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The Colosseum Restaurant, Salem, NH

The Colosseum Restaurant

4.4
4.4
764 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
The Colosseum Restaurant is an award-winning Italian restaurant offering elegant surroundings and exquisite Southern Italian cuisine. Opened in 1987 by Chef Annibale Todesca, the Colosseum has become an established favorite for diners in Salem, NH and the Merrimack Valley. Chef Annibale Todesca serves the same authentic Southern Italian cooking that he enjoyed growing up in Italy. Like many generations of Todescas, he ventures to the market every day to ensure that he cooks with only the freshest vegetables, seafood and highest quality meats. Please stop by for lunch or dinner. It will be our pleasure to serve you.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (603) 898-1190
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Annibale Todesca
  • Catering
    We offer full or half trays of all the food items listed on our menu. We provide both pick-up or delivery. We can also handle special requests; please call for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi-private room that can accommodate up to 50 people. Parties over 20 guests will require a $100.00 deposit and parties over 30 people will require a $150 deposit that will be later deducted off the final bill. Parties with 50 or more guests can be seated in our main dining room but will require a room charge. Please call for further information.
  • Private party contact
    Michael Todesca: (603) 898-1190
  • Neighborhood
    Salem
  • Cross street
    Rte. 28
  • Parking details
    We have are own parking lot with ample spaces available.
  • Entertainment
    We have a live piano bar Tuesdays & Fridays from 7:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • 1/2 off Apps + Discounted Wine, Martinis, Beer

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 1:00 PM - 7:30 PM,Tue - Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM,Fri - 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM,Sat - 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    Enjoy $5 draft beers, $7 wines by the glass, $9 Martinis and more at the bar on weekdays from 4-6pm! You can also enjoy 50% off: EGGPLANT ALLA ROMANA, BRUSCHETTA, MOZZARELLA IN CARROZZA, GARLIC BREAD STUFFED MUSHROOMS, ROASTED PEPPERS & more! Full menu also available!

What 764 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • New Hampshire

    Good for groups

  • New Hampshire

    Italian

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Kid-friendly

  • Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley

    Good for groups

764 Reviews
  1. DanL

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall2Food3Service2Ambience2
    Food was ok. Not great Staff was not great Place was very noisy. No spoon for the pasta supplied .

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  2. RICHL

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    Overall3Food3Service2Ambience3
    Ok good. Service very slow They need more staffing

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  3. jmd123

    Greater Boston

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    we were a party of 6 with two children -- we had excellent service and food

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Amazing wine, food, and overall date night. Will be back! The grilled shrimp Cesar salad and their seafood special was amazing!

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  5. DonaldM

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Always a great meal and atmosphere! It’s a special treat.

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  6. LynneB

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Everything was great! Service and food were excellent!

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  7. DonnaG

    Greater Boston

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on November 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great service, appetizers, entrees, dessert. We celebrated a birthday and the staff was very accommodating to our group.

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  8. Georgia

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience4
    I had not been there for several years, and was disappointed to find that they no longer offered the table side Caesar salad, or the homemade gelato.  Otherwise, everything was very good. 

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  9. LexieK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    This is the BEST Italian restaurant I have ever been to. The food was amazing g and service excellent.

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  10. SMKM

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 2, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    My husband and I love the Colosseum. It's our favorite restaurant in Salem.

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  11. LULU1234

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Such a great dinner food amazing service perfect friendly. Can’t wait to go back🫶🏻

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  12. kathleenf

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Staff were the best! So friendly and accommodating. Food absolutely delicious. I live in Boston and by circumstances have been there twice. So happy I ended up there.

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  13. Kski

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We brought friends new to the area and they are still raving about the food and dining experience.

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  14. Yohanna

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    Overall1Food2Service1Ambience1
    I went there for my Birthday, the greeting and service were below standard. They clearly don’t acknowledge or celebrate with you if you are there for a special occasion. Will not returned,

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  15. AmyL

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2023

    Overall3Food4Service1Ambience4
    I was unimpressed by the delay involved in getting served. I understand that it was a Saturday night but taking 30 minutes to get a gingerale and an additional 45 minutes to be served. Our server did come over to our table to apologize for the delay offering the explanation that the restaurant had a couple of large parties. I appreciate that howver, the restaurant should perhaps have been staffed to accommodate a large Saturday night crowd.

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  16. patf

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Haven’t been there in long time. What a mistake! Wonderful experience

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  17. FranP

    Greater Boston

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2023

    Overall3Food5Service5Ambience1
    This is not a restaurant intended for 10 SCREAMING girls with their mothers sitting at one end of a table while they played with play dough and went unsupervised. They were LOUD and ruined the meals of adults and families around them.

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  18. DanP

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Outstanding dishes that were fantastic. Great all around experience

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience4
    We were from out of town and knew nothing about the place. We thought it was maybe a little bit more upscale but it was more of a family restaurant. It was very hectic walking in, catering carts in the middle of the hostess station. They didn’t seem to have any organization. When we were sat we were greeted by our server quickly and she was great. The food was good. My husband got an old fashioned drink and it clearly wasn’t made right. As soon as she sat it down the coloring wasn’t right and it was in a tall cocktail glass. Overall it was fine if you are looking for a casual dinner.

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  20. TammyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 7, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    First time at The Colosseum Restaurant. People, atmosphere and food were terrific. Would definitely recommend and return.

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  21. Cindy

    Greater Boston

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Good food and service. Not a big deal but I didn’t think the Caesar salad was worth $10.95! Overpriced! Otherwise, very good experience

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  22. CathyC

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    Overall5Food4Service5Ambience5
    A little bit disappointed with Alfredo with chicken. Please don’t put fried tenders in this dish. It is not what your restaurant represents and to me it was a disappointment. The Alfredo itself was delicious!

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  23. Hankster

    Naples

    132 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    132 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Very good authentic Italian food, everything very tasty and served hot.

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  24. mejezzie

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    Overall5Food3Service5Ambience5
    The service was fantastic! My food was way too hot and I could not really enjoy it. I certainly do not like my food cold, but this was extremely hot! We packed it up to go and even my husband said the to go container was extremely hot still after it had been in that for at least 45 minutes!

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  25. fudgbug

    Greater Boston

    161 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    161 reviews

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    Great service as usual from Nancy. The Blue Point Oysters were a treat. Sadly no Carrot Cake. :-)

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 26, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service5Ambience3
    It's always a good time for me and my family. Staff is friendly, food is great, and if something is off, management does the right thing (whatever that may be). The decor is a little outdated, and they might want to update a few of the tables and chairs. However, all and all it's a great place for a family dinner.

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  27. KrisP

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service2Ambience2
    Overpriced and outdated. The decor is dated and the food was just OK. The cost was more than I expected. I had one of the specials- the chicken parm sandwich with fries for $20++. IT was ok, but not great!

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  28. IronDuke68

    Greater Boston

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Consistently outstanding food and service. We try to go every week.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service4Ambience3
    Food was delicious. Waiter was busy but as attentive as could be.

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Never disappoints. Food is authentic . We usually sit at the bar . Sal has been with this restaurant for decades . I can always count on him to inform me about new specials . He is also a master at making fabulous cocktails . Large wine list also . Real authentic Italian restaurant in salem nh . So lucky

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  31. Kristen

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 8, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service3Ambience2
    Went to eat here for the first time with 4 adults and 2 kids. Nobody liked their meal except one of the kids that got chicken fingers and I liked the flavor of the special chicken langostino even though the sauce was watery. We also got the chicken parm, shrimp fra diavolo, lobster ravioli, and spaghetti & meatballs. Every sauce was watery and they all said they wouldn’t come back. One of the kids ordered what we thought was a kids order of the spaghetti & meatballs but we think maybe we got an adult order with 2 meatballs which was $25. The meatballs were light in color and very dense, he didn’t like them and I tasted them and was not a fan either.

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  32. Stan

    Greater Boston

    99 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    99 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service3Ambience3
    They no longer make the Caesar salad at the table despite the sign on the front of the restaurant. The veal in the veal parm was thin and hard and not very good.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Orlando

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience5
    We come here for all our family birthdays because we have never had a bad meal. The mozzarella in Caroza is the absolute best fried cheese you will have .

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  34. mejezzie

    Greater Boston

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    My husband got the lasagna and I got the gnocchi Colesseum. They were both so good!! But, the lemoncello martini was the best martini I have ever had! It was so good and creamy!!!! We made sure to save some room for dessert and got the chocolate lava cake——OMG!!! Soooooo good! I cannot wait to go back! (This is our 3rd time in the past 4 months and we have not had one bad part to our experiences here)

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  35. MikeAndFamily

    Kansas City

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 23, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We were return customers and were still impressed by the delicious food, attentive service, and relaxing atmosphere.

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  36. BarbaraD

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 22, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent food and service. All 3 of us were very pleased. We love bringing our company here.

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  37. REGALADOY

    Greater Boston

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Wow! Such a nice Romantic Vibe, the perfect Dinner for our Couples Date. But also a great Family Dinner to invite the whole family. Food was delicious!

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  38. IronDuke68

    Greater Boston

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Consistently excellent food and service. Tables are spread out so you easily can talk to companions.

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  39. fudgbug

    Greater Boston

    161 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    161 reviews

    Dined on July 19, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience4
    Never disappoints. Great service! Specials offered each evening.

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  40. MikeAndFamily

    Kansas City

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on July 15, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Wow! Exceptional service; delicious food; classy atmosphere. Tops on our list in Salem.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from The Colosseum Restaurant using the Order Online button. The Colosseum Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (603) 898-1190.

The Colosseum Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 764 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 21 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Colosseum Restaurant

264 North Broadway, Salem, NH 03079

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rte. 28
  • Neighborhood
    Salem
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We have are own parking lot with ample spaces available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Annibale Todesca
  • Entertainment
    We have a live piano bar Tuesdays & Fridays from 7:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (603) 898-1190
  • Catering
    We offer full or half trays of all the food items listed on our menu. We provide both pick-up or delivery. We can also handle special requests; please call for more details.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a semi-private room that can accommodate up to 50 people. Parties over 20 guests will require a $100.00 deposit and parties over 30 people will require a $150 deposit that will be later deducted off the final bill. Parties with 50 or more guests can be seated in our main dining room but will require a room charge. Please call for further information.
  • Private party contact
    Michael Todesca: (603) 898-1190
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