Ristorante Pesto

Wow, wow, wow! What a terrific restaurant. So glad we ventured out there. The staff and service are great. The food - amazing! No bland olive oil/butter here. They start the meal with warm bread served with cold roasted veggies drenched in balsamic. We couldn't decide on whether or not to get the eggplant appetizer - stuffed with spinach, ricotta, and mozzarella in a rose sauce - and we did not. A little while later, the server shows up with the appetizer and says it's on them because it was our first time there. What?! And it was delish! We got the bruschetta which is very good but heavy on the onion - not a criticism, just be aware - as well as a Caesar salad and a poached pear salad. All very good - but our eyes definitely overloaded our stomachs. Next were the entrees - also delicious. We had the Chicken Parm with a side of spaghetti, Salmone alla Veneziana, Zuppa di Pesce, and Pollo Picatta. Three desserts to share - the Apple Tart w/ Vanilla Gelato (warm and amazing!), Multi flavored gelato (like being back in Italy), and Banana Cream Pie (the only miss of the night - a weird texture and flavor but we still ate it). LOL Authentic Italian - Do yourself a favor and go!

I had high hopes due to all the high ratings. Food was mediocre. Calamari was ok. Entrees were disappointing. My ravioli came out room temperature while my husband's fettuccine was boiling hot. Chicken served with the fettuccine had no seasoning at all and was very dry. The server was nice, but I have never experienced a server who physically points to the things on the menu that they like and reach over me like that, it felt kinda weird. Food wasn't bad, but was bland and not hot. Also everyone is seated pretty close together in the small room upstairs. Be prepared to feel squished and not be able to talk without yelling a bit. Most likely won't be returning.

A fabulous dining experience! They were so welcoming and took extra care to explain their menu and answer our questions. The Cavatelli was delicious and lived up to the accolades it received. Another favorite was the Linguine Pescatora, keeping to the seafood theme - a forte of this remarkable Italian eatery. The Fettuccine Alfredo and Chicken Parmigiana are fantastic options for those who prefer the familiar or want to avoid seafood. The portions were large, easily enough to share or fill a hungry belly. Save room for dessert too. While the food is great, what puts Restorante Pesto over the top are the staff. From being welcomed at the door to the young man who cleaned our table, we were treated like family. Thank you. The next time we are in town we'll be back for sure.

Went here tonight and coincidentally it's their 30th anniversary as well. The owner came over and she was very friendly and gave out food suggestions. Jenna the waitress also was very friendly and helpful as she helped my party to choose the food. Everything was scrumptious from the bread right up till dessert. They even comp our desserts which is very sweet of them definitely would come again

Business dinner here for 4. Family owned and run, literally. Hostess was the owner, server was her daughter, and the little helper was her granddaughter. Brought our own wine and appreciated the no cork charge. Food was fantastic. Speedy service as well. Loved this little place. "Country mice" beware: parking is on the street or in the middle of the street. You'll see when you drive there... Or just Uber there from your hotel like my guests did. Sorry no pics!