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Al Fresco Italian Restaurant

4.8
4.8
875 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
Al Fresco Restaurant lets you feast on a bountiful array of Italian specialties. The outstanding menu, featuring pasta, chicken, veal and seafood, highlights a spectrum of lavish Italian specialties that are sure to please discriminating palates. Al Fresco Restaurant was planned with the summer in mind. An outdoor patio with a warm breeze and cold drinks are a perfect combination.

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2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 11 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday : 5:00pm - 10:00pm

  • Phone number

    (757) 873-0644

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

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What 875 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
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Virginia

    Best Food

  • Virginia

    Best Value

  • Virginia

    Italian

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  1. HeatherG

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love going here,always take visitors here as well~great wine,food,service~One of our favs~
  2. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Another great meal at Al Fresco! Wonderful atmosphere and service!
  3. NoreenB

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, great service from Victoria, good value, very welcoming staff
  4. BillandDeb

    Richmond

    289 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    289 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience4
    Was another great visit, been too long since we had chance to come in, all was great greeting, table, wines, and food... Service is always greet and apricated. See you soon, Deb and Bill Schmidt, Wmsburg
  5. HarryW

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We enjoyed our evening very much. It was busy and thus loud but we certainly would go again.
  6. Lesley

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious and the service was top notch. I highly recommend!
  7. McKenzieE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    When I made a reservation here it was a shot in the dark. I found it on google but it had great reviews. And boy did they earn their rating! The food was great, the service was fantastic, and the restaurant itself was very pretty. 10/10 experience and I will be back
  8. Newby

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The mothers really enjoyed the experience as well as myself. We will definitely return. We all received a pink rose.
  9. NickeyC

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Music could have been louder.. wonderful time. Loved the food.
  10. Pablo

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Very nice restaurant. Authentic Italian cuisine (traditional). Everything was excellent.
  11. RonR

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Pleasant atmosphere. Lots of patrons, but dining area was quiet. Victoria L was our server - very friendly who made us feel at home. Lobster ravioli was delicious! Order came up in short order. Complimentary bread sticks (made there) were great. Loved the vinegar/olive oil dipping sauce. Excellent wine list. Definitely will be back for dinner.
  12. AnnR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    I've never had a bad meal at Al Fresco. I highly recommend it to anyone.
  13. Terri

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, attentive service and wonderful company made for a fabulous dining experience. Highly recommend!
  14. HeleneJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Patrons were obviously frequent customers Greeted by servers w hugs and smiles Accommodated us w table change Found out was our anniversary and was treated w delicious dessert made there Have returned after several years because we had a good experience Will definitely be back! Tablecloths and nice venue Professional and delicious food Thank you!
  15. JaniceT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious as it always is. Service was great. Everything tasted fresh and it was hot when it arrived at the table. Lasagna is awesome. Salmon was very good as well.
  16. KenmoreBob

    Richmond

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We discovered Al Fresco over 20 years ago. It has been one of our favorites ever since. Over the years the quality of both the food and the service have been excellent - which, for restaurants, is unusual. Naturally, we will be back!
  17. NoreenB

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent place -- good food, good value, great service, friendly people
  18. kmarch

    Washington DC

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great experience! Service was great, food was delicious. Highly recommend.
  19. TERESAW

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I were celebrating my birthday and we have been here before , the food is always good and for the price you get enough food.I have recommended this place to everyone I know. The servers are always spot on and they are always welcoming.
  20. SueC

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was fantastic ! Service couldn’t have been any better, our server was awesome , very attentive !
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Norfolk

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall3food5service2ambience3
    Food was delicious as usual and never disappoints. Service was disappointing. We visit this restaurant regularly and anticipate a certain level of service which was lacking throughout this visit. After being seated at our reserved time, we were provided water quickly. We then waited 12 minutes before being acknowledged by the server. She was abrupt. Never shared the specials and we felt like we were bothering her. Salads and bread were served. We had to ask several times for the grated cheese that is usually served with the salad. The server never offered the oil and vinegar that is typically served with the warm bread. Our entrées arrived, and at this point, we decided not to even ask. It was disappointing as we look forward to the oil and vinegar and grated cheese with the bread. Fortunately, for us, the food was amazing as usual. We each ordered a glass of wine which arrived just before our salads. Unfortunately, the server never asked us if we wanted a refill, which we would have had. All in all it is much better that the food is good and the service bad instead of the other way around. I know now in the future when I make reservations to be sure to identify which server I would prefer not to have. This is not the first time we had this server, and it was exactly the same the first time, so I cannot chalk it up to someone having a bad day.
  22. GeraldB

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! The chicken parmigiana is the BEST I've ever had!
  23. JessicaS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Al Fresco is always a delight. My friends and I choose to go every time we go out to dinner. Anything with chicken or salmon is always great.
  24. Monte

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great Resturant, reasonably priced, and the service was fantastic!
  25. danaJ

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful restaurant! Absolutely the best service and delicious food. Good sized portions too! A hidden gem in Newport News!
  26. DiningontheMove394

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great time having dinner at Al Fresco. The appetizer and entrees that we ordered were impeccable when it came to the quality of the food itself as well as the presentation. And it was amazingly good. The restaurant is quiet and has a nice, rustic decor to it, that added nicely to the dining environment. The prices are also very reasonable for the quality you get here. The server we had was first rate, and attended to our table very well.
  27. VaGirl

    Richmond

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great birthday dinner for my son!! We enjoyed our meal, the staff is very friendly and it was not noisy for our older guests.
  28. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience3
    Service was slow and we were ignored. Dirty plates were not removed.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Al Fresco is our favorite Italian restaurant in this area. It is not a pizza and spaghetti house. Real Italian cuisine from a menu that is varied. Great wine list and terrific service. Reservations are suggested because it gets crowded early.
  30. HeatherG

    Richmond

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Lovely evening out~bringing my son from Colorado here in a few weeks,great ambience and service was good. Wine a bit pricey,but was good
  31. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service, in the name of Isaac, was very good he made recommendations based on experience and aimed to please. A very pleasant evening.
  32. DavidH

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Al Fresco is always a wonderful place to enjoy an excellent dinner. the reception is always excellent, even if you may not have a reservation. the waiters/waitresses are all very pleasant, helpful and efficient. And most of all, the food is always top notch. Highly recommend this establishment for anyone looking for quality Italian cuisine in Newport News.
  33. Laidbak

    Richmond

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent, as usual. Food and service is consistently great. Our waiter, Anna, was exceptional!
  34. MariaD

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fabulous! We will definately be back!
  35. Shopgirl

    Richmond

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    My only issue was being charged $6 for marinara sauce on my penne.
  36. Nicole

    Wilmington

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time dining at Al Fresco and it was excellent. The food, service, and atsmosphere exceeding our expectations.
  37. Lock

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and a great waitress in Victoria! The restaurant's host (or even owner) was vibrant and easy to talk to! My favorite part was the fresh bread with vinegar & oil!
  38. RebeccaB

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food is’ always delicious, and the server was very friendly and helpful. We love going to Al Fresco, we always have a great meal and good service.
  39. Happy

    Richmond

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    There were four in our party. Three ordered either chicken piccata or chicken Marsala but received veal instead of chicken. The veal was great but not what we ordered. A very apologetic waiter offered to change and one of our party did change to chicken. The place was packed and it took longer than normal to be served.
  40. BetD

    Richmond

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on March 1, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    This was our first visit to this restaurant and we had an early evening reservation. Didn’t know there was a performance of some kind that evening nearby and place was very busy. Unfortunately, it led to an unusually long wait for our main course. Wait staff apologized for the delay and made a small adjustment to our tab to compensate us. Service and food were excellent! We hope to visit again soon on a less busy evening.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Al Fresco Italian Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 873-0644.

Al Fresco Italian Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 875 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

9:00 PM


Booked 11 times today
Google Map for Al Fresco Italian Restaurant

11710 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA 23606

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Newport News

  • Hours of operation

    Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 3:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Saturday : 5:00pm - 10:00pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Additional

    Beer, Full Bar, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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