Sorella is an exceptional choice for a date night, perfectly situated to anchor an evening that showcases the beauty of downtown Hartford. For those living on the other side of Bushnell Park, the walk through the greenery toward the restaurant creates a seamless transition from the natural heart of the city to a sophisticated, high-energy dining experience. The "vibe" is exactly what you need to impress--modern, upscale, and consistently high-quality. The wood-fired pizzas and house-made pastas are the centerpieces of the menu, reflecting a commitment to authentic Italian techniques that meet the highest standards. The atmosphere is lively and chic, making it a standout "showcase" spot for anyone wanting to highlight Hartford's urban appeal. Its location in the downtown core makes it easy to pair dinner with a show or a cocktail at a nearby lounge, rounding out a perfect city night. read more

For a Thursday evening it was not busy. We had reservations, but did t look like we needed them. Both the pizza and pasta were fresh and tasty. Next time we will try the dish bread. It looked amazing read more

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Been to Sorella countless times, their food is great for an Italian craving. Most recently, I stopped in with a friend for a quick bite before a show. We didn't want to get much so we just got the garlic bread and split a couple of desserts. The garlic bread was good but paired with their sweet marinara, it was even better. I loved the house made cannoli! Service was quick although the staff kept making remarks about what we were eating (not a full meal) and it got old pretty quick. Definitely a good spot to stop in whether you're grabbing quick bites or a full dinner. I always prefer to sit outside but that wasn't an option due to low staffing which is understandable. Looking forward to people watching and cannoli eating this summer. read more

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The chicken parm with linguine and arugula salad 10/10!! Delish and the service was amazing, such a cute location. I took it to go since I'm staying at a hotel close by but I did have a glass of wine at the bar while I waited for my food. read more

Sorella - Chicken Parmigiano - Pizza Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

We've been wanting to give Sorella a try for dinner as we often notice the restaurant is jammed packed on a Saturday evening. We had the chance to snag a reservation prior to seeing a show at the Hartford Stage. We started with cocktails and a brussel sprout appetizer. The drinks were excellent and the appetizer was generous. Our meals were also delicious and generous. The service was top notch. We can see why the restaurant is often busy. A concert was canceled on the day we went so the restaurant wasn't crowded. It had a nice vibe, but not too crazy. Not sure how loud it would be when busy. read more

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One of the few places now in downtown that meet the office lunch criteria...decent ambiance with good food and decent drinks. The place to be now that the dish and the city steam are no more... Love their flatbreads and pizzas. Calamari always good. The last time I had their famous kichensink salad.. read more

Sorella - Kitchen-sink Salad with chicken - Pizza Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Great Italian restaurant downtown. Tries Sorelle before a show, great food, excellent service. Tried the salmon which was cooked perfectly moist with a reduction sauce. The Kitchen sink salad was very good as well. Reasonably priced drinks. Definitely a comeback place. read more

This is one of those places I am shocked isn't more busy. If people stop hyping Hartford to be as dangerous as Gotham city this place would be impossible to get into. Way better than the over hyped places in west Hartford center. Have been here maybe 6-7 times with my wife and also my family. Every time has great. It my wife's favorite lobster roll. She always calling to confirm they have it on the menu and can save her one. I've had all types of their pasta and it's always delicious as well as their pizzas. The servers are always nice and everything comes out quick. It is probably my 3rd favorite Italian restaurant in CT. Defiantly recommend The ravioli was delicious the last time I went. read more

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I ordered takeout from Sorella in downtown Hartford and overall, it was just okay--3 out of 5 for me. I called in my order and picked it up myself. The staff was polite over the phone and at pickup, but the experience had a few hiccups. I got the fried calamari, crispy Brussels sprouts, mango iced tea, and strawberry lemonade. The calamari itself was decent, but the marinara sauce was a bit too oily, which took away from the flavor. The Brussels sprouts were overly crispy--almost burnt--so they were more bitter than crunchy. I was looking forward to them, so that was a letdown. As for the drinks, they didn't have a proper drink carrier and made a makeshift one. I appreciated the effort, but the lid popped off the mango iced tea as soon as I stepped outside, and it spilled. I lost a good bit of it trying to fix the situation, which was frustrating. The ambiance inside seemed nice--modern, clean, with a cozy vibe--but since I was doing takeout, I didn't get to fully experience it. Would I try them again? Maybe--but I'd dine in next time and probably skip the Brussels sprouts. read more

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I really wanted to like this place. We made reservations and it came recommended. The food was very good, actually....the service was not. Bolognese was amazing as was the Eggplant Entree. Not a fan of the meat and cheese app as the ratio of meat/cheese to the waffle thing was off. It started with telling the waiter John C that we were going to the Hartford Stage. We ordered drinks. The drink that three of us got was the same-one of us liked it. It tasted like cough medicine. We asked for some Persecco to add to it to think it down...that's where the lack of customer service started. After this, our waiter started ghosting us. Didn't come over to the table, ask if we wanted water, etc. the Apps came out, then the entrees. We noticed other tables had table bread. We had to ASK for some. It came after the entrees. We then wanted dessert. It was good but by this time we needed to leave for show and waiter was MIA. I am not sure I will be back if this is how the service is consistently. We weren't rude to waiter, we just didn't like the cocktail. Drinks weren't taken off bill nor were we asked if we wanted something different. Very disappointed as it could have been a very lovely meal! read more

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If you're an Italian aficionado, just come to Sorella. We could not have been happier with the warm & welcoming ambience, stellar food & exceptional service! We sat at a high top in their cozy bar. Treated ourselves to signature cocktails followed by Dish bread (holy yum for kids of all ages) & a delicious chopped salad with chickpeas, feta, & and a yummy vinaigrette. For dinner, we ordered their brick oven pesto pizza with tomato jam, Annie's White, & fresh bucatini Cacio e Pepe - OMG. We consider ourselves kind but discerning & everything we received was top notch. Ashley & the entire staff could not have been nicer. They work together as a great team should. Will absolutely be back!!! read more

Sorella - Apps & salad with Hubby - Pizza Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

Ordered the Wiseguy because I love sausage and mushrooms on my pizza pie. Paired it with a glass of Palazzo Maffei Valpolicella Ripasso. A delicious Italian red that I would highly recommend. Finished dinner with a creamy cappuccino. read more

I've been on Pratt St tons of times but never got the chance to try Sorella until recently! THE FOOD -Split the meatball app and very tasty! I would recommend and get it again. I would've like to try the calamari or something else too but the person I was with doesn't eat it. -Orecchiette: I told the server I like spicy and she recommended this! I really enjoyed it. The crumbly sausage was very tasty. Slight things I would change: more broccoli rabe and I would have liked it a little less cooked (it was dark green and didn't have that gorgeous crisp to it), for me the dish could've been spicier (didn't have that kick I'm used to with arrabiata sauce) , and the dish was a bit oily for my liking (lots pooled on the bottom). I ate about half and the leftovers reheated really well on the stove (I added a little extra sauce at home). -Gnocchi: the person I was with got the gnocchi. While I didn't try it, they really enjoyed. It looked delish! THE DRINKS -Tequila mockingbird: I was in the mood for something spicy and the server said this will do the mark but can make it spicier if I wanted. I tried it as is and she was so awesome so came over and used a spicy concentrate dropper to give it more oomf. I will say it wasn't as cold as I would've liked, perhaps could've used a longer shake behind the bar, but I got some ice and all was well. -Mule: my friend got a mule and liked it! THE SERVICE: -I think the service is what really put the experience over the top for me. While I enjoyed the food and drink, the service really made me feel welcome and special. THE ATMOSPHERE -we had a 2 seat high top near the bar. Those seats are sometimes a little uncomfortable for me to sit in for long periods but we got to see a lot of stuff come out of the kitchen and be made at the bar -there are low top tables near the windows and in an area near the pizza oven I think I would really like to try next time I visit. Overall, I enjoyed trying Sorella. I would go back and try some other menu items. Definitely the pizza as it looked very good! read more

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I was BLOWN AWAY but my experience at Sorella. The vibes are amazing, the staff is super friendly and helpful, and the food was EXCEPTIONAL! The food came out fast and they did not miss on the portions, I had the best leftovers! The DISH Bread and Fried Calamari were so delicious. I ended up getting the chicken pesto pasta and the pesto had the perfect flavor that complimented the chicken. The best part was the dessert...I got the J Fosters Smores/Graham Cracker Ice-cream...the best ice cream i have ever had! I cannot recommend this place more, make sure to have a reservation! read more

Excellent meal, ambiance, service, etc. We had very good calamari (large portion and large calamari) see picture. I had the orecchiette which is housemade sausage, broccoli rabe, spicy arrabiata sauce, and pasta. See picture. read more

Sorella - An abundance of food! Took home a nice amount! - Pizza Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

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Poor service, not accommodating at all. Splitting checks is apparently kryptonite for these people as well as taking multiple credit cards. Hello!? It's 2025 Sorella! Average ambiance. Food was decent. Not going back again. read more

Super nice hostess and waiter. Delicious food! We ordered their special cheese bread to start, and it was like eating half a delicious pizza before dinner! So I recommend that you plan accordingly! You might bring more of that home, to make stomach space for your dinner. We had the Spicy Vodka Rose and the Gnocchi Pesto. I liked having the braised chicken in with the gnocchi. So delicious and filling. Good wine to go with. Can't wait to go back! read more

Great food, reliable and consistent - a block away from Hartford Stage - perfect for dinner or apéro before a show. House made bread - go ahead! Get a few carbs - read more

Food was good. My wife and I stopped in after attending a play at Hartford Stage. We went to a matinee and weren't quite hungry enough for dinner and decided to split a pizza and salad. I also had the calamari. My wife eats all the hot peppers, we always get the RI style if it's available. Pizza was good and the Caesar was excellent. Calamari hit the spot. Couple of glasses of Pinot and we enjoyed the space. We love to sit at the bar when we try a new place but we were slow leaving the theater and it was full. Would have like the bar area a little better than the dining room, but it was fine and our server was attentive. We will be back! read more

Had lunch with friends today. Service was awesome. Love the atmosphere and general feel of the place. I've eaten here a few times and usually get one of the pasta dishes which are good. Today I went with the kitchen sink salad with chicken. Really disappointed. Advertised with cucumber and tomatoes as well as chickpeas, feta and tortilla. It came with a 1/2 a cherry tomato and very few, small chopped up cucumber. It did have the chick peas and some feta and a lot of tortilla and mainly just lettuce. Not overly generous with the chicken to the point I'd question if it was even 4oz. I would not recommend the salad as it was not worth the $22. read more

Hi! I am Bob Kopac and I am one of 2 runners who has completed every Hartford Marathon. When I come into Hartford for my pre-race dinner, there is only one place I go: Sorella's! For GREAT pasta, complemented with superb service and a friendly atmosphere, go to Sorella. I look forward to eating there before next year's race and whenever I am in Hartford. Thanks Sorella and all your great staff! read more

It's been a while but glad to see this option still open in downtown Hartford! Sat in the bar and ordered a glass of wine, the grain bowl (farro, roasted mushrooms, roasted summer squash, lacinato kale, crumbled feta cheese, balsamic vinaigrette) and the warm olive oil cake. The grain bowl I will be thinking about for a long time! Sooo good. The farro is toasted which adds a nice depth of flavor and crunchier texture. All the roasted items were so well done but still left some texture. The menu didn't say it but it also had roasted carrots. The overall flavor with some slight sweetness from the balsamic and squash played well with the savory cheese. If you are not too hungry it works well as a meal by itself but you can add protein options as well. The warm olive oil cake was a thick slice from a loaf pan that they toasted to make it crunchy and then put it on top of lemon curd. A nice, not too sweet way to end a meal. It definitely eats a little heavier but it's enjoyable. Service was really friendly and food came out quickly. Would definitely come back. read more

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Service was quick and the food came out fast, everything was flavorful and good size portions. There were a ton of shrimp in the pasta! read more

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"I'll meet you any time you want In our Italian Restaurant" (Billy Joel) Four of us had tickets to see a 7:30 show at Hartford Stage and made 5:45 reservations at nearby Sorella, which was about a 2 minute walk away. As we were escorted to a table we walked past a huge party that was celebrating a wedding rehearsal dinner. Within a few minutes of our arrival, it seemed as though the entire restaurant was full, so I was super happy we made reservations. Our server John C. was personable, funny and very efficient. The four of us started off by sharing two fantastic appetizers. Dish Bread was a big $10 loaf of toasted bread slathered with Boursin cheese, mozzarella, roasted garlic and served with a ramekin of marinara. Our second appetizer was Octopus Umido with stewed octopus, olives, capers, clams, fingerling potato, white wine, and chopped tomato for $18. This was awesome with plenty of super tender octopus chunks. Our four entrees were Chicken Marsala ($25), Black Linguini with Shrimp ($28), Caesar Salad with Meatball ($16), and Rigatoni Saltimbocca with ground veal ($24). Everyone loved their food. I had the Black Linguini with shrimp and there were at least 8 shrimp and plenty of pasta in the dish -a very good value in a downtown restaurant for $28. We all went for a dessert, and shared a dish of ice cream. A tiramisu (not a first choice but their chocolate torte was unavailable) and a fantastic dish named Affogato - a twin headed dish with a small cup of espresso and a scoop of J. Foster Toasted Almond Gelato. When I combined the two, the taste was fantastic. Our lovely dinner for four ran $159.95 after tax and before tip. It was a terrific experience. read more

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I can't stop thinking about the food since I visited last weekend. Everything is absolutely delicious! This place has me craving their beets! I don't even eat beets lol. The service is was great and food came out fast even though they were super busy. 10 out of 10 I recommend! Make reservations though because they are pretty busy. read more

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Absolutely the worst customer service! Do not come here. We walked in the door a female greeted us told us 10 min wait, then a male came by 1 min later said 20 min wait, then a third person came by 1 min later said 30 minute wait. During this time they sat a party of 1 at the bar immediately. But told us the wait was due to kitchen backed up and we were a party of 2. Don't bother with this place, so many more places to eat in this area! read more

Sorella - the entrance to a restaurant at night - Pizza Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

11 of us ate here last night after a graduation and we had a great time! The waitress was fantastic and everyone loved their food. We tried a number of things to share with the table and nobody left hungry. We live an hour and a half away or we would visit on a more regular basis. We also liked how the inside was decorated. read more

Thought I would try it since test was giving me a hundred dollars to eat there, I was bought there with the promise of Steak Diane but come to find out it wasn't on the menu!! So I was bummed to start . I had the pizza and it was mid at best , the Calamari was not fried enough for my liking and I asked for it well done! My wife's chicken parm was just ok I think they could have reduced the red sauce just a bit more so that it clings to the pasta,we did have the mussels and they were good even though it doesn't come with any bread to dip. To be honest it was a month or so ago and I can't recall what I had as an entree I don't know if that's good or bad! read more

Stopped here on the way home to New York. The food was amazing. For apps we got the Burrata and brussels sprouts. For entrees we got the kitchen sink salad with a meatball on the side and the penne. Everything was so amazing. The sizes were also very big and was affordable. Definitely would go back to this place even living an hour away. Highly recommend! The over vibes were also very cute! read more

Sorella - Pizza Near Me - Hartford, Connecticut

The red pie was amazing! It's had a crunch or the crust and then fresh toppings. The dessert was great! The chocolate dessert was sweet but not too overpowering. It had a rich coffee taste. The dish bread was even flavorful. It had a great cheese pull as well. The pasta wasn't the star of the show but was also good. They did a great presentation on all of the dishes. When I was in New York City nothing tasted as good as here's dishes. The amount of food that they gave us was nice. They gave us four slices if the dish bread which was just enough for the three of us. The people who server us were also very nice to us. They refilled my water glass and also asked how everything was. When we finished a dish they whisked it away. It was like they could sense if a dish had been finished. Over all I would come here again and this restaurant made my trip worth it! read more

Stumbled upon Sorella while visiting Hartford. They are known for their pizza and pastas, but I opted for the salmon entree since I wanted to eliminate carbs. The salmon comes with spaghetti squash and tomato jam which has a very unique taste. I also recommend the meatballs. You get 3 very large meatballs which is more than enough. Meatballs had lots of flavor and sauce which I loved. Service was also good. Our server was friendly and she gave us lots of suggestions. The food also comes out pretty quickly. read more

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A group of friends visited Sorella in downtown Hartford after a small event. It was my first time. The outside is nondescript. The inside was pleasant, but didn't make a strong statement either. Although I photographed several dishes, I ordered the chicken Parm dinner, and tried the fried calamari, the grilled octopus and the Quattro Colore Salad we ordered as Apps. After I couldn't choose among several dishes, I looked at entree pics on the Yelp App and noticed the Chick Parm looked great. That convinced me to order it. It arrived with the cheese as perfectly melted as it was in the pic. The mound of cheese-covered chicken cutlet, rested on linguini. The bites with a lot of cheese were very good. The other bites were decent. The marinara sauce didn't have much of a presence. Not sure if that's because of when or how it was added to the pasta or some other factor. The chicken texture was inconsistent, but mostly good. A portion of the breading was past peak color. If I was just grading the chicken Parm, it would be 3.5 Stars. I didn't have the sense that the other people at my table connected strongly with their entrees either. The App course was better. The fried calamari was solid. The octopus looked great, was very well plated with olive oil, corn and flat leaf, and was fairly tender. The Quattro Colore Salad was the best thing I tried. With good bitter greens, Gorgonzola, lemon and marinated cherries, it was a flavor bomb and had great color. Service was fair. Nothing too positive. Nothing too negative. A meal is always better when the service and atmosphere add to the experience. That really wasn't the case. Sorella's 3.5 Star rating really seems about right on. Since I can't give a .5 Star rating, I'll give Sorella the benefit of the fact that I enjoyed time with friends and round up to 4 Stars. read more

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We had a group of 15 at Sorella before a show at Hartford Stage, and every aspect of our visit was wonderful -- the drinks, the atmosphere, the food, and most of all, the service. Our server, Lisa, was attentive, kind, and incredibly helpful. With guests spanning multiple generations, her thoughtful and professional service made a truly positive impact on our evening. She went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly and made us all feel welcome. Lisa really made our night, and we are so grateful. Thank you, Lisa, and thank you, Sorella, for a fantastic experience! read more

A party of 5 yelp friends went to sorella in beautiful Hartford. We weren't disappointed with anything we ordered. I love that they have a special mocktails section of the menu..not everyone wants to or can drink alcohol. We ordered for starters Quattro colore salad Grilled octopus Fried calamari For entrees I personally ordered The orecchiette, came with homemade sausage broccoli rabe and Romano cheese which was delish homemade pasta made in-house as well Also at the table there was Linguine with clams Black linguine Chicken parmesan Rigatoni saltimbocca Which all had the homemade and house-made pasta and everyone seemed to enjoy their dishes as well I definitely would be coming back to check out the other items that they had on their menu cuz everything was excellent read more

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A hidden gem in downtown Hartford. The pizza was excellent, as was the service. We sat at the bar and enjoyed very much.

Overall the food here was alright. I don't think the food has any shining stars, but also few disappointments. My main complaints with the food are slight modifications that can be made, such as less vinegar on the salad, cooking the pasta more (it came a little tough), and some more heft and less cream to the tiramisu. But otherwise I think the place was decent, some slight tweaks to the dishes would go a long way. I will note though, that I came with a very large group, so the quality of the food may have dropped due to the sheer number of orders that came through. read more

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I loved my experience here. We had a party of seven. Our table was setup and available when we arrived. Service was absolutely stellar. My wife had the steak Diane which was so tender it pulled apart with a butter knife. I had the Jersey boy pizza which I highly recommend. I'd go back here anytime! read more

My husband and I stopped in for dinner recently. Service was prompt and the food was delicious. Employees and owners were very nice and attentive. Would definitely come back. Two comments on the appetizer dish. The peppers could have been blistered more and would have been nice to have a little bread for the burrata. Otherwise everything else was great! read more

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Tried for my 1st time. Great place to share small plates or large. Food was very good and so was the service. Trying the pizza next time but great to know their Pastas were delicious. read more

Lynne was awesome service was top notch food was amazing pizza was perfect traditional Italian style brick fired price was great for service and food read more