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    Cetrella

    3.9 (299 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    CETRELLA ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Crab Cakes
    EM H.

    First time at Cetrella was for a holiday dinner for the SVC NASPP EC/PC Group on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Our reservation was booked for 5:30 PM for a party of about 23 persons. I parked in the lot on Main Street across the street from Cetrella and arrived promptly at 5:30 PM. As I walked up to the venue, I could see that they have a small patio for a few tables to offer dining al fresco. It was a crisp, winter night, so no one was seated outside that evening. Inside, the main dining room was brightly lit and appeared very clean. I was immediately greeted by a staff member and led to our party's table. Below are a few items of what we ordered: Crown of the Peninsula ($18) - A few of us ordered this fruity cocktail in a vintage-style champagne glass. I wished that the raspberry flavour of the purée came through stronger than it did. Garlic Prawn ($19) - Ok, not super exciting. Crab Cakes ($21) - Two served per order. Not bad. Fritto Misto ($19) - This was the most popular STARTER of the night. Roasted Spanish Octopus ($22) - I did not try this, but those who did seemed to enjoy it. Braised Lamb Shank ($37) - This was one of the popular dishes ordered from the MAIN section. Everyone who ordered was happy with their meal. Filet Mignon ($45) - This was my order. The meat was cooked to perfection and the fritto and potato dauphinoise were nice accompaniments. Forest Mushroom Risotto ($28) - Rhonda ordered this and found it deliciously rich. In fact, she found it too heavy to finish in a single seating. She shared some of this rice dish with me - YUM! Brussels Sprouts SIDE ($13) - Served with slightly crisped, almost caramelized and topped with shredded parmesan cheese. Green Beans SIDE ($13) - These veggies were bright green and slightly wrinkled from the cooking process. Tarte au chocolat ambroisien ($16) - Chocolate lovers, this dessert is for you! Soft Vanilla Cream Cake ($16) - Everyone was intrigued by this dessert that looked like a cheescake, but was surprisingly much lighter. Tahitian Vanilla Panna Cotta ($13) - I didn't order DESSERT, but once I saw this served, I regretted that I didn't order it. This sweet looked delectable, especially topped with the pistachios. Next time for sure!! Service was friendly and helpful. We had a very nice time at Cetrella. Everyone left with smiles and happy tummies.

    Menu (June 2024)
    Jonathan B.

    Only ever been here for work dinner so no food photos... The newish location is cozier than the previous one (positive) but the acoustics are such that it can be a little loud. as always, the staff is very nice -- attentive without being intrusive. They'll even banter with you if that's your thing. Salmon Gravlax: tender and nice flavor. Maybe a tad more of the trout caviar. I ate it all -- quickly. Burrata: with beets and cherry tomato. A runnier burrata rather than the firmer kind. If I'm quibbling, more beets. Truffle Polenta Cappelletti: this is a pleasant surprise. The polenta is stuffed into the cappelletti -- think a smallish tender gnocchi. The lamb meatballs were excellent. A smaller sized main compared to some of the other dishes. Glazed Short Rib: served with mash potato and spinach. Slow cooked as you'd expect. Solid dish and worth repeating. NY strip: gigantic portion. Expertly seasoned. Despite a Herculean effort, couldn't finish it. Even better the next morning with eggs. Tarta de queso vasca: what? A Basque cheesecake with vanilla bean ice cream. If you're not familiar, the basque version has a slightly burnt exterior that imparts a bittersweet note, while the texture is denser and firmer than the NYC version. This one is made expertly. There aren't many wines by the glass but a nice selection by the bottle. The Grotto margarita is almost too good. The food comes out at a Spanish pace. Relax and have a good conversation with your dining party.

    Flourless chocolate cake with Blood Orange sorbet

    Cannot say enough great things about the quality of the food here. Service also very attentive and professional. Very impressively run.

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    Lilly G.

    I had the most wonderful date night here with my husband! We made a reservation for a Saturday dinner at 6pm. We arrived a few minutes early to our reservation to a warm reception and were promptly shown to our table. The service was lovely, and the food even better. We had a great time! Appetizers: Mussels - fresh, warm, and delicious. Comes with some bread pieces for dipping into the delicious sauce at the bottom. The bread was a little crispy and I believe would have been better as a soft spongey bread instead. Otherwise, delicious! Fritto Misto - another great app. The breading was light, crispy, and well-seasoned. My favorites were the shishito peppers and rock shrimp. Mains: Grilled Swordfish (daily special) - so, so good. I'm used to having swordfish that is always slightly dry, but this was anything but! Especially the parts close to the skin were so buttery and juicy, and the beurre blanc helped tremendously with the moisture. Honestly the best swordfish I have ever had. Amazing! Whole Grilled Branzini - another well-executed fish dish. Crispy skin and great meat texture. I wish I tried more of this, but my husband let me know that he loved it! Dessert: Seasonal Housemade Sorbet (raspberry) - delicious, and as expected! The two available flavors were lemon and raspberry. I misheard the waiter when choosing the flavor and did not realize I could have chosen both flavors. I wish I could have tried the lemon as well because the raspberry was delicious! Tiramisu - light, creamy, and not so sweet. A perfect way to end dinner. The interior has such a clean, sophisticated feel, and the food was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend this place for a romantic dinner date or to celebrate a special occasion.

    Bronzino
    Jim W.

    Food is outstanding for all choices on the menu. My favorite is the bronzini. Service is very attentive. Owner very involved in all aspects of the restaurant.

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    Very nice dinner. My filet mignon was a little on the small side but very well prepared. Great music.

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    Very considerate of special dietary and culinary requests. Professional and attentive service. Pleasant and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy!

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    Stopped by for a cocktail... Excellent service, great atmosphere, perfect environment for after work...

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    Fabulous food and service. Have been going for years. Highly recommend. Friendly staff.

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    Ambiance and service are excellent. Food is good. My wife and I ate there a few weeks ago and enjoyed the whole experience.

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    Great food, nice plating, and top notch service.. what do you want more from a restaurant?

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    Ask the Community - Cetrella

    Is the State Street location noisy? My guests will be elderly and prefer a restaurant where diners can hear each other.

    Not at all. We visited there as a party of 5, with two guests being in their 70s and had no issues

    Are they reopened after the move?

    Thank you for your question. Yes, we are open for Dinner Tuesday - Sunday evenings at our new venue at 160 State Street, with public parking behind the restaurant via Third and Fourth Streets. Reservations can be made on the website and when we can… Read more

    Is this a good place for a large (10 people) dinner?

    We often serve dinner parties that size and larger. To enquire please use Reservations on our website and send an request for the date, time and party size that interests you. Staff will follow up to arrange with you. The reservations for parties of… Read more

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