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Stefano's Italian Cafe
Stefano's is THE place to go for authentic Italian in historic Middletown.
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23 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Rating Breakdown 23 reviews
5 stars
(6)
4 stars
(13)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(14)
- fit for foodies(5)
- great for outdoor dining(5)
- notable wine list(3)
- special occasion(3)
- good for groups(2)
Stefano's Italian Cafe Reviews List
Review 1 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Shouldn't Take Reservations!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First words out of the greeter was how he hated the OpenTable system, he did not have our reservations though they were made more than hour before we arrived. He said he would have to see what he could do, I said do your best this is my wife's first time here and it was mother's day. He told us we should just leave then, they were very busy....so we did, and we will never be back."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 2 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Had a Great evening waitress and staff were Great and its right down my street. Will recommend :)"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was good (about like
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was good (about like an "Olive Garden"), but kind of pricey."
Dined on 04/19/2013
2013
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Review 4 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
1st, but not last time @ Stefano's
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were greeted warmly by name, and made welcome, then given options for seating.
Promptly seated, our server, Chris gave a detailed(but concise) description of the specials. We studied the wine list, as he described some newly acquired wines. He left us for a moment and returned with samples of two wines he felt we would enjoy. Both fine bottles, we chose one of his suggestions and found that it cost half as much as a few of the wines we had been considering. No upcost steering here, just solid, efficient, considerate help. Our food was very good, arrived hot, and was exactly as described. Good pace, no rush, no delay. We had an excellent experience, and are looking forward to returning soon. Complements/thanks to all!"
Promptly seated, our server, Chris gave a detailed(but concise) description of the specials. We studied the wine list, as he described some newly acquired wines. He left us for a moment and returned with samples of two wines he felt we would enjoy. Both fine bottles, we chose one of his suggestions and found that it cost half as much as a few of the wines we had been considering. No upcost steering here, just solid, efficient, considerate help. Our food was very good, arrived hot, and was exactly as described. Good pace, no rush, no delay. We had an excellent experience, and are looking forward to returning soon. Complements/thanks to all!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
First time back in years.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"First time back in years. Won't wait so long the next time. Nice cozy feel, and outstanding food!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 6 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always like going to Stefano's.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We always like going to Stefano's. Good food, nice atmosphere. It's quiet if you sit back beyond the bar area, but still nice elsewhere, too. Always go for the Specials, you can't miss :-)"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place to dine!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My friend and I heard about this place from friends and when my daughter heard I was going there, said I would love it. I did. We plan to return n the not too distant future."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 8 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I was disappointed to see
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I was disappointed to see such an increase in prices from the online menu. Portion sizes were large but still a might bit expensive. Food was good but the server was a little unfriendly. Definitely worth a second try though"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2013
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Review 9 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good and friendly service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good and friendly service Made us feel right at home. Good food. Definitely going back."
Dined on 03/21/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Love this local, hometown
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love this local, hometown place. We will return with more folks next time around."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
First time there, Food very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time there, Food very good, clean, fast personal service, prices reasonable for quality. Will return very pleased."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 13 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We enjoyed our first visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We enjoyed our first visit to this restaurant. Regretfully, we were under some time constraints, with an event following our dinner. They had a big crowd that evening and did not seem quite prepared to handle the rush. But overall, no complaints. We liked our food and wine and being somewhat in a hurry was our problem, not theirs."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2013
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Review 14 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The first problem we had was
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The first problem we had was that the waiter offered us specials without telling us the price. My husband ordered one of the specials. I ordered the Stefano's Pasta Primavera. The sauce was a little spicy and tasted old. When we told the waiter that it was spicy he said it shouldn't it's just marinara sauce. I told him I didn't like it. Most restaurants will offer to get something else. He did not. When the waiter came back and ask if we wanted boxes we again said I didn't like the food. He said he was sorry and handed us the bill. That's when we found out the price of the special my husband ordered. Which was overpriced. Lesson learned there. Always ask price. Will not be going back. Will not recommend!!!"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2010
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Review 15 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was spectacular, service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was spectacular, service was pretty good. They brag about desserts and cheesecake but was nearly out of all deserts (our reservations were 6:15). Had an odd wait when we came. Our table was ready, no others were waiting but were stuck in lobby for 20 minutes. Owner was on phone behind check in talking to someone for a some time while we waited. Then he just walked away. Came back and asked if we were being helped, said no and he walked away again. Finally after 3 different people took our name, we were seated. The quality of the food almost completely made up for this greeting blunder."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 16 for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food could have been a little
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food could have been a little warmer, but the cheesecake was amazing the best I have ever had."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Stefano's Italian Cafe
Based on the average of (7) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate