We had the pleasure of dinning at La Foresta this past weekend, Francesco and Cassandra were…read morewelcoming and attentive. The food was outstanding and service top notch. A great shoreline destination.

Prices were very high but the food was mediocre. The avocado salad was mushy and tasteless. Our…read moreserver was excellent.

A while ago, my wife and I had a positive experience at River Tavern. That experience has endured…read morein our minds through a number of less positive experiences. After a recent disappointing experience at RT with my son and father, I have to accept that the the initial positive experience may be the exception and not the rule. RT is located in Chester Center, which is a top CT town. Top tier location. The restaurant is cute, but cramped. After we were seated, a while passed before we saw our server. We were ready to order for 10 minutes and she still hadn't checked in with us. I told another employee that we wanted to see our server. She shook her head and we waited another 5 minutes. We finally were able to order. Then people who arrived after us, and ordered after us, received food first. Multiple tables. Through multiple service issues, there was no recognition from the employees about the issues. Our primary server asked how things were going when she first checked in with us. I told her the truth. And she didn't seem like she cared. She was apparently hoping that I would just say "good". The food was mixed. My son and I split a burger and an order of chilaquiles. The chilaquiles was good. The burger was medium rare rather than the medium we asked for. The burger was underseasoned. It may not have been seasoned at all. The bottom part of the bun was cut at a weird angle. As the juices flowed from the burger, it soaked the short side of the burger bun so that it was unusable. My Dad said his salad featuring peaches and nuts, barely had any peaches or nuts. I'm unlikely to eat at River Tavern again anytime soon. 2.5 Stars

One my favorite spots of 2026! I wish yelp would allow…read morefractions of stars as i would rate this 4.75. Beautiful dining space tucked behind a street front bar entrance. Contemporary wood paneled room with a window wall overlooking the river below. Expertly made martinis followed by watermelon beet and feta salad; and wild mushrooms with Parmesan bread crumbs, mint, fried rosemary and whipped ricotta. Both were very tasty expressions of the season. Our table raved over the tagliarini with a local beef, pork and veg ragu and a shellfish version with a spicy puttanesca. The menu changes regularly to highlight the best of the season and local producers. Sometimes it's nice to eat delicious food with no blasting music, at reasonable prices (app/salads: $12-16, most entrees high 20's to $36) just hanging with happy well fed adults enjoying conversation. It would have been 5 stars but for the forgetting of complimentary bread service until we asked for it during the entrees. The bread was mediocre and chewy. Our primary waitperson sort of disappeared for a bit. An evening special of soba noodles with julienne vegetables was really just a bowl of noodles with little evidence of any veggies. Regardless, I've recommended to about 10 people already today and I'll keep doing so!!

We just had the best N H style pizza at Vero Cucino last night since we moved to Middle sex county…read more10 years ago. Our server, Kimberly, was excellent and friendly. Comfortable seating with AC! We finally found our "pizza place." They really do cook home style and good food.

This was my first time ordering from Vero Cucino Rústico. Ordered the 12" Meatball Sub for takeout…read more It was a huge portion!! Enough for two to share!! It was very good, although it could have used more sauce and cheese. I would probably order again.

Went for an early dinner and brought my cousin for the first time . She loved the delicious garlic…read moreknots. I had salad and eggplantl rollatimi and she had the meatball grinder . All very good . The staff was very nice and very cozy inside.. enjoy Chris M

We had a light dinner here on a weeknight. There's a nice parking lot in front of the restaurant…read moreand we were warmly greeted, and seated at a nice big booth upon entry. A complimentary small dish of olives and a small bowl of buttery garlic bread were delicious! Had a late lunch so I wasn't too hungry. Ordered the arugula salad with the added protein of chicken. Inexpensive and delicious dinner of only $13! The chicken breast was flattened and grilled. It was juicy and tender. Everything on the menu looks pretty good so I'll have to come back and try other dishes when I'm back in the area.

One of the best meals I've ever eaten in my entire life! If I could give 10 stars I would! The…read moreservice was a 10, the ambiance a 10, the food a 10. This place is an absolute must try!

The positives first.. we all ordered the $39 specials which come with a first course of beet…read moresalad.. delicious or minestrone soup.. adequate, a main meal of chicken piccata or pasta in a tomato bacon sauce. The pasta dish was tastier than the chicken. My husband said the potatoes were very good but the chicken could have had more flavor. The highlights were the fabulous bread and the vanilla gelato. Somehow even though I was sure I had reserved our table it was not secured , but the woman I assume was the manager found us a spot. We told her we had a show and assumed she would pass that info to our waitress. We ended up getting nervous when a lot of time passed and we still had not received our entree. We mentioned we had a show to our waitress who replied,"you could've started with that! " in a very condescending tone. Obviously we had , but apparently the message had never been relayed to her. We did enjoy our meal but that reaction put a damper on our evening.

I had been to Esca in the past, but this was my first time in a while, so I was excited to return…read more We were seated upstairs overlooking the restaurant, which gave the space a nice atmosphere and made for an enjoyable setting. At the start of the meal, we asked for sparkling water, and the waitress specifically told the busboy not to bring still water as well. Personally, I think it can actually be nice to have both on the table, but it was not a major issue. For an appetizer, we ordered the octopus, which unfortunately was the low point of the meal. It was extremely chewy, almost difficult to chew, and probably should have been sent back. The scallops for the main course were much better and redeemed the experience considerably. They were cooked properly with a pleasant texture and served over a decent risotto base with a flavorful sauce drizzled on top of the scallops that complemented the dish nicely. For dessert, I had gelato, two scoops of chocolate and one vanilla, and both flavors were excellent. Very rich and one of the better parts of the meal. Service overall was solid. One person in my party did not like being referred to as "dear" by the waitress, though I personally did not mind it. She was nice and seemed to really know the menu well. Overall, this was probably closer to a three-star experience based on this visit because of the disappointing appetizer. However, I know the restaurant has been better in the past, so I am giving it four stars and would still consider returning.

There's metered street parking and a few nearby lots, but nothing directly attached to the…read morerestaurant. I went early on a Friday night and it wasn't too busy, which made for a really nice experience. The interior is beautiful, with a mix of seating options bar seating, window seats, and two separate dining areas on different levels that give it a unique vibe. We were greeted right away when we walked in, and our drinks came out quickly. We ordered two appetizers: the octopus and the eggplant chips. I didn't personally try the octopus, but my dining partner said it was amazing, especially paired with the couscous. The eggplant chips were really good. For my main, I had the braised short rib. It was good and very rich and beefy, but I do think it could have used a bit more flavor. I also ordered a wine flight, which I really enjoyed. I got to try the burger as well, and it was delicious. The parmesan truffle fries were also a standout--definitely worth ordering. Overall, a great atmosphere, solid food, and a nice spot for a relaxed night out.

Wonderful ambiance with welcoming staff. Hidden gem and suggest sitting on the patio!…read more Calamari is incredibly tender, and I enjoyed the chicken piccata and penne vodka. My party enjoyed martinis, aperol spritz and the gentleman fig cocktails.

Literally a joke. Couldn't handle our rez of 12 made well in advance. First offered to serve us…read morefamily style $30 each with 6 total items. Then took away 2 of the items but left the price the same. On day-of, service was non-existent. We ended up each paying $30 for hard penne and one piece of chicken. Server had an attitude all night, even though she negotiated our rez.

I would give more stars if possible. Classy, linen tablecloths, napkins, and an extensive menu at…read morereasonable prices. The garlic knots are delicious! The salad is no longer included but for seven dollars you get a large salad to share with your guest, separate plates. The waiters are knowledgable and friendly. The accomodate any changes and do so with a smile.The tiramisu is so great you will want to save room. Portions are enough to bring home for next meal. The eggplant is exceptional! The menu is varied and has something for everyone, the wild mushroom ravioli is unique and so worth it. Try Fiores, you will be coming back as everyone we have introduced. Sadly they are closed Mondays,so enjoy any of the other days! Again the wait staff in fantastic and so are the chefs!!!!!

The food was great- had chicken with vodka sauce. It had papardelle noodles underneath it. The…read moregarlic knot rolls were yummy. I had the worst service from the 2 young girls there. They were busy on their cell phones and talking another language loudly which was not appropriate when you are working. They never asked how my meal was, didn't offer me dessert. I was quite disappointed. The staff here was never like that.