Dal Contadino Trattoria

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1. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Toronto

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Exceptional Experience at dal contadino Music was a fresh surprise most restaurants to have music Dinner was fabulous highly recommend
   

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   Beverley

   Fort Lauderdale

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   My favorite. Gift certificate is confusing and hard to redeem
   

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   Ira

   VIP

   Jacksonville

   156 reviews

   5.0

   156 reviews

   Dined on 6 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Last night, my wife and I indulged in a delightful dinner at Dal Contadino Trattoria in Oakland Park, Fort Lauderdale. The restaurant's festive holiday décor set a cheerful ambiance, and the friendly, attentive staff ensured a pleasant dining experience. We began with the fried calamari, which was fresh and tasty, accompanied by lemon and marinara sauce. An additional sauce might have enhanced the dish, and I'm confident the accommodating staff would have provided one had we asked. My wife opted for the eggplant parmigiana—a generous portion served with angel hair pasta. I chose the Troccoli alle Vongole, featuring thick troccoli noodles paired with clams in their shells. This classic Italian dish combines pasta with clams, garlic, white wine, and parsley, creating a flavorful and aromatic experience. The presentation in the cooking pan was a charming touch, keeping the dish warm throughout the meal. However, some clams had broken shells, requiring a bit of caution while eating. With no room left for dessert, we concluded our meal thoroughly satisfied. At $50 per person, including tax, tip, and drinks, the pricing was reasonable for the quality and portions offered. Overall, it was a five-star experience, and we look forward to returning to Dal Contadino Trattoria.
   

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   Beverly

   Toledo

   58 reviews

   5.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on 3 December 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our dinner and wine was excellent! Adalina was our waitress and she was wonderful! Great food and great atmosphere!
   

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   Riaan

   Tampa

   28 reviews

   2.0

   28 reviews

   Dined on 30 November 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 3

   If you’ve had authentic Italian you won’t enjoy the food here. I was disappointed in the food. It’s tasty but just not excellent authentic Italian. When I asked for sliced Parmesan I was told they only have the powdered version. Which is odd for an Italian restaurant. Also the food comes out two minutes after ordered which also raises concerns. Is it not freshly made ?? The brochette was these thick pieces of toast, almost breakfast size, the zucchini flowers were awful too. This is a good restaurant for people who don’t know authentic Italian cuisine. I won’t be back.
   

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   Matt

   San Francisco

   1 review

   1.0

   1 review

   Dined on 28 November 2024

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 1

   We have eaten here before and always enjoyed their food. However, on Thanksgiving, it was a disaster. It took close to an hour for the appetizer house salad to come out. When our Thanksgiving special entree appeared, the waiter mentioned they were running out of food. This was evident by my tablespoon portion of mashed potatoes and stuffing, which ended up being cold. Our dinner included a choice of dessert from three pies. Unfortunately, they were out of two of three pies. We got stuck eating a pie that none of us wanted. Very disappointing Thanksgiving experience.
   

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   Joseph

   Richmond

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 28 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was excellent and our server Josue did an excellent job! Dominic, the general manager, was quite the host as well. We will be back again for sure! 
   

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   Jerry

   Fort Lauderdale

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 27 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   we come here all the time. The food is consistently good to outstanding. Highly recommended
   

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   Sandy

   VIP

   Cincinnati

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 26 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   service was great, food was unique and really authentic-super yummy !
   

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    Dr Tatiana

    VIP

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    This restaurant is one of my all time favorites. We are regulars here. The food is like being in Italy and the service is outstanding. They have a great vibe with live music and great cocktails and wine list.
    

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