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Valbella Connecticut, Riverside, CT

Valbella Connecticut

4.7
4.7
1194 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
21:30
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Valbella, which since 1992 has been a celebratory place and a regular haunt for the locals who pack it most nights of the week both for its sumptuous food and its astonishing wine cellar, containing 1,450 selections and 16,000 bottles.
Downstairs in the wine cellar is where many people hold private parties of various sizes,and what a splendidly beautiful room it is, done in polished wood, with a lovely fireplace, the tables impeccably set, the stemware thin, the temperature geared to the maintenance of the wine.
Also an outstanding feature of the wine cellar is a heated granite table that can accommodate up to sixteen guests.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 637-1155
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please contact us for our catering menu.
  • Private party facilities
    Valbella is the ideal venue for any occasion. Our professional and courteous staff will ensure that your corporate events or social gatherings will be personalized to your specific requirements. Please contact Christina@valbellact.com or Lino@valbellact.com
  • Private party contact
    Christina DeMarco: (203) 637-1155

What 1,194 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Connecticut

    Good for special occasions

  • Connecticut

    Italian

  • Fairfield

    Great for fine wines

  • Fairfield

    Good for special occasions

  • Fairfield

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valbella Connecticut offers an exceptional dining experience, making it a prime spot for celebrations and intimate gatherings. Guests rave about the "amazing service" and "fantastic cuisine." Their wine selection is vast, complementing the "uncommonly delicious" dishes. While some dishes may vary, the overall ambiance and attentive service ensure a memorable visit.

1,194 Reviews
  1. Ariana

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place for a special occasion or if you just want to have a great time! Food was amazing

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  2. Barbara

    VIP

    New York City

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been to Valbella many, many times and often for a holiday. This Christmas Eve was very unusual in my experience. Our table wasn’t ready when we came in. The bar and entranceway were packed and I thought we’d never be seated. We did wait 15 minutes but apologies all around. There must have been a problem because I’ve never experienced this. Once we sat down at the best table (in front of the fireplace), all went well. The waiter was fantastic: he didn’t rush us, had a sense of humor and acted like we were his only table. Everyone enjoyed their meals. A lovely way to spend Christmas Eve.

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  3. Michael

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    outstanding experience. Tremendous service, food top notch

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  4. martin

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Always a favorite! Great food and service. Extensive wine list and excellent bartender. Wish they decorated more for the holidays.

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  5. Linda Vita

    VIP

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 16 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place for a work holiday lunch or dinner. Food is delightful, but rich!

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  6. John

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Total experience was excellent. Food was great. Service was wonderful. Atmosphere was perfect. Couldn’t ask for better.

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  7. Umran

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food, homely atmosphere, always good impression

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  8. Jennifer

    New York City

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Weird to see a bathroom attendant in a three stall room. Felt awkward.

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  9. Tamara

    VIP

    New York City

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on 27 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place always delivers! Consistently serving delicious food with impeccable service.

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  10. larry

    VIP

    New York City

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of CT’s best restaurants. Consistently good food and service. Very nice ambiance.

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FAQs

Valbella Connecticut offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 637-1155.

Valbella Connecticut is rated 4.7 stars by 1194 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
21:30
Booked 15 times today

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Google Map for Valbella Connecticut

1309 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Soundbeach Avenue
  • Area
    Riverside
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Fri 11:00 am–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot and Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
  • Phone number
    (203) 637-1155
  • Catering
    Please contact us for our catering menu.
  • Private party facilities
    Valbella is the ideal venue for any occasion. Our professional and courteous staff will ensure that your corporate events or social gatherings will be personalized to your specific requirements. Please contact Christina@valbellact.com or Lino@valbellact.com
  • Private party contact
    Christina DeMarco: (203) 637-1155
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