Renato's Italian Restaurant

My family and I went to Renato's for our "Pre-Thanksgiving" meal yesterday. As always, we had a superb dining experience. The service was impeccable, the food divine, and the atmosphere chic, yet cozy. Impressively, Renato plans--and often invents-- new specials every morning, and has fresh seafood flown in to the restaurant every day. Also, he periodically takes a little time out from his kitchen to say "hello" to all his customers, and to be sure people are enjoying their food. Yesterday, he'd made a gorgeous potato soup with fresh shrimp and topped with crispy pancetta. My husband ordered this soup as his primi, and we all tasted it. My son and I ordered one of the specials--homemade gnocchi stuffed with buffalo mozzarella and dressed with a creamy gorgonzola sauce. This dish was an absolute marvel! The dumplings were light and pillowy, made to perfection, and each bite burst with the loveliest mozzarella cheese I've ever tasted. I was contemplating ordering an affogato, an Italian dessert made by pouring warm espresso over ice cream. Though this dessert was not "officially" on the menu, Renato's son, Andrea, cheerfully offered to make one for me; he was going to pour the espresso over coffee ice cream, and top it with chocolate shavings! I opted out of the dessert, but only because I figured I'd be eating a bit more than usual on Thanksgiving. However, I will be back to taste this affogato and, most definitely, to have another highly enjoyable meal. The true beauty of this remarkable restaurant lies in the fact that all the family and staff members who work here ascribe to a classic Italian philosophy, la bella figura. Roughly translated, this phrase means the belief in beautiful food, a beautiful atmosphere, beautiful manners, beautiful hospitality. La bella figura is about working hard, and being kind and good hearted to the people you encounter. It's about being gracious and respecting the artistry that goes into a delicious meal. Renato's restaurant embodies all of these qualities, and more.

My wife and I always enjoy coming here for a nice dinner away from the kids. The restaurant is beautiful inside and the outdoor seating is nice. Our waiter tonight was Leroy. He was very knowledgeable and helpful picking out our food. Probably one of the best waiters I’ve had in a long time!! The food is always terrific!! If you are looking for somewhere to get great food and service then come here. You won’t regret it!!

Food was fantastic, the restaurant is lovely. You can expect very well timed service and an overall great evening.

Great food, this was my first time at this location. In my opinion never say the choice of wine of a customer is bad; the correct response is that’s great choice, we don’t carry that one , however we carry this______ customer with little or no knowledge of wine will appreciate suggestions. The bar has a nostalgic ambience that’s welcoming , the music adds a jazz subtle undertones. Had soup as a second entree and definitely/ made the evening.