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Grano Arso, Chester, CT

Grano Arso

4.8
4.8
1568 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
22:30
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Owned and operated by husband and wife, Chef Joel and Lani Gargano, coupled with warm and knowledgeable hospitality and a creative and experience kitchen team with Grano Arso is the neighborhood go-to eatery for wholesome cooking, Italian wine, local beers, and specialty cocktails. We invite you to come and experience what community means to us!

***Please note for large parties of 6 and more there is a service charge of 22%. There is a prix fixe menu requirement for parties of 7 to 12 with a service charge of 22% and 50% deposit. Guests will need to have the restaurant book large parties and will not be able to do so on Opentable.***

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 322-3143
  • Website
    http://www.granoct.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    ​ ​Joel Gargano
  • Catering
    Please contact Lani Gargano or Lauren via email at lani@granoct.com or Lauren@granoct.com for catering inquiring.
  • Private party facilities
    Grano Arso is available for private events. Please reach out to Lauren at lauren@granoct.com about packages and pricing! For prompt responses, please cc Lani Gargano as well using lani@granoct.com.
  • Location
    6 Main Street, Chester, CT 06412
  • Area
    Chester
  • Cross Street
    ​Water Street
  • Parking details
    Municipal lot plus street parking
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

Experiences

  • Piedmont Wine Dinner

    US$130.00 per person

    8 Dec 2024 only
    Join us for our annual Piedmont, Italy wine dinner. This year we feature Pertinance Winery, the masters in the vinification of Barbaresco. Paired with traditional preparations from Chef Joel Gargano. ***Payment will be taken at the restaurant, at the end of your meal. This price does not include tax, gratuity or any additional beverages. The wines are included in the price
    Piedmont Wine Dinner photo

  • Feast of Seven Fish

    US$125.00 per person

    24 Dec 2024 only
    ***Payment will be taken at the restaurant, at the end of your meal. This price does not include tax, gratuity or any additional beverages. Running December 20th-24th We've got a feast for you with lots of fish in 5 courses! An Italian American tradition, which Chef Joel loves to prepare for all of you every year. Join us! Please note, the ala carte menu will be available except for December 24th.
    Feast of Seven Fish photo

  • Feast of Seven Fish

    US$125.00 per person

    20 Dec 2024 - 23 Dec 2024
    Running December 20th-24th We've got a feast for you with lots of fish in 5 courses! An Italian American tradition, which Chef Joel loves to prepare for all of you every year. Join us! Please note, the ala carte menu will be available except for December 24th. ***Payment will be taken at the restaurant, at the end of your meal. This price does not include tax, gratuity or any additional beverages.
    Feast of Seven Fish photo

Menu

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What 1,568 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Connecticut

    Best Food

  • Connecticut

    Italian

  • Middlesex

    Best Overall

  • Middlesex

    Best Food

  • Middlesex

    Best Service

  • Middlesex

    Best Ambience

  • Middlesex

    Best Value

  • Middlesex

    Innovative

  • Middlesex

    Healthy

  • Middlesex

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Middlesex

    Great for fine wines

  • Middlesex

    Romantic

  • Middlesex

    Good for special occasions

  • Middlesex

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grano Arso is a culinary gem in Chester, CT, celebrated for its "super inventive dishes" and "impeccable service." The restaurant's homemade pastas, like the exquisite cacio e pepe, delight diners alongside creative cocktails. Guests appreciate the "warm, attentive service" and "wonderful holiday ambience," making it perfect for special occasions and memorable dining experiences.

1,568 Reviews

  1. Susan

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and outstanding service ! We will definitely go again.

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  2. Leslie

    New York City

    44 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The bread and the pasta are out of this world. Always amazing!

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  3. Meredith

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a lovely night with friends at Grano. The food, the service and drinks were fabulous as always!

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  4. Sal

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food very good service will definitely be back to try the chefs special

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  5. Daniel

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I were celebrating our 27th wedding anniversary and had an amazing experience at Grano Arso. The food was jam packed with flavor and the service was just outstanding. The dining room was spaced nicely so that there was definitely a sense of intimacy at our little table for two. The only issue (not at all the restaurant’s fault) was the guy at a 4-top in the middle of the room who clearly thought he was having a conversation with the entire dining room. I will go back here the first chance I get.

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  6. Diane

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious! The food, ambience and service were all top notch. This was our first visit to Grano Arso and we will definitely be returning!

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  7. Lisa

    New York City

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined here many times. Definitely one of the best restaurants in the area. The service is impeccable and amazing food. A lot of detail goes into taste and presentation of every dish.

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  8. KarenZ

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique combinations, so flavorful. Enjoyed every course from salad to dessert . Excellent service. My favorite.

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  9. Chris

    Greater Boston

    44 reviews

    4.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nicole was absolutely an attentive server. Friendly and everything was perfect. Thk you

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  10. Susan

    New York City

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was a stellar experience from start to finish. Nicole, our server, was friendly and helpful, and the rest of the staff was just as attentive to us. The food was outstanding, and the prix fixe price was excellent. Also some interesting wine and cocktail options.

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FAQs

Grano Arso offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 322-3143.

Grano Arso is rated 4.8 stars by 1568 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
22:30
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Grano Arso

6 Main Street, Chester, CT 06412

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    ​Water Street
  • Area
    Chester
  • Hours of Operation
    Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Municipal lot plus street parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    ​ ​Joel Gargano
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.granoct.com/
  • Phone number
    (860) 322-3143
  • Catering
    Please contact Lani Gargano or Lauren via email at lani@granoct.com or Lauren@granoct.com for catering inquiring.
  • Private party facilities
    Grano Arso is available for private events. Please reach out to Lauren at lauren@granoct.com about packages and pricing! For prompt responses, please cc Lani Gargano as well using lani@granoct.com.
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