Osteria Romana has been a goto of mine for years. Stopped going a few years back because my wife…read morewasn't interested in trying it. Fast forward to last week and she was interested. Nothing bad to say. Service excellent, Food impeccable. I decided not to have my goto, chicken marsala. Instead, I got the veal scarpariello, turns out they combined their marsala sauce with a scarpariello. I've nothing bad to say, the veal, the sausage, the cherry peppers were excellent. My wife got the trout almondine. Perfectly cooked, melted in your mouth. And let us not forget the potatoes. Both of us couldn't stop taking about the potatoes. Sad to see the vespa gone, but it's still a cozy and charming place even without it. Needless to say, we will be coming back

Been there twice. Like the place. Nice ambience but noisy…read more Yet, each time I've been there, I got sick afterwards. Wondering about the sanitary conditions. To be fair, my wife has never had any issue after eating there.

"A birthday dinner that actually felt like one."…read more Sienna Ristorante gets the balance right in a way most places don't. The space immediately stands out with a clean, modern feel that still feels warm, not staged or overly polished. It sets the tone before the food even hits the table. The meal itself followed through. The complimentary bread with oil was simple but done right, soft with a good crust and a clean, flavorful dip. We shared the wild mushroom arancini, and that was the first real standout. Crispy on the outside, rich on the inside, and the sauce was the kind you keep going back to without thinking. It carried the dish. For mains, I went with the wild mushroom pizza, which came out with a well balanced crust and just enough weight from the toppings without feeling heavy. The mushrooms were the focus and they delivered. The honeynut squash ravioli leaned more delicate, slightly sweet, and felt more composed than expected in a good way. Drinks held their own too. The Old Fashioned was clean and steady, while the lychee martini added something lighter and more refreshing to the table. They close the meal with biscotti and limoncello, which already would have been enough, but we added the tiramisu and that was the right call. It rounded everything out without feeling excessive, just a clean finish to a well paced dinner. Service matched the tone of the restaurant, attentive without hovering, and the pacing of the meal felt natural from start to finish. This is the kind of place that feels intentional. Not just good food, but a full experience that actually holds together. Easy to come back to, especially for something worth celebrating.

Really interesting place inside the hotel zero degrees.. check out the lobby before or after…read moredinner.. so, the ambiance was on point.. as you walk in (being seated immediately upon showing up for our reservation) it's like venturing into a forest with a babbling brook out the window (we got a great seat near the window).. service was great..dedicated staff for cocktails, water (they offer complimentary sparkling), bread (nice focaccia w olive oil) and server to take your order.. the food was delicious..appetizer we had arancini (mushroom).. great.. my wife had English pea ravioli w sage butter sauce (any ravioli I'm Sure will be great) .. I had squid ink pasta w shrimp (large and perfectly cooked) and clams (mostly perfect but a couple were sandy) in a red sauce (very tasty).. this meal was quick.. I mean quick .. so, if you are looking to catch up w anyone, you'll only find out what they did yesterday .. it worked for us (kids, dog at home) and we went for ice cream afterwards

I don't understand.. Years ago, they made an excellent bolognese.. Fast forward to 4 years later it…read moreit was completely different and not at all good...... I feel badly giving such a poor review-- I'll give it benefit of the doubt that it was just a VERY off day ?? The tartufo dessert though was delicious!

The visit was a five star visit, but I don't want to give a full five stars until I've been to a…read morerestaurant two or more times. We stopped here on our journey home for lunch. My three kids and myself. The gentleman that greeted us was extremely friendly and very welcoming. My eight year old son and two year old daughter shared the mussels which they absolutely loved, my five year old just got plain pasta which was cooked perfectly, and I got the veal martini I think it was called. That was delicious and exactly what I was in the mood for. The broccoli and carrots that were on my dish were also cooked where they were still With texture. My daughter ate half my broccoli on me. Then we got the chocolate mousse cake to share which was delicious and I got a double espresso to help me on the rest of our journey home. Next time we pass through we will stop here again.

We love this little Italian coffee spot! The cappuccinos are sooo good -- creamy, smooth, and…read moreperfectly made every time. The pastries are just as amazing (seriously, don't skip them). The staff is super friendly and welcoming, and the whole place has such a cozy, relaxed vibe. There's both indoor and outdoor seating, which makes it great whether you're grabbing coffee to-go or hanging out for a bit. It's quickly becoming one of our favorite spots for weekend coffee dates.

A new discovery for me right here in Norwalk. Though this place has been around d for over four…read moreyears I somehow never stumbled on it. This is an Italian Cafe as much as an Italian could be. With staff who speak Italian, customers who talk in Italian, Italian songs on the radio and all things Italian on display. The only exception was the tea that I ordered which was English, oh well!! We ordered a bunch of stuff including the Nutella Muffin, Peach Cornette and a Postachio Bomboline. All were excellent, but I would definitely highlight the muffin which just melted in the mouth. The place has a decent collection of Italian groceries including jams, oil, pasta, cookies and drinks, so plenty to chose from. Loved this place and would be frequenting it in the future

I've only ever had dessert from Romanacci and that was always a good experience, so we decided to…read moregrab dinner before an event. I was so disappointed in the quality of the food. I understand that this restaurant is the casual restaurant between the two (Osteria), but casual does not mean low quality. Everything tasted like it was made a day before and reheated. Nothing tasted as though it was from scratch. I was honestly so puzzled by this because the restaurant itself is stunning, ideal, really beautiful. I don't write this to bash the place, but instead to ask for management to please do some quality control in the kitchen. Check the freezers and get rid of any microwaves. Raise the standard.

My mom and I stopped in for a quick lunch at Romanacci's Norwalk location, and it was exactly what…read morewe were looking for! The food was delivered quickly to our table, and we were in and out within an hour. We really enjoyed our pizza, pasta, and apps, and everything was fresh. I also loved how the restaurant was decorated for Christmas!

Consistently fine old-school Italian cooking with service to match, making Pasquale's our favorite…read moreItalian restaurant in Norwalk. The burrata Osteria and Caesar salad entrees were flavorful and enough for two persons apiece. For entrees, our group enjoyed veal Osso Bucco, veal Sicilian, chicken Marsala, chicken martini and, veal piccata and chicken cardinale. All very good, with three people having enough for leftovers. There are plenty of gluten-free options, though not the bread for the table. Excellent service.

We have been here several times in the past. This was the, by far the best. We were seated at a…read moregreat table for having a conversation. We started with a Caesar salad which was split by the kitchen. I had the shrimp and scallop francese special. It was delicious. The portion was plentiful and tasty. My husband had the salmon which was perfectly prepared and he savored. The Arturo was a perfect, light dessert. The cappuccino was excellent. The staff is very helpful. The noise was under control. The atmosphere is very pleasant.

The staff is welcoming and friendly!!! The coffee is simply…read moreamazing. If you have never tried drinking coffee in its natural state (no milk, cream or sweetener) please get them on the side and try this coffee . You will not regret it. The lattes are delicious as well. All of the pastries and the pizza offerings are well prepared and tasty. Ok - just go and enjoy and let me know if you agree.

Delicious pizza! It's nice to know that I can go for just a slice. Good atmosphere and the workers…read moreare very friendly.

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

Highly recommended by a friend. Attractive space, inviting menu. Ordered Duck Ragu with Bigoli,…read moreclassic Venetian dish with shredded duck legs, carrots, onion, celery, garlic, tomato, white wine. Not here. Ground duck that tasted more like ground turkey. No discernable carrots, celery, wine, tomato. Just seemed like ground meet fried in lots of oil mixed with the pasta, as bland as you could possibly make this delicious dish.

How have we not been here before?…read more They treat you like family, the service is excellent. The food is delicious. Our crew had: Eggplant rollatini - to share. Delish. Could have been a dinner Chicken parm - hubby said it was very very good Swordfish special with risotto - loved jt Chicken Milanese - omg so delish. Served with fresh seasonal veggies. So filling - couldn't eat it all So delish, I forgot to take pics.

This unassuming spot is definitely a hidden gem for Italian food in Norwalk! From the moment we…read morewalked in, we felt like family with our server, Michele. She was so kind and walked us through some of the best menu items since she knew it was our first time. It's clear that there's a lot of regulars that dine here and it's easy to see why. The food came out quickly, and everything was excellent! The ribs were cooked perfectly, and the pumpkin ravioli was a nice special for the fall. They told us they recently put pizza back on their menu, and we were glad they did because the lasagna pizza was fantastic! Generous portions all made with fresh ingredients. We're so glad to know about this place and will be recommending it to others!

I'm not giving it 5 stars, my work friend from years ago is. Yes, that is how long it has taken me…read moreto try this restaurant. I'm reviewing a place for the first time I've never actually stepped into. In hopes of finding good Italian food since I miss my Mom's. I kid you not, every time I call I am told they are 'closed for a private party', or they have been booked and can't get in and even on the private party days, no takeout and so I keep trying but never get an answer lately! Because I have given up on Italian food in Fairfield County and this place is my last hope. So if Mike's reads this, please tell me the best possible night to get into your restaurant? I am told your tiramisu is to die for. Well, I don't want to die, but I would like to try it before I do? Thanks.

Wonderful food, beautiful place, owner very nice. So that's the trifecta for a great restaurant!read more