I don't like Valbella at all. I have been here a few times and have never been that impressed. The food is just not that good. If I am going to spend this kind of $$ I go to Polpo or Rebecca's. The last time I ate here I ordered their tuna special- medium rare and there was no pink in it at all and it was dried out. YUCK read more

If you should know one thing about Valbella's, it is that it has the largest wine selection in the area. It is not a wine list but a wine book; in fact they have two - the regular and the reserve. The sommelier's at Valbella's are very well trained and are quite helpful in assisting you in a selection. Prices range from the low (40's) to the VERY high (1000's). If you know one person at Valbella's it is the Maitre'de. He is wonderful. Without him, Valbella's wouldn't be the experience it is. Sure, the food is spot on and the staff is top notch, but we tend to remember how things begin and end and from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave he is there for you like family. If you are in town visiting family take them there. They will love you for it. And, if you are in Manhattan check out Valbella's downtown. I have not eaten there yet, but if it is anything like Valbella Greenwich I am sure it is impeccable. read more

This restaurant was recommended by a business associate so the 5 of us decided to eat dinner here while in Greenwich CT. this week. Valbella is located in the old Greenwich section and getting to it is easy once you determine the entrance of the building. We decided to have a few drinks at the bar first which is on the ground level floor and in the back. The bar is elegant and small but just the right size to feel comfortable right from the start. The ambiance and the lighting level was set just right to project an upscale atmosphere. The dinning areas were spacious and made the restaurant look a lot bigger than it actually is. This restaurant sports a very large wine collection and you can validate that in the wine pricing which I thought was overpriced when compared to the pricing available at restaurants in its class and area. The highlights at our table were the Double Cut Veal and the Chilean Sea Bass. We also had a Lobster and Blue Crab appetizer for all. The veal, although very presentable, was not anything extraordinary and did not have a signature taste. Please note that I am now trying to associate the taste of the dishes with the high pricing. Veal was very good but not the best and it should be the best based on their pricing. The Chilean Sea Bass was spiced right and presented very well. This was the best meal on the table in my opinion. The fish was soft as butter and was floated on a special sauce which was rich in texture and taste. Valbella excels in service and ambiance. The service was impeccable during our entire experience and that began and lasted from the placement of water on the table to the checking out our jackets on the way out. Our car(s) was ready and waiting for us right outside the door upon our exit. Our jackets were ready to be put on as soon as we exited the dining area. Those touches were impressive however expected with restaurants of this class. Valbella clearly has the top notch service to compensate for slightly less than stellar food to match its pricing point for items on the menu. read more

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Overated, underwhelming, sub-sub par cuisine (if you are bold enough to call it that) in an outdated, not very clean, tacky and tasteless environment. The dinnerware was almost as grimy as the tacky carpeting. Certainly not worth a visit and certainly not worth $200 for 2 cocktails and 2 entree's. Avoid the rip off...so many options in the area that are of a much higher quality and standard. read more

It is true - the service is outstanding- prompt, polite, quick, and attentive. Among the best I've experienced. The food is very good... But...not QUITE sure it's worth the VERY high prices. I sensed that it may be because they are looking to attract a very specific clientele. I would say - Go, have fun.. It's an experience...Just be prepared to open your wallet. read more

Valbella - Dinner at valbella courtesy of Cohort 6 - Italian Near Me - Riverside, Connecticut

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One of my favorite restaurant in CT! The food is amazing! The service is superb and the atmosphere is perfect for any occasion!

Not sure what all the hype is about this restaurant. Service was good, beautiful decor despite Covid with plastic bags as chair covers. Food was less than mediocre and definitely not worth the price. Bistecca $60, ordered it medium rare, served medium well. Mushrooms on top of steak overcooked and dry. Grilled pork chop $44 came with sliced potatoes which looked like potato chips that lacked taste. The overall presentation of the food was similar to airplane food. Would not go back to this place, save your money as it's expensive and go elsewhere. Will give one star for service and one for decor. read more

Really great food and atmosphere! Highly recommend the sea bass, truffle pasta and dirty martinis.

Perfect for a special occasion or business dinner. Classy, but not pretentious. Went there for a corporate function, so I have absolutely no idea how much the total bill was [probably very pricey]. During cocktail hour, we were served a multitude of hor d'oeuvres, including the biggest shrimp cocktail I've ever eaten, huge lobster tails (!!), crab cakes, prosciutto wrapped melons, focaccia, and meatballs. All very delish - I could have kept eating, but had to save room for dinner! Do yourself a favor and order the sea bass. Omg, the sea bass filet was massive and thick (twss!) - I'd say well over 12 oz, probably even 16 oz.. Well seasoned and the fish flaked off like butter. I can't even remember what sides came with, all I can think about right now is the fish. Do yourself another favor and order the chocolate soufflé (need to order it beforehand). Warm, goo-ey, but not too rich so you can actually finish the entire thing. Served with a small scoop of vanilla bean ice cream. They say everything is bigger in Texas, but Valbella's is one of the finer Northeast establishments whose Texas-size portions definitely satisfied my appetite. :) read more

Romantic. Sophisticated. Well appointed. On par in every way! Perfect for a date or special occasion/celebration. The service is uber perfecto! My very fave appetizer is the Lobster Cocktail served chilled- divine. Excellent seafood Italian/French dishes, perfectly light gnocchi, velvety sauces, decedent classic desserts, solid wine list- definitely request a tour of the wine cellar. Private parking- valet on wkends. Its nice to get dressed up for a romantic evening & be treated with exceptional attentiveness. Pricey so be prepared but well worth it! read more

The gold standard. Hands down one of my favorite restaurants of all time. A true gem. They have more waiters than customers, so you can imagine the white glove service offered. The food is absolutely incredible. Never had a bad meal. From the absolutely perfect pastas, to the stunning desserts, this is one you must try. Bring your corporate card, bc you pay for what you get. Special occasion kind of place. Side note: Check out the wine cellar of you have the time/means. read more

Amazing intimate atmosphere, wonderful food and a professional staff!! I had the wonderful baked little neck clams that were cooked to perfection, and the filet mignon cooked just the way I like it, well done! This restaurant is perfect for any special occasion. Their seemed to be a few dates, birthdays and other celebratory groups scattered about the restaurant. I will definitely return! read more

Excellent Italian food and fantastic service. I had the veal, always judge an Italian restaurant by their veal and it was delicious. Fresh mozz also excellent... Was also impressed with the wine list, you can do some damage here. Staff are attentive and friendly...will definitely go back. The bar is a little tight...but the dining area is nice and you can also opt to eat downstairs in the wine cellar which is cool - but its a wine cellar and you will not get blackberry or cell service...which can be a good thing I guess. read more

Crazy expensive. VVent here on a date (need to forget vvho the actual date vvas). The service vvas exceptional. The place makes you feel like a princess. (This could perhaps be only because crazy ex-date knevv the vvaiters) My Chilean Sea Bass vvas melt-in-your-mouth outrageously good. So vvas the linguini dish vvith seafood. Excellent sauce served vvith the calamari. Calamari - good but I've had even better elsevvhere. For the cost, this should be the best. Save room for the chocolate souflee dessert. Excellent vvine, of course and romantic atmosphere all lit up vvith small vvhite lights outside. Definitely the perfect place to take your date for a romantic dinner that is highest in quality for the area. read more

Just wow. Went for a business lunch and was completely blown away by the food, the service, the everything. read more

I don't really give five stars to restaurants that often, but Valbella clearly deserves it. Service, ambiance, wine list, and food were AMAZING! I can't wait to come back next time I am in the area. The stuffed fillet wrapped in puff pastry was a brilliant take on a beef Wellington. We had dinner in the cellar. It was very unique and intimate. Beware, it is chilly down there since the wines have to be kept at a certain temperature, but it is worth the experience. So when making the reservation, request the cellar and don't forget to wear a sweater! read more

Valbella - One of the upstairs dining rooms. Large room with French doors and fireplace. - Italian Near Me - Riverside, Connecticut

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The food here is amazing! I ordered the Chilean sea bass, which was perfectly tender. The chocolate souffle is also amazing! The service here was exceptional. My friend actually asked our server why they don't serve gnocchi on the menu, since it's an Italian restaurant. She did it as a joke, but the chef actually prepared a plate of veal gnocchi for us to try, on the house!! Apparently they do have gnocchi, but it's usually a special instead of a permanent menu item. Highly recommend eating in the wine cellar downstairs! It gets a bit chilly, but they have tables next to the fireplace to keep you warm! read more

Valbella - Chilean seabass (lower right), veal gnocchi (middle), fettucine (left) - Italian Near Me - Riverside, Connecticut

Delicious! Our group met up in the little bar for a nice cocktail with a plate of cheese and meats. Cocktails were good. We had reserved a table in the wine cellar which is impressive. All of us enjoyed the food, wine, desserts and coffee. The waitstaff is very attentive and presentation of food is nice. Loved the Chilean bass! Lava cake and soufflé desserts. read more

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A new add to my favorite restaurant list! We had a milestone birthday celebration this past weekend and Valbella came highly recommended and it lived up to its praise. It was an absolute great dining experience. The staff was very attentive and the food was delicious and well presented. Make a reservation in advance and they will take great care of you. I can't wait to go back. read more

This place got two stars partially due to the romantic ambiance. There was a couple at the bar making out on top of each other. The waiter was horrible. The food was okay but nothing I haven't had at a hundred other restaurants. The butter was stale and tasted like it sat in the fridge for weeks. Thanks passive aggressive rude waiter. I won't be coming back, ever. read more

The best place to dine authentic Italian food!!! Highly recommend dining in the wine cellar. The staff are very courteous and hospitality is top class. Try zucchini flowers with brunello for sure with aged cheese. Penne a la vodka is amazing. And the best tiramisu ever eaten. Cheese cake wasn't special and I wouldn't recommend. Costly dining but worth every penny. The plastic covers during Covid times weren't annoying at all as others have written coz once you get lost in the wine and food and ambience it doesn't bother you much. Highly recommend. read more

The food is top notch and the staff is very attentive/ professional. I have been a resident of Greenwich my entire life and believe that there is no better Italian spot around the area. Highly recommend. read more

I went for Valentine's Day this year. I am a real foodie and love good food and service. This place was lousy. The food was so bland and looked like food from a nursing home. I ordered the chicken and shrimp dish. Would never go again. The valet line was so long. Waiting in the cold for 20 minutes made it even worse. To many good options in town to come back here. read more

Expensive!! I'm assuming these are one-word reviews?? No, okay then let me elaborate...EXPENSIVE. Though I'm not one to shy away from a costly meal, I thought Valbella really went balls to the wall, so to speak (what exactly does that phrase mean anyway). The restaurant is beautiful, especially if you dine in the downstairs wine cellar. Tony the manager is extremely energetic and makes you feel right at home. The wine list is SPECTACULAR and will rival any Manhattan restaurant! However, the food is average. For a place charging over $30 for a plate of pasta, I was expecting more. The meat dishes are nice and so are some of the seafood plates, but all in all I give it a 3 rating for food. Not as good as it could be. This place has potential, but does not seal the deal. The menu needs some life injected into it. We must have dined here 10x over the past few years and I think only 3 new items have ever been introduced. The specials are seasonal, but seem to come back every year. Either way - they do succeed with the most important part of the meal and that is dessert. Their chocolate souffle is to die for!! Enjoy, just remember to hit up the good ol' 401k before sitting down. read more

Have been coming here each holiday season to celebrate the year and upcoming holidays and have always been completely satisfied. Amazing chocolate soufflé! read more

Overpriced. average food. Overpriced (yeah said it twice). Don't mind paying for good food. It just isn't here. Much better choices in the area read more

Absurdly priced for Italian food. And yet worth every penny. Your food is always great. You are treated like royalty. And you will go back. I was worried when Tony left for Gabriele's in Greenwich. But that place is terrible. And Valbella didn't skip a beat. Mortgage your house and eat here. It doesn't get better in this area. read more

This is a great restaurant. The service was impeccable. I had shrimp and lobster as appetizers, veal with cannellini as the main course, and tiramisu as dessert. I've left out about four courses, not to mention wonderful wines, and espresso and port at the end. But, you get the idea. I went do dinner with a life-long New Yorker, and this is one his top three restaurants. And, did I mention the service was impeccable? read more

This is an upscale restaurant for people who have never been to one. Although the service is good, the food is mediocre at best. Not worth the prices. The two exclamation points after "Valbella" on the sign should turn any intelligent person off. read more

beautiful free standing old victorian house... great food... nick with lino run the place superbly.. very good food(complimentary stravecchio+sopressata,carpaccio and veal chop valdostana were a+)... killer wine list... dining in the wine room is a treat. read more

Amazing food, wonderful service. From the cold seafood combo appetizer to souffle, the meal is superlative. Great for a special occasion or just a night out. read more

Just enjoyed lunch here w/my beautiful bride. Pleasant professional service combined w/terrific food made for a very enjoyable impromptu lunch for us. I had the sea scallops and she enjoyed the penne a la vodka. My scallops were perfectly cooked and succulent, her penne was delicious as well. Nicely done gentlemen. Thank you. read more

Extremely pricey, but delicious! I had the lobster ravioli and a dessert soufflé, and both were excellent. (And I ate dinner at a table next to Regis Philbin, so... that happened.) read more

If you're in CT and want Italian, there are a lot of other places to go that will be spectacular and not cost as much. If you want a special occassion dinner that will be in a beautiful setting with quality service, and exceptional wine list, this is the place to go. Request a table in the wine cellar. It is the go-to restaurant for many top brass execs in the area. read more

Great place for a special occasion. Service is top notch. If you can eat in the cellar by the fire.

Great for sharing special occassion dinners...not a bad meal on the menu....favorite dishes Sea Bass and Fillet and Cajun lobster tail; favorite dessert Napoleon...great wine list. If you can plan far enough ahead of time ask to eat in the wine cellar. read more

Phenomenal wine list, good food

Valbella is absolutely first rate, I can honestly tell you that every time I come here I am blown away; the food, service, and wine is all outstanding. My #1 favorite thing to get here is the truffle pasta, if you get the chance ask your server for it it is OUTSTANDING. Love this place read more

Excellent food, service and wine! Exceptional! They even carried our favorite wine from a vineyard we visited in Italy. The gnocchi melts in your mouth, highly recommend. The truffle pasta was a special and it was excellent! read more

Celebrated my 4 year anniversary here last night. One word, fabulous. You must sit downstairs in the wine cellar. The vibe was relaxed, quiet and romantic. Our table was right in front of the fireplace- perfection. The salami and parmesan plate is complimentary and is basically appetizer size, large and filling. We had the penne ala vodka, veal special and chocolate soufflé. The vodka sauce was not extremely creamy, which was perfect and the veal was cooked in a lemon sauce and perfect as well. The portions were both split in half and still quite large. We were stuffed and glad we didn't order more. Our waiter was kind and did not rush us at all, he even filled up the wine glass with no charge. Lovely time and we will be back much more. Hopefully in front of that fireplace again. An update on my review because I went back.... Food was incredible again! This time got the costoletta all's capriciosa (basically a veal Milanese). I highly recommend! read more