Della Francesca

My Aunt and Uncle hosted a lunch at Della Francesca for my Grandmothers service. They were amazing. The staff was attentive, friendly, courteous, and professional. They transformed their dining room for our luncheon. The restaurant was clean. The food was fresh, beautifully constructed on the plate, and ultimately delicious. Highly recommend for any function and dinner. Thank you Benny and staff for treating us with kindness during our memorial luncheon.

We’ve been to Della countless times, it’s our family’s favorite restaurant! The food is incredible, we all have our favorite dishes that we get repeatedly. The service is impeccable, from remembering us as repeat customers to never rushing us to clear another table. It really gives it the personal touch. They also have a fun seasonal drink menu with delicious specialty drinks. Can’t recommend Della enough!

Della Francesca's is our absolute favorite restaurant not only due to the consistently incredible food but also due to the wonderful atmosphere- you always feel like you're part of the family. It's always especially great when you get a giant hello and quick catch up with the owner and/or chef. Truly a special place for important celebrations, dinner dates or just a quick meal to watch a game at the beautiful bar. We truly recommend Della's over and over again!

Della Francesca in Danbury delivers an exceptional dining experience. The food is consistently outstanding, prepared with care and flavor, while the service is warm, attentive, and genuine. Guests are treated like family from the moment they arrive, creating an inviting and memorable atmosphere. I highly recommend Della Francesca to anyone seeking both fine cuisine and heartfelt hospitality.

A Culinary Gem in Danbury CT!! Della Francesca Sets the Standard for Italian Excellence!!!! There are few restaurants that capture the essence of fine Italian dining quite like Della Francesca. From the moment you step inside, you are surrounded by warmth, soft lighting, and elegant décor. It feels both upscale and welcoming, the kind of restaurant that makes you want to stay long after dessert just to soak in the atmosphere. Personally, it is my favorite restaurant in Connecticut. I have been there dozens of times and every visit feels special. The heart of Della Francesca is its people. Benny, the manager, is the soul of the restaurant. He is kind, attentive, and effortlessly professional. He remembers names, makes thoughtful recommendations, and treats every guest like an old friend. His calm presence gives the entire dining room a sense of grace and warmth that is rare these days. Tati, one of the most genuine and friendly servers you will ever meet, adds his own charm to the dining experience. His timing is perfect, he is always there when you need something yet never intrusive. His personality makes every dinner feel comfortable and personal, as if you are being served by a friend who truly cares. And then there is the chef, Johnny, whose passion and craftsmanship shine through in every dish. You can tell he cooks with genuine love for his craft. Every plate that leaves his kitchen feels cared for, beautifully plated, thoughtfully balanced, and always cooked to perfection. The Calamari Fritti is the perfect way to begin your meal. It comes out golden and crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. The balsamic with Italian cherry peppers is a must try. The sweetness of the balsamic mixed with that slight heat creates an unforgettable flavor that keeps you reaching for more. The Insalata di Arugula is refreshing and full of flavor. The peppery arugula is tossed with creamy goat cheese, tart craisins, and juicy mangoes, all tied together with a light raspberry vinaigrette. It is simple yet elegant, and perfectly balanced. The Pollo Burrata is one of my absolute favorites. The breaded chicken breast is topped with soft, melting burrata cheese and served with your choice of marinara or vodka sauce. I personally prefer the marinara. The burrata melts beautifully into the sauce, creating a creamy and tangy combination that is truly memorable. The Pollo Martini is another dish you cannot miss. The boneless chicken breast is dipped in Reggiano Parmigiano cheese and finished in a white wine and lemon sauce. It is delicate and full of brightness, with tender chicken and a buttery finish that feels comforting yet refined. The Vitello Della defines indulgence. The veal scaloppini is topped with fresh crab meat and melted fontina cheese, finished in a rich marsala wine sauce. The flavors are deep, balanced, and absolutely delicious, with the sweetness of the marsala perfectly complementing the savory crab and cheese. And finally, the Bistecca Gorgonzola is a true showstopper. A perfectly cooked New York strip topped with melted gorgonzola, mushrooms, and marsala wine sauce. The combination of tender steak, creamy gorgonzola, and earthy mushrooms creates a dish that you will think about long after the meal is over. Everything about Della Francesca feels intentional. The lighting is soft and elegant, the linens are crisp, and the music plays just low enough for easy conversation. It is the perfect setting for any occasion, whether a romantic date, a family celebration, or a peaceful dinner after a long day. ⭐ 5 out of 5 — Della Francesca is more than a restaurant. It is where passion, flavor, and genuine hospitality come together perfectly.

Excellent restaurant. Superb service. Food was very very good. From the greater at the door to the waiter and support staff, everything was super. Definitely will return! Worth checking this restaurant out.

The Ambiance was very inviting the moment you get to the door, staff was very kind and friendly the food was great and delicious overall experience was 10/10 I would definitely recommend it to everyone.

I find myself dining out in restaurants multiple times a week, and Dellas, by far , is my favorite place to eat. I no longer live in the area, but I go out of my way whenever I'm in town to have a meal here. From the staff, to the ambience, and definitely the food, everything is top-notch. Could not recommend any more highly!

From the service to the decor, to the food, everything was top notch, and made me feel like I was at home!! I ordered the Veal Chop and it was so tender and juicy highly recommend it!!

Great experience! The atmosphere and elegance make you feel like you’re in Manhattan. The space has excellent taste, with several beautiful art pieces and just the right amount of lighting to set the mood. I was very impressed. The service was impeccable—our waiter, Victor, was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and enhanced our overall experience. Definitely my favorite restaurant in Danbury ct

Everything I had was delicious. The fried calamari was crisp. Lobster tail with Black Linguine special was expertly cooked and seasoned nicely. Espresso was good and the Sorbet dessert is presented beautifully with taste to match. I'd recommend it if you find yourself in the area.

Didn't make reservations so we sat at the bar first time here. First the ambiance is absolutely beautiful especially with the holidays around the corner they have decorated so beautifully. Any staff we interacted with was excellent friendly professional helpful Just can't say enough. And the food was delicious. Highly recommend the soups, the chilean sea bass was excellent and of course my favorite the stuffed zucchini flowers. Highly recommend will definitely be back.

First time dining here, steak was slightly off temp from what I requested but still delicious. Service was top notch with enough waitstaff to cater anything you needed. And the Christmas decorations were very festive and classy without being overwhelming. Will definitely revisit.

I recently visited Della Francesca and had a great experience! The ambiance was cozy and welcoming, perfect for a casual meal. The menu offered a wide variety of options, and I ended up trying the pollo Rossini , which was absolutely delicious! The flavors were well-balanced, and the presentation was on point. Service was friendly and attentive, though it did take a little longer than expected for the food to arrive, but it was definitely worth the wait. The prices were reasonable for the quality and portion sizes, and I will definitely be returning to try other dishes. A great spot for anyone craving [type of cuisine]—highly recommend! You can adjust the details pollo Rossini based on your actual experience!

This is a Great restaurant! I have been here twice in the past year. Both experiences were good! We went for our 7th wedding anniversary and my birthday. The service is excellent! The bar is ok...the winter sangria and Christmas margarita were ok. The classic margarita was good! The lobster special was delightful and the lobster salad was divine. My birthday dinner was amazing. It was packed and parties were happening so the service was not stellar like my 1st time. But very good, the bread was great and the bruschetta sp was on point. My husband had calamari and steak. They were both very good. The waiter gave us someone else's order and came back to exchange it i told them I didn't order octopus but lobster salad and he figured it out. Our neighbor watched as my husband took an usie. He thought we took pics of his calamari. It was lighthearted humor but awkward. I would not have eaten that if he gave it to me But the neighbor saw we never touched the order or even went near it. Smh...but food was delicious and service was ok due to multiple large parties. The cheesecake was delicious and the song was cute. I was Bella!!! Loved it...waiter took pics for us. It was a fabulous night! Thanks for making my birthday special...

Wonderful upscale Italian menu at very reasonable prices. Attentive staff. I

Service was a little slower than our last visit, but in their defense, the place was packed...and for good reason, it's awesome. Nothing bad to say except we sat with some empty drinks for a bit. Every course was outstanding, not only in taste, but appearance. Absolute gem. If you get to Danbury, CT, it's a must have.

Amazing location, very accommodating and respectful staff, I arrived for dessert and drinks to a Christmas eve party and it was wonderful. Although their coffee was not great, I do understand that it was the end of the night and to make a whole new pot just to throw it all away at the end is a bit much, so no points off. We were one, if not, the last table there, and everyone was so friendly. The atmosphere inside is gorgeous, they really spent the time to make it feel fresh and inviting. There were some inconsistencies in the cooking of the steak, I overheard some of our friends saying that two med r steaks were not the same cook, but they LOVED it so we have no complaints. Even if certain things weren't perfect the experience was memorable and we all really loved it. We will be back and we will also encourage others to enjoy the same wonderful experience that we had. Thank you so much and Happy Holidays!!

Highly Recommended. Very enjoyable mid week day evening visit for dinner. Overall meal / food quality, preparation and presentation was simply outstanding. Really enjoyed my double veal chop, and my spouse equally enjoyed the crab stuffed flounder over linguini. Service was very good, friendly, never felt rushed, timing between courses was perfect. Two servers did a very nice job maintaining dining room as well as a large private party in adjoining room. Our prior weekend visits in years past had proved to be a bit too noisy, but we definitely plan to return soon over the upcoming holiday season as the overall meal was simply outstanding.

Honestly, one of my favorite places to eat! I live in New York and still drive all the way to Connecticut just to eat here — it’s that good. The food is always fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. You can really taste the passion that goes into every dish. The service is warm and welcoming, and the atmosphere makes you feel right at home. Every time I try something new, it never disappoints! Highly recommend to anyone who appreciates great food and genuine hospitality!

From the moment my wife and I walked into Della Francesca, I knew we were in for a treat! The ambiance and unique upper class style is perfect. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, offering excellent wine pairings and giving great recommendations. Now, let’s talk about the food. WOW!! Every dish was bursting with flavor and freshness. The Bruschetta appetizer was light and tangy, with the tomatoes tasting like they were picked right off the vine. Then perfectly topped with quality parm! As it was hard to choose what to get because everything jumps off the “LIT” menu, I went with their special pasta for the night. You know it was a great decision when a huge cheese wheel comes from behind you!! The homemade pasta was a standout—perfectly al dente and topped with the creamiest, most flavorful sauces I’ve ever had! My wife ordered a veal chop, and it was absolutely melt-in-your-mouth tender. Im talking so good to the point where you have to look around to see if anyone else ordered it, so you can see the look on their faces! The owner/ manager Benny came to the table and hit us with the perfect pairing of wine, and made us feel like family. Most people don’t understand how important it is to pair the right wine with the right meal. It’s clear that this place takes pride in using high-quality, authentic ingredients so hats off to Benny. I would end this review here however I can’t!!!! The Tiramisu!!!! Madona mia!!! If I could just have an entire page to review that!! It was that good. It was the mind blowing way to end a great meal- light, sweet, and creamy, just like it should be. If you're craving an Italian experience that feels like a trip to Italy, this is the place to go. I tipped well because we definitely will be back!😂😉 Highly recommend!!!!

My husband and I tried out Della Francesca for the first time on our Anniversary…which was risky, I know. This restaurant did not disappoint. The atmosphere was ideal for an intimate dinner yet you can still read the menu, the service was near perfection, (if anything the food came out slightly too fast which for some might be ideal), but the quality to the food was 5 stars. It is everything you hope for at an authentic Italian restaurant from the quality EVOO served with the bread, the wine they offer, to the dishes themselves. It is now one of our top 2 in the area for Italian. Don’t hesitate, just go!

We had a very nice dinner here one Saturday night. Service was a little off though. When we got there no one came over to seat us. We had to flag down a passing waiter who said the hostess would be by. We still waited and then sat at the bar. After a short while we were finally seated. I started with Insalata Della Casa which was fresh and tasty. Then I ordered the Vitello Calabrese which was very good, and my friend got the Vitello Sorrentino, which he said was good also. We couldn't find our waiter to order dessert so we placed our order for blueberry crumbcake with vanilla ice cream with another waiter. That was rich but good. The prices are not cheap but the food is definately above average. Ambiance was nice too. The bruschetta with cheese is a nice light starter. My glass of red wine Montepulciano was excellent.

Ok, this place is awesome... but there's too many waitstaff per table, it was confusing and our dinner conversation was interrupted so many times I almost gave up. If you are hanging out with someone you don't really want to talk to, or a possibly awkward first date, here's your place.

Very good food and a very good wait staff. I like the dimly lit dining area. And having the light up menus is a great touch and allows the restaurant to keep the light's low. It creates a very nice ambiance.

We were seated in the bar area in front of a big screen TV with a baseball game playing and it wasn't even The Yankees! Our friends (a couple who we didn't come with) were seated in the back dining area which was rather empty and has a more refined atmosphere but they didn't want to move us. All was going fine until our waiter came over to take our orders. He seemed extremely flustered and had troubles remembering the specials. His hands were shaking when taking our orders which is probably the reason both our meals initially came out wrong. The chef most likely couldn't read his handwriting. The pork chops I ordered were delicious but my wife's strip steak was very chewy and fatty. I had to share my dinner because hers was inedible except for the yummy mashed potatoes and vegetables. We didn't complain because our waiter never came back to check on us until it was time for dessert. All in all we will probably go back and request a different server.

New review: Food quality / price (value) rating 9. The atmosphere is classical Italian with white tablecloths, Italian paintings, wood furniture, and large mirrors. The ceiling is neo-industrial. Service began with homemade freshly baked bread and oil, excellent. I ordered the lunch entree Pollo Martini, a chicken breast dipped in reggiano parmigiana cheese and lemon butter sauce with mashed potatoes and spinach. It also included a homemade potato chip, (but, unfortunately, that was soggy), otherwise, what do you call the Italian "kiss" with fingers to your lips cuz that's how I'd rate the entree. They make q good Bloody Mary and offer 10 draught beers. The highlight of my meal was their homemade "Sienna Sambuca", a translucent chestnut colored Sambuca like no other I've had, and I'm a big Sambuca lover! This Sambuca was smoother and less harsh tha any I've had, and outshines any I've ever tasted! Fantastico!!! I will come back soon just for this unique treasure. Service was excellent. Operated by third generation restauranteurs that know how to bring a meal together for any occasion. The prices were totally competitive with similar quality restaurants in the area. Good date restaurant . I can't wait to come back.. Food price / quality (value) rating 7.5. The atmosphere in the bar area is kind of 70's disco, but tasteful. A large bar , about 24 seats, surrounded by about 8 four seat tables. The two dining rooms are more formal. The menus are really cool, they are electronically backlit so that the pages light up for easy reading. They offer a wide variety of Italian dishes and several interesting specials. The wine prices were reasonable. They have about 8 or 10 draught beer choices, but half of them are too common. A bruschetta and fresh bread are included with dinner. I had the halibut special, which was good, but $45 was a little steep for the dish. The wife had the shrimp and scallops over risotto, which was good. Neither dish had anything unusual as far as flavors or presentation. The service completely fell apart towards the end of the meal, our waiter didn't check on us for about 20 minutes after finishing our entrees, and I had to ask three times for a draught beer list. I was going to have dessert and a cappuccino, but by the time we saw our waiter again, it was time to go home, so I skipped those. The bill was $135 for two entrees and four glasses of wine, which seemed a bit steep for what was received.

We had dinner here for my son's 21st birthday. The food is excellent but boy did we regret the experience. The dinner came out before we were able to finish our cocktail. And no wine list before dinner? No thank you. Let us know when the maitre'd moved on.......

Basic family type Italian food posing as a premium experience. Fancy lit menus support a reasonable amount of selections. However the food itself is the representation of pedestrian dining. We had a clams starter, could have been from frozen. I had the shrimp bathed in an extremely basic tomato sauce (I'd hesitate to even call it marinara). Around the table were similar sentiments. Best thing I had was the valpolicella by the glass which was pretty good. Atmosphere is nice, warm and inviting. If the food was good to excellent, we'd return but it's just so far from great and further from special. They need an improvement in the kitchen. Service was fair to average, not particularly attentive. Had to ask for our wine bottle to pour 2 or 3 times. Price was very high for the above described experience, $80/person, table of 4, 1 bottle of white, 2 glasses of red, 1 appetizer per couple, 1 main per couple. Of course, if the food was excellent, happy to spend more.

I went to this restaurant on mothers day. When we walked in we were not greeted at the door. This being such a " nice" restaurant i thought there would've been a hostess. When we sat down we waited for 20 minutes and i had to ask for menus. We were giving bread but no bread plates, leaving us covered in crumbs on our clothes and table. We were not asked how our food was when we were eating . Also, when we finished eating we sat there for 15 minutes staring at our empty dinner plates. i expected more from this place. It is defiantly overrated.

I have been a patron of Della Francesca for many years. I have entertained clients, taken family member for holiday meals and frequented it for just a dinner out. I am sad to say, I will never return! The owner's son was so out of line and rude to me and my two women friends that we all were stunned! All we did was to say that we were used to the meals being substantive. However, my friend ordered the short ribs, and there was only 1 rib and it was more fatty than meaty. We very politely pointed this out to the waiter. He then went and brought the son over to the table. Rather than speak in any way conciliatory or concerned, he launched into a diatribe of how this was always the way they served the ribs and why didn't she send it back right away? Blame the customer! We really kept calm and said to him that he should think about the Stew's Leonard's Rule. The customer is always right. If the customer is wrong, see rule number !! He accused us of wanting to cheat him out of an extra rib. With that and a no way, he left the table! Truly, all he had to say was that he was sorry we were not delighted and offer maybe a dessert or coffee. We did not want another rib; we wanted to just point it out that it could have been better. He never asked what can I do to make it right??? He actually said, no, "the customer is not always right." While that is true, in this case, they lost a lot of great business for what might have been the cost of two cannoli and a few cups of coffee.

This restaurant was highly recommended by a friend who is a foodie and frequents it often. We had a reservation for dinner for 2 and expected to be seated in the dining room. We arrived 20 minutes early. We were told that the only tables for 2 available were in the bar. We were disappointed and took a seat in the bar with TVs, shakers, hectic atmosphere etc. Not the dinner atmosphere we expected. I asked the hostess to move us to the dining room if a table opened. I noticed there were several unoccupied tables in the dining room and reapproached the hostess about it. She said they were tables for 4. 20 minutes later, a couple was seated at a table for 2 in the dining room. The food was good. I do not recommend this restaurant for the service and the way we were treated.

Never will we visit here again. We dine out weekly, but have never been so shocked by the check! Pleasant ambiance, ordinary food, except the deserts were subpar. Service was "barely there"; I went hunting for the waiter and found no staff in anywhere to be found when we needed to leave. They added 20% to the check for "gratuity"!! Kids meal was $25. A small glass of table wine $12, etc. Go next door to Max Prime.

I had dinner with the family, 8 people, on Christmas eve 2025. Our server was rude and rushed my daughter saying he could not enter apps and return for our entre order. It must all be done together. Our reservation was for 5pm. Our order was forced to be taken at 5:10pm. I didn't see my server again until 7pm after signing the check. I had to walk to the bar twice for new drinks. He never served the meal or asked if we needed anything. The excuse given was its a busy night. I would never enter this establishment again.

I don't like to leave bad reviews, but I feel like it's important to warn people about how terrible this restaurant was. This was quite possibly the worst food I've ever eaten at a restaurant. We could not finish our food it was that bad. It was very disappointing and very expensive. I don't mind paying more for a good meal, but nothing tasted fresh. My husband had the bang bang shrimp which seemed like it was just shrimp tossed in buffalo sauce. I had their version of shrimp scampi. It smelled very fishy when it arrived and the sauce tasted like it came out of a jar. The service was impersonal and they did not ask how anything was, even when we left much of our food on the plates. The atmosphere is fine, but it's trying very hard to be a fancy restaurant and the quality just isn't there.

My husband and I and friends dined in Della Francesca We have been frequent customers and sad to report we will never return. Not because of service levels that were off tonight but the attitude in reporting that the Dover Sole was truly not suitable for consumption and was beyond unfavorable and we’ve had better from Trader Joe’s. When we reported our dissatisfaction which started with the waiter and the maitre’d, followed by who represented himself as the manager and when we asked for his name – he said why do you need my name and came out beyond defensive instead of apologetic to customers who were not satisfied with a meal that was beyond unacceptable. Two Dover sole meals were ordered which took an hour to come out. Once presented one of the meals was consumed by the gentkemen as he was hungry and the two ladies indicated the meal was not editable and beyond disgusting The manager retreats off and then the owner comes out and instead of apologizing for a terrible tasteless meal berates us and wants to know why one meal was consumed Terrible food and beyond the worst customer experience from a frequently dined establishment Needless to say we will never return

If I could, I would leave no stars because this restaurant is below average and nothing more than a McDonald’s grade at least a McDonald’s I get better service. I went there with my wife to have a nice dinner and I was not pleased with the service at all. They must either be under new management or have new help or all of the above the portions are very light. The prices are very high, which I don’t mind paying for quality service and quality food elsewhere. Once our food was served, the waiter disappeared as well as needing drinks no where to be found. The filet mignons were Burnt and had that Taste of burnt and there was no waiter to talk to about it. We took a couple bites and it wasn’t worth the aggravation to mention it . Once we got his attention to mention the issue with the service He looked at us like a deer in the headlights and said nothing and ran away not a word Came out of his mouth. I think his name is Benny Junior. He might be loved by many regulars, but didn’t do right by us tonight. Neither to say, if you made it this far in reading this, we will never be back to this restaurant Due to the lack of professionalism and the lack of caring about your future customers. Definitely not worth it Simple man

There were more breadcrumbs in the clan oregano, and they were clams And the blue point oysters were like next to nothing in the shell Do yourself a favor go to the farmer in the fish in Somers. The better food, better chef, and a friendlier staff. They have a choice of at least eight different kinds of oysters that are much better than the one kind this place has I was so disappointed

I went here in person on 12/16/24 looking for a private room to host a meeting/dinner being planned for 2/15/25. A nice gentleman showed me the room and checked its availability. I made a reservation for 15 people in that room for 2/15. The reservation was confirmed to me via OpenTable on that same day. Fast forward to yesterday when I received a call from the manager saying my "request" for a private room could not be honored because they were so busy etc and that the person who I made the reservation with was "unauthorized" to do so. He could offer us a table in the middle of the restaurant (can't conduct a meeting there) or I could cancel the reservation. The fact that I had a two month confirmed reservation meant nothing and now he was happy to make this my problem. No apologies, no offer to make things better, just take the table in the middle of the restaurant or forget it. Now I am scrambling around to find a place to accommodate us and the guests who are travelling from out of state to join us. What a lovely was to treat your customers.

Inattentive waiter, the baked clams were tasteless and rubbery. Why would a northern Italian restaurant have fra diavolo sauce on their menu? The branzino fish was dry and drowned in a gooey sauce. The chicken dish was over spiced and inedible. Had to wait 15 minutes for the lighted menus because the menus had to shared among all the diners. The weighted menus were ridiculous and stupid. Extremely disappointed and would never recommend this restaurant.