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    Gaetanos

    3.8 (174 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Steak Pasta
    Daniel L.

    It's been a while since I've visited Gaetano's. It won't be long before I return as this was a really delicious dinner! We started our evening in the outdoor dining area as the main dining room is a bit loud and it was a beautiful warm evening with the sun starting to set as we arrived. We salivated over the drinks menu but decided not to imbibe and save our use of calories for later. We started with the Stuffed Mushrooms, which were 5 large mushroom caps stuffed with a meatball like stuffing. They were really yummy and somehow escaped into our bellies before I could get a picture. Whoops. For entrees, we ordered the Pasta Louise (penne with chicken, artichoke hearts, and more n a creamy sauce) and Steak Pasta (penne with thin slices of steak, feta, and a light dressing). Both were delicious. The Pasta Louise is popular for a good reason - it is full of flavor and definitely worth ordering again! The steak pasta was good with a much milder flavor profile. The ingredients for everything tasted fresh. The only disappointment was the bread and butter which was a white scali-style bread with little plastic butter packets; I prefer dipping olive oil and spices with a heartier bread. The service was prompt, personal, and friendly. The main indoor space is a bit loud for my taste, so I will prefer to go again when I know I can sit at one of the pleasant outdoor tables. Of the many Italian restaurants in the area, this has been here for decades with good reason - they have a solid business. Enjoy!

    frute de mare
    Annette F.

    This is one of my friend's favorites and I understand why. We were immediately seated in a very busy restaurant. Nice to hear others enjoying their evening. The waitress was more than accomodating with our picky needs. My friend enjoyed her martinis, my prosecco was fine. My friend chose her scrod dinner served with mashed potatoes and sauteed zucchini. The little taste I had of the lemoncello cake was delicious. I enjoyed a favorite - frute de mare, pasta with loads of seafood.

    Rigatoni Vodka
    Madison N.

    Had a nice early dinner with a girl friend! Parking on the street and in the back, I love that they have the options. We had reservations on OpenTable and was seated quickly. The host was very kind and pointed to the table for us. Us girls funnily had the same exact drink and meal, the server loved it Our server was super sweet and friendly, a local who enjoyed her job! I wish I got her name. We both had the Riesling and Vodka Pasta. Decent wine list and great menu. The vodka pasta had their own twist to it that would not say is normal but it was still very good. The portion was huge, I got two meals out of it! I will for-sure come again for another meal!

    Braised Short Rib, mashed potatoes, asparagus.
    Dee c.

    My husband came here for Mother's Day and he can't stop talking about the chicken Marsala. He loved their sauce and plenty of it. He hates when a restaurant skimps on sauce. He said we have to come again when we are up that way. We live in RI now. I had the short rib w potatoes and veg. Very tender and delish

    Tuscan Ravioli
    Maya M.

    I had the pleasure of visiting Gaetanos for the first time on valentine day 2025. Simple &Classy place. Not overwhelmingly loud or packed which I loved . The service was fast attentive but not overbearing . 10/10 . The bread was yummy , and they have butter and on the table ,-oil ,parm cheese pepper flakes ect . Now for the food...,, I am still thinking about this dish a month later . I got the Tuscan ravioli and it was simply one of the best pasta dishes I've had in my life . The Tuscan consists of "Eggplant, roasted red pepper, black olive, and Romano cheese-filled ravioli in a fresh tomato, basil, and garlic cream sauce." Truly divine... if I didn't live an hour away I seriously would go multiple times a week. The potion was nice and hearty , and it was only 20$... my partner got the same thing as I, and had the same reaction. We ended up spending around 43$ pre tip for a beautiful tasty filling Valentine's Day what could be better than that????? HIGHLY recommend Gaetanos . 10/10 in every aspect .

    Thomas S.

    It was my birthday today, and we thought let's try Gaetanos. Let me start by saying that the food was excellent. However, the service sucked. When we walked in the host was very unfriendly, almost like don't bother me. We got seated, and the next chapter starts. We ordered a couple of Martinis (They were good). To get into the B-Day celebration mood. In less then 5 minutes the waitress came to take our order. We told her that we were in no rush. A few minutes later the bread and butter arrived. My wife and I started to enjoy our Marti nis. Write had beauty taken a few sips and the food arrived. I was expecting to finish our Marinis before the food. Ok. It is my birthday, and I wanted some wine with my meal. I am glad I didn't ordered a bottle. Next thing we know, we have our Martini, the food and the wine. It was clear that the waitress was trying to get us out of there as quickly as possible. We had mentioned that it was my birthday and they brought us the birthday cake and song for me. But we still had our Martinis and wine. We asked if they had Cappuccinos or Maciatos. The waitress said that they just have regular coffee - In an Italian restaurant! Give me a break. The waitress lied, because we got our Capuchinos. We still had our Martinis, wine and now the Capuchinos. We were in and out in less than an hour. They literally pushed us out of there. We should have gone to Angelo's, Escadrille, or Lucia's

    Martini brothers!!!
    Leo M.

    Always great service , food and ambience!! Lots of food!!! Martinis are delicious especially if your name is Martini!!!!!!!

    Steak pasta

    We celebrated my daughter's graduation on Saturday afternoon. I had a reservation for 17. We ordered off the menu, appetizers, drinks and everyone's meal came out within a reasonable amount of time. The food was excellent and this was repeated by everyone who ordered whatever they wanted. I should say that everyone raved about their meal. The waitress, Jaime was phenomenal. She was so nice and accommodating. She was always prompt serving food and drink and did not rush us to order or leave. I have eaten at Gaetanos on a few occasions so I knew the food was great but this day far exceeded my expectations.

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    Pizza was amazing and the staff is the best. Maggie behind the bar is fantastic. I highly recommend this restaurant.

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