My coworkers and I had a reservation at Cirella's on a Wednesday at 4:30pm. There is a parking lot which is great. A complimentary bread and garlic knot basket was bought to our table. I usually don't see garlic knots in bread baskets so I definitely had to try one and it was a little dry. The drink menu listed a spicy lychee martini but I prefer a regular one which they were able to do. The menu has so many great options that it took us a while to decide what we wanted to eat. We ordered 3 appetizers: Roasted Cauliflower, Eggplant Stack Alla Cirella's, and Meatballs. The roasted cauliflower was a huge head of cauliflower and flavored with lemon, garlic, breadcrumbs and had tomatoes on the side. The meatballs were big and tasted very good. I don't usually like eggplant so I didn't partake in the Eggplant Stack Alla Cirella's, but my coworkers enjoyed the crispy eggplant layered with fresh mozzarella, prosciutto, tomato, roasted red pepper drizzled with warm balsamic glaze. I got the Capellini Pescatore as my entree. Fresh parmesan was grated and served on top. The dish had pasta with shrimp, scallops, sundried tomato, pancetta, and vodka sauce. First off, the portion was huge! I was imagining sea scallops, but it was bay scallops so smaller scallops. It was delicious and I enjoyed every single bite. I even had leftovers to take home. Diane was our server and she was so friendly. She offered her recommendations and when my coworkers wanted to modify their dish, it was no problem. The restaurant was full around 6:00pm. We had such a wonderful time together and the food was amazing. Looking forward to the next time I go to Cirella's. read more

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Subdued music Lighting was not a factor because it was sort of daylight. Food was very good in that the portions were generous, seasoned nicely and not very oily. Th r parm as crisp and generously adorned with cheese. Service was dutiful, attentive and they came to ask how our food was! This was entirely written by me! read more

Cirella's - Main cabin - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

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I haven't been here in a while. Definitely was disappointed by the fish tonight. Clams were small & just okay. Branzino was a let down.

The service was excellent. The food was good. Cocktails were ok. The decor is just ok. Servers were doing their side work in the dining area. read more

Every year for my son's birthday we stay at a hotel sort of local to go swimming and go out to eat somewhere delicious near wherever we are staying. Last year it was this place finally. It was delicious. Service was great, ambiance was great. read more

Excellent service and the food was tasty and plentiful.Would definitely recommend.Met my friends for lunch and it was a very pleasant experience. read more

I have reviewed this before & love it. However NEW YEARS EVE was an exception. The food was bland,lacking in seasoning,barely warm.the baked clams were clearly lacking in taste..as was the"sautéed"calamari which was most definitely boiled & put in a soup dish AWFUL..no seasoning at all.I ordered a chopped salad with grilled salmon,root veggies & goat cheese.I got salad not chopped,a piece of crumbled goat cheese & barely cooked veggie.the salmon was dry & lukewarm..another had the spaghetti & clams TOTALLY LACKING IN SEASONING..service was fair-clearly the kitchen could not handle NYE.They would have done better with a menu which offered a set amount of dishes & that way they would have been able to handle the crowd. We like the food & will go back that's why we chose it..however I would be remiss if I didn't let them know that NYE WAS SO DISAPPOINTING!!! read more

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I went to this restaurant for the first time and their pasta was delicious! I tried the Capellini Dello which comes with breaded eggplant, marsala, pomodoro and ricotta cheese. I ordered small size and the portion was large. I loved the taste, it was delicious and the pasta was nicely cooked as well. Interestingly, they also had sushi which I'm willing to try next time! I recommend this place for family dinner as well as large party dinner. The restaurant is little fancy but still casual. Their service was great too! read more

Cirella's - Lg Capellini Dello* - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

Food good. Service at bar great. 17 dollars for a glass of wine is insulting and egregious. Jeez. Blackstone is less expensive. I eat out every day and this seems kooky. I understand overhead and costs but jeez. read more

A neighborhood restaurant that I have once had dined often when my business was in Melville. It was a pleasure to return for the second time in a week. I was also excited to see my longtime friend and owner of Cirella's. The restaurant was updated a couple of years back and has an upscale contemporary flare. They now have covered outside dining along the busy Broad Hollow Road. As always, their service and staff are friendly, accommodating and always attentive to the table. Cirella's continues to be one of the most accommodating restaurants that I have experienced. Although all Cirella's menu items are consistently good. particularly good, I favor very much their Cirella Calamari as an appetizer which is tossed in marinara along with cherry peppers and for an entrée, I chose the sword fish special on this occasion which was delicious. Great to be back. read more

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Cirella's on Christmas Eve for dinner. It was packed but that did not deter from great service from Diane R who was extremely attentive even though she had our table a few others and a very large party. When you are seated immediately a bread basket is brought to the table with several types of Italian treats, water is poured and drink orders are taken, they have a full bar and wine list. We put appetizer orders in right away roasted artichoke hearts, a trio of calamari & and a spicy Cirella sushi roll, (yes this Italian restaurant is also known for having an extensive sushi menu). Our mains were lasagna which was a special and a dish comprised of 7 fishes, (Christmas Eve you have to have the 7 fishes). All were cooked properly and delicious. We also had a side of truffle fries which were a disappointment. Lastly we finished our meal with a "show stopping" dessert, a giant ice cream sundae which came in in a huge martini glass held at least 3 scoops of ice cream, brownies & cookies and I think whatever else they could find in the kitchen including the kitchen sink, lol. Cirella's has been in business for almost 40 years it's the service and quality that has allowed for this small local Italian restaurant to do what most restaurants today can't do, stay in business for decades. read more

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Food (4.5) Decor (4.3) Service (4.7) Been many years since lunch at this memorable establishment. I always found it odd that such a traditional and formal Italian restaurant offers sushi as an option. But both have always been superb. The assorted table breads were great as always. To begin with we split the Gorgonzola Apple Walnut Salad, which was delicious. I had the Chicken Parmigiana with spaghetti, which was very good and enough for two. I found the chicken a slight bit tough, and spaghettini a tad soggy and stuck together. Their hand shredded fresh parmigiana on top is a very nice touch adding to the overall satisfaction. My business guest had a flat bread which was the length of the table, and said it was great. The decor is formal, very clean and well appointed where jeans are acceptable but dressing up a bit feels more fitting. And I love their new bathroom signage, which carry's a true Long Island spirit. Glad I returned, will be back sooner this time! read more

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Approximately 3 weeks ago we celebrated my grandsons 1st Birthday at Cirellas. It was a wonderful time! Perfect in every way! Cirellas staff was so helpful, professional and friendly. They assisted my daughter-in-law with settings up before the guests arrived and packing up. Always with a smile. I like the fact that they set a specific time that our party was the only one at the restaurant on this special day. The outdoor area was very guaint and private. We also had access to the large bar. The price for the buffet was very reasonable. The chaffing dishes were always replenished and the line moved smoothly. They food was absolutely delicious. I'm not a steak person but many quests raved about the grilled blackened marinated Asian sliced steak. My husband is asking me when we can return for an intimate dinner date. All the quests were very pleased and had many positive compliments about Cirella's and staff. Thank you again for making this special day a wonderful experience in every way and leaving us with precious memories! I highly recommend Cirella's for the ultimate party experience and look forward to returning for dinner on the patio. read more

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Went to dinner at cirellas 's last night for a pre-Mother's Day meal. The service and food were both amazing. Highly recommend the veal chop Parmesan. It's big and I wonderful piece of veal. read more

Cirella's - It's big, it's bad and it cannot be had... TRY IT - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

excellent sushi with friendly and prompt service as well. sushi portions were generous, i'll go back for sushi and i'd also try the italian fare some time. nice little neighborhood spot. read more

Quality restaurant! A must go to restaurant when in Melville and adequate for any occasion. Service could be a bit slow, but not necessarily the worst thing if you want to sit down and take your time enjoying a meal. In the couple of times visitingthe restaurant I've immensely enjoyed all Italian dishes (sushi was okay but personally don't think going to Cirella's for sushi is a selling point or a reason to go). Portions are awesome and everything from appetizers to deserts were phenomenal. Definitely going back when I have time. read more

Thanks Cirellas, updating my review from 3 years ago, good to see you've stayed consistent in delivering good Italian fare and good service. Thanks for staying on point.....you guys get it. Not to miss, the veal chop parm, more flavorful than a cutlet and can't say I've seen it done that way before. read more

Cirella's - Cirellas calamari and meatballs - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

CLOSED SUNDAYS ? That was previous time we tried to go. This time was a for a birthday dinner, Thursday evening (yesterday) and it was open. So the parking lot had several cars, there were even a few spots closest to the entrance, which was a good sign the place wasn't packed. When we entered the hostess asked if we had reservations, we said no, she offered us the outside patio or the bar area. I asked if there was a/c on the patio, she said no there is a fan. Already off to a rocky start, she walks us through the dining room and we noticed that 2/3 of the tables were empty. There were no other diners seated outside or by the bar, so I said we're not sitting out on the patio. No effort was made to seat us, so we left and went elsewhere. We were disappointed and would likely not make another attempt to dine at Cirellas. We went to another Italian restaurant and enjoyed a fantastic birthday dinner. The manager recommended a great bottle of a reserve Cabernet that paired so well with the seafood dishes we ordered and their chocolate lava cake was fantastic. So maybe in an odd way the hostess at Cirellas did us a favor ? read more

We always seem to strike it rich at Cirellas restaurant! Tonight we had amazing service from our waitress Susan. She was on top of her game delivering drinks and our dinner s all in perfect synch. We started out with a couple of bread baskets loaded with an array of Italian, garlic and pizza breads. EVOO was also brought with the bread. We also started with some wonderful drinks from the bar. For an appetizer, we started with a nice dish of fried calamari which was tasty and tender. This was served with 3 sides if sauce. Tomato, fra diavlo and marinara. The sauce were amazing and the fra Diablo bright the heat!! For dinner, we ordered 3 Veal chop Parmigiano which is always a true winner. This is a huge veal chop pounded out made Parmigiano style with a side of pasta. OMG, a must! My wife ordered the Capellini with Scallops. She enjoyed her dinner as well! Cirellas ALWAYS brings to us am alcohol dining experience!!! Make sure you get the Veal chop!! Thank you Susan and all the friendky staff who took great care of us! read more

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Have been here many times, always pleased. Last night two at our table ordered veal chops; one Parmigiana and one Contadina. Both servings were as tough as shoe leather. To be fair, both were cheerfully replaced with a delicious substitute. Will be back but no more veal chops! read more

The food and service was great. I always enjoy myself there. Great place to catch up with friends.

Food was great, we started with the Huntington roll as an app. Then for our main course we had the rigatoni mezzi and the crazy tuna roll. read more

Cirella's - Huntington Roll - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

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Always great food and service. Eggplant tower was a great appetizer to share. Pastas are amazing and there are always specials.

Had a wonderful dinner! The boyfriend and I decided to go out for Valentine's Day a little early. This place has been on my radar for quite sometime, and he isn't picky so the decision was easy. To start, bread and oil of course. It was simple, but tasty. My only complaint was that the bread was warm on the outside but a bit doughy and cold on the inside. For an appetizer we shared classic calamari. It was so tender and lightly fried. My boyfriend described it had the best calamari he's ever had. It was served with classic marinara and fra divalo sauce for dipping. Both were amazing. For my entree I got gamberoni. It was a half of roasted spaghetti squash, sautéed shrimp, tomatoes, lemon and garlic. It was delightful. Very light in flavor but not light in taste. Flavors dancing of my tongue. Generous amount of shrimp. I cannot wait for my leftovers tomorrow. My boyfriend ordered Radiatori ragu. It had short ribs, mushrooms and ricotta over pasta. I had a bite or two..or three and it was delish. He enjoyed it as well. Leftovers for days... We still had room for dessert. I got a cannoli and my boyfriend ordered tiramisu. The cannoli was just okay, but still yummy. My boyfriend enjoyed the tiramisu. Also ordered coffee, which was good. Service was impeccable. Our server Susan was amazing and attentive. All servers wearing masks. read more

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Cirellas is the absolute best restaurant to come for comfortable yet slightly upscale, tablecloth, classic Italian Dining, a true gift that keeps on giving. We have come to Cirellas multiple times, and every single time we have had delicious meals, kind service, and an enjoyable lunch or dinner, this is now our "go-to" close spot for a celebration, treat lunch place. The martinis are fresh and delicious, great bartender who knows how to make drinks. Cappuccinos with the Biscotti and Cream are always a good way to cap off the meal. Also, if you like Sushi, they have a wide selection, a good sushi chef, and fresh fish. Not like the best sushi I've ever had, but a good lunch, nice portions, and a great combo to have for the restaurant. Although, the price is more expensive than you're average lunch. Think a Sushi Roll, A Main, A Salad, and a Capuccino for 2 is about $150 after tip. Worth it, every penny, love Cirellas. read more

This place is mediocre at best. I walked in with such high hopes but I was disappointed unfortunately. Very entertaining was the fact that everyone was dressed like prom. No matter their age. Could've been a scene outta Tony soprano's life. I know this is not THE city, this is Long Island but I would think that they would at least be ONE decent restaurant or two. This place was so mehhhh. Like the best thing about the meal was the bread because it was warm and fresh and buttery. Everything else was not good. The Brussels sprouts were soggy and the salad was so bland. The service was pretty good, we got everything we needed in a time they matter. The server and waitstaff of all treated us very nicely, so I have to mention that. The valet guy out front was really nice too. So thank you guys for that. read more

Cirella's - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

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Food was good, not bad and not great. There were 4 of us, 2 really liked and 2 thought it was okay. Maybe we ordered the wrong items-- gnocchi with short ribs and chicken scarpiella -- both had too much sauce. Veal chop parmesan and lasagna special looked good an our friends really liked it. Caesar salad was good but the plate itself was refrigerator-cold which is kind of a turn-off. Drinks were good with good pours. Service was a little hurried but the personnel were friendly. Place is busting busy. read more

I had a flat bred pizza with prosciutto , fig jam, and arugula. Wow it was awesome. The sushi menu is limited ( not a large selection. My friend had Italian and it was excellent. Service was outstanding. They even offer a separate no smoking section. Parking is limited and tight if you have a pick up or large suv. Highly recommend reservations read more

I'm hooked. Working my way through the sushi menu. Seems a little out of sorts when you consider this is an Italian restaurant but- sushi chef aptly placed at end of the bar and what a fantastic job and creative dishes that you can bare witness to. All bartenders above/beyond nice. Servers equally as friendly and while I've never dined in the dining room, every server I've passed on the stairs, incredibly sweet. Parking can be hairy and they offer valet in the eves. Priced accordingly, Al fresco dining available, and the ever present aroma of garlic fills this aesthetically pleasing venue. read more

Cirella's - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

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Ordered the short ribs with gnocchi and spinach. Had it delivered. $32 is the price for the dish. This is what we received. Literally about 2 ounces of meat. You can see almost the entire bottom of this tupperware. There's no food here. What a joke. Shame on you!! Way to price gauge or steal from your customers. read more

Cirella's - Joke of a $32 short rib dish. - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

Relaxing outside on a lovely Friday afternoon. Delicious fresh salad greens, candied walnuts, sliced apples, gongozolla cheese and mustard dressing. Accompanied with Butter Chardonnay read more

Cirella's - Fresh salad with Butter Chardonnay. - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

Great bread Great service Easy and calm atmosphere Fantastic eggplant appetizer Poor parking. Must valet read more

Cirella's is a Melville staple! I come here at least once a week for lunch and they never let me down. Go for whatever the specials are that day; today I had the pasta special (in picture)- stuffed rigatoni, blackened chicken, roasted cherry tomatoes, black truffle and cream sauce. It was incredible. The staff knows us by name and they're very attentive and remember our drink and staple food orders. I don't recommend getting the sushi here, it's not bad (it's not great) but their other food is just so delicious. read more

Cirella's - Stuffed rigatoni, blackened chicken, roasted cherry tomatoes, black truffle and cream sauce. On the specials menu 12/23/21 It's incredible. - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

I come to Cirella's regularly and enjoy it. The interior is very nice and updated with the bar set back away from the dining room. The servers are all very nice and professional each time we come. Some dishes I haven't enjoyed, but I've liked most. My favorites are the fried calamari with blue cheese crumbles and broccoli rabe, the mussels, and the salad with the spaghetti squash in it. read more

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My daughter and I travelled to Long Island for a funeral today . After the funeral the family gathered at Cirellas for a late lunch . Our waitress was very personable with us. We were a happy group and she seemed happy to serve us.For my meal I had the egg plant Parmesan which was very good it came with pasta. I also had the gnocchi with brown butter sauce. I like all of the food and brought home some extra leftovers. My daughter had the sushi deluxe platter. She said she liked it and the fish was very fresh read more

Cirella's - Eggplant parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

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Beware of taking food to go after spending money there The containers melt in the microwave causing the food to be inedible. They won't take responsibility. Just tell me that it shouldn't have happened. Container doesn't say anything about being microwaveable safe or not for use in the microwave. read more

Cirella's - Melted take out containers. They take no responsibility. Beware - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

Yummy food but the service is what has me posting a review. Our server Karen was kind, and lovely and supported a perfect anniversary dinner out. read more

Food was great, service was just as good. We ordered a roasted cauliflower , you got the entire head , in a great sauce .. best app ever. I had capellini pescatore ( shrimp and scallops ) usually you have to dig to find the fish, I think there was as much shrimp and scallop as there was pasta .. it was excellent. Servers were very attentive , whole staff seemed to work together well. We will definitely be back with the whole family !! read more

Cirella's - The best app ever !! - Italian Near Me - Melville, New York

Some confusion making reservation. Came as a party of six. Started with a Caesar salad and fried calamari. I had the delicious zuppa di pesce. Others had rigatoni ala vodka, bucatini cozzi, eggplant parm, rigatoni fagioli and a regular pizza. Everyone enjoyed their meal. Waitress was knowledgeable and attentive. Ambiance was a little loud but it was a Saturday night. All in all a great dining experience. read more

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I was fortunate enough to have a fabulous meal at this restaurant. While in New York my good friends made a recommendation and reservation for Cirella's. When we were seated we were greeted by our server and our drink order was taken. I ordered a Vodka Tonic and it was a very generous size and delicious. The waiter also brought a basket of delicious breads with our drinks. For dinner I ordered a swordfish special that they had that evening. It was a very thick piece of fish. It was so delicious I wanted to lick my plate! The sauce, the tomatoes, the broccoli....everything on my plate tasted incredible! My girlfriend ordered shrimp & scallops in a vodka sauce and she loved it as well. My husband had the linguini with clam sauce and our other friend had shrimp parmigiana. Everyone loved their meals The cocktails, the food and the service were all on point. Our waiter was very attentive. We never felt rushed and we actually closed the restaurant. We were the last to leave because we were so busy enjoying our drinks and each other's company . The staff all went about their business. When we left the restaurant it was empty and all the tables were clean and set up for the next day! I highly recommend Cirella's you won't be disappointed! read more

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