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Randy Loren's Dolce Vita Ristorante ( Click here to view menu )

Dolce Vita Ristorante is located on State Street in Schenectady N.Y. The restaurant is owned and operated by Randy Loren. This restaurant offers delicious and affordable Italian-American cuisine. Although the restaurant prefers reservations, at times it can accommodate walk-ins due to a large dining area. The restaurant is outfitted with a warm inviting full sized bar, stage with piano for live music, and a dance floor. The restaurants theme is geared towards the baby-boomer generation. The music and decor help to present a classy/retro atmosphere.

Dolce Vitas menu offers a diverse choice of Italian cuisine. We ordered Veal Dolce Vita and Scallops Alfredo. The food was presented in an excellent fashion. The veal was very tender and had a rich buttery flavor. The capo cola, melted provolone and fresh herbs on top were a nice addition. A side of pasta smothered in homemade tomato sauce was very satisfying. The fresh sea scallops were perfectly pan seared. Their style of alfredo sauce over fettuccine was creamy and uniquely delicious. All Dolce Vitas desserts are homemade. I had the chocolate cake with a raspberry tort sauce that was finished with whipped cream, fresh raspberries and a mint leaf. It was moist and scrumptious.

In conclusion I was impressed by the overall dining experience at the Dolce Vita. If you are in the mood for fresh homemade Italian food and an interesting atmosphere, you should try this restaurant. Call for reservations at 518-357-3324 and mention Menuaddict.com

Review by Michael Weissman (Chief Culinary Consultant)

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Overall Rating = 91% out of 100%

Q. What are your hours of operation?

A. 4PM - 10PM Dinner and 4PM - 1AM Bar/Lounge

Q. Why should people dine here?

A. Excellent Italian/American Cuisine, atmosphere, ambience and service. Afforable to the masses.

Q. What kind of ethnic influences do you contribute to your food?

A. Italian

Q. What makes your restaurant unique?

A. Decor, location, dance floor, and live music.

Q. Why did you get into the restaurant business?

A. To provide a unique dinning experience

Q. How long have you been in business?

A. 1 Month

Q. What is your best selling dish?

A. Veal Dolce Vita

Q. If you had 1 word to describe your food, what word would it be?

A. Delicious

Q. Do you cater to special events?

A. Yes

Q. How do you want people to feel after leaving your establishment?

A. Filled with joy and fulfillment.