The good: The food was delicious. The Caesar salad was excellent. On the weekend the brother that doesn't own the restaurant makes the Caesar salad now. He told us about how he learned to make it from his father. I really enjoyed hearing the story and watching him make it up close. It made up for the slow service. The bad: The service was extremely slow. It took 30+ minutes to get our drinks ordered and served and our orders taken. They did bring out the complimentary appetizer before that but it would have been great to have at least my drink order filled. This was a birthday celebration that I did notate on the reservation. Had 2 of my friends not been there with us we probably would have left because sitting for 30 mins with no acknowledgment is really pretty unacceptable. I understand being busy and short staffed but I did very politely mention to the hostess prior to that no one had waited on us. She came over and said oh you have the complimentary appetizer and said they are very busy. She should have at least taken our drink orders. Also my partner ordered the surf and turf. Online it says filet and lobster. He got filet and crab cake. He did not say anything because we had waited so long to get orders placed and to get the food. The steak was cooked exactly as he asked but a crab cake is not the same as lobster. And had he known this he wouldn't have ordered the crab cake appetizer. The waitress was also very nervous acting. She was super nice and sort of attentive just nervous and slow. We gave her a 22% tip but she would have gotten 30% had she done a better job. Overall it was a nice evening but with annoyances that I hope the restaurant sees and understands isn't acceptable especially when a reservation is notated as a birthday celebration. I will be back but not for any type of celebration with friends.
JoAnn
The food was very good but service was very slow. We had reservations at 6. We're seated at a small table (I know, I should have spoken up). We ordered a glass of wine, Caesar salads and our entrees. 20 minutes later I got my wine and it was an hour before table side salad was made. It was good though. Then another 45 minutes until entree. Would have considered dessert but it probably would have been another hour!!
Traveling Man
Probably one of the best Italian restaurants I've ever been to haven't had anything in there that I really didn't like yet if you go there it's a must that you order the Caesar salad they make it right at your table it's a heck of an experience I'm not going to give it away the bartender is on point as soon as you get somewhere near the bottom of your drink he's already there to see if you need a new one it's a must go to place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
LeroyP
Finally was able to get back out to Vincente's for a sorely needed date night with the spouse. Was once again treated to a wonderful dining experience with the table side Caesar salad and Bananas Foster. 9 oz. Filet with Scallops and Shrimp was outstanding... Was pleasantly surprised to see the third Mancari brother in the restaurant who handled the tableside preparation and entertainment. Had not seen him since the family's restaurant was on 4th street in Wilmington. The "Three Stooges" back together was inspiring. The patriarch and matriarch are both looking down on them as they continue to carry on the rich Vincente's traditions.
Joe Stew
The best Caesar Salad that is prepared right in front of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Ceaser Salad, Caesar Salad Tableside
VickieA
Crab cakes were very disappointing; all you tasted was Old Bay and very few lumps of crap, mostly filler creating a mushy texture. I literally broke out in a sweat after one bite, could not eat. Luckily I had a side of pasta and I split my Husbands dinner. I have been going here since Lincoln Street. I do not think We will be returning.
kjbdaddy
Absolutely the best way to enjoy an evening, a wonderful, delicious, dinner with family, surrounded by a great family run restaurant. All 4 different diners, appetizers, and WOW, that Ceaser Salad. YOU, WILL, NOT, find a better place in the area to have dinner.!
WendyApril
Normally the service is outstanding however, this time is was just good. I do know that they were shorthanded. We asked for refills on two sodas and each time it took over 10 minutes to get them. My friend normally doesn't drink the water but was having to since it took so long to get the sodas.
SuzetteL
Very nice restaurant. Ambiance was nice, service was excellent. We got the history of making the Caesar salad at the table, it was fun and most importantly delicious!! The cocktails were great too!
Susie
What a lovely surprise! The exterior of this restaurant does not tell the real story. The inside is warm and inviting and the food is the star, delivered by friendly, helpful staff. We had the caesar salad, a fun experience, and my husband had the Berkewitz, a rich combination of steak, seafood and veal. I had the veal piccata with a requested addition of crab (plus just $8). Both were outstanding and fairly priced. We finished with their scrumptious signature galiano cake, soaked in rum sauce and topped with real whipped cream. There are two large rooms and a bar area, all busy on a Friday night. For a quieter yet fun experience, ask for the "overflow" room to the right. We'll be back!
How have we not gone here sooner? My wife and I decided to (finally) give Vincente's a chance after all these years, and we're both so glad we did. From start to finish, every bit of the meal was delicious, the service was top-notch, and we left feeling like we have a new favorite place for dinner. What we had: - Andouille-stuffed shrimp: perfect balance of ingredients. Andouille could easily overpower shrimp, but it didn't. - Baked mozzarella and marinara: delicious, though probably the least exceptional part of the meal—simply because I feel like I've had it elsewhere. Sauce was outstanding, though. - Caesar salads: when is the last time you were still talking about a Caesar salad more than 5 minutes after you ate it? Simply put, these are the best we've ever had. Everything is made table-side, and they're even using their own croutons. Like the shrimp, everything was in such perfect balance. And Vinny clearly had a blast preparing it for us—we enjoyed watching him work, too. - Fettucini Alfredo with chicken: my wife had this, as it's her go-to when trying a new Italian place, and she loved it. It's amazing how many restaurants serve something like this with barely-seasoned chicken or flavorless Alfredo—not the case here. The chicken was lightly dredged and seasoned properly, and she enjoyed it very much. - Pappardelle with shrimp and scallops: this was my entree, and it was incredible! A delicious Parmesan cream sauce, perfectly cooked shrimp and scallops (very tender but with plenty of structural integrity). - Bananas foster over cheesecake: my wife had this for dessert, and I stole some, and it's one of the most delicious desserts I've ever had. The depth of flavor in the sauce is ridiculous. - Tiramisu: My favorite dessert, so I had to try it. It has another proportion of cake/lady fingers to cream than what you can get at Tony's Cafe (my personal favorite tiramisu), but it was still one of the best I've had. Thanks for an amazing meal! We'll be back!
DelawareDan
I hesitate to write this review, as Vincente's is and has been Northern Delaware's best kept secret for years.. ( i.e. I enjoy the fact that I can still get a reservation for a Friday night dinner when I call on Wed!) Brothers Danny, Tommy and Vincent excel in their roles keeping old-school service and awesome food quality alive and well at Vincente's. Their Dad would be so proud.. Along with the theatrics provided when their signature Caesar salad is prepared table side, you will not find a better tasting classic salad outside of Italy! Folks, I literally crave this salad.. I have never had a miss with any of their entrees, with the Rib-eye au Poivre and Veal Louisa being my personal favorites. But make sure you at least get a side of pasta- the gravy is authentic and delicioso?? They also provide a simple small complimentary Hors d'oeuvre that is so delicious, my wife chose to order it as an entree last night! Treat yourself to a rare dining experience and visit the brothers, you will NOT be disappointed!
Wheelchairmanjon
Delicious authentic Italian cuisine as a Italian myself I loved
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kent Wannamaker
We had dinner here last night with friends.The food and service was above and beyond anything in the area.You won’t be disappointed eating here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
StanTheMan
Our go to when we are in town. Always feel welcomed. I had the Veal Parm and my with had the Filet and Crab combo. Both dishes were cooked to perfection. We also had the Caesar's Salad presented tableside. Great salad and great conversation with Vincent Jr, one of the three brothers that run the restaurant. For desert we had the Galiano cake with homemade whipped cream. Delicious! It was packed and the service was a little slow. The wait staff was apologetic and kept a sense of humor as they worked their butts off. Kudos on a job well done.
The good: The food was delicious. The Caesar salad was excellent. On the weekend the brother that doesn't own the restaurant makes the Caesar salad now. He told us about how he learned to make it from his father. I really enjoyed hearing the story and watching him make it up close. It made up for the slow service. The bad: The service was extremely slow. It took 30+ minutes to get our drinks ordered and served and our orders taken. They did bring out the complimentary appetizer before that but it would have been great to have at least my drink order filled. This was a birthday celebration that I did notate on the reservation. Had 2 of my friends not been there with us we probably would have left because sitting for 30 mins with no acknowledgment is really pretty unacceptable. I understand being busy and short staffed but I did very politely mention to the hostess prior to that no one had waited on us. She came over and said oh you have the complimentary appetizer and said they are very busy. She should have at least taken our drink orders. Also my partner ordered the surf and turf. Online it says filet and lobster. He got filet and crab cake. He did not say anything because we had waited so long to get orders placed and to get the food. The steak was cooked exactly as he asked but a crab cake is not the same as lobster. And had he known this he wouldn't have ordered the crab cake appetizer. The waitress was also very nervous acting. She was super nice and sort of attentive just nervous and slow. We gave her a 22% tip but she would have gotten 30% had she done a better job. Overall it was a nice evening but with annoyances that I hope the restaurant sees and understands isn't acceptable especially when a reservation is notated as a birthday celebration. I will be back but not for any type of celebration with friends.
The food was very good but service was very slow. We had reservations at 6. We're seated at a small table (I know, I should have spoken up). We ordered a glass of wine, Caesar salads and our entrees. 20 minutes later I got my wine and it was an hour before table side salad was made. It was good though. Then another 45 minutes until entree. Would have considered dessert but it probably would have been another hour!!
Probably one of the best Italian restaurants I've ever been to haven't had anything in there that I really didn't like yet if you go there it's a must that you order the Caesar salad they make it right at your table it's a heck of an experience I'm not going to give it away the bartender is on point as soon as you get somewhere near the bottom of your drink he's already there to see if you need a new one it's a must go to place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Finally was able to get back out to Vincente's for a sorely needed date night with the spouse. Was once again treated to a wonderful dining experience with the table side Caesar salad and Bananas Foster. 9 oz. Filet with Scallops and Shrimp was outstanding... Was pleasantly surprised to see the third Mancari brother in the restaurant who handled the tableside preparation and entertainment. Had not seen him since the family's restaurant was on 4th street in Wilmington. The "Three Stooges" back together was inspiring. The patriarch and matriarch are both looking down on them as they continue to carry on the rich Vincente's traditions.
The best Caesar Salad that is prepared right in front of you.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Ceaser Salad, Caesar Salad Tableside
Crab cakes were very disappointing; all you tasted was Old Bay and very few lumps of crap, mostly filler creating a mushy texture. I literally broke out in a sweat after one bite, could not eat. Luckily I had a side of pasta and I split my Husbands dinner. I have been going here since Lincoln Street. I do not think We will be returning.
Absolutely the best way to enjoy an evening, a wonderful, delicious, dinner with family, surrounded by a great family run restaurant. All 4 different diners, appetizers, and WOW, that Ceaser Salad. YOU, WILL, NOT, find a better place in the area to have dinner.!
Normally the service is outstanding however, this time is was just good. I do know that they were shorthanded. We asked for refills on two sodas and each time it took over 10 minutes to get them. My friend normally doesn't drink the water but was having to since it took so long to get the sodas.
Very nice restaurant. Ambiance was nice, service was excellent. We got the history of making the Caesar salad at the table, it was fun and most importantly delicious!! The cocktails were great too!
What a lovely surprise! The exterior of this restaurant does not tell the real story. The inside is warm and inviting and the food is the star, delivered by friendly, helpful staff. We had the caesar salad, a fun experience, and my husband had the Berkewitz, a rich combination of steak, seafood and veal. I had the veal piccata with a requested addition of crab (plus just $8). Both were outstanding and fairly priced. We finished with their scrumptious signature galiano cake, soaked in rum sauce and topped with real whipped cream. There are two large rooms and a bar area, all busy on a Friday night. For a quieter yet fun experience, ask for the "overflow" room to the right. We'll be back!
Restaurantji Recommends
How have we not gone here sooner? My wife and I decided to (finally) give Vincente's a chance after all these years, and we're both so glad we did. From start to finish, every bit of the meal was delicious, the service was top-notch, and we left feeling like we have a new favorite place for dinner. What we had: - Andouille-stuffed shrimp: perfect balance of ingredients. Andouille could easily overpower shrimp, but it didn't. - Baked mozzarella and marinara: delicious, though probably the least exceptional part of the meal—simply because I feel like I've had it elsewhere. Sauce was outstanding, though. - Caesar salads: when is the last time you were still talking about a Caesar salad more than 5 minutes after you ate it? Simply put, these are the best we've ever had. Everything is made table-side, and they're even using their own croutons. Like the shrimp, everything was in such perfect balance. And Vinny clearly had a blast preparing it for us—we enjoyed watching him work, too. - Fettucini Alfredo with chicken: my wife had this, as it's her go-to when trying a new Italian place, and she loved it. It's amazing how many restaurants serve something like this with barely-seasoned chicken or flavorless Alfredo—not the case here. The chicken was lightly dredged and seasoned properly, and she enjoyed it very much. - Pappardelle with shrimp and scallops: this was my entree, and it was incredible! A delicious Parmesan cream sauce, perfectly cooked shrimp and scallops (very tender but with plenty of structural integrity). - Bananas foster over cheesecake: my wife had this for dessert, and I stole some, and it's one of the most delicious desserts I've ever had. The depth of flavor in the sauce is ridiculous. - Tiramisu: My favorite dessert, so I had to try it. It has another proportion of cake/lady fingers to cream than what you can get at Tony's Cafe (my personal favorite tiramisu), but it was still one of the best I've had. Thanks for an amazing meal! We'll be back!
I hesitate to write this review, as Vincente's is and has been Northern Delaware's best kept secret for years.. ( i.e. I enjoy the fact that I can still get a reservation for a Friday night dinner when I call on Wed!) Brothers Danny, Tommy and Vincent excel in their roles keeping old-school service and awesome food quality alive and well at Vincente's. Their Dad would be so proud.. Along with the theatrics provided when their signature Caesar salad is prepared table side, you will not find a better tasting classic salad outside of Italy! Folks, I literally crave this salad.. I have never had a miss with any of their entrees, with the Rib-eye au Poivre and Veal Louisa being my personal favorites. But make sure you at least get a side of pasta- the gravy is authentic and delicioso?? They also provide a simple small complimentary Hors d'oeuvre that is so delicious, my wife chose to order it as an entree last night! Treat yourself to a rare dining experience and visit the brothers, you will NOT be disappointed!
Delicious authentic Italian cuisine as a Italian myself I loved
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had dinner here last night with friends.The food and service was above and beyond anything in the area.You won’t be disappointed eating here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our go to when we are in town. Always feel welcomed. I had the Veal Parm and my with had the Filet and Crab combo. Both dishes were cooked to perfection. We also had the Caesar's Salad presented tableside. Great salad and great conversation with Vincent Jr, one of the three brothers that run the restaurant. For desert we had the Galiano cake with homemade whipped cream. Delicious! It was packed and the service was a little slow. The wait staff was apologetic and kept a sense of humor as they worked their butts off. Kudos on a job well done.