Dal Contadino Trattoria

Hidden gem alert ‼️ One of those places you hate to tell others about because it’s that good! Authentic, homemade, fresh. Looking for a wonderful bartender that’s on point and can actually pour a fantastic drink, tell Luis I sent you. Fantastic happy hour and great tastings. Perfect for singles, couples, families, work socials.

The food here was excellent — full of flavor, fresh, and beautifully made. Our server was also wonderful: attentive, friendly, and really made us feel welcome. Unfortunately, the biggest downside was the management. From the beginning, it was clear things were poorly organized. The staff seemed stressed, there was confusion with seating and timing, and it gave off a chaotic feeling that took away from the overall experience. Plus that the manager told us we only had 20 mins to order. It’s a shame because with such great food and such a hardworking, kind server, this restaurant could easily be a top spot. If management improved their organization and leadership, this place would truly shine. In conclusion the manger followed us after being double charged and made us feel like we were not paying. Not acceptable.

We absolutely LOVE the authenticity of the meals here! Feels like we’re back in Italy. PAOLO is an amazing server and always introduces us to the greatest specials. From the lobster ravioli to the ossobucco, everything is always cooked to perfection. Thank you PAOLO for always greeting us with the best Martinis, just how we like it🍸

Have visited this establishment many times for birthdays, date nights and dinner with friends. Food is very good. Staff is knowledgeable. On the evenings they have live music (M, Tu, F & Sat) it can be somewhat loud, and can be disruptive to conversations. There are outside dining options.

What a wonderful restaurant! We could not have asked for a better experience! Excellent, food amazing service by our waiter Kadir, and wonderful old-time Italian atmosphere. We could not have been treated better by the manager Mario and the phenomenal singing chef Niccio. Can’t wait to go back!

I had an amazing experience at this Italian restaurant! 🍝 The pasta was absolutely delicious – fresh, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming, making you feel like you’re dining in Italy. What makes it even more special is that the owners, a father and son from Italy, put their heart into everything – you can truly taste the authenticity in every dish. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for real Italian hospitality and unforgettable food! 🇮🇹

An Outstanding Italian Dining Experience at Dal Contadino Trattoria. Dal Contadino Trattoria is, without question, one of Fort Lauderdale’s true hidden gems. The moment you walk in, the warm and charming ambiance makes you feel as if you’ve been transported to an authentic Italian countryside trattoria—cozy, elegant, and full of character. The food is absolutely exceptional. Every dish is crafted with genuine Italian flavors, fresh ingredients, and an unmistakable touch of culinary passion. From the appetizers to the pastas and the mains, everything is rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. You can taste the authenticity in every bite. And then there is Pablo, whose service truly elevates the entire experience. Pablo is outstanding: attentive without being intrusive, professional yet friendly, and genuinely committed to making every guest feel taken care of. His recommendations were spot-on, and his hospitality made our evening unforgettable. Thank you, Pablo, for your amazing service! Dal Contadino Trattoria has earned a permanent spot on my list of favorites in Fort Lauderdale. Highly recommended.

The food at the restaurant is delicious! From the octopus to the salads to the fresh pastas, I enjoyed every bite we had. Our waitress Martina was so friendly and attentive - she provided amazing service! We will definitely be back, the vibes cozy and I can’t recommend this Italian food / restaurant more!

This was our first visit and wow--what an incredible experience. The atmosphere is warm and authentic, complete with live music and genuinely delicious food. The truffle artichoke is an absolute must-try; it was outstanding. We also enjoyed the branzino and the spaghetti bolognese, both cooked perfectly. For dessert, the tiramisu and chocolate mousse cake were the perfect finish. We highly recommend giving this place a try! And a special shout-out to our server, Adrian, who was knowledgeable, attentive, and truly elevated our experience.

I have been to this restaurant many times and the last time should've been the last time, but it wasn't. I tried it again. Something's going on in that place. It's just not the way it used to be the linguine and calamari clam sauce was tasteless flat, and the calamari that they put inside was the strips of tough as rubber bands calamari. We also had orecchiette with broccoli rabe sausage. The pasta was pasty dish was very bland. It should've been otherwise a very flavorful dish, but it wasn't lacking in flavor and texture. Last but that lease was the Oso Boco, raviolis of which I did not try on my friend who ate it seemed to have enjoyed it. The bread was very good and crusty with the Tapenade It was good. I had to send back the sautéed calamari appetizer. It was inedible . We got a bottle of wine, which was half off. That was a nice surprise. Then we ordered the pistachio cheesecake. It was not what we expected, lacking creaminess, and nuttiness from the pistachio. The live guitarist was very good. It made for a nice atmosphere but the bad food overshadowed What would have been a lovely evening. I will be sure not to go back again because the last 2-3times have been very disappointing. I was hoping that things might've changed, but they got worse actually.

This was our first time dining at Dal Contadino Trattoria. We didn't feel like cooking Thanksgiving dinner at home this year, so we decided to do something different and eat out. Dal Contadino offered a traditional turkey dinner in addition to their full Italian menu. Service started out a bit slow (no drinks orders taken, no bread brought to table) but it was Thanksgiving so I will let it pass. My boys and I chose the turkey dinner while others in our group ordered from the Italian selections. The turkey was incredibly moist and delicious, and the overall meal was excellent. The Italian dishes I tried were also very good. The only small area for improvement would be warming the desserts, which would have made them even better. Our server, Paolo, was outstanding--attentive, friendly, and truly made the experience memorable. Overall excellent especially considering it was Thanksgiving. Highly recommend! Note: 20% gratuity charge is automatically included ( I really don't like when restaurants do this)

Last night we had our first evening of the winter at Contadino ... our home away from home in Ft Lauderdale ... we had been gone for about 9 months ... walked in the door and like an old friend we did not miss a beat! We were warmly greeted by staff and management and within minutes of arriving at our table owner Kremena joined us for a welcome home chat ... her warmth and sincerity reflect everything Contadino is about ... home and family!!! Cocktails, appetizers, dinner were prepared perfectly and as usual the service was impeccable! If you are looking for just a restaurant or a meal there are a lot of places to go in Ft Lauderdale, BUT IF YOU WANT A DINING EXPERIENCE AND A VISIT "HOME" EVERY TIME YOU ENTER THE DOOR ...CONTADINO IS THE PLACE TO BE! Go on line , pick up the phone , make a reservation right now for 2 or 22 it does not matter ... walk in the door and you will be home and with family. As a matter of fact ... I will probably see you there! Note: They also have a beautiful party room for larger events, meeting etc. it is the perfect venue for birthday parties, anniversaries, business events ... etc .

The food !!! The service !! The music!!! We are all in heaven last night as we experimented, there's so many different dishes between the seven of us ..

Authentic Italian food with good flavors and generous portions. Service was friendly and the atmosphere cozy. Solid overall--very good, just not exceptional.

It's always disappointing to see a favorite spot lose its quality and charm. Dal's used to be one of our go-to places--my boyfriend and I loved coming here, especially for their amazing pastas, and we often brought friends to share the experience. Unfortunately, our last visit was a letdown. While our bartender was great, the food was disappointing. We started with the grilled octopus, which was just okay--not what it used to be. I suspect they've changed their food suppliers. But the real issue came with our main courses. My boyfriend ordered the osso buco ravioli and I got the lemon chicken, only for our server to return 15 minutes later to inform us they had run out of the ravioli. He then switched to one of our all-time favorites, the vodka pasta--a dish we've probably had over ten times and always loved. This time, though, it was completely different. They had recently changed the menu and altered the recipe, and when the dish arrived, it was unrecognizable. My boyfriend was so disappointed he lost his appetite. On top of that, the chicken looked like it had been sitting out while they fixed the other order. It was such a frustrating experience that I don't think we'll be coming back. It's sad to say goodbye to a place we once loved, but the quality just isn't the same anymore.

First time we ventured down on Sunday for their 7 days a week happy hour. She asked if we wanted bread, not realizing they charged $2.50 for bread. No butter though. Portions are pretty small, food was good but not outstanding. Calamari: a bit overcooked and rubbery Pasta pomodoro: al dente spaghetti, sauce was good but I didn't want to lick the bowl. Meatball: very good, I liked that it had some texture, I don't like it when it's too mushy in texture. Aracini/ not bad but very small Tripe: decent portion, pretty good. Overall there wasn't much value as portions were pretty small.

When you find yourself in the vicinity, Dal Contadino is like that reliable friend who always shows up with pizza and a smile. Their pasta dishes are a flavor explosion that could make even a cardboard box taste gourmet! The service? Impeccable--. The kids? They've devoured everything from ink pasta to short rib like it's their new favorite superhero. So far, we've indulged in a lineup that would make any food critic swoon: the passion mule drink, octopus semplice, short rib, lobster tail cartoccio, antipasto freddo, veal main ossobuco, pesto ligure with ink pasta, and a limoncello tiramisu that could make the sun jealous. Oh, and let's not forget the coffee--because what's a meal without a little caffeine kick? Now, if I were to craft my perfect dinner for the next visit, it would be a delightful trio: antipasto freddo to start, followed by pesto ligure with ink pasta, and a short rib risotto that would make my taste buds do a happy dance. Toss in a coffee for good measure, and voilà! My belly is happy, and life is as good as a well-cooked pasta dish. Bon appétit!

Very rude brunette, female bartender (muscular ). She told me explicitly that it was the "protocol" to order food while sitting at bar. I was drinking wine that was 18.00 per glass. She then went on to explain her work outs at the gym. What an angry, uncaring person. The couple next to me explained that she does the same thing with everyone that does not order food. I was coming here nightly and having at least 3 glasses of wine. Very turned off, however, food and atmosphere were good and did order food once prior. She behaved as if she could do whatever she wanted. In a customer facing environment, employees like this poison a business. There are several other restaurants within walking distance of this restaurant. I walked out and went next door to the Chinese restaurant which was delightful.

I came here one other time about two years ago and had a memorable experience, so when planning a Gurls night recently we decided to come back again. It was even better than I remembered The inside is so cute with so much decoration you feel like you're stepping into an authentic little Italian restaurant on a tiny street. They have a vast menu of options, I could barely choose what to get. They are really cool about making substitutions too. We started with a round of wine, accompanied by some appetizers We loved the meatballs, the artichoke appetizer is incredible as well, and the eggplant yummy too. Try not to fill up on their bread, they give you olive oil and Parmesan and make it so hard to resist! After a while, we eventually ordered our food, we got so caught up in our appetizers and girl talk! I tried the Oso Buco, ravioli, but with the four cheese creamy sauce - it was incredible, the sauce was perfectly flavored and textured, and the inside of the ravioli being meat instead of cheese, really brought a depth of texture and flavor to the dish - not to mention the protein (that has to be healthy right?!) We had such an amazing meal here, we were stuffed and left absolutely no room for dessert. The waitress took a very cute picture of us before we left and was patient when we asked for 10 different takes lol. I love coming here, next time I will prioritize coming during the live music, which the manager said happens on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays around 6:30 PM

Last night, my wife and I kicked off the holiday season with a fabulous dinner at Dal Contadino Trattoria in Oakland Park, Fort Lauderdale. From the moment we walked in, the festive holiday decorations and cheerful vibe made us feel like we'd stepped into a Christmas postcard. They even had a musician playing holiday tunes--talk about setting the mood! We started with the fried calamari, which was perfectly fresh and crispy. It came with lemon and marinara sauce, and while it could've used an extra sauce for variety, we were too busy enjoying it to bother asking. Next time, though, maybe some garlic aioli or spicy mayo on the side? For the main event, my wife went for the eggplant parmigiana. It was a large portion--seriously, enough for leftovers--served with thin spaghetti pasta. She was in heaven. I had the Troccoli alle Vongole, a dish with thick, chewy troccoli noodles and clams in their shells, all swimming in a rich, garlicky sauce. Bonus points for serving it in the same pan it was cooked in--kept it nice and warm and felt very "straight from the kitchen." One little hiccup: a few broken clam shells snuck into my bites, but hey, minor hazard of the dish! Dessert? Forget about it--we were stuffed. The price? Totally reasonable at $50 a head, including tax, tip, and drinks. The staff? Super friendly, though maybe a touch overstaffed for the early Friday crowd--there were a few employees just hanging out. Didn't bother us, though; it only added to the laid-back vibe. All in all, we loved it. Great food, awesome ambiance (that holiday music!), and a cozy, festive feel. Dal Contadino Trattoria nailed it, and we'll definitely be back. Five stars, hands down!

Always love coming to this place! This was the only time I've had a less than par service experience, especially on a less than busy night, which is why I gave it 4 stars. Food and drinks were amazing as usual.

4/27/25 We were a party of eight this evening celebrating a dear friend's birthday. We started with a variety of appetizers that included the stuffed zucchini flowers and mini meatballs. Everyone enjoyed sampling them with the delicious bread that they put on the table. Onto the entrées. Several pasta dishes were ordered and several chicken dishes were ordered. Everything was cooked to perfection. We had asked that they supply a birthday cake and appropriately It was a ricotta cheesecake! It was served by the Maitre'D along with a signed card and flaming candles for the birthday girl. It was a very big hit!

Dal Contadino is definitely on my list of "must visit again soon" restaurants. First time there was a most pleasant experience. Service was good. Food was excellent. Had the Broccoli Rabe & Sausage Pasta. Delicious. Enough for two meals. Ate outside on the side of the restaurant. Beautiful night. Not noisy. Everyone left happy.

So happy to see a new vegan item on the menu. I was just here about 2 months ago and now I come back to find vegan chicken on the menu! That's a thing . My mom who's vegan as well got to try the new item. We both loved it! Our server was amazing as well! Grazie !

This place will make you feel as if you're having a traditional Sunday dinner in Italy. Live music accompanied by incredible food. Staff were very friendly overall best Italian place I've ever been to. I highly recommend!

The energy and atmosphere is there. I ordered the chicken parm and a side of pasta. I got a big ass piece of chicken that could feed a family of 4 along with my 5 pasta noodles. Also, don't let the bread cool off or your mouth will start bleeding lmao. All jokes aside I would come here for a glass of wine. Food was extremely average. Way over priced for the chef boyardi taste. I would look for other options!

I love the food here as well as the Happy Hour. I've had both and the value is there. This last time we had their Happy Hour menu. Their HH meatball is always a winner for me. I love their soups and gnocchi dishes. Their calamari was tender and well made. Their bruschetta is also a nice toasty piece with fresh tomatoes on top. Happy hour is available at the bar or any of the high tops near the bar. Plenty of parking in front or in the back of the restaurant.

Good was delicious! We celebrated birthday with family. Great live music! Service was spot on!

We were in town for a work holiday party and my husband was nice enough to make a dinner reservation at this restaurant on Friday night. The ambiance was very nice with holiday decorations and music. The complimentary bread was also fantastic. Some of the best I have had. The menu had plenty of appetizers and entrees. We started with the calamari appetizer and it was very good. It tasted fresh and light. For an entree I had the eggplant parmesan. It was very soft and tasty. It also came with a side of spaghetti. My husband had the linquini with clams dish. He also enjoyed his meal. Service was quick, friendly and professional.

Always an amazing experience. Service is great Food quality is always excellent. One of our favorite places

This was our second visit and it was not just as good but even better! The food is AMAZING, the service is top notch! You MUST ask for Carlos, he is the BEST. The food is so fresh and tasty and reminds me of my grandmothers cooking which is super hard to even come close to. We will definitely be back

Just not the sane and the menu changed. 6-8 calamari???? Huh for $18.00. I had a pasta I've ordered before but don't bother as half the amount and hunted for a shrimp! Eddie had the pasta with seafood- ummmm where was the seafood. I shrimp, lobster tail so small and good luck finding a mussel or clam. Not on my hit list anymore and don't recommend especially on my birthday- NADA!!!! Bye

Dal Contadino has been on my list for a while. We made a reservation for our anniversary dinner. The hostess wished us a happy anniversary but there was no acknowledgment after that (ie a dessert) as some restaurants do. On a Saturday night, the place was fairly loud and boisterous. We enjoyed our food. The special scallop appetizer was well prepared. Husband's grouper was excellent! I ordered the Lobster Cartoccio Pasta. The lobster was delicious and the sauce was light and tasty. Service was friendly and well paced. There was a piano player and at one point, the whole restaurant was singing Italian songs!

Let me start by saying - this was one of the best Vodka Sauce pasta dishes I've ever had! The pasta was fresh, cooked perfectly, the sauce was full of flavor and plenty of it left over for dipping their homemade bread. I have driven past this place hundreds of times not thinking anything of it as it's tucked in a strip mall. But when I was searching online for Italian restaurants this one came up as highly reviewed. Now I understand why! I only placed a take out order, so I can't speak on service or other menu items. But the place looks very cozy and had a nice bar setting. I was surprised to see the restaurant already filling up by 4:30pm on a Sunday. My husband and I will most certainly be back!

I really like Dal Contadino and I visit approximately once a month but my last two visits have been disappointing and reliably good items I have enjoyed in the past have seemingly changed and not for the better. One of my favorite pastas is their Pasta con Pesto e Pollo (pasta with pesto and chicken) and it seems like either a recipe change or using pesto that is not fresh. The chicken in the pasta was tough and chewy which lowered an already bad item. Another sampled pasta was also lackluster and forgettable. However not all is bad and the appetizer of Dolce Eggplant (eggplant chips) were good as usual and this item is not easy to find and I'm appreciative to have it here.

Wow always busy. They do have a HH only at bar. had a reservation for 6 o'clock had a couple of drinks I knew I wanted the lamb chops before I got there. Italian bread is homemade, but they don't have butter, but they do give you the oil and vinegar and of course the grated cheese. G had the eggplant which was also layered with/ mortadella. Large piece . Place was pack By the time we left.

The worst thanksgiving meal I ever had served cold sent back ruined my thanksgiving drinks came after appetizers sever as very nice 1 star I expect a response from restaurant

The food is the most authentic delicious Italian in Ft Lauderdale Period! I travel to italy yearly, my daughter lives in Rome, hands down exceptional cuisine. Nuccio the owner chef from Puglia is a master chef and restauranteur. Great bar seating with excellent service Johnna is a doll! 5 stars

Great service, ambiance and mostly food! So glad we found this place. Wil be our new go to local Italian spot.

Will not be back, miserable experience with our 8p reservation that around 840 we left... even after speaking to the manager. He offered me bar seating :) The host and staff up front looked confused and overwhelmed. Book this place with extreme caution. 20+ people standing around at 820 with 8p reservations.

Consistently delicious in a delightful Italian setting. The expanded rooms and outdoor seating are a plus especially during the busy seasons. Shout out to our gracious and helpful server, Adelina. We enjoyed: Burrata, polpette (meatballs), fresh bread, gnocchi quatro formaggi (4 cheese) rigatoni, penne, lasagna casereccia, and the most satisfying limoncello tiramisu! We also enjoyed cocktails, wine and a delicious espresso martini!

We had Arancini, Nuccio's Gnocchi, and Ravioli Primavera. It was a great family atmosphere with great music. All the food was good but the ravioli, it was undercooked. They did serve us a replacement dish!

Came back to Pompano again this month and had to come back here. Consistently good food, good service nice atmosphere and not too pricey. The homemade pasta dishes are worth coming just for that. And my husband said that cheesecake was one of the best he's had.. the bread and the olive oil also delicious they give you as a starter. Def recommend

quite possibly the worst culinary experience of my life, 2nd only to a sushi restaurant that gave me food poisoning. caprese salad- horrendous. burrata was just a mozza ball. flavorless tomatoes on a bed of old arugula. grocery store balsamic glaze topped the dish. orrachiette with sausage - opted for gluten free. that came very undercooked. we told our waiter, something we never do and she took it back. then another woman came out after cooking it more and then rudely explained it was not undercooked. sorry friend, you just earned yourself a review! the dish was inedible. possibly the worst thing i've ever paid for. i regret not sending it back for good. veal Milanese and ravioli: tasted store bought, cheap, no flavor. half of the veal was pink and inedible. we were fooled by the good reviews but have come to learn my fellow reviewers may not actually possess taste buds because wtf even was THAT?!? also, we were subject to the owner's bizarre singing videos that he plays during the entire meal. perhaps he should pursue that full time and retire as a restaurateur.

Very disappointing experience since my first visit 2 seasons ago. Nothing was as good as the first time. The food, linguine with clams and pear saccheti was chilled by serving it to us in cold skillets (silly) and the oil they used for frying was so over used it left a burned taste to the fried explant with honey appetizer. My martini was basically water and asking for another after stating such produced the same thing. The owners singing was so loud and so long it ruined the social aspect of getting together for dinner. Fun and lively as the vibe can be, I don't want to spend my evening feeding the hubris of the singing owner and clapping along with other clientele listening to standards he seems to repeat with my every visit. I frequented this restaurant 5 time with one take out. With each experience it got worse and worse, which makes me sad when everything about the first time was great and I was looking forward to a quality go-to place. As for the singing owner, he needs to lessen the length of his sets, lower the volume of his singing and music and return to the kitchen which, currently, requires a considerable amount of quality review. The owner responded calling this review fake. More hubris from a narcissist who'd sooner turn a blind eye than consider evaluation. I'd have to have been checked in with Yelp I suppose, but the hostess neglected to because the restaurant was empty when we arrived.

I have put off writing this review for a while now. Partly because I think I want to keep this place a secret and partly because there are no words to describe it! Dal Contadino is by far the best Italian restaurant I have been to in Florida. We have become regulars here and it simply never misses. Starting with the ambience, it is the perfect fun, romantic, cozy, authentic Italian vibe. They have wine Tuesday with half price bottles of wine which is amazing and Saturdays they have live music around 9 pm where the chef/owner comes out and sings and entertains which is so enjoyable. The staff is always welcoming and wonderful! The food is simply amazing. We have never ordered anything we didn't like! The meatball appetizer is great, as well as the calamari. The bread they serve at the start of the meal is simply to die for. It's homemade and fresh and the vinegar and oil with it is the perfect touch but the pro tip is to ask for their chile oil if you like spicy. For the entrees, we used to always get the Vodka pasta and the Cacio e Pepe Ravioli but recently they took the ravioli off the menu which is so sad! But it's ok because I already had a back up which was the Sicilian sauce which is also amazing! The servings are so large here we have never been able to order dessert. And their wine list is great, we always get a bottle (I think it's just their least expensive bottle of red from what I can recall, not sure if it's their house red) and it is amazing. Was super busy the last time we came on a Saturday night which is different from the first few times we visited on a weekend, so I would recommend making a reservation but I am so happy to see they are thriving! It is such an amazing and special restaurant to us. We live in Miami and this is the only place I will eat Italian food in the Miami/Fort Lauderdale area. 5/5 for sure!

I've been going here since it opened. It's amazing still but I can only offer 3 stars now. Food was great. This restaurant has become too successful and some things that were charming have suffered. The confusion at the front door. And I can tell that the staff is taxed. I didn't feel relaxed even after 3 glasses of wine. I think fewer reservations and a few more wait staff on weekends. Your success is great but it feels frenetic here.

"This cafe was a real discovery for me! The atmosphere here is so cozy and inviting that you want to stay there for hours. The staff is very friendly and attentive, the service is fast and unobtrusive. And the dishes... are simply delicious! All the ingredients are fresh, and the taste is simply divine. I especially recommend trying the signature dessert tiramisu and cappuccino! It just melts in your mouth. This place is ideal for a cozy evening with your loved one, as well as for meeting with friends. I would definitely come back here again!

What a fabulous Italian restaurant in a casual unpretentious environment. Their flounder in lemon sauce was TO DIE FOR! (Is there any chance they will share the recipe? I live out of the country and would love to make it at home). Hubby loved his pasta purses with pear and gorgonzola. Juan was an awesome waiter. We will be going back as soon as we return to Ft Lauderdale.

Okay.. this place.. just go. Absolutely just GO! This restaurant is located in a little plaza and I would never even know it's there. I went for a birthday dinner the day after Christmas & it was packed! I mean every table was taken. Granted it's not so big inside but that says alot. Even when we tried to make the reservation, the first available was at 6:30 PM and we called days in advance and they were already booked up. Inside it's different than your average restaurant atmosphere that you go into. It really gives you the feel of Italy, which is so nice and different. The customer service was great and the food was seriously absolutely delicious. So GOOD I didn't even take pictures (crying face) My order.. bruschetta (appetizer) 8/10 vodka pasta - 10/10!! Cucumber martini - 10/10 !

Fun vibe food is really good staff was great. I had the linguine and clams. My husband likes the fish and all the desserts were good. Very busy during season.

Excellent food atmosphere wait staff. Highly recommend will definitely be back anytime I'm near Ft. Lauderdale

Great Little Italian restaurant located right off of Oakland Park Boulevard ambience and service was really good. Food had good flavor and many different options to choose from. We had the lasagna and it was fantastic i do believe it a little pricey. I didn't like the up charge for entertainment.

Great gnocchi with special sauce!!! Great Vodka sauce and chicken was great. Great meal highly recommend!!!

Vegan pasta is fantastic. Love this place. The food is made fresh and you can taste it in every bite. The service is always splendid. Great for a date nice

Dal Contadino is a very cute welcoming Italian restaurant. When entering, I was greeted with roses for Valentine's Day. The scenery was very enjoyable especially with the singer they had singing. The food was very good and tasty. I had the steak which was very very fatty. The food options are usually better when not on a fixed menu. The food was absolutely without a doubt extremely overpriced. The meal came out to close to $500 and the prices were so unrealistic because of the holiday. As someone who goes here often I'm very disappointed. The service was mid. The food took a little long to come out but it was ok. Despite the pricing it is perfect to go with family/friends once in a while. Nothing fancy, you can dress super casual.

I really want to love this restaurant. Great local feel, friendly service, good music (last night). And certainly popular. The meal started out great with a tasty baguette, olive oil, spicy olive oil and parm cheese. This was followed up with well prepared, lightly fried squash blossoms. Unfortunately the two entrees that my gf and I ordered were not impressive. The special seafood risotto was more like a rice dish and the seafood did not impress in terms of portion or presentation. A great seafood risotto should delight in every bite. This didn't come close. We also ordered the pesto and chicken pasta. Pasta was well cooked but pesto was too heavy and lacked the flavor of a freshly made pesto. The chicken seemed like an afterthought and did not stand out in any way. We did enjoy an excellent broccoli rabe side dish that was fresh and very well prepared with a nice presence of garlic. I've noticed many 5 star reviews so perhaps this was an off nice for the risotto and pasta. But tough to give more than 3 stars for two unimpressive main dishes.