The food is questionable. The fried calamari tasted good but when my entree came out the mashed potatoes tasted like rubber gloves. I tasted my friends mashed potatoes and theirs tasted normal so I have no idea what they did to mine when preparing it. It tasted like plastic and rubber gloves. The veal tasted good but they contaminate their food with random stuff. My father finished his water before realizing the reason it tasted so odd was because there was probably soap left in the glass. Don't get poisoned. I feel sick now from their food. Now they're getting only 1 star because someone is trying to harass and threaten me over this review. I went to this location in Monroe Connecticut for Easter and I was at this restaurant location. read more

Flames Restaurant - They try to censor bad reviews by threatening people. - Italian Near Me - Monroe, Connecticut

We were a group of 8 and they sat us in the private room. We ordered appetizers, drinks, entrees and desert. The food was delicious! The service was a good. For some reason they kept having different servers though and when we asked the one guy who kept taking over for something, he said to ask our waiter instead. Maybe our waiter was still being trained, I am not sure. read more

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Stopped in for lunch and I really enjoyed the restaurant. We started off with a Portuguese Chorizo which was served over flaming aguardiente. It was really good. For my entree I had the double cut veal chop which was cooked perfectly. My girlfriend had the caldo verde which she really enjoyed. Our son had the short rib which he loved. The food was really tasty and flavorful. We had excellent service. The wait staff was really good in regard to explaining the menu and giving us suggestions. We will definitely be back to try other items on the menu. read more

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We were in town for a family gathering. This is the place they picked for dinner. The service was good and has a lively atmosphere. We shared quite a few appetizers: Homemade Meatballs, Bang Bang Shrimp,, Eggplant Rollatini, and Roasted Brussels Sprouts. All were excellent. For entrees: Flames Octopus, Chicken Parmigiana, Pork Chop, Rigatoni in Pink (added chicken). Everyone was very satisfied with their choices. read more

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This is my second time here; we came with another couple a few weeks ago and loved it. Had to come back. The food was great, again. I've tasted 6 of the entrées and 6 of the apps and every one of them was very good to great! We ate in a different section from the fist visit and we enjoyed that there was separate areas, not just on large dining area. One of the big things that I like about this place is that the owner combs the dining areas, checking each table and each patron to see that everything is going right and helping out the buss service. Our waitress was professional and on point. The hostess was delightfully friendly and welcoming. read more

We came here for a girls' dinner -- a group of about 10 of us -- and had a lovely time. We were seated in the back room, which was nice and private. My cousin added her own decorations since it was a secret special occasion for her, and the space worked out perfectly for that. The service was solid, and the restaurant itself is very clean -- definitely appreciated that. For my entrée, I ordered the New York Strip Pizzaiola: grilled steak with peppers, onions, mushrooms, and a Barolo wine sauce, served with mashed potatoes. The mashed potatoes were really good, but I wasn't a fan of the Barolo wine sauce -- it just wasn't to my taste. The dish was okay overall, but I'd definitely come back and try something else on the menu. For dessert, I had the crème brûlée -- and it was absolutely delicious! Perfectly creamy with that crisp, caramelized top. A sweet ending to the night. read more

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Updating my review Great service and staff Went with friend during a week day for quick dinner and food and service was awesome We had great drinks at the bar too The mahi was super tender and full of flavor with an amazing citrus salad and avocado on side . The mussels were good but the portion was small and the sauce a bit more sweeter than expected. Continued staple in Monroe ! read more

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Went for my birthday and the drinks were amazing. Tiramisu martini was delicious. Wife had Caesar salad and Lobster Ravioli. I had Veal Florentine and Tartufo for dessert with cappuccino. Service impeccable by everyone. The ambiance is wonderful as we had been there before as the Mexican restaurant. Parking easy and noise level just enough. Will be back read more

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Service was great, food was delicious. The ambiance was warm, cozy, and intimate. The food was delicious -- I had their mushroom ravioli and ate every single bite. I would go back here just for those raviolis. Thanks ! read more

Flames Restaurant - Mushroom ravioli - Italian Near Me - Monroe, Connecticut

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Food is great. Service is great EXCEPT ON WEEKEND NIGHTS WHEN THEY GET TOO BUSY. They have a great menu with a lot of gourmet choices, especially sea food. We hope to go back there soon. read more

Nice place with a cozy atmosphere. Server was prompt though it seemed like she was afraid to i to interrupt our party and overcompensated and doing so. Our food was well made, though I would like the portions to be a little larger at this price point. The homemade lemon cello was phenomenal and I would recommend it if you're interested. read more

We were visiting friends in Danbury and wanted a special place to take them for our last evening together. They had always wanted to try this restaurant, so we decided to go--and we're so glad we did. From the moment we arrived, the owner greeted us warmly and personally showed us to our table. The space struck a perfect balance--spacious yet intimate. He took time to chat with us, asking about the occasion and what we might enjoy. When I asked for his recommendation, he turned it back to us, saying it depended on our own tastes. That was refreshing, and it immediately created a sense of trust. We started with salads and then ordered four different entrées, each one prepared perfectly. Somehow, we made room for dessert, which was just as memorable. After we paid the check, the owner surprised us by gifting two bottles of Sambuca to take home, knowing how much we enjoyed it with our meal. This restaurant is truly a gem, just a short hop from Danbury. Highly recommended! --Mike Ross read more

Food was great, good date night spot! Service was very good and we didn't break the bank there.

This place is 10 out of 10. The food and service were impeccable. They had interesting specials, apps and entrees (we skipped dessert...too full, but I would bet that was great too). Service was friendly and attentive but not too attentive. Everything we had - drinks, wine, apps, entrees were perfectly prepared. This is how it should be but too often isn't at restaurants. Well run, excellent wait staff and chef. Go there! read more

The food and ambiance are wonderful - IF you're one of the "favorites". I had a dinner here with another couple who knew the owner (or manager) well, and he was friendly and very attentive. Tonight I went again with my girlfriends, and the experience was entirely different. The owner/manager waited on us and was rude, unfriendly and impatient. He never smiled and rushed us through our meal, even sending waiters to clear the table while we were still eating. The final straw was we had just finished paying and were finishing our drinks, when standing right next to our table, yelled over us to another couple and said "just one more minute while we clear the table". It was our table he was talking about. How very rude. With so many great restaurants in the area, there's no reason to return here. read more

Overpriced restaurant. Food was good, but I don't think I will return. Feel had the appearance of fine dining, but the quality just didn't match the price. Good place for a work get-together... But but good for family dining. read more

The food was great and the service Was excellent. Food is delicious. Would definitely go back! read more

The Chicken Martini was excellent, and the pasta fagioli was very good. Service was very good.

Very nice local restaurant. The pasta dish was very good and not too heavy. It was a good portion to finish or take a little home. Drinks and coffee were also good. Not too pricey and I would definitely go back. Service was very friendly and a great place for a quiet dinner to catch up with a friend! read more

Flames Restaurant - Perfect way to end the evening! - Italian Near Me - Monroe, Connecticut

We have driven by many times. Stopped in and had a great meal. Everything was done right with healthy portions. We will return again. read more

I went to this restaurant for a private activity with family. The entre options included a range to satisfy a crowd. I ordered a chicken martini and a passion fruit mojito which were both were delicious. Chicken was crispy on the outside and perfectly cooked. It was tender and the white wine sauce complemented very well with the mashed potatoes and spinach sides. It was simply delicious. I am curious to try other options from the menu. The owner himself was working tables,the bar and directing his staff diligently which tells you a lot about the quality and details that are put into service. My daughter ordered the penne vodka pasta and described it as delicious, and wholesome. She said the flavors complimented each other perfectly. Totally recommend this place! read more

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Our dinner was excellent! Michael was very attentive and the food was delicious. The special filet mignon with lobster was well prepared and was an exceptional dish. For desert we had the crème brûlée cheesecake which was one of the best deserts we have had. Highly recommend and will be on our must visit places when we visit Connecticut again. read more

I would have given in a 5 star but the baked clams were horrible. It was fishy and all breadcrumbs no taste. Now the steak which was recommended by my server Kevin was amazing. I will definitely go back. Kevin was attentive and friendly. I loved the ambiance. Can't wait to have the steak again. read more

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My family and I went in a couple of weeks ago based on a recommendation from friends of ours. It's their favorite place and now is ours. It is a new Italian restaurant from experienced owners and does not disappoint. The food was fantastic from the pasta to the meat dishes to the fish. We all had different meals and passed the around to test as they were so good. I'll add the descriptions to pictures that I will attached. Service is 5 stars! We will be returning soon. read more

Flames Restaurant - A perfect Filet Mignon with escarole and mashed potatoes cook perfectly with a bernaise sauce - Italian Near Me - Monroe, Connecticut

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Make a reservation ahead of time! This place was packed without a seat remaining on a Saturday night. However busy, they did not lack in service, they were very attentive to our needs and our server was always there. The owner even made it over to our table and greeted us. The food was yummy. We tried the Portuguese kale soup bc we wanted to compare it to our "homemade Portuguese soup " and we were not disappointed. The soup was creamy with lots of shredded fine cabbage as it should be - perfect. We will definitely be back again. The place is pretty big, but yet has a warmth feeling. Give it a try. read more

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Food is awesome and they handled my small group with care. Really old world style restaurant service.

Was in yesterday Food is great. Food is great. Worth going in for lunch or dinner. Was in yesterday Food is great. Food is great. Worth going in for lunch or dinner. read more

The food was delicious, and the customer service was great! This place has a very nice atmosphere to it as well. My family and I really had a delightful time eating here. We will definitely be coming back here! read more

New place in Monroe. Replaced a tavern of some sorts that in all candor I never went to ENTRANCE - it was a late lunch so not busy but the hostess was pleasant and gave us a booth, please note there are tables with elegant settings with white table cloths. When ur and closer to the bar standard pub and grub tables with. I cloth settings. PARKING - I should mention that this location has parking but in a crunch there may not be availability but I could be wrong here. SERVICE - atypical but the owner was our waiter and he was the best of the best. Actually from Montenegro with great stories. That being said the owner couldn't be any better - not sure an employee could do better. MENU - interesting but not very extensive. Note that if you come for lunch there r a few dishes that have a lunch & dinner option APPETIZERS - I had the grilled octopus that was fabulous a 5 star for me. Wife had the ricotta meat that were good ENTREES - for those interested in gluten free, any pasta can be substituted for gluten-free penne. A nice touch I had the double cut veal chop. Ask for medium as the closer to the bone you get medium rare. For the price the serving size was on the small side. For example at Biagios the double cut was larger for a bit less in price. My wife had the Bronzino which I was told was very good. Overall the entrees scored 3 and a half for me. DESSERTS. - my wife had the lava cake and raved about it. I had a double expresso and the recommendation for black sambucca was a very interesting alternative that the owner made with white sambucca that he doctored and it was great. Also he let me try on the house but don't necessarily expect that PRICES- I would give it a $$$$ given portion sizes etc. read more

Flames Restaurant - Inside view from booth to bar - Italian Near Me - Monroe, Connecticut

We started with salads. I enjoyed the beet salad. We both had the filet mignon tender and tasty. We enjoyed our anniversary meal.

My fiancé and I took some friends to dinner at Flames in Monroe for our second visit. The first time, we had an excellent experience with a friendly and attentive waiter in the bar area, which left such a positive impression that we decided to return and bring friends along. Unfortunately, our second visit was disappointing. This time, we were seated in the larger dining area past the bar and were served by the owner. The experience felt rushed and lacked warmth. When I asked for more time to look over the menu, his response was, "I know you just sat down. I watched when you came in," which felt unnecessarily curt. He also made other passive remarks that added to the discomfort. I initially thought he might be having an off day, but I noticed he was friendly and relaxed with the table next to us. However, his demeanor shifted when he approached our table--he seemed tense and uninterested, despite my attempts to engage him in conversation. It became very obvious that he didn't care for our kind to be at his restaurant. It was disappointing because I had spoken highly of this restaurant to my friends. On the bright side, the food was great, and the other servers were friendly. Despite the poor service, we still tipped generously to make a point. read more

Great food all the time love flame my wife who has celiac always has a fantastic meal they cater to gluten free the chicken martini is the best along with the calamari read more

Been to this location before when it was a bar/grill. Flames has a nice setup going. Tables were perfect down to the proper placing of silverware.... Made you feel like it one of those old NYC places. Service was good, I honestly can't tell you the last time I've had so many different people come to the table to see if we needed anything. All in all the food was good. I wish I had a picture of the meatballs. That was really the only thing our party of 4 didn't like. I'd go back but that is one thing I would not recommend. Drinks... great. The Martinis were excellent also $$$. Apps: minus the Meatballs they were good. Main Course: I had the Filet Mignonette Au Poivre. Very taste and cooked to perfection. One of my friends had the Pappardelle Bolognese, it was ok but seemed a little bland. Deserts: A++ all of us tried something different and all were excellent. Overall a nice experience. We would definitely come back if we were in the area. read more

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I really enjoyed going to eat at the Flame restaurant. The service is great. The ambience is very nice and the food is excellent.

Always perfect food, friendly owners and wait staff! looks great inside as well! Chicken parmesan is my favorite and they have good pasta as well. read more

Great food and atmosphere. We just got back from Italy a few months ago and found this restaurant to fit the mold of a traditional real Italian restaurant. read more

Excellent customer service. Food was delicious and the ambiance was very nice. The owner Mike was very hospitable. Appetizers were Excellent and the carrot cake was delicious. Highly recommend this place for a nice dinner. read more

Food quality / price (value) rating 8.5. The atmosphere is classic Italian, as is the menu. We just stopped in for appetizers. I had the Baked Clams, which were okay, and the wife had the meatballs appetizer, which had a very nice homemade marinara sauce. The service was good, and the prices were reasonable. read more

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I had a charming time dining at Flames; they have a great space and good food. The atmosphere: was really comfortable. They have an ample dining space and bar, which is classic exposed stone. The staff: was kind, and we had a good waiter. He's the definition of your classic old-school waiter. The food: was quite delicious. I had the pasta Fagioli soup and short rib pasta; both were tasty, and my party also enjoyed their meals. Cleanliness: was as expected, no issues. read more

Flames Restaurant - Short Rib Pasta - Italian Near Me - Monroe, Connecticut

It started with dessert- and by that I mean a tiramisu martini that just sounded too good not to order and it was amazing! As was their wine list. The food was perfectly prepared . And if the menu wasn't enough- lots of Italian fare but also decadent sounding steaks and there was even a smidge of Portuguese if you like octopus. If the menu weren't enough on this day not only were the specials plentiful but there were additional off menu specials as well. If you can't find something to satisfy your tastebuds eat at home from now on. I HAD to order dessert bc I was so impressed to this point and that also did not disappoint. Pistachio cheesecake was a special and it was amazing as was the specialty coffee- which was a generous serving. The service - omg! Beyond attentive, they do not rush you and it's like having your own personal service staff. Cozy, tablecloths, great ambiance- but also not snobby. What a great place to gather for date night or with friends. I will def go back! Sounds outrageous right- the pricing was typical of the area though yet feels like it would be so much more! read more