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The Colosseum Restaurant, Salem, NH

The Colosseum Restaurant

4.6 (871)
$30 and under
Italian
264 North Broadway, Salem, NH 03079

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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

What 871 people are saying

The Colosseum Restaurant 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Colosseum Restaurant offers consistently "excellent food" and "exceptional service" with a welcoming atmosphere. Known for its "amazing Italian cuisine," it features standout dishes like chicken parm and seafood stuffed mushrooms. The staff, including the "phenomenal" Chelsea, are attentive and engaging, making each visit memorable and enjoyable.

871 Reviews
  1. Diana

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is always good here especially the eggplant rolitani appetizer. We were a party of 8 and our waitress was amazing. So Friendly and fun. The waitstaff were attentive filling our water and bread. Great Experience and everyone liked it

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  2. Aileen

    Greater Boston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious dinner, my friend and I both had the Chicken Francese and it was wonderful as usual. Our waiter, Cole, was excellent. Looking forward to returning.

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  3. Theresa

    Connecticut1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Sat us and then made us move. Caesar salad was tasteless. Service was efficient but that’s it. Pasta dishes all were average tasting but big portions.

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  4. Hoanne

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 4, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    I ordered the seafood medley, but I was told was Fresh. When it came to the table, it was obviously frozen and tasted horrible. Even the lobster tail fell apart and was mushy. The muscles were less than an inch in size and there were two shrimp and two scallops. To make matters worse, I didn’t realize it was market price, which he never told me and the meal was $60. $60 worth of frozen uneditable seafood. When I finally told the waiter he said thank you for letting me know. I’ll let the kitchen know and that was the end of that. I didn’t get anything taken off know did I ask or did I expect I just wouldn’t go there again.

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  5. Diane

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great, quick, checked with us often. Food was delicious. It was our first time there, will definitely be going back!

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  6. Brooke VIP

    Greater Boston12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful experience with exceptional food !! Love the owners and the entire staff!!

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  7. TristanS

    Greater Boston9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time celebrating our friends birthday!

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We love going here however the amount of gravy on the pasta and other dishes has greatly diminished. I would rank this 5 stars every time if not for the inadequate amount of gravy.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    One of our favorite local restaurants. The food is consistently excellent, as it was on this visit with friends. I love that there is always nice specials selection which several in our group ordered from and loved.

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  10. Sandra

    Unspecified2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Long wait between server contact .Food Luke warm. Flavoring bland. Notified open table under comments this was a birthday celebration. No mention or acknowledgement during anytime of service.

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FAQs

The Colosseum Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (603) 898-1190.

The Colosseum Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 871 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. New Hampshire
  4. Portsmouth and Merrimack Valley
  5. Salem

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
Google Map for The Colosseum Restaurant

264 North Broadway, Salem, NH 03079

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Rte. 28
  • Neighborhood
    Salem
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 1:00 pm–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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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.
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