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Branzino - Castello, Danbury, CT

Castello

4.7
4.7
482 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
The comfortably elegant dining rooms with gentle romantic lighting and traditional Italian decor provide a warm and relaxing setting for an unforgettable dining experience at Castello. Knowledgeable and attentive staff further compliment the perfectly prepared fair and hand selected wines from all over the world.

Family owned and operated since 2007
Our Executive Chef/Owner Deme and sons Nori and Zenel look to provide Danbury with New York City Quality Food and Service

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Wine Bar
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 743-3828
  • Website
    http://www.castello-danbury.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Deme Balidemaj
  • Catering
    Catering Available in house or off site, call Nori to get more details <br />at 203 743 3828
  • Private party facilities
    if you are looking to make your next event stress free and easy give us a call and we will handle everything for you. holiday parties to birthday parties we do it all.
  • Location
    2 Padanaram Rd., Danbury, CT 06811
  • Area
    Danbury
  • Cross Street
    North Street
  • Parking details
    parking available on either side of the restaurant as well as underneath it, complementary valet parking is available upon request
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentines Day

    USD 95.00 per person

    14 Feb 2025 only
    Come spoil the one you love with an amazing meal that you won’t soon forget. Executive chef Deme Balidemaj has put together a mouth watering menu sure to entice your tastebuds.

Menu

Appetizers

  • Gamberetti CastelloUSD 18.00

    jumbo shrimp, artichoke hearts, roasted pepper, mozzarella, balsamic

    • Shrimp CocktailUSD 24.00

      (4) jumbo shrimp, cocktail sauce

      • Calamari FrittiUSD 17.00

        fresh calamari, marinara sauce

        • Artichoke OreganataUSD 13.00

          hearts of artichoke, garlic bread crumbs, lemon white wine sauce

          • Vongole OreganataUSD 15.00

            little neck clams, garlic bread crumbs

            • CapreseUSD 14.00

              fresh mozzarella, tomato, roasted peppers

              • CozzeUSD 15.00

                prince edward island mussels, tomato broth, garlic, basil

                • Tuna TartareUSD 17.00

                  diced fresh tuna, tomatoes, thinly sliced potato chips

                  Insalata

                  • CesareUSD 16.00

                    crisp romaine, herbed croutons, table side caesar dressing

                    • Insalata CastelloUSD 14.00

                      mixed field greens, red beets, imported gorgonzola, toasted almonds

                      • Insalata di MisticanzaUSD 10.00

                        mixed field greens, tomato, red onions, house dressing

                        • CarpaccioUSD 18.00

                          thinly sliced filet mignon, arugula, shaved pecorino romano

                          • Insalata di AvocadoUSD 16.00

                            arugula | tomatoes | heart of palm | lemon dressing

                            Zuppa

                            • Pasta FagioliUSD 10.00

                              cannellini beans, buretti pasta, herbed broth

                              • StracciatellaUSD 10.00

                                italian eggdrop soup with spinach

                                Contorni

                                • Broccoli RabeUSD 10.00

                                  • SpinachUSD 10.00

                                    • Roasted PotatoesUSD 8.00

                                      • French FriesUSD 8.00

                                        • Sausage & PeppersUSD 10.00

                                          Carni

                                          • Pollo CastelloUSD 28.00

                                            organic breast of chicken, prosciutto di parma, fresh mozzarella, roasted bell pepper

                                            • Pollo ParmigianaUSD 27.00

                                              organic breaded chicken, marinara, melted mozzarella

                                              • Pollo FranceseUSD 27.00

                                                organic breast of chicken, egg wash, lemon, white wine

                                                • Pollo ScarparielloUSD 28.00

                                                  organic chicken and italian sausage with garlic, hot cherry peppers, mushrooms, rosemary

                                                  • Vitello MarsalaUSD 30.00

                                                    veal scallopini, mushrooms, marsala wine

                                                    • Vitello SaltimbocaUSD 30.00

                                                      veal scallopini, prosciutto di parma, sage, brown cognac sauce

                                                      • Vitello CastelloUSD 34.00

                                                        veal scallopini, chopped jumbo shrimp, mushrooms, light tomato sauce

                                                        • Bistecca alla GrigliaUSD 45.00

                                                          15 oz. prime n.y strip, 30 days dry aged

                                                          • Costoletta di VitelloUSD 49.00

                                                            14 oz. grass fed veal chop

                                                            • Filetto di ManzoUSD 56.00

                                                              13 oz. center cut prime flet mignon, 30 days dry aged

                                                              Pasta

                                                              • Penne VodkaUSD 22.00

                                                                tomato, cream, basil

                                                                • Rigatoni BologneseUSD 25.00

                                                                  homemade meat sauce

                                                                  • Ravioli PomodoroUSD 22.00

                                                                    ravioli, ricotta, mozzarella, parmigiana, fresh tomato sauce

                                                                    • Cacio e PepeUSD 30.00

                                                                      spaghetti tossed tableside in fresh cheese sauce, drizzle of trufe oil

                                                                      • Spaghetti CarbonaraUSD 25.00

                                                                        spaghetti, pancetta, egg, pecorino romano

                                                                        • Linguini con VongoleUSD 26.00

                                                                          linguini, little neck clams, garlic, white wine sauce

                                                                          • Spaghetti CastelloUSD 30.00

                                                                            spaghetti, jumbo shrimp, hot cherry peppers, tomato sauce

                                                                            Pesce

                                                                            • Shrimp ScampiUSD 30.00

                                                                              jumbo shrimp tossed with garlic and herbs in a lemon sauce, served over linguini

                                                                              • SalmonUSD 36.00

                                                                                pan seared organic salmon, roma sauce

                                                                                • Ahi TunaUSD 32.00

                                                                                  peppercorn crust, dijon mustard sauce

                                                                                  Last updated: 22 December 2022

                                                                                  What 482 people are saying

                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                  4.7
                                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                                  • 4.5Ambience
                                                                                  • 4.3Value

                                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                                  Loved For

                                                                                  • Fairfield

                                                                                    Great for fine wines

                                                                                  • Fairfield

                                                                                    Italian

                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                  Castello offers a consistently delightful dining experience with "great food and excellent service." Guests rave about its fresh Italian cuisine, "best cocktails," and attentive staff. The standout Caesar salad made tableside is a must-try. While the parking situation poses challenges, Castello remains a beloved spot for many with its "5-star experience" inside.

                                                                                  482 Reviews

                                                                                  1. Closeenuff

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    22 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    22 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Go for the cacio et pepe pasta, prepared table side. Our group of 3 had pasta entrees after Caesar salad and tuna tartare. The carbonara was more pancetta than Rome's; get extra garlic for the linguini vongole. Stay for the zabaglione ---who else makes it. It's made tableside and just boozy enough. Nice and efficient staff; cozy and festive ambiance.

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                                                                                  2. Bill

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    Connecticut

                                                                                    92 reviews

                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    92 reviews

                                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 2
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    The food was excellent. The young man that cleared tables and set them up was very good. Our server ignored us . It took MANY minutes for us to be able to ask a question or place an order. We were very close to leaving without ordering any thing due to the delays.

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                                                                                  3. Dan

                                                                                    Connecticut

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    2.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 28 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 2
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    This is our favorite Italian restaurant in the area! Any ratings that I submitted I will discuss privately with the owner. All that said this place rocks.

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                                                                                  4. Thomas

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 25 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    We went for Christmas dinner. I had several options for dinner but wanted to check out all of the menus. Castello's did not post a menu on their website or FB page so I called. The person who answered the phone said there was no special menu for Christmas. I said but you had one for Thanksgiving. She said no, just order from the menu. After reviewing the menu we decided we would go there. Well, they had a set menu. I ended up with chicken parmesan for Christmas. Definitely not my choice for a Holiday dinner. But they offered 3 fish dishes, they were out of the steak and offered veal, no thank you. Chicken parmesan, lobster ravioli, or Pene ala vodka. Boy was I bummed. I was planning on some Fried Calamari and maybe chicken francese off the regular menu as I was told we could order from that menu. The chicken dish was ok, a typical chicken parmesan, but nothing spectacular. Had we seen the menu in advance we would have choose a different restaurant. The Arch Restaurant had a better menu and the prices were comparable. I just wish the staff knew what was going on for the holiday so I would have gotten the correct information,

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                                                                                  5. Andrea

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 25 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                    Very disappointing meal. Food was very mediocre and meh. Lobster ravioli tasted like something store bought and pasta too al dente. Chicken parm very mediocre. Everything was way overpriced—more than a restaurant in NYC and not even close to the same quality. Also the larger table next to mine who was ordering wine seemed to take priority to mine. Will not be returning.

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                                                                                  6. James

                                                                                    Connecticut

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 25 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    This was my 1st time dining at Costello's. Good food we were not rushed even though it was Christmas day. Service was very good. I will go back.

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                                                                                  7. Richard

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 24 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Always a great experience love the food. Highly recommend if your looking for great food

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                                                                                  8. Nancy

                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    113 reviews

                                                                                    4.0

                                                                                    113 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 19 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                    Great food and service. Love the table side dishes such as cacio e pepe. Caesar Salad and desserts. Dietary accommodations easily made. Food is very authentic

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                                                                                  9. Jim

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                    Dined on 16 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    Excellent food, Service and hospitality. Highly recommend the restaurant

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                                                                                  10. Kristin

                                                                                    New York City

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                    Dined on 8 December 2024

                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                    My husband and I had a really nice date night at Castello. We sat in the wine room which was quiet with a very nice ambiance. The service , food and drinks were all excellent and made for a wonderful and relaxing dinner experience. We will definitely be back!

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                                                                                  FAQs

                                                                                  Castello does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Castello also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 743-3828.

                                                                                  Castello is rated 4.7 stars by 482 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                  Make a booking

                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                  7:00 pm
                                                                                  Booked 2 times today
                                                                                  Experiences are available.

                                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                  Google Map for Castello

                                                                                  2 Padanaram Rd., Danbury, CT 06811

                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                  • Cross Street
                                                                                    North Street
                                                                                  • Area
                                                                                    Danbury
                                                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                                                    Lunch Mon–Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:30 pm
                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                    $31 to $50
                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                    Italian, Wine Bar
                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                    Fine Dining
                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                    parking available on either side of the restaurant as well as underneath it, complementary valet parking is available upon request
                                                                                  • Payment Options
                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                  • Executive Chef
                                                                                    Deme Balidemaj
                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                    http://www.castello-danbury.com/
                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                    (203) 743-3828
                                                                                  • Catering
                                                                                    Catering Available in house or off site, call Nori to get more details <br />at 203 743 3828
                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                    if you are looking to make your next event stress free and easy give us a call and we will handle everything for you. holiday parties to birthday parties we do it all.
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