Chianti Il Ristorante

4.6

3178 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Lively
Great for fine wines
Good for special occasions

Situated in the heart of beautiful downtown Saratoga Springs, Chianti Il Ristorante serves sophisticated, authentic Northern Italian fare in an elegant setting. Combining seasonal food, an award-winning wine selection, a welcoming and knowledgeable staff and a detailed, inviting ambiance Chianti provides every guest with a superb and unforgettable dining experience. Aesthetically inspiring, its rustic walls, hard wood floors and green onyx bar invoke the authenticity of conventional Italian architecture while remaining slightly modern. The culinary philosophy at Chianti is based on a respect for tradition. With artisan breads and pastas, housemade sausage and braised meats it is culinary craftsmanship at its best. Our guests have the chance to savor fresh food, from a selection of expertly-sliced carpaccio, to a variety of wild fish, to risotto that is made only with Vialone Nano rice grown exclusively in Italy's Venetto region. "The hottest restaurant in town." The New York Times

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(518) 580-0025
Website
http://www.chiantiristorante.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Fabrizio Bazzani
Private party facilities
Chianti Il Ristorante serves sophisticated, authentic Northern Italian fare in an elegant setting. Combining seasonal food, an award-winning wine selection, a knowledgeable staff and a detailed, inviting ambiance Chianti provides every guest with a superb and unforgettable dining experience.

Location
18 Division Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Area
Saratoga Springs
Cross Street
Broadway
Parking details
On-Street and Public Lot Parking is available for Chianti Il Ristorante
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Popular dishes

Bruschetta ContadinaUS$15.00
Grilled and toasted housemade ciabatta bread topped with smashed oven roasted tomatoes, shaved Grana Padano
Calamaretti FrittiUS$18.00
Fried calamari, delicately spiced tomato sauce
Gamberoni Al Lardo CroccanteUS$21.00
Pan-seared shrimp wrapped with crispy pancetta, cannellini beans, salmoriglio
Zuppa Di PesceUS$25.00
Assorted seafood, delicately spiced tomato broth
B&BUS$19.00
Whipped burrata, slow roasted beets, cilantro pesto, toasted salted pepitas
Ital-Korean BBQUS$22.00
Chianti's own Bulgogi-style marinated beef, a la plancha, grilled polenta
Bufala CapreseUS$24.00
Imported mozzarella di bufala, heirloom tomatoes, basil oil, garlic chips, prosciutto
Scarola, Alici e FagioliUS$18.00
Sautéed escarole, garlic and oil, gently salted Italian anchovies, cannellini beans, crostoni

Carpacci

ClassicoUS$21.00
Thinly sliced filet, Grana Padano, arugula, lemon, capers
Del ChiantiUS$21.00
Thinly sliced filet, gorgonzola fondue, truffle oil
MichelangeloUS$22.00
Thinly sliced pepper crusted filet over arugula, goat cheese, truffle salt
GrandeUS$29.00
Sharing portion, choose from Del Chianti or Classico
- For Two PeopleUS$29.00

Insalate

Italiana ModernaUS$14.00
House-made blend of arugula, radicchio, roasted quinoa, lemon juice, olive oil, shaved Ricotta Salata
LattughellaUS$15.00
Boston lettuce, gorgonzola, crispy prosciutto, white balsamic vinaigrette
CesareUS$15.00
Wedged romaine, house-crafted Cesare dressing, crostini crumble, Grana Padano
Romana Cacio e PepeUS$15.00
Romaine heart, sliced Grana Padano & pecorino cheese, cracked black pepper, white balsamic vinaigrette
Rucola Carciofi e GranaUS$15.00
Grilled artichokes, crisp arugula dressed with olive oil and lemon, shaved Grana Padano

Pasta

Capellini Alla CheccaUS$21.00
Angel hair, garlic, diced tomatoes, basil, olive oil
Spaghetti BologneseUS$24.00
Thin spaghetti, filet bolognese sauce
Mezzanine Alla VodkaUS$23.00
Penne, fresh tarragon, prosciutto, vodka pink sauce
Penne SenesiUS$23.00
Penne, sautéed spinach "aglio e olio", gorgonzola, crushed red pepper flakes, breadcrumbs, toasted almonds
Spaghetti Oro di CabrasUS$35.00
Artisanal spaghetti, sautéed scallops, baby clams, white wine, garlic, and oil, a touch of spice, and "bottarga "seasoning
Spaghetti Cacio e PepeUS$24.00
Artisanal spaghetti, pecorino and Grana Padano fondue, black pepper
Capellini Salsa AragostaUS$27.00
Angel hair, shrimp, lobster grappa reduction, touch of cream
Orecchiette alla NormaUS$25.00
Orechiette, sautéed eggplant, sausage, mozzarella, crushed tomato
Spaghetti Ai Frutti Di MareUS$35.00
Thin spaghetti, assorted seafood, olive oil, garlic, lightly spiced tomato sauce
Ragu PorchettatoUS$26.00
Orecchiette, handcut pork shoulder and guanciale ragu, pecorino
Paccheri CalabreseUS$29.00
Artisanal crafted Paccheri noodles, house-made sausage, spicy Calabrian 'nduja, burrata, tomato

Risotto

Risotto AmaroneUS$29.00
Veronese style, red wine, Grana Padano, shallots seared scallops, crispy prosciutto
Risotto Con FunghiUS$26.00
Medley of local, organically farm-raised mushrooms, Grana Padano
Risotto De'MediciUS$29.00
Filet mignon bites, truffle oil, Grana Padano, rosemary
Risotto CapreseUS$25.00
Burrata, diced tomatoes, toasted seasoned bread crumbs, extra virgin olive oil

Dal Fornetto

Served with a seasonal selection of accompaniments

Biancostato RealeUS$42.00
Braised boneless beef short rib, red wine, shallot, garlic, Italian herbs, crushed tomato
Magretto All' AmarenaUS$39.00
Roasted Hudson Valley duck breast,amarena and chianti glaze
Carre di AgnelloUS$49.00
Australian rack of lamb, balsamic shallots agrodolce
FilettoUS$48.00
Beef tenderloin, choice of brandied green peppercorn sauce or gorgonzola fondue
Pesce Del GiornoUS$0.00
Fresh catch of the day
- M. P.US$0.00
Dry-Aged Chianti SelectUS$0.00
Chianti's dry-aged steaks. Check with your server for availability
- M. P.US$0.00

What 3,178 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.3Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Capital District
Great for fine wines
Capital District
Italian
Capital District
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Chianti Il Ristorante in Saratoga Springs is a charming venue offering "rustic and cozy" Italian dining. Guests rave about the "excellent food," "attentive service," and delicious pasta dishes. While noise levels can be high, the ambience is lively and welcoming. Standout dishes include the Ragu Porchettato and Tomahawk steak. Perfect for special occasions or a delightful evening out.

3,178 Reviews

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Fred
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Server went above and beyond. Maybe the best restaurant service I’ve ever received
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 2 days ago
Hello Fred, thank you for the wonderful review. We are thrilled to hear that our team was able to provide you with an exceptional dining experience! We hope to see you again soon.
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Della
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely love Chianti’s! The food is always delicious. The service is always on point. The drinks are wonderful. I would definitely recommend.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 7 days ago
Thank you for the great review. We are thrilled to hear that you have consistently enjoyed your dining experiences at Chianti! We hope to see you again soon.
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Alvin
Upstate NY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Unusual and attractive pastas. Excellent service.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 1 day ago
Hello Alvin, thank you for the review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the pasta and the service! We hope to see you again soon.
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Brian D
New York City
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on 13 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great Service, Great Atmosphere, Great Food lead to a great night. Cheers.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 15 November 2024
Hello Brian, thank you for the great review. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experince at Chianti! We hope to see you again soon.
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Karen
Greater Boston
28 reviews
vip
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Everything was great except for the noise level. The waiter was excellent and the food was tasty.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 12 November 2024
Hello Karen, thank you for the review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and the service! We appreciate your feedback regarding the noise level and will share your thoughts with our team to determine where improvements can be made. We hope that you will dine with us again soon.
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Mary
New Jersey
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I were in town visiting our son who goes to Skidmore. We loved our food. The atmosphere was vibrant yet cozy. Our waiter was energetic and professional. We will be back. Short Ribs are amazing!
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 11 November 2024
Hello Mary, thank you for the wonderful review. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at Chianti! We look forward to seeing you again in the future.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The filet was perfectly prepared and the peppercorn sauce was very good, but I would have like a bit more sauce. Hubby ate every bit of the Osso Buco and loved it. Constructive feedback on the roasted potatoes- cooked fine but really bland. We’ve noticed this every time and it’s an opportunity area to add Parmesan or duck fat or rosemary… something to make them worth the calories.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 11 November 2024
Thank you for the review. We are happy to hear that you and your husband enjoyed the filet and the Osso Bucco! We appreciate your feedback regarding the potatoes and will share your thoughts with our team. We hope to see you again soon.
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Shellie
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went to Chianti during Saratoga Restaurant week and it was great!
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 18 November 2024
Hello Shellie, thank you for the review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your Restaurant Week dining experience at Chianti! We hope to see you again soon.
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Rabin
New York City
55 reviews
5.0
55 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good food and service has always been consistent with Chianti's. Even with a Restaurant week menu Chianti's maintained the same level of food and quality of service. It allows new and current patrons to experience Chianti's fine Italian cuisine and will definitely keep its current customer base and hopefully find new ones.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 11 November 2024
Thank you for the great review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed the food and the Restaurant Week menu! We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.
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Marc
New York City
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was not good. Risotto was more like a rice dish. My step daughter said it was on par with Olive Garden.
Chianti Il RistoranteResponded on 12 November 2024
Hello Marc, I am so sorry to hear that you did not enjoy the risotto. Risotto has always been one of our signature dishes and I apologize that it was not prepared to our usual high standard. We will share your feedback with our chefs to determine where improvements can be made to ensure we are always providing the excellent food we are known for. My deepest apology, Nancy Bambara VP - DZ Restaurants
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FAQs

Chianti Il Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (518) 580-0025.

Chianti Il Ristorante is rated 4.6 stars by 3178 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

27 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

18 Division Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Additional information

Cross Street
Broadway
Area
Saratoga Springs
Hours of Operation
Happy Hour Wed–Sun 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, Steak, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On-Street and Public Lot Parking is available for Chianti Il Ristorante
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Fabrizio Bazzani
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Website
http://www.chiantiristorante.com/
Phone number
(518) 580-0025
Private party facilities
Chianti Il Ristorante serves sophisticated, authentic Northern Italian fare in an elegant setting. Combining seasonal food, an award-winning wine selection, a knowledgeable staff and a detailed, inviting ambiance Chianti provides every guest with a superb and unforgettable dining experience.

Chianti Il Ristorante

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

Romana Cacio e Pepe

Grande

Antipasti

Bruschetta ContadinaUS$15.00

Calamaretti FrittiUS$18.00

Gamberoni Al Lardo CroccanteUS$21.00

Zuppa Di PesceUS$25.00

B&BUS$19.00

Ital-Korean BBQUS$22.00

Bufala CapreseUS$24.00

Scarola, Alici e FagioliUS$18.00

Carpacci

ClassicoUS$21.00

Del ChiantiUS$21.00

MichelangeloUS$22.00

GrandeUS$29.00

Insalate

Italiana ModernaUS$14.00

LattughellaUS$15.00

CesareUS$15.00

Romana Cacio e PepeUS$15.00

Rucola Carciofi e GranaUS$15.00

Pasta

Capellini Alla CheccaUS$21.00

Spaghetti BologneseUS$24.00

Mezzanine Alla VodkaUS$23.00

Penne SenesiUS$23.00

Spaghetti Oro di CabrasUS$35.00

Spaghetti Cacio e PepeUS$24.00

Capellini Salsa AragostaUS$27.00

Orecchiette alla NormaUS$25.00

Spaghetti Ai Frutti Di MareUS$35.00

Ragu PorchettatoUS$26.00

Paccheri CalabreseUS$29.00

Risotto

Risotto AmaroneUS$29.00

Risotto Con FunghiUS$26.00

Risotto De'MediciUS$29.00

Risotto CapreseUS$25.00

Dal Fornetto

Biancostato RealeUS$42.00

Magretto All' AmarenaUS$39.00

Carre di AgnelloUS$49.00

FilettoUS$48.00

Pesce Del GiornoUS$0.00

Dry-Aged Chianti SelectUS$0.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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