We went for Dinner for my birthday 1st time here will definitely be back…read more Our server Ari was fantastic suggesting drinks and meals food was fantastic and great portions Nice place friendly staff Ray

The food was very good- especially the calimari which we had no room for it was HUGE. All of the…read moredishes were- what is this family style? We needed 3 more people to help us finish the food! Very good attentive servers, and not bad prices. I just think the place needs a little dressing up, the decor and style was like - 90's venetian/a little dated looking. Honestly the food was very good my husband had dinner for 3 nights with these portions!

Such a cozy, moody dining room but still feels family-friendly. The bar and patio look so…read moreimpressive, I'd love to sit out there on a nice summer day! Apps came out before drinks and the food was super quick overall, service felt a bit slower but everyone was still very helpful, and friendly. The cacio e pepe was a little too peppery for me but maybe that's the point, the chicken cutlet was perfect...crispy and juicy and the meatballs had a great little kick. Ended with the cheesecake that was rich and creamy, wish there was a bit more crust. Overall, great vibes and I'd definitely be back to try something different

Decided to try Noto Americano for the 1st time for Father's Day takeout. We ordered the Chicken…read moreParmigana, Lemon Bay Chicken and a Meatball Grinder. The price for takeout for these (3) things were on the high side to not include a side salad. With that said, we were aware that those weren't included as it wasnt listed on their online ordering. We just figured the portion for both Entrees were likely larger and thats why you paid a la carte for the salad. We come back home with the takeout and to our surprise for quite a high price, the portions were small. How small, each meal fit with pasta inside a plastic container, similar to those used for Asian takeout. For any other restaurant that serves Chicken Parmigana, its always been a larger round metal dish with pasta on the side. Typically with 2 pieces of chicken. Putting portion aside as one can argue that we may have been able to find that out before ordering, the (2) entrees were not great. The Chicken Parmigana had one piece of chicken and the chicken was charred, dry, minimal amount of cheese and the both the chicken and pasta itself had a scarce amount of pasta sauce. I found myself having to scrub the side of the dish for any sauce left. The lemon bay chicken was also quite dry and unfortunately the mixture of recip (chicken, pasta and sauce) was quite tasteless. I'm not typically one to leave a 1 or 2 star reviews often, as I'd rather just not go again to the place where I had said experience but between the quality of food, price and portion, this place falls into a bit of an exception for me. Look, I've eaten at many places, if your portions are going to small for the price (and without sides), then the quality needs to EXCEED the excepted regional standard for that dish to justify that reasoning. This experience did not do that, instead we are left with half of take home container of each meal that we will have to toss in trash for Fathers Day.

My wife and I went to the New Mill for our anniversary dinner. It was recommended to us by my…read morewife's cousin. He was 100% correct, the food was incredible. We started with an appetizer of stuffed peppers (spicy) with cheese inside and a tomato sauce over them. Fabulous My wife had a grilled chicken breast and I had a Prime Strip Steak from the specials menu. Mine was incredible. We will be back

This restaurant never fails to please . Always a great food experience. Excellent staff .read more

Looking for a place to eat in the Cheshire area, we stumbled across Il Gusto, hidden behind a bank…read moreparking lot, and this place was a gem! It was beautifully decorated with flowers welcoming you right in. And so did the people inside! John Franco immediately came over and introduced himself and offered us seating inside the dining room, bar area or the outdoor patio. We chose a quiet corner in the dining area but still close to the bar. It was perfect. He was very friendly and attentive and helped us with the menu because I always have a hard time deciding. I started with a red Cabernet wine. Bread and a complimentary bell pepper mix tossed in oil and spices was brought to the table. I don't eat anything spicy so I wish they had left it off but my niece enjoyed it and it did not go to waste. We ordered the shrimp bruschetta for an appetizer. Although I expected something different from the description on the menu, we had no complaints, it was delicious and creamy. For our meal, I was so excited to hear they had a cheese wheel that was brought out to the table! It was the highlight of our dining experience! And the pasta was the best part! It was cooked to perfection and the flavor was just right. You get to choose your pasta dish to be tossed in the cheese wheel and we chose the bucatini cacio e Pepe made with a creamy pecorino Romano sauce and crushed black pepper. After our second glass of wine and the carb overload we still saved room to have dessert. We ordered the espresso martini cocktail and one chocolate mousse cake and a cannoli ice cream to share. It was a great ending to a great Sunday evening. Honestly a really all around great experience. I'll be back for happy hour and ladies night! Can't wait!

We went to I'll Gusto to celebrate my daughters birthday. We had a party of 8 we made reservations…read moreand had a great experience. We started with drink and appetizers we had the squash flower stuffed and lightly battled with sauce absolutely delicious and the carpaccio also very good. The portions were huge and desserts very good as well. A bit pricey but very good. Are waiter was so friendly and very attentive. I highly recommend this place . It's very busy so I would recommend making a reservation. They have happy hour specials and I believe it's Monday night ladies night . The atmosphere was very pleasant dim lights and plenty of seating. Our main dishes were salmon , a seafood pasta also had the braised short rib over papadell and orecciatta with sausage and broccoli Rabe , scallops wrapped in bacon and gnocchi. Everyone was pleased with their dish . Enjoy Chris M

Exceptional Food, Incredible Service, and Perfect for Groups!…read more​We recently brought a large party to Avanti Grille, and the entire experience was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish. Planning a dinner for a big group can sometimes be stressful, but the team here handled everything flawlessly. ​First and foremost, the food is incredible. If you are looking for authentic, delicious Italian cuisine, this is the place to be. Every single dish that came out to our table was perfectly prepared, bursting with flavor, and served hot. From the classic pasta dishes to the specialty entrees, you can taste the quality and care put into the cooking. ​Another huge plus is the portion sizes. Avanti Grille does not skimp! The portions are incredibly generous, ensuring that absolutely everyone in our party left completely full, with plenty of boxes to take home for leftovers. It is a fantastic value for the quality of food you receive. ​What really set the night apart, though, was the service. Taking care of a large table is no easy task, but our servers were attentive, organized, and remarkably fast. Drinks were kept filled, orders were perfectly accurate, and the staff maintained a warm, welcoming attitude throughout the entire evening. We never felt rushed, yet the pacing of the meal was spot on. ​Between the delicious food, massive portions, and top-notch service, Avanti Grille exceeded all of our expectations. It is the perfect spot for a family gathering, a celebration, or just an amazing Italian dinner. We will definitely be back!

This was my first time here since they moved from Meriden. I'm familiar with the location as it was…read morea different restaurant before. I love the ambience of that building. The staff was super helpful and friendly. My friends all love their bread and oil so our waitress made sure there was plenty of bread. My friends hosted a a surprise graduation party so we ended up ordering a ton of appetizers and a ton of food. There wasn't a delay in receiving any of the food. They also allowed my friend to bring in an outside dessert for the celebration. I don't recall everyone had gotten to eat, but I do have some pictures of most.

Food is very good. Love that they bring out bread and garlic. Drinks are also very good. We love…read moregoing here. Just dont go when there is a show at the palace- they have a different menu....

Nice place, very comfortable, not a lot of noise or loud conversations. Service was excellent,…read moredrinks were good sized, and a stiff pour. Enjoyed the apps, dinner was excellent, salmon over mushroom Risotto, they also had Pork Shank Osso Bocco that was also excellent. All in all a great place with great food, drinks and service.

I love Southington. Born and raised here. When I return, I feel like I'm home…read more It goes to a whole new level when I meet friends at Anthony Jack's. Anthony Jack's ... it's like home, on steroids! It feels like family in here. And that's an awesome vibe. This place isn't for blue hairs only. Being I was here today for lunch, it was a younger crowd, along with children of the younger crowd. This was really nice to see Meeting great friends from Southington here for lunch, even though there are other choices, Anthony Jack's is a solid local favorite. Not only for me, but for the many. Today I was in the mood for a burger, and I ordered the $13 burger which arrived cooked medium, along with lettuce, tomato, and red onion. This was all served on a wonderful fluffy soft fresh roll. Chef chose a great roll to serve this burger on. The hamburger patty was not the frozen type cheap stuff; this was fresh ground beef, and hand formed. A quarter pound it seemed, and grilled with a nice charcoal flavor to it. It was very juicy and hit the spot. Also included with crispy well seasoned french fries and a little salad with house dressing. For $13 this was an excellent value. Our server, Brianna, was very very cheerful knowledgeable of the menu, and of course, very attentive to our needs. To say our service was perfect would be an understatement. I wish other food establishments had servers like Brianna. She's really that good. Restrooms, of course were clean, as usual. Parking was a breeze out front, but there are also many parking spaces at the rear of the restaurant and utilize the restaurant's back entrance. It was nice to come back home. And it was just as nice to return to Anthony Jack's. Anthony Jack's .. until I see you again, you left me with a smile and full. If you are attending Music on the Green, Wednesday nights this summer, consider Anthony Jacks a great place to pregame! Their martini list is fantastic!

My husband decided to go here for his birthday. He read the reviews, close to our house. All great…read moreideas. We tried to call to make a reservation. No one was answering. We still went and got seated right away. Our waitress was very nice and she offered a complimentary dessert for his birthday which was also very nice. We shared the buffalo chicken tenders for the appetizer and everyone loved it. The drinks, mocktails and entrees were missing something I'm afraid. No seasonings, I rarely add salt at the restaurant , I had to do it here. Not sure how the kitchen is setup but at the window, the 2 people there, were looking in the dining room more than the kitchen so I didn't get the setup. The only good dish was the pasta and the parmigian potatoes.

I got a salad here and it was delicious. The parmesan peppercorn dressing was a great surprise…read moresince it's my favorite dressing and not many places offer it. It added so much flavor and really made the salad stand out. There's a decent amount of seating with both bar seating and dining room tables, so it's easy to find a spot to sit. The service was also wonderful and made the experience even better. Definitely a great place to stop in for a fresh, flavorful salad. Cheese pizza is Greek style if you like that you'll love it.

This is a nice restaurant conveniently located near me. We stopped in for lunch after a tiring…read moredrive from the airport. We all got different meals and everything was good. The service was good as well. I have returned for takeout so I'd obviously go back and also recommend it to others.