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Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar, Cheshire, CT

Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar

4.3
4.3
67 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
Welcome to Il Gusto Restaurant and Wine Bar, Cheshire's newest Italian dining experience, brought to you by restaurateur Gina Baca and Frederico Agraja, the chef and owner of the acclaimed Adriana's Restaurant and Wine Bar in New Haven. Situated at the historic location of the former Waverly Inn at 286 Maple Ave., Il Gusto revives a cherished local landmark, combining the rich heritage of its predecessor with the vibrant flavors of modern Italian cuisine. Il Gusto will feature a menu reminiscent of Adriana's, offering a delectable selection of traditional and contemporary Italian dishes. With seating for over 220 guests and a spacious banquet room, we are the perfect venue for dining, parties, meetings, and special events. Our goal is to preserve the history of the Waverly Inn by showcasing framed photographs of the original establishment, creating a warm and nostalgic atmosphere for our guests.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Phone number
    (203) 988-7970
  • Website
    https://ilgustoitalian.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    286 Maple Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410-2560
  • Neighborhood
    Cheshire
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 67 people are saying

Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 3.9Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar is a lively addition to Cheshire, celebrated for its "excellent food preparation" and "huge portions." The attentive staff ensure a memorable dining experience, though the "noise level" can be high. Diners rave about the "outstanding" chef and "wonderful service," making it a must-visit for Italian cuisine enthusiasts.

67 Reviews

  1. Bill VIP

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was spot on, the food excellent and the portions large. Some of the best calamari I've ever had. The wine list could be larger.

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  2. WillieB

    Charleston18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The beet salad is always a great way to start. My friend had the halibut and said it was delicious and portion was enormous. I went with rack of lamb , again portion was enormous. Their dining room is bright and inviting and service was excellent.

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  3. Timothy VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed an excellent meal with friends- service was very good and the food was terrific.

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  4. Tim

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Prompt service. Very good wine. We ordered the beet salad with scallops. It was great with plenty to take home. The other meal was the daily special of sea bass with spinach - which was also very tasty and a big serving. Carrot cake was very good. Second time there, we will definitely go back.

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  5. Lisa VIP

    Greater Boston28 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The seafood risotto special was fabulous. I had it w/a white sauce that was delicious. It was chock full of shrimp, mussels, scallops and clams and the risotto was very flavorful. We had plenty of leftovers to take home for additional meals too. Portion sizes are excellent and worth the otherwise slightly high cost for lunch.

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  6. DeanaD VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Was there for 2.5 hours, had one appetizer (after a long wait) and NEVER received our entrees. Talked to the owner and she was rude and dismissive. She made excuses and seemed annoyed that I was inquiring about our meals. A truly terrible dining experience. We will NEVER be back.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can’t wait to go back! Food and service were both exceptional.

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  8. Mark

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first visit. Place was packed and loud. Were promptly greeted upon our arrival. Server was friendly and kept us on a good pace - and was a great wine pourer. Food was outstanding and everyone walked out with tomorrow’s meal. Nice job renovating but a bit too loud. Desserts were great. Prices very reasonable considering quantity and quality. Glad to have Il Gusto in Cheshire! We’ll be back.

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  9. Joan VIP

    Connecticut172 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as always. We love the vibe and the excellent food preparation. The service is professional and knowledge. Beverages and wine selection excellent. A wonderful dining addition to the community .

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  10. Sandy

    Connecticut1 review

    3.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    I ordered a burger only to find out they didn't have any. A restaurant without burgers? I ordered a shrimp cocktail, which was okay. Also, where we were seated a women was so close on the side of our table, she kept flinging her hair almost landing on our table and in our food. I, most likely, will not return.

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Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar is rated 4.3 stars by 67 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today
Google Map for Il Gusto Italian Wine and Bar

286 Maple Ave, Cheshire, CT 06410-2560

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Cheshire
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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