The vibe was definitely the highlight -- cozy atmosphere with dim lighting that made it feel intimate and relaxed. It's the kind of place you could easily settle into for the evening. We started with the calamari and the pane di fichi. The pane di fichi unfortunately missed the mark -- it was overly sweet, a bit soggy, and had a slightly burnt aftertaste. The calamari itself was a little overdone, but the sauces that came with it were fantastic and really elevated the dish. For mains, my wife ordered the ravioli anatra, which was absolutely amazing -- rich, flavorful, and easily the best dish of the night. I had the ragu di cinghiale. It was good and satisfying, but overall felt pretty average compared to hers -- nothing particularly memorable. Overall, The Valley delivers a great ambiance that makes it worth visiting, especially for a cozy night out. The food was solid but inconsistent, with some highs and some average dishes. I'd go back for the atmosphere alone -- and probably order what my wife had next time. read more

Absolutely incredible Italian food! The vibe inside is romantic, the staff are amazing, and even the owner came out to check on us, which was such a nice touch. The antipasto board was loaded and delicious, and the homemade pasta was out of this world. Every bite showed the quality and care that goes into the food. Can't wait to go back and try even more--this place is a true gem! read more

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On a late drive back from Toronto, I called The Valley Restaurant in St. Catharines and grabbed a 9pm reservation. The atmosphere was cozy and seemed to mimic an old-school Italian restaurant, though in my opinion it doesn't reflect what you actually find in Italy. The service was friendly. We tried several dishes, including appetizers, and after having this place on my list for a few years, I'm sorry to say everything was just average. Overall, it may or may not be worth a visit -- for us, unfortunately, it's a one-and-done. Saluti read more

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Truly a hidden gem and some of the best Southern Italian food we've had in quite some time! Don't let the neighborhood location or unassuming style of the building dissuade you...run (don't walk) once you get there for some incredibly tasty eats! Came here on a recent trip through the area while headed up to Toronto. We stopped in for a dinner (with a reservation) and were seated immediately upon arrival. The friendly staff took great care of us and guided us through both meal choices and accompanying wine selections. Warm focaccia bread was brought to the table along with a silky-smooth olive oil for dipping. We started off with a lovely mixed greens salad piled high with cherry tomatoes, assorted olives and beans. For an appetizer, the three of us shared a fried calamari with spicy aioli dipping sauce that was so tender and perfectly crisp. For main dishes, we shared two amongst the table...the Positano (house made fettuccine with grilled shrimp in a lemon garlic wine sauce) and the Pollo Ripieno (chicken stuffed with four cheeses, wrapped in prosciutto and topped with cream sauce over mushroom risotto). Both were divine and perfectly sized for sharing / sampling. Thanks again to the wonderful staff out front and in the kitchen...superb meal and dining experience! We will be back! read more

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We had the pleasure of experiencing an unforgettable Italian feast at Valley Restaurant in St. Catherine during a recent Niagara vacation. Their commitment to quality and service shines through every bite, making each dish truly divine. Their kindness and attention to detail served as a reminder as to how hospitality and culinary excellence should look. 5/5. Cheers to chef Nadia for not only amazing food but for curating such a wonderful environment and overall experience. Dinner included: pane di fichi Spaghetti Nero Piato Italiano Off menu: kids sized spaghetti red sauce and 2 giant meatballs Affogato Limoncello read more

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We went for our 37th wedding anniversary, we sat on the patio they had a cute little framed flower picture wishing us a happy anniversary on our table. Our server Eden was wonderful she was helpful with choices and checking on how our evening was going. They brought us a little table lamp as the sun was going down for ambiance. The food was excellent. We have enjoyed everything we have every eaten at the Valley restaurant. We would definitely recommend it to anyone. Thanks for a wonderful evening. read more

We had a lovely meal and lovely service. My son is a very picky eater and they were able to whip him up some pizza even though it's not on the menu. The coconut gelato was delicious!! read more

Food and service very good however one guest had the special which was lobster/crab With garlic Alfredo sauce over linguini. 3 small crab pieces @5cm. 5 small lumps of lobster Total cost for this dish $55.00 Outrageous. One could purchase a whole lobster for that. Our mistake for not asking the price of the special. In future please ask for price of specials. Disappointing indeed. read more

So we had a reservation at this place to visit after we were done at the absolute beautiful well maintained beach that is 30 seconds away. We get there and the hostess says ill be right back. A manager comes out and tells us that we cannot sit inside with the girls in bathing suits. I said ok that's fine we will just go somewhere else. We spent all day at the beach and it was a last minute decison to support this restaurant. The girls had nothing else to wear. She tries to stop me saying well they can sit on the patio. Im sorry but you WILL NOT disrespect the girls and force them to eat on the patio like animals (people are allowed animals on the patio but not inside, this was made known). You will be seen by the SAME customers outside or inside. My opinion is that if you look different or have disabilities that may make you look different to also avoid this place. They apparently only care about looks so just trying to save you what we webt through. I respect everyone and treat them how they treat me. There are windows and doors in the establishment. Furthermore you are 30 seconds from a beach in a not "ritzy" area. I could see if this was an upscale $100 to $200 a plate place, but we are talking $7 to $25CAD! Ive eaten at the skylon tower revolving restaurant at $70 - $100 a meal with people in swim tops. It did bother me or alter my experience in ANY way. If i didnt want to see it i could look away but everyone is important to me and i treat them how they treat me. I just saw another review with a "beach bum" menu. Talk about hypocritical. I could also see if you have a blanket policy and have a dress code published, but I looked beforehand and there was none. Furthermore, I would have been more receptive, although I still would have left, to the hostess telling us this. There was absolutely no reason to involve a manager. Im from the States, and everyone up here is so nice. Im up here all the time, and this is literally the first issue I have had. My recommendation is that if you are visiting the beach, DO NOT visit this place. You are not good enough for them, and they dont want your money. To the guy walking to his car that wanted to butt into something that didn't concern him, you sir have a GREAT DAY! read more

This place is a hidden gem. We got off the beaten path and arrived here after a trip from the States and I am oh so glad we did. The food and service is amazing here and worth the trip. We started with the Agilo e Formaggio and oh the garlic was as creamy as the best butter you have ever eaten. He had the Pasta di Nettuno and could not stop raving about the sauce while my Gnocchi Gorgonzola packed the right punch with the flavor of the cheese! The only thing about this place is I have no idea how people are able to save room for dessert! read more

A lovely hidden gem in the region that serves in house freshly made pasta. Chef Nadia puts pride into her dishes, and comes around to the tables to see how her guests enjoyed their meals. Each dish is full of flavour, and they don't shy on portion sizes. (There's a good chance you'll be going home with a doggie bag). Pictures attached of the 4 dishes consumed. Their wine list consists of local wineries, and various other countries to give a vast variety to match with you meals. To cap it all off the dinning experience concludes with a shot of Limoncello if you're so inclined. Recommend bringing your loved ones to this cozy spot for a great meal and wonderful experience. read more

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Good, comforting food, large portions, and they've done an amazing job of turning a parking lot into a romantic, rustic, Italian-inspired outdoor dining experience. Service was friendly but slow (they recently re-opened outdoor dining post-COVID but without a time limit on tables). Even with a reservation, be prepared to wait at this popular spot. read more

Cozy, warm atmosphere. The food was absolutely delicious! Their wild mushroom soup is to die for! Staff is great, chef Nadia walks around the dining room and makes sure to say hi to every table. You will not be disappointed! read more

We went there for my Mom's Bday...very busy packed restaurant. The food was excellent....really enjoyed the egg plant parmasian. Love how they serve lemoncello at the end. The servers were very attentive and kept things rolling despite how busy it was. The downside is the parking is terrible....not enough spaces for the crowd of people at the restaurant. read more

This is one of Niagara's hidden little gems. Great wine cellar and fantastic Itallian food. Excellent service with a cozy atmosphere. A must go. If you're looking for a quiet evening for date night, this is the place to go. read more

Food excellent, service horrible,after 40 minutes of sitting there another waitress noticed we have not been served yet. She got the waiter to come to our table , he said ur sitting at a table for 4 but set up for 2 I said they sat is here I told them we had reservations for 4 he took our drink order but never came back lol , my friend went up to the bar to get the drinks but two ladies brought them to the table . So my friend had to go ask again for menus so the owner Rick brought us menus we asked for some bread cause now it is way over one hr b4 our food order was even taken . When Rick came back to table with bread my friend said don't worry I already got r drinks he said well I had to go and get ur bread.so he took our good order then came back about 25 minutes later and have us menus I said what r these for Rick replied did I already take ur order we said yes omg.so about 2 hrs later he said dessert was on him he gave us dessert menus and as we r reading them about 20 minutes later Rick came back and took the menus out of our hand as we r still reading them and never asked if we even wanted any lol do we asked for the bill and got the hell out of there !! read more