Reviews for Graziano's Downtown Cafe in Kingston, NY
The food was absolutely delicious! I had the fresh pasta carbonara and my husband had the chicken parmigiana with fresh... spaghetti. We finished by sharing strawberry shortcake. If you haven't eaten here you should! Read more
Wow I?ll always remember eating at this special place. They let us come in and eat close to them closing and served some of the... best food I?ve ever had. The pear Gorgonzola salad with grapes to the scallops in the garlic butter sauce. Delicious hand madepasta and chicken parm, the best bruchtta I?ve ever had. And the nicest people there serving us. Thank you ! Beautiful menu andvibes Read more
Friendly staff, wonderful food. Graziano himself is a local treasure. The food is prepared right in front of you (if dining... indoors), so what you see is what you get. And what you get is authentic Italian dishes, masterfully prepared, using farm freshlocal ingredients. Read more
The food and service is absolutely is superb!!!! however the ambience is terrible I suggest taking your food to go, or eating... out on the street. Read more
Started off with appetizer of delightful gorgonzola pear Salad with cuke slices, rich thick balsamic vinegar with candied... walnuts, deep red cherry tomatoes, grapes, olives! Like a picture, I thought! I had the seafood linguini. The prawns delightful. For 35.00, I would rather of had garlicky mussels, instead of calamari & clams. Great crusty garlic bread. Vegansaccommodated. Huge plate of tasty polenta, covered with wild mushrooms, tomatoes, etc. for 27.00. Fantastic tiramisu withespresso. A true Italy experience! Oh, the best was an appetizer of delicious rich brandy cream sauce with 4 jumbo scallops &cremini mushrooms! About 5 tables outside in side garage to eat. I sat by sidewalk, so I was happy. Ciao to the chef who does itall himself. Great job. He loves to cook, I heard him say. Expensive, but it was a great treat!!! Read more
Great food. Clearly Graziano has a passion for food. Excellent home made with super flavorful combinations and choices. We... sat on the sidewalk, however, there is a patio in the back that might not be apparent from the street. The street seating isnice for people watching, but it isn't as quiet. Although the wine choices weren't plentiful, the wine was very good and wehad a great evening. oh...and don't forget the tiramisu! excellent. Read more
Graziano's Downtown Café- if you're looking for homestyle Italian cooking with lots of flavor and medium-to-large portions, go... here. Food: Expect full size meals and lots of spices, butter, wine, and homemade pasta. Every dinner dish has had me comingback for seconds and the leftovers are great too. Drink: Limited menu but we loved the montepulciano, which was fruit forwardand medium bodied. Coffee/espresso is on the menu as well, however we did not sample it. Atmosphere: Small restaurant with oneowner and cook. Seating in the main building is very much like a home kitchen or a small side restaurant. There are a handful ofoutdoor tables, and a side building "garage" seating. Worth a visit... or multiple! Read more
I cannot believe I didn't review Graziano's last August... my mistake. Delicious. I didn't know what to expect when I was... escorted through a garage(?) and onto a rough-looking patio... and then the food & wine started to arrive. Scallops in aporcini mushroom cream sauce... deftly executed. Scallops beautifully cooked with a crisp crust, and tender mushrooms. Sublime. Fresh pasta (both carbonara & a porchetta guanciale) did not disappoint! Delicious. Portions were generous, andleftovers were as good as Day 1. Not inexpensive, but had to come back. And did. Great spot in Kingston. Can't wait to comeback again. ***Edit.*** Google won't let me review twice... so here's my second... Visited a 2nd time... and dinner was BETTER. Carbonara was as good as the first time (in Aug), and the daily special (Veal Osso Buco) was ridiculous. So. Good. Love sittingright next to the kitchen with Neil Diamond holiday tunes in the background. Lovely staff, and a great family environment. Iwish the Graziano's family all the best, and a happy holidays! Read more