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Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club
Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club

Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://www.BalloItalian.com
  • Email: Info@BalloItalian.com
  • Phone: (860) 862-1100
  • Hours of Operation: Dinner: Sunday - Thursday: 4:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday - Saturday:12:00pm - 2:00am
  • Payment Options: AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Executive Chef: Shaun Golan
  • Dress Code: Smart Casual
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Cafe, Dancing, Farm to Table, Fireplace, Full Bar, Gluten-free Menu, Late Night, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Private Party Facilities: Ballo Italian has two private dining rooms available for 8 to 20 people. Both rooms are furnished with fireplaces, flat screen TV's & conference phones for your convenience. Ballo is also available for large corporate functions up to 600 people & VIP private affairs. To inquire please contact one of our managers.
  • Private Party Contact: Jason Barlow (860) 862-1100

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Rt 2
  • Parking: Hotel Parking
A word from Ballo Italian Restaurant and Social Club
BALLO Italian Restaurant promises an Italian experience with intense design combinations, exceptional service and a fresh, authentic menu of Italian favorites and new creations. BALLO, which means dance in Italian, will also be home to one of the most innovative late-night concepts. BALLO at… Mohegan Sun was inspired by San Galgano - a Gothic abbey built in the 12th century, located in the hills of Tuscany.

Once in the high-impact, high-energy abbey, guests can enjoy a massive by-the-glass wine list, specialty BALLO cocktails and freshly prepared Italian fare from the open pantry while sitting in a cathedral-like room replete with Italian fixtures, fabrics and dramatic lighting. Move further into BALLO and visitors can sit at one of the largest carrera marble bars ever built or have dinner in the main dining area. Arches, stone, sensual draperies and bold materials will accent this exuberant dining experience. But the food at BALLO is the real celebration!Continued
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerBest Service
  • Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
  • Diners' Choice WinnerMost Booked
Diner Reviews
  • "We went here over the holidays and for my husband's birthday. It's great food and a lot of food for the price. This was a true find for us because Mohegan Sun lacks good restaurants if you don't want to break the bank. Very affordable."
    Dined on 12/26/2013
  • "The service is the best. The food is fabulous, and the prices are reasonable."
    Dined on 3/13/2014
  • "Dined at Ballo's 2 nights out of 4. Had the rib-eye special each time and it was SUPERB each time. Great wait staff and hosts. We just love Ballo's."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "We were greeted and seated right away. The server was professional, personable and always seemed to come by just at the right times, but we never felt rushed. We had the specials they offered for our convention at the casino and was very good, but a bit salty for my taste. Food was good, but not outstanding. Presentation was a bit lackluster...a piece of chicken and fingerling potatoes...could have used some color. We would go back again to try the sautéed spinach, and a few other dishes,which I heard were fantastic."
    Dined on 3/11/2014
  • "Ballo was a nice surprise at Mohegan Sun. A bit overpriced, but i expected that. Food was good, waitress was attentive and friendly. We got there 15 minutes early for our reservation and they sat us immediately. No complaints here! We will go there again!"
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Great way to start our evening with an excellent meal, very good service and a good wine pour. Have to mention how yummy the roasted peppers and bread was with the wine. We will be back soon."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Ballo was very gracious about a late change in our reservation from 6 to 8 people on a busy Saturday evening. They also took great care to accommodate one person in our party who is gluten intolerant. The service was excellent and the food was outstanding. I've already recommended it to friends."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Third or fourth visit-unfortunately food was not good. Apps great but main course over coked and "heavy.""
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Dining there captures the energy and excitement of "A World at Play" with only a short divider between seating area and busy Casino. Had linguine with clam sauce, Asian clams had a taste I was not not familiar with, I ate them, but would have preferred clams from the Norrheast."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Although the food was good, I was very disappointed with the special request. I made the reservation, and asked for a special area to be seated. In the past, we saw they placed "Reserved" on those tables? Anyway, it was for my Girlfriend's Birthday, in which I stated in the reservation as well. When we got there, not only could they not honor my request, they failed to acknowledge it was a birthday. They said that seating is for first come first serve? What happened to "Reserved"? They sat us in an area, that we had to ask to be moved. The waitstaff was excellent. But, disappointed As other venues we have used for birthdays, made it a point to at least stick a candle in the dessert."
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "Their veal is a patty not a real veal cutlet for $31 you would thing you are getting a cutlet"
    Dined on 3/8/2014
  • "We went to Mohegan Sun for a concert and wanted to eat dinner before. We were very impressed with Ballo - the food was very, very good and the service was excellent. We asked for a table in the back, away from the Casino noise (and the smell of smoke that permeates Mohegan Sun - ughh!!), which worked out wonderfully. The portions are large so I am glad my two kids split a chicken parmesan."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "We made reservations several weeks in advance but when we arrived we were seated between the bar and the open area next to the casino. There was constant traffic around our table. The noise level from the bar was too loud to carry on a conversation with my date. We asked if we could wait for a quieter location in the back but were told nothing else was available. The hostess and manager seemed like they could care less that after making reservations we had the worse table in the restaurant. Food was ok but expensive. I would not recommend it."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "We enjoyed it. The food was very good. The wait staff was very efficient."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We took my father for his 70th birthday, and it made a very soecial evening. Everything was perfect. I do wish the wine list included other regions besides Italy, but it certainly didn't ttake away from the impeccable service, food and experience."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "I don't go to Mohegan Sun Casino that often , but when i do I eat at Ballo's...Great food and reasonably priced. It was my cousins birthday so I took him there...He enjoyed every minute of it. Professional staff, great service for beginning to end...Would recommend Ballo's to everyone."
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "Ballo Restaurant at Mohegan Sun was amazing from start to finish! The service was wonderful, the food was delicious and the atmosphere was perfect for a girls night out dinner. We all loved this place and would recommend it to everyone!"
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Relaxing atmosphere. Great food. Fast service, without feeling rushed! Everyone was very friendly. Will definitely go back"
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Went for a special event and had a tremendous experience. More than just a great meal, it was a total experience. We've been many times and Ballo never fails to impress, no matter whether the party was small or large. Great food, nice surroundings and an entire staff that is wonderful and attentive, without being intrusive. They are there when they should be, but never intrude. Tremendous!"
    Dined on 2/20/2014
  • "Overpriced with nothing to rave over $40 steak with no sides, really!! espresso from capsule not from a real true espresso machine not what I would expected from fine dining. Definitely would recommend my friends and family NOT to go eat there. Sorry Ballo."
    Dined on 2/17/2014
  • "BEEN TO BALLO'S AT MOHEGAN SUN MANY, MANY TIMES SINCE IT OPENED. THE STAFF IS 'GREAT' ESPECIALLY LUKE THE MAITRED' WHO IS USALLY AT BALLO'S IN THE EVENING AND NICK WHO COVERS AS THE MAITRED' DURING DAYTIME SERVICE. THEY BOTH MAKE US FEEL SO WELCOME & ALWAYS REMEMBER US BY NAME. I LOVE THE FOOD, IT IS JUST DELICIOUS AND I HAVE NEVER BEEN DISAPPOINTED WITH MY MEAL. I PLAN TO GO TO BALLO'S AS OFTEN AS I CAN. IT IS MY FAVORITE RESTAURANT AT MOHEGAN SUN RESORT/CASINO."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "The fine well designed and decorated location within Mohegan Sun, combined with exceptional food, a well informed and personable staff make this a sound choice for dinner. You will not be disappointed!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The food was amazing. The aracini and crispy pork belly were worth going back for.. The service was nice and friendly."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Because of our family cooking skills, we are generally disappointed with restaurant quality of food. The Valentine's day special did however stand out as one of the best dining experiences in a long time. The rib eye for two was truly prime aged as the flavor and texture stood out incredibly. Each item stood on its own in terms of taste and uniqueness. Broccoli rabbe and golden roasted potatoes were excellent. Great service added to the dining experience."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The food was amazing. Excellent presentation. We started with the meatballs, served in a skillet with ricotta cheese. Best we ever had. Also had the fried clamari, we could not finish it, large portion on tender calamari. Our main course, we split the rigatoni pasta with sausage served in a ceramic pot, we loved it. The service was excellent. We cant wait to go back."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Just a great restaurant , could be one of the best Italian spots on east coast, needs to be tried by all."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Due to a snowstorm, my party and I were running late, but I was sure to call ahead and let the host know that we would be about 15 minutes behind. They said "no problem". When I had made this reservation three weeks prior, I put a special note in the reservation specifically asking for a "booth, please". We arrived and were sat at a half table-half booth. It was kind of a special occasion, I was not too happy, but considering we had a show to catch in a little over an hour, I didn't make a big deal about it. The food was great and the rest of the evening spent there enjoyable."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "The food and service was outstanding. Ballo has a great and extensive wine selection. The food was unique enough to separate it from your garden variety entrées, but not too Mr FancyPants. Would definetly recommend and return."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We went to Ballo's on Valentine's Day and had a great dining experience. The wait staff was excellent! My butter knife slipped off my dish and onto the table and within seconds the waiter picked it up and replaced it with a new one. Our waiter was informative and extremely friendly. By the way, best brussel sprouts I've ever had!!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "My wife had the black truffle pizza. It was burnt and tasteless. I had the veal marsala. The veal was a nice cut but the sauce was so bland that I think the chef must have forgotten an ingredient . Would not return here."
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "We had the surf & Turf special for 2 - food was outstanding. Service was great."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "I and my boyfriend went for Valentines Day dinner. We were seated and waited on right away which was impressive for a holiday. Nick the waiter was wonderful and suggested a lemon cocktail which didn't disappoint. We shared which Nick also recommended a rib eye steak and grilled shrimp dinner with an amazing mussel appetizer. We were not rushed and enjoyed every minute of the experience."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We had a wonderful meal and time at Ballo. It was an exceptional experience from start to finish! Great wine, food and service. We would definitely recommend this restaurant! Probably the best at Mohegan Sun!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We've used all of the fine dining Mohegan Sun provides. Ballo tops the list. Food was high quality, presented nicely and the service was excellent. We'll dine there every time we are at Mohegan Sun."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We love this restaurant! we prefer to eat here every time we visit Mohegan Sun; the food, service, and ambience are top notch, and the value is the best of all the restaurants there for what you get."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Had a great experience on valentines day. Food was exceptional and the service was outstanding. It was very crowded on valentines day and the food wasn't as hot as it should have been. That's the only fault for the entire evening."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "The food was amazing, a great portion, and our server was outstanding.. We enjoyed the desserts and especially the ballo flashlights when my boyfriends father said it was too dark to read the menu.. Totally accommodating"
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "Had a fabulous Valentine's dinner for 2 that was extraordinary. 24oz ribeye, 6 jumbo shrimp and an incredible side dish of Brussels Sprouts. The ambience and great service made it a meal to remember."
    Dined on 2/13/2014
  • "As always, we had a wonderful and delicious dining experience at Ballo. Ballo, we just can't quit you! :)"
    Dined on 2/12/2014
  • "Great mix of ingredients, offerings and must-try specials!"
    Dined on 2/8/2014
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