Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro

97 S Main St, Newtown
(203) 426-0805

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George

We were very happy with the dining experience while we were celebrating our anniversary. We will definitely be back.

Adria

As usual, the food and service at Sal e Pepe's was exceptional. Not only are all the menu choices wonderful, but visually appealing as well. With owner Angela Marini‘s personable conversation with diners and constant monitoring of table service and diner's meals, an evening at Sal Pepe's is always a great experience! Looking forward to my nest meal there.

Dave Walker

A charming, friendly place with a varied menu and some nice craft cocktails. Works for a family or for a date. Recently went there with a group of friends and got great service even though they were busy.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Rita

The seafood pasta dish was excellent we both loved the sauce As always the mussels were plump and juicy

Lynda

Wonderful evening, delicious dinner, although the atmosphere was flat, we were seated in a separate room, closed off from the main dining room. Service was great, as was the food and drinks. Would not want to sit in the side room ever again.

victor degirolamo

Everything was fantastic!!

Lisa Murray

We were there for New Years Eve. First let me say that the food was really good. Best in the state, no, but still very good. There were four of us, and everyone enjoyed their meals. The service, on the other hand, was really frustrating. I understand that holidays are challenging for busy restaurants, but this was over the top. We were seated promptly, but then it was 15 minutes before a server (not our server) came to take drink orders. After at least 20 minutes more (didn’t really look at the time), our server came over. No welcome, introduction, or anything, just “are you ready?” Our appetizers and salads came out fairly quickly and were good, but our server didn’t return for quite a while to see if we wanted more drinks. She didn’t come back while we were eating to see if everything was ok or if we needed anything else. We were in the restaurant for a total of 2 1/2 hours. I don’t mind relaxed dining service, but this was a bit much.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 3

Anthony

Love the name of the restaurant. Food was great. Service was great. Cappuccino very nice. The "Drunken" Cherry Parfait for dessert was outstanding!! Sal & Pepe will definitely stay on the list of restaurants for a potential return.

Sandy A

Everything was wonderful. The food, from appetizers to dessert was excellent. We had the shrimp scampi pizzetta, which is delicious. I had the Sunday Gravy dinner, and I can’t wait to eat my leftovers on Sunday! All of your waitstaff is the best! They are all extremely attentive, friendly, and polite. We are fairly new to the area, and have enjoyed your food quite a number of times. We brought our kids for the first time and they were very impressed. We’ll be back very soon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kristen Whelan

We love Sal E Pepe! The homemade pasta is such great comfort food. My go-to is the braised short rib ravioli, spectacular! I usually am able to reuse the cream sauce the next day to make my own batch of ravioli at home and the flavors are still so rich.
When we go to eat in the restaurant, the staff are extraordinary-very attentive, Shannon and Wendy are great! And the support staff (busses, food runners) are so polite and courteous and just an all around pleasure. We love getting Sal E Pepe, everyone on our family chooses this as our 'special birthday dinner'. The price is extremely fair and they offer coupons that add to the savings. Outdoor seating is also available for the warmer seasons, and decor is rotated for the time of year also, making it extra homey and cozy. Cannot recommend this restaurant enough!
Also-kids get a free ice cream dessert afterwards. Family friendly, but still very much a great date night spot!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Michelle

Our waiter was lovely. My girls loved their food. Dessert was Devine. Best puttanesca sauce I've had outside NYC.

M M

We ordered the family style chicken parmigiana dinner to bring home, which includes everything you need for the perfect dinner, and a side of garlic bread, everything was absolutely delicious. We also purchased a jar of the Sal e Pepe’s Sunday Gravy to make something special at home on another night, can’t wait to try it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sylvia Aulenti

My husband and I dined there with friends. The food was delicious and the service was excellent. The wait staff is the best I’ve seen in a long time!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Pege Payne

I just love this place! Had my wedding there!
Had dinner last night and it was excellent, as always.. Service was outstanding.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Donna S

Everything we ordered was delicious! From appetizers to our main course ending with dessert was absolutely amazing!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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Sal E Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro

97 S Main St, Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-0805