Valbella Connecticut

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   Matthew

   New York City20 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent place to celebrate a special birthday. The food was excellent and service impeccable with homemade desserts.
   

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   Kevin VIP

   New York City88 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Outstanding as always!! Never disappoints. First class service and food quality .
   

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   AshleyR VIP

   New York City24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on March 1, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Highly recommend here for celebrating a birthday or any special occasion. Everyone went over and beyond!
   

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   Nicholas

   New York City4 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 28, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Valbella: An Extraordinary Culinary Haven From the moment you enter Valbella, you're embraced by an experience beyond ordinary dining. The maître d's greet you with such warmth that you feel like a cherished regular, even on your first visit. The ambiance strikes that perfect balance between elegance and comfort. Soft lighting casts a golden glow across immaculate tables in a space that feels both intimate and vibrant. Pristine tablecloths and polished glassware showcase meticulous attention to detail, creating an atmosphere so inviting you'll linger long after your meal concludes. The staff elevates service to an art form through seamless teamwork. Water glasses are refilled before half-empty, plates disappear discreetly, and outstanding Italian bread arrives without asking. Every staff member approaches with perfect timing and encyclopedic menu knowledge, making you feel valued and cared for throughout. The culinary offerings are extraordinary. Having dined here over twenty times yearly, I can attest that consistency is their hallmark. Pasta is perfectly al dente, sauces are rich yet balanced, and seafood dishes showcase the freshest catches. Meat entrées—from tender veal to aged steaks—demonstrate both technical precision and creative vision. While commanding a premium price, the exceptional quality provides remarkable value—ideal for celebrations and special occasions where the culinary artistry justifies every dollar spent. Daily specials feature seasonal ingredients in innovative preparations that honor Italian traditions. The house-made desserts, especially the legendary napoleon with its delicate pastry layers and silky cream, seal the promise that you'll return soon. Valbella achieves perfection across every aspect of dining. From welcome to farewell, it earns a definitive 10/10—a destination for those who understand that exceptional dining nourishes both body and soul.
   

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   Oli

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on February 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had carbonara and spicy pasta with sausage. It was just ok, not great. Service was great.
   

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   Kevin

   Connecticut1 review

   5.0

   Dined on February 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Simply Outstanding. Valhalla does everything just right. The staff is so considerate and wonderful. The food and platings are excellent. I
   

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   Mandy

   New York City31 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on January 31, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   At Valbella, we always have an excellent time and a delicious meal and the service is by far one of the best we have ever experienced--always is. Mike took tremendous care of us--the waitstaff and managers always deliver the highest form of service and hospitality. This time we had the specials for our entrees--sauteed branzino and then a potato encrusted halibut--fresh and beautifully prepared, accompanied by vegetables and roast potatoes--starters were the penne a la vodka and the fiori di zucca. They are always generous portions. Excellent wine/champagne .All in all, a delightful evening all around.
   

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   Steve

   New York City31 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on January 24, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always consistently a great experience with great service and wonderful food. Love it
   

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   Lori B VIP

   New York City29 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on January 19, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Main courses, salmon, spaghetti carbonara and seafood fra Diavlo were fair. Chicken parm was good. Appetizers , salad, tuna tartare, crab cake were good. Dessert, apple tart and lava cake were very good. Service was excellent. Very pretty place !
   

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    Lisa

    Connecticut21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on January 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Absolutely perfect — food, ambience snd service were SUPERB!
    

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