Banchetto Feast

Solid 3/5 experience at Banchetto Feast. On the positive side, parking was easy and the ambiance is lovely. The decor makes the restaurant feel far more high-end than in reality, and the overall setting is great for a nice evening out. The service was pleasant and the menu is very extensive; although that did make me wonder how much is truly made fresh given the variety. We started with the Hot Antipasto sampler. It was fine overall, but nothing memorable. The calamari needed more seasoning and the meatballs were unfortunately terrible - tasted like they had been microwaved. The shrimp and tortellini, however, were quite good and probably the highlight of the starter. For mains, I had the pork chop with a chilli glaze. I asked for medium rare but was told they could only do medium, which was fair enough. However when it arrived it was more than well done and dry. I had also requested to swap the mashed potatoes for lemon potatoes, which was forgotten, so the mash came out with the lemon potatoes. The mashed potatoes themselves were very lumpy, under-seasoned, and unfortunately a bit dry. My wife ordered the halibut and shrimp in a white wine sauce. Unfortunately, the fish tasted noticeably fishy and not particularly fresh, and the shrimp had a similar lack of freshness. Had the affogato for dessert and again it was fine. A bit portion with ice cream and cream with a shot of espresso and biscuit crumbs. Sometime keeping it simple is best and this was a dish trying too hard. To be clear, it wasn’t a total nightmare. The food was passable and generally average rather than poor. If anything, the decor, ambiance, and nice plating set expectations higher than what the food delivered. I’m not sure I would rush back. If I did return, I’d probably stick to the pastas, which seem like they might be a safer choice.

This was our first time dining at Banchetto Feast, and we were completely blown away. From the moment we walked in, the service was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The ambiance is beautiful—elegant yet comfortable—creating the perfect setting for a memorable night out. The food quality exceeded our expectations in every way. The flavor and presentation of every dish were outstanding—beautifully plated, full of bold, well-balanced flavors, and clearly made with the highest-quality ingredients. Each course felt thoughtfully prepared and visually impressive. The drinks deserve special recognition as well—absolutely delicious and expertly crafted by skilled mixologists who truly know their craft, elevating the entire dining experience. What truly sets Banchetto Feast apart is the passion behind it. You can genuinely see and feel the owner’s dedication and love for the restaurant in every detail, from the menu to the atmosphere to the exceptional service. Without a doubt, this was the best restaurant we visited this year. An outstanding experience all around, and we can’t wait to return. Highly recommend and best believe we will be regulars at this restaurant

Me and my family stopped into this popular spot for Sunday lunch this past weekend. We had called ahead and made a reservation, which I recommend you to do as well if you don’t want to be waiting 30+ minutes at times. We came in at 1:30pm and the couple who followed us in the door without a reservation were told theres a 45 minute wait. We were shown our table and the servers quickly brought out these amazing garlic knots and butter. We snacked on these as we decided on what to get. We ordered the calamari for the appetizer, which were crunchy and well-seasoned. I was tempted to order more but after seeing how big the entrees were, we decided to hold off. For my entrees, I went the Penne Alla Vodka with the shrimp. The vodka sauce and pasta was absolutely delicious and shrimp were large and juicy. You can’t go wrong with this. My mom ordered the lasagna and my aunt went with the chicken Teresa (not pictured). Both of these were amazing as well. The portion sizes were pretty large on all entrees so the waiters boxed our leftovers for us. These were enjoyed 2 nights later, tasting exactly like it did at Banchetto. We didn’t have much room left after the entrees, so we went with a single order of the tiramisu - the perfect dessert to round out our meal. Overall, we enjoyed our experience at Banchetto and definitely will be back. The food was delicious, the servers were efficient and knowledgeable on the menu, and the overall vibe of the restaurant was very warm and welcoming. Can’t wait to stop in again, maybe for dinner next.

Visited with my family all the way from queens based off of recommendations. worth the commute. The service was amazing from beginning to end. the waitress was very attentive to us and checked on us often. very much recommend the expresso martini, you can taste the fresh expresso, one of the best i have tasted. The food was out of this world, seafood paella was delicious and full of plenty of fresh seafood. more than enough for left overs and still just as good. This will now be our special event restaurant. worth the drive with the family for good quality food and atmosphere.

Shout out to everyone at the restaurant- top to bottom. We flew into town for a baby shower and had a 30+ party that was originally supposed to be there for 3 hours but it ended up being 4.5 (sorry!) and they were very gracious about the whole thing. All of the food was excellent (I got the chicken parm as my meal) but the calamari was special. I’ve had calamari a hundred times in my life but this was honestly the best. Really appreciate you guys making the special day even better.

Out celebrating a friend's Birthday... Great food, prices were expected, the service wasn't horrible but our server seemed to be more concerned with other patrons as opposed to us. Nonetheless, definitely worth a second visit!

We had my cousin's party for his 1 year old and this restaurant was super accommodating to our large family and the service was attentive and it felt like we had the whole place to ourselves even tho all the other tables were filled with patrons. They offered a prefix menu and they were right on target with the open bar service. Service with a smile

The food here is amazing. I've been twice in the past month. The lamb dish is a must try. Service can be slow.

This evening I had the pleasure of getting to go food from Banchetto's, and I could not have been happier. I was extremely impressed with the attention to detail everywhere. Evening started with a perfect espresso while waiting for my food. Restaurant is absolutely beautiful, and spotless. Staff was extremely pleasant and professional. Food was flavorful and fresh. Homemade flavors and huge portions. (sorry i did not have a picture of the margarita pizza...it never made it home! Smelled too amazing that we couldn't wait) I will be back soon! Thank you Banchetto's!

Food was delicious Service was great But there were small gnats or fruit flies hassling us during or entire dinner.

Banchetto Feast has a large menu packed with the typical classic Italian options; there's something for everyone. Our party of 7 ordered a variety of options including eggplant Parmesan, chicken Milanese, chicken Madeira and other favorites. Portions were large so plan on sharing or taking home leftovers. Service for cocktails was slow but the staff were friendly and helpful.

Our first time at Banchetto was excellent. Beautiful space indoor and outdoor dining is spacious. 2:30 pm on a Friday afternoon and it's hopping! We went to the bar and started with a cocktail that was promptly made by our attentive bartender, Elmer. Next we had the fritti calamari with the classic marinara. The portion is huge so be aware. But the marinara was like an Italian goddess made it! Yummy! Next hubby had the Mamma Mia, thinly layered chicken and eggplant cooked to perfection topped with mozzarella, was so good. I had chicken Milanese with arugula, crispy and delicious. The wine selection is good with reasonable prices. The noise level was up there but I like a lively bar any way. Highly recommend this place for a good meal and good experience.

Surprised this place doesn't have more reviews.. it's wicked good! The ambiance is great for a cute date, corporate dinner, birthday celebrations, or any occasion where you want to treat yourself to some delicious food and perfectly crafted drinks. I've been here a few times already and always walked out very satisfied and with a perfect to-go container ready to brighten up my lunch for the next day. I have to also point out how generous the complimentary bread is. They give you warm, flavorful garlic knots with fresh bread and some olive oil on the side. If you're a fiend like me, you might order another round of that to go along with your pasta sauces. The staff is friendly and knows their menu very well. If you are stuck on what to get, you cannot go wrong with their top picks noted on their menu.

What an amazing dinner my family had at this beautiful restaurant!! When we walked in we were greeted my a charming gentleman named Vito who escorted us to our table. We asked for an appetizer recommendation and he suggested the scampi wings, which were delicious! We ordered a variety of entrées from fish to pasta's to chicken to burgers and everything was exceptional. Then we enjoyed a chocolate explosion dessert to end the night. What a beautiful dinner we had I would highly recommend this establishment.

So this review is after we tried to book a party for 25 people on July 3rd at 6:30. When we originally called yesterday we were told that it was all good however when we called back today we were told they could not accommodate us because they had a large party of over 100 people the same day and time. When we attempted to see if we could change the time or the day the women we spoke to was so rude and nasty. Said all they could do was 2:00 the same day and then she hung up. We called back and she said "What don't you understand?" and hung up again. We have previously used them for other large family functions but after this we will not use them and will not recommend them at all. Terrible customer service, there's a way to talk to people and this wasn't the way!

Visited here for the first time, while visiting family in Nanuet, NY. It's an upscale Italian restaurant with a very extensive menu. I hard a very difficult time choosing what I wanted because there was several dishes on each page of the menu I could go for; but I feel I did very well going with one of the specials of the evening. We started with garlic knots that basically melted in your mouth!! They were not doughy, like in pizza shops. They were very soft and pillowy with the right amount of sauce. They also give you a saucer of olive oil and Italian bread if requested My Berkshire scampi pork chop with scampi risotto was absolutely amazing! The double bones pork chop was grilled to perfection. When I got to the center, it was a little more pink than I'd like; as I requested well done - fixed that the next night for leftovers. The risotto had a wonderful flavor with the roasted garlic! YUM!! I topped it with some fresh grated Parmesan. Hubby had the ricotta filled ravioli with bolognese sauce. It was also delicious - had a slightly sweet flavor to me. At the table was also the jumbo shrimp with gnocchi in a pesto cream sauce. The jumbo shrimp were the size of lobster tails!! There was an order of Chicken Parmigiana (& shareable side of roasted Brussels sprouts) and a burger with fries (Yelp only allows me to post 20shots, so the burger is not shown in this review. Jose was our waiter and he was always checking to make sure we didn't need anything. They also boxed up our leftovers for us. I would love to go there again to try another delicious dish.

I've gotten lunch here a couple of times and it never disappoints. What I really appreciate is how well-seasoned and balanced the flavors are--nothing tastes heavy or bland, just delicious and satisfying. Portion sizes are generous too, making it a great value for the quality you get.

absolutely a hidden gem! food. service and drinks ALWAYS on point! A must see and do.

Banchetto is a wonderful place to have lunch. There is an extensive menu to choose from. I have been there many times and have never been disappointed.

BEST ITALIAN FOOD in all of Nanuet! This place exceeded my expectations. I went for a birthday dinner. it was a large group and the professionalism and patience from the staff was exceptional! The appetizers came out quickly and were delicious! But the star of the show was my entree! I got the Madeira! Everything was so fresh and flavorful! Can't wait to order lunch from them when I'm craving italian!

I have not been here before but that is going to change, the food was amazing the chicken tasted great. It was flavorful . The service was great they had like a million servers, the ambience was very chill I felt super under dressed but the vibe was very relaxed and calming.. have to go back and try more food from there !

Sat us at a terrible table. We waited half an hour to get our food. My chicken was way overcooked I couldn't even finish it. And to top it off, it was my birthday and I was looking forward to going out to dinner all day. I will not go back.

More than the food and drinks (which are amazing), I liked how the staff treated their customers. I went with friends, and they gave some amazing recommendations, even when the restaurant was pretty full. I tried their starters, main course, desserts, and drinks. And not one, but everything was curated with perfection. The ambiance was simply beautiful! I hight recommend!

Unfortunately I was unable to pick up my pre ordered dinner because it wasn't ready and due to time constraints I wasn't able to wait. If someone orders over two hours in advance and the time was agreed and confirmed then it should be ready when it was promised not an afterthought. We hadn't been there in awhile and we were really looking forward to eating this meal before our fasting holiday and unfortunately they couldn't deliver on the expectation. Very let down by this experience.

Been a customer since they opened, so it must be almost 20 years. Great food, great atmosphere and great food! Did I say great food? We use their takeout service as well.

I've been here a few times. Food is decent but overpriced. On my last visit in July the gnats were a definite problem. One even landed inside my drink. The restaurant was not so eager to replace the wine but did so replacing half the original quantity. But the flies continued to overwhelm us and it was extremely annoying. We just wanted to leave. The manager never even came to the table to apologize. Won't be going back.

Wow so delicious ! Hadn't been here in years but was a super nice dinner out. A great menu with tons of choices! The stuffed shrimp was amazing!

I was pleasantly surprised with both the food and the excellent wait staff! I had my first dining experience there a week ago with 11 other friends. There were at least seven different entrees ordered, and EVERYONE was happy with the quality of the food's preparation and taste. The only shortcoming for me was the location of where we sat, which was in a busy thoroughfare. So, being crowded and very noisy took away from the experience a bit. Nonetheless, I would go back here in a heartbeat. Their menu was very extensive, almost like something you'd see in a diner. Yet, EVERY dish that was delivered to our table received rave reviews.

Food is good. Service is poor. We've eaten here several times before but tonight the service was poor. I spoke to the manager at the end of the meal. He was seated at the end of the bar. Perhaps the service would be improved if the manager meandered around the restaurant and monitored his restaurant on a busy Saturday evening. Maybe not. Improve? What? Don't try to take away plates when food was just served. And don't add insults to your customers by setting plastic "to go" stuff DURING the meal. Wait for customer to ask for them. Disappointing, to tosay the least.

Their food caters the geriatric crowd and is loaded with salt!!! I would rather taste the food and add my salt as I see fit, not the chef in the kitchen !!! I was reduced to the soup and salad until I found a hair in my salad the last time I went. And I do mean the LAST TIME I went !

Pretty good. Got take out. Vegetable/Sides or side salad are extra. Ordered chicken franceise. The pickled artichoke hearts on top added too much vinegar too the sauce. Kind of ruined it.

Fabulous all around, food, service, ambiance & Expresso Martini's. Highly recommend!!

Wonderful service, ambiance was great, food is very good (though I wish they had better sauce for my eggplant rollatini). Their salads are to die for!

1 hour and 45 minutes after my reservation ( and I showed up early), I got served. It is overbooked, understaffed and underwhelming!