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Tambascio"s Italian Grill

1 Dodgingtown Road, Newtown, CT 06470
(203) 426-2715
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Ranked #5 of 39 restaurants in Newtown
Cuisines: American, Italian
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Reservations, Takeout
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Romantic, Business, Local cuisine
Dining options: Reservations, Takeout
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Wantagh, New York
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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

I recently held a 95th birthday party for my mother-in-law and at this restaurant. John Tambascio, the owner, could not have made creating this event any easier and thanks to him and his excellent staff, the party was a total success. The food was excellent and everyone, including the Italian food "experts" who were there, repeatedly commented on how delicious... More

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Danbury, Connecticut
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

My wife, son and I regard Tambascios as our 'local' and we eat there often. The staff is always extremely friendly and helpful and the food is well presented and tastes great. Food is Italian in style as you might expect and there is a good variety. Wine collection is good and not over the top price wise. They do... More

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redding,ct
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

Tambascio's is a GOOD neighborhood restaurant. The food is CONSISTENTLY excellent and the service is just great. Good people, good food, good life. Thank you John!

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Newtown, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 February 2013

The pizza was old-world style, with a thin crispy crust, fresh toppings (including a delicious Italian sausage), flavorful sauce in the right amount -- not too spicy or oily. The bread appetizer was fresh and warm, and accompanied by a very tasty olive oil bread dip made up of various condiments including garlic. The service was personalized and prompt. Our... More

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Connecticut
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 September 2012

The owner has been in the business a long time learning from his mother. He knows how to please and offer good food. He also knows that good service brings people back. Prices are a little high though. They offer take out and food is hot and ready at pick up time. You can relax here but close quarters make... More

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Newtown, CT
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2012

The host was pleasant, but the food was only average. My husband's frozen gelato was so hard that he couldn't get a spoon or a fork into it.

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Redding, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2012

Chef Bahar has brought a new savory menu to Tambascio's, the Chicken and Shrimp Tuscany melts in your mouth, the soups and salads are as ppealing to the eye as they are to taste buds. Well worth a trip up Route 302 in to the Newtown area, they have a very good wine list and an appealing menu. Do make... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012

Being vegan and eating out is not easy. The staff, however, at Tambascios accommodated me. The food was EXCELLENT. I know a lot of people who agree, so it wasn't just this time. Even their takeout business is steady. The restaurant is on the small side, but it is cute and clean. I love to eat in the sunroom, but... More

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Southbury, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2012

One place that you can go on New Year's Eve and not have to pay for an overpriced meal. They use the same menu. Dining room is small so tables are very close. Food is excellent and staff is very friendly.

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Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 January 2012

We have usually ordered out the excellent pizza at Tambasios but my wife and I did go for a sit down dinner. The owner John seated us and stopped by mid-meal to ask us how we were enjoying the food. Our dishese were excellent (eggplant parma and chicken sorrientio). The service was attentive and we will be back soon.

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