Stumbled upon this place after an event downtown. A couple was on their way out and told us how great the food and service was so why not that dragged me in. Upon entry we were greeted by the host. I let him know we will be sitting at the bar as the intention was to get drinks only. My surprise the menu looked pretty good so we got apps. My sister got chicken flatbread and I got the crab cakes the couple Mentioned outside. They did not disappoint food was good. For drinks we had a Hugo sprintz and an espresso martini. Both made very well. The bartender was very friendly and went above and beyond for the customers. Will be back for a proper dinner. read more

Delicious Italian food with generous portions and great flavor. The pasta was excellent, and the service was warm and attentive. Would happily return! read more

Phenomenal meal I had with a group of 10 here! Really great food and the service was exceptional! Will be back! read more

Stumbled upon this place after an event downtown. A couple was on their way out and told us how great the food and service was so why not that dragged me in. Upon entry we were greeted by the host. I let him know we will be sitting at the bar as the intention was to get drinks only. My surprise the menu looked pretty good so we got apps. My sister got chicken flatbread and I got the crab cakes the couple Mentioned outside. They did not disappoint food was good. For drinks we had a Hugo sprintz and an espresso martini. Both made very well. The bartender was very friendly and went above and beyond for the customers. Will be back for a proper dinner. read more

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Fantastic Italian food- the pesto sauce on the gnocchi . Service was fast and friendly- even busy with the theater crowd! read more

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A quick lunch stop in the heart of Hartford led me to Salute. From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel genuinely welcome. They weren't just friendly--they seemed truly grateful for my business, and that kind of hospitality goes a long way. My waitress talked me into ordering a mocktail, which was definitely not on my radar when I sat down. I'm glad she did. It was refreshing, flavorful, and honestly made me wonder why I haven't been seeking out mocktails more often. I kicked things off with the garlic cheesy bread. I mean... how can you go wrong? Thick, chewy bread loaded with garlic and plenty of melty cheese. It was everything I wanted it to be. My only warning: if you're dining solo, don't underestimate how filling it is--especially if you're planning to tackle one of their massive pasta dishes afterward. For my entrée, I ordered the Rose: four-cheese tortellini with sausage, mushrooms, and spinach in a tomato cream sauce. This dish absolutely hits all the right notes. Light and not at all overwhelming, but packed with flavor, and loaded with ingredients in every bite. And when they say generous portions, they mean it. This bowl is enormous. Walking out, there wasn't a single doubt in my mind--I made the right choice coming to Salute. Great hospitality, excellent food, and portions that'll make sure you're not leaving hungry. If you're in Hartford and craving Italian, this is a place that's well worth the visit. read more

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Came on the fly as part of 14,000 mile 48 state foodie road trip en route to a pizza tour of New Haven. Stopped mid-day en route to explore city and came across an afternoon happy hour that included sweet potato ravioli in a sage crema which ended up being one of my favorite bites of the trip. The owner/manager working behind the bar was super friendly and passionate about their menu. Offered me bread to try but declined knowing what was next on my itinerary. This is the first place I'd go back to next time in Hartford! read more

Salute - Insta: @mmmashterchef Sweet Potato Ravioli - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

You can't go wrong here! I've never had a dish I didn't like. I decided to go with calamari, linguine and meatballs (Salutes Sunday Dinner), and a Sauvignon blanc at the bar. The sauce was amazing. I'm actually thinking of running out for a quick bite since I miss it already!! But I also heard the shrimp piccata is fantastic and I haven't tried that yet. Hmmm... choices... read more

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If you want to be blown away by service and food, you should come to this place! I was in town with several employees for a convention and we ended up deciding to eat here for dinner and I'm forever grateful that I did! We got there early had a few drinks at the bar and then was finally seated at our table. I am very big about small details, when they gave each one of our employees, their dinner, they called them by name. The crazy part was I never gave them their names. They had to have went on my companies website and looked at our meet the team page. Every one of our employees was shocked by this, that level of detail showed in the food they served also the food was just perfect! On our trip to Connecticut and back, we had several meals and all paled in comparison to our dinner at Salute! read more

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The staff was so kind to me as a single lady on a business trip. They greeted me warmly and offered specialties to try. The Caesar salad was great Ava the rose tortellini dish was very tasty. It was piping hot which was great, but the tortellinis were a little too soft. The atmosphere was great and I would definitely return to try the chicken Parmesan or vodka pasta! Get some biscotti and coffee for dessert.. so good? read more

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Went to Salute on a Friday night without a reservation and were pleasantly surprised to get a table for five within five minutes. That said, it was clearly busy, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation on peak nights--we got lucky. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our waiters were very friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Portions are generous. The cheesy bread appetizer is a must-order--warm and perfect for sharing I ordered the cod and salmon, and both were absolutely delicious, cooked well and full of flavor. The wine selection is also strong, with plenty of good options to pair with the meal. Overall, a great Italian spot with great food, service, and atmosphere. I would happily go back. read more

Salute - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Spent a friend's birthday here and had a solid experience. We also went after a basketball game, so definitely recommend having a reservation on busier days in Hartford. The pasta was delicious and portions were very generous, enough for leftovers for sure. I would definitely return if I'm looking for Italian food in the area. The servers were also very kind and relatively quick, acknowledging our birthday celebration which made the experience feel more personal. The only thing I was a bit disappointed with was the fact that we were sitting about a foot from a sliding door, a small oversight that made a big difference in the winter! read more

Salute - pesto gnocchi - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

My 95 year old mother, my brother, who requires a walker to get around and myself had lunch today at Salute. From before we entered the restaurant we were warmly greeted and assisted. Someone held the door open for us and others made sure to clear the pathway for my brother. The owner, Jimmie, showed us to our table. After he sat my mother down, he asked her for her name and told her if she needed anything, just raise her hand and he would take care of it for her. He made a point to get each of our names as he greeted us. As always the wait staff were very attentive & professional and the food amazing. After we finished Jimmie asked us if we wanted dessert. My mother order a limoncello cake and my brother a hot chocolate lava cake. My brother realized he couldn't finish it and decided he would take it home to his wife. When we told Jimmie that, he indicated the lava cake didn't travel well because of the ice cream. He told my brother and I to finish it and my brother could pick out another dessert for his wife, who by now Jimmie knew her name, and he would pay for it. Then he asked me if I had a wife and told me to pick out a dessert for her, that he would also pay for. Jimmie and his staff made my day. I was in a good mood high for the rest of the day. I shared this story w/ my wife and three other siblings. We are all planning on visiting Salute. You can't beat the customer focus. Jimmie thank you for an amazing experience. Alan Garvey read more

Food was fantastic! Our server Hallie was amazing. Great service! Would absolutely recommend! Great place. Love to come back again.... read more

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Great authentic Italian good. We had the Garlic bread, Rose Pasta, Dinner Caesar Salad, Chicken Gnocchi and Meatballs. Everything was so fresh and good! An added bonus was the bag of biscotti when leaving. read more

Salute - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

This place was incredible! My son found this on the way from New Haven to Hartford. Calamari, pesto chicken gnocchi, chicken Parmesan and their special Mac and cheese was all excellent! Great flavor! Huge portions! Fair prices. Wish we had one of these in Fresno. read more

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Food was amazing and service was better! Not local to the area but when I come back will definitely be coming back!

Came here for a date night and was impressed (as always) with the service and food. I'd visited a few times before, but this time was extra special because of how accommodating our host was. I had forgotten to ask for gluten-free pasta with my dish and realized as soon as the plate was served to me. I was planning on just saving the dish for my partner to eat for leftovers and then ordering a gluten-free version, but the waiter said it was no problem and got me a gluten-free version with no issues. I was very happy that they were willing to be so accommodating, even though it was my silly mistake to forget to ask! I got the penne a la vodka with shrimp and it was delicious and creamy. This is an easy restaurant to return to because it never disappoints and the menu is extensive and accommodating for most sensitivities. read more

We told them we had a concert to get to (up the street) so they sat us quickly. Recommended a few plates that were quicker to make and the food was amazing! Drinks were great also. This isn't Olive Garden. The price is very reasonable for the quality of the experience! read more

Salute - My wife's birthday dinner was amazing! - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Consistently great food, friendly service and just a fantastic place for dinner or drinks. We've ordered catering from Salute, and the food is always delicious, hot and packaged well. One of, if not the best, restaurant in Hartford. read more

A classic staple in Hartford. The owners used to own Hot Tomatoes back in the day IKYKY and have taken some of their recipes with them. Went on a recent evening after work and check out these happy hour deals! The calamari was crispy and the well seasoned. Of course I had to get the garlic bread and it was just as good as I remember it to be. Great place to go after work for all my Hartford peeps. read more

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I would go here for their sweet potato raviolis alone but very good food otherwise read more

Salute - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

I was staying in downtown Hartford and decided to have dinner at salute, I'm so glad I did. The food was great and the service was even better. Kayden was a fantastic bartender, all of his recommendations were on point. If you find yourself in Hartford treat yourself to a meal at salute! read more

My girlfriend and my trip to Salute for our 2 year anniversary was stellar- from start to finish. I'll get all the basic stuff out of the way first. The food, fantastic. I got the pasta à la vodka with chicken, and my girlfriend got the pesto gnocchi chicken dish. Everything came fast, warm, and fresh- cooked to perfection. We also got the cheese garlic bread as a starter, which was delicious and the perfect size as to not spoil your dinner. Finally, we split an order of the chocolate lava cake which was one of the tastiest desserts I'd ever had. Now, onto the even more impressive details. First things first, calling in, and then changing the time for our reservation was very easy, and the man who picked up the phone seemed very excited to have us coming in to the restaurant. Upon arrival, it was clear the host (Jimmy) was the same person on the phone, as he remembered my name and was immediately incredibly hospitable and friendly. Jimmy asked me and my girlfriend how long we'd been together, and we told him "2 years today!" This at first seemed like typical small talk on the way to the table (which I should mention was arguably the best seat in the house, a table right by the front window in a nice quiet area of the restaurant), but I was quite impressed when the first thing our server, Vincent, said to us a few minutes later was "Happy anniversary." Vincent was very helpful and made sure to circle by our table frequently enough to make sure we had everything we needed, but not to the point where it was unnecessary- perfect!! As you can see in the attached image, our lava cake came with a nice happy anniversary message, and I'd like to remind you that this was all just from us mentioning it to Jimmy, once on our way in. We were treated to some goodies to take home separate from what we ordered, as well as a nice half off discount on the parking lot up the street. And it was to my great surprise and graciousness that when I peeked at the bill, our dessert was missing- based on the service we received, I would be surprised if this was a mistake. In summary, our trip to Salute was nothing short of a 5 star review. Excellent food, clean bathrooms, calm and friendly atmosphere, and I do not understate this when I say that the service was IMPECCABLE. Thank you very much to Jimmy, Vincent, and Salute as a whole for a wonderful evening- we will be back. read more

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Wow wow wow. What an amazing experience at Salute. Stopped here before seeing a show at the theater nearby. Didn't think we would need reservations for a Tuesday evening. Walked in and it was packed! A whole section was closed off for a private event. The host asked us right away if we were seeing a show and sat us in the bar area. We were quickly attended to and orders taken. Good happy hour deals. We all got different drinks and each one was superb. Warm, fresh, crusty bread. The entrees came out so quickly and blazing hot. We couldn't believe the portion sizes. Pasta Al la vodka was great. Pesto chicken gnocchi was delicious. Sister in law has celiac and the staff was very accommodating to make sure she didn't get cross contamination. We were checked on frequently, staff was SO friendly. They quickly packed up our leftovers so we could make it to the show. They even gave us a little dessert for my husband who I said was going to get my leftovers! 10/10 service and food. Can't wait to come again. read more

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Salute is a wonderful Italian restaurant! The creamy pasta was delicious, and the steak was cooked just right. It is a great spot, especially if you can get a table outside on the patio. read more

Had a car issue and was stranded in town waiting for a ride. Stopped into salute and had a great meal. Caden chatted with me at the bar and went out of his way to make me feel welcome. It was nice that in a spot where he knew several regulars by name and drink order to feel right at home. Would recommend to both locals, travelers, and those passing through (or stranded) read more

Great food! Great staff and environment. Easy parking around downtown and great place for a happy hour or dinner.

Such good food and service. Enjoyed 1/2 price bottle of wine on a Tuesday, and they even honored one of their special wines at 1/2 price, The owners are amazing. read more

We had a wonderful tiramisu too. Everything is perfect here. We always return. The service is perfect, it's calm and friendly read more

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A smiling Jimmy greets every patron! I believe he is owner, and that extra gesture is really appreciated. We are also provided with a bag of homemade biscotti when we left. Those touches separate a good restaurant from a great one! The shrimp pasta had spicy sausage and just enough heat. The highlight of the food was the cheesy garlic bread. Do not pass that up! When in downtown Hartford this should be a go to spot before theater. They take note you have a show and make sure to get you out on time. read more

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It's a nice enough place for a quick coffee and a pastry, but I wouldn't rush back for a full meal. The interior design is gorgeous, though prices are a bit steep for the quality read more

Incase you missed the memo this is where you can find amazing hot tomato garlic bread and tortellini rose..., nuff said. Oh and btw - if you attend post show like Hartford stage - show discounts applied. AND you will most likely see cast post show , coool stuff and ask for Betsy. She makes the absolute best Cosmopolitan this side of Manhatten. read more

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Food-10/10 Service- 9/10 Ambiance- 9/10 I would DEF return if I'm in the Hartford area. This establishment made my short trip a wonderful experience. The espresso martini was the perfect way to end a tasty meal. The menu was the definition of short and sweet. The food was tasty ! Try the sun dried tomato butter OMG I haven't had anything like it!!! My only advice is don't sit in an area where you aren't seen. :-) Would def recommend. 2 thumbs up read more

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Erica was our server and she was so fantastic with her recommendations and extra lemons and cherries for our kiddos. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was so nice and welcoming. read more

Salute - Spasta Pesto + Chicken - Italian Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

A quiet, warm Sunday- excellent food and menu choices available for our variety of tastes, And friendly, upbeat service- We will be back! Wonderful! read more

The staff was s accommodating and helped us pick a few dishes that could come out quickly without sacrificing quality. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the cocktails were excellent. Definitely a spot that delivers more than expected for the price!"uper accommodating and helped us pick a few dishes that could come out quickly without sacrificing quality. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful, and the cocktails were excellent. Definitely a spot that delivers more than expected for the price!" read more

Food is always good, staff is friendly, efficient and helpful. Recently, I've had my birthday lunch there with 10 friends

UPPER CLASS = 100% Flavor, Service, Surroundings. NO OTHER MATCH. Try a First date. Ambiance. Romantic.

Salute I came to Salute with work colleagues and we were very happy with our choice! This place has a nice atmosphere, and the wait staff and owners take a lot of pride in their service, which makes for a great dining experience. They had plenty of great Italian menu options as well as salads. Their garlic cheese bread is a great item to start off the meal. The food was outstanding and our party all enjoyed their meals. I had the chicken parmesan, which was a great size and perfectly prepared. They also have a nice wine and cocktail list. I had the basil bourbon smash, which was good although it could have used some larger ice cubes. My only recommendation is to make reservations in advance if there is a UConn game in town! We were lucky they were able to fit us in before the rush. But it was a great experience! read more

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