Customer Testimonials "Thanks again for everything-it's such a great family business! We even met Karen's daughter who works bussing tables! I enjoyed how the owner comes around to the tables to "check" on everyone- you don't find that much these days! It's a well-oiled machine, but with a family feel- best of all worlds and suites my folks to a T! Thank you! I enjoyed my dinners there tremendously!" All best, Sarah Stanton On June 19, 2010, Dino and I were married at the Basilica and had our reception at Ilio's. We can not thank Dennis, Kristen and all the staff enough, for how amazing our night was. The food, the staff, and management, all where above and beyond. All of our guests raved about the food and no one left hungry! The layout and preparation to the room was perfect. The same goes for my bridal shower in which was also at Ilio's. Words can not express how much we appreciate everything. Thanks to all who helped make our wedding absolutely perfect!!! Sincerely, Kristin & Dino Thomas Thank you for making our anniversary party such a special and beautiful event. Your food was delicious; your staff very attentive, bartender fun and the banquet room was perfect. With much appreciation.! Thank you! The Corbetta’s Let me compliment you on your food, service and helpfulness. I can’t tell you how nice our visit was. Not a single complaint from anyone. In a group of this size that is quite a feat. In fact, I had many compliments and positives. Please accept my thanks for all you did for my group. It made me look good and certainly made my day go better. Sincerely, Marianne Heck, Woman’s Club of Erie Kudos to you and your wonderful family and staff! My family and friends enjoyed a wonderful dinner from Ilio’s on Saturday for my son’s First Communion. From the incredible customer service all the way to today’s follow up call from Marilyn your group did not miss a beat! Amy Conmy, Dival Safety Thank you for all you did to make our reunion so special. AGAIN – this year. We have had nine years of continuous reunions – and you have been a great part of the reason that Ilio’s is our favorite place. Sincerely, With Love & Admiration! Marianne Lopez, Bishop Quigley Luncheon Thank you so much for doing such a wonderful celebration for us April 25, 2010. With only 10 days notice Kristen had no problem giving us everything we needed. Marilyn kept changing our numbers without a blink. No one in our group could believe how you could accommodate all of us. We had a lovely room, delicious food and drinks and the best servers ever. Everyone, including our two priests thanked me like I did it. Thank the DiPaolo family for us they run an awesome business!With Love & Thanks! The Cookson Family Everyone had such a wonderful time and just raved about how good the food was. It was a very special day for our family and, of course, where would we spend it but “Ilio’s”! Regards, Eddie & Irene Luba "I stopped by the restaurant Saturday late afternoon for dinner and had a great meal. I must say the restaurant was as good as advertised. I am from Ohio (Youngstown originally) and was told about the restaurant from my brother who ate there several times after he would officiate football games at the University of Buffalo. It was a great experience because I love Italian food." E-Mail Quote from: Steve Krispinsky October 2007 "This past weekend we held a surprise birthday dinner party for my mother at your establishment. From start to finish, the experience was nothing but exceptional. We originally had settled on a different establishment, but when my sister called your place “just to see” we immediately changed our minds. The value was so much better and the options were greater, and it just seemed like such a better deal. How glad we are that we decided to go with it! Our server, Lynn, was quite possibly the friendliest, most professional, efficient, and patient person on the planet that day. Our party included two small children and two infants, and as such, involved a bit of shuffling with high chairs and booster seats, not to mention having to maneuver around two very energetic pre-schoolers. It just seemed like no matter what we needed- from more bread to birthday cake candles (a lifesaver!), Lynn and the other wait staff were right there to help. When my Mom arrived, the staff helped coordinate her entrance, letting us know she’d arrive and was on her way to the room. When it came time for cake, Lynn even came in to sing with us, and then offered to cut and serve the cake for us! I was just so impressed with our experience; I felt I should let you know what a wonderful time we all had. Our food was excellent, the service was phenomenal, and everyone – especially – my Mom – left very happy (and very full)! This was my first experience with Ilio DiPaolo’s, but I can promise it will not be my last. Bravo to all of you, and thank you for a fantastic experience!" E-Mail Quote from: Deanna Clohessy & Colleen Chahal March 2007 "How nice to get your on-line mailing. Being out of town, we don’t get to Ilio’s as often as we’d like, but always enjoy our time spent here, eating (your always) delicious meals. I plan to forward this to all our friends in WNY!" E-Mail Quote from: Mary Spera August 2007 Quote from Hypnotist Jerry Valley "Is the Erie County fair the only fair you do now? I used to do a lot of fairs…The Erie County Fair is the friendliest, most well attended fair I’ve ever attended. It’s also my wife’s favorite. I love it in Buffalo, good restaurants, too. Jacobi’s and Ilio DiPaolo’s and the one with the big car… Salvatore’s. Those are the three I hit. Oh, and the fair food. Great sausage and pepper sandwiches… I love the people in Buffalo and Hamburg that come to the fair!" Quote from Buffalo News Gusto August 2007 “Playing Mind Games” Hypnotist Jerry Valley "Our family has visited the restaurant for years, NEVER have we ever experienced an unpleasant expierence there. The food is and has always been outstanding. As well as the service. We have used the banquet facilities several times and Dennis and his family did an outstanding job, Dennis went beyond his duty this past year to help us. Thanks for everything Dennis, especially for keeping your fathers wonderful restaurant a WNY tradition! Always look forward to our next visit! E-Mail Quote from: Bob November 2007 "My family and I were there for dinner with about 9 people on Saturday. We were in one of the back rooms and the young lady we had was so extremely nice and provided excellent service. You restaurant is by far the best in WNY. I have been to many restaurants but none of them can compete with the quality, value and service you guys provide. Keep up the great work and you seem like such a nice family. Thanks for a great experience and please relay that message to our waitress if possible Regards, Ryan Quinn" E-Mailed Quote from: Ryan Quinn January 2010 "Comments: I've been going to Ilio DiPaolo’s for over 40 years now and remember every meal I've had there. They have always been delicious, hearty and my favorite "warm cozy" meals! Favorite memories are Ilio’s hands, Dennis smiling at my 5 year old and being the only person that could leave her speechless, Mom and Dad taking us for Friday Fish Fry’s, the Caesar dressing left in the bottom of the bowl being sopped up by a piece of fresh Italian bread, gnocchi, calamari, Blue nun wine, surprises visits, my daughters favorite "mystery trips" and the sign at the door stating, "if you Loved us tell someone else, if you didn't...tell us". Gosh, I'm hungry now, better call for reservations this weekend! Even though I live 50 miles away I make the trip just to add another fond memory as much as possible!" E-Mailed Quote from: Linda Harrington January 2010 “ADD YOUR COMMENT HERE” NOTE: YOUR COMMENTS MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THIS PAGE   Ilio DiPaolo's - 3785 South Park Avenue, Blasdell, NY 14219 "A Family Restaurant with a Gourmet Touch!" 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