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    Il Colosseo

    4.0 (270 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Pizza
    Open 12:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    IL COLOSSEO ATMOSPHERE

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Pizza Di Rucola, Parmigiano E Prosciutto Crudo
    Wing L.

    Came here on a Tuesday evening and the restaurant was busy. The restaurant was beautifully decorated with Christmas decorations. There's two dining areas. We were seated outside of the main dining area. We made a reservation. The table was ready for us but there was no staff/hostess and the bartender was on the phone. We saw three staffs and all greeted us but none of them asked if we needed help. We had a party of 7 and everybody was there standing by the door waiting. We ordered the appetizers first cause we were not ready for the entree. We were ready for the entree went the appetizers came but there were no staffs to take our orders. All the staffs were in the main dining room. We wanted swordfish, but no swordfish. We changed to branzino but the staff came back to tell us no branzino. The food was good. I understand it's a busy night and it might take longer for food. Nobody came to check in on us as we dine.

    Pork chop
    Ana S.

    We had our Christmas luncheon here and everything was wonderful. The manager, Pasquale, was very helpful and polite, making sure everything ran smoothly. The waitstaff was friendly and attentive, the food was excellent, and the restaurant was beautifully decorated for the holidays. A great experience all around--highly recommended!

    Pasta Bolognese
    Joseph T.

    Hello. My family has been going here for over 30+ years. Service was great when the father ran the business and continues after his passing from COVID. His son runs the business now and has made a great neighborhood Italian restaurant better. Menu has been thinned out from when the father ran things. Menu has new and "classier" dishes now. If the son is reading this, I have one request. Pasta Alla Frank Sinatra stayed on the menu from your old menu. Can you bring back orrigetiee with broccoli, rabe and sausage please? Thank you. Highly Recommended Italian restaurant.

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    Michael K.

    Having frequented Il Colosseo nearly a dozen times over the last 10+ years, the expectation and delivery rarely disappoint. A throw back and staple of the Italian American Bensonhurst days, the Colosseo provides a rustic and what-could-be romantic setting with delightful ambiance. The service is top notch and also sets the mood. Regarding the food, portions are ample and taste is authentic. The pasta pescatore always delivers and without issue once again. With a couple of solid Italian restaurants remaining in Bensonhurst, this one should certainly be on your list to check out.

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    Matthew S.

    Just like Ortobello in the same neighborhood, Il Colosseo is a time capsule from when Bensonhurst was dominated by Italians and their restaurants. As much as I loved the food at Ortobello, I really enjoyed the food here, even if it is pricey. The portions are quite generous, and the food quite tasty. It might take a bit longer to get your food here, but that is quite alright when you can taste the freshness of their food. Freshness is a quality I take seriously in a restaurant, and it comes through beautifully here. Even the free bread tastes fresh, but given it is the summer months I noticed it stales quickly. Maybe it is best to go here when the weather gets colder. They are easily located off of 18th Avenue and only a five minute walk from the 79th Street station on the D train. That alone warrants me to come back for more samplings. Before I left, the hostess asked me if it was my first time here, (it was), and I reminded her that my meal was great. She dropped a hint that on weekends they offer live entertainment, so it gets pretty packed. Good thing I chose to come on a weekday then. I am looking forward to my next visit.

    Penne alla Pasta with Vodka Sauce  Chicken Parmigiana

    Great authentic food Got the penne alla vodka and the chicken parmigiana No complaints! Rating : 5/5

    Seafood risotto
    Ada W.

    Came by again recently for dinner with friends. They made a really nice outdoor shack for outdoor seating. Baked clams-once again..delicious. these clams are decently sized. Not super mini. The breading,oil,, and flavor was just right to not overpower the clam Fungi pizza-mushroom pizza was delicious. Seafood risotto-pretty good Bolognese pasta- decent Had a nice enjoyable dinner outside. Took a really long time to get the check though. We asked them twice for the check, still didn't get one after almost 25 minutes so we ended up walking directly to the counter in front of the restaurant and paid there.

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    They don't update their hours. Get with the yelp times. Not polite about being closed.

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    Delicious food, lackluster service. Still 5 stars, the food is pretty fantastic.

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    Italian area,the food is great and the pizza with bufala is from another planet! I love it !

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    I'm a big pizza person and the margarita pie always hits the spot. I come here every other week to get my pizza and pasta fix

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    Super fun, if slightly tight dining room.
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    Crispy handles firm to soft edges
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