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Il Palio, Shelton, CT

Il Palio

4.8
4.8
1857 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE - ilpalioct.com
Il Palio was named after the race held each summer in Siena, Italy. Created with a passion, the restaurant has been exquisitely designed and beautifully finished with materials from all over the world. No stone was left unturned and time was not a factor in finding exactly what was required to make the "vision" a reality. The atmosphere created is one of quiet comfort in surroundings reminiscent of an Italian villa. The friendly and courteous staff, the outstanding food, and the efficient service all contribute to the ambiance felt by those who visit the restaurant. Il Palio's fine Tuscan cuisine is a pleasing combination of the highest-quality ingredients and the caring preparation by chefs who take pride in the dishes they present. Like the race in Siena, Il Palio is creating lasting impressions.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Saturday Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 944-0770
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Margherita Aloi
  • Catering
    Off-Premise Catering: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Palio offers exquisitely decorated private dining rooms perfect for all your memorable occasions including corporate events and private parties. Our service professionals and event planners attend to every detail, anticipating our guests needs and delivering innovative solutions. Our chef can create authentic Italian, and contemporary dishes for your next social gathering. We focus on reliability, which consistently provides our clients with undeniable elegance that leaves distinct and lasting memories.
  • Neighbourhood
    Shelton
  • Cross Street
    Bridgeport Ave.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,857 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fairfield

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Palio consistently delivers an exceptional dining experience with "excellent service" and "delicious food" that never disappoints. Guests praise the "beautiful ambiance" and "attentive staff," making it a perfect spot for special occasions. While noise levels can be high, the exquisite Italian cuisine and remarkable cocktails ensure a memorable visit.

1,857 Reviews
  1. marianne

    VIP

    New York City

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful way to celebrate our anniversary! Thank you!!

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  2. eric

    Connecticut

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing ‘ the place was beautiful !! Portions are small but good !! Will go again

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  3. Alan

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an amazing experience wonderful evening delightful food served in a fantastic ambience. We will go again very soon. 

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  4. Steve

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    40 minutes to place the dinner order was too long.

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  5. Jane

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and atmosphere! Food was amazing!

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  6. Alan

    VIP

    New York City

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrating an 80th birthday for a good friend, known to be "particular" about her dining experiences. It couldn't have gone better. We were early to our reservation, but were seated immediately. Everyone enjoyed their food and the overall experience. Thank you!

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  7. Bob

    VIP

    New York City

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on December 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Six of us dined at Il Palio for our annual company Christmas dinner. We couldn't have selected a better restaurant! Their Christmas decorations and lights are really tastefully done. We were given a table in a semi-private location on the 2nd floor. In hindsight this was just perfect for us. Service was professional and well paced. Everything, from cocktails to appetizers to entrees and desserts were outstanding. Highly recommended.

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  8. Jennifer

    VIP

    New York City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always has a fabulous night and we only come back because of the amazing food and service. We love Mario, Claudio, Jose, Kevin, Fernando, Roberto etc.

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  9. Gino

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, delicious food, and amazing cocktails! All around great dinner experience, we will be back!

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  10. Martin

    VIP

    New York City

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant and excellent food and service

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FAQs

Il Palio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 944-0770.

Il Palio is rated 4.8 stars by 1857 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Il Palio

5 Corporate Drive, Shelton, CT 06484

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Bridgeport Ave.
  • Neighbourhood
    Shelton
  • Hours of Operation
    Tue–Fri 11:30 am–9:00 pm Saturday Sat 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Margherita Aloi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (203) 944-0770
  • Catering
    Off-Premise Catering: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Palio offers exquisitely decorated private dining rooms perfect for all your memorable occasions including corporate events and private parties. Our service professionals and event planners attend to every detail, anticipating our guests needs and delivering innovative solutions. Our chef can create authentic Italian, and contemporary dishes for your next social gathering. We focus on reliability, which consistently provides our clients with undeniable elegance that leaves distinct and lasting memories.
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