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Leo's Ristorante, Bristol, RI

Leo's Ristorante

4.2
4.2
464 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
Leo’s was first opened in 1948 by Italian immigrants Pantaleone (Leo) Mancieri and his wife Virginia (Nonni). Established mainly as a pizzeria in the State Street section of Bristol, the restaurant quickly gained a local following and served as a popular lunch destination for workers and families alike. Leo and Virginia, along with sons Mario and Reno, worked tirelessly to produce great fresh Italian favorites and create a friendly environment for their customers.
The original Leo’s remained open until 1976 when the family decided to close after Leo passes away, and in the year 2000 Leo’s grandson, Paul Mancieri, relocated to 365 Hope Street in the heart of historic downtown Bristol. Paul and his wife Adriana pride themselves on bringing back the spirit and the recipes of the pizzeria ran by Leo and Nonni. Welcome to Leo’s Ristorante! Enjoy our family recipes, preserved for three generations and plated with care and love by Paul, Adriana and their staff.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 253-9300
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Mancieri
  • Catering
    Be a guest at your own event! Leo's provides catering for all occasions. Check our Catering Menu on our website LeosRistoranteRI.com
  • Area
    Bristol
  • Parking details
    Additional parking available at public lot on Church and Thames St., and at public lot on Thames St. close to Constitution St.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 464 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Bristol County

    Good for groups

  • Bristol County

    Healthy

  • Bristol County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Bristol County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Bristol County

    Good for special occasions

  • Bristol County

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Leo's Ristorante, a staple in historic Bristol, RI, is celebrated for its "great pasta and seafood" and "excellent pizza." The atmosphere is inviting, with friendly and attentive staff. While service can occasionally be inconsistent, the delicious food, especially the "crispy and flavorful chicken Parmesan," keeps patrons coming back.

464 Reviews
  1. Helen

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    47 reviews

    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time there. Drove over an hour and it’s worth it. Cozy vibe, good food, old school ambiance, excellent service.

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  2. Amy

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    service was outstanding we loved the garlic bread and meals

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  3. Michael

    VIP

    Rhode Island

    22 reviews

    2.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    It was very disappointing. My husband ordered veal brachiole. Which is rolled with cheese or a different meat. His came as a round looking meatball with nothing inside. I ordered the Lobster special with angel hair pasta and shrimp. The lobster was rubbery and only 3 shrimp. My husband also ordered a dry martini with the house vodka. They billed us for Grey Goose. The service was under par. The gentleman who was our server was never around. We asked for bread when we first sat down. He said it takes awhile. Ok I get that. By the time our meals came after the appetizers. I asked for bread again. He said I guess I can bring you some slices. He never brought the grated cheese we asked for. Our glasses of wine never came. My husband had to go and get our wine and the cheese after 20 mins. The experience at Leo’s was just disappointing. We will not be going back.

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  4. David

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food excellent as usual. Service the same. Always feel welcomed.

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  5. Stephanie

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    79 reviews

    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on 24 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Once again our dinner at Leo’s was fabulous!!! The chicken parm was crispy, tasty, absolutely delicious and plentiful!!!! Definitely worth a return visit soon!

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  6. Melissa

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service is always excellent! Our waitress was beyond accommodating with anything we asked for.

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  7. Spencer

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Nothing special. Every meal at our table for 7 was average at best. Very small drink portions. Likely Not to return.

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  8. Bill

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 6 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Looking for a quiet, quaint place to enjoy a delicious meal? This should be an option...easy to find, easy to park....an enjoyable evening! We'll be going back!
    Leo's RistoranteResponded on 9 November 2024
    Thank you very much for your review, Bill! We'll be looking forward to having you again

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  9. Lisa

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had the fish and tortellini dishes. Outstanding
    Leo's RistoranteResponded on 9 November 2024
    Thank you very much for your review, Lisa! We are so happy to know you enjoyed your meals. Hope to see you again soon

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  10. Michael

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience here. I think the food quality is the best Italian, in the area, and the prices very reasonable. We love this place.
    Leo's RistoranteResponded on 27 October 2024
    Thank you very much for your review, Michael! We really appreciate your kind words!

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FAQs

Leo's Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (401) 253-9300.

Leo's Ristorante is rated 4.2 stars by 464 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
19:00
Booked 6 times today

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Google Map for Leo's Ristorante

365 HOPE STREET, Bristol, RI 02809

Additional information

  • Area
    Bristol
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Additional parking available at public lot on Church and Thames St., and at public lot on Thames St. close to Constitution St.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Mancieri
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (401) 253-9300
  • Catering
    Be a guest at your own event! Leo's provides catering for all occasions. Check our Catering Menu on our website LeosRistoranteRI.com
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