Leone's

Name: Leone's
Address: 455 Granby St, Norfolk, VA, United States, 23510
Telephone: (757) 624-1455
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1099 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

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Located in Historic Downtown Norfolk, just a short walk from the Scope, Chrysler Hall, Harrison Opera House and MacArthur Mall.
Our warm, elegant dining room offers the perfect environment to enjoy our impeccable service and evolving cuisine for an intimate dinner for two or a celebration for twenty.
Rooftop and Back Patio outdoor dining is available seasonally.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian, Mediterranean
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Phone number
(757) 624-1455
Website
http://www.leonesitalian.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual
Catering
Catering: To find out more about off-site catering for your event, please contact our manager via email: manager@leonesitalian.com
Private party facilities
Private Dining: If you are interested in our private dining space, please contact our manager via email: manager@leonesitalian.com
Private party contact
Luigi Capello: (757) 624-1455

Location
455 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23510
Neighborhood
Norfolk
Cross street
W Charlotte St.
Parking details
We have our own private lot across the street
Public transit
Tide Light Rail: Monticello Station - HRT Lines 1 & 3: Monticello & Brambleton (Scope)
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Assorted Charcuterie*$24.00
assortment of cured meat, cheese, sottaceti, olives, pita chips
- Small (Serves 2)$24.00
- Large (Serves 4)$38.00
Traditional Bruschetta$12.00
tomato, garlic, red onion, basil, crostini, balsamic reduction
Burrata Fresca*$13.00
roasted garlic, roasted red peppers, truffle oil, crostini
Calamari$12.00
flash fried, sliced cherry peppers, parmigiano, marinara sauce
House Meatballs (2)$13.00
beef, pork sausage, parmigiano, mozzarella, pomodoro sauce
Sausage & Peppers$14.00
ground pork sausage, caramelized onions, basil, crostini

Salads

Classic Caesar*$10.00
Market Greens Salad$9.00
mixed greens, tomato, red onion, olives, shaved parmigiano, housemade red wine vinaigrette
Mediterranean Salad$12.00
pepperoncini, tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, mixed greens, red onions, red wine vinaigrette
Caprese$12.00
fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, basil, balsamic reduction

Pasta

Gluten Free Pasta Available on Request

Lobster Fettuccine$37.00
lobster tail, langoustine, marinara, white wine, cream, garlic, red pepper flakes, fettuccine noodles
Shrimp Pesto$29.00
shrimp, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmigiano reggiano, bucatini noodles
Linguini with Clams$25.00
clams, olive oil, garlic, white wine
Lasagna alla Bolognese$24.00
bolognese sauce, ricotta, eggs, mozzarella parmigiano
Pasta Pescatore$30.00
shrimp, scallops, clams, calamari, pomodoro sauce, linguinie
Sausage & Mushrooms Gnocchi$25.00
mushroom, sausage, sweet peas, pesto cream sauce, gnocchi
Spaghetti & Meatballs$24.00
housemade pomodoro sauce, mozzarella, parmigiano
Sausage & Broccolini Orecchiette$24.00
sausage, broccolini, white wine, diced tomato, garlic, olive oil

Main Course

Veal Chop Saltimbocca$39.00
spinach, prosciutto, mozzarella, yellow polenta, caper demi
Chicken Piccata$27.00
chicken breast, capers, lemon butter sauce, linguine
Pan Seared Duck Breast$35.00
potato hash (potatoes, carrots red & yellow peppers, onions), sage & rosemary red wine orange demi
Grilled Ribeye$38.00
garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus
Bone-in Pork Chop$32.00
pomegranate-balsamic glaze, sautéed spinach, mushroom risotto
Chicken Marsala$27.00
mushrooms, onions, housemade marsala sauce, linguine
Chicken Milanese$25.00
breaded chicken breast, lemon butter drizzle, arugula & cherry tomato salad
Fresh Catch of the Day$0.00
roasted potatoes, vegetable du jour, tomato confit
- Market Price$0.00
Salmon Picatta$27.00
salmon, capers, lemon butter sauce, linguine

Vegan & Vegetarian

Spaghetti & "Beyond Meat" Meatballs$25.00
daiya cheese, homemade tomato sauce
Vegan Sausage & Peppers$27.00
Beyond meat sausage, peppers, onions, pomodoro, roasted potatoes
Chopped Steak$32.00
Beyond Beef Steak, roasted potatoes, maple roasted brussel sprouts
Linguine Primavera$19.00
cherry tomatoes, fresh basil leaves, garlic, olive oil

Sides

Linguine
Broccolini
Spinach
Roasted Potatoes
Grilled Asparagus
Mushroom Risotto
Green Beans Gratinee

Dessert

Tiramisù
Cannoli
Selected Artisan Gelato & Sorbet

What 1,099 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Good for business meals
Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Healthy
Norfolk / Virginia Beach
Great for outdoor dining

1,099 Reviews

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Dolly
Washington DC
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service4ambience5
Wonderful dinner and they were able to accommodate our large group easily in the beautiful outdoor area. Delicious food and great service!!
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Bster
Richmond
16 reviews
vip
4.0
16 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Food and menu are excellent. Service is quietly understated. Great place for pre-concert.
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Victoria
Richmond
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came to Leone’s for dinner before a concert nearby. The wine and cocktails were wonderful and the food was delicious.
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AllisonB
Richmond
5 reviews
vip
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Service was good & well paced. We both enjoyed our entrees, the lobster fettuccine & gnocchi with sausage & peas. The tiramisu had too much unsweetened cocoa on top—-it felt like you took a bite of baby powder— but the taste was good. The real disappointment was the bruschetta. It’s early September. There are plenty of good ripe tomatoes around. These were pale pink & flavorless, like what you expect to see in January. Bruschetta is a simple dish, each component has to shine & there’s no covering up bad ingredients. This one failed.
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MikeG
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was outstanding as well as the service. It’s pricy, but it’s the best food I’ve ever had in Norfolk.
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KristenM
Richmond
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall3food2service5ambience5
Service was great. Atmosphere was lovely. We came early for dinner on a Sunday. Unfortunately the food was well below average and not aligned with our expectations. Cannoli shells were soggy, the cake of the tiramisu tasted stale and I’m not sure how anyone even pulls that off. Maybe it sat in the freezer too long? I had the lobster fettuccine which was good. Hubs had meatballs and caprese- the tomatoes were not good :( all in all if I’m looking for Italian food, I’m not looking here again.
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ErinZ
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing as always thank you my husband and I celebrated our Wedding Anniversary!
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ImAFoodie
Washington DC
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall4food3service5ambience4
The restaurant is very nice with a nice layout, decor and lighting. The service and atmosphere were great. Unfortunately food was a mixed bag. We all had soup or salad and it was very good. There were four of us; my shrimp dish and friend's salmon was very tasty. Sadly the other two were lacking. One had lobster fettuccine and the other had the same but with gluten free pasta. The one with regular pasta had very runny sauce and needed a lot of salt for flavor. The gluten free pasta's sauce looked thicker but friend said it was way too salty. Had the food been better, I'd say it was a good value albeit a bit pricey. But when you throw away half of your entree, it definitely wasn't worth the money.
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BillandDeb
Richmond
300 reviews
vip
4.0
300 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience4
Was a great visit from the moment we entered, hostess was friendly, we were seated promptly, our server was great her suggestions and explanation were right on, she did not miss a beat!! Everything we ordered as super, looked and tasted great - and she brought things at a good pace as we requested.. Look forward to the next time we're in the area to visit again.. Deb and Bill Schmidt, Wmsburg Va
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RobynB
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Our waitress was wonderful. Food was great. However about 1 hour and 15 min into our meal as we were finishing a very rude employee walks up to our table and tells my husband he has to remove his hat, there is a dress code. That was 100 percent fine, but the way she said it and she had an attitude like we were suppose to know was very unprofessional and we saw 2 others in the restaurant with hats on. Our waitress came to apologize without us even mentioning it to her. We would go again because the food was good and our waitress was wonderful.
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DouglasS
Las Vegas
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on August 31, 2023
overall5food4service4ambience4
The overall experience was very good. The food was excellent, and the service and environment were very good.
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MomMarin
Memphis/West TN
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Outstanding location, amazing food and wonderful service! Will definitely be going back.
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DanielU
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
An amazing experience. Went to Leone’s for our first wedding anniversary and did not disappoint! Food was delicious, wait staff was superb and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on August 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We’ve been to Leone’s several times and have always had a flawless experience. Service is exceptional- our wine and water are never empty. Food was very well seasoned- perfect flavors, the menu always offers new entrees each visit. We can usually grab a reservation quickly on Roundtable even if we didn’t plan in advanced. The only thing that could make the restaurant more perfect is child menu/portions; we don’t mind bringing home leftovers. Will absolutely recommend to couples and families, and will continue to come back!
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Rachel
Richmond
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was delicious and the portions were big. We were the first ones there on a Tuesday, and the service was great. We have no complaints!
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EWSmith
Richmond
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 6, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience4
Our server Jesse and the food runner were wonderful. Unfortunately two of our main dishes (chicken dishes) were served severely undercooked. So half our party ate at different times. The management never came to our table to apologize or offer some form of compensation for the interruption of our dinner experience. Even though I’ve been there before, I’m not sure I’d return if management seems so indifferent.
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Jerpur
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall4food3service3ambience4
The food was decent. The service was good the server was nice.The scenery was really nice. It took a while for the food however there were 12 people in our party. I had an overall good experience!
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on August 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was great! Food came out fast even though it was busy. Our waiter was very helpful in picking out the wine.
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AprilD
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 29, 2023
overall3food2service4ambience4
Food wasn’t as flavorful as I would have expected. Portion size for the price of it isn’t ideal.
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OpenTable Diner
Charlotte
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall5food4service5ambience5
Really great we ended up going here before a show at Chrysler Hall and the waiter was attentive and the food was wonderful. We will definitely be back.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Had a family friend in town from California, and we decided to dine at Leone’s as we’d not been in a while. From the start, the service was impeccable. The appetizers were great — the bruschetta and burrata fresco never disappoint. The fresh, hot Italian bread, was a nice treat. My husband had the gnocchi, I the lobster fettuccine, and our friend, the salmon. Husband enjoyed his entree, our friend requested her salmon blackened and the chef — according to her — “understood the assignment”; the salmon was perfection. Unfortunately, I did not enjoy the lobster fettuccine as I thought I would. While the lobster itself was massive —unusual for most restaurants, so I give extra credit there, it was overcooked and thus a bit rubbery. The pasta/sauce was on the salty side, so I didn’t finish it. A bit of a disappointment for me, but the overall experience was still very good, so I’d dine again as I’ve enjoyed Leone’s in the past.
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Kimberly
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 19, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience5
Excellent service. Super cute place. Noisy in a good way—people having a good time, not rowdy, but making it feel less bougie even though it’s a “nice” place. Calamari were a little salty (thankfully, I like salt) and shrimp pesto pasta could’ve used a little more seasoning. Overall, very good experience and we would come back.
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MayaB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2023
overall2food1service5ambience2
Service was good but food was awful, pricey and absolutely tasteless. I got gf pasta with clams and husband got some pesto pasta with shrimp, both equally tasteless. So disappointing
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OpenTable Diner
Philadelphia
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had dinner while on our vacation & everything was amazing, our server Seth was awesome and the food was perfect, would come again while visiting the beach!
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Phil
Richmond
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on July 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great time tonight. Leone’s always looks great and the staff is spot on. The food tonight was excellent with the pasta being a standout.
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Debbie
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful as always! Great service and food! Brought a guest visiting from out-of-town. Sat outside on their back patio, and enjoyed a delicious meal on a lively summer evening.
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EricaH
Richmond
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
What an amazing place, we had a wonderful date night. Joy C was so sweet and a professional server. Food was prefect!! We had the Ribeye. Very clean environment.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We love this place. The food is amazing and the outdoor seating is perfect year round.
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TavarisP
Washington DC
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on June 18, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was excellent. Will be back for sure. My Ribeye was well seasoned and juicy ! Made my day
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Jacquelyn
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service with great food. Would highly recommend.
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JohnH
Washington DC
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was great! We were greeted warmly, our server was pleasant, attentive and helpful, the calamari appetizer was well prepared and very flavorful, our entrees were beautifully presented. Bd tasty. The menu was interesting and priced reasonably too. I highly recommend this pleasant restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Greater Boston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always an incredible experience dining at Leones! We go early and it is always very quiet. We had the rib-eye and the smoked mozzarella and sausage special along with a bottle of Riesling and a charcuterie board for 2. The food is always top notch and this place remains our go to for a high end date night.
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CarolineE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for mine and my sons birthdays. It was not my first time and will not be the last. Food was great, service very good and lovely environment. Parking can be challenging
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was perfect! The food, the wine, the scenery, and the service were all perfect!!
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 5, 2023
overall4food5service4ambience5
An excellent go to for fine Italian dining. The rooftop area is a beautiful spot and quiet, although we went on a Monday so everywhere was a bit quiet. I was skeptical bc I am a die hard Luce fan but we wanted to try something new and Leone's did not disappoint. I like the roof option much better. The service was very good but I think our waiter might have been new because he had not tried either dish I was considering (or maybe he was just allergic to seafood). The lobster fettuccine was so so good. There are lots of good options for house wines by the glass. And OMG their bread and butter should come with a warning. Couldn't stop eating it. Yum. Still love Luce but will not forget Leone's either. Also it has its own parking lot yay!
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on June 3, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience3
No booth’s for party of 4. Booth’s start at a party of 5. Date nights with two couples is out of the list for me.
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GrisR
Richmond
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I tried Leone’s multiple times and it has gotten better, really good drinks , and the food is good. I love their rooftop and convenient parking .
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TLMO
Richmond
19 reviews
vip
5.0
19 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We dine here throughout the theater season (both The Wells and Chrysler Hall) and love the atmosphere, food and service at Leone's The wine list, the bread, the Caesar Salad and the fabulous Lobster Fettuccine are consistently perfection. But it's the wonderful staff we have gotten to know for several years that make this restaurant the best. Looking forward to returning next season!
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foodie
Richmond
42 reviews
vip
3.0
42 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall3food3service4ambience4
the linquini with clams had NO flavor....was supposed to have chile flakes which were non existent and sadly the dish LACKED any flavor. so it was disappointing.
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OpenTable Diner
Richmond
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We ate outdoors on a very pleasant evening. Requested family style so our choosy grandchildren could sample multiple dishes. It worked very well.
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Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Leone's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (757) 624-1455.

Leone's is rated 4.6 stars by 1099 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sep 27, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 20 times today

Order delivery or takeout

455 Granby St, Norfolk, VA 23510

Additional information

Cross street
W Charlotte St.
Neighborhood
Norfolk
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Italian, Mediterranean
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
We have our own private lot across the street
Public transit
Tide Light Rail: Monticello Station - HRT Lines 1 & 3: Monticello & Brambleton (Scope)
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.leonesitalian.com/
Phone number
(757) 624-1455
Catering
Catering: To find out more about off-site catering for your event, please contact our manager via email: manager@leonesitalian.com
Private party facilities
Private Dining: If you are interested in our private dining space, please contact our manager via email: manager@leonesitalian.com
Private party contact
Luigi Capello: (757) 624-1455

Leone's

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Traditional Bruschetta

Salmon Picatta

Lobster Fettuccine

Antipasti

Assorted Charcuterie*$24.00

Traditional Bruschetta$12.00

Burrata Fresca*$13.00

Calamari$12.00

House Meatballs (2)$13.00

Sausage & Peppers$14.00

Salads

Classic Caesar*$10.00

Market Greens Salad$9.00

Mediterranean Salad$12.00

Caprese$12.00

Pasta

Lobster Fettuccine$37.00

Shrimp Pesto$29.00

Linguini with Clams$25.00

Lasagna alla Bolognese$24.00

Pasta Pescatore$30.00

Sausage & Mushrooms Gnocchi$25.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs$24.00

Sausage & Broccolini Orecchiette$24.00

Main Course

Veal Chop Saltimbocca$39.00

Chicken Piccata$27.00

Pan Seared Duck Breast$35.00

Grilled Ribeye$38.00

Bone-in Pork Chop$32.00

Chicken Marsala$27.00

Chicken Milanese$25.00

Fresh Catch of the Day$0.00

Salmon Picatta$27.00

Vegan & Vegetarian

Spaghetti & "Beyond Meat" Meatballs$25.00

Vegan Sausage & Peppers$27.00

Chopped Steak$32.00

Linguine Primavera$19.00

Sides

Linguine

Broccolini

Spinach

Roasted Potatoes

Grilled Asparagus

Mushroom Risotto

Green Beans Gratinee

Dessert

Tiramisù

Cannoli

Selected Artisan Gelato & Sorbet

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Cleaning & sanitizing

Screening

FAQs

Does Leone's offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Leone's restaurant rated?

Is Leone's currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information