Ripa's Italian Restaurant

"Reservations were for 7:00 and we were seated at 7:30, I realize it was a holiday but a time limit should be put in place like other places. I was told “sorry for the wait”, we should have been compensated, such as an appetizer or drinks for the inconvenience. The food was ok but small portions for the price. Had bigger portions at other restaurants for less. Lasagna was small and the chicken parmigiana was only half covered with marinara and small portion of fettuccine, the dinners didn’t even come with a salad, you had to purchase it separately. The waiter we had was terrific."

"My husband and I do Wednesday night date night here once a month. Tonight we had our family holiday dinner and everything was perfection (as usual!). Excellent food generous servings attentive service and all at a reasonable price in a comfortable atmosphere. Thanks Tony and your Chef for a great meal. Special thanks to our server Sandy!"

"We had a party of 11 to celebrate my sister's 91st birthday and the food and the service were amazing! Dana, our server, was certainly an experienced server and attended to every need with the kindest demeanor. Thank you for a wonderful experience! Ron K. from Circleville, Ohio"

"A very spacious, clean, and comfortable Italian Restaurant with great menu items for anyone. Upon entry (4:30pm reservation) the lighting appeared as though they weren't seating, yet. However, we were greeted and taken to sit at our table right away. Once in the dining area, the lighting was just right. Within minutes a pleasant server, Sandy, took our drink orders and gave us ample time to ponder over the menu. We enjoyed a carafe of wine, a beer, and our water glasses were kept refilled nicely. Beginning salads with a house creamy Italian dressing were delicious and perfectly portioned. The soup of the day was a turkey noodle and I was told it was a tad on the salty side. Our plates included: BAKED LASAGNA which was a good size portion for a hungry man, to-the-tooth pasta, beef, pork, ricotta, topped with meat sauce and mozzarella cheese, and baked to a perfect golden brown. Char-broiled (double) PORK CHOPS which tabled on a sizzling hot platter. Thick cut and marinated with a fantastic flavor of house seasoning! We ordered a double enabling us to take the 2nd piece home for another dinner. However, there is so much meat I took home 1 1/2 chops! Ripa's correctly claims to have the Most Popular Pork Chops in WNY! Cannot wait to have the left-overs! The side small-red baked and cut in half potatoes, and applesauce made for a very enjoyable meal. FETTUCCINE ALFREDO was to-the-tooth noodles in a very flavor full creamy homemade sauce and the portion was good for a hungry man, as well. FRENCH ONION CHICKEN was two beautiful cutlets sautéed perfectly in sherry wine with caramelized onions, atop angel hair pasta with a beautifully browned covering of Swiss and mozzarella cheese. Sandy checked whether we needed anything just the right amount of times. No annoying over-service. The deserts: LEMON ITALIAN CREAM CAKE was such top quality to be fit for a King; moist cake, great lemon flavored cream inside, and sprinkles of confection sugar, with a dab of whipped cream. NEW YORK STYLE CHEESECAKE was an awesome circle of graham crust, creamy custard, the right hint of lemon! VANILLA ICE CREAM SUNDAE was just the right amount for one too full of dinner to enjoy a sweet little cup of vanilla ice cream, hot fudge, and dab of whipped cream. From beginning to end, the dinner was a wonderful experience. The portions were such that you definitely did not go away hungry. The price was perfectly set for the portion and quality of food. Service was fantastic and friendly. We will definitely return!"

"Been going here for 4 years now. The food is amazing and portions are large. If you prefer smaller portions they do offer half portions on some items. The owners and bartender are very nice. Relaxing atmosphere. Very reasonably priced. Would highly recommend! Pics of some of my favorites."