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Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro, Newtown, CT

Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro

4.7
4.7
543 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Charming
WINNER OF 52 CONNECTICUT MAGAZINE READERS CHOICE AWARDS since 2011, including:
*** Best Italian and Best for Overall Excellence - Statewide ***

For over 15 years, Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro offers up the taste of irresistible Italian dishes. The interior of the restaurant is warm and inviting and offers a touch of romance by candlelight at night. The atmosphere is polished casual and the staff are always on point and friendly. Sal e Pepe is accommodating to diner's preferences and offers vegetarian, gluten free choices and a kid's menu. The delectable dishes and enticing ambiance keep diners returning for more.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (203) 426-0805
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Please contact Angelo for Catered Events-angelo@salepeperestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Angelo Marini for Private Events at 203-426-0805 or email at:-angelo@salepeperestaurant.com. Due to limited seating capacity, for Parties Larger than 10 guests, it is recommended that you call for reservations.
  • Neighborhood
    Newtown
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 543 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Fairfield

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro offers a delightful dining experience with "great service and great food," making it a favorite for many. The ambiance is both "quiet" and "cozy," perfect for special occasions. Patrons appreciate the "excellent homemade soups" and "special creative salads." Consistent quality and reasonable prices make it a must-visit.
543 Reviews
  1. Susan

    New York City

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had delicious meals with very attentive service.

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  2. Mark

    New York City

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    First time at this restaurant, was recommended by friends. Good menu selection and overall experience. We would defitely go back.

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  3. Nancy

    VIP

    New York City

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sal e Pepe is one of our favorite restaurants in Newtown. Consistently great food- never disappoints. Friendly yet professional staff- make you feel like you are the only customer. Noise level is minimal- they had a private party in the side room but doors closed so you wouldn't know there was a party going on.

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  4. Greg

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have loved our previous dinner outings here for years past this was unfortunately not the case, meal portions are extremely small for the price point, calamari was enormous and tough to chew, best part of the dinner was the desserts that were ordered, staff was attentive and polite but food quality and portions were not what we have come to know and love. Quiet evening with maybe 4 other tables being served so it was not the case the restaurant was slammed with customers.

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  5. Reetsy

    VIP

    Naples

    22 reviews

    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food mussel app very good girders were impressed

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  6. Robert

    Seattle

    79 reviews

    4.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on November 23, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was very friendly and attentive. My wife ordered the Manilla Clams which were excellent and the Pistachio Encrusted Salmon which was over cooked. I ordered the Baked Rigatoni which was excellent.

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  7. Jay

    VIP

    New York City

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, such a solid choice. Always excellent homemade soups and usually special creative salad like the phenomenal cantaloupe salad they had this weekend. What a perfect balance of tastes. Mel who works the whole bar area and creates many of their specialty drinks is a gem

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  8. Sara

    New York City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was terrific like always. Never a bad meal at Sal E Pepe.

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  9. John

    VIP

    New York City

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time at this restaurant and it was outstanding Everyone says that Sal E Pepe has the best Italian food in Connecticut and think that I have to agree The risotto was amazing my wife has the shrimp and scallop risotto while I had the butternut squash risotto and the dishes were outstanding Excellent service too Can’t wait to go back

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  10. Jerry

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every time we go we have a great experience. The food is great, the people are nice, and the prices are good.

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FAQs

Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 426-0805.

Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 543 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 6 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sal e Pepe Contemporary Italian Bistro

97 S Main St, Newtown, CT 06470

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Newtown
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–9:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (203) 426-0805
  • Catering
    Please contact Angelo for Catered Events-angelo@salepeperestaurant.com
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact Angelo Marini for Private Events at 203-426-0805 or email at:-angelo@salepeperestaurant.com. Due to limited seating capacity, for Parties Larger than 10 guests, it is recommended that you call for reservations.
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