Lorie Dungo
My sister-in-law and her partner introduced us to this place. We went for dinner and we loved the atmosphere of the place. Very family-friendly. The serving was huge and food was absolutely delicious. The servers were also friendly. We love it so much that we went back the second time (and perhaps even the next). This is definitely a place where you could bring your whole family.
… moreCandace Fox
This was my chicken Marsala. It was chicken tenders covered in butter and mushrooms . My nonna would roll over in her grave if she saw this. Do not but this from here. Very untraditional garbage. High price for a restaurant that doesn’t know how to make Italian food.
… moreT
Was able to check out this establishment at the recondition of a good friend who had been going here for his entire life.I can’t speak highly enough of the quality of the food here,I think the best I’ve had outside of Italy. I had the chicken Francesca which was excellent with a wonderful cream sauce with artichokes and capers,sooo good. Calamari was also great,airy and light with a superb taste. Atmosphere was great too,can tell this has been an staple for generations. Service was pretty poor but it was super busy and we were able to get a table without a reservation,which I would recommend.
I will definitely be back to try other items on their huge menu,my friend ordered the veal parm with cured ham and mozzarella and it was exquisite.Also they have frogs legs which is rare to see at an Italian restaurant so next time it will be surf and turf.
Lastly the prices are extremely reasonable compared to other restaurants in the capital region.
… moreTim MacEachron
This Italian restaurant has been here since forever. First time going and I’m definitely coming back. Food is good and the staff is nice. The dining room is small but relaxing with a bar right when you walk in. I highly recommend stopping in
… moreArchibald Mirenopteryx
Expensive but very well worth it. Make reservations on weekends! They also tend to attract an older crowd so you don’t get deafening conversations and screaming toddlers most of the time. It’s food and service are awesome. A real little treasure of an Italian bistro.
… moreWilliam Cloutier
A great Italian restaurant that has been around for over 60 years. I had two thick pork chops that were excellent. It came with a soup or salad plus two more sides plus bread was put on the table. HUGE portions reasonably priced. I highly recommend. Heather our waitress was very busy, but did a fine job. 6-13-24 This is my go to restaurant for the largest, most tender, tasty pork chops in the land. I counted 5 sides. Apple sauce, bread, salad, french fries, broccoli. Still the same huge portions. Very reasonably priced. I highly recommend
… moremichael plotzker
Waiter who was the manager was awful and rude. Walked away three times when we wanted to order pretending he didn’t hear us . Finally gave order to another employee then he came backed and said we could not give her the order. Told him to get the order from her as she wrote it down but he refused and made us order again. Seated at seven got food after 8 . He should be fired. Won’t be ing back to Valente for sure. Terrible experience . Refused to give us contact info for the owners. Buyer beware!!
… moreEmpress Lala Stone
First time there, came at the end of dinner rush. Not a long wait for service. Hot thotty was made perfectly. All the staff was courteous and patient and helpful. Clean, great food soft bread and cozy environment. Look forward to eating there again in the future. A Great experience perfect location handicap accessible. Old school chat and break bread restaurant not to many outlets in the dining area.
… moreRochella Cruz
If you happen to be upstate or in Albany, NY you MUST come here!
We took my dad here for his Birthday dinner this past weekend because he says they have the BEST Veal Parmesan. (I personally do not eat veal but he and my brother do.) As he said the Veal Parm is the BEST!!!
The portions are HUGE and the food is excellent. Our server Jack was very attentive. Meals come with a choice of soup or salad and they bring fresh hot bread! LUV that! Great place! They have been around for many many years so they know what they are doing!
… moreChar Beauparlant
We had a surprise birthday party for my dad. Everything was really good all around. Very happy the way the way the evening went!!!
Thank you Char Beauparlant
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