4.5 Rating: Our group of 10 finally made it to Fratelli Italian Restaurant after a few plans were cancelled sue to Jan/Feb snow storms. It would up being worth the wait. All aspects of this visit were spot on: Kind and caring service, excellent food quality, and good value. The pacing of the dinner was also right on- not too fast, not too slow- just right. Dinner starts with a green salad with house dressing and a selection of Italian breads. This is old school Italian service which seems to be going away. as many restaurants regrettably skip on the bread delivery these days. Everyone enjoyed their entrees- Chicken parm, Shrimp Parm, Penne Ala Vodka, Grilled chicken with Broccoli Rabe and the house specialty- shrimp and veal Fratelli- one of the better entrees I have had in a long while. The potato croquettes were a great accompaniment for this dish to enjoy the sauce/gravy. Dessert included perhaps the largest selection ever (a positive) was available along with pictures. The Italian cheesecake was also large and excellent. Hot expresso with anisette was served. The service team here is well trained and on their toes. I can't believe that I didn't know of this place sooner- a true neighborhood gem. They also seemed to be doing a robust take away business... The leadership team from the restaurant stopped by for hello as well. A case study in restaurant hospitality. read more

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Had such a wonderful lunch here today. My partner and I shared the penne alla vodka, which was absolutely delicious -- perfectly cooked pasta with a rich, creamy sauce that had just the right balance of flavor. We also ordered the chicken alla milanese, and it was outstanding. The chicken was incredibly tender with perfectly crisp breadcrumbs and seasoning that made every bite so satisfying. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance of the restaurant is warm and welcoming, making it a great place to relax and enjoy a meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] What really elevated the experience was the service. Jonny, our waiter, took amazing care of us. He was attentive, friendly, and clearly passionate about the restaurant -- a true curator of the experience. A fantastic lunch all around. Great food, great atmosphere, and exceptional service. I'll definitely be coming back. read more

It doesn't get better than Fratellis. My favorite all time Italian restaurant in the Bronx. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Old school 1980's vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Best chicken scarp and penne vodka(ask for extra scallions). Their stuffed clams are to die for! They're serve you with complimentary bread assortment with fresh homemade salad and a delicious eggplant spread! Service is always like family read more

Food is delicious huge portions!! Service is so so nice and they're so flexible if you want to change something with the order.

We all know Fratelli's has great food, great service and is a wonderful place for family dinners. I just have to give an additional shout-out to Ulysses, who, from 3000 miles away, took care of me via telephone from Seattle to order some gift cards and have them mailed to me. He went the extra mile, definitely service with a smile, and they arrived super-quick! I cannot say more about this place -- if you're in the Bronx, they definitely deserve your business! And you will not be sorry - their food is outstanding! read more

Terrific staff and great food with generous portions. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Nice atmosphere, not so large that you feel as if you are in a factory.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Small enough that the staff knows your name.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Been coming here 25 years still same owners and chef delicious large portions of amazing Italian food in the Bronx friendly staff especially the manager Anthony [[HIGHLIGHT]]my go to Italian restaurant with family and friends and for special occasions[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] delicious specials stuffed veal chop special outstanding chicken dishes veal dishes you can cut with a plastic knife so tender and delicious read more

Friendly neighborhood Italian establishment! The portion sizes are LARGE. I enjoyed the complimentary focaccia to start. There is an extensive menu. I ended up getting the Zuppa Di Pesce special for 2. Though the price tag seems hefty, the portion sizes were large and we had plenty of left over! Service was friendly and attentive as well. read more

Food service was great . Waiter and staff were attentive. And inside of the restaurant had a nice comfortable feel . Food was excellent. read more

Fratelli - I had the Shrimp Fra Diavolo and wife had the Fried shrimp. Food was excellent. Waiter and staff was great. - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Had my daughter's Graduation party there. 35 people, plenty of room.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Amazing food and service!!!

Oh my God, the food and service were amazing. We went there for a repast after a funeral. The food was so good, course after course. We had a wonderful server named Ulysses. He was very attentive and patient with the 18 of us who were there. It's a haul for us from New Jersey, but we plan on going again. The restaurant is well maintained and the atmosphere is wonderful. I'm only sorry I didn't take pictures of the food, I was pretty hungry. All in all, it's a great place to eat! read more

Fratelli - Cappuccino... - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

The best restaurant ever! The food is amazing and tasteful! The service was professional and friendly. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Most importantly, the bathroom was clean and it was a busy night.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Food delicious Staff pleasant and efficient and prices are reasonable Nice neighborhood restaurant read more

There are several Italian restaurants in the Pelham Gardens neighborhood- but Fratelii could certainly be the OG out of all of them. For the last umpteen years, hubs has treated my Mom out for pre-birthday celebrations the weekend before her birthday. He also decided to bring his Aunt to join in because of its lively energy and tasty Italian food. Service continues to be very nice as well as their family-style complimentary salad and bread plate replete with a fabulous dipping oil and a caponata. The food is good- period and rightfully so because I raved the entire evening over my al dente garlic and oil linguine side dish. I went with the Broiled Filet of Sole while my auntie-in-law went for the Francese-type. Mom enjoyed her 2 pork chops topped with peppers & onions and brown sauce. Hubs on the other hand, had a substantial Ribeye and all he kept saying was, "for it not being a steakhouse- these guys nailed the temp and sear on it". Our server was a gentleman til the end. FYI they play 'Happy Birthday' on their sound system ¯\_(ツ)_/¯- it was fun though- everybody joins in and sings. Fratelli is a standout spot. Expect great food, a warm welcome, plus a happy and fun Italian atmosphere. read more

The food is amazing. Gnocchi and carbonara are my two favorites. The bread is a must to slather with all of your sauce. The service is on point and I never had to ask for water. Very attentive. Highly recommend for authentic Italian food read more

Such a nice spot! Went in for some lunch today. They have a wide variety for their lunch special. We also had pizza as an appetizer. All of the food was great. Their bread was also very tasty. Service was pretty quick and friendly. I would definitely go back for dinner. read more

The go-to place for locals on the holidays or after a funeral. Not even joking about this. Having said that, the food, drinks, and service have been excellent for the past, oh, 40 years or so? If you live in the neighborhood and have never eaten here, shame on you. Go tonight. Have a martini and the chicken francese. Perfect for family gatherings. Is your uncle coming to town with your grandparents? Take them there. Old school Italian restaurant with good prices. read more

Just had a catered meal here. It was amazing. The service was incredible. The food was delicious. I think we had 7 courses, but am not entirely certain as it was hard to keep track. The rosemary foccacia, vodka penne, and potato croquettes were my all stars. But the chicken parm, veggies, salad, pasta course, and eggplant rolatine were also wonderful. Hope to return sometime soon. read more

Fratelli - Chicken parm - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Delicious food, great service, fun ambiance. I came here for the first time for Christmas Eve. The food was delicious on a busy night so I can imagine this is the real deal on a regular night. This will now be my go-to restaurant in the Bronx. First you get started with bread & some garlic bread, then a salad for the table. We ordered baked claims and Burrata with grilled veggies. Delish but the veggies were surprisingly good, perfectly grilled and paired well. Our mains (pictured) were incredible! I will be recommending this place to all my friends and family! read more

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I love the food & the wine. I've eaten their shrimp parmesan & their pasta primavera..Fantastic wine & expresso.

Originally we randomly tried Fratellis one night. To say the least, I was impressed. I ended up ordering an entree off the specials that consisted of chicken cutlet, prosciutto, mozzarella and vodka sauce served with spaghetti and string beans. When we picked up our food, it was handed to us in a half tray! What an amazing portion, and more importantly, it was absolutely delicious! I order it everytime we get takeout! The shrimp scampi was also very good! Solid spot for takeout! Looking forward to dining in soon! read more

Fratelli - Chicken special - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Delicious food, fast and friendly. Manager is very welcoming and location is nice but parking could be a little issue. Need to drive around depending on the weather and hour you arrive. read more

This is a neighborhood restaurant. Been here forever. We often come. Tonight we felt like some good Italian food. The service is always good. The food is always reliable! Tonight we decided to not indulge in an appetizer , entree and dessert. They give you complimentary salad, lots of breads and the eggplant caponata. My husband went with the classic chicken parmigiana! He was amazed at how tender it was. I chose chicken sorrentino. Chicken, topped with a procuitto and eggplant with mozzarella. It was so delic! Both came with side orders of pasta. read more

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Fabian! Best most wonderful server. Delicious dinner. Def recommend. Salad and delicious bread to start. Excellent service. Even the loud mouth old Italian men at the other table couldn't ruin our evening because the delicious food and attentive servers were so wonderful. read more

Excellent- always on point! Service, staff & food- I love the lunch special- a bit pricey but otherwise very good!

Let me first start by saying I know we are in the midst of a pandemic and restaurant are struggling significantly! I am empathetic and understand they are just trying to make a living. BUT.. .. This review is mainly regarding food and cost. We ordered take out, so can not comment on service. So this was our second time ordering from this place. We had some minor issues the first time we ordered, but they corrected it. Given the limited food options in our area, we figured we give them another try. The person taking our order over the phone was very nice. We could hear a lot going on in the background, but we never felt rushed. We ordered Calamari, chicken parmigiana, ravioli, and a slice of cake...our total $77 dollars!!! When he said the price we wanted to cancel, but we decided to "treat" ourselves. We were told delivery would take 40 minutes, but our food came over an hour later. The late delivery wasn't the issue, but the fact that all our food was cold was upsetting. The fried calamari was super soggy, the sauce was all over, and the portion was underwhelming for $17. Then I looked at the Ravioli meal and was annoyed by what was sent. I could be wrong, but I don't believe it was worth $19! I included pictures for reference. My husband was as equally disappointed by his chicken parmigiana. The food itself tasted just ok, but not worth the bill. We didn't get any cutlery or napkins. Imagine if we had to eat this on the go, we would have been screwed. I think we would have been happier making spaghetti at home. I do hope that the restaurant survives this crisis so it can improve, but we won't be returning as customers. Just a noted..I took these picture after adding crushed peppers to the ravioli. read more

Fratelli - Calamari $17 - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

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My favorite restaurant introduced to me by my best friend and I love it Everyone is so friendly and professional and the food so good The service in general is fantastic, weather it's sit down or order out I highly recommend this restaurant . read more

Looking for a good slice of pizza in the Bronx can be difficult these days but Fratelli's, recommended by a friend, did not disappoint. I ordered a Sicilian Margherita Pie and the Eggplant Parm. Expecting to go down to lobby, the food was brought to my door. It was a warm welcome. The pizza was delicious. The crust, light and crunchy not doughy, just enough fresh mozzarella, sprinkled w basil and baked to perfection. The Eggplant Parm was tasty, the sauce did the trick but I could have used another layer or two. The fresh vegetable medley and Italian bread made me smile. What more could I have asked for. If you are looking for a fresh artisan slice and yummy Italian in the Bronx, this is the place. read more

Fratelli continues to dish out what has made it one of the best Italian restaurants in the Bronx. This place is everything you want out an Italian restaurant; small, close-knit staff, and solid food. The menu is mostly no frills with some twists highlighted in their specials. Each meal starts with a mixed salad and bread with an eggplant 'chutney', seasoned oil, and butter. I went with one of their specials for my app: grilled calamari and shrimp over a kale salad. Pretty solid overall - the seafood was seasoned well and the kale was fresh. For my main I had the chicken scarpariello which was served with sausage and hot peppers. Each entree has a choice of mixed veggies, potato croquette, or pasta as a side (I chose pasta). For dessert I had ricotta cheesecake. Fratelli always serves good food; two aspects of the restaurant that leave me wanting more however are the decor and plate presentation. All of the decor is original to when the restaurant opened in the early/mid 90s, so it's tried looking. Additionally, I don't feel plate presentation is Fratelli's strength - we eat with our eyes first and sometimes you have to get over how it looks before realizing how tasty the food is. All in all though, Fratelli is a good choice for real-deal Italian food in the Bronx beyond Arthur Ave. read more

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Eddie and Staff, Thank you for a fabulous time at your Restaurant yesterday, 3/11/22. The food, service and entertainment was just great. I attended with the Widows and Widowers Group. I will always be a customer of yours Sincerely, Carolyn Labriola read more

Has an old school vibe, with good food, and great service. I've never had a bad meal here, and I've been coming for well over 10 years.

It's just great!! If you love Italian Food, this is the place to Chow Down! Make sure you order the VERY HOT PEPPER APPETIZER!

Delicious traditional Italian-American food, service by people who clearly care about your time there. Amazing appetizers that are ample enough to be shared. read more

Very good food and great service. We were very impressed! Prices were very fair as well. We stayed at the nearby Marriott residence inn and walked over, easy and safe feeling. Every bit as good as meals I've had in little Italy but easier to get to, and there were parking spaces all around had we driven over. read more

Good food at a reasonable price. We used their catering at 3 different times and will continue to do so.

I've lived in this area for the vast majority of my life, and I can't believe that I just went there for the first time last weekend! My mom, her friends and my aunts had been applauding this place for the past few months and I was happy to finally be able to make it there to celebrate my dads birthday. I definitely enjoyed the food, the drinks and felt that everything was reasonably priced. The service was on point as well- our waiter and the other staff were friendly, attentive and were so kind enough to come out and sing happy birthday to my dad when desserts came out! I ordered the Fratelli Shrimp & Veal with a side of their fried mashed potato tots, mom got the chicken francese (spelling?) and pops ordered the scallops. Good meal! I'll be back very soon, and can't wait to explore the rest of their menu! read more

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I would like to say that the food was absolutely delicious and the drinks. We even took another order home. But the service was horrible. We, mom dad n I, went here for my dad's 85 birthday. We sat down at a table that wasn't 100% setup. Our waiter comes up and asks us for our drink orders n whatnot. Not once did he give his name. We ordered our food n drinks. Got them in a timely fashion and everything was amazing. He never once came to ask if everything was OK, if we needed anything..... Nada. But yet went to all the tables around us to check on them. We asked for to-go orders n our check. Before leaving I explained everything to tge manager as to why we left zero $0 tip. Would I return? Possibly but I would already be prepared to be ignored. read more

Another old school great Italian restaurant! It's been a neighborhood staple for over 25 years. Great food and generous portions at reasonable prices. What more could you ask for? read more

Fratelli - Apple tart with ice cream. Cute cocoa dust foot garnish. - Italian Near Me - Bronx, New York

Outstanding Italian restaurant! We were very impressed with our first visit to Fratelli. Over the years, I've been to dozens of Italian restaurants and this is one of my favorites. The server was attentive and prompt. The food was excellent and huge portions. And the ambiance was very nice and comfortable. They bring you a salad for the table to share as soon as your are seated, then bread to follow. I had penne with broccoli and garlic along with grilled chicken and it was amazing! I would highly recommend this gem of a place to eat. And even though I thought of the movie "The Goonies" because of the name Fratelli - it was a great meal with friends. read more

Been coming here for 23 years literally, always the best food and feels like there food has never changed. The waiters and staff are all so nice. Always feel welcomed. Ps . The clams Oreganata are actually to dye for. read more