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“Best Italian meal in years”
Review of Emiliano's

Emiliano's
Ranked #2 of 247 Restaurants in Waterford
Certificate of Excellence
Price range: €14 - €36
Cuisines: Italian
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Dining options: After-hours, Breakfast, Reservations
Description: RUSTIC Italian restaurant friendly atmosphere great food for every taste from fresh pasta , pizzas , best steak excellent quality of local fresh ingredients ,and with some of the best wine in Italy .kids are welcome and family occasions are available ,private room available for parties or business meeting .booking recommended
Reviewed 15 September 2024

Although we had no reservation they very kindly found us a table on a very busy Friday night. Great wine recommendation when the wine we wanted was not available. The mains were brilliant and I can honestly say the best Italian meal I have had in years. Definitely will be returning and will make a reservation next time, THANKS!

Date of visit: September 2024
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Thank D2724CDkeithb
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Reviewed 8 September 2024 via mobile

Had th best steak of my life here. Unbelievable food and great value.. staff are lovely and super helpful. They made me a fab mocktail too

Date of visit: September 2024
Thank Eileen F
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Reviewed 7 September 2024

Every one of Emiliano's staff who served our visits was considerate and prompt, professional yet pleasant, and well trained in their position. The almost always sold-out room was a bit loud on a Friday night, but at other times very relaxed and filled with smiling faces. Do get a reservation at least a couple of days in advance. You'll get to choose from appropriately priced dishes promptly prepared, served with your choice of well curated yet reasonably priced Italian wines. From the properly cooked veal t-bone to the meaty and cheesy nonnie-style lasagna, we felt like we were back in Italy. Proprietor Emiliano seemed to be everywhere, smiling and greeting customers and coaching his staff. The best restaurant in Waterford county, to say the least. Enjoy.

Date of visit: September 2024
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Thank WoodySandy
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Reviewed 1 August 2024 via mobile

This was our first visit to Emiliano's. My husband and I had dinner with my parents. My parents and extended family often visit this restaurant and now I know why. The staff were super nice and attentive. You only had to look in their direction and they were straight over to help. The food was delicious. Both mum and I have dietary requirements and Emiliano himself always makes sure mum was looked after in the past. Thank god my uncle Pat Hunt orignally found Emiliano and his restaurant. I highly recommend a visit but you need to book and book in advance.

Date of visit: July 2024
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Reviewed 31 July 2024

This is great for simple but excellent Italian food.

I hadn't booked but as a solo traveller I was given a table outside with the management's apologies. I would recommend booking as it is very popular and I don't think you'd regret it.

I had a small salad to start paired with an excellent lager. I then had a Napoli pizza for my mains with some house red. This was excellent - the dough was crisp, it was not soggy or 'American' style.

I enjoyed my time so much that I stayed for a grappa and an espresso. If I hadn't feared falling under my table, then I'd have happily stayed for a second.

Date of visit: July 2024
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Thank jmf912024
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