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Eolo
Eolo, Italian for Aeolus, is ruler of the wind. According to mythology, Eolo lived on a small, volcanic island off the coast of Sicily. He was a favorite among the Greek gods. Eolo gave Odysseus a wine bag filled with wind to speed his historic voyage home. Yet, nearly home, Odysseus's curious crew opened the bag, the winds escaped and their ship was pulled back to the Sicilian archipelago.
Sicily has been a cultural crossroads, inhabited by the Greeks, Romans, Phoenicians, Arabs, Normans, Jews, Bourbons and beyond. It has kept the best of these cultures and incorporated them into its own. At Eolo restaurant, food is thought to be a source of great pleasure as well as an insight into the culture and history of Sicily and its archipelago. We offer Sicilian-inspired dishes, desserts and an extensive selection of unique Sicilian wines. Enjoy a meal at Eolo and experience Melissa's love letter to the region of Sicily.
We are gluten-free friendly.
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Sicily has been a cultural crossroads, inhabited by the Greeks, Romans, Phoenicians, Arabs, Normans, Jews, Bourbons and beyond. It has kept the best of these cultures and incorporated them into its own. At Eolo restaurant, food is thought to be a source of great pleasure as well as an insight into the culture and history of Sicily and its archipelago. We offer Sicilian-inspired dishes, desserts and an extensive selection of unique Sicilian wines. Enjoy a meal at Eolo and experience Melissa's love letter to the region of Sicily.
We are gluten-free friendly.
52 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Rating Breakdown 52 reviews
5 stars
(9)
4 stars
(25)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(3)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(32)
- fit for foodies(17)
- notable wine list(14)
- romantic(8)
- special occasion(7)
- good for groups(5)
Eolo Reviews List
Review 1 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good food but pricey
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Came to Eolo with my family for lunch to celebrate my son's graduation and it was OK...not great...kind of pricey...but OK. We had the lunch menu steak, a nicely done arugula salad, home made pasta some nice desserts - all good but nothing special. We spent over 200 dollars for a lunch for 4 for good, but ordinary, cuisine...the hit of the day was the Sicilian Red wine and the service was good, but we were the only people in the place so it couldn't be bad...we won't be back."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 2 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
GO to this restaurant!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food at Eolo is some of the best Sicilian food I have ever eaten. The pasta con sarde is delectable, the appetizers extraordinary, the dessert divine. But the place was virtually empty! It could be the disorganized service, or the uninspired ambience, but put that aside and go enjoy some extraordinary food and save this place from going out of business!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Worth returning to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Eolo's menu was a welcome change from typical Italian - enjoyed making a selection of Sicilian specialities. Homemade pasta was wonderful and service unobtrusive but attentive. Good selection of wines. I would definitely go back for well prepared food that is reasonably priced."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A nice surprise!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really great and tasty dishes -- not at all the generic place I expected this place to be!"
Dined on 4/24/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Like a trip to Sicily
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"True authentic Sicilian kitchen. Pasta con sarde brings back childhood memories."
Dined on 4/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were a group of 13, from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were a group of 13, from L.I., from PA, & Florida. We were accommodated easily & the service was great.
The food was delicious, authentic Sicilian cuisine! Can't wit to go back!"
The food was delicious, authentic Sicilian cuisine! Can't wit to go back!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 7 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Authentic rare Sicilian cooking!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a find, a return to my Sicilian heritage in food! Could not believe we tasted food from our childhood. The Pasta con Sarde,as we called it,(Bucatini cu le sarde)was perfect, authentic. I’m sure many Italian foodies haven’t tasted this (these) unique dish.Purpo cu ciciri and Sagnarelli cu ragu di carni more winners."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Had some great food it's just
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Had some great food it's just a pity that there was not enough people in the restaurant to give it that Italian ambiance feel."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 9 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very nice meal in simple surroundin
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very nice meal in simple surroundings."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Melissa is a chef/owner w3ho
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Melissa is a chef/owner w3ho is serious about Sicilian cooking. Always a pleasure."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2005
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Review 11 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lovely fare for lunch. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Lovely fare for lunch. The mixed appetizer of three choices from several is still a favorite. This time we included broccoi rabe which was so fresh and tasteful with parmeasan cheese sliced into it. My friend and I split a frittata which was a nice sized portion and we really appreciated the filtered coffee, nice touch."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2004
Special Features: great for brunch, neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It was ok - very quiet as
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was ok - very quiet as it was a Monday night but that didn't seem to make the staff any more attentive. Food was good although the lamb special had an inordinate amount of fat. And don't order a dry martini - they haven't got a clue."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2010
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Review 13 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food was exceptional -
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was exceptional - very nice ambiance to the restaurant. The ricota filled doughnuts with chocolate dipping sauce for dessert was fabulous."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our new Chelsea favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent food. Unexpected tastes and textures. Lovely service in a family friendly atmosphere. Our new Chelsea favorite"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2006
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
the octopus was really good;
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"the octopus was really good; my dish which was tuna on a bed of delicious veggies was outstanding. on the other hand my husband had a ragu which was quite ordinary.
the dessert which was cannoli in a cone shape was very yummy."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good - but they served
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was good - but they served it too quickly. They brought the appitizers within 5 minutes of us ordering, and then the dinner before we were done with the apps."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2007
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Review 17 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good but just not good enough...
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Though I enjoyed this restaurant very much, it was way too expensive for the neighborhood & what we ordered. At $150 a couple the place should be amazing not good or vey good. Hopefully they will adjust their price point & be able to stay around a little longer."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2002
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Review 18 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A great neighborhood find!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I found this restaurant to be a perfect spot for a quiet lunch. Eolo has a quaint, authentic Italian atmosphere making it a perfect spot for conversing with your table companions. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner which is good to know. The menu has lots of wonderful Italian dishes to choose from. There is even a special 3 course lunch menu which we selected which is an incredible value. Eolo has a very nice selection of Italian wines to complement your meal. The service is efficient and not rushed. Will definitely return!"
Dined on 02/07/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 19 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Chef Melissa is serious about
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Chef Melissa is serious about the food and flavors of Sicily and her devotion to her craft is always obvious."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2005
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service lacking
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was okay: some hits and some misses. The service was slow and disjointed."
Dined on 02/07/2013
2013
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Review 21 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Disappointed by the restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Disappointed by the restaurant week prix fixe. The entree portion was very small, and would have cost less to order off the regular menu. That said, it was delicious."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2007
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Review 22 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
had restaurant week dinner.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"had restaurant week dinner. adequate choices but result somewhat dull. v. capable cooking and interesting food but somehow it didn't matter. also, though a prix fixe this time, seemed unduly pricey on regular menu."
Dined on 02/04/2013
2010
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Review 23 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love this place!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Cozy and small with a very enjoyable experience. Staff couldn't be more friendly and attentive. Service was excellent. Food and wine was fabulous. The pasta with short rib ragu and swordfish were both outstanding. Portion sizes were just right. Looking forward to a return visit to try more dishes."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 24 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Surprised and loved it!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Eolo was much more than I anticipated. Food was great! Service was great! The atmosphere was also great! Very mellow and warm restaurant with wonderful servers. Went for dinner during Restaurant Week and I was blown away at how comfortable the setting was. There was no rush for you to leave and you can see everyone there was truly enjoying themselves and the food."
Dined on 01/31/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Went there for Restaurant
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went there for Restaurant Week with two friends (3 choices per course). It's small and cosy, and actually quiet enough so you don't need to yell to talk to your fellow diners.
I got the Arancini di risu (rice ball stuffed with meat ragu & cheese), Cuscusu di pisci (seafood with toasted almond couscous) and Torta di Tomazzu (goat cheese cheesecake balls with salt crust & strawberry gelato). Everything was delicious and portion sizes were just right.
Our reservation was for 2, but a friend wanted to join at the last minute (and subsequently ran very late) and they were very accommodating. It would have been nice if they'd brought over the complimentary bread while we waited but that was a very minor let down on otherwise good service."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2011
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Review 26 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The food was good but service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food was good but service was some of the worst ever. Even though the restaurant was not crowded, the staff was missing in a ction. We were never even offered coffe with dessert or asked if we anted an additional glass of wine. Can't see how this place will make it."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2012
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Review 27 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
great neighborhood find!!!!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"eolo was a great neighborhood find. the food was fresh and interesting....not your typical italian fare....we thoroughly enjoyed our evening, and i would definitely recommend it!!!!"
Dined on 01/22/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 28 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Same fine food, from a very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Same fine food, from a very innovative menu; same fine service, all under proprietor Melissa's expert thorough guidance."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2010
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 29 for Eolo
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Sicilian feast
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A surprising Sicilian cuisine, mini timbalu and wonderful choice of appetizers. We split the three appetizer special with caponata, burrata and beet salad. These were three of several choices. The caponata was perfection and had a Sicilian twist with raisins to give it that added sweetness. We also split the timballa, which they call timmulu, layers of pasta and vegetables baked in a pastry shell. It was more than enough for two people. They had homemade ice cream, expresso and nutella or hazelnut were the ones we chose, both quite delicious. We liked the restaurant so much we went a second time within a few days."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2004
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Eolo
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate