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Vito's By the Water
Vito’s Restaurants is a family owned and operated business, which means we treat each and every guest like family. Every member of our team is committed to exceptional service, quality, and detail that are second to none. Beautiful water views and a warm, cozy atmosphere makes for a memorable dining experience.
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39 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 39 reviews
5 stars
(13)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- scenic view(18)
- special occasion(14)
- romantic(13)
- good for groups(11)
- neighborhood gem(10)
- great for outdoor dining(9)
Vito's By the Water Reviews List
Review 1 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Mother's Day
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Vito's called 1/2 hr before our time saying a mistake had been made with online reservations. We would have to eat 1.5 hrs later. We had family coming in from various areaswho were on the way. Spoke to hostess by phone who spoke to a manager. Called me back w/in minutes and said to come now (our reservation time). They were changing from brunch to dinner and no one should have been booked during that period. Arrived as scheduled and the place was bustling with brunch patrons. Had a great meal w/ excellent service! They decided to continue with brunch. They accomodated us and we did not have to adjust due to their error. That is professionalism and the way to run a business! Great job and great day!! Would highly recommend!!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I have been to Vito's before
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have been to Vito's before and this experience was less positive. The waiter was good with some lack of attentiveness. The food was very good, but it seemed the portions were smaller than I remember. All the people in our party had the same comment. I may go back for pizza, not sure if I'll go for dinner."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2007
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Review 3 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice place to eat and not
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Nice place to eat and not in a congested area. I was a visitor to the area and the food and atmosphere was greatly appreciated."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
This was one of the worst
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
"This was one of the worst dining experiences I have had in a while. It started when it took 15 minutes for the waiter to bring us our beverage order. The bread and accompanying sauce was the highlight of the dinner. That was about the only thing done right. My girlfriend ordered the salmon entree cooked medium rare which costed 26 dollars and change. Once it was finally brought out her salmon was cooked well done and was the worst looking piece of salmon I've ever seen. Especially for the price. It was a very small portion size. It took the waiter 20 or so minutes for the waiter to bring us our check after we finished dinner."
Dined on 04/09/2013
2012
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Review 5 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Would Go Again, and Again!!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Shrimp Scampi was delicious as the main, my clams casino were also terrific would have liked to have 6 instead of 4! Service was superb for our somewhat demanding family..."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 6 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wine and Chocolate
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went for the Wine and Chocolate dinner. It was an awesome experience - five courses paired with five wines. The owner and his chef set up a big table in the middle of the room and prepared the food right in front of us. It was only $50 - which, considering it included five different wines - seems like quite the steal to me. Great concept...chocolate in every dish. We'll be back for their monthly wine dinners!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 7 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
we had a wonderful time the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"we had a wonderful time the bartenders were very friendly and the owner was charming and funny.. we will definately be back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 8 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
As other reviewers mentioned,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"As other reviewers mentioned, the service was a little uneven. Friendly, supportive, but pace was off. Long gaps between drinks/courses, but we had enough to talk about and were not starving so it was OK!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
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Review 9 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I think the meal was overpriced.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I think the meal was overpriced. I think for $25.00 we got a little piece of veal (not that tender, we needed a knife to saw thru it) and a little bit of pasta. Our other meal was pesto chicken with pasta. The meal were ok, not great. I think a dinner salad should be served with the meal. Salad is inexpensive. We split a Ceaser salad, romaine and 6 croutons for $11.00. The server was great, the bread was good. The over all experience for what we paid was not up to our expectations."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 10 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A pleasant surprise, finding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A pleasant surprise, finding this place during a short stay in the Hartford area. Food was excellent and the entire staff did their part to make sure we were happy. Would definitely return if I find myself in the area again."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
very good food and excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very good food and excellent service"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view
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Review 12 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
No one at the front desk when
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"No one at the front desk when we arrived. Found the coat room ourselves, still waited another 5 minutes before anyone showed up to greet us. She was efficient but not overly welcoming. We were out for a romantic Valentines dinner and were seated in the "tavern" area behind the bar next to booths with families eating pizza. Bare table, no table cloth. We were in sight of a more formal dining dining area with table cloths and a quieter atmosphere. Seating appeared to be ramdome because no section was at all near capacity. Since it was Valentines Day, I would think the staff would recognize a couple out for a romantic $200 dinner and be seated appropriately. Our waitress was overly friendly, yet lost interest in us abruptly and just walked off"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
That personal touch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The braised short rib was incredible. Good wine list....and it was nice to have a table visit by the owner himself!"
Dined on 02/19/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 14 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Place for Dinner Parties
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Vito's by the Water did an outstanding job hosting my surprise birthday party for 30 of our close relatives this past Saturday night. Everyone from the hostess to the bartender to the manager, Rich, to our waitress, Kim, was outstanding. My husband and I are still receiving compliments on the food and how great of a time everyone had at Vito's by the Water. Everyone was truly impressed, something that is hard to do with our families! We will be back soon to enjoy a nice, quiet dinner together (which is what I thought was happening before the surprise unfolded!)Thanks for a great experience, Vito's!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, hot spot
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Review 15 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
By the Water...and not much else!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Vito's by the Water is a cut above casual dining. Unfortunately, it is priced as if it is 2 or 3 cuts above. The food is acceptable, the atmosphere is nice enough and the service is fine but the bill tells a different story. The bill says, "You've just been to an exceptional restaurant".
Vito's biggest advantage is that there isn't much like it in the area so it's a pleasant alternative to the collection of mediocre chains on Rt 75. Personally, I would drive an extra 20 minutes to West Hartford or Simsbury where the food quality and service better match the pricing. At least then the bill won't be telling my tastebuds some tall tale."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2011
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Review 16 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Overpriced. Food ok quality.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Overpriced. Food ok quality. Nothing special."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
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Review 17 for Vito's By the Water
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
They have a reasonable fixed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They have a reasonable fixed price menu for 24$ on Friday and Saturday but it has not changed in many months. One menu item is an "heirloom" tomato salad and I assure you the tomatoes are about as far from heirloom as you can get. The plating is incredibly inconsistent but the food is usually very good. Service is also very inconsistent."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2004
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vito's By the Water
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate