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After much anticipation, my fiancé and I went to Diorio to celebrate our anniversary several months ago! This spot has been high on my list of restaurants to visit ever since they reopened after COVID and remodeling. The interior was so charming, with a classy vintage feel that I absolutely loved. The menu definitely had some good choices, and while everything we ordered was good, we did agree that we’ve had better. Mostly we thought my fiancé’s ribeye could’ve used more seasoning, but the truffle butter that he had with it definitely added to the flavor. The pasta with my chicken parm was a bit cold, so it must’ve been plated before the chicken. One of the highlights for us though was when the waitress came around with a platter to showcase their desserts - it helped us make our decision on the banana banoffee and chocolate cake. The banoffee was excellent, but the chocolate cake was a little dry. Overall, I do think this is a great option to have in downtown Waterbury, and I would still come back to try some other dishes. We came on a weeknight and were impressed to see that it got pretty busy at peak dinner time!
Food of CTFood of CT
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Lovely atmosphere, very European with dim, warm colors. It's truly pleasant just sitting here, admiring the fancy styling. The service was nothing to talk about. It was just average, but quick enough! As for the food, it was good. Everyone loved their food, but I'm known to be unforgiving and overanalytical when it comes to cooking. I had pasta with clams and white wine sauce. The dish arrived hot right off the stove! But both my friends and I thought the sauce wasn't reduced enough, making it watery and slightly bland. The clams lacked a bit of flavor, but weren't overcooked which is nice. The food was still tasty - but not $28 tasty. It's not like it was a rush, but I guess mistakes happen even to the best chefs. The best part was the dessert. I ordered the créme brulée (whatever the spelling is), and it was delicious. The crunchy, smoky caramelized sugar was something else, and went really well with the creamy stuff underneath. I'd come here again in a few months, and I recommend you do too, you won't regret it.
Eleanor KuzmichEleanor Kuzmich
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I took my wife there for special occasion. Made sure to let waiter know we were in no hurry. He was very respectful. His name was Art. We started the dinner with soup. French onion and lobster bisque. The bisque was the best ever. The French onion was superb. Apps were calimari and sausage and broccoli rabe. . Then penne ala vodka for her and veal Diorio for me with spinach and mashed potatoes. Very good. Desert was NY cheese cake and creme brulee. The cheese cake was average. If they ever had mine they we know what I am talking about. . This place takes you back in time . I would highly recommend.
P CapP Cap
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Diorio is a wonderful, old school steakhouse. The ambiance, food, and service is excellent. I have only been there a few times due to the distance from my home, but I want to go back soon when I am in the area. It is my understanding that they are temporarily closed for renovation. I hope they don't change too much because the old world charm was warm and inviting. My favorites are the shrimp cocktail, lobster bisque and the melt in your mouth filet mignon. Can't wait to return for yet another wonderful experience.
Paul KPaul K
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Absolutely fabulous place, food and service. I ordered Escargot appetizer which was amazing, not too garlicky but just enough, then for dinner I had the ribeye topped with gorgonzola that was so tender and delicious I am still dreaming about it. For dessert I tried the white mousse cake with oreo crust. It was simply out of this world. It had a creamy smooth taste, not too sweet. Service was 5 star, that old school classic style that is so missed today. It's such a stunningly beautifully place you wont want to leave.
DonnalisaDonnalisa
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I haven't eaten here in a few years. Sadly, I won't return. For the price, the food was just ok. Our server was fine, but after our salad and appetizer and had to ask for bread and we got one roll each. That was it. But the clincher was the price for a piece of cheescake and chocolate cake !!!!! $12 a peice !!!!!! I mean, $24 for two pieces of cake ???? Out of their minds!! Had I known, no way would I have ordered them !!!! I could've made a whole cheesecake for $10 and fed a family of 12!!! Totally overrated !!!
Terri KTerri K
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Palace Theater
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231 Bank St, Waterbury, CT 06702
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(203) 754-5111
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diorios.com
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4.4
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Classic Italian cuisine matched by vintage tin ceilings, tile floors, a marble bar & roomy booths.
attractions: Palace Theater, Waterbury Green, Library Park, Century Plaza, Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, Jarjura's Farm, Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Bargain Food Center, One Touch Repair, Mattatuck Museum, restaurants: Domenick & Pia Downtown Pizzeria, Via Al Paraiso, La Borinqueña Restaurant, La Cazuela, Louie's Pizza House, Signatures, House Of GOATS, Rey Del Taco, Freight Street Grill, Tacos Quintero

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