive “Supper Club,” is expected to open in February, which will have its own special menu and Friday and Saturday night dinners.

Before opening, Bernardo - having grown up in Madison - previously said he frequently ate at Café Villa and looks forward to The Shop starting new dining traditions for local families.

“We hope our concept will be part of the community for many years to come,” he said.

Stay tuned for more information about the The Shop's - including its grand opening event - on its website and social media at www.theshopchatham.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/theshopnj/ and on Instagram at www.instagram.com/the_shopnj/.

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