LoMonaco's Ristorante Italiano
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This has been a favorite of ours all the years we lived in Connecticut from Darien to Old Lyme.
Last. Night did not disappoint! 6 of us all ordered different dishes and there were raves for all of them.
At the end of the meal, the chef/owner came to our table to see how we enjoyed our dinner. And chatted with us finally sending a plate of deserts to us.
Everything was perfect and I cannot wait to go back especially for those crab cakes !
Last. Night did not disappoint! 6 of us all ordered different dishes and there were raves for all of them.
At the end of the meal, the chef/owner came to our table to see how we enjoyed our dinner. And chatted with us finally sending a plate of deserts to us.
Everything was perfect and I cannot wait to go back especially for those crab cakes !
Excellent food, good service.
Really excellent personal pie here. The ideal ratio of crust : sauce : cheese. The crust is crisp, not too thick or too burnt. The sauce is fresh and savory, with a consistent smooth texture and no unnecessary tomato chunks. The cheese is properly done with a proper golden color. It feels like the culinary tradition of this establishment is baked into this pie. All the better that it was reasonably priced for lunch. I will be back for more.
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 11:30AM - 3PM 4:30 - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 11:30AM - 3PM 4:30 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 4:30 - 9PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Friday | 11:30AM - 3PM 4:30 - 9PM |
| Saturday | 4:30 - 9PM 11:30AM - 3PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 9PM |
LoMonaco's Ristorante Italiano offers authentic Italian cuisine, with great meals and attentive service. The restaurant serves a variety of dishes, including the popular Portobello app, Shrimp laMonaco, and Salmon special. The standout dish is the Veal LoMonico, featuring two pieces of veal topped with prosciutto and cheese, accompanied by a side of pasta and excellent sauce. The atmosphere is casual and inviting, with good wheelchair accessibility and old-school dining cloth napkins and starched tablecloths that add to the experience.
The take-out pizza is considered the best in town, known for its terrific crust and a variety of delicious toppings, including personal pie with an ideal ratio of crust, sauce, and cheese, and a sausage/mozzarella pizza with big chunks of sausage. Prices are very reasonable, and the restaurant's catering service has received high praise for its amazing food and service. Customers enjoy the homemade bread, tasty desserts with a touch of espresso, and the relaxed ambiance with delightful service. Many customers have noted that the food is fantastic, and the salads are fresh and plentiful. LoMonaco's is recognized as the Italian staple of Branford, where everything is made fresh, with no frozen ingredients. It remains a hidden gem that never disappoints.