Voted "Best New Restaurant" by Harrisburg Magazine in 2009, Piazza Sorrento is a modern Italian restaurant based on the "Old World" Italian recipes of the owner's family back in Italy. The Bolognese sauce they grew up on and the tradition of family is the cornerstone of the Piazza Sorrento dining experience. Dedicated to providing the finest in service, food, and wine at a fair and competitive price, Piazza Sorrento makes regional and classic Italian cuisine using premium local ingredients while keeping the history of the dish and region intact.
Piazza Sorrento not only provides the best in authentic Italian cooking this side of the Atlantic, but also believes that all patrons, whether adults or children, should be welcomed like one big family - even those with certain dietary requirements. That is why Piazza Sorrento is widely known for their extensive Gluten Free menu, another reason patrons routinely drive over an hour or more to dine in relative ease and safety.
"Finally a dining experience which makes you feel normal. Recently found out I have Celiac and need to maintain a Gluten Free diet. Hard to go out now to eat because of this restriction. I felt like a kid in the candy store with so may choices. Was very happy to find this restaurant that had a large menu choice. Food was great and so was dessert. My daughter had no diet restrictions and her food was great too."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"In town visiting Hershey Park for the weekend and looking for a place that took reservations near the park. Piazza Sorrento fit the bill and had good reviews on yelp and open table. We weren't disappointed. We were a bit skeptical about whether we'd mad the right choice when we pulled up and discovered the restaurant is located in the same building as a mini mart and gas station, but don't let the exterior dissuade you. The food was very good and the service was fast and friendly. Overall, it was a great place to go with the kids after a long day at the park."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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"On Mother's Day the food was good - as always, and it is always nice to have multiple GF options. The wait for the food was a bit longer than ever, but on a special day - that is to be expected!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"This is a great Italian restaurant that pays attention to detail - the mozzarella is made fresh every day, as is the dough and pasta and bread. The appetizers are outstanding. I don't even want to wander to another Italian restaurant - this place is it for me!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"The food was good and the service was nice, but a little slow. The dining room has a nice atmosphere and it's great that they have a kids menu with activities. If we lived closer we might come again but we can get similar quality food closer to home for a better price."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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"Noise while trying to dine was VERY bad. Table conversation was almost impossible without talking very loud. Every tables conversation must have benn bouncing off the walls. Food and service was excellent!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"Food was not good. Eggplant Parmesan breading was burned and had a slice of mozzarella that didn't seem to have the ability to melt. My husband's veal was terrible. Do not understand the effusively good ratings I read before we went."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
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"I originally had a group of 5 people for Prom. We had a last minute addition to our group and the staff were great about it! Our waitress was amazing! She was sweet, attentive, and very polite! The food was great and came out at the perfect time! Everything was spectacular!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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"After traveling thru Italy with friends we wanted to treat them to some "real" Italian food. Piazza Sorrento came through with homemade pasta, excellent sauces, great cocktail menu and full wine list."
Dined on 04/11/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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"I am gluten free. Your GF menu is wonderful and very tasty. I have mentioned it to other GF friends. It's wonderful to know that there is a restaurant in the area that got GF right! I had Anne Maria lasagna, cheese steak soup and cheesecake...all were the greatest! APPLAUSE! APPLAUSE! APPLAUSE! Thank you so very much. As for our table of 7, the consensus was an astounding 10! Also we can't let out your staff...bravo to them. An overall 100% dining pleasure. We'll be back and so will our family and friends."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Been there before and the food is always good, especially the homemade specialties. It always seems to be busy and the noise level can be difficult for conversation. Reservations are always a good idea. Wait staff has always been pleasant. They do give the choice of small portions which is wonderful unless you want to take home your lunch for the next day. Regular portion size are large."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"We have dined at Piazza Sorrento many times, and every time I dine there I forget why I keep coming back... Until the food arrives. It is definitely some of the best in the area. If only this restaurant could get the service part right. One waitress in particular has literally never gotten my order correct in all of my visits there. Just as I am fed up with the service, dessert comes and makes up for everything."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"This was our first visit and we were extremely pleased. The service was excellent and the food was sensational. Beyond a doubt, this will be our choice of Italian restaurant for the future. We highly recommend Piazza Sorrento for those who have not tried it."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion
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"With numerous dining choices, we choose Piazza Sorrento, and we were not disappointed. Food was fresh and homemade. Service was great at all levels. Looking forward to visit #2 in the future!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"My sister and I tried Piazza Sorrento when we couldn't seem to get a reservation at any of the Hershey Hotel restaurants. Wow, were we happy that we came here. Not only were the waitresses absolutely lovely, but the food was delicious. We were so happy with everything that we came back the second night. I have very specific dietary restrictions and the chef prepared the food perfectly. Everyone went out of their way to make our experience there wonderful. It was so nice to come to a family owned restaurant where everyone there cares so much about making their guests feel comfortable and enjoy everything. I would highly recommend taking your family here. This is by far one of the best family restaurants I have ever been to!"
Dined on 03/28/2013
2010
Special Features: kid-friendly
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"Fantastic service. Went two nights in a row and had multiple special requests that were handled without ever making us feel bad about. Meal was great. Bread was to die for!!! Everyone was so nice and went above and beyond servicing us. Highly recommend."
Dined on 03/29/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"Our server, Laura was awesome. Personable, knowledgable, funny and attentive. We dined there Friday and returned Saturday. Food was incredible. Having just returned from Italy, food was remarkably similar in quality. If in Hershey area, this place is an absolute must visit!!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"This was or first Sat. night we dined at Piazza Sorrento. The food, as always, was delicious. One member of our party commented on how tasty the gluten free meal was. There was no wait for our reservation, but once seated,the service was very slow, which was a problem for a young one in our party. It was quite busy and there did not seem to be enough servers for the number of diners. The owners could not have been nicer and we will continue to dine here. We may choose to do so for lunch or for weeknight dinners."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, great for lunch
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"This was the first time my family has been to this restaurant. I heard so many good things, but never had the opportunity to dine here until now. I must say that this is now my new favorite Italian restaurant. From start to finish I do not have any complaints. Everything that we tried was excellent!! Not only that, the staff was extremely friendly. I also really like the fact that the owners were present and played a very active role in the dinner service. I would definitely recommend this restaurant to anyone who loves Italian food."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2013
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"Excellent homemade pastas and sauces!! Very pleasant and attentive service!! Pretty complete and interesting Italian menu. Nice enough and comfortable intererior. First time there and it worked out perfectly before a show at Hershey Theater. Will be anxious to return! Glad that it was on Open Table for us to find!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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"The House Specialty - Grilled Gnocchi is worth the trip. The services is lacking so do not be in a rush. The appetizers and soup were not special but did I mention the Grilled Gnocchi!!! Going back just for that. Management and staff were all kind and very welcoming. Overall we had a good experience and will be going back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
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"Food was amazing, and service was good, too. The main drawback to the evening was that despite our having reservations, we had to wait a good 20 minutes or more standing in the doorway in a very crowded area, having to move every time someone came in or out. They apologized and said our wait was because they had some unexpected large groups and were giving some time for the kitchen to catch up. Would have been better to be seated for the wait, even if they said they needed to delay our order for a bit, at least we would have been more comfortable than standing in the entrance way and could have enjoyed a beverage and maybe some bread. That being said, the grilled gnocchi was outstanding, the salad was decent, and the bread was good, too."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"We had reservations for 6:00 since we were going to see Jersey Boys down the street at 8:00. We should have had plenty of time, but service was horribly slow. We were not the only ones who suffered. We didn't even order appetizers (and had no time for dessert). We didn't even get drinks (which were 3 waters and an iced tea because after we chose our food some of us were getting a glass of wine) for 10 minutes. Crab cakes and Garlic Shrimp pasta and lobster ravioli (standard dishes) were all good - and one of us ordered a chef special and it was good, too, although not something to rave about. Our server apologized that a large table got in front of her."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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"We are regulars at Piazza Sorrento..the food is always of a consistant quality, and the service is friendly and polite. Their pizzas are always fresh and well-prepared."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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"I had been there for lunch before and liked it very much. Recommended it to friends for dinner and we had a very good experience. The food was home cooked and comforting and very tasty, and we had the best waitress in the person of Laura."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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"the food preparaion was excellent - the sauces delicate and flavorful - my shrimp w/ pasta in a garlic tomatoe sauce was full of garlic (at my request) the homemade pastas were delicious others enjoyed the crab cake special, the grilled gnocci, and i cant recall the other pasta dish but everyone was very pleased authentic well prepared dishes worthy of NYC (were we were 2 weeks ago for 2 great dinners) portions are appropriate if you want a huge plate of pasta lathered with sauce you go to olive garden if you want fine food go here we were asked if it was our first visit and the owner and his wife stopped by our table to introduce themseves and welcome us to their restaurant very classy"
Dined on 03/01/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"We had a great dinner... started with a delicious shrimp appetizer. I had a wonderful Caprese salad with great balsamic. the scallops and eggplant involtini were awesome! I would recommend this restaurant!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"If I had friends that were going to the Hershey area, I don't think this would be one of my top choices to recommend. The food was okay, but the service was very good. However, we were told this is an upscale restaurant, by no means is this an upscale restaurant. Maybe for the area this is considered upscale??? They had a nice bar which you can also order off the regular menu. I think if I was go back, that's where I would sit. The pasta dishes were good, not great. Overall, I think it's overated by the other reviewers."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2009
Special Features: kid-friendly
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"We decided to try this place out over Valentine's weekend. As expected, the restaurant was very busy but we were seated as soon as we arrived... That's a big plus! After being sat at a smaller table, we asked if we could be moved to one of the open booths and they accommodated without hesitation. Our server was very knowledgeable, attentive and extremely friendly and that seemed to be the same for the entire staff. No complaints about the food. I thought my lobster fra diavolo was above average and my fiancee thought her crab tortellini was fantastic. The calamari appetizer was big enough for the both of us but the flavor was a little bland. I'm sure we will be visiting this restaurant again in the near future."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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"First time at Pizza Sorento the food was excellent. Had the parmesan chicken it was delicious and my friend had the chicken picatta which was wonderful also. The service was great and food was wonderful. Thw onny thing is that the noise level in the dining room is really loud because it is a smaller space with alot of tables. Other than that would go back for lunch or dinner again anyday."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
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"This place is a favorite for my team, both for a tasty (and FILLING) lunch, or just a relaxed and reasonably priced dinner. The options are good for our team, and the gluten free menu is a favorite of some of our choicer dieted colleagues. Overall a solid choice."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for lunch
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"Not impressed. We went there for Valentine's Day dinner based on recommendation of friends. Unfortunately, we were disappointed. The Veal Marsala was thick, tough and with very little Marsala sauce. The other entree was better but nothing to write home about either. The server did nothing to improve our dining experience.
We have removed Sorrento's off our list of places to dine"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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"We had this restaurant recommended to us by someone who lives in Hershey (we were from out of town.) It was a very busy night since there was a marriage seminar meeting nearby which had 900 couples attending and they were all given the task of going out to eat Saturday night. Although it was busy we had made reservations through Open Table the day before and we didn't have to wait long to be seated. The staff took things in stride and provided us with a lovely night out."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"One of our go-to places for Italian food. All the pasta and sauces are freshly made daily on site. The service is excellent, the owners are available and outgoing. The food is delicious. We had the chicken marsala and it was cooked perfectly. We have also had several pasta dishes and have never found them wanting. All in all, a great place for both lunch and dinner."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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"We are always pleased with our meals at Piazza Sorrento and this night was no different. The wine was great, the meals excellent and the Panna Cotta was unbelievable! This is our favorite place to eat and the owners are so personable, we rate this high!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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"I have to say we excited to try this new restaurant. it was for a valentines day dinner so we were expecting better. They seemed to be underprepared for the crowd, the kitchen was slow, and our waitress was not very cheery. Some people actually got up and left after sitting for a long period of yime before even being greeted by the waitress. We had a long wait for our food, red snapper, and was disappointed because it was overdone. We will probably give it a second chance, however, because they handed out cards for a percentage off a future dinner due to the slow service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: notable wine list
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