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    Acqua Bistecca

    4.0 (83 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 1 week ago

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    Saffron Branzino
    Ronica B.

    Food is soooo average 6/10. Service 7/10 because they were very nice but horribly slow. Aesthetically pleasing for sure. Overall, this place is nice for drinks at the bar and pictures, but the food is not great.

    Leslie S.

    Wow! First of all, the ambiance is out of this world. Secondly, given that this is a new restaurant, I would definitely recommend trying the sampler option on the menu. You get scrumptious shareable plates and it's totally worth it. The food was so packed with flavor! I would definitely recommend!

    Maria-Elena T.

    Met up with a friend here for dinner. We picked up a drink at the beautiful bar first. Started with the focaccia with 3 spreads: cannellini beans, the arugula, and pistachio pesto. Bread was toasted and delicious although a little greasy (in a good way). I loved all three spreads. Then i got the homemade Arancini and he got the steak tartare. Both were good but I still prefer the ones in Sicily :) Next course I had the Pappardelle and he had a different pasta. Both were good and very winter/northern Italian type pasta dishes. Heavy but lots of flavor. We both ordered the Bronzino which was my favorite course. Wow- so good!! We split the Lemon dessert which was delicious, lite, and refreshing. It could have used some lemon sorbet added. The bathrooms are very exquisitely decorated. You should definitely make a trip there while you're there. Sadly, the trashcan was nearly overflowing, and they needed a little bit of attention. Also, it was annoying that there wasn't a hook for my purse in the bathroom.

    Jasmine G.

    My husband & I came here for a double date dinner with our friends. Perfect moody and romantic vibes for dates! I requested a table with booth / banquette seating, and we were seated in a nice spot in front of the bar. We opted for the tasting menu to keep things simple - they brought out each dish with the portions tailored to your party size. I thought that some of the portions were so small for 4 people to share, such as only giving us 1 tiny piece of squash parmesan and 2 arancini balls to cut up and spread between us. But giving us slightly more for the less expensive things like the salad and potatoes, so that was a little off-putting for how much we ended up paying in the end. We still liked most of the dishes, but for $600-$700, you're probably better off ordering à la carte, so you can enjoy full portions of your favorite dishes. We just didn't feel like making choices that night LOL. We also enjoyed several rounds of cocktails and wine. Overall, it was still a delicious meal in a nice setting but we've had better & more for the price.

    The bar
    Cynthia J.

    Wow! This place owes me nothing. This review is for the bar! From classic to current good drinks and bartenders who can actually make spectacular curiation. Try the "Last call and naked famous", add La gritona tequilla and thank me later! They have the best ceasar salad in town and Service was Grade A. Ambiance was 10/10. There's a HH with $10 top shelf drinks

    Focaccia with pesto, olive tapenade, and whipped feta
    Caroline R.

    Really great experience, from the incredible service to the glamorous aesthetic, and every bit of food was incredible! We started with the focaccia, and Caesar salad (this was a top tier Caesar), and split two pastas between 2 people - the saffron pasta was the standout of the two. If you like chocolate do not pass on the Bombino. It's like chocolate mousse but better.

    Rena E.

    We arrived for our reservation and requested to be seated in the less populated area. The dining area closer to the bar was filled to capacity and was quite noisy, but the back was still relatively empty. The hostess agreed to seat us in the quieter area. After we were seated, our waiter took our drink orders, which consisted of mocktails and bottled water. For dinner, we ordered salmon, chicken, focaccia, potatoes, brussels sprouts, and mushrooms. For dessert, we ordered granita and il limone. As a complementary birthday dessert, they included some of the best rice pudding that I have ever had. Overall, the meal and service were outstanding. Each dish was flavorful. The desserts were good, though I would have preferred the granita without the added chopped pistachio and custard. I would definitely return and highly recommend this restaurant for an exceptional dining experience.

    Spaghetti
    Maryrose B.

    The ambiance is very nice with very warm music and inviting place. The bar is amazing and food is wonderful. Celebrated my birthday with some friends and had variety of pasta for dinner. Service is amazing, our waitstaff was excellent and knowledgeable. Would come back and try the steak next time.

    Affogato on the rocks
    Judy L.

    You must get the house made focaccia with house made ricotta! Pretty sure it's not good for your cholesterol but great for your tummy. So crispy, buttery, and the house mead ricotta- creamy and delicious! Every dish was mouthwatering! Our server Andre was outstanding! Modern ambiance; great with kids. Can't wait to come back!

    Chell H.

    What a great experience! We had various dishes from the $85 tasting menu (which is a pretty good deal). Most of our dishes were really good! The highlight of our experience was our waiter, Dwayne. He was the best!

    Focaccia bread and spreads
    Susy P.

    What a gem of Restaurant. We knew a new Italian restaurant opened but we were surprised to see it just recently open last Wednesday. You need a reservation. They were sold out and we got there at 5 PM so we sat at the bar, The bar was a wonderful Place to sit and talk to the bartenders. We ordered and service was impeccable! Heidi helped us and was a great resource of what is good! we ordered many things from the tuna tartare to the beet salad to the Delmonico steak and potatoes to the Papadelli w lamb and lobster and bean soup! Everything was flavorful, perfectly prepared and of amazing quality. The restaurant has a great vibe and is beautifully decorated. We definitely will return with friends. It's a must go to place.

    Espresso martini
    Tiyenne G.

    So glad my friend chose this place for dinner. Upon entering, the view of the bar took my breath away. It was spectacular! The vibe was intimate and grown. The food was amazing and the service was the same! I ordered Branzino with some sides. Not pictured was the Tuna Tartare and calamari. Both we devoured before we could take a photo I fully intend to return because I just want to try so much more on the menu. 10/10 recommend!

    Salad
    Nancy L.

    Beautiful place with great service! The drinks are as delicious as they are beautiful. The food was good but I did not feel like the tasting menu was worth the price. I did enjoy everything but I only had 2 bites of each item. My friends and I agreed that it would probably be better to order off the regular menu when we return.

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    Sfoglina Van Ness - bolognese

    Sfoglina Van Ness

    3.9(566 reviews)
    0.8 miVan Ness/Forest Hills
    $$$

    Dined tonight during Valentine's Day weekend. We've always enjoyed dining here and tonight's…read moredinner was no exception. They had a special prix-fixed menu for Valentine's Day priced at $98 per person. I thought this was a great deal considering how much food they serve you. My wife also got the wine pairing for $45- you get four glasses of wine, so it's a good deal. Natalia was our waitress and she was great. She was very friendly and service as usual was spot on. I opted for a la carte and got our usual Grilled Spiced Wild Calamari - still delicious and the Pappardelle. This is one of my favorite dishes here. Most of the pasta dishes here are really good, so you can't go wrong with any of those selections. For the special Valentine's Day menu, the Beef Tartare & Smoked Bone Marrow and the Roasted Lobster Fra Diavolo was definitely the highlight of the evening. The beef tartare was sitting on top of the bone marrow, and they served a really large piece of bone marrow! The Roasted Lobster Fra Diavolo needs to be on the regular menu- it was that good. The lobster tasted like it was cooked sous-vide because it was so light and tender. This dish also came with Key West Shrimp. The Squid Ink Tagliatelle pasta was al dente - just perfect. There is a parking garage underneath the building. They do provide parking validation.

    I have been visiting this location since it opened, and I appreciate its excellent atmosphere with…read morea classy vibe. However, I've noticed during each visit that the staff changes frequently, and we often see new faces. The servers and hosts are usually friendly, but it seems they either forget to check on us or are too busy to do so regularly. This has been a consistent issue during our visits. Although the restaurant is not overly busy, it is quite large and has multiple separate seating areas. It's possible that our server was preoccupied with other tables that we couldn't see. My daughter often feels frustrated during our visits since we don't allow her to use electronic devices like many other parents do. Despite this, she still enjoys the restaurant, the food, and the friendly staff. It's unfortunate that they don't serve warm bread and olive oil like many other Italian restaurants do. We love the seafood and all the pasta dishes, having tried them all. My favorite is Fabio's ravioli, while the grilled octopus, grilled calamari, and Branzino are also top choices. Overall, the food is good, but it is a bit pricey, and the service needs to improve. I don't mind paying higher prices, but I expect good service in return.

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    3.5(699 reviews)
    1.4 miFriendship Heights
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    We recently attended an event at Maggiano's Little Italy, and it was truly an outstanding…read moreexperience from start to finish. The ambiance was incredibly relaxing--warm, inviting, and perfect for enjoying a special gathering without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. What stood out most, though, was the staff. This was, without a doubt, the best service I have ever experienced. Every team member we encountered was beyond kind, considerate, and genuinely invested in making sure our event went perfectly. They were attentive without being intrusive, and they went out of their way to accommodate every need with a smile. The food was just as impressive. Served family-style, it created a shared, welcoming atmosphere where everyone could try a bit of everything--and every dish was absolutely delicious. It felt like a true Italian dining experience, where quality and generosity go hand in hand. Overall, Maggiano's Little Italy exceeded expectations in every way. I would highly recommend it for events or any occasion where great food and exceptional service truly matter.

    We sat in the bar and the bar tender was so lost. It's like he had no idea what to do. We had to…read moreflag him down multiple times The food is so gross. I remember I used to like the food. But the chicken parm was soggy. I feel like they do rigatoni to take up more space on the plate. Also $27 for chicken parm at lunch? Why do they not offer a lunch menu so you either aren't asleep at your desk and not paying that price for terrible food.

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