Valbella (Italian)
1309 East Putnam Avenue, Riverside 203.637.1155, www.ValbellaCT.com
Excellent Italian food in a dressy decor. Everyone gets good service, even the celebrities who dine here frequently. There is something wonderful on the menu for everyone. Top off your meal with a chocolate souffle. They have a spectacular wine cellar with 850 wines to choose from. A Town favorite and our vote as the best Italian restaurant in town. If only it were less noisy. Reservations required.

Hours: Lunch, weekdays, 11:30 am - 3:30 pm; Dinner, Monday - Saturday, 5 pm - 10 pm (11 pm Friday and Saturday).

Prices: Lunch entrees, $15 - $20; Dinner entrees, $24 - $40 Wine by the glass $12.

Size: seats 120