The food and the service were both excellent. The staff were very attentive and friendly. The food was very good, we all enjoyed our meals. Prices are in line with the other restaurants in the area. The venue has high ceilings and it can be a little noisy if it's a busy time. read more

Matto is one of our favorite places to meet after work, but tonight was a big disappointment... The food was great- as always- and the wine was perfect. But the atmosphere was awful. The hostess seated us at a high top table in the bar, and as we got to the table there was a group of of 6 men right next to the table. We asked the hostess to ask them to move, but she did not. They were kind of loud, and so close that we really could not enjoy our meal. We left without ordering desert... We'll have to think about whether we want to go back. read more

As part of my job I have vendors that want to take me out. When it's dinner after work I usually pick Matto. I have yet to be disappointed.The place always seems busy. Its so nicely decorated and is very impresive. For tonight's meal it was two Halibut specials and they were delicious. Its my rule of thumb that if there's fresh fish as a special, go for it and I was rewarded with a perfectly cooked piece of fish. They also had an amazing cake. Take an Italian Rainbow Cookie and turn it into a cake! It was great! And Billy G took great care of us! read more

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What a fun experience! A few girlfriends and I got together to enjoy a meal together, which happened to be on a Tuesday. Tuesdays are "Ladies' Night," featuring a $27 prix fixe menu, which was a great deal compared to the price point of 1 entree. With the ladies night special we were able to select an appetizer entree cocktail and dessert, great deal right?! I hope stays on the menu because we are definitely planning on coming back. The restaurant was beautifully decorated, neat and tidy with ornate embelishments and the staff was very welcoming! Our server, Jay, was exceptionally attentive and answered all of our questions about items on the menu, and also shared his recommendations based on what we were looking for. All four of us ended up ordering the short rib; however, we did try different appetizers, including the fig and goat cheese bruschetta, fried meatballs, roasted Brussels sprouts, and fried calamari. The serving of bruschetta was definitely a small bite, mainly because I shared it with my friends, but that appetizer alone is enough for me to come by sooner than later. I loved the combination of sweet and savory on a crisp slice of baguette! The Brussels sprouts were delicious as well, but a little too much honey for my taste. The short rib, seasonal vegetables, and mashed potatoes were enjoyable as well. I had envisioned these short ribs braised in a more caramelized wine sauce; however, it was a tomato-based sauce, so that was my only complaint. Still, it was very tender and delicious nonetheless. For dessert, selections of sorbet, gelato, or tiramisu fit the bill. I opted for the tiramisu, which disappeared very quickly. Looking forward to coming back and exploring more of the menu, maybe for ladies' night again this week! read more

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We felt like Italian for lunch and this beautiful wine bar was nearby. The menu is expansive with an array of fantastic options, but perhaps that's a slight downfall in flavor. The presentation or the food was nice, and the food itself was flavorful, but I do feel like there's a few small details that can be improved. The Caprese was tasty, but the mozzarella and tomatoes are cut far too thin to be considered authentic. My Brussels sprout salad came with a risotto cake on top that was perfectly cooked. The salad was good, but I would have enjoyed far less craisins and grana padano cheese rather than Parmesan to give it a bit more flavor. The eggplant Parmesan has a fairly thick breading on it but overall is tasty. If I was in the area, I'd try it again, but I don't think I'd go out of my way. read more

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As a fan of Molto, I was extremely disappointed by their other restaurant, Matto. The vegetables in both my salad and pasta didn't appear or taste fresh. I wouldn't be surprised if the pasta veggies were frozen. That's how awful they were! The ambiance is pretty, but I can't say anything positive about my pasta primavera or salad. The drinks were just meh, which is a huge no no for a wine bar! The service was also below average. Such a disappointment! read more

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Was surprised by my family with a birthday celebration!! We booked a 2.30 reservation hoping to enjoy a late brunch, since the menu says brunch is until 3, but enjoyed the food nonetheless, service and atmosphere! The short rib Mac and cheese was amazing, the mozzarella sticks perfection and my lobster ravioli were definitely my faves! Great martini espresso too!! read more

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This was my first time here and I really enjoyed myself! Two of my friends and I came here to celebrate my friend. Camryn was our server and she was very nice, checked in on us frequently (not in an overbearing way), I actually gave her two options of apps I wanted I told her to surprise me! The food was good I really enjoyed the Brussel sprouts and the short rib risotto! I tried the filet tips I honestly wasn't a big fan. The margarita was a little too sweet but overall it was a good experience and I would come back and try other options. The decor inside is really cute too! read more

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Food was delicious, we got a few appetizers, a pizza, and entrees. Wine was good, did not have room for dessert. Service was friendly and attentive. Atmosphere was pretty loud, but lively. The bar seems to be very popular. read more

Food is always delicious. Went back during a power outage last week and the staff was very accommodating letting us charge our phones and hang out for drinks after dessert. My wife and I love this place. read more

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A great lunch spot for a salad and an app! There was plenty of seating and our waitress was fantastic. They have amazing staff no matter what day or time we come. We sat at the booth by the bar and kept it light with salads and arancini. The Caesar salad was great but the steak tasted extremely charred. It was perfectly cooked and so tender but it was hard to finish when it tasted like charcoal. read more

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I rarely leave bad reviews but wow. Food was not good. I ordered chicken Marsala instead of veal, which I appreciate them accommodating for me...but the chicken was SO overcooked it was as dry as a bone. Hard to chew. We started with two apps: eggplant stack and fried artichokes. The eggplant was good, but the artichokes were all batter...so fried that you could barely taste any artichoke. For my entree I ordered chicken Marsala instead of veal, which I appreciate them accommodating for me...but the chicken was SO overcooked it was as dry as a bone. Hard to chew, almost inedible. The service was so inattentive and rude. It was hard to get service or ask for anything as all the servers were talking with their backs turn to the tables at the end of the bar. Our server did not smile and seemed incredibly annoyed to even take care of us. He did not check on once during our meal. Safe to say I'll never be going here again...it's a beautiful interior and the bar is gorgeous. It's probably good to sit there for drinks but I would definitely only recommend drinks. read more

Matto Wine Bar is a lovely Italian restaurant located on Bridgeport Avenue in Shelton! I went there for lunch with friends. Everyone loved the fancy decor (specially the red scooter at the entrance) and the elegant look of the interior. It's done in a very good taste. We started with "Matto" (Limoncello, Bombay Dry Gin, Elderflower Liqueur, Rosemary Simple) for drinks. It was very refreshing and everyone loved it. The bread with olive oil, served at the beginning was warm and fresh. For lunch we ordered Fried meatballs, Shrimp and grits, Roasted salmon and Branzino oreganata. Everything was simply delicious! We talked and we ate and we enjoyed ourselves! We were there for a long time! No one rushed us. We ended the delicious meal with chocolate cake and cappuccino. I am definitely going back to try more of their delicious food!! They have outdoor seating with ample of parking. read more

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Came here for a late lunch for Mother's Day. Place was packed and chaotic in the front. The decor and ambiance of this place as well as the service was A+. The food here on the other hand was awful. The fried mozz and bread was good. Fried calamari over cooked or old oil. I ordered the spicy shrimp and the shrimp were good, but let me tell you how much garlic was on the spinach.... And I love garlic. It was soooo much it made the rest of the dish inedible. My mom ordered veal and said it was tough and like pot roast. My fiancé and Dad ordered pizzas and said they tasted like frozen pizza crust. The only person in my party who liked their meal was my fiancés mother who liked her chicken dish. I don't think we will ever come back. read more

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Food was better then EVER! 10/10 from the appetizers (fried meatballs, burrata, and seafood salad) to the entrees (pork chop and fettuccine scarpariello) and finally the espresso and chocolate martini. Service was great and the manager bought us a round of drinks since we had somewhat of a long wait. However, definitely worth the wait. Can't wait to visit again. read more

Tuesday is Ladies Night! We tried the Grand Fixe menu which includes an appetizer, main course, a dessert and a drink for $27. Great deal and the food was delicious. The fettuccine scarparpiello was delicious, it's not a very heavy dish which was great. The chicken francese is also very tasty although a tad bit too lemony. Ambiance is nice, open kitchen area, nice lighting & cool red tiles on the wall of the bar. Great service. Perfect for happy hour or ladies night special menu. read more

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Small portions, inattentive service, minimal culinary skill. Inside decor and lighting are neat but music is a bit too loud for the dining room acoustics. This was my second and final meal at Matto. Ordered veal parmesan for dinner and the portion was tiny, clearly a lunch portion (based on my previous lunch experience), but server insisted it was as intended. Server offered no consideration-not even some extra bread (would have demonstrated customer service skill and goodwill at no cost to the restaurant)-when I voiced dissatisfaction with the portion size. Was so hungry after meal decided to order dessert-tried pistachio ricotta cake and almond cake. Small portions again for $10 each but tasted good. Learned they do not make the cake on premises and it is purchased from a distributor. Learned that some pasta is purchased fresh/frozen from a local distributor (noted on menu) otherwise is dry boxed. I had falsely assumed the pasta here was made fresh on premises. Service was poor and restaurant was half empty on a Sunday evening. Had to ask for parmesan and was provided the grated cheese jar-no fresh-grated parm (even Olive Garden does that). Never offered to refill my empty water glass the entire meal; finally helped myself to the jug at the serving station while waiting fifteen minutes for slice of cake. Other than the nifty looking chandelier, nothing stands out in the realm of culinary skill, flavor, quality, or service. I got the impression this business employs family-maybe they should call Gordon Ramsey for help. Suggest patrons spend their hard earned money at a legitimate Italian restaurant or cooking at home and avoid Matto. read more

Been going here since they first opened. Ambience and service continues to be excellent. Very disappointed with my entree, Risotto Pescatore. . Huge amount of risotto but skimpy on the shellfish in a bland flavorless white sauce. Very disappointed. On a bright note, other dinner entrees for my guests: penne vodka, chicken Carviofi and lobster Mac & cheese were outstanding. Will return, but won't be ordering the risotto. read more

Every so often you come across an associate that you wish you hired for your own company or perhaps you were; Gia killed it tonight. Confident, hospitable and professional. I was extremely impressed by her demeanor keeping in mind that I am also a woman in the hospitality industry (even though I'm a designer but I work with high end clientele) Dining solo I was people watching and couldn't help but notice her extremely confident energy as she approached every single table (including mine) and advised everyone of the menu details and the specials of the night; i.e. confirming half off wine bottles on Mondays. I was extremely impressed by not only her but by the entire staff and the food. I look forward to visiting again and bringing my entire family with me. Later on when I raved about her on my out, front desk told me she was much younger than me. Way younger....:-/ I wish I looked as confident as she did at her age. Keep it up girl. You're going places. Xx Do try calamari Do try their amazing salads Do try their pasta dishes Do try their amazing wine menu Parking super easy in front read more

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Service was really good. The food tastes great and were pretty big portions. My family and I enjoyed all the options the menu had including the specials. The atmosphere was a good mix of classy yet casual. read more

Had a great first experience at Matto! The restaurant is very big with various seating options for both large parties and dates. Our server suggested several dishes and was very kind and attentive. We decided to take his suggestion and order chicken parm with vodka sauce and a side of cherry peppers. This did not disappoint!! The chicken was tender, the vodka sauce creamy and the addition of peppers was the perfect spice. The cacio e Pepe was also so flavorful and creamy, which is hard to find. I will definitely be back! read more

I stumbled upon this place with a friend recently. Very clean and posh interior and the staff that took my takeout order was very nice. I very much liked my pesto gnocchi; all the flavors worked well with each other and it was a very savory, rich dish. The linguine carbonara was okay, but the addition of mushrooms imo didn't lend well to the flavors that people come to expect from a traditional carbonara. Also, instead of an egg cream, they used dairy cream for the sauce and just put a fried egg on top. The gnocchi was much better. Still, overall this place is pretty good. read more

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Nice and clean restaurant, food is okay. Service is good. Outdoor patio and easy parking read more

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The food here was excellent! Wine selection is also very good. The service was excellent!

The food and ambiance are great. Service was prompt and courteous. Love the sauce and pasta. Wine selection is impeccable. read more

I visited Matto for the first time to try their Sunday brunch! They had some great fall cocktails and tasty choices like the avocado toast, huevos rancheros, brunch pizza, pancakes, and more. The mozzarella sticks were one of the highlights for me! I loved the atmosphere of the restaurant and their gorgeous patio area. I'll definitely be back for lunch/dinner! read more

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What didn't @mattowinebarshelton brunch have? -Fall cocktails? -Amazing mozz sticks? -Biscuits and gravy, and Nutella pancakes? -Mimosas and sangria? All of the food at Matto is absolutely amazing! read more

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Staff was very kind and helpful. Food was great and timing was spaced perfectly. There was no rushing or waiting too long. The manager was also on prepping for a large party and she was very kind and helpful to the staff. read more

We have been regulars and walked into an empty restaurant tonight. We were turned away at the host stand by three hostesses with smirks on their faces as they said reservations would be coming in the next hour and they would need to ask us to leave if a reservation came in. 10+ open tables and to be turned away because guests would arrive in an hour is terrible business. You've lost a regular set of customers now. read more

Fantastic! Got the eggplant app and I can say they ACTUALLY know how to make eggplant the right way. Fried not soggy. The fettuccine de mare entree was also fantastic! 10/10 read more

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My wife and I decided in Matto for a low key anniversary dinner on a Thursday night. We were seated immediately - there were probably only 6 tables when we arrived and not many more when we left. We ordered the Brussels sprout app, my wife had a grilled salmon salad and I ordered a special grilled branzino. My meal was wonderful and my wife also enjoyed hers. The Brussel sprouts didn't really have much flavor. We also ordered the lava cake and pistachio gelato along with cappuccino- all of this was excellent. I would be remiss if I didn't point out how amazing our waitress was! Her name was Sam - she was very much attentive and very polite and pleasant. read more

Ambiance is great, classy. Big bar and high ceilings. Great place for a happy hour or birthday event. Food was good. read more

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Enjoyed our visit to the restaurant. The restaurant has an outdoor dining area which was heated, a bar dining area and a large dining room with very high ceilings. The dining area is so wide open, you can get a great view of everything and everyone. The menu was quite extensive but we decided to go with several small plates which were actually quite substantial. We started off with fried calamari, eggplant torre and lamb chops. At first I thought we did not order enough but I am glad we stopped there because the portions were huge, we were definitely satisfied by the time we finished. The calamari was lightly breaded and was cooked perfectly, served with marinara sauce. The lamb chops were ok, initially we had to send the first order back because the sear on the chops made them inedible but our server gladly got us a new order which were better. The start of the evening was the eggplant torre; we were served an eggplant tower which was so tasty and flavorful. The sauce and cheese made it even better. Although we were quite full, we left a little room for dessert; we went with the tiramisu which was a good choice. read more

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Food was delicious, i had the fettuccine Del Mar, it was fresh and the sauce was creamy and good. The service was top knotch. From the moment you step through the door, you're greeted with an ambiance of elegance and warmth. The service was impeccable, with attentive staff who were knowledgeable about the menu and eager to ensure a memorable dining experience. The atmosphere was relaxed yet refined, making it the perfect setting for a romantic dinner or a gathering with friends. Overall, Matto's exceeded my expectations in every way. From the exquisite food to the impeccable service, it's clear that this restaurant is a cut above the rest. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable dining experience. read more

Matteo's never let's me down. We arrived around 2 pm . To have lunch with my mother. After looking at the menu I my Mom ordered The Veal Marsala. Her dish came with broccoli rabe and potatoes and i orders the Spicy Garlic Shrimp, mine came over a bed of the best garlic spinach I have ever had. There was definitely heat to the dish and was delicious. The service was exceptional and I definitely recommend this place. I guarantee you will not be disappointed. read more

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Don't let the name fool you. Mattto is more than just wine. It's great food and very good service. Atmosphere is nice but not too stuffy. It did get loud on Saturday nights but it is out go to fast spot for time Italian food. The calamari kale salad is to die for. We hosted a luncheon event there on a Saturday and Matt and his team took great care of us. Everyone worked hard to make it simple and care free for our party. read more

Probably picked the wrong night to try this restaurant. Staff was lovely but they were definitely understaffed for tonight. There were 3 very large parties (20) and at least 1 of 10. We ended up sitting in a bar booth. Comfy but not the experience we were looking for. Food was ok. Less authentic than I was looking for and poor presentation. The fresh burrata was delicious, but again presentation was lacking. Specialty drinks were creative and the one I had was delicious. This was definitely worth giving it a second chance read more

I ordered the food thru door dash because I was exhausted from work and didn't feel like cooking or going out and I've never been here before. I am glad I did, it was delicious and the portion size was perfect. I was satisfied with the food, next time I'll head into the restaurant to have dinner to get the 'full experience'. read more

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Server was good. Fast service. Good food. Visited at Lunch time on a Saturday. Veal Osso bocco was very good read more

Great Italian food for the price The veal parmigiana is the best This is my third visit to this establishment read more