Really great venue for dining. Great food and drinks, and wonderful service. I will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lorraine Love
Some of the best food I've eaten since leaving NYC. The veal was delicious, the marinara sauce, Perfect! Blue cheese dressing on the salad -Deliziosa. Italian bread warmed perfectly, butter softened, NOT hard as a brick(that's always annoyed me!!). Subdued lighting, and a very nice atmosphere. Service was top notch. My only gripe is this... We sat(4 of us) at a table surrounded by 2, maybe 3 Large parties of 6+ people, and it was difficult to hear our own conversation... Didn't matter while we were eating...we were much too busy enjoying the food. Excellent work Mario's chef's, and staff. EXCELLENT WORK! This restaurant will be added to our regular, and favorite places for Italian food. They also have steaks, and burgers too. .....Till next time.Parking: Unless you are fortunate, be prepared for a bit of a walk. There is parking on the street in front of the restaurant, across the street from the restaurant, and surrounding area. It's not a difficult walk, and WORTH it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Parm
Ed Jones
Harry and Sonny are the best !!!food is excellent, great atmosphere love it here !!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tom D.
1st Timers to Mario's Tuscany Grill in Winsted this afternoon (although I did get a takeout cheese pizza from them about a year ago, I was very underwhelmed with that pizza, needed to be cooked longer. It was just not up to my standards in a state known for its pizza). We started off with a fried calamari appetizer -- it was good. My wife had some white sangria, she wasn't impressed, the drink lacked any fruit pieces in it. LONG wait for our entrees to come out. So long, that a table nearby that had been seated at the same time as us, had already eaten and left before our meals finally arrived at our table. When my wife cut into her Peppercorn steak, she realized it was undercooked, so they took it back to the kitchen. When it came back out, it was perfect, one of the best steaks she has ever had. The sauce was also outstanding. My Salmon ala Mario was "OK", I'll be honest, I've had better salmon at other restaurants. All in all, I'd say we were a bit disappointed with our experience at Mario's Tuscany Grill this afternoon. But that's not to say we wouldn't go back, if my wife had a hankering for a Bangin' steak, I'm pretty sure she'd want to go to Mario's. Next time though, I'll order "something Italian" and see how it goes. Will write an update when that happens.
Harry E Coon
Food portions went down but prices went up?
Donna L.
Warmly greeted by Sarah; and when I asked for a table versus a booth -- she was kind and gracious. Our server Al -- was the best of the best! Our meal was off the grid wonderful! Once again the Spedini was over the top exceptional, the calamari cooked to perfection. The two men had steaks; my husband the porterhouse special which was huge and he said delicious and perfectly prepared. Our nephew had the filet mike on and he said his was so tender and succulent. My seafood combination was oh so good; my favorite combination and with the pasta; I am always in heaven! While we were all claiming to be stuffed -- we made room for dessert. I had - just had to have tartufo. The dark chocolate covering with the dark chocolate ice cream was the perfect ending for me. My husband said the cheesecake delicious and the afagato for my nephew -- a perfect ending. You can never go wrong at Mario's -- the food is always perfectly prepared. And Al was an excellent server who made for a wonderful evening out.
Lauren F.
Mario's is one my very favorite restaurants. It offers traditional, but also unique Italian dishes that are delicious and comforting. The entire restaurant and their staff are very welcoming and kind- the Italian decor and vibe is cozy. The food is very good! I've had a variety of dishes over time- some of my favorites are the Salmon ala Mario, Lobster Ravioli, and Chicken Neopolatana. The best appetizer by far is the Spedini! Get it! You'll want to lick the bowl. The dishes are also always beautiful and good portions. The service is always wonderful.
Barkhamsted Seniors
Awesome food, service and atmosphere. Jessica was great! Highly recommend!
Nicolas Warren
Wonderful family dining experience, even with our rambunctious 2.5 year old. Impressively fresh ingredients and balanced flavors. Just enough sauces, not too much. I'm happy Winsted has such a nice place.Kid-friendliness: They were happy to accommodate my little guy, even with warm milk!
Great classic Italian food. Warm and friendly atmosphere in the bar and restaurant. Attentive and professional staff. Owners are always present and visible and also friendly. I wish I could bottle the classic Italian aroma.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access. All first floor and open aisles.
amazing food and server was great too. loved the seasonal Christmas decorations they had as well. lightning inside is perfect too
mary h.
this is our go to for pizza locally. The pizza is a thin crust, good taste, crispy bacon, decent toppings- but its a bit on the small side. As for meals - I find it a total hit or miss. Iv'e had chicken parm perfect once , but then the next time it was tough and rubbery. Lasagna was assembled really oddly and had a massive amount of meat and barely any cheese. sauce is usually ok ,but on one occasion it was so bland. The dining room is nice looking and staff always friendly.
Kyra N.
Looking for good bites that are local to you? Check this place out in Winsted. We love coming here for some pizza, wings and calamari. The calamari is always cooked to perfection and this time they had a calamari puttanesca special which we had to try and we are so happy we did, it was quite honestly the best calamari I've ever had. The wings are also just as good, we order them extra crispy and they are perfect every time. The wings are a great size and the meat isn't fatty which is a huge win in our book. The complimentary bread and sun dried tomato oil they have is really what brings us back every time. I wish I had the recipe, quite honestly. And of course the delicious pizzas they serve. The crust is exactly what I'm looking for when I order a pizza and it's hard to find in this area. Whoever serves us when we come here is always kind and very quick. Our drink is never empty and there is always food on the table. What's also nice about this place is the option to sit at the bar with whatever sports games are on or being able to sit in the dining room for a more formal experience. Can't wait to come back!
chris hill
We were invited to join another couple at Mario’s in Winsted. First time experience for us. Exceptional service with a very nice menu ? The chicken franchise was excellent !! Chef Sonny came out after dinner to say hello and offer a after dinner drink.
Really great venue for dining. Great food and drinks, and wonderful service. I will be back for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Some of the best food I've eaten since leaving NYC. The veal was delicious, the marinara sauce, Perfect! Blue cheese dressing on the salad -Deliziosa. Italian bread warmed perfectly, butter softened, NOT hard as a brick(that's always annoyed me!!). Subdued lighting, and a very nice atmosphere. Service was top notch. My only gripe is this... We sat(4 of us) at a table surrounded by 2, maybe 3 Large parties of 6+ people, and it was difficult to hear our own conversation... Didn't matter while we were eating...we were much too busy enjoying the food. Excellent work Mario's chef's, and staff. EXCELLENT WORK! This restaurant will be added to our regular, and favorite places for Italian food. They also have steaks, and burgers too. .....Till next time.Parking: Unless you are fortunate, be prepared for a bit of a walk. There is parking on the street in front of the restaurant, across the street from the restaurant, and surrounding area. It's not a difficult walk, and WORTH it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Parm
Harry and Sonny are the best !!!food is excellent, great atmosphere love it here !!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
1st Timers to Mario's Tuscany Grill in Winsted this afternoon (although I did get a takeout cheese pizza from them about a year ago, I was very underwhelmed with that pizza, needed to be cooked longer. It was just not up to my standards in a state known for its pizza). We started off with a fried calamari appetizer -- it was good. My wife had some white sangria, she wasn't impressed, the drink lacked any fruit pieces in it. LONG wait for our entrees to come out. So long, that a table nearby that had been seated at the same time as us, had already eaten and left before our meals finally arrived at our table. When my wife cut into her Peppercorn steak, she realized it was undercooked, so they took it back to the kitchen. When it came back out, it was perfect, one of the best steaks she has ever had. The sauce was also outstanding. My Salmon ala Mario was "OK", I'll be honest, I've had better salmon at other restaurants. All in all, I'd say we were a bit disappointed with our experience at Mario's Tuscany Grill this afternoon. But that's not to say we wouldn't go back, if my wife had a hankering for a Bangin' steak, I'm pretty sure she'd want to go to Mario's. Next time though, I'll order "something Italian" and see how it goes. Will write an update when that happens.
Food portions went down but prices went up?
Warmly greeted by Sarah; and when I asked for a table versus a booth -- she was kind and gracious. Our server Al -- was the best of the best! Our meal was off the grid wonderful! Once again the Spedini was over the top exceptional, the calamari cooked to perfection. The two men had steaks; my husband the porterhouse special which was huge and he said delicious and perfectly prepared. Our nephew had the filet mike on and he said his was so tender and succulent. My seafood combination was oh so good; my favorite combination and with the pasta; I am always in heaven! While we were all claiming to be stuffed -- we made room for dessert. I had - just had to have tartufo. The dark chocolate covering with the dark chocolate ice cream was the perfect ending for me. My husband said the cheesecake delicious and the afagato for my nephew -- a perfect ending. You can never go wrong at Mario's -- the food is always perfectly prepared. And Al was an excellent server who made for a wonderful evening out.
Mario's is one my very favorite restaurants. It offers traditional, but also unique Italian dishes that are delicious and comforting. The entire restaurant and their staff are very welcoming and kind- the Italian decor and vibe is cozy. The food is very good! I've had a variety of dishes over time- some of my favorites are the Salmon ala Mario, Lobster Ravioli, and Chicken Neopolatana. The best appetizer by far is the Spedini! Get it! You'll want to lick the bowl. The dishes are also always beautiful and good portions. The service is always wonderful.
Awesome food, service and atmosphere. Jessica was great! Highly recommend!
Wonderful family dining experience, even with our rambunctious 2.5 year old. Impressively fresh ingredients and balanced flavors. Just enough sauces, not too much. I'm happy Winsted has such a nice place.Kid-friendliness: They were happy to accommodate my little guy, even with warm milk!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Stuffed Mushrooms, Chicken Picata, Fried Calamari
Great classic Italian food. Warm and friendly atmosphere in the bar and restaurant. Attentive and professional staff. Owners are always present and visible and also friendly. I wish I could bottle the classic Italian aroma.Wheelchair accessibility: Easy access. All first floor and open aisles.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmegiana, Caprese Salad, Steamed Broccoli, Chicken Picata, Veal Parm, Fettucine Alfredo, House Bread, Chicken Marsala, Veal Chop, Garlic Bread
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amazing food and server was great too. loved the seasonal Christmas decorations they had as well. lightning inside is perfect too
this is our go to for pizza locally. The pizza is a thin crust, good taste, crispy bacon, decent toppings- but its a bit on the small side. As for meals - I find it a total hit or miss. Iv'e had chicken parm perfect once , but then the next time it was tough and rubbery. Lasagna was assembled really oddly and had a massive amount of meat and barely any cheese. sauce is usually ok ,but on one occasion it was so bland. The dining room is nice looking and staff always friendly.
Looking for good bites that are local to you? Check this place out in Winsted. We love coming here for some pizza, wings and calamari. The calamari is always cooked to perfection and this time they had a calamari puttanesca special which we had to try and we are so happy we did, it was quite honestly the best calamari I've ever had. The wings are also just as good, we order them extra crispy and they are perfect every time. The wings are a great size and the meat isn't fatty which is a huge win in our book. The complimentary bread and sun dried tomato oil they have is really what brings us back every time. I wish I had the recipe, quite honestly. And of course the delicious pizzas they serve. The crust is exactly what I'm looking for when I order a pizza and it's hard to find in this area. Whoever serves us when we come here is always kind and very quick. Our drink is never empty and there is always food on the table. What's also nice about this place is the option to sit at the bar with whatever sports games are on or being able to sit in the dining room for a more formal experience. Can't wait to come back!
We were invited to join another couple at Mario’s in Winsted. First time experience for us. Exceptional service with a very nice menu ? The chicken franchise was excellent !! Chef Sonny came out after dinner to say hello and offer a after dinner drink.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari
Food and service were amazing. Nice Italian gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5