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Hours
| Sunday | 12–10 PM |
| Monday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–10 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 12–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 420 E Main St, Branford, CT 06405
Phone: (203) 208-4690
Website: https://cafefiorebranford.com/
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Reviews
Sara Gallardo
The beet salad was really nice, big, two of us shared and there was plenty.
The arancini were blah… cooked perfectly just not very flavorful.
The shrimp scampi was lovely. Lots of shrimp, great buttery, savory sauce, nice pasta.
It was a really nice meal.
… moreThe arancini were blah… cooked perfectly just not very flavorful.
The shrimp scampi was lovely. Lots of shrimp, great buttery, savory sauce, nice pasta.
It was a really nice meal.
Angel Rubio
I love this place !
We come usually once a month with my family.
Red Sangria and white sangria always good.
Meatballs are my favorite .
Entrees: chicken fiore , chicken Marsala and shrimp fra Diavlo the best !
… moreWe come usually once a month with my family.
Red Sangria and white sangria always good.
Meatballs are my favorite .
Entrees: chicken fiore , chicken Marsala and shrimp fra Diavlo the best !
Cynthia Rivera
I come to cafe fiore alot..Always great food. It never disappointed in the past. My husband and I dined there tonight. I had asked the waitress the MP of the veal and lobster she replied that it was 38.00, when the bill came it was 41.00.
( which I felt was kind of steep) especially when my dish came and these was hardly any lobster in it . It was just small pieces of ” fin” meat from the claws..no chunks of lobster meat at all. For that price there should have been lobster tail meat. So with that being said I was very disappointed tonight. This is the reason for 3 stars.. My dish is the photo on the left as you can see the veal but you can’t really see any lobster at all!
… more( which I felt was kind of steep) especially when my dish came and these was hardly any lobster in it . It was just small pieces of ” fin” meat from the claws..no chunks of lobster meat at all. For that price there should have been lobster tail meat. So with that being said I was very disappointed tonight. This is the reason for 3 stars.. My dish is the photo on the left as you can see the veal but you can’t really see any lobster at all!
Joyce Somma
We went there with our new Book Club for our first meeting and also we were at a table. We were offered the happy hour pricing for ladies night. The wine was delicious and I had the lasagna which was out of this world better than I would make. I also was offered a side salad, which was also refreshing.
Now I know why this place is booming and we will definitely be back again.
Prices are great for the amount and quality of the food.
… moreNow I know why this place is booming and we will definitely be back again.
Prices are great for the amount and quality of the food.
Natalie Rojas
100000/10!!!!
Garlic knots are amazing and complimentary. Today my husband and I went for an anniversary lunch and had Tony as our waiter. He was extremely kind, patient and professional. He took the time to explain dishes and desserts. He ensured we got more garlic knots to go. He made sure we always had what we needed.
We got scallops and portobello mushroom for appetizers. The mushroom was good but the scallops were my favorite! No fishy smell, well seasoned/cooked. I got the chicken and lobster. They did not skimp out on the lobster. The guava cheesecake was to die for. It was all delicious. We left so happy and it really just set the tone for the rest of the day. Thank you for such a great experience !
… moreGarlic knots are amazing and complimentary. Today my husband and I went for an anniversary lunch and had Tony as our waiter. He was extremely kind, patient and professional. He took the time to explain dishes and desserts. He ensured we got more garlic knots to go. He made sure we always had what we needed.
We got scallops and portobello mushroom for appetizers. The mushroom was good but the scallops were my favorite! No fishy smell, well seasoned/cooked. I got the chicken and lobster. They did not skimp out on the lobster. The guava cheesecake was to die for. It was all delicious. We left so happy and it really just set the tone for the rest of the day. Thank you for such a great experience !
Brian Williams
The food was excellent! Around the table we enjoyed the chicken parmesan, fried calamari, wild mushroom ravioli and the pasta fagioli. Atmosphere and service was great. I highly recommend this restaurant!
… morePatricia
New to Branford and this was the first Italian spot we tried.
Garlic knots are incredible! Calamari was fresh. Mains were done well. No room for dessert.
The only thing not ideal was the service. We had three separate waiters. Not sure if that’s the norm. We were asked if we’d like more garlic bread and said yes but never received them.
With that, we would definitely return!
… moreGarlic knots are incredible! Calamari was fresh. Mains were done well. No room for dessert.
The only thing not ideal was the service. We had three separate waiters. Not sure if that’s the norm. We were asked if we’d like more garlic bread and said yes but never received them.
With that, we would definitely return!
tom s
This place was highly recommended by a relative (I don’t live in this area) and he was right.
We were seated right away, although the restaurant was pretty crowded on a Saturday night and every seat at the bar was occupied.
I had veal parmesan and it was perfect!
Not cheap, but not outrageously expensive either.
I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant or return for another meal.
… moreWe were seated right away, although the restaurant was pretty crowded on a Saturday night and every seat at the bar was occupied.
I had veal parmesan and it was perfect!
Not cheap, but not outrageously expensive either.
I would not hesitate to recommend this restaurant or return for another meal.
Paul Meijer
Wandering into Cafe Fiore wasn’t the plan—but sometimes the best meals come from a change in itinerary. A friend’s scheduling mishap became an unexpected culinary win when we found ourselves seated on the patio under the glow of string lights and the murmur of contented diners.
The evening began with parmesan-garlic knots that arrived unannounced, their arrival as surprising as their excellence. Buttery, crisp-edged, and impossibly fluffy inside—these knots could easily spark a cult following.
Each entrée was preceded by a garden salad—a refreshing mix of field greens, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and ripe tomatoes, all lightly dressed in the house’s own balsamic vinaigrette. Simple, balanced, and a thoughtful start that set the tone for the meal to come.
Dinner carried the momentum forward. The lasagna Bolognese was classic comfort—generously layered with seasoned meats, creamy ricotta, and mozzarella, all enveloped in a house-made sauce that struck the right balance between richness and tang. Across the table, the eggplant rollatini landed like a quiet triumph: delicate rolls of eggplant filled with cheese and spinach, resting atop a nest of wide pappardelle ribboned with bright marinara.
Service flowed effortlessly, warm without being overbearing, and the patio setting felt like a small retreat. Cafe Fiore may have started as a backup plan, but it quickly earned a spot on the return list. Sometimes the detour leads straight to the good stuff.
About the venue…
Café Fiore in Branford, Connecticut, is a relatively recent addition to the Shoreline’s Italian dining scene:
Origins & Opening
• The restaurant launched in mid‑2016 at 420 East Main Street, founded by Valon Avdimetaj and Chef Rusit (Rusty) Cecunjanin. They brought experience from New York, Hartford, and their sister location, Fiore II in Middletown .
• A grand opening ribbon‑cutting took place on May 12, 2016 .
Culinary Focus
• From the start, Café Fiore emphasized high‑quality Italian fare, blending classic dishes with innovative specials. Chef Rusty’s background in top Italian establishments shaped their menu .
• By March 2017—less than a year in—they had refined their menu and launched promotions like Happy Hour, Ladies Night, half‑price wine Wednesdays, and expanded live entertainment .
Atmosphere & Experience
• The venue features a lounge with regular live music—local musicians like Michael Quint and Dave Goclowski performed on weekends .
• Reviews highlight it as an upscale yet welcoming spot offering moderate prices and a strong local following .
Present Day
• Café Fiore continues to serve the Branford community with a variety of Italian dishes, seasonal specials, and a vibrant dining atmosphere—anchored by its friendly service and culinary craftsmanship.
… moreThe evening began with parmesan-garlic knots that arrived unannounced, their arrival as surprising as their excellence. Buttery, crisp-edged, and impossibly fluffy inside—these knots could easily spark a cult following.
Each entrée was preceded by a garden salad—a refreshing mix of field greens, crisp cucumbers, briny olives, and ripe tomatoes, all lightly dressed in the house’s own balsamic vinaigrette. Simple, balanced, and a thoughtful start that set the tone for the meal to come.
Dinner carried the momentum forward. The lasagna Bolognese was classic comfort—generously layered with seasoned meats, creamy ricotta, and mozzarella, all enveloped in a house-made sauce that struck the right balance between richness and tang. Across the table, the eggplant rollatini landed like a quiet triumph: delicate rolls of eggplant filled with cheese and spinach, resting atop a nest of wide pappardelle ribboned with bright marinara.
Service flowed effortlessly, warm without being overbearing, and the patio setting felt like a small retreat. Cafe Fiore may have started as a backup plan, but it quickly earned a spot on the return list. Sometimes the detour leads straight to the good stuff.
About the venue…
Café Fiore in Branford, Connecticut, is a relatively recent addition to the Shoreline’s Italian dining scene:
Origins & Opening
• The restaurant launched in mid‑2016 at 420 East Main Street, founded by Valon Avdimetaj and Chef Rusit (Rusty) Cecunjanin. They brought experience from New York, Hartford, and their sister location, Fiore II in Middletown .
• A grand opening ribbon‑cutting took place on May 12, 2016 .
Culinary Focus
• From the start, Café Fiore emphasized high‑quality Italian fare, blending classic dishes with innovative specials. Chef Rusty’s background in top Italian establishments shaped their menu .
• By March 2017—less than a year in—they had refined their menu and launched promotions like Happy Hour, Ladies Night, half‑price wine Wednesdays, and expanded live entertainment .
Atmosphere & Experience
• The venue features a lounge with regular live music—local musicians like Michael Quint and Dave Goclowski performed on weekends .
• Reviews highlight it as an upscale yet welcoming spot offering moderate prices and a strong local following .
Present Day
• Café Fiore continues to serve the Branford community with a variety of Italian dishes, seasonal specials, and a vibrant dining atmosphere—anchored by its friendly service and culinary craftsmanship.
Amy Roosa
Came into town for business and had dinner on Sunday night, was so amazing recommend and did it again on Monday for lunch. My business clients loved it. Staff was friendly and worked with the vegan dietary requirements too without a problem.
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