This place absolutely nailed it - every dish was so on point! Outstanding Italian energy. 7-star…read moreexperience!

I ordered the eggplant melanzane because it looked so good in the photo- 2nd picture. The first…read morepicture is what arrived. This is just eggplant sliced thinly with parm on top. It was tasty. I never have had eggplant in this style. I'm just disappointed because it was not what I ordered according to the photo. I wanted sauce, basil and cheese as well as eggpla

Our recent family gathering at Via Sforza was like being transformed to our heritage in Italy…read more The service could not have been better. So courteous and accommodating to special requests. Several groups of bread, olive oil and olives placed on our large table were evenly distributed so there was not a lot of passing around. The salad was lightly dressed, flavorful and nicely complimented with thin slices of parmesean cheese. The food is as close to homemade as you can imagine. The eggplant parm was not heavy and delicious. The pasta primavera was a favorite among many. Lots of veggies with a delicate cream sauce. My sister and I had the Parpardelle. So delicious! Not a heavy meat sauce but rather small pieces of thin sausage complimented with hearty mushrooms and peas. The parpardelle was a wide very thin pasta making this dish extra delicious. We had our party of 13 guests in the rear private room which is behind a lovely iron gated archway The decor is so inviting. This was our second year having our gathering at via Sforza. Our plan had always been to have a different restaurant each year as in the past. However, everyone in attendance requested we not change the venue. It's been a wonderful find! Thank you Gianni for your attention to detail and making this event so special!

Sad to downgrade, but between the diminished portions, the vastly escalated prices, and apparently…read morenew owners/management, whatever charm there is comes at a very high cost. I recently got Pappardelle Al Forno (a whopping $30) substituting chicken for sausage and it was an insult: literally half the portion it used to be, with a sprinkling of approximately 8 chicken strips each the size of one strand of shredded carrot. The pappardelle noodles themselves were fine, but the delicateness in the sauce is now heavy and overpowering. Also got the Cacio et Peppe ($28). The portion was what most restaurants would call a Kids Meal. And it was extremely salty. Far superior Cacio et Peppe at Zucca down the road, and you get the exact same portion at their happy hour for $10, or an actual entree portion that's more than twice the size for $22. Sad. After 26+ years of loving Via Sforza, we won't be back.

Exceptional in every shape form. Not many places where you can get a soufflé at lunch. Been there…read morefor lunch and dinner a few times and both did not disappoint. Service at the bar it's always been quite good even though it's been different bartenders each time. Feel the people who manage it must be doing an exceptional job as it seems like a five star Michelin run restaurant. Highly suggested seafood tower, but also enjoy the steak. The ambience of the bar makes you feel like you're in Ireland. While you sit outside on the patio and it makes you feel like the old tavern on the green. Enjo

My family took me here to celebrate my birthday, and it was a great choice for a special occasion…read more We went early evening, before the dinner rush. Although a few large parties were happening, it felt comfortably busy without being loud. Parking was easy with their lot. The décor is elegant, and the beautifully lit bottle display behind the bar really stands out. We sat in the main dining room and could easily hold a conversation. We started with the grilled polpo and ahi tuna tartare -- both excellent. I ordered the T-bone medium rare, and it was cooked perfectly. The table also had filet mignon, mezzi rigatoni alla vodka with shrimp, and pappardelle bolognese. Sides of Brussels sprouts with bacon and balsamic-honey glaze and baked spinach au gratin complemented everything nicely. The chocolate soufflé was a sweet finish. Portions were satisfying without being overwhelming. Bathrooms were very clean, though the entryway floor was a bit slippery. Overall, I'd absolutely return and recommend it for a special night out.

We have been coming to this Resturant for years. The food and service at one point was excellent…read more Unfortunately, things have changed. The service is slow and very unprofessional. The food was fair at best with the pappardelle pasta being mush and overcooked and with very little meat sauce. The outside seating area looks like a10 year old put it together. Very crude and unappealing. The food at their sister Resturant's, Applausi and Columbus park are considerably better.

We met friends at Tarantino on one of the hottest days of the year, but inside the restaurant was a…read morepleasant experience, from incredible service to delicious food, we shared an appetizer, had salads, entrees and shared a couple of deserts... everyone was happy with their meals, and went home full and content. We will definitely return!

The food in this place is as close as it gets to Italy. The only thing that's different is the…read morebread bur that's ok. The sauce is great too. Always difficult to find a table here so plan ahead. Love the outdoor dining. Inside is ok. Nothing crazy.

Oh wow, what a nice addition to Westport. The food was excellent. We started with the olives,…read moresalad, and pizza (buffalo mozzarella and pesto) and had the corn agnoli and octopus for mains. Amazing! No complaints here. We finished everything. The ambiance is great. Definitely some Mediterranean vibes inside and out. And the service was attentive and professional. We did not have a reservation (I would recommend getting one) but they were able to accommodate us outside. This was nice, as the temperature was pleasant. Our server knew the menu quite well and had a good way about him. We will be returning.

What an excellent dining experience. I highly recommend you make reservations because the inside…read moredining room is very small and you May have a long wait if you don't make a reservation. For starters we had the fig and prosciutto appetizers. It was so good, highly recommend. For our entrees i had the veal chop served with mixed veggies. I absolutely loved my dish, the chop was lightly breaded and cooked perfectly. My girlfriend had the chicken scarpariello served with polenta. Our meals were so good, we totally loved our experience. The service was excellent, various servers checking up on us but not overbearing. We will definitely go back to try other items.

Unassuming and odd location for such a fantastic restaurant right on the street next to railroad…read moreparking. Inside is quaint and cozy. You're served by the wife of chef who's welcoming and motherly. The food is excellent, truly! Everything was clearly made with care. The pasta is home made. The sauces are superb and everyone in my family was extremely satisfied, which is hard to do. Can't recommend this place highly enough. Just great food!

This place was exceptional. The wings were amazing and the pizza was even better. The service…read morewas excellent as well.. Highly, highly recommend. We were just traveling through, but we will be back.

Our Friday night go-to. This place is a crowd pleaser for delicious pizza. It's good for takeout or…read moredine-in. The inside dining area is small, but nice and cozy. And the tables outside are nice touch too. Staff is always professional and they are typically fast--delivery often comes within 25 minutes.

Had a great lunch at Zucca Gastrobar in Westport…read more We started with bread, then moved on to the crab cakes appetizer, made with jumbo lump crab and served over a jalapeño aioli with mixed greens. Fresh, light, and just the right amount of kick. The eggplant rollatini, filled with ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiano, spinach, and pomodoro sauce, was super comforting and packed with flavor. For mains, the homemade lasagna really delivered. House-made pasta layered with rich bolognese and creamy béchamel, topped with parmesan and fontina. It was hearty without feeling too heavy. Portions were generous, the food was consistently excellent, and the service was warm and attentive. Definitely a spot worth coming back to.

Great service. Meals came out hot and quickly. The flavor profiles were very tasty. Will definitely…read morereturn with more friends and family.

Food was abysmal. 4 meals, 2 the same. Linguine and clam sauce should actually have a sauce, not…read morethe pasta water with a few garlic cloves added. Clams were rubbery and tasteless. Bolognese should be finished with a bit of milk or cream. This was sloppy Joe-type meat sauce over pasta. Don't call it bolognese. Shrimp dish was tasteless. Nothing was seasoned properly. I don't know about the other locations but Norwalk was more than disappointing. I'll add a few stars for a lovely summer night outside.

We went for dinner on a Saturday and had a good time at this restaurant. The inside is classy and…read morenice, though it's a bit compact, more like a NYC restaurant. Tables are closer together. We sat down promptly at 5:30 and it was already packed. Almost every table was full. I'm not sure whether they were short staffed but service was only ok. Our server seemed to disappear for a long time. They took our drink orders and appetizers, which took a while to come out, probably half an hour. They were solid - the meatballs were soft and flavorful, the calamari was good. You could probably skip the baked clams - they were a bit chewy and gritty. The charcuterie board or whatever it's called was fine too. When we finally put our dinner orders in, we were already about an hour into sitting down. I had the "pollo rustico," which was pretty much just chicken scarpariello, which I love. It was very good here too, with big portions. Spicy, the chicken was a bit weird - seemed to be a few pieces instead of a breast. But cooked well. My wife had the eggplant, which was excellent. The food was good, it just took forever. By the time we left, we had been there two hours for apps and entrees. I like taking my time at restaurants, but it just felt like too long, especially with a kid.

Love their lobster rolls! Service was great...we enjoy eating inside as well as outside on the…read morepatio or in one of their free standing tents.

I have experienced this place is several capacities: happy hours, holiday party's, and dinners…read more First and foremost, I really appreciate the service there. Staff is very friendly, pleasant and accommodating. Rizzutos is one of the few places (3 in my area) around Connecticut that does igloos for the winter and then canopy tents in the summer! This is great if you're looking for that added privacy and special touch to your dining experience. The inside is also lovely as you'll be able to dine by a wonderful fireplace that definitely feels amazing during these cold northeast winters. One recent addition that I think is amazing and what brought me in this last time is their seasonal four-course menus! For like $30 you get a four course meal! Such a great price for the experience. The portions are samplings so not TOO large portions but with the amount of courses you will get comfortably full.