Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
2163 Reviews
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- Thursday11 am–12 am
- Friday11 am–12 am
- Saturday11 am–12 am
- Sunday11 am–11 pm
- Monday11 am–11 pm
- Tuesday11 am–11 pm
- Wednesday11 am–11 pm
About the Business
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill | Johnny Rocco's Authentic Modern Italian Restaurant in Niagara Falls and St. Catharines.
Contacts
Website
Call Us
+19056809300
271 Merritt St, St. Catharines, ON L2T 1K1
Hours
- Thursday11 am–12 am
- Friday11 am–12 am
- Saturday11 am–12 am
- Sunday11 am–11 pm
- Monday11 am–11 pm
- Tuesday11 am–11 pm
- Wednesday11 am–11 pm
Features
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Curbside pickup
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Wi-Fi
- Transgender safe space
- Wheelchair-accessible elevator
- Takeout
- Dine-in
- Wheelchair accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible washroom
- Healthy options
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Good for kids
- Washroom
- Casual
- Cozy
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Accepts reservations
- Fast service
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Wine
- Brunch
- Bar on-site
- High chairs
- Outdoor seating
- Late-night food
- Romantic
- No-contact delivery
- Upscale
- Fireplace
- Kids' menu
- Great cocktails
- Gender-neutral washroom
- Live music
- Sports
Recommended Reviews
Ken Stronach
09.10.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
Welcome to Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill - a timeless classic that truly captures the essence of Italian cuisine. As I walked into the restaurant, I was immediately struck by the centuries-old stone architecture that creates an atmosphere of rustic charm and romance.For my starter, I decided to try the Arancini, which were perfectly executed, with a crispy exterior and a warm, creamy interior. The flavors were bold and satisfying, setting the stage for the rest of the meal.Next up was the Margherita pizza, which was good but fell short of my expectations. While the crust was nicely charred and had a good texture, the marinara sauce didn't quite hit the mark. It lacked the depth and authenticity that I was hoping for, leaving the pizza feeling a little underwhelming.To finish off the meal, I indulged in the Tiramisu, which was expertly made with layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers, creamy mascarpone, and a dusting of cocoa powder. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and the textures were spot-on.But what truly sets Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill apart is the atmosphere of the restaurant itself. The centuries-old stone architecture creates an ambiance that is unmatched, making you feel like you've stepped back in time to a different era. It's a truly unique experience that adds an extra layer of depth and romance to the meal.In conclusion, while the Margherita pizza was a bit underwhelming, the Arancini and Tiramisu were both perfectly executed and satisfying. And, the ambiance of the restaurant is truly unforgettable - making Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill a must-visit for anyone looking for an authentic Italian dining experience.
Dea Hanlon
18.09.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
We absolutely love Johnny Rocco’s! We come here for every special occasion. The Arancini Balls are the best! Our last visit a while ago we got a pasta, and the ravioli. We were extremely disappointed with the ravioli as it was very expensive, and we only got 9 pieces. We were shocked. We haven’t come back since because of this, but we hope to give it another chance soon.
Jay lt
26.08.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
My friend & I decided to come here for Pizza and it wasn’t what I expected for $20. I could just made this pizza at home. The tomato based was good but the pizza was underwhelming & basic. I love Italian food but this is not acceptable to be authentic or considered high end. Over all the service was slow, was expecting for a better experience.The artichoke goat cheese appetizer was good, luckily the pizza was not the only item we ordered.
Auranne P.
25.07.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
Love this restaurant! One of my fave restaurants in the Niagara area. The food was delicious, the wine was superb, the dessert was lovely, the atmosphere was great and the server was really sweet. All in all a great experience. Decent food portions and lots of fun things to order.
Carlina Marques-Keim
22.07.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
Amazing foodThe atmosphere is wonderful, the live band was a plus.Our server Kelly made our dinner experience a hell of a good one! She was absolutely wonderful.We are from Toronto, first time here and we will definitely be back!Thank you, it was a pleasure dining at this restaurant, definitely recommend!
Sandra Seljan
22.07.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
Hubby is very particular about his calamari. He wanted calamari with tentacles and they did not disappoint. Fresh and crispy. Not greasy at all.Dip was delicious and the bacon in the ceaser salad made this place my new favourite!!
Melisa Toledo
22.07.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
Delicious as always. We got the family parm deal. The mixed veggies is much much smaller then expected and as it used to be pre-covid unfortunately. The salad is amazing bit the rim of the container looked very dirty. The pasta and chicken is delicious as well but the chicken portions could be a little bigger. Sucks that the meal went up $10 but still worth it.
Melissa C
20.07.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
Family friendly restaurant. Great customer service, delicious food. Will definitely be returning.
Travel Journalist
20.07.2023
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill
I was there with friends recently at about 4:30 in the afternoon. It was warm and humid outside, but warmer and more humid inside the restaurant. When you see the servers perspiring, that should be your first hint it's pretty warm inside the establishment. Time to up the air conditioning.Nevertheless, we had very attentive servers who were polite and friendly: Always a good sign at any business.We ordered our food, which arrived promptly, and was very good. My only complaint was that the Margherita pizza had maybe one cut-up leaf of basil on it. I asked the server if there was a chance he could drop off a couple of leaves and, being the kind gent that he was, he came back with a small bowl of leaves.As for the Margherita pizza, which cost $19. just a dollar less than the others, which all have far more ingredients (meats, cheeses, vegetables...) it certainly wasn't worth $19. It was as large as the others, but come on, some sauce, a basil leaf, and some cheese. I won't order it again, despite it tasting okay. Far too much money for what you get.The other meals ordered by my friends looked good and also tasted very good.The restaurant quickly filled up and we were near the entrance so saw just about everyone who entered and exited. There were a few young people, but the age group seemed to be 40+.Near 5 pm the DJ started spinning records at the bar. He had headphones on and he started playing some great music. The only problem was that IT WAS LOUD!!! We eventually asked the server if she could ask him to turn it down a bit so we could hear each other talk at the table, but her response was that they'd already had a complaint and they weren't going to turn it down again.Alrighty then...Well, the couple beside us left after muttering about the loud volume, the lady leaving her wine glass ¼ full. Some others left too, who had been seated after us.We had no complaints about the choice of music, but when you have to shout over said music to have dinner conversation, it's probably a good indication it's too loud, and... we weren't the only people who complained.So, good food, some overpriced for what you get, dance music played as dinner music, manager's refusal to lower the volume a bit more... Won't be going back any time soon.
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271 Merritt St, St. Catharines, ON L2T 1K1
Johnny Rocco's Italian Grill