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Impastato Cellars, Madisonville, LA
Impastato Cellars, Madisonville, LA
Impastato Cellars, Madisonville, LA
Impastato Cellars, Madisonville, LA
Impastato Cellars, Madisonville, LA

Impastato Cellars

4.7
4.7
530 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
In 1979, after over 20 years of experience in the restaurant industry, Joe Impastato opened Impastato’s in Metaire. Only 5 years before, his brother Sal opened Sal and Judy’s in Lacombe. Now the family of restaurants extends to Madisonville with the opening of Impastato Cellars on September 5, 2013. The Impastato family decided to bring the same traditional, authentic Italian cuisine to the table on the Northshore along with the old world ambiance of a 600 square foot wine cellar featuring over 400 labels, in addition to a wide variety of spirits and craft beers.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Easter Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Mothers day Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (985) 845-4445
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    Madisonville
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 530 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Good for special occasions

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Italian

  • Northshore

    Best Overall

  • Northshore

    Best Food

  • Northshore

    Best Service

  • Northshore

    Best Ambiance

  • Northshore

    Best Value

  • Northshore

    Good for business meals

  • Northshore

    Good for groups

  • Northshore

    Neighborhood gem

  • Northshore

    Good for special occasions

  • Northshore

    Lively

  • Northshore

    Most Booked

530 Reviews
  1. RandyD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first visit though we’ve been wanting to go for some time. We both had the five course meal option and each dish was phenomenal! The tables were close together but it was still quiet and we enjoyed every bit of each other for our date night! I will recommend every time! 10/10!!!

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  2. DrewG

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Dinner is good and we love Thursday nights for the live entertainment. Very relaxing with old favorite songs.

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  3. LindaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Everyone in our party enjoyed their meal. The Fettuccine Alfredo was the best I’ve ever had, and the service was excellent. We will be back.

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  4. Slab

    New Orleans

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service are always excellent! Loved the gluten free menu…. Delicious!

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  5. JeanC

    New Orleans

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    We went to Impastato Cellars for our anniversary lunch - #57. I enjoyed the sublime artichoke soup and delicate, paper-thin fettuccine Alfredo before a generous plate of perfect veal pane'. Hubby' s seafood gumbo was loaded with large pieces of crab meat which he bragged about. His veal parm really filled up a whole plate and it was delicious. There was a male singer entertaining the room with Sinatra-style tunes. Alfresco dining is available. A real gem here.

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  6. Magnolia660

    Richmond

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    There were 11 in our party and we all had a terrific time! It was a going away dinner for the group leader and everything was wonderful. Thank you!

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  7. LynellN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was delicious! Service was great. I will go back.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was okay. I had the redfish Marcello which had good flavors but I ended up with a few bones that stabbed me in my mouth. The steak was not very good at all. It had an overwhelming "beefy" taste kinda like if a fish can be too fishy tasting but I've never had a steak taste like that so that was unexpected. The red sauce was actually excellent over the tortillni and so were the crab claws.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We did the Tammany tasting menu and had 5 amazing courses EACH for $40. The stuffed artichoke bottoms, redfish, shrimp au gratin, and all the desserts were fantastic!!! We will be back.

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  10. RalphM

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great staff. Great food, and beautiful place. Owners also meet and converse with the patrons. Thursday night was a treat with Ryan singing Frank Sinatra songs. Service was very attentive to our needs.

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  11. Mac5

    New Orleans

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    Great meal! As always.😊 Great service! We have never had a bad meal here.

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  12. RoseannV

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an excellent experience at Impastato's Cellars. No one makes fettuccini like Mr. Joe. My husband loved his lasagna. One of our very favorite restaurants on the Northshore.

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  13. LaurieR

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent and wonderful service. I would definitely return. They have a great selection of wine as well.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 6, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Food was excellent. Great flavor. Unfortunately none of us were happy with our vodka Martinis.. had send them back.. tasted like licorice and they didn’t put the olives in the drink.

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  15. BonnieF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and love the 5 course dinner option.

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  16. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Served Tap water with a High Sulfur/Iron Smell to it in order to offer you Evian water at an Upcharge ! What a Cheap shot !

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Did not have my confirmed Open Table reservation at the restaurant, not sure who’s side the issue was on, but not a pleasant discovery on a busy Friday night. Luckily they were able to fit us in, and we had a lovely dinner.

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  18. Cris

    New Orleans

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience4
    Had to ask for taste of tammany menu, waited 10 minutes for it. Waitress seemed annoyed that we asked for it. One person in our party’s order was not taken correctly and therefore did not get what they ordered. Overall, disappointed with our reservations here.

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  19. Marilyn

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We’ve been to Impastato Cellars many times. They never disappoint!

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  20. Muneco

    New Orleans

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    For a quieter experience, request a table on the “back porch”, which is actually enclosed, air conditioned, and has a view of the woods.

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  21. RonnieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food, staff and dinning experience was great! Thanks again!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    New Orleans

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing Italian food.....old school flavors that leave you feeling full and so happy!

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  23. GilB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    A member of our party had gluten sensitivity. I mentioned this is making the reservation. They provided a gluten free menu and catered to their needs with no issues at all.

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  24. RayP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The quality of the food, the atmosphere and the service was fantastic. We will be returning to Impastato Cellars and we have recommended this restaurant to our friends.

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  25. JulieB

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as usual! Food was delicious. Always a great place.

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  26. jkeith

    Mississippi

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Go early on Sunday, perhaps 12 or 12:30. The atmosphere is quieter and service is great. The singer starts about 12:30 or so. Don’t need to mention the food which is always great.

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  27. DeniseS

    New Orleans

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was delicious. We really enjoyed our anniversary dinner.

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  28. alinet

    Memphis/West TN

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always consistent and the food and service are remarkable. It is like eating at an Italian home. They make you feel like family. Best Italian restaurant we have been to. We visit this restaurant 1-2 times per month.

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  29. EDWARDP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to celebrate our anniversary, even though we made reservations we had to wait approximately 25 minutes for our table. With this said the food was excellent and so was the service

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  30. DavidP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A great place to eat whether it’s an every day run-of-the-mill meal or a special occasion you won’t be disappointed. I especially recommend the Sunday brunch. with a Frank Sinatra Type live singer.

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  31. Manny

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful Experience as always ! Friendly staff and Great setting.

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  32. Foodiecouple

    New Orleans

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    It was my first time at this place. I had a reservation for 7 pm. The lady at the reception was not really friendly. Someone who had a reservation after me was seated before me. The response given was that person requested the patio. That made zero sense to me since I figured reservations were based on time. I understand it was busy but there was a huge logjam of people by the front door and just confusion. Waited 40 mins to finally get a table. If the hostess would have said sorry for the wait, it would have been better. Also when I mentioned if my table would be ready soon, she had no idea who I was and had to give her my name again. It was just not a good system. Now the food was amazing. The ambience was great. The server who waited our table was great and always checking to see if we needed anything.

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  33. MaureenJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time dining at Impastato Cellars. Everything was wonderful, as expected.

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  34. Patrick

    New Orleans

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on July 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service are excellent. The menu is reasonably priced - refreshing in these inflationary times. The atmosphere is nice; the bar is in the main dining room and can be a bit noisy.

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  35. DouglasF

    New Orleans

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 13, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Well priced, flavorful, with good service. Noisy as too many tables squeezed into the space. Insufficient parking for number of tables.

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  36. PatsyF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Isabella was a great waitress - she was warm, personable and very knowledgeable. Our food was very good and portions were large. We took advantage of the 1/2 price selected wine bottles on Wednesdays. We all will be going back again!

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  37. ShaunM

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    In the times my wife and I have eaten at this establishment it has been very inconsistent. Our food came out barely warm. The bread was cold in the middle. We were very disappointed in our meals. The only compliment i can give us everyone was very friendly.

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  38. JenniferB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I love the 5 course meal options! Everything was delicious.

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  39. MATTM

    New Orleans

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience1
    Everything was great until they sat a couple at a table that was 1.5 feet away from our table. That pretty much ended our conversation ability. A table should not be that close to another table in a place like that.

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  40. KarenB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Dining at Impastato’s was a great experience. Will definitely be going back again.

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FAQs

Impastato Cellars offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (985) 845-4445.

Impastato Cellars is rated 4.7 stars by 530 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Impastato Cellars

240 Highway 22 East, Madisonville, LA 70447

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Madisonville
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Easter Sun 11:30 am–3:30 pm Mothers day Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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