Diorio's Restaurant and Bar

4.6

634 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem
Romantic

Please call the restaurant at 203-754-5111 for additional availability.

The legendary history of Diorio Restaurant began in the 1920s. The late Rocco Diorio was responsible for the fine traditional food and many lasting memories for most of the people in the greater Waterbury area. The restaurant was closed in 1980 and reopened in 1991 after total restoration to its original splendor. The legend continues as we remain true to those endearing memories.

We have the original marble bar, over-sized mahogany bankers booths, tin ceiling, and the most impressive acid-etched mirrors displaying historical Waterbury. Diorio Restaurant has once again reclaimed its reputation as Waterbury's finest.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(203) 754-5111
Website
http://www.diorios.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Catering
We offer large trays of food to be picked up.
Private party facilities
Diorio Restaurant & Bar is the perfect setting for your next private event. From corporate meetings to special occasions, we offer a variety of menu options to suit your event's needs.

Location
231 Bank Street, Waterbury, CT 06702
Neighborhood
Waterbury
Cross street
Grand Street
Parking details
Street parking in front and a parking garage located directly across the street from the front door of the restaurant.
Entertainment
We have Dinner music played by Tom Cruciani on most Friday/Saturday nights...Please call to confirm!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Calamari$19.00
flash-fried calamari, served with Thai sweet chili sauce
Clams Casino$19.00
littleneck clams, breadcrumbs, bacon and our classic casino recipe
Stuffed Long Hots$18.00
long hot Italian peppers, house-made sausage and breadcrumb stuffing, EVOO
Broccoli Rabe & Sausage$18.00
sautéed with garlic and EVOO
Carpaccio*$19.00
thinly shaved filet mignon, shaved pecorino romano, capers, arugula, drizzled balsamic aioli
Tuna Tartare*$19.00
avocado, jalapeno, cucumbers, radish, sesame seeds, spring roll chips, yuzu dressing
Brussels Sprouts$17.00
maple-glaze, bacon, shallots, parmesan
Bruschetta$17.00
crispy Tuscan bread, whipped ricotta and goat cheese, topped with roasted cherry tomatoes & balsamic drizzle

Insalata

Caesar Salad$17.00
romaine, Diorio's creamy anchovy dressing, pecorino romano cheese, house-made garlic croutons
231 Chopped Salad$18.00
romaine, carrots, red peppers, cucumber, chickpeas, kalamata olives, gorgonzola cheese, frizzled onions, house vinaigrette
Apple Salad$17.00
mixed greens, sliced apples, gorgonzola cheese, toasted walnuts, strawberry vinaigrette
Arugula Salad$18.00
arugula, beets, sliced apples, toasted walnuts, gorgonzola cheese, cherry tomatoes, dried cranberries, white balsamic vinaigrette
Add Chicken*$12.00
Add Shrimp* (3)$15.00
Add Salmon*$17.00

Dalla Griglia

Accompanied by whipped potatoes and asparagus

8 oz. Filet Mignon*$52.00
16 oz. Ribeye*$53.00

Pesce

Fish of the Day
M.P.
Faroe Salmon*$37.00
white beans, tomatoes, spinach, garlic, light tomato broth
Scallop Risotto$44.00
diver scallops, diced asparagus, carrots, red peppers, peas, creamy parmesan risotto, drizzled citrus confit

Secondi Piatti

Chicken Parmesan$32.00
breaded chicken breast, melted mozzarella, house marinara, rigatoni
Scarpariello$34.00
sautéed chicken, spicy Italian sausage, roasted potato wedges, hot and sweet peppers, onions, fresh herbs
Chicken Milanese$32.00
breaded chicken cutlets, cool salad of arugula, tomatoes, kalamata olives, diced fresh mozzarella
Veal Diorio$38.00
thinly floured veal cutlets, prosciutto, melted mozzarella, sage, demi-glace, garlic, spinach
Veal Milanese$38.00
breaded veal cutlets, cool salad of arugula, tomatoes, kalamata olives, diced fresh mozzarella
Bank Street Burger*$23.00
8 oz. Black Angus, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, brioche bun, fries

Le Paste

Wheat pasta and gluten-free pasta available upon request

Gemelli & Sausage$32.00
gemelli pasta, spicy sausage crumbles, sun-dried tomatoes, mascarpone cream sauce
Pappardelle Bolognese$32.00
wide ribbon pasta, ground beef and pork tomato sauce, touch of cream, fresh ricotta
Rigatoni Alla Vodka$29.00
vodka, plum tomatoes, cream sauce
Rigatoni Alla Caprese$28.00
tomatoes, fresh basil, light tomato sauce, diced mozzarella
Broccoli Rabe & Sausage$32.00
penne, broccoli rabe, sausage, garlic, cannellini beans
Shrimp Scampi$36.00
herb crumbs, tomatoes, peas, garlic scampi sauce, spaghetti
Linguini & Clams$32.00
littleneck clams, grape tomatoes, parsley, white or red clam sauce

Sides

Parmesan Truffle Fries$10.00
Grilled Asparagus$10.00
Broccoli Rabe, Garlic, EVOO$10.00
Spinach, Garlic, EVOO$9.00
Creamy Seasonal Risotto $9.00
Long Hot Peppers$10.00
House-Made Onion Rings$9.00

What 634 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.5Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Haven
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar is a hidden gem in Waterbury, offering "very good food and great ambiance." Patrons rave about the "top-notch" dishes, attentive service, and "delicious menu." The nostalgic decor evokes New York City charm, making it perfect for special occasions. Don't miss the lobster bisque and veal Diorio!

634 Reviews

D
David
New York City
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I've been looking forward to dining here for the past several years and finally made a reservation to celebrate my wife's birthday. I had high hopes and somewhat high expectations coming into this based upon others reviews, the pictures of the venue posted online, and the menu. To say it missed the mark for my wife's special day would be putting it nicely. The food was just ok, but the service we received (or didn't receive) really spoke volumes to the experience. We were rushed through our dinner from the time we were seated, to the time we were out the door was less than an hour. Our order was taken, water and bread delivered to our table, appetizer, dinner took a while to arrive and they picked up our bread plates with my wife's bread half eaten when they came to tell us our entrees were taking a little while. They never offered more bread while we wait or if we wanted more water or anything else. When we were nearly done dinner we were asked if we wanted coffee and when we said no, they picked up our plates and my wife wasn't entirely finished eating. Then they dropped off the check without asking if we were ready for it as if to say we had overstayed our welcome. I felt rushed, but my wife was left feeling unwelcome on her special day. The final act of bad service was when my wife and I were walking out to the front door and one of the hostesses rushed past me, cut between me and my wife and stopped short so I had to stop and wait for her to recognize that she had cut me off and allow me to pass by to escort my wife out. I really wish this had been a better experience, but it was very disappointing.
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John L.
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect from the moment we walked through the door. Service was super, food was absolutely delicious. Thank you!
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Donna
San Francisco
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on December 18, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our food was amazing and so was our service! Will go back again
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CHELSEA
VIP
New York City
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
such an enjoyable dinner - Ivy was a great server! Loved the food!
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Deirdre
Naples
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food,service and atmosphere was amazing! A real treat!
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Carl
New York City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure. Wait staff, owner, host, food, ambiance, all make a memorable occasion. One of my favorite places in the world to dine.
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Bryan
VIP
New York City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent - love the old booths and the neighborhood feel. Food was excellent.
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Judy
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
After a long time away from this restaurant due to the pandemic and it's closure after that, I did not know what to expect but it did not disappoint. The restaurant was busy and the bar was almost full. We were greeted promptly and given a nice booth to sit in. Our food was delicious as were the martinis. The server gave us suggestions based on our prompting. The desserts were delicious as well. I will definitely return again.
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Kathleen
Greater Boston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and JT, our server, was excellent. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
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Joel
New York City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great meal with lots of activity. Sometimes hard to hear but adds to the vibe.
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FAQs

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 754-5111.

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar is rated 4.6 stars by 634 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Diorio's Restaurant and Bar

231 Bank Street, Waterbury, CT 06702

Additional information

Cross street
Grand Street
Neighborhood
Waterbury
Hours of operation
Bar Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street parking in front and a parking garage located directly across the street from the front door of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
We have Dinner music played by Tom Cruciani on most Friday/Saturday nights...Please call to confirm!
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.diorios.com/
Phone number
(203) 754-5111
Catering
We offer large trays of food to be picked up.
Private party facilities
Diorio Restaurant & Bar is the perfect setting for your next private event. From corporate meetings to special occasions, we offer a variety of menu options to suit your event's needs.

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Rigatoni Alla Caprese

Gemelli & Sausage

Rigatoni Alla Vodka

Minestre

French Onion Soup$10.00

Lobster Bisque$12.00

Antipasti

Calamari$19.00

Clams Casino$19.00

Stuffed Long Hots$18.00

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage$18.00

Carpaccio*$19.00

Tuna Tartare*$19.00

Brussels Sprouts$17.00

Bruschetta$17.00

Insalata

Caesar Salad$17.00

231 Chopped Salad$18.00

Apple Salad$17.00

Arugula Salad$18.00

Add Chicken*$12.00

Add Shrimp* (3)$15.00

Add Salmon*$17.00

Dalla Griglia

8 oz. Filet Mignon*$52.00

16 oz. Ribeye*$53.00

Pesce

Fish of the Day

Faroe Salmon*$37.00

Scallop Risotto$44.00

Secondi Piatti

Chicken Parmesan$32.00

Scarpariello$34.00

Chicken Milanese$32.00

Veal Diorio$38.00

Veal Milanese$38.00

Bank Street Burger*$23.00

Le Paste

Gemelli & Sausage$32.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$32.00

Rigatoni Alla Vodka$29.00

Rigatoni Alla Caprese$28.00

Broccoli Rabe & Sausage$32.00

Shrimp Scampi$36.00

Linguini & Clams$32.00

Sides

Parmesan Truffle Fries$10.00

Grilled Asparagus$10.00

Broccoli Rabe, Garlic, EVOO$10.00

Spinach, Garlic, EVOO$9.00

Creamy Seasonal Risotto $9.00

Long Hot Peppers$10.00

House-Made Onion Rings$9.00

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