Valenti’s Restaurant

This is pretty much the best take out in Agawam. I know we have a limited pool here, but bear with me.
Let’s start off with the «bad»:
The place is small. The seating is not the utmost of comfort. The parking lot is miniscule, especially when asshats stop to pick up an order and block off 3 spots. It’s on a busy road and sometimes you’re going to have to wait to get in or out.
Yeah. That’s it. That’s the worst of it.
The «good»:
The food. It’s all been amazing. The specials are always solid. The regular menu is full of all the usual options and then some. The calzones are the size of footballs. Portions are generous, and the prices are very good.
My top recommendations so far are the calzones, the Eggplant Special Wrap, and the Mac and Cheese special when they have it. (Based on what I have had, keeping in mind I’m a vegetarian.)
They’re awesome at making substitutions, which shows the food is made fresh. When I call in for pickup my food has ALWAYS been ready when I get there. (And they tell me 15 minutes. I’m typically there in 10.)
The staff is friendly and helpful. They never seem to get annoyed or take it out on people. (Tho I am sure they do get annoyed. They’re just very good at not showing it.)
The brownies are a must. Rich and soft. I just can’t help myself.
Prices are usually under $ 10 per order.

For what you get this one isn’t bad. Got great grinder, wraps, salad & various choices & yes pizza & they do deliver. One weird thing has to be for me is the restroom location which you have to step out of the place & to the rear of the place. What’s up with that? But they also got beer/​wine options so if you need a sip you’re good.

Best meatballs EVER! Family owned, friendly service and delicious food! The pizza is a must try as well — thin crust, crunchy, do very well!’

Great food, reasonable prices and an excellent family. I would recommend any of their homemade soups never had one that wasn’t excellent. Their seafood from Wednesday on is in my opinion the best in town. Great friendly service. Highly recommend.

Love the small town atmosphere as we frequent this restaurant often. The food is great, especially for the price and the wait staff is very attentive. We love the fish marinara, chicken penne Gorgonzola, and their pizza is probably the best in town. You can drop in here anytime and see your neighbors.

The cheese pizza is O.K. — Pizza Guy is definitely better, but it’s not open on the weekends!

Valenti’s Restaurant is a small family owned business that drums up a heck of a business. It’s too bad they aren’t open on the weekends because more than once I’ve been craving a calzone or spaghetti and meatballs from here on a Saturday night. The restaurant itself is very small and has limited seating and parking. In front of the restaurant they do have some spaces, but I find it easier to park in the gravel lot located a few feet away.
I grew up just down the street from Valenti’s and have had the chance to sample a wide variety of fare from their menu. They have all the standard pizzas, grinders (or subs, hoagies, et al depending where you grew up) and a variety of classic italian pasta dishes. I haven’t had a bad pick from here, but the pizza crust is a bit thin and slightly crispy for my tastes.
If you’re looking for a starter, the home made soups are a highlight. They constantly change — from minestrone and pasta fagioli, you name it they’ve made it. I also like the deep fried cheese ravioli with marinara as I love cheese and deep frying it only makes it better.
For a meal, I really love their calzones. The classic three cheese version is jam packed with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese with a little bowl of marinara for dipping on the side. If I’m feeling something different, I get a BBQ Chicken calzone instead which, in addition to cheese, has red onion and BBQ sauced chicken. You’ll probably want to share with someone because it’s easy to get full off one!
My dad loves their baked lasagna, a special made on Tuesdays, and my mom usually opts for a slice of pepperoni or penne with chicken gorgonzola. I’ve sampled both of these dishes many times and they’ve always been solid choices.
If you’re in the mood for a grinder I recommend the meatball which comes with red sauce and provolone as well as the cheeseburger (get it with bacon!) and of course the italian cold cut with oil and vinegar dressing. Make sure you let them know if you want a cold grinder, especially when ordering any cold cut style options, because by default they are oven toasted.
During Lent, I would frequent Valenti’s with my grandma for their fish & chips dinner. You can only get it Wednesday through Friday to ensure the fish stays fresh and you get a good size piece of fish and basket of fries along with coleslaw for around ten bucks.
Valenti’s does have desserts, but they vary by day and are individually wrapped to take home with you. They have cookies and brownies most every day but they make a great italian anisette cookie so grab those if you see them! Drinks are a la carte from the cooler and you grab cans or bottles of soft drinks as you need them. They provide you with a plastic cup if you prefer not to drink out of the cans too.
If you’re in town and looking for an inexpensive lunch, you can get it all for between $ 10 — $ 15 (inclusive of tip and tax) and you won’t be disappointed about the portions or quality! A great choice and a crowd pleaser.