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Valbella Connecticut, Riverside, CT
Valbella Connecticut, Riverside, CT
Valbella Connecticut, Riverside, CT
Valbella Connecticut, Riverside, CT
Valbella Connecticut, Riverside, CT

Valbella Connecticut

4.9 (1223)
$50 and over
Italian
1309 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for business meals
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 10:00pm, Friday: 11:00am - 10:00pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm Optional Saturday/Sunday Open for Large Private Parties Only
  • Phone number
    (203) 637-1155
  • Website
    http://www.valbellagreenwich.com/
  • 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
  • Location
    1309 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878
  • Neighborhood
    Riverside
  • Cross street
    Soundbeach Avenue
  • Parking details
    Parking Lot and Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Private dining

Menu

Valbella Connecticut's menu was last updated on 5/11/2025.

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,223 people are saying

Valbella Connecticut reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Great for fine wines

  • Fairfield

    Best Service

  • Fairfield

    Best Ambiance

  • Fairfield

    Great for fine wines

  • Fairfield

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valbella Connecticut is a culinary gem known for its "exceptional experience" and "phenomenal meals." Guests rave about the "attentive service," "consistently delicious food," and "romantic, beautiful setting." It's a perfect spot for special occasions, offering "impeccable service" and "wonderful dining experiences." The wine list and Italian dishes are especially praised.
1,223 Reviews

  1. Kimberly

    New York City7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing and the service even better. Our waiter had great suggestions and was very attentive. Wish I could give 6 stars for the service.

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  2. David VIP

    New York City36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is outstanding hits on all cylinders food service ambience they know what they’re doing not cheap but you do get what you pay for servers are extremely knowledgeable

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  3. Joseph VIP

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had a wonderful birthday experience with an outstanding wine, dinner, desert, coffee and truly excellent and attentive service. Couldn’t have been more enjoyable. We look forward to returning.

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  4. Steven VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never ever disappointed! Always fantastic! Always so good and treated like family !

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  5. Valerie

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Valbella is always an exceptional experience! Mike, our server was professional engaging and just an overall wonderful person.

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  6. Beth VIP

    New York City25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always delicious. One of our favorite restaurants to go to.

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  7. Tim

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again, we had a phenomenal meal at Valbella’s! The traditional Caesar Salad has a solid slice of Romano cheese over it and is well proportioned. The Chilean Seabass was perfectly baked with a light crispy exterior. We ate upstairs at a table for (4) by the window…. Which was perfect. One of my favorite consistent experiences at Valbella is the incredibly attentive service. You’re never waiting for water to be served, your first cocktail, bread, or anything else. The wait staff makes sure they’re always close by to attend to your every need. The owner (Nick) always comes tableside to say hello and check in to make sure everything is to your liking. There aren’t many places like that around anymore… 

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  8. Sharon VIP

    Portland4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in CT. Food was delicious. Service was like royalty. What a treat !

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  9. Mary Ellen VIP

    New York City15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service that is always consistent , romantic, beautiful setting in the garden room with great food.

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  10. Peter

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The best place to go for a special occasion. Celebrated our son's birthday with great food and ambiance of the wine cellar. Wait staff always attentive...Mike O'Neil was our waiter. Best regards to the staff.

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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 4.9 stars by 1223 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
7:00 PM
Booked 12 times today
Google Map for Valbella Connecticut

1309 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside, CT 06878

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Soundbeach Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Riverside
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 4:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 11:00am - 10:00pm, Friday: 11:00am - 10:00pm, Saturday: 5:00pm - 10:30pm Optional Saturday/Sunday Open for Large Private Parties Only
  • 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
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.valbellagreenwich.com/
  • 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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