The restaurant offers a relaxing and upscale vibe. The food was fantastic. We started with the prosciutto and mozzarella, this seemingly simple meal was so flavorful I nearly ordered a second one. The chicken parm was arguably the best in the area. Finished it off with the tiramisu, can’t go wrong with that. Would recommend to anyone that wants an Italian meal that is a step above the rest
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carlo Fragale
Great Family Traditions!
At "Villa," traditions are at the heart of every dining experience. This charming restaurant embraces the essence of family with a cozy atmosphere and a menu filled with cherished recipes passed down through generations. Each Sunday, families gather for their renowned "Sunday Feast," featuring hearty portions of classic Italian.
The restaurant encourages guests to share their own family stories, creating a warm sense of community. Kids are welcomed with fun activities, while adults enjoy a carefully curated selection of wines. "Villa" is more than just a place to eat; it’s a celebration of togetherness, making it a perfect spot for creating lasting memories with loved ones.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
coney27
Food was disappointing and overpriced
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Mateo Childs (Mackeral)
Intimate and delicious spot in the heart of Albany, though many ingredients are imported directly from Italy! Perfect for a date or special occasion. Prepare for your partner to be impressed, it doesn't get more authentic than this!! 🇮🇹
I don't understand how this place is so highly ranked. The food is a tasty interpretation of Italian-american, but the prices are astronomical and the menu is seriously limited. Disappointing.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Aurel Garban
Wonderful atmosphere and excellent food. We were in town for a soccer tournament and we decided to go for dinner to Villa di Como. We were a party of three families and we all enjoyed and had great time and food there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Margaret Castillo
Our meal was delicious. I just cannot understand how they do not serve bread! We bought the garlic bread but it just didn’t satisfy our love for Italian bread. We will never come back, we love Italian bread too much! We come to Albany every two months and only eat Italian. We will be back to favorites that serve bread!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Jane Sweatt
Amazing! Great vibe! Food and drinks were so delicious! They make their own limoncello and orangecello, so special. I had a margarita with their orangecello and it was bomb! :) will definitely be back soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Erin Dailey
Words cannot describe how amazing this place is. Having been to Italy twice, I can confirm the flavors in the dishes are incredibly authentic. Everything is so immensely flavorful and very unique. They only use one type of spaghetti for their pastas, but I heard our server mention they do have a gluten free option, and I don't find that it takes away from the dishes.
The atmosphere and decor are wonderful. First floor has a more moody feeling with a full bar, perfect for dates or a night out. The second floor has more of a cozy, rural style. I can't say I would recomend this restaurant for young children, as the dishes certainly fit a more mature palette, but I'm sure there are some options that younger people would enjoy.
The wine and overall bar selection is quite expansive with some very authentic options. You'll notice they carry multiple items that are products of Italy, which I think about sums up the dedication this establishment has.
DISH REVIEWS:
Pollo Pesto - 100/10: Oh my Lord this pasta is heavenly. It's so creamy and flavorful, yet still has a very prominent pesto taste. Super light yet filling. Would ABSOLUTELY recommend.
Bolognese - 15/10: Probably the most authentic tasting bolognese I've had in America since going to Italy. Has a wonderful sausage flavor with the tiniest bit of kick.
Pasta Vodka - 9/10: Again, super rich in flavor. I would love to try it again with shrimp, as I think it would pair really well with the sauce.
Garlic Bread & Calamari Fritti - 12/10: Wonderful start to the meal. The homemade marinara sauce is an absolute must-have when you come.
Tiramisu - 9/10: Great way to finish the meal, and especially good when served with a little bit of their lemon chela (although, beware, as my father described it as a "bottle of Everclear with lemon juice," but he said he enjoyed it).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari, Pasta Vodka, Tiramisu, Pollo Pesto
Andrew Breiner
Unreal meal! Pizza and pasta are out of this world and it’s the best cheesecake I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!
Kid-friendliness: My son (10) said it was the best meal he’s ever had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pepperoni Pizza, Carbonara Pasta
Villa di Como Ristorante creates perfect meals. Our meals were flawless. The service was excellent. The food was delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Eric Quackenbush
Absolutely wonderful! The food and drinks are incredible; the staff is professional, knowledgeable and efficient. Ex.The glasses and flatware are all polished.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christopher Johnson
Aggressively priced. $50 entrees without table bread. The filet mignon was lifeless, and while sauce was good, the chicken parm was dry.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Grace Willard
Everything is so good. Definitely worth your visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
DrFBML
We were at Villa di Como Ristorante this past weekend during a quick stop over in Albany. I had read the reviews and had high expectations. Their mocktails were delicious and the pasta...oh the pasta! I had the eggplant parm. I don't know how they prepare this dish, but it was absolutely delicious! One of the best pasta dishes I've had, ever! Will be back, I hope!
The restaurant offers a relaxing and upscale vibe. The food was fantastic. We started with the prosciutto and mozzarella, this seemingly simple meal was so flavorful I nearly ordered a second one. The chicken parm was arguably the best in the area. Finished it off with the tiramisu, can’t go wrong with that. Would recommend to anyone that wants an Italian meal that is a step above the rest
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great Family Traditions!
At "Villa," traditions are at the heart of every dining experience. This charming restaurant embraces the essence of family with a cozy atmosphere and a menu filled with cherished recipes passed down through generations. Each Sunday, families gather for their renowned "Sunday Feast," featuring hearty portions of classic Italian.
The restaurant encourages guests to share their own family stories, creating a warm sense of community. Kids are welcomed with fun activities, while adults enjoy a carefully curated selection of wines. "Villa" is more than just a place to eat; it’s a celebration of togetherness, making it a perfect spot for creating lasting memories with loved ones.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food was disappointing and overpriced
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Intimate and delicious spot in the heart of Albany, though many ingredients are imported directly from Italy! Perfect for a date or special occasion. Prepare for your partner to be impressed, it doesn't get more authentic than this!! 🇮🇹
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Homemade Cannolis, Pollo Parmigiana
I don't understand how this place is so highly ranked. The food is a tasty interpretation of Italian-american, but the prices are astronomical and the menu is seriously limited. Disappointing.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 4
Service: 4
Wonderful atmosphere and excellent food.
We were in town for a soccer tournament and we decided to go for dinner to Villa di Como. We were a party of three families and we all enjoyed and had great time and food there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Our meal was delicious. I just cannot understand how they do not serve bread! We bought the garlic bread but it just didn’t satisfy our love for Italian bread. We will never come back, we love Italian bread too much! We come to Albany every two months and only eat Italian. We will be back to favorites that serve bread!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Amazing! Great vibe! Food and drinks were so delicious! They make their own limoncello and orangecello, so special. I had a margarita with their orangecello and it was bomb! :) will definitely be back soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Words cannot describe how amazing this place is. Having been to Italy twice, I can confirm the flavors in the dishes are incredibly authentic. Everything is so immensely flavorful and very unique. They only use one type of spaghetti for their pastas, but I heard our server mention they do have a gluten free option, and I don't find that it takes away from the dishes.
The atmosphere and decor are wonderful. First floor has a more moody feeling with a full bar, perfect for dates or a night out. The second floor has more of a cozy, rural style. I can't say I would recomend this restaurant for young children, as the dishes certainly fit a more mature palette, but I'm sure there are some options that younger people would enjoy.
The wine and overall bar selection is quite expansive with some very authentic options. You'll notice they carry multiple items that are products of Italy, which I think about sums up the dedication this establishment has.
DISH REVIEWS:
Pollo Pesto - 100/10: Oh my Lord this pasta is heavenly. It's so creamy and flavorful, yet still has a very prominent pesto taste. Super light yet filling. Would ABSOLUTELY recommend.
Bolognese - 15/10: Probably the most authentic tasting bolognese I've had in America since going to Italy. Has a wonderful sausage flavor with the tiniest bit of kick.
Pasta Vodka - 9/10: Again, super rich in flavor. I would love to try it again with shrimp, as I think it would pair really well with the sauce.
Garlic Bread & Calamari Fritti - 12/10: Wonderful start to the meal. The homemade marinara sauce is an absolute must-have when you come.
Tiramisu - 9/10: Great way to finish the meal, and especially good when served with a little bit of their lemon chela (although, beware, as my father described it as a "bottle of Everclear with lemon juice," but he said he enjoyed it).
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari, Pasta Vodka, Tiramisu, Pollo Pesto
Unreal meal! Pizza and pasta are out of this world and it’s the best cheesecake I’ve ever had. Highly recommend!
Kid-friendliness: My son (10) said it was the best meal he’s ever had!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pepperoni Pizza, Carbonara Pasta
Restaurantji Recommends
Villa di Como Ristorante creates perfect meals. Our meals were flawless. The service was excellent. The food was delicious. The atmosphere was relaxing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely wonderful! The food and drinks are incredible; the staff is professional, knowledgeable and efficient. Ex.The glasses and flatware are all polished.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aggressively priced. $50 entrees without table bread. The filet mignon was lifeless, and while sauce was good, the chicken parm was dry.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Everything is so good. Definitely worth your visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We were at Villa di Como Ristorante this past weekend during a quick stop over in Albany. I had read the reviews and had high expectations. Their mocktails were delicious and the pasta...oh the pasta! I had the eggplant parm. I don't know how they prepare this dish, but it was absolutely delicious! One of the best pasta dishes I've had, ever! Will be back, I hope!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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