Trendy Italian restaurant with an upscale menu of pastas (gluten-free available) & grilled dishes.
Roy J. Fries
Fantastic food, excellent prices, and service that never disappoints. Every visit, the staff impresses with their attentiveness, friendliness, and genuine care. The dishes are flavorful and satisfying, and the drinks are equally impressive. Whether you’re stopping by for happy hour, a casual dinner, or a date night, this spot delivers on all fronts. I can’t recommend it enough for anyone looking for a combination of great food, welcoming service, and a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere—you’ll want to come back again and again.
… moreAdrian
Best food in all of Connecticut; the meatballs were delicious, the short ribs were tender, the salmon was cooked perfectly and the potato lasagna was a standout side dish! The service was a 20 out of 10; James and Jimmy made our experience so special – we’re already planning our next visit. Atmosphere is nice; upbeat, modern, comfortable. Everything was perfect, prices are appropriate for what you get.
… moreMartha Pedersen – Balysky
This restaurant had been newly remodeled and looks beautiful. The food is phenomenal. And the staff were all very pleasant. Very nice atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back and try their famous cheesy garlic bread.
… moreJoy Jones
This restaurant is a breath of fresh air! The food was amazing…everything we had (and we tried a lot) was delicious!
Cocktails were also good! I had the peachy keen (pictured). Very well crafted!
The team that works here is truly a step above other restaurants. They are fun, and very professional.
SN: try the biscotti, tiramisu and cheesecake.
(The biscotti is one of the best I’ve ever had) ❤️
… moreFreidrichm
I will start by saying the service at this place is absolutely amazing. Very attentive owner and the meals came out quick. Really nice experience in that regard. The reason for the 4 stars is because the taste of the tomato pasta was mediocre. I was not able to enjoy it. The pasta so very bland and lacked flavor. It was truly inedible and so disappointing.
… moreSonia Rodriguez
Let me start by saying what an amazing experience we had! My now husband and I got married at Hartford City Hall and wanted to celebrate with a nice dinner with our family. I chose this restaurant based on the great reviews since we’re not from Hartford, and boy, am I glad I did!
From the moment we walked in, everyone was so welcoming. Jimmy had a lovely, quiet table ready for us and was incredibly kind. Our waitress, Michelle, was phenomenal, she truly made us feel like family. The food was outstanding, from the delicious cheesy bread to the complimentary dessert they surprised us with.
Everything was absolute perfection. Salute is well worth the drive, and we will definitely be coming back!
… moreAshley Kurzdorfer
James was absolutely fantastic!! My friend Mia and I came in before our 21 pilots concert. We had a blast, and James made great recommendations! Someone else suggested we share a dinner, since the portions were so big and we couldn’t bring them to the concert, so sweet and considerate! We had the 8oz filet minion that had a delicious smoky flavor, and the chicken gnocchi was delicious as well!! We split an espresso martini as well and James had it split into two separate glasses for us along with our dinner as well! Will definitely come back if ever in the area!
… morecindy edwards
When walked in, we were greeted by warm smiles and a friendly welcoming. I have traveled all over the world. I’ve been to many Italian restaurants, but Salute is by far, the absolute BEST Italian restaurant we’ve ever been. Service -top notch. Food- excellent!
… moreNakota Harjo
Great hospitality from the servers, bartenders and host. Drinks were excellent and the meatballs are definitely delicious. I’m from out of state, far away from home. I felt very welcomed.
… moreSamantha Phillips
Our food was excellent and the atmosphere was cozy, but the real star is the staff! Our waiter was so kind and everyone was so welcoming to our son, who was acting out the nutcracker around the restaurant.
We were there around 330, so it was quiet and perfect for an afternoon out. They had many tables set for reservations to arrive just as we were leaving.
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