Aldo’s Cucina Italian Restaurant
“Only thing to remember is it is a BYOB so bring lots of wine!”
“We started with the stuffed artichoke and frankly it's the best stuffed artichoke either of us had ever had.”
“I usually try one of their daily specials or get their capellini Deanna.”
Aldo’s Cucina Italian Restaurant
Takes Reservations: Yes
Take-out: Yes
Accepts Credit Cards: Yes
Bike Parking: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Good for Kids: Yes
Good for Groups: Yes
Outdoor Seating: Yes
Has TV: Yes
Waiter Service: Yes
Caters: Yes
Price range.
$$ Price range $11-30
5 reviews
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Went back to Aldo's this evening with the family and was blown away. We shared the calamari, zucchini, and mussel appetizers. No need to stay away from the fish any longer! Calamari were great and the sauce on the mussels were out of this world. Our entrees were also delicious. Most of us ordered pasta and it was cooked perfectly with amazing combinations of flavors. I also have to take a minute to recognize their salad. I know that salad is a fairly simple side/appetizer but this salad was one of the freshest I've ever had. It was unbelievably crisp! I'm definitely going to make it a point to come here more frequently.
My only wish was that I was at Aldo's for dinner rather than lunch so I could have stayed longer. Each entree is accompanied by a very generous salad. The entrees are sizable and delicious. The guests at my table had chicken, filet, veal and a salad with pears and Gorgonzola that looked divine.
The service was terrific and attentive. Water glasses were always full. The bread was fresh and warm.
The menu, while not that expansive had enough choices and then the waiter updated us on the specials which sounded terrific. The tables are far enough apart that you are not in the middle of someone else's conversation.
A great choice and a delicious meal. Not to mention terrific prices!
I tried this place once as a special occasion. I don't normally spend $20 for lunch during the work week. But Aldo's gives you good value for the money. Much nicer place than Bensi's (which is nearby). Decor is tasteful – whites and yellows. Wait staff is professional. No background music playing on my visit.
I started with clams casino which were quite tasty. Followed with a well made spagettini carbonara. You can order a "light" portion of the pastas, which is a good idea for lunch. Skipped dessert. BYOB.
Very nice place for a business lunch – if you want to stick with tea or soda.
I can't believe I missed reviewing this place, we have been coming here for years. It's BYOB (my preference). The waitstaff are always efficient and friendly but never chatty. The food selection is great and everything on the menu is great. Even on holidays when the menu is shortened it's still a great meal never a hiccup. It's a good place for dates, business or family. Not too noisy. If you want something you don't see on the menu the chef is very accommodating. I recommend if your in the area, don't forget your vino.
Our first time at Aldo's, so we chose a quiet Tuesday for lunch. What impressed us immediately, was the attention to table settings, from crisp, bright tablecloths, to shining utensils and glassware. Throughout the meal, the table was bussed quietly and unobtrusively, making conversation possible, without the usual clattering of dishes or arms reaching across you. To many, this may seem like a small thing, but when you're eating at a place rated $$, you have a right to expect this enhanced quality of service. That set a very nice scene, for a great lunch.
When the waiter mentioned Bluepoint oysters, I knew what I'd have, to start. They were fresh and had been opened to retain their original liquor – something only an oyster lover would appreciate. Being an oyster lover as well, my daughter gave these bivalves the "thumbs-up," as well. Served on a bed of ice chips and with a freshly made cocktail sauce, it was the perfect appetizer.
My wife, daughter and I shared a personal favorite, a lovely Pizza Rustica. For those of you unfamiliar with this Italian specialty, it is a crust filled with ricotta, mozzarella, bits of meat (often sausage meat or ham), eggs and milk – then baked, until it's creamy inside. It's usually served at room temperature. It was a delight, to enjoy this specialty, which is so rarely found at any Italian restaurants.
Their minestrone soup was substantial, prepared as they do in Italy (without thickening). I felt that the greens were a bit overcooked, but the soup was seasoned correctly and not oversalted. A great way to start a meal. The House Salad was soft, spring greens, with a very light dressing – again, NOT overseasoned. The same for their Caesar Salad, which was prepared using a light hand on the dressing.
My daughter's penne vodka was right-sized, and the penne looked light and tender. Too often, restaurants use rigatoni for this pink sauce, making a light topping seem heavy and doughy. My wife's vitello (veal) francese was tender and moist. She noted that it looked as if the veal had been sliced thinly, instead of being pounded. Always a good sign. Pounded veal tends to turn out dry, while this was perfectly done, and accompanied by fresh steamed vegetables. My Pollo Braisia (grilled chicken with broccoli rabe) was excellent, the chicken being fork tender. This was served with a small portion of crispy shoestring potatoes.
Service was attentive, but never intrusive. It was a pleasure to dine at an Italian restaurant that understands how Italian food should be prepared.