About Us | La Campagnola Restaurant

Testimonials

"This had to have been the best dinner I've had in a long time. My husband and I dine out about 2-3x a week and La Campagnola is now our favorite place. They have everything from sandwiches, salads, pasta, seafood to steaks. You can't go wrong!! They have their own version on garlic bread- italian bread sliced down with this garlic spread and a peice of fresh mozzarella inbetween each slice of bread baked and topped with tomato sauce. We went on a thursday night which is Prime Rib night, the steak melts in your mouth and the price is great. We started with Zuppa de pesce, its shrimp, clams, mussels & scallops in a warm onion broth...to die for!!! My husband had the shrimp and calamari fri diavlo with pasta, again , so great. Then for dessert we had the award winning best of the best in south jersey bread pudding with warm grand mariner sauce. Everyone is so warm and pleasent there, from the moment you walk in until the moment you leave everyone is so helpfull. We enjoyed ourselves so much that we told our friends to have their engagement party there, and they are. I can't wait to go back!!!"

Karen Dec 1, 2011

"Top of the line eatery with everything from steak to Italian food. Priced right, and fullfilled my every tastebud. Very warm setting with friendly servers."

Darin D Jan 1, 2011

"Excellent traditional Italian fare, nice ambiance. Service Is always outstanding."

Matt Bell Jan 1, 2011

"The food was very good and the prices are reasonable, both for food and beverages.We had a variety of seafood and pasta dishes and the sauce tasted homemade.The place was crowded for a Friday evening and the bar was fairly packed awaiting a band which played after 9:00. All in all, well worth the trip."

Bill O Jan 1, 2011

"We have NEVER been disappointed in our visits to La Campagnola! The food is the best and the service can't be beat. We enjoy sharing this experience with our friends."

Barbara Bankard Jan 1, 2011

a few words about us

Owners Peter & Tony Sparacio The owners, Peter & Tony Sparacio were both born in a small town in Sicily. Their father brought Peter with him to Brooklyn, N.Y. in the early seventies. Here they both worked with their relatives in the family owned pizza shops. In 1976 they bought Riviera 1 from Peter’s father’s brother in Medford Lakes. Younger brother Tony who had come over to the States in 1974 and at the age of 15 entered into the family business. Their father passed away in 1981 so the brothers took over the business with their mother, who at 75 still helps out today, making many of the Italian sauces, and the home made soups. In 1991 they bought the Red Rooster deli at the corner of Tuckerton & Taunton Rds in Medford and thus came Riviera 2. Their success has come from hard work, and a dedication to offering their customer the VERY best product made from a family recipe using only the finest quality ingredients they can buy.

Their latest business is a result of the brothers’ desire to own a bigger more elaborate restaurant that would serve the finest quality steaks, chops, seafood, and fantastic home style Italian dishes. So in 2005 the brothers bought the old Country Side Inn. After extensive remodeling, expansion and a lot of work personally done by both Peter & Tony, the La Campagnola was created. It opened in 2006 and has become truly one of the finest restaurants in Burlington County. The comments from many of their customers are the restaurant presents a warm friendly atmosphere that serves wonderful food.

Besides sharing in the businesses, both brothers have the same love for Nascar and Formula 1 racing. They have traveled around the Eastern United States and Canada to watch the races. They both enjoy driving go carts and compete on the local tracks in the area. Yes as you would expect coming from Sicily they both love the Ferrari and have it on their want list.

Executive Chef Michael Nuciglio Michael Nuciglio began his love of cooking at an early age by beginning to work in kitchens at age 15. After graduating from Shawnee High School in 1994, he went on to attend and graduate for Atlantic County's Academy of Culinary Arts. Michael continued to hone his culinary skills by working in several fine-dining establishments while under the tutelage of some outstanding chefs. Michael worked for the Sparacio family for six years and in 2005 they provided him the opportunity to make his own mark by opening up their new restaurant. The Sparacio family hired Michael as the Head Chef of La Campagnola Restaurant where he developed comprehensive menu and went about effectively managing the kitchen team. Michael's philosophy on food is that is brings families together. It is because of this philosophy that Michael goes on creating new dinning experiences while only using the freshest of ingredients. Michael prides himself on the fact that after years of studying, training and refining his craft, he still gets excited about trying new recipes and creating great dishes.