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Chianti Il Ristorante, Saratoga Springs, NY

Chianti Il Ristorante

4.7 (3266)
$31 to $50
Italian
18 Division Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for fine wines
Situated in the heart of beautiful downtown Saratoga Springs, Chianti Il Ristorante serves sophisticated, authentic Northern Italian fare in an elegant setting. Combining seasonal food, an award-winning wine selection, a welcoming and knowledgeable staff and a detailed, inviting ambiance Chianti provides every guest with a superb and unforgettable dining experience. Aesthetically inspiring, its rustic walls, hard wood floors and green onyx bar invoke the authenticity of conventional Italian architecture while remaining slightly modern. The culinary philosophy at Chianti is based on a respect for tradition. With artisan breads and pastas, housemade sausage and braised meats it is culinary craftsmanship at its best. Our guests have the chance to savor fresh food, from a selection of expertly-sliced carpaccio, to a variety of wild fish, to risotto that is made only with Vialone Nano rice grown exclusively in Italy's Venetto region. "The hottest restaurant in town." The New York Times

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon, Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Fabrizio Bazzani
  • Private party facilities
    Chianti Il Ristorante serves sophisticated, authentic Northern Italian fare in an elegant setting. Combining seasonal food, an award-winning wine selection, a knowledgeable staff and a detailed, inviting ambiance Chianti provides every guest with a superb and unforgettable dining experience.
  • Neighborhood
    Saratoga Springs
  • Cross street
    Broadway
  • Parking details
    On-Street and Public Lot Parking is available for Chianti Il Ristorante
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,266 people are saying

Chianti Il Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Upstate New York

    Italian

  • Capital District

    Best Food

  • Capital District

    Hot spot

  • Capital District

    Great for fine wines

  • Capital District

    Lively

  • Capital District

    Italian

  • Capital District

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chianti Il Ristorante offers "excellent food" and an "amazing atmosphere" with a "lively ambiance." Diners praise the "friendly and attentive service," noting standout staff like Kevin and John. The menu features "delicious" Italian dishes, with highlights including Bolognese and octopus appetizers. Despite noise complaints, it's a "highly recommended" spot for special occasions.
3,266 Reviews
  1. Laura

    West Virginia30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great experience! Food was yummy. The octopus appetizer was cooked perfectly and the lobster risotto was delicious. Will definitely return here the next time I’m in town.

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  2. MichaelG

    Seattle / Eastern Washington32 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    It was busy and loud - I was seated at a high table adjacent to the bar. My waitress was a bartender who also needed to wait the outer tables. Needless to say, this didn't make for good service. The wine i was served was not the wine from the menu. The menu said my short rib was served over polenta (which turned out to be a polenta cake, not the creamy polenta I expected). The short rib was particularly lean - still forkable but lacking some of the unctiousness i expect from short ribs). It was incredibly loud in the restaurant, making me less inclined to stay longer than necessary. Frankly, it wasn't the higher end restaurant dining experience I anticipated. Won't be back.

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  3. Michael

    New York City3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service are top notch. Wonderful specials. Only issue is front room noise level is very loud.

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  4. Phyllis VIP

    Orlando / Central Florida East25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is always exceptional! Service outstanding! My favorite restaurant in Saratoga Springs!

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  5. Karin

    Denver / Colorado15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love that after 15+ years eating there the quality and standards have not changed. Always delicious.

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  6. Bethany

    Greater Boston10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My friend and I dined here with minimal expectations based on the fact that we live in areas that have very good Italian food. We were blown away! We both ordered cocktails (delicious) and pasta and loved everything. The bolognese was top 5 of all time! We would definitely revisit if we were back in the area.
    Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for your feedback. We are so happy to read that you enjoyed your dining experience. We look forward to having you dine with us again in the future. 

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  7. Stephen

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent.... but the highlight was our waiter, John. His personality made us all feel at home and thoroughly comfortable. Thank you, John!
    Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 7 days ago
    We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your experience! It’s great to know that John made such a positive impact on your visit. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Looking forward to welcoming you back for more delicious meals!

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  8. Dorothy

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good. My husband’s steak was cooked medium RARE as ordered and not medium/well which happens too often. My spaghetti with scallops and clams was very good. Do not expect clam sauce, the flavor is delicate scallops. I started with the delicious octopus appetizer and finished with profiteroles for dessert. The profiterole was without ice cream. But the puff was very delicate with light whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate. So not what you would expect. It was nice and light topping off a nice meal. Very nice attentive efficient service.
    Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you, Dorothy, for your thoughtful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the steak, spaghetti, and octopus. Our aim is to provide delightful dishes, and we appreciate your feedback on the profiteroles. We hope to welcome you back for another lovely dining experience soon!

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  9. Pina

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    wonderful dinner. our waiter john was fantastic an made it an experience. food was excellent.
    Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 7 days ago
    Pina, we're happy to hear you had a wonderful dinner and that John made your experience memorable. It's great to know you enjoyed the food as well. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing meal!

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  10. Gordon

    Upstate New York1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    My table was ready 15 minutes past my reservation & it took 15 minutes after for a server to greet us.
    Chianti Il RistoranteResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Gordon, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. I deeply apologize that we did not deliver the DZ dining experience we are known for.We do our very best to seat guests at their reservation time. Occasionally, there are unexpected delays due to parties lingering or unforeseen circumstances. Please know that reservations are our way of holding space for you but they are not always exact due to the natural flow of dining service. That said, waiting 15 minutes for both seating and initial service is not the standard we aim to deliver, and I truly regret that this was your experience. I am deeply sorry about your experience and I hope you'll consider giving us another opportunity to provide the level of hospitality we're known for. Sincerely, Nancy Bambara, VP DZ Restaurant

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FAQs

Chianti Il Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (518) 580-0025.

Chianti Il Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 3266 OpenTable diners.

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

  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Upstate New York
  4. Capital District
  5. Saratoga Springs

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 35 times today
Google Map for Chianti Il Ristorante

18 Division Street, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Broadway
  • Neighborhood
    Saratoga Springs
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon, Wed–Sat 4:30 pm–6:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Dinner Mon, Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    On-Street and Public Lot Parking is available for Chianti Il Ristorante
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Fabrizio Bazzani
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Chianti Il Ristorante serves sophisticated, authentic Northern Italian fare in an elegant setting. Combining seasonal food, an award-winning wine selection, a knowledgeable staff and a detailed, inviting ambiance Chianti provides every guest with a superb and unforgettable dining experience.
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