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Il Palio, Shelton, CT
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Il Palio

4.9 (1920)
$31 to $50
Italian
5 Corporate Drive, Shelton, CT 06484

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2 people
7:00 PM

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
ONLINE ORDERING AVAILABLE - ilpalioct.com
Il Palio was named after the race held each summer in Siena, Italy. Created with a passion, the restaurant has been exquisitely designed and beautifully finished with materials from all over the world. No stone was left unturned and time was not a factor in finding exactly what was required to make the "vision" a reality. The atmosphere created is one of quiet comfort in surroundings reminiscent of an Italian villa. The friendly and courteous staff, the outstanding food, and the efficient service all contribute to the ambiance felt by those who visit the restaurant. Il Palio's fine Tuscan cuisine is a pleasing combination of the highest-quality ingredients and the caring preparation by chefs who take pride in the dishes they present. Like the race in Siena, Il Palio is creating lasting impressions.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Saturday Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Margherita Aloi
  • Catering
    Off-Premise Catering: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Palio offers exquisitely decorated private dining rooms perfect for all your memorable occasions including corporate events and private parties. Our service professionals and event planners attend to every detail, anticipating our guests needs and delivering innovative solutions. Our chef can create authentic Italian, and contemporary dishes for your next social gathering. We focus on reliability, which consistently provides our clients with undeniable elegance that leaves distinct and lasting memories.
  • Neighborhood
    Shelton
  • Cross street
    Bridgeport Ave.
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,920 people are saying

Il Palio 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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Good for special occasions

  • Connecticut

    Italian

  • Fairfield

    Best Overall

  • Fairfield

    Best Food

  • Fairfield

    Best Ambiance

  • Fairfield

    Romantic

  • Fairfield

    Good for special occasions

  • Fairfield

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Palio offers a "best best best Italian food" experience with "wonderful" service and "delicious" dishes, making it a top choice in Shelton. Guests rave about the "authentic Italian" cuisine by Chef Margherita Aloi, the "upscale" ambiance, and "exceptional" service. Ideal for special occasions, the restaurant consistently delivers a "fabulous" dining experience.
1,920 Reviews
  1. Lyn VIP

    New York City69 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We always enjoy our meals there. It's convenient for us since we live in the neighborhood.

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  2. Kelsey VIP

    Greater Boston6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best best best Italian food in the area. No one else can compare. Order whatever the specials are in each category, you will not be disappointed.

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  3. Craig VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had dinner at Il Palio for the first time. Our experience matched Il Palio’s reputation. The food was absolutely delicious, and the service and atmosphere were great. We look forward to going back soon!

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  4. Megan

    Connecticut1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious. Definitely get the grilled octopus app. We both had specials for dinner that were fantastic. I didn’t care for my cocktail which was a special that night, but it wasn’t bad.

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  5. Ron

    Greater Boston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went to Il Palio for our anniversary. We had a drink at the bar before dinner and the bartender was excellent. He was knowledgeable, friendly and attentive. Dinner was a treat; the specials include risotto and razor clams which we hardly ever see on local menus and enjoyed it very much. Our waiter was terrific, and his service was great even as it got busy later in the evening. He didn't rush us, explained the menu's and specials and was very attentive. We had a great evening, as always and look forward to our next visit!

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  6. David

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food; was able to cater to my diet restrictions. Ambience was perfect for our anniversary dinner!

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  7. Judy VIP

    New York City44 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything, except the weather, was wonderful. My husband had the filet mignon, was was prepared as ordered, I had the pasta with filet tips. In addition. We shared the beet salad which was delicious

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  8. Lucilina VIP

    New York City21 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We enjoyed our meals and definitely plan on going back

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  9. lisa

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious and very well presented. The service was great too

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  10. C

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best authentic Italian restaurant. Always a great experience and on point with food and service! Thank you!

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FAQs

Il Palio offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 944-0770.

Il Palio is rated 4.9 stars by 1920 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Google Map for Il Palio

5 Corporate Drive, Shelton, CT 06484

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bridgeport Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Shelton
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 11:30 am–9:30 pm Fri 11:30 am–10:00 pm Saturday Sat 5:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Margherita Aloi
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Off-Premise Catering: Breakfast, lunch and dinner.
  • Private party facilities
    Il Palio offers exquisitely decorated private dining rooms perfect for all your memorable occasions including corporate events and private parties. Our service professionals and event planners attend to every detail, anticipating our guests needs and delivering innovative solutions. Our chef can create authentic Italian, and contemporary dishes for your next social gathering. We focus on reliability, which consistently provides our clients with undeniable elegance that leaves distinct and lasting memories.
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