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    Mike's Ristorante

    4.3 (102 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Closed 12:00 pm - 3:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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    From the complimentary champagne and salad upon arrival to the delicious meals (shrimp and lasagna), everything was amazing. Nino never fails to disappoint. A hidden gem in Norwalk that gives you a taste of Italy.

    Justin O.

    Absolutely hands down THE BEST Italian restaurant in CT, we're talking on par with the best of the best in NY (Rao's, il Mulino, Parkside..). This rare gem has been hidden away since 1969. Nino who took it over from his father is a master. Italian born with a fierce culinary background and global travel. Word to the wise, this is not the place to go and order a chicken parm, my advice, just tell Nino to make what he wants for you.

    Been coming here for several years
    Hank R.

    I've literally been coming here for several years as you can see by one of my old checks dated back to 2014. Been coming a couple years before that also. I'm not going to say I don't know why I haven't left them a review. I know why I haven't done a review nor taken any pictures. It's because Nino (the owner) is always engaging with you taking care of you and your mouth is watering with each & every meal or appetizers that come to the table. So it's always been nomz nomz nomz..... Yummy yummers deliciousness..... Because it is a phenomenal time every time I've come here regardless on which day I've come or who I've come with. Everything & I mean everything has always been absolutely perfect amazing & incredible. Outstanding to say the least. Nino, who is the owner and he also serves you is the epitome of hospitality. Over the top amazing service. Stellar service always. Even when it has been busy. We're always talking and he has you try something new every now and then and his reccomendations have always been spot on. He has even had some type of pasta from Italy that I've never before seen or heard of here in the United States. I can't even remember the name of it. Regardless of what I've eaten here it has been delicious. He's reccomended different wines at times and they've always been great & paired well with our meals. He has also made it through Hurricane Sandy that hit us back in October 2012. He bounced back. He had many cases of wine he wasn't able to get reimbursed from the insurance company from the water levels that washed into the basement & damaged the labels. Nino is always a gracious & stupendous host & server. I can't get it across how outstanding the food is here. It takes me over an hour to get here otherwise I'd be here more often. And it's here in Connecticut. The owner (Nino) has another restaurant that he's partners with his sister. But it's a serious hike to get there. I'm talking a plane ride to get there. It's on the Amalfi coast in Italy. Do yourself a favor. This is not a miss. This is a MUST stop restaurant on your list. You will be thanking me once you've stopped by and eaten here. The prices are a little expensive for some people but the food is WELL WORTH it. It's a pretty epic place. Small tight parking lot on one side of the restaurant. Otherwise street parking which has always been pretty easy. The restaurant is on the smaller size. A small amount of 4 top tables. Think it's about ten or so tables. It's a very cozy, warm and inviting place. You will not be disappointed. You'll be so happy you finally made it here. Mention to Nino that Hank said to stop by and he'll be treating you like family. He'll treat you like family regardless. Who am I kidding. I can't even begin to describe the flavors of how good the food is because I'd be taking up much more space. Try them out and you'll definitely know what I'm trying to convey here. You'll be so happy once you've been here. Mangia !!!!!

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    Greta B.

    Nino runs the best Italian restaurant in the country. Authentic. Amazing. The best service and super food. I LOVE THIS PLACE. If you want a real treat for a special occasion this is the place.

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    Trust the reviews. Mike's Ristorante is the definition of home away from home. Nino is so personable and really cares about you as a customer. He'll go out of his way to give you the best service, he even gave us some Prosecco with our meal. This type of service is beyond average. So kind. As for the food...look at the picture. This was by far the best Chicken Marsala I ever had in CT. If you want authentic Italian- this is your best bet. Will come back. Also, everyone was socially distanced as well.

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    6 months ago

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

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    Ciao Justin, gracie for the great review. See you soon! Nino

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    Mille Grazie Craig for the review! Yes see you soon ~ Nino

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    Thank you Jina!

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    Thank you for the review! Hope to see you again soon! Grazie!

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    Gracie Alexa for the review! We hope to see you soon!

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    Thank you Barbara for the review! We hope to see you soon!

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    Great meal! Fresh pasta, nice ambiance. Nino works to please.

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    Thank you Kevin for the review!

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    Thank you for the review Francis – Nino

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    The food was fantastic, the wine unforgettable and the care in service that Nino provides, second to none.

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