Ciao Ristorante and Bar

4.4 (15)

$30 and under

Italian

76 Watertown Road, Thomaston, CT 06787

About this restaurant

Romantic
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Cited best new restaurant in Connecticut by Rupert Pupkin of the New York Times!!
Ciao! Ristorante & Bar invites you to come and experience our contemporary take on your favorite traditional Italian dishes. Enjoy our fresh, home-style cooking, handcrafted cocktails, and relaxing yet elegant atmosphere. Offering the perfect setting for any occasion or celebration!
Ciao presents our diners with a spacious bar that is stocked with a fine selection of wine and cocktails, nightly specials, soft live music on select weekends, outdoor dining, catering and a private banquet room for any type of gathering.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
Website
http://www.ciaoct.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Ciao! offers full on-site or drop off catering services for lunch and dinner.
Private party facilities
Our staff will be happy to assist you with any private party plans. Our elegant banquet room is perfect for groups of all sizes and occasions. We offer a variety of food, beverage, and planning options for your gathering. To simplify service, Ciao’s event team has created a variety of food and beverage packages to accommodate all your needs. Whether you are looking to host a business meeting or throw a baby shower, we got it covered.Want to make your occasion extra special? Ciao has added additional services to enhance our customer experience and set us apart from the crowd. Ask about our planning packages and have our team fully coordinate your event with everything from invitations to decorations!*(Please note that planning packages must be made in advance)

Location
76 Watertown Road, Thomaston, CT 06787
Area
Watertown
Parking Details
Public Lot
Entertainment
Soft live music on & Paint night on select nights.
Additional
Bar Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining

MeatballsUS$9.00
Fresh tomato sauce
Brussel SproutsUS$11.00
Bacon and truffle honey
Sautéed Spicy CalamariUS$11.00
Sautéed with beans, arugula, olives
Littleneck Clams CasinoUS$10.00
Lightly breaded, bacon crumbles, parsley
Polenta FriesUS$10.00
Parmesan and truffle oil
Potato GnocchiUS$11.00
Butternut squash cream sauce
Crispy ArtichokesUS$9.00
Lightly fried, tomato sauce
Baby Lamb ChopsUS$15.00
Rosemary, olive oil, balsamic
Broccoli RabeUS$10.00
Garlic, white beans, shaved parmigiano
Truffle RisottoUS$11.00
Fresh mushrooms, truffle, shaved parmesan
Fig BruschettaUS$10.00
Crostini, fig purée, goat cheese, crushed honey walnuts
Roasted CauliflowerUS$10.00
Parmesan encrusted truffle cream sauce
Calamari FrittiUS$10.00
Lightly fried, tomato sauce
Eggplant TowerUS$11.00
Breaded eggplant, vine ripened tomato, fresh mozzarella
Roasted Beets and ArugulaUS$10.00
Gorgonzola, roasted walnuts
Broccoli Cheddar Potato CakeUS$10.00
Broccoli, cheddar and potato cake topped with a kale slaw over a chipotle aioli

Insalate

Add: Chicken $6 | Shrimp $8.50. Salads Chopped $2.95 Extra

Garden or Caesar Salad
- LunchUS$7.95
- DinnerUS$9.95
Arugula Salad
Shaved parmesan, olives, tomatoes, lemon dressing
- LunchUS$9.95
- DinnerUS$12.95
Campagna Salad
Mixed greens, apples, walnuts, cranberries, gorgonzola, chicken
- LunchUS$14.95
- DinnerUS$17.95
Chopped Cobb
Mixed greens, egg, tomatoes, bacon, avocado, gorgonzola
- LunchUS$12.95
- DinnerUS$15.95
Salmon Salad
Mixed greens, artichoke, asparagus, roasted tomatoes
- LunchUS$16.95
- DinnerUS$19.95

Signature Sandwiches

Mozzarella
Fresh mozzarella, tomato, arugula
- LunchUS$8.95
- DinnerUS$11.95
Salmon BLT
Bacon, tomato, arugula, pesto mayo
- LunchUS$12.95
- DinnerUS$15.95
Chicken Parmigiana
Mozzarella, tomato sauce
- LunchUS$10.95
- DinnerUS$14.95
Meatball
Mozzarella, tomato sauce
- LunchUS$9.95
- DinnerUS$13.95
Kobe Bar Burger
Flame grilled, Tuscan fries
- LunchUS$11.95
- DinnerUS$15.95
Veal Parmigiana
Mozzarella, tomato sauce
- LunchUS$11.95
- DinnerUS$15.95
Eggplant Parmigiana
Mozzarella, tomato sauce
- LunchUS$9.95
- DinnerUS$13.95
Manzo
Filet mignon, melted gorgonzola, caramelized onions
- LunchUS$12.95
- DinnerUS$16.95
Chicken Classic
Grilled chicken, mozzarella cheese, balsamic roasted peppers
- LunchUS$10.95
- DinnerUS$15.95
Caesar Wrap
- Grilled Cajun Chicken - LunchUS$10.95
- Grilled Shrimp - LunchUS$12.95

Pasta

Add: Chicken $6 | Shrimp $8.50

Ciao Penne
Eggplant, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- LunchUS$12.95
- DinnerUS$17.95
Fettuccine Bolognese
Meat sauce
- LunchUS$15.95
- DinnerUS$20.95
Penne alla Vodka
Pink cream sauce, shallots
- LunchUS$12.95
- DinnerUS$16.95
Linguine Vongole
White or Red. Little neck clams, garlic
- LunchUS$14.95
- DinnerUS$20.95
Orecchiette Pugliese
Broccoli rabe, sausage, garlic
- LunchUS$14.95
- DinnerUS$19.95
Linguini Carbonara
Bacon, onions, mushrooms, egg, cream sauce
- LunchUS$13.95
- DinnerUS$19.95
Gnocchi Pesto
Roasted tomatoes, chicken
- LunchUS$14.95
- DinnerUS$20.95
Orecchiette Puttanesca
Olives, garlic, capers, fresh tomato
- LunchUS$12.95
- DinnerUS$20.95
Fettuccini Primavera
Chicken, roasted tomatoes, vegetables
- LunchUS$15.95
- DinnerUS$20.95
Lobster Ravioli
Pink lobster meat sauce
- LunchUS$17.95
- DinnerUS$23.95
Fettuccine Scarpariello
Sausage, chicken, cherry peppers, onions, zesty red garlic sauce
- LunchUS$15.95
- DinnerUS$21.95

Classico

Chicken Parmigiana
Creamy burrata mozzarella, marinara, rigatoni
- LunchUS$15.95
- DinnerUS$20.95
Veal Parmigiana
Creamy burrata mozzarella, marinara, rigatoni
- LunchUS$17.95
- DinnerUS$22.95
North Atlantic Roasted Salmon
Grilled asparagus, potatoes, herbs, light lemon sauce
- LunchUS$16.95
- DinnerUS$22.95
Garlic Shrimp
Garlic, spinach, potatoes, pinot grigio sauce
- LunchUS$17.95
- DinnerUS$22.95
Veal Carcioffi
Roasted artichokes, shaved parmigiano Reggiano, lemon white wine sauce
- LunchUS$17.95
- DinnerUS$23.95
Chicken Scarpariello
Cherry peppers, potatoes, sausage, onions, zesty red garlic sauce, mixed vegetables
- LunchUS$16.95
- DinnerUS$23.95
Baby Lamb Chops
Potatoes, vegetables, balsamic reduction
- LunchUS$20.95
- DinnerUS$26.95
Filet Mignon
Mushrooms, cherry peppers, onions, demi glace, roasted potatoes, mixed vegetables
- LunchUS$19.95
- DinnerUS$26.95

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Ciao Ristorante and Bar.

4.4

(15)

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

12 Reviews

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BeaC Gold
Greater Boston12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 September 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great dining experience. Food was plentiful and delicious. Staff was very accommodating.
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Br183
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 July 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is the first time going to your restaurant which I thought was a great Experience overall , great food great service great atmosphere , our server was very friendly and she always was checking with us if we needed anything. I would definitely recommend Ciao Ristorante to friend, And I Will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston1 review
5.0
Dined on 29 June 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went on a whim not expecting much and was absolutely astounded. The food was second to none - actually NY city quality. Great atmosphere with a crooner channeling Frank and Dean in the back ground. Don't change a thing!
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TERRYI
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 June 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Perfect lunch with friends. Good service, plenty of space. Good wine and food. We will be back soon.
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Disappointed
Las Vegas4 reviews
3.0
Dined on 14 June 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food was excellent but I haven’t felt so rushed in a very long time. The server was friendly but wanted to clear plates before we were finished. She rushed our order & when one of us wasn’t ready with a decision she hovered. Someone else asked me if I wanted my dinner wrapped when I wasn’t even halfway finished. Ironically, when she brought the check, she said “no rush”. Hopefully some additional training will help.
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DebbieS
New York City1 review
5.0
Dined on 8 June 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Friendly and attentive waistaff and good was excellent. We will definitely be back.
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oldie
New York City19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 June 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had Brunch while sitting outdoors on a beautiful day. The service was excellent the food and drinks were very good. Would certainly recommend this as an enjoyable eating experience
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Durge
New York City29 reviews
3.0
Dined on 18 May 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My wife and I reserved a booth for a Saturday night dinner, our first time dining at this relatively new establishment. The main indoor dining area is fairly small and merged with the large bar. So as people filled the bar the noise level got pretty loud. There are a few booths and a few isolated tables in this industrial looking space with unfinished ceiling and stark cement floor. The look seems to be going for that neo-Italian warehouse vibe, lots of black and generally a minimalist decor. Vaguely chic. The bar has a large television which you see easily from the dining area. There was music playing but it was hard to hear over the din. Service was prompt and professional from start to finish. The menu includes s good assortment of Italian-American favorites including plenty of appetizers, salads and entrees. There’s also a lengthy list of specials that included some unique options. I chose the Fettuccini Chicken Scarpariello because I like spicy dishes. It was good except it disappointed on the heat meter, almost no spiciness. The pasta itself was very good, the sausage was also somewhat bland but overall it was solid. My wife had a pasta and eggplant dish that was also good. Both entrees were very generous portions. We had the arugula salad which was plenty for two people and had a tasty lemony dressing with parmesan shavings, olives and tomato. Our appetizer was calamari with cherry peppers & Gorgonzola, and it was very good. The restaurant has solid glass walls on two sides and offers a good sized outdoor dining space which includes a few booths as well. They offer dinner accommodations for large parties (up to 80 people) in a separate room off the bar area. Parking is plentiful. The food was good, pricing pretty normal for quality dining, food came out quickly, a few beers on tap and a fair wine list that seemed a tad pricey (no Chianti offered surprisingly) so I’d go back again but it was not compelling.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews
3.0
Dined on 12 May 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service wasn't great, and they added a 20% tip on a table of 3.
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Michael Gold
Greater Boston24 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 May 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Found Ciao on Opentable and it’s the best Italian around. Great new addition. Outside seating will be bred at this summer.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Wed 11:30 am–9:00 pm Thu 11:30 am–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–10:30 pm Sun 10:30 am–9:00 pm
Website
http://www.ciaoct.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Casual Dress
Catering
Ciao! offers full on-site or drop off catering services for lunch and dinner.
Private party facilities
Our staff will be happy to assist you with any private party plans. Our elegant banquet room is perfect for groups of all sizes and occasions. We offer a variety of food, beverage, and planning options for your gathering. To simplify service, Ciao’s event team has created a variety of food and beverage packages to accommodate all your needs. Whether you are looking to host a business meeting or throw a baby shower, we got it covered.Want to make your occasion extra special? Ciao has added additional services to enhance our customer experience and set us apart from the crowd. Ask about our planning packages and have our team fully coordinate your event with everything from invitations to decorations!*(Please note that planning packages must be made in advance)

Location
76 Watertown Road, Thomaston, CT 06787
Area
Watertown
Parking Details
Public Lot
Entertainment
Soft live music on & Paint night on select nights.
Additional
Bar Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Ciao Ristorante and Bar

About this restaurant

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Selezione

La Molisano Selezione

Featured Formaggio

Italian Tapas

MeatballsUS$9.00

Brussel SproutsUS$11.00

Sautéed Spicy CalamariUS$11.00

Littleneck Clams CasinoUS$10.00

Polenta FriesUS$10.00

Potato GnocchiUS$11.00

Crispy ArtichokesUS$9.00

Baby Lamb ChopsUS$15.00

Broccoli RabeUS$10.00

Truffle RisottoUS$11.00

Fig BruschettaUS$10.00

Roasted CauliflowerUS$10.00

Calamari FrittiUS$10.00

Eggplant TowerUS$11.00

Roasted Beets and ArugulaUS$10.00

Broccoli Cheddar Potato CakeUS$10.00

Insalate

Garden or Caesar Salad

Arugula Salad

Campagna Salad

Chopped Cobb

Salmon Salad

Signature Sandwiches

Mozzarella

Salmon BLT

Chicken Parmigiana

Meatball

Kobe Bar Burger

Veal Parmigiana

Eggplant Parmigiana

Manzo

Chicken Classic

Caesar Wrap

Pasta

Ciao Penne

Fettuccine Bolognese

Penne alla Vodka

Linguine Vongole

Orecchiette Pugliese

Linguini Carbonara

Gnocchi Pesto

Orecchiette Puttanesca

Fettuccini Primavera

Lobster Ravioli

Fettuccine Scarpariello

Classico

Chicken Parmigiana

Veal Parmigiana

North Atlantic Roasted Salmon

Garlic Shrimp

Veal Carcioffi

Chicken Scarpariello

Baby Lamb Chops

Filet Mignon

Additional information

Permanently Closed