Villa Fiorita Ristorante Reviews

By writing this review, I risk increasing the popularity of an otherwise exclusive neighborhood joint. It's the preserve of Bensonhurst natives, born and bred, who expect large portions of home cooked Italian meals. Villa Fiorita, after all, is a family business. Come here and you are instantly family by extension. Here manners matter. Your own respectful projections are as integral to the overall experience as those of the conscientious wait staff. The brothers, guardians of the "old school," are attentive, not intrusive; efficient, not rushed. Their proud parents labor with love in the kitchen. Love? Yes, love. For what one receives isn't a cornucopia of Calabrian influenced Italian-American delights, but what must surely be expressions of familial affection. To delve into ingredients or even the dishes themselves is practically an insult. One enters this mysterious wood-paneled enclave uninitiated with a hungry soul. One departs full of warmth from the embrace of close family.

While visiting Brooklyn we decided to have some Italian food, so we picked this restaurant. The calamari was wonderful and the sauce with it was fantastic! Veal Parmesan was best I've ever had! Wonderful waiter, food was a bit slow getting to table but well worth the wait. Highly recommend!

In a rapidly changing neighborhood, it's reassuring to see some of the old timers still standing and going strong. Villa Fiorita with it's simple exterior and a dining room reminiscent of Grandma's safe haven holds it's own. The service is warm and friendly, making you feel that they are genuinely happy to see you. The menu features most Italian favorites and much more. The main attraction is the food, which was delicious and well presented. The prices will comfortably fit into your budget. It's nice to know that you don't have to go far to get that "old fashion meal."

If you're from Brooklyn you will remember these mom & pop restaurants that dotted the neighborhoods. While they are dwindling in number there are still a few that serve some of the best southern Italian cuisine in the city. Nothing fancy but great authentic Italian food that I remember my grandmother making on a Sunday. Service is a top priority of the family, as mom & pop cook in the kitchen, the sons take care of the dining room. Oh did I mention, the deserts are home made too.

everything on the menu is great. there fish options are excellent. you cant go wrong with anything you order here.

If you are coming to NYC to see the Marathon, after the race, make it your business to visit this family run Italian restarant. They are located in Brooklyn on 18th Ave & 78th St. , Domenic & Olivia (Mom & Pop) do the cooking, Vinnie, Rocky, and Joe the 3 sons are the Waiters,,,Parking on street.The food here is the Best & reasonably priced. Try the Zuppa di Mussels for an appetizer, you will be surprised asto the portion you get. All of the other dishes are equally good and plentifull. Our family has been coming here since 1982,, there must be a reason.

Drove to Bensonhurst on a tip that this place was great and the "real deal old school" Italian place to go in Brooklyn. I was very disappointed. I was raised on old school Italian an this fell very short. The decor is in a 1070's time warp. The waiters are friendly. The food soso. The breadbasket was some breadsticks and some soggy rolls. The apps we had were zuppa d' clams which was just ok and eggplant rollatini which was the best dish of the meal. The shrimp fra diavlo entree did not have the freshest shrimp. The chicken cacciatore was cooked properly on the bone and had a nice sauce (not gravy). The chianti by the glass was terrible. A bit overpriced for this quality meal at $50/person. Overall it was just meh and no reason for me to return.

Great homestyle food,service and generous drinks. This restaurant reminds us of what Brooklyn used to be ! Always a great experience

The Food & service was excellent, Allthe guests from out of town raved about the food. Everything including the Table was immaculate.

I ended up at this restaurant as the place I was hoing to was closed due to kitchen equipment service. First. I think the place is a little pricey compared to other better restaurants in Brooklyn. I ordered a Frutta di Mare antipasto which was far to taste like other italian restaurants in the area. They only put a couple of pieces of octopus, and used immitation crab meat (disgusting), and didn't use fresh vegetables, and no shrimp, my mother ordered the eggplant parmiggiana which was ok, but for the price we paid, i don't think it was worthy. The athmosphere and service was ok. I will not recommend this restaurant to anyone