Exciting Eats visits Rizzuto’s Ristorante & Chop House

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Exciting Eats visits Rizzuto’s Ristorante & Chop House (7/16/25)

Photos: Harold Spinner & Kristi Sanford

Details: Rizzuto’s Ristorante & Chop House in Metairie offers a taste of authentic Southern Italian cuisine, deeply rooted in generations of the Rizzuto family’s Sicilian recipes.

This local gem, situated in the former location of Tony Angello’s, combines the comfort of a neighborhood spot with a more upscale dining feel.Beyond classic Italian pasta dishes and rich sauces, Rizzuto’s also boasts a selection of USDA Prime steaks and chops, making it a versatile choice for diners. Reviews often praise their homemade pasta, impressive crab cakes, and the warm, inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re craving traditional Italian flavors or a quality steak, Rizzuto’s aims to deliver a memorable meal.

Food Selections: Surf & Turf: Petite Filet & Crab CakeVeal Rizzuto:paneed, lemon, butter, artichoke, mushroom, cherry tomato, basil, LA jumbo lump crabSteak Tartare:Handcut filet tossed with a dijon dressing, shallots, herbs, capers, lavash crackersSeafood Manicotti:Shrimp, Crawfish, Caramelized leeks, ricotta, herbs, house-made pasta, spicy cream sauice, freshmozzarella

Hours:Tues-Thurs 11am-9pm

Fri 11am-10pm

Sat 4pm-10pm

Sun 4pm-9pm

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