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First time trying this restaurant and the ambience was great. I really loved the decor and color choices, especially the beautiful turquoise bar counter. My husband and I went to celebrate our wedding anniversary, so we were excited to try it after reading so many good reviews. For appetizers, the fried zucchini blossoms were absolutely delicious, they practically melted in your mouth. My husband ordered the calamari and said it was perfectly cooked and tasted great. The in-house bread was also soft and served hot. I ordered a Tiramisu Martini and wow... it was the BEST! The flavor was different from a regular espresso martini and definitely worth trying. For our main course we ordered the mushroom mafaldine, which unfortunately lacked seasoning and creaminess. It was a bit dry, so we had to ask the waiter for some Italian seasoning and cheese. Service was amazing food arrived quickly.
Absolute gem! We had a fantastic dinner for a group of 6 - we made a reservation expecting it to be absolutely packed but were thankful it was quieter during our visit. The decor is gorgeous especially the holiday / seasonal pieces. Service was outstanding all evening. We shared oysters, fried zucchini, arancini, and beef carpaccio to start, as well as the buffala salad. All were delicious but the fried zucchini are a must! The fruitti di mare pasta was a standout as was the bolognese. The tiramisu martini was also an unexpected treat - essentially a creamier and less-coffee forward espresso martini! Highly recommend and will absolutely return.
I really enjoyed the food here with a few exceptions that must be talked about at first. There is a very strange scent when first walking in that hits you like a ton of bricks and takes a while to get used to. Not sure what that was, but it wasn't pleasant. I'm thinking there might be a plumbing issue, but it should addressed. If it wasn't for everything else, my birthday dinner could have potentially been ruined. Thank god the food and service met expectations. As for the food, I liked the Arancini, however still processing the Brie cheese version. I really like the traditional version with peas and pecorino flavors. Maybe it wasn't what I expected but they disappeared in 4 minutes, so I guess they were pretty good. The Branzino was very good. The "romesco" was not what was expected, but the dish was nicely prepared. There were a couple bones in it that didn't make it out, and that's always an unwelcome surprise, and traditionally an unfortunate part of ordering this fish. The filleting was properly done and the presentation was colorful and inventive. The pasta dish was outstanding. The pasta itself had an amazing semolina flavor, texture and suppleness was perfect. The sauce was delicious with hints of saffron, and the shrimp and calamari was generous and fresh in its texture and cook. The mussels were perfection and sweet, all perfectly sized. Anything larger would have ruined this dish. I think a couple scallops would have made this the perfect dish. But, I will be back for this. Server was attentive, articulate, and friendly, She was very good at understanding when to interrupt, and approached with sensitivity if we were engaged in conversation. I thought she was outstanding. Home run there. The tiramisu was also delicious and authentic. Just the right amount of cream to lady fingers, and the mascarpone was thick and perfectly sweet, but not anywhere near some restaurants that jack up the sugar. I highly recommend it. The decor was modern, well coordinated, and super chic. A cross between Boho and Mid Century Modern. I loved that the pillows and the banquets weren't worn, torn and frayed, and appreciated the well maintained condition of pillows and level of comfort. It's what attracted us to the place. I'm sure we will be back, hopefully we'll try the patio in spring and summer. I hope they're able to address the unfortunate lingering odor. It does affect the dinner if you get there early when the air isn't perfumed with food and people.
My husband and I came here for a weekday date night. We made a reservation for 6:30pm and were sat promptly, even though we arrived around 10 minutes early. Our server was attentive and our water glasses were never empty. The aperativo cocktail was a fun drink, as it came with a mini charcuterie board on it. The actual drink tasted close to a dirty martini. The caprese salad was a wonderful, fresh appetizer. We both enjoyed our pasta dishes. The affogato and tiramisu martini were both delicious to share after dinner.
Delicious meal! Fresh tasting food and service was amazing. The ambience of the restaurant is beautiful! Wonderful for a date night, a netting or a Girls Night. Staff was wonderful and friendly. Highly recommend Vila Mulino! You can't go wrong..
The search is over.... I found it!! My top 1 restaurant in CT. If you like Italian cuisine.. it's well worth a trip. Right from the outside, to the interiors, to the food... I love everything about this place.. it's nothing short of spectacular. Everything I ate was delicious, this was my first time eating Fried Zucchini Blossoms ... they were as delicate, crispy ..the ricotta with the balsamic glaze was perfection with every bite. Another dish that blew my mind was Cacio E Pepe... simple but explosive flavors . The vegetable panini... was the sandwich that stole the spotlight, came with a side of chips (that I could probably eat a whole bag off) and salad. Not to forget the crafted cocktails, I forgot what it's called but it was cucumber + kiwi + mint... you can have it made as a mocktail too. Was absolutely magical!! I would highly recommend you give this place a try!!
I had my birthday dinner at Villa Mulino and booked the silo for me and my friends! The entire restaurant is gorgeous. Their bar is lit so well and was packed the entire night. I started with the Caesar salad and got cacio e pepe with steak for dinner. Their caesar dressing is so fresh and while that may not be for everyone, I loved it! It's a decent size as well, one of my friends had it for her entree. The pasta was delicious but I would've preferred a bit more black pepper. Their cocktails are amazing! This was a martini themed dinner so a bunch were coming to the table and being passed around to drink. I will say, I didn't like the aperitivo even though it was beautifully crafted. I prefer sweeter cocktails whereas this one, understandably, wasn't. This spot is definitely worth the visit and getting cute for! A special thank you to the staff who were trying to help me get the perfect bday pic lol.
Villa Mulino is located in Riverdale Farms, in Avon. It looks a bit unassuming from the outside, but it looks pretty upscale from the inside. From the brightly lit interior, to the plush seats, these are just some of the ways Villa Mulino will show their class. At the bar area, they had a TV screen showing the UCONN Women's Basketball take home the Championship title. I'm mentioning this, because part of our party wanted to stay home to watch the game. Well they were pretty happy that Villa Mulino had the game on, and the end result is making all of Connecticut beam with pride. They also had some happy Italian music setting the scene. For my cocktail, I got the Bilancia. This is a very tasty bourbon based, peach infused cocktail. It came with a tiny paper plane clipped to the glass! I got the burrata as my appetizer. This was light and fresh. It came with colorful beets, oranges, pomegranate and some greens. The burrata was super fresh, I could see myself returning to Villa Mulino to have it as lunch sometime. For my meal I got the Shrimp Flatbread. This flatbread was as thin as a cracker, but layered with a ton of mozzarella, a nice amount of shrimp and cherry tomatoes. The star of the show was the Tuna Tartare, that I wished I ordered my self. This was tiny cubes of fresh tuna, in a dome shape, topped with avocado. If you like tuna, this is it, it is super fresh, light and filling. For the dessert we concluded with a chocolate mousse pistachio cake. We also got a creme brûlée with cranberries on the side. The chocolate cake was very small, but super creamy, with a hard outer chocolate layer, and some crunchy pistachios throughout. The cream brûlée was a classic choice, however the cranberries were totally unnecessary. We had a lovely time at Villa Mulino. This is a classy upscale, Italian establishment that is sure to impress.
Villa Mulino is a wonderful dining experience! The owner and his staff are always extremely attentive to patrons needs and exceed expectations! The restaurant is masterfully and beautifully designed in a soft luxe decor that mimics the elegance of the cuisine, it is truly a unique and refreshing place!! The food and bar drink choices are truly excellent!! The Beef Carpaccio and Espresso Martinis are insanely amazing!!! Absolutely our favorite place! Great Job Villa!!!!
Bravo Villa Mulino!! We had a fantastic dining experience at Villa Mulino. Kudos to my fellow elite yelpers from the Hartford, Connecticut area, for your thorough and insight reviews. When we landed at Hartford airport, I immediately jumped on yelp to find food, and to my surprise, I found this gem as we were on our way to another restaurant-but gps worked wonders, and we made a seamless detour to Villa Mulino. The ambiance is 100%...it reminds me of the cute vibey places in Washington DC, specifically in Adams Morgan and Georgetown areas. There's plenty of natural light, plush seating, gold accents, and beautiful natural colors and palette. Whoever designed the scheme of this restaurant did a fantastic job! And the food was ahhhhmazing!!! Probably some of the best Italian food Ive had outside of Italy. I read a few previous reviews stating that the food was subpar, but I give a serious side-eye to those reviews. The Frutti di Mare was so tasteful! We slurped up the remaining sauce with the fresh table bread. It was that good!! The branzino, salmon, and halibut were all cooked to perfection, and were all served with the perfect texture and flavors accompaniments. And their daily special menu included a dessert cream cheese mousse topped with a forest fruit jam served on a graham cracker crust..**chef's kiss** And our amazing server, as well as the staff, were all attentive and courteous!! Ive already told my family in Massachusetts to make the short trek to the scenic Avon, CT area and try out this gorgeous vibey establishment. Highly recommend!
Staff here is incredible. All smiles, all willing to go above and beyond to make the evening special. We had a large party of about 14 and they handled everything so professionally and never forgot a single item or delayed in tending to our needs. Perfection. The ambiance is beautiful as well. It's dark and moody but also bright and inviting. Hard to explain but it just works! Classic vibes with modern touches. The separate seating areas are stunning. Drinks and food were also very good. Prices are higher as you'd expect for the area but I feel like you do get pretty good value for what you're paying. Overall very happy with our night here. Would recommend it for a special dinner or celebration.
checked out Villa Mulino with my husband for the first time this past week to celebrate our anniversary. 5 stars for the adorable interior! Really nice ambiance. We were going to sit outside but when we arrived realized the plaza it's in was not ideal space with several daycares all around it you could hear kids screaming and crying right off their patio. Also, overlooks parking lots so we decided to dine in. The only complaint was we were seated right near a table of 6 that were seated so close to our table for 2 that I couldn't even get into my seat due to one from that party pushed way out. I wish tables were set a bit further apart. I'm very surprised the host sat us next to that large party knowing we were there the two of us for an anniversary when their were other more private tables available that night. I wish I had spoken up for another seat. The food and drinks had some hits and some misses. We started with 3 apps: arancini (a bit bland tasting and dry. Not good reheated leftover at all. Three out), the ricotta stuffed squash blossoms were my fave of the apps but also lacked some flavor and could've been seasoned better. I won't judge the octopus app because it is not my cup of tea and was my husbands. My meal was the short ribs and I was disappointed as they were a bit fatty for My taste. I kept having to cut off grisle. I liked my Italian Job drink. Very pretty. But the second drink with coconut cream based foam curdled in the juicy drink part after a bit. I don't think the creamy foam worked on there due to the curdling. The chocolate mouse cake for dessert was yummy. Not sure if we'd be back because not a stand out for food. Meals all looked very pretty but just okay. The decor was the best part.
"Don Quixote had his windmills Ponce De Leon took his cruise Took Sinbad seven voyages To see that it was all a ruse That's why I'm looking for the next best thing" (Warren Zevon) After long time Avon landmark Toshi closed, I was wondering what next best thing would take over that unique building with the silo? Well, that question was decisively answered at today's lunch date when we paid our first visit to Villa Mulino. The thing that struck us as we walked through their door was how incredibly beautiful the restaurant is. Gone is the old Toshi interior and sushi bar. A Parisienne designer was involved in the redesign, and frankly the use of colors is stunning - with orange splashes on the walls and furniture and some subtle touches in the way the green napkins match the green accented decoration around the bar. An Instagram worthy interior can be found everywhere you look. We went into their lunch menu, and both selected a panini served with house made chips and a House Salad of Arugula, Romaine, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, and Balsamic dressing. My Hanger Steak Panini ($16) featured Broccoli Rabe, Caramelized Onion, Mozzarella, and Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli on a toasted baguette with a very generous portion of tender steak. My wife's Prosciutto Di Parma Panini ($14) included Sliced Mozzarella, Arugula, Whole Grain Mustard, and quite a bit of lean high-quality Prosciutto on a toasted baguette. The sandwiches were simply fantastic! I loved my steak panini -everything about it excelled from the lean steak to the sauteed onions and tender broccoli rabe to the tomato dressing, and to the perfectly toasted bread. Our server Njomza was professional, courteous, and quite a delight. We really enjoyed talking to her, and she shared her pride in the restaurant by giving us a tour of the big dining room and talking about some of the artwork on display. I want to compliment the restaurant on their choice of background music -a blend of easy listening/soft rock versions of gorgeous female vocalists reworking tunes by Tina Turner, Adele, Roberta Flack, Phil Collins, Elton John, the Temps, Leonard Cohen, Whitney Houston, and Kate Bush. The volume was low enough for us to have a conversation, but loud enough to appreciate the songs. It was cold and rainy outside, so we both ordered a coffee to warm us up, and that turned out to be the only off-note in our visit. The Lavazza coffees were delicious, but they were $4 apiece, and so were the refills. I cannot remember the last time I was charged for a coffee refill, but Njomza said it was policy, so we reluctantly paid $16 for our four cups. Had we known in advance, I sure would have sipped my first coffee slower. But I am not letting that misstep detract from a five-star review, because we fell in love with Villa Mullino's food, decor, and sexy vibe. It instantly jumped onto our short list of special restaurants that we'll look forward to patronizing with family and friends.
I had been holding onto a gift card to Villa Mulino for almost a year and a half and finally had the opportunity to give it a chance. First impressions, is that the restaurant is absolutely beautiful. One of the prettiest restaurants I've ever been in. We chose to sit at the bar and immediately enjoyed some tasty cocktails. We ordered two appetizers as specials, zucchini blossoms and risotto balls. Both were so fresh and delicious. For the main dish, we shared a classic Bolognese pasta dish. Also super delicious. No room for dessert this time around, but we will certainly be back. In addition, they have a cool private room which doubles as a wine cellar kind of display area. Would be a great area for a special event or birthday dinner. read more
15 days ago
6 months ago
This restaurant is tucked away, but once you step inside it feels polished and thoughtfully designed. The warm, almost beachy architecture still fits the New England setting. I started with a cocktail topped with a mini charcuterie board, which was a fun touch. We ordered the tuna tartare to start. The portion was generous and the tuna tasted very fresh, especially with the mashed avocado on top. For my entree, I had the frutti di mare. The flavors were great, but I wish the sauce were a bit thicker since it settled at the bottom and left the noodles a little bare. Service was excellent and we never felt rushed. My fiancé ordered the espresso martini with cold foam to finish. I am not usually a fan of espresso martinis, but this one was impressive. The cold foam and chocolate-covered espresso beans stood out. Looking forward to coming back in the summer to try the patio. read more
First time trying this restaurant and the ambience was great. I really loved the decor and color choices, especially the beautiful turquoise bar counter. My husband and I went to celebrate our wedding anniversary, so we were excited to try it after reading so many good reviews. For appetizers, the fried zucchini blossoms were absolutely delicious, they practically melted in your mouth. My husband ordered the calamari and said it was perfectly cooked and tasted great. The in-house bread was also soft and served hot. I ordered a Tiramisu Martini and wow... it was the BEST! The flavor was different from a regular espresso martini and definitely worth trying. For our main course we ordered the mushroom mafaldine, which unfortunately lacked seasoning and creaminess. It was a bit dry, so we had to ask the waiter for some Italian seasoning and cheese. Service was amazing food arrived quickly. read more
Absolute gem! We had a fantastic dinner for a group of 6 - we made a reservation expecting it to be absolutely packed but were thankful it was quieter during our visit. The decor is gorgeous especially the holiday / seasonal pieces. Service was outstanding all evening. We shared oysters, fried zucchini, arancini, and beef carpaccio to start, as well as the buffala salad. All were delicious but the fried zucchini are a must! The fruitti di mare pasta was a standout as was the bolognese. The tiramisu martini was also an unexpected treat - essentially a creamier and less-coffee forward espresso martini! Highly recommend and will absolutely return. read more
I really enjoyed the food here with a few exceptions that must be talked about at first. There is a very strange scent when first walking in that hits you like a ton of bricks and takes a while to get used to. Not sure what that was, but it wasn't pleasant. I'm thinking there might be a plumbing issue, but it should addressed. If it wasn't for everything else, my birthday dinner could have potentially been ruined. Thank god the food and service met expectations. As for the food, I liked the Arancini, however still processing the Brie cheese version. I really like the traditional version with peas and pecorino flavors. Maybe it wasn't what I expected but they disappeared in 4 minutes, so I guess they were pretty good. The Branzino was very good. The "romesco" was not what was expected, but the dish was nicely prepared. There were a couple bones in it that didn't make it out, and that's always an unwelcome surprise, and traditionally an unfortunate part of ordering this fish. The filleting was properly done and the presentation was colorful and inventive. The pasta dish was outstanding. The pasta itself had an amazing semolina flavor, texture and suppleness was perfect. The sauce was delicious with hints of saffron, and the shrimp and calamari was generous and fresh in its texture and cook. The mussels were perfection and sweet, all perfectly sized. Anything larger would have ruined this dish. I think a couple scallops would have made this the perfect dish. But, I will be back for this. Server was attentive, articulate, and friendly, She was very good at understanding when to interrupt, and approached with sensitivity if we were engaged in conversation. I thought she was outstanding. Home run there. The tiramisu was also delicious and authentic. Just the right amount of cream to lady fingers, and the mascarpone was thick and perfectly sweet, but not anywhere near some restaurants that jack up the sugar. I highly recommend it. The decor was modern, well coordinated, and super chic. A cross between Boho and Mid Century Modern. I loved that the pillows and the banquets weren't worn, torn and frayed, and appreciated the well maintained condition of pillows and level of comfort. It's what attracted us to the place. I'm sure we will be back, hopefully we'll try the patio in spring and summer. I hope they're able to address the unfortunate lingering odor. It does affect the dinner if you get there early when the air isn't perfumed with food and people. read more
3 months ago
My husband and I came here for a weekday date night. We made a reservation for 6:30pm and were sat promptly, even though we arrived around 10 minutes early. Our server was attentive and our water glasses were never empty. The aperativo cocktail was a fun drink, as it came with a mini charcuterie board on it. The actual drink tasted close to a dirty martini. The caprese salad was a wonderful, fresh appetizer. We both enjoyed our pasta dishes. The affogato and tiramisu martini were both delicious to share after dinner. read more
Delicious meal! Fresh tasting food and service was amazing. The ambience of the restaurant is beautiful! Wonderful for a date night, a netting or a Girls Night. Staff was wonderful and friendly. Highly recommend Vila Mulino! You can't go wrong.. read more
1 year ago
The search is over.... I found it!! My top 1 restaurant in CT. If you like Italian cuisine.. it's well worth a trip. Right from the outside, to the interiors, to the food... I love everything about this place.. it's nothing short of spectacular. Everything I ate was delicious, this was my first time eating Fried Zucchini Blossoms ... they were as delicate, crispy ..the ricotta with the balsamic glaze was perfection with every bite. Another dish that blew my mind was Cacio E Pepe... simple but explosive flavors . The vegetable panini... was the sandwich that stole the spotlight, came with a side of chips (that I could probably eat a whole bag off) and salad. Not to forget the crafted cocktails, I forgot what it's called but it was cucumber + kiwi + mint... you can have it made as a mocktail too. Was absolutely magical!! I would highly recommend you give this place a try!! read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
I had my birthday dinner at Villa Mulino and booked the silo for me and my friends! The entire restaurant is gorgeous. Their bar is lit so well and was packed the entire night. I started with the Caesar salad and got cacio e pepe with steak for dinner. Their caesar dressing is so fresh and while that may not be for everyone, I loved it! It's a decent size as well, one of my friends had it for her entree. The pasta was delicious but I would've preferred a bit more black pepper. Their cocktails are amazing! This was a martini themed dinner so a bunch were coming to the table and being passed around to drink. I will say, I didn't like the aperitivo even though it was beautifully crafted. I prefer sweeter cocktails whereas this one, understandably, wasn't. This spot is definitely worth the visit and getting cute for! A special thank you to the staff who were trying to help me get the perfect bday pic lol. read more
3 months ago
Villa Mulino is located in Riverdale Farms, in Avon. It looks a bit unassuming from the outside, but it looks pretty upscale from the inside. From the brightly lit interior, to the plush seats, these are just some of the ways Villa Mulino will show their class. At the bar area, they had a TV screen showing the UCONN Women's Basketball take home the Championship title. I'm mentioning this, because part of our party wanted to stay home to watch the game. Well they were pretty happy that Villa Mulino had the game on, and the end result is making all of Connecticut beam with pride. They also had some happy Italian music setting the scene. For my cocktail, I got the Bilancia. This is a very tasty bourbon based, peach infused cocktail. It came with a tiny paper plane clipped to the glass! I got the burrata as my appetizer. This was light and fresh. It came with colorful beets, oranges, pomegranate and some greens. The burrata was super fresh, I could see myself returning to Villa Mulino to have it as lunch sometime. For my meal I got the Shrimp Flatbread. This flatbread was as thin as a cracker, but layered with a ton of mozzarella, a nice amount of shrimp and cherry tomatoes. The star of the show was the Tuna Tartare, that I wished I ordered my self. This was tiny cubes of fresh tuna, in a dome shape, topped with avocado. If you like tuna, this is it, it is super fresh, light and filling. For the dessert we concluded with a chocolate mousse pistachio cake. We also got a creme brûlée with cranberries on the side. The chocolate cake was very small, but super creamy, with a hard outer chocolate layer, and some crunchy pistachios throughout. The cream brûlée was a classic choice, however the cranberries were totally unnecessary. We had a lovely time at Villa Mulino. This is a classy upscale, Italian establishment that is sure to impress. read more
4 months ago
4 months ago
Villa Mulino is a wonderful dining experience! The owner and his staff are always extremely attentive to patrons needs and exceed expectations! The restaurant is masterfully and beautifully designed in a soft luxe decor that mimics the elegance of the cuisine, it is truly a unique and refreshing place!! The food and bar drink choices are truly excellent!! The Beef Carpaccio and Espresso Martinis are insanely amazing!!! Absolutely our favorite place! Great Job Villa!!!! read more
Bravo Villa Mulino!! We had a fantastic dining experience at Villa Mulino. Kudos to my fellow elite yelpers from the Hartford, Connecticut area, for your thorough and insight reviews. When we landed at Hartford airport, I immediately jumped on yelp to find food, and to my surprise, I found this gem as we were on our way to another restaurant-but gps worked wonders, and we made a seamless detour to Villa Mulino. The ambiance is 100%...it reminds me of the cute vibey places in Washington DC, specifically in Adams Morgan and Georgetown areas. There's plenty of natural light, plush seating, gold accents, and beautiful natural colors and palette. Whoever designed the scheme of this restaurant did a fantastic job! And the food was ahhhhmazing!!! Probably some of the best Italian food Ive had outside of Italy. I read a few previous reviews stating that the food was subpar, but I give a serious side-eye to those reviews. The Frutti di Mare was so tasteful! We slurped up the remaining sauce with the fresh table bread. It was that good!! The branzino, salmon, and halibut were all cooked to perfection, and were all served with the perfect texture and flavors accompaniments. And their daily special menu included a dessert cream cheese mousse topped with a forest fruit jam served on a graham cracker crust..**chef's kiss** And our amazing server, as well as the staff, were all attentive and courteous!! Ive already told my family in Massachusetts to make the short trek to the scenic Avon, CT area and try out this gorgeous vibey establishment. Highly recommend! read more
2 years ago
Staff here is incredible. All smiles, all willing to go above and beyond to make the evening special. We had a large party of about 14 and they handled everything so professionally and never forgot a single item or delayed in tending to our needs. Perfection. The ambiance is beautiful as well. It's dark and moody but also bright and inviting. Hard to explain but it just works! Classic vibes with modern touches. The separate seating areas are stunning. Drinks and food were also very good. Prices are higher as you'd expect for the area but I feel like you do get pretty good value for what you're paying. Overall very happy with our night here. Would recommend it for a special dinner or celebration. read more
1 year ago
checked out Villa Mulino with my husband for the first time this past week to celebrate our anniversary. 5 stars for the adorable interior! Really nice ambiance. We were going to sit outside but when we arrived realized the plaza it's in was not ideal space with several daycares all around it you could hear kids screaming and crying right off their patio. Also, overlooks parking lots so we decided to dine in. The only complaint was we were seated right near a table of 6 that were seated so close to our table for 2 that I couldn't even get into my seat due to one from that party pushed way out. I wish tables were set a bit further apart. I'm very surprised the host sat us next to that large party knowing we were there the two of us for an anniversary when their were other more private tables available that night. I wish I had spoken up for another seat. The food and drinks had some hits and some misses. We started with 3 apps: arancini (a bit bland tasting and dry. Not good reheated leftover at all. Three out), the ricotta stuffed squash blossoms were my fave of the apps but also lacked some flavor and could've been seasoned better. I won't judge the octopus app because it is not my cup of tea and was my husbands. My meal was the short ribs and I was disappointed as they were a bit fatty for My taste. I kept having to cut off grisle. I liked my Italian Job drink. Very pretty. But the second drink with coconut cream based foam curdled in the juicy drink part after a bit. I don't think the creamy foam worked on there due to the curdling. The chocolate mouse cake for dessert was yummy. Not sure if we'd be back because not a stand out for food. Meals all looked very pretty but just okay. The decor was the best part. read more
"Don Quixote had his windmills Ponce De Leon took his cruise Took Sinbad seven voyages To see that it was all a ruse That's why I'm looking for the next best thing" (Warren Zevon) After long time Avon landmark Toshi closed, I was wondering what next best thing would take over that unique building with the silo? Well, that question was decisively answered at today's lunch date when we paid our first visit to Villa Mulino. The thing that struck us as we walked through their door was how incredibly beautiful the restaurant is. Gone is the old Toshi interior and sushi bar. A Parisienne designer was involved in the redesign, and frankly the use of colors is stunning - with orange splashes on the walls and furniture and some subtle touches in the way the green napkins match the green accented decoration around the bar. An Instagram worthy interior can be found everywhere you look. We went into their lunch menu, and both selected a panini served with house made chips and a House Salad of Arugula, Romaine, Cherry Tomato, Cucumber, and Balsamic dressing. My Hanger Steak Panini ($16) featured Broccoli Rabe, Caramelized Onion, Mozzarella, and Sun-Dried Tomato Aioli on a toasted baguette with a very generous portion of tender steak. My wife's Prosciutto Di Parma Panini ($14) included Sliced Mozzarella, Arugula, Whole Grain Mustard, and quite a bit of lean high-quality Prosciutto on a toasted baguette. The sandwiches were simply fantastic! I loved my steak panini -everything about it excelled from the lean steak to the sauteed onions and tender broccoli rabe to the tomato dressing, and to the perfectly toasted bread. Our server Njomza was professional, courteous, and quite a delight. We really enjoyed talking to her, and she shared her pride in the restaurant by giving us a tour of the big dining room and talking about some of the artwork on display. I want to compliment the restaurant on their choice of background music -a blend of easy listening/soft rock versions of gorgeous female vocalists reworking tunes by Tina Turner, Adele, Roberta Flack, Phil Collins, Elton John, the Temps, Leonard Cohen, Whitney Houston, and Kate Bush. The volume was low enough for us to have a conversation, but loud enough to appreciate the songs. It was cold and rainy outside, so we both ordered a coffee to warm us up, and that turned out to be the only off-note in our visit. The Lavazza coffees were delicious, but they were $4 apiece, and so were the refills. I cannot remember the last time I was charged for a coffee refill, but Njomza said it was policy, so we reluctantly paid $16 for our four cups. Had we known in advance, I sure would have sipped my first coffee slower. But I am not letting that misstep detract from a five-star review, because we fell in love with Villa Mullino's food, decor, and sexy vibe. It instantly jumped onto our short list of special restaurants that we'll look forward to patronizing with family and friends. read more
1 year ago
Worth every penny. The quality is unbelievable! Amazing food, such a beautiful restaurant/bar area and our service was impeccable. I can't wait to return. read more
3 months ago
Brand new modern Italian place in the old Toshi. It looks nothing like the former restaurant in this space in both style and substance. We were warmly greeted and despite being new the service was first rate. We got seated in a side room that was lovely and cozy. Felt very VIP and quieter than the dining rooms. Overall we loved the food though it should be said they are still working things out. Big hits for apps are the mussels and the tuna tartare. For main dishes we really loved the chicken Milanese special (which should be a full time hit), the salmon with risotto and the branzino (which is a whole fish!). The cacio y pepe was overly peppery but they remade the dish and it's a testament to their owners they came over to make sure it was ok. In a place that just opened its to be expected and I want to shoutout the pasta itself which was homemade and excellent. Overall, a big hit in a crowded market and they're on the right track. Can't wait to see what's in store for them. read more
2 years ago
How pretty is this modern decor. So comfortable and inviting. The bar is beautiful, all the seats are so comfortable. Don't forget to check out the bathroom. So beautiful. A lot of time was taken to develop the special cocktails. They have about a dozen to choose from. I had the Italian Job which is a michters single barrel rye, amareno, blood orange, blood orange amareno. Delicious. My friend had the CONFINE DI THIRA kerel one botanical cucumber & mint, st. germain, kiwi, cucumber, citrus. So delicious and beautiful. I started with the zucchini blossoms which is the zucchini flowers stuffed with ricotta cheese lightly fried. One of my favorites. We had fresh oysters with a delicious mignonette sauce. I had the mushroom truffle pasta. Wild Mushrooms, Truffle, Garlic, Parmigiano Cream. Perfect. CHICKEN MILANESE was served with Fingerling Potato, Arugula Salad, Shaved Fennel, Parmigiano Reggiano, Cherry Tomato, Lemon Vinaigrette. Very moist. SALMON ALLA SICILIANA Heirloom Carrot, Fingerling Potato, Cherry Tomato, Baby Spinach, Caper Lemon Beurre. Perfectly cooked. Moist and satisfying. For dessert we had to try everything since the food was so good. Chocolate mouse, gelato, crème brûlée and tiramisu. All very good. Our server Lauren was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and attentive. Great beautiful ambiance with wonderful food and a caring environment. read more
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9 months ago
Stopped in without a reservation on a Sunday night and had no problem getting seated. We asked for a quiet table and we were well accommodated. The halibut was fantastic, as were the specialty cocktails. Service was attentive and friendly. We never felt rushed. read more
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Went to Villa Mulina with friend for the first time last night. Sat at the bar & received excellent service from George & Jackie. Drinks were well made, balanced, and smooth. For an appetizer had the calamari, the best I've had. My friend had the FRUTTI DI MARE and I had the SALMON ALLA SICILIANA. Both were excellent. Highly recommend this restaurant. read more
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2 years ago
Villa Mulino has not missed any detail in its opening of its modern Italian restaurant in Riverdale Farms. Conveniently located off Route 20 in Avon, Villa Mulino's decor is velvet chairs and walls graced with sconces. Small and intimate and great for romantic dates. We started with the fried calamari appetizer. This appetizer was my favorite. Sauce is arrabbiata and a perfect complement to the fried calamari. An extra addition is the zucchini. My main was an 8 oz. filet mignon served on a bed of wild mushrooms, mashed potatoes and beets. Unusual but delicious. My husband opted for the fruitti de mare which consisted of homemade linguini, shrimp, calamari and mussels. Fantastic choice. This was our first time here and we will be back. I do wish they had a specials menu that offers a traditional Italian option. Old world Italian is hard to find. Our waiter Austin was stellar. Kudos! read more
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Villa Mulino is the new hot spot in Avon. This aesthetically pleasing restaurant drew me in passing by. It is a trendy addition to its plaza. It is a very chic, modern looking building inside but with an updated barn style view outdoors and a beautiful patio dining area with palm trees to entice you on a summer day. We started off dining on the patio with drinks and appetizers. We enjoyed the colorful cocktails of "Viola" and the "Italian job." The classic calamari fritti and the La Bufala salad were both delish and good variety to start with. Unfortunately, after the appetizers and cocktails, the mosquitoes came out and disturbed our lovely ambiance, so we asked the waiter to switch to indoor dining for our dinner. He was so accommodating and pleasant and really went above and beyond to make sure we were happy with our dining experience. As we nestled into our new cozy couch seating, we indulged into our main courses. We ordered the Verde Campanelle, the Salmon alla Siciliana, and my favorite, the Chicken Milanese. A always you got to save the best for last, so we ended the night with a tiramisu martini and the espresso martini with foam! My God, they were yummy. Overall, it was a great evening! read more
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136 Simsbury Rd
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Avon, CT 06001
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