About Soffritto Italian Grill

Award & Recognitions

2010

Best Contemporary Italian

CRITICS, UPSTATE | Soffritto Italian Grill
1130 Kirkwood Hwy, Newark, 455-1101
Fresh, eye-catching pesce is the hallmark of Soffritto Italian Grill, where chef Antonio Ramos is known for his deft touch with fish, and he filets whole fish (from branzino to orata) tableside on Wednesday nights. A wall-length copper water feature, stone fireplaces and artistically plated dishes create unforgettable visual appeal.

Best of Metromix Delaware: ITALIAN (FINE DINING)

From the fresh seafood of northern Italy to the rich tomato sauces of Sicily, the cuisine of Italy is as varied as the restaurants on our list of the best in Delaware.

Soffritto Italian Grill

1130 Kirkwood Highway

Newark, DE 19711

"This upscale spot on the way into Newark will remind you of the nicest family Italian dinners you've ever been invited to. Expect a lot of food (the Italian way), with a greater variety of veal and fish dishes than you might find elsewhere".~ Metromix

Delaware Today

96 Favorite Restaurants

The petite filet mignon, served with saffron cream sauce, roasted pepper sauce and pesto sauce, is the type of dish that put Soffritto on Delaware’s dining map. Photograph by Thom Thompson

"Soffritto serves a healthy mix of Northern and Southern Italian specialties, created with fresh ingredients, in a breathtaking atmosphere. Linguini pescatore is a specialty of chef Antonio Ramos, as is nearly every seafood dish, from langostinos to Dover sole. Wednesday is fish night, when a whole fish can be ordered and filleted tableside for a mere $19.99. The copper water feature spans an entire wall of the dining room, and a nearby stone fireplace mixes with terra cotta and earth tones inside one of the prettiest dining rooms around". ~ Delaware Today

2009

2009 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year:

Stefania Panza

Story:

By Mark Corrigan
mcorrigan@chespub.com

Published: Monday, October 19, 2009 4:46 PM CDT

A recipe for success. Stefania Panza's love of food and strong skills in running a restaurant prove to be the right blend as she wins the title of Delaware's Entreneurial Woman of the Year.

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The News Journal, Readers' Choice 2009

Finalist

Best Italian Restaurant

Best Restaurant (Overall)

Best Business Lunch

Best Family Dining

2009 Restaurant Neighbor Award

Delaware
Soffritto Italian Grill
Newark, DE

National Restaurant Association

Cornerstone Humanitarian: Giovanni Panza
Giovanni Panza inspires his employees with his generous spirit. “I have never seen Giovanni turn down a donation request since I’ve known him,” writes General Manager David Ferdinando. The owner of Soffritto Italian Grill has supported Dine out for Life, Meals on Wheels, Delaware Autism Foundation, Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure and several other charities. The restaurant donates about 50 gift cards to charity and hosts at least 10 fundraisers every year.

Best of Delaware 2009

2009 Best Decor, Upstate, Critics

Earth, air, fire water—it’s all at Soffritto Italian Grill. The restaurant scores big points for the stone hearth and fireplace and towering waterfall alone. But all the beef, veal, chicken and seafood classics are offered, as well as fun pastas such as ravioli in pesto. Trust us: You’ll feel like you’re dining a world away from Newark

Best of Newark 2009 Italian Restaurant Giving by US Local Business Association

2008

The News Journal, Readers Choice Award
	Finalist	Best Italian Restaurant Best First date Place Best Crab cakes
Best of Newark 2008 Italian Restaurant Giving by US Local Business Association

Received the BBB (Better Business Bureau) 2008

2007

The News Journal, Readers Choice Award
	Winner	Best soups Best Desserts	Finalist	Best Italian Restaurant Best Crab cakes Best dinner with Friends

2006

The News Journal, Readers Choice Award
	Winner	Best New Restaurant	Finalist	Best place for First Date Best Place for after dinner drinks Best Gourmet Take Out Best Party Trays

Soffritto Italian Grill - Newark, Delaware Fine Food