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Castello Reviews List

Castello

Castello Restaurant nestled on the busy Padanaram Rd. offers traditional Italian flavors to diners in the greater Danbury area. Castello offers an array of dining spaces, all of which feature neutral, pastel wall colors and tables adorned with white tablecloths. The restaurant also offers an on-site bar that is decorated in bold orange hues accented by dark wood tones. We also have available private rooms perfect for Corporate catering, family or special occasions and more. Diners can select from an assortment of fresh pasta, chicken, meat, and seafood dishes. We look forward to transporting you from the hustle and bustle of Danbury, to a more leisurely Italian way of dinning! We're awaiting your visit.
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32 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
(32 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 32 reviews
5 stars
(15)
4 stars
(15)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5
Service 
4.6 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.8 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • romantic(16)
  • special occasion(13)
  • fit for foodies(12)
  • neighborhood gem(11)
  • notable wine list(10)
  • good for groups(9)
Castello Reviews List
Review 1 for Castello
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A real caesar salad

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"tableside is the name of the game at this lovely italian find in connecticut. the caesar salad is as it should be, the deboning of fish is elegant and the flaming desserts are just fun. the food is well prepared--perfectly cooked fish and veggies. wines by the glass are limited. they could not have been any nicer, and the service was impeccable."
Dined on 6/08/2013
 2013
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Review 2 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Bon Appetito

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Dined on 5/23/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I recommend this terrific restaurant to anyone who is looking to enjoy a delicious dinner, with loved ones at a warm, cozy place on any night of the week. I've been here many times before, because not only is the food superb, the service is just as great. They go out of there way to make your experience a memorable one, regardless of how many times you've been there. When you go to Castello, make a point of ordering their crab cakes if they offer them as a special of the evening, you wont be disappointed! If they don't have them then get the Cesar- as fresh as it gets. You cant go wrong with whatever you order there. Just like myself, you'll leave Castello feeling satisfied with both your meal and your experience."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Castello
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/23/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food and service were excellent and prices are pretty reasonable, except for some of their specials which seemed a bit pricey as well as the wine list which was also a bit high for this area. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience however."
Dined on 5/23/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Castello
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great local food

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"For a quiet meal with great food and service, this is a great local find."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Castello
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Imitations Won"t Do

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Overall, the food was very good,but the mushroom stuffed with crab meat was lacking. The oysters on- the- half- shell were some of the best I've ever had, and coming from Maryland, that says a lot. As I expected, the veal dishes, which my party had, were very good, especially the veal chop."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Superb!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Founded listed on the hotel's list of local restaurants, took a chance and we loved everything about it. the dishes were superb! One of the best Mojito's I have had in a while!"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
+1point
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Review 7 for Castello
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We were greeted with a warm

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were greeted with a warm reception and the food choice was good. We all thoroughly appreciated the delicious food which was served with great service. We definitely recommend this restaurant for a quality dining experience."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2008
Special Features: good for groups
+1point
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Review 8 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Delicious and great ambience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I chose Castello for a special birthday dinner for my girlfriend, and it was fantastic. The servers and management were all friendly and personable, and while they were attentive, they were in no hurry and let us linger at our own pace.
We had a very nice bottle of wine and started with the tableside Caesar salad. Our entrees included Dover Sole also fileted and de-boned expertly table side, and the pasta with shrimp & cherry peppers.
Everything was delicious. I will definitely count this as a favorite!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic
+1point
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Review 9 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We went on a Sunday evening

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We went on a Sunday evening and the restaurant was not very busy; the wait staff was appropriately attentive, the wine list was diverse and the appetizers and food were excellent."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Really a fantastic find!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Really a fantastic find! Outstanding service and food."
Dined on 04/02/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
+2points
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Review 11 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another delicious meal for

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Another delicious meal for my husband and I. Superior service matched by savory food!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
+2points
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Review 12 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a find! Food was fantastic!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"What a find! Food was fantastic! We can't wait to go back. We started with the Caesar salad for two, it was amazing. My salmon was perfect and my husband had penne with arrabiata sauce, it wasn't on the menu, but they made it. He said it was fabulous."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
+3points
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Review 13 for Castello
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Website is outdated. We chose

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Website is outdated. We chose the restaurant because of the winelist and menu we saw on the website, but when we got there, they were both different than we saw so it was disappointing.They were also out of 3 of the cabernets on the winelist that night."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2004
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Review 14 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This is one of Danbury's best

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"This is one of Danbury's best kept secrets. Everything we ordered from the appetizer to the dessert was excellent. The staff clearly take pride in the quality."
Dined on 03/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
+2points
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Review 15 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A great meal! The Branzino

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A great meal! The Branzino was spectacular"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
+2points
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Review 16 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had such an enjoyable dinner.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had such an enjoyable dinner. The staff as always went above and beyond to make sure we were pleased with our visit, and the food was outstanding as always. Definitely make a point of trying their table made cesare salad-its terrific!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 17 for Castello
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"7:30 reservation on a Saturday night; Loved the covered parking, great atmosphere and tables that were not on top of each other. The abundant staff was the perfect mix of attentive, polite and engaging. They knew to be there when you needed them, and away when you didn't. Both the regular menu and daily specials each had many enticing dishes which makes it difficult to choose but a MUST to return. Our meals were absolutely delicious from the appetizer to dessert. Enjoyed the tableside presentations of Caesar Salad and the Sea Bass and the complimentary Limoncello with our check."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
+3points
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Review 18 for Castello
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

We had always enjoyed good

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had always enjoyed good food, excellent service and quiet ambiance. This most recent dinner, however, was marred somewhat by a loud radio, which we had never before experienced at Castello. Not sure why this normally, quiet & classy restaurant found it necessary to have a radio blaring. We will give it another try to see if this was just a fluke. Food & service were excellent."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Castello
Based on the average of (14) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
1.8 / 3
Moderate