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Diorio's Restaurant and Bar, Waterbury, CT

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar

4.8
4.8
617 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Please call the restaurant at 203-754-5111 for additional availability.

The legendary history of Diorio Restaurant began in the 1920s. The late Rocco Diorio was responsible for the fine traditional food and many lasting memories for most of the people in the greater Waterbury area. The restaurant was closed in 1980 and reopened in 1991 after total restoration to its original splendor. The legend continues as we remain true to those endearing memories.

We have the original marble bar, over-sized mahogany bankers booths, tin ceiling, and the most impressive acid-etched mirrors displaying historical Waterbury. Diorio Restaurant has once again reclaimed its reputation as Waterbury's finest.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
    (203) 754-5111
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    We offer large trays of food to be picked up.
  • Private party facilities
    Diorio Restaurant & Bar is the perfect setting for your next private event. From corporate meetings to special occasions, we offer a variety of menu options to suit your event's needs.
  • Area
    Waterbury
  • Cross Street
    Grand Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking in front and a parking garage located directly across the street from the front door of the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    We have Dinner music played by Tom Cruciani on most Friday/Saturday nights...Please call to confirm!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 617 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Haven

    Best Overall

  • New Haven

    Best Service

  • New Haven

    Best Ambience

  • New Haven

    Great for fine wines

  • New Haven

    Romantic

  • New Haven

    Italian

617 Reviews
  1. Don

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful place to celebrate our 30th anniversary! Great service and food.

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  2. Sheila

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 27 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience here. Tonight our waiter was JD. Food is always on point and never disappoints. Wish I took photos. If you like Veal you must try their Veal Diorio

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  3. Vin

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a great night out! It was our 43rd anniversary and we wanted someplace quiet that we could actually hear each other talk. This place was perfect!! Ask for a booth. A little awkward to get into, but well worth the efforts! And the food was better than expected! We had the Italian Long Hot Peppers as an appetizer, they were great!!! Their specials were also amazing. Try them, you won't be disappointed!! Can't wait to go back!

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  4. Stephen

    Connecticut

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 14 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A real favorite from great service to great food. Great traditional decor feels like you’re on the set of a movie ❤️

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  5. J Paul

    New York City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on 31 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always excellent. An old classic is open with a delicious menu.

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  6. Elaine

    New York City

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Veal parm was goppy and soggy as were onion rings with it. Otherwise good.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Especially loved the drink specials. Of course, food service is amazing.

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  8. John

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and atmosphere is great! Drinks were great too however the food was just okay. It wasn't bad, it just wasn't anything to write home about.

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  9. william

    Connecticut

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 7 August 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time back since before Covid. We had heard they were doing renovations and the place still retains the same look and feel. Service was very good as was the food. Still a bit pricey for us so we reserve going there for a special occasion.

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Thomas

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Waterbury nostalgia....D Iorio s name goes back to Allegrini...

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FAQs

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 754-5111.

Diorio's Restaurant and Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 617 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Diorio's Restaurant and Bar

231 Bank Street, Waterbury, CT 06702

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Grand Street
  • Area
    Waterbury
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Sat 16:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking in front and a parking garage located directly across the street from the front door of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    We have Dinner music played by Tom Cruciani on most Friday/Saturday nights...Please call to confirm!
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (203) 754-5111
  • Catering
    We offer large trays of food to be picked up.
  • Private party facilities
    Diorio Restaurant & Bar is the perfect setting for your next private event. From corporate meetings to special occasions, we offer a variety of menu options to suit your event's needs.
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