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Aliano's Ristorante

Bringing classic dishes to Batavia showcasing their taste of Italian cuisine.

The “Best Small Town” in Illinois will experience exquisite “Old Country” recipes. Each dish is homemade and authentically prepared with fresh ingredients.

Come visit and experience the passion and warmth of Italian hospitality. Everyone feels like family at Aliano’s Ristorante.

Buon Appetito!
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52 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
(52 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 52 reviews
5 stars
(16)
4 stars
(23)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(2)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(31)
  • fit for foodies(18)
  • good for groups(15)
  • notable wine list(13)
  • special occasion(13)
  • kid-friendly(12)
Aliano's Ristorante Reviews List
Review 1 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good Food, Service, Ambience

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We ate lunch recently at Aliano's Ristorante, in downtown Batavia, IL. We were seated promptly in the open and attractive dining room, and our friendly and informative waiter brought us the menus, explained the specials, answered questions, and checked back with us throughout the meal. The main course--some had pasta, some sandwiches--was delicious and well-prepared, and we gave into temptation and ordered from their interesting dessert menu. We did not order alcoholic drinks, but the wine list seemed quite varied. Altogether a well-spent two hours, with good food that was well served in a pleasant and inviting atmosphere."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Quality Food - OK Service

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were there for Mother's Day dinner with a large group. Seated promptly, however service was somewhat slow as the restaurant was packed. It wasn't unbearable, but definitely noticeable as our server constantly was apologizing. Not a huge deal though, I've had much worse. On the bright side, the food was terrific. The calamari and octopus were very tasty and the pasta entrees superb. Everyone seemed to enjoy their meals. We also enjoyed the lemon sorbet for dessert. Outside of the few service glitches, a very pleasant experience. We will eat here again."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

overpriced

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The ambiance was nice - service was friendly but "forgetful". The food was bland - very overpriced."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 4 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Poor service

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Though initially the restaraunt was busy, this excuse quickly wained. We did not order appetizers and ordered entrees straight off the menu when our drink orders were taken and it took almost an HOUR AND A HALF to get our meal. The waiter only came by ONCE to ask if we wanted another round of drinks. He did do a few 'drive bys' -"everything good?" as he was passing by to another table...though the waiter did apologize verbally for the wait, it was not heartfelt and we were never offered compensation of any kind like a free appetizer or dessert or glass of house wine. Overall a poor experience and will be sure and tell all my friends such. As for the food, two out of the three dinners were just okay, and the third was HORRIBLE. PRICEY"
Dined on 5/04/2013
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Review 5 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/01/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"When the food is good, its good, but they are inconsistent with the quality of their food."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, notable wine list
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Review 6 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We really enjoyed our first

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We really enjoyed our first visit to Aliano's ! The food was delicious, they had outdoor seating (although it was a bit too nippy that night ), the atmosphere was nice, there was live music in the bar, and they had this fabulous magician who went from table to table entertaining ! We highly recommend this restaurant !"
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 7 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

WECOME TO LITTLE ITALY

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"EVERYTHING WAS OUTSTANDING THE OWNER, AND STAFF WERE VERY KIND.THE FOOD WAS WONDERFUL. MY COWORKERS AND MYSELF REALLY ENJOYED THE NEW OUT DOOR FIRE PIT WHAT A GREAT IDEA!!!! KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK MARIO!!!!! BEST WISHES FOR WHAT'S NEXT TO COME."
Dined on 04/26/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 8 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

we went for the entertainment,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"we went for the entertainment, you do not find very many restaurants that have a variety show you can enjoy during dinner. He involved the whole audience and kids liked it too. the food was great, very ample size portions. The waiter was friendly and very accomodating. We will definetly return"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 9 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First visit

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was our first visit. Food and service were great. Tight/crowded seating.
Owner talks to you if he knows you. Ask for perimeter seating for best overall experience.
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Dined on 04/20/2013
 2007
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Review 10 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Back off on the salt and I

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Back off on the salt and I might come back"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining
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Review 11 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The singer was far too lound,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The singer was far too lound, which made conversation difficult."
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2000
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 12 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

They had three singers lined

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"They had three singers lined up for the night. We saw the first performer who was great. He sang a lot of Dean Martin and Tony Bennett songs. A Cher performer was next and I can't recall the last performer. The food is very fresh and the entrees come with soup or salad, which is usually an additional fee. There was a $25.00 bottle of select wines special that night."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
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Review 13 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is the 2nd time we were

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This is the 2nd time we were seated in the middle area, not good at all, when the door opens you get a cold draft of wind/air on you. I had to wear a light coat the entire dinner time. Servers kept hitting the chair I was sitting in because it was so tight. This seating arrangement is very poor. If this continues, it would cause me not to come back to this resturant. The food that was ordered was not delivered all at the same time. In fact they delivered one meal and then came and took it away because it was the wrong order. This was the 3rd time we have been to this resturant. 1. very good, 2, good, 3 poor - based all on service and seating."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
4 / 3
Energetic
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Review 15 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A restaurant to look for special,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"A restaurant to look for special, not standard, Italian/regional items to be available.
A bit heavy on the noise. Coversation is difficult. There needs to be some acoustic dampening of conversation reflections - especially the cieling area and projections across tables through the rooms.
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Dined on 02/16/2013
 2010
Special Features: late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

The best Veal limone I have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The best Veal limone I have EVER had! Great dining experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 17 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Terrible service, very slow

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Terrible service, very slow to take our order and to get our food. Waitress never checked on us, and when we got our food, the order was wrong. Frustrating dining experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2008
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Review 18 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

A Good Visit, but not Excellent.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"This was our second time at the restaurant. The food is truely outstanding. Among the best italian we have had in the area. The service, as it was the first time, is just good. We were there on Valentine's Day, which has to be accounted for, but we have found the restaurant does not operate well while they are very busy. I suspect there is less foot traffic most of the time, and when things get real busy, they have trouble handling it. Despite that, the staff was friendly and courteous. A note though, do not order the Banana's Foster. For $10, it is basically just vanilla ice cream with a couple of cut banana's. Barely resembles the true desert."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2003
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 19 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

This was my fourth visit to

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my fourth visit to Aliano's. I keep hoping it will get better each time, but I'm sorry to say it does not. The service and ambiance is great. The food, however, needs improvement. The bread was stale and the main dishes were barely warm. The sauce on the pasta dishes really didn't have much flavor. And the eggplant parmesan had too much breading. They do have a nice drink menu.
I think Aliano's could definitely be a "neighborhood gem" if they just changed their recipes a bit. It's great to have this place in downtown Batavia, but I will not be going back anytime soon.
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Dined on 02/07/2013
 2011
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Review 20 for Aliano's Ristorante
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was good but took an

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was good but took an extremely long time to be served. The staff said they were very busy with take out orders that night. The business needs to correct this problem in the future to provide an enjoyable dining experience!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
 2010
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Aliano's Ristorante
Based on the average of (32) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.5 / 3
Energetic