Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

4.4

30 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

Hot spot
Lively
Good for business meals

At Mercato, a new-school Italian restaurant, we embrace our motto: Mangia, Bevi, Ridi—Eat, Drink, Laugh. Enjoy delicious pasta, pizzas, salads, and authentic Italian dishes crafted with high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

Join us in our warm, inviting atmosphere for a casual dinner or a special night out. At Mercato, eating, drinking, and laughing are at the heart of everything we do.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 9:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 pm–12:30 am Sun 9:00 pm–10:30 pm
Phone number
(203) 587-4072
Website
https://mercatoitaliankitchen.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Matthew Delongis
Private party facilities
Mercato proudly offers a wide range of exclusive private dining experiences within our beautifully designed restaurants. Whatever special occasion you are planning, our elegant spaces provide the perfect backdrop. We are dedicated to making every event memorable and perfectly suited to your specific needs.

Location
785 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484
Neighborhood
Shelton
Parking details
Public Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 30 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

30 Reviews

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jeannie
Connecticut
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This will be the 2nd time I have been. The first time was lunch time with mom, bestie, and hubby. Food was really good. Ambiance was wonderful. Last night, I made some reservations, and it was busy. My table was ready and food was still great. We even saw a bunch of friends which was nice. Tonight we will be having a Christmas get together. I think 🤔 we addicted now.
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Wendy
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A win for Shelton…Our first time here and highly recommend! Our server, Julia, was just on third week working there and service was outstanding and food was great! Recommend mussels-the fennel and roasted garlic cream sauce was so tasty as was the octopus; the gnocchi is so fresh, it melts in your mouth; linguine & clams: an excellent amount of clams and limes how they chunks of tomatoes and foccacia crumbs. Will definitely be returning to try other items on the menu. Hope they maintain their level of service and food quality.
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Melissa
Connecticut
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was incredible. It was a little loud but that’s because it was so busy which is a good sign! Will definitely be back!
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Gregory
VIP
New York City
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar offers a dining experience that seamlessly combines authentic Italian flavors with refined service. From the moment you arrive, the elegant yet inviting ambiance creates the perfect setting for an unforgettable meal. The menu features a well-curated selection of Italian dishes, beginning with exceptional appetizers. The lamb chops are expertly seasoned and cooked to perfection, while the eggplant, prepared with delicate seasoning and a perfect texture, is a standout. The entrées are equally impressive. The lasagna is a highlight, featuring layers of perfectly cooked pasta, rich meat sauce, and creamy cheese baked to perfection. Complementing the cuisine is an extensive wine list, thoughtfully composed to enhance the dining experience. The staff is not only attentive but also highly knowledgeable, offering insightful recommendations to suit individual preferences. The attention to detail extends to dessert, where the affogato, a delightful blend of espresso and creamy gelato, provides a satisfying finish to the meal. Whether for a special occasion or a casual evening, Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar consistently delivers excellence in both food and service. Highly recommended for those seeking an authentic and elegant Italian dining experience.
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Casey
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Restaurants is beautiful, staff was attentive and food was really good. Music was way too loud and the staff could barely hear our order and it was tough to have conversation at the table
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Gerry
VIP
New York City
16 reviews
3.0
16 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Before you get into the building, you are confronted with an insane parking situation. The parking lot at 5:30 was almost completely full, and there are still several more businesses and restaurants that are still under construction. I cant imagine what it will be like when everything is up and running. For a restaurant that is just a few weeks old they are remarkably organized, although I think they could use a few more wait staff. We were promptly seat although we were 15 minutes early. The waiter was prompt, courteous, although never came back to see if we wanted a second glass of wine. We split an app (crispy eggplant napoleon) which was very good and lived up to it crispy name. We split a pizza, which a) took a long time by pizza standards to arrive, and b)while actually very tasty, was not hot. I expect when eating pizza in, that it be served hot, but at least it wasn't cold. We weren't rushed, although the young lady with the seating chart who walked by us several time would give the impression that they'd like us to hurry along, we were assured by the waiter that we should take all the time we want. In all I'd say a pretty good experience EXCEPT FOR THE NOISE. When we arrived it was noisy, by the time we left and hour later, it was impossible to conduct a conversation. There does not appear to be any attempt to moderate the sound, Everything is brick glass stone and wood. I'm no acoustic expert, but there must be something they could do to mitigate the noise level. We'll go back after the holidays and try again
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Nick
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good first experience at the restaurant. Service was good. Food was good.
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SharonD
New York City
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our table which was a velvet booth for fivec needed more light. We could see menu’s nor our food
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John
New York City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This place was perfect! The only drawback was that we had a reservation and was seated 25 min later but it once seated it was fast and amazing the food was top tier and the bread was 10/10
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Joseph
New York City
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Kyle was excellent. very attentive and was always checking on us. Meghan is also the best server at the Mercato can't say enough about her kindness and knowledge of the menu. One negative I have is the Carl Anthony's Calamari it doesn't come close to Carl Anthony's, beside for $19 I got a total of 12 calamari and just as many peppers. Terrible I know prices went up but I think more that 12 calamari for $19 isn't asking to much!!
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FAQs

Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 587-4072.

Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton is rated 4.4 stars by 30 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 50 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

785 Bridgeport Ave, Shelton, CT 06484

Additional information

Neighborhood
Shelton
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Brunch Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu 9:30 pm–11:00 pm Fri, Sat 10:30 pm–12:30 am Sun 9:00 pm–10:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Executive chef
Matthew Delongis
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Dancing, Delivery, Entertainment, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://mercatoitaliankitchen.com/
Phone number
(203) 587-4072
Private party facilities
Mercato proudly offers a wide range of exclusive private dining experiences within our beautifully designed restaurants. Whatever special occasion you are planning, our elegant spaces provide the perfect backdrop. We are dedicated to making every event memorable and perfectly suited to your specific needs.

Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

What 30 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

Does Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton restaurant rated?

Is Mercato Italian Kitchen & Bar - Shelton currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information