Food and service were incredible! I went for my birthday and the outdoor seating and the setting made it intimate and fun without the pressure not being able to hear those I was with. The presentation and environment were sublime! Definitely going back! read more

I went here with my family for my birthday. Everything was great! The food was excellent and was worth the price.

Excellent food. Go hungry so you can try several things. The timing of the service is spot on and very accommodating.

Delicious dinner and great service! The appetizer platter was full of lovely complementary snacks. Frito misto fried perfectly, arranging, gorgenzola and pear brucetta. I had a branzino perfectly cooked and my table mates had pasta and saltemboca all lovely. We will be back! read more

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Had a large family birthday dinner at this amazing new restaurant. When I walked in I was greeted immediately by the hostess. She made eye contact with me and spoke genuinely. The interior was nicely done, it felt very European. The aroma that filled the restaurant made my mouth water. It smelled fantastic. We ordered several appetizers. Polpette Della Casa, these meatballs were honestly better than my grandmother's recipe. Arancini Fritti, I have never had stuffed fried risotto like this, it was so delicious. Our next app was Bresaoloa E Burrata and the burrata just melted in your mouth. Last but not least was the Bruschetta. It too was amazing. We had baskets of freshly baked bread with a rich EVOO. I loved that everything is made in house. Their pasta is to die for. Their menu is quite extensive, they have something for everyone including Gluten Free. I am very impressed. Our large party of 10 ordered a variety of different entrees. We were beyond pleased with our selections. Our family tried a bit of everything. The presentation was beautiful but most importantly was how delicious it all was. I must commend our server and the staff. Our glasses were kept full, plates were constantly being taken away. The staff seemed to anticipate our needs and were so pleasant. I typically take pictures of all the appetizers and entrees but the smells were intoxicating and before you know it we had eaten most of the food. I didn't want to post photos of half eaten plates. Another major plus was that the owner came over on more than one occasion to check on our table. I give them a 10 out of 10 in every category. Atmosphere Service Food . This is now on my list of TOP restaurants. I recommend stopping in to give it a try, make a reservation because they do get busy. read more

Acqua Ragazza - Dinner salad with added shrimp. - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

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Steak not good, very very chewy and it also had a lot of tendons in the stake just not pleasant.

Made reservations for a Friday night. It did take some time to be greeted by hostess but not a big deal, considering how busy they were. Started with the pear and Gorgonzola crostini. I had the tortellini bolognese and my husband had the pappardelle. We did take cheesecake to go. Everything was amazing. The pasta was so good I could not stop eating it. Which says a lot because I usually need a to go box. Nicely decorated and dimly lit. I would highly recommend. read more

We accidentally make a reservation on their "Phantom or the Opera" night, which made our dining experience entertaining in addition to tasty. We were greeted and given masks, and then seated immediately. Luckily we were near the piano, but not too close. Very talented piano player. Our server was very nice and knew the menu like she wrote it. No kidding, sounded like she had tried everything they served. This of course made selection of our main dishes easier. It was hard to tell what the ambiance would be like on a regular night because the place was decked out with a Phantom theme. Overall, nice layout, and even for the amount of commotion that night, the noise level was amazingly low. The food itself was just OK from my perspective. There were 4 of us, and 2 in our party really liked their selections. I tasted one of their pasta dishes and it was very nice. I had Salmon, which was nothing special. I think they should take it off the menu or make it Italian in some way. I could have had that same dish in a diner, it was just steamed with capers. I also had a side of pasta which was very ordinary. For some reason someone else in our party decided to have steak in an Italian restaurant, no Italian seasonings or pasta with it. They made one heck of a great Old Fashioned. If I'm in town again I'll give them another try and specifically have the whole meal Italian. Given the extra special night, that didn't upset their excellent service at all, it's hard to imagine these folks not having better Italian than I directly experienced. read more

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Just amazing! Went last night for our 8th time, and it never disappoints! The food is just the best I have had since moving down here. The staff is amazing. I went for my birthday a few months ago, and they gave me a card! It was so adorable! Pasta is so fresh & the red snapper special was amazing! (For Caroline & the manager we talked to) it was so busy last night & yall really killed it! 10/10 1000% recommend! read more

Acqua Ragazza - Red snapper special - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

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Rounded up a 4.5! We had a great experience honestly. The only deduction was based on how hot it was in there - three of us were sweating out of our 4 party. Drinks were refilled regularly which is always fabulous. The appetizer was great (burrata), we all really enjoyed our main meals - they all also look spectacular. The desserts were all on point. Service was solid - they are still working through a few things and were honest with that which is welcome. The space is pretty and elevated for Mooresville which is very welcome. Also, love the black matte utensils. Gorgeous touch! read more

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Top notch Italian in the area-pricey? Absolutely but I have no problem paying when they execute at the level they do-fantastic apps, main courses, and dessert. Some of the most friendly staff from their GM to the bartender-will definitely be back....for that LASAGNA!! read more

I'm in town visiting my Aunt and she took my family to this restaurant. She had been before but it was our first time. We had a reservation and we were seated right away. The hostess was nice and accommodating when we asked for a different table. Our server was nice but I think she was a little weeded with too many tables, so the service was a little slow. The owner, Tara, stepped in and stopped by a few times to help her out. I asked about what I could have since I am vegan. She and the chef put together a whole off menu pasta dish for me. Campanelle was the only pasta they have without egg (besides unprepared orzo). And I asked if they could do a sort of piccata sauce without butter. So they made me a lemon white wine garlic sauce with capers! It was soo good. And I got some broccoli rabe on the side (normally sauteed with just oil and garlic). All my family really enjoyed their meals, eggplant Parmesan, lasagna and parpadelle bolognese. They have a scratch kitchen and welcome special request and off menu dishes if they can do it. The owner was really sweet and welcoming and it was cool to learn a little about her story. I wish her luck in this endeavor and if I am ever back in town I would love to come back! read more

Acqua Ragazza - Specially requested vegan pasta - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

Some colleagues and I were in town for work and one of them had a reservation at this place. I followed GPS from our hotel and parked in a lot across the street. For a place like Mooresville, I was very impressed with the atmosphere and food. I think I told my colleagues this is a "big city" Italian restaurant. I enjoyed my soup and pasta (both the taste and the portions), and we were too stuffed to order dessert. One of my colleagues got one of the cocktail specials and seemed to enjoy it. Definitely a place I would return to if in the area again. read more

Located in downtown Mooresville, Acqua Ragazza offers authentic Italian cuisine, made from scratch with a story behind in every detail and a very Italian environment. We began this adventure with the Octopus Carpaccio. You know I'm a seafood lover and with its acid vinaigrette and caper berries, this plate gives you another perspective on the octopus. I had a long time looking for meat carpaccio and this Italian seasoned thin slices of dry cured filet and fresh burrata here worth the wait. It was my favorite of the night. Thank you chef for bringing this fresh addition to our town. Perfect to share, we tried the Crostini di Pere e Gorgonzola. OMG!, the sweetness of the truffle honey mixed with the Gorgonzola cheese and the pear will give you a culinary orgasm. They also have the Antipasti Platter half size or the full tray. Perfect to pair this food I recommend the exclusive Italian Gaja Barbaresco 2021 A pretty red, elegant and expressive, offering strawberry, cherry, rose and mineral flavors. We moved to the main course and started with the chef special, Stuffed Pork Chops with nuts and a wine demiglazed. Then we continued with the Filetto Di Manzo. This beef tenderloin, cut in house, perfectly cooked, was so tender. Topped with porcini truffles, vegetables and potato slices, couldn't believe it was that perfect. Last but not least Branzino fish butterflied, topped with kalamata olives, red onions, and crumbled Gorgonzola in a light citrus sauce. Hey! I am not going to lie, I just love seafood. You know I had to try to the desserts, Limoncello and Tiramisu. Cheers cravers!!! read more

Acqua Ragazza - Gaja barbaresco italian wine - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

Pros: Food was delicious Seated fast Generous pours from the bartender Fast service Variety of options on the menu Large bar Attentive staff was always bring more silverware, refilling waters and ready to recommend adult beverages. Cons: Small waiting lobby (but make a reservation and wait at the bar if you must) We made reservations for 6:45PM through Google. The hostesses were ready for our arrival and we were slightly early. The ambiance was great for a date night with dim lights chandeliers and sexy atmosphere. The menu had Gluten Free options which I appreciated. Our waitress overheard that we were celebrating our friend's anniversary and it felt like seconds before she returned with an anniversary card that was hand signed by many staff members. These little touches mean so much! The special that evening was a braised beef something. It was melt in your mouth delicious and the portion size was great. I don't recommend the Tiramisu because of the portion was small and it was grocery store quality. However the cheesecake was great. read more

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I grew up in Mooresville and recently moved back, so we have been trying out all of the new restaurants here. Most restaurants have pleasantly surprised us--but unfortunately, Acqua Ragazza was a disappointment. We made a reservation for six several weeks ago, expecting a nice dining experience, but what we got was beyond frustrating. When we arrived, we were squeezed into a tiny corner of the restaurant at a table barely big enough for four adults, let alone six. The area was so dimly lit that we could hardly even read the menus. I ordered the special, which was supposed to be mahi mahi with risotto and vegetables--except when it arrived, there was no risotto and just a small portion of vegetables. To make matters worse, a different waitress (not even our server) brought it out and casually mentioned that it was snapper, not mahi mahi. No explanation, no apology, just a completely different fish than what I ordered. Overall, the experience felt disorganized and careless. I had high hopes, but between the poor seating arrangement, lack of attention to detail, and mix-ups with the food, I won't be coming back. In response to the owners comment First of all, let me be very clear--I never complained about the auto-gratuity, nor did I leave multiple negative reviews on different platforms. Your accusation is completely false and frankly offensive. My issue was with the poor dining experience, which included being crammed into an inadequate space, struggling to read menus due to poor lighting, and receiving a dish that was not what I ordered. Instead of taking accountability for these issues, you're deflecting and attempting to discredit me. Regarding the food, your explanation about the server "misspeaking" is irrelevant. When a dish is presented as something different than what was ordered, it creates confusion and distrust. That's not just a simple mistake--it's a failure in communication and service. As for the table, if you truly believe a 60-inch table comfortably fits six adults (3 being large men), I encourage you to test that yourself. You also failed to mention that one side of the table was flush with the wall not allowing additional seating on the end. And while you claim to provide table lamps, we certainly didn't have enough lighting to even read our menus properly. If we had been given a properly sized table in a well-lit area from the start, there wouldn't have been an issue to "fix" later. The fact that you're blaming me for not complaining sooner just proves how dismissive you are of customer concerns. Since you brought up the auto-gratuity, let's talk about North Carolina law. Restaurants must clearly disclose mandatory service charges before the order is placed--either on the menu or a visible sign. If this information wasn't made clear to us before dining, that's a problem. Additionally, in some cases, automatic gratuities are considered restaurant revenue, not tips, which raises questions about how they're distributed to staff. Instead of trying to shame me for leaving an honest review, you should focus on improving your customer experience and treating feedback with respect. Your response here only reinforces my decision not to return. read more

The food is terrific can't say much more about this hidden gem. The owner is super nice if you ask what to try I have been there quite a few times it won't disappoint you. Beautiful surroundings very elegant vibes. Just a terrific hidden gem. read more

Had a very nice meal here at the close of 2023 as part of my wife's work holiday dinner. I didn't have to pay for anything but this review would still be 5 stars even if I had been the one coming from the hip for the dinner! The best part of experiencing the way I did was this team loves to share food so I tasted a lot of apps and entrees. Arancini, Breasola E Burrata, Filet, Orecchiette, charcuterie and more all hit my palate and were tasty as were the cocktails and wine. Service was professional as well. Looking forward to another meal here. read more

Having recently returned from Italy, we were curious to explore the menu at Acqua Ragazza. Our waitress was helpful with drink and dinner choices, and our food came out hot and fast. It's hard to compete with authentic Italian cooking, so based on that high bar, I'd say our food was fair. I'd like to go again for date night or a special occasion to sample their other offerings. One caveat, in the open concept dining area, it got crowded and loud by the time we left. read more

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To begin with, it is an elegant place, you can notice it by its elegant lamps, fine and cozy at the same time, it also has a huge patio to enjoy a delicious dessert or simply to enjoy the outdoors. To share we started with that charcuterie (Tagliere Di Salumi E Formagg) which was first class, followed by some (Bresaola E Burrata), and my favorite (Crostini Di Pere E Gorgonzola Pear and gorgonzola crostini with a honey truffle drizzle.) is an explosion of flavors that you can't stop eating. For the main course we ordered a delicious (Filetto Di Manzo Con Porcini E Profumo Di Tartufo) 8 oz beef tenderloin pan seared with creamy Italian porcini mushroom sauce, topped with shaved truffle and truffle oil. fresh vegetables and sliced ​​potatoes on the side, which was spectacular, super tender, it looked like butter because it was so soft. and the chef's special is this delicious Stuffed pork chops with nuts and wine demiglazed. and to end the night, trying this delicious and creamy tiramisu made by the house, I recommend it and so we end the night thanks for the excellent attention directly from the owner of the restaurant. I can say that this restaurant met all my expectations and yes, you can go to an Italian restaurant not only to taste pasta. You also have other options. read more

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Incredible food, service and ambiance - if you ask for "Victoria", you'll get excellent service and Jordan at the bar , you'll get the best exotic drinks! Amazing spot read more

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From the moment we were seated (and we had a reservation) we were treated very well. Our server, Karina was extremely attentive with just the right amount of return check ins. We appreciated her conversation. The owner also checked in our satisfaction and we let her know how much we enjoyed the meal. The ambiance is comfortable and not too loud. The tables are well spaced out and the chairs comfy. We love Italian food. And everything we sampled was wonderful. The appetizer was rolled pieces of risotto with a lovely sauce. The sauce was flavorful and full of tomatoes. Just right! Our dinners were just beautiful. The baked eggplant was cheesy and layered with nice pieces of eggplant in a nice serving dish. The veal bolognese tortellini was so flavorful and full of veal and beef. Each bite was better and better. And the pasta dish with Italian sausage and broccoli was delicious. I usually don't finish my meal but I could not stop eating this dish. The flavors all complimented each other. We all shared our dinners and could not stop raving about the dishes. For desert we had the lemonchello cake and this is one of my all time fav cakes. I dream of this cake! OMG! This cake was soaked in lemonchello and the frosting was a nice layer of cream cheese with just the right amount of lemon zest. The presentation on every dish was appealing and beautiful. I can't wait to return and try another dish. The chef definitely understands how to prepare Italian dishes. read more

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Excellent Italian food and service. The fixed price three course menu on Wednesday and Thursday are particularly good. We highly recommend! read more

This place is fantastic. The food and drinks are great and we've never had the slightest issue in the 6-7 times we've been there. So happy they're in Mooresville. read more

I frequently dine at Acqua Ragazza, and I was in attendance on the night Amber was present. The auto gratuity like many restaurants in the Mooresville Charlotte area for large parties is standard. It is unfortunate to see how others can act in someone's establishment for a standard charge. The restaurant has consistently provided excellent customer service, and dinner service each time myself and my friends have had dinner service here. read more

Listen- walking into this place was like a warm hug. The servers were so attentive, even the ones that weren't waiting on us. The food was so dang good. Bruschetta was 5 stars. The different colored tomatoes were delicious. The meatballs with the sauce and the toasty piece of bread- yes please. Also the bresaola and burrata. We had a large party so we were able to try different things. We tried several entrees including tortellini, gnocchi and the veal. Even with the appetizers we hardly had any left to take home, it was that good. The owner is so warm and welcoming and the space sleek and elegant with the perfect pitch of background music. I recommend a reservation for a bigger party but this is a perfect date night spot or girls dinner. Will be returning- so much more to try. read more

Been wanting to come here since it opened and it did not disappoint. The decor and ambiance was modern and well lit. The mood is just welcoming and lively. From the appetizers to the pasta dishes and the desserts were all wonderful. The stand outs were definitely the bolognese and the limoncello cake was a must get. The truffle cream pasta was delicious as well. The servers and manager were both very nice and accommodating. I would definitely come again and recommend to all my friends. read more

Food was good and service was outstanding, only issue was the drink cocktails were not very good, it could be due to a new bartender but do not know. read more

What a wonderful meal. Our waitress Jessica was very attentive and did a great job. Oh, and do yourself a favor and get the pork chop. Everything was great, the stuffed chop was da bomb! read more

Acqua Ragazza - Cavatelli pasta with shrimp - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

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Excellent food in a beautiful location. Carrina, our server, made our visit special. Highly recommend the food. All four of our party enjoyed our menu choices. Good parking close by. Excellent location we highly recommend. read more

Acqua Ragazza - The lovely Carrina, our server, - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

OH MY. Everything is super good. I had Veal Napoletana. Portions are outrageous. Tender top round thinly sliced and lightly breaded veal, topped with prosciutto, tomato, and provolone cheese with San Marzano sauce. It was amazing. Great wine list exceptional deserts. Owner stopped by many times to check on us. Nothing like this in Lake Norman area. I highly recommend it. And I'm a tough critic. read more

Acqua Ragazza - Veal Napoletana Topped with prosciutto and provolone. YUMMY - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

Can't wait to go back and try more items on the menu! Service was spot in and very helpful It will be great when outside is open to the park, but it is very nice inside! read more

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We enjoyed our first visit and will be back in the future to compare. The Service aka Things That Are Awesome: -The attentive service. Our server was around frequently and always checking in on us. She offered to answer questions a couple of times (so many times servers don't ask at all or just ask once). She was truly professional. -The owner. The owner stopped by with our appetizer and to introduce herself. Loved this little touch to pieces. -The backserver who brought our other dishes was just as professional as our assigned server and the owner. Impressive. -The hostesses. Friendly, personable and welcoming as we walked in. -When we were leaving I saw a gorgeous woman at the hostess stand and my friend said she believed that was the second owner. Doubly impressive that the owners are onsite and visible. The Food: - I always read the menus beforehand. I had to go to Yelp to find the menu and I've uploaded the current ones to share with you all. (Forgot to snap the drinks menu sorry, but there were some good suggestions on it). -I feel badly but I struggled a little bit with the menu. I can't eat cheese so my options were limited here. I think I came down to only being able to choose between the pappardelle, salmon or cod. -I asked my server if I could order the papardelle and add a protein like shrimp or chicken and she said no, the flavor components were set and no additions were allowed. I was a little disappointed to hear this bc my options were so limited and just pasta sounded a little bland. -Two of us went with the salmon and it was "fine". Two small potatoes, a couple veggies, an ok piece of salmon. I wouldn't order it again. -Someone else got the pappardelle and homemade pasta sounded so delicious but the dish was dull. And the weirdly crunchy mushrooms were unexpected in a not good way... a piece of homemade bread or garlic bread would have helped with that dish. -My husband got the bucatini and we all declared it the nights winner, and everyone said it was worthy of a reorder. -Meatball appetizers - 5 yummy meatballs hand delivered by the owner. Delicious. -Arancini - I couldn't try these bc of the cheese but the other three thought they were yummy. -Cheesecake - I couldn't try this bc of the cheese but my husband inhaled it :) The Ambiance: -The restaurant is very nice. Some booths, some tables, some high tops and some bar seating. We all said we'd love to see a happy hour at the bar, we all really liked the vibe and plan to return. Outside area in the back looked like it could maybe have outdoor seating one day too! -The prices are high. For that reason I expected people dressing a little nicer and treating it a little more like a... treat. There was actually mostly shorts and casual clothes and a lady comfortable enough to put her feet on a chair while eating. Kids too. I'm not making judgements on either comment, just establishing expectations for when you walk in. Casual is acceptable. (PS. Not all Italian restaurants are ok with kids so you're welcome for the inside info :) ) My opinions: -I'd love to see an option for bread or garlic bread alongside the pasta or even as an appetizer. It just feels like it belongs at an Italian place. -I try to eat relatively healthy and would love the ability to add a protein for an upcharge to the salads and pastas. I saw things I wanted to try but they weren't going to be filling enough without any protein. -We'd have loved some more apps with an eye to sharing. Especially if we come back to sit at the bar for snacks and drinks. We're surely coming back and we're glad you're here! read more

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Had brunch with some girlfriends and we had the best time. We started with a bucket of bubbles Mimosas for the table and a delicious fruit plate of mango, strawberries, blueberries and melon. For an entree I got the polenta con gamberetti e salsiccia..... shrimp and grits. Delicious and the shrimp were huge! I also enjoyed the prohibition of pineapple cocktail and italian cheesecake. read more

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It's hard to even decide where to start. If I could give this place a -100, I would. It should close its doors for good, I can't understand why anyone would ever want to eat here. Let's start with the bread. It was cold, hard and tasted old, absolutely disgusting. My wife and I ordered the calamari for an appetizer, that seems like a safe choice right? Wrong! It was the worst excuse for that dish I could have ever imagined. It was like rubber dipped into seasonless/saltless flour and fried until halfway done. I ordered the special which was stuffed fish and my wife ordered a vegetable fettuccine dish, omg, terrible. These chefs have never touched a shaker of salt or seasoning in their careers. My wife sent hers back and ordered something else, which was again an epic fail. After a $200 bill we left still hungry. We literally stopped at the Olive Garden on the way home and felt like we were eating the best Italian food of our lives after that horrible experience. DO NOT EAT AT THIS TERRIBLE PLACE!!!! read more

We had an amazing experience, outstanding food and the BEST young lady serving us named Maddie! She made the meal phenomenal, great suggestions from start to finish. We will definitely return. Mooresville has a jewel in this place! Lasagna was awesome & chicken saltimbocca too read more

Acqua Ragazza - chicken saltimbocca - Italian Near Me - Mooresville, North Carolina

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in on what I assume was the first of all possible nights and things went about as expected, really really good but a couple of opening night oopsies that kinda make it not quite but still close so because of good hostessing and rounding we're still at five... came in on time and got seated promptly and we actually knew the folks sitting next to us so we merged our dining and caught up while chatting up. lots of options for starters and lighter fare and traditional foods and pizzas and fancies. getting our server's attention was a task at times due to the large table next door but we managed to get drink orders and a salad request in (never did get my water though.) Ragazza Fresca seemed appropriate for starters - light and refreshing and kind purple with just enough ginger to make itself known - and it played well with the house salad; an upscale spring mix plus two flavors of cherry tomatoes and beet boxes (cubes actually) with a sprig of rosemary on top. mains were cannelloni and veal scaloppine with roasted veggies and taters. seminola flour pastas filled with a blend of ricotta, crab, and lobster under a well mannered vodka sauce were quite good, pasta firm but not annoying, sauce was brightly tomatish with a clean finish. the veal was plated nicely with a rich marsala that kept its place and didn't try to overrun the sides (maybe it's just me but I like to have a sop for gravy) veal was thin and tender and vealy, but not too vealy and held its own against a glass of chianti. BTW: generally not a big fan of mushrooms but there's a time and a place... so yeah, that happened. was thinking about the limoncello cake for afters but went with the chocolate which was way less photographic despite being rich and thick and chocolate with a flower on top - maybe with more better lighting but that would have completely un-mooded the evening. read more

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We dined here in February and it was nice so we decided to go back. With costs rising we try to make the most of our infrequent dining out splurges. We made reservations for this past Saturday and had the WORST dining experience! My food was cold - both the appetizer and the main dish. The calamari was rubbery and tasted like rancid fish - I couldn't even attempt to eat it. Not only did it taste bad but they obviously used whatever calamari was left and since it wasn't enough to call it a complete they threw in some shrimp (also terrible) to make it look like a full portion of calamari. My veal was stone cold - the cheese on it was hard and rubbery. The place had maybe 3 other tables filled so it's not like it was busy. The bartender was our waitress - who was obviously new and overwhelmed. She forgot just about everything - including taking our order, bringing our drinks, asked for the bread basket 3 times. Finally got the bread after the appetizer and right before our main dish. The food was bland and the side of spaghetti was literally a fork full of spaghetti thrown on the side of the plate for $10 extra. Total bill was $150 for two drinks, two apps and two dinners. A bit much for crappy service & even worse food. We will NOT be going back. Disappointed that they have gone so downhill in a matter of months. read more

My husband and I joined another couple for dinner Tuesday. We were so excited that it was finally opened and couldn't wait to dine there! To say we were very disappointed is an understatement. Our reservation was for 5 pm and the other couple arrived 10 minutes early. The hostess was unwelcoming and told them their reservation was for 5 pm and staff was in a meeting and then directed them to a small table. Immediately, wait staff brought them water! Guess the meeting abruptly ended upon them being seated!! sar We arrived shortly thereafter and told the hostess we were joining friends (whom we immediately saw because they were seated up front) I asked the hostess to seat us at a larger table because the table certainly was not big enough for 4 adults to dine at (My guess would be less than 30" square) The hostess said she can't because people have reservations. I said we also have a reservation and this table was not going to be big enough for the 4 of us. She visibly got a little attitude and said she'd put the table next to it together with our table. (The table next to us was obviously not reserved as it had literature and something else on it) So what was the big deal that she couldn't simply accommodate us without the attitude?? Our waiter was very pleasant and did a great job. I ordered a Cosmo and it literally had 2 sips in the glass. The glass wasn't even half filled! I mentioned it to the waiter and he spoke with the bartender and came back and said that she said it was a 3 oz. pour and that was that! I told him I was very disappointed and he said he'd talk with his manager, which I appreciated. At this point I'm watching others' cocktails being served, all filled to the top! Our waiter asked if I wanted another cocktail, which I did not. Half way through our meal I was delivered another Cosmo and was told I didn't have to drink it, but they wanted to make it good. Although I appreciated that, why didn't that happen from the get go instead of being told "it was a 3 oz pour" (which clearly it was not) and leave a bad taste for new customers?? Next we ordered appetizers and asked to have marinara instead of fra diavolo with my calamari plate because I couldn't eat hot stuff. I was told "he doesn't do that" You're kidding?? I can understand the chef not wanting to make substitutions in the meal itself, but a small scoop of marinara in the bowl instead of fra diavolo?? Where is the effort in that? The appetizer was very good despite not being able to dip in the unwanted fra diavolo sauce. I ordered the veal marsala which was cold, the sauce was more of a flour gravy and there wasn't even a hint of marsala wine. The veal was chewy and the dish had very few mushrooms. My husband ordered a cod dish which was also cold and mushy in the center. The couple with us weren't all that impressed with their meals either, but I'll let them write their review! Three times waiters came to our table with plates or food that we did not order! The atmosphere in this restaurant is not inviting, cold IMO. Stark white tables, no table cloths! I have dined in many upscale Italian restaurants all over the country, NY, LA, Las Vegas to name a few, all of which were warm and inviting, enjoyable experiences. This was not! Glitzy lighting and salmon colored seating seems more like a disco atmosphere! When you are spending over $370 (with tip) for dinner you like it to be a great experience..... We will never dine here again. read more

This is what downtown Mooresville has been missing to elevate the area. In my opinion we needed something in between casual and fine dining, with a trendy atmosphere, that seemed to welcome a more young progressional type of crowd. This seemed to hit the nail on the head for us! The place was decorated beautifully with such thought. You can tell a lot of time went into planning the tiny details (like the matte black silverware, cast iron plating, gold trims, and sophisticated color pallet). We tried to order a bit of everything just to try it all! Starting with a meat and cheese board, meatballs, and fresh bread. I would recommend if you order the meat and cheese board, order bread with it. We had a hard time finishing because we were a little confused on how to eat it, especially the soft cheeses. It's just not your typical charcuterie setup -- still very much delicious though, and high quality! The meatballs... chefs kiss* DELICIOUS. The portions felt bigger than small plate but not overwhelming that dinner was a waste. There was enough to share which I felt is also a plus! The lasagna was fresh and hardy, great portions and served hot with bubbly cheese (I may be drooling typing this). The noodles were fresh, the sauces were creamy and not overpowering, the ingredients were of the highest quality and you could tell. Everyone loved their pasta dishes. The pizzas were great size, especially for the price. Bigger than personal, so perfect to split. The dessert menu had great options! But tiramisu is always my go to. Didn't disappoint! The fresh cream it's plated with really tops everything off. We can't wait to go back and try their full menu. Total our side of the bill was $204 --plus a $45 tip. (Multiple bar drinks, wine, sparkling waters, meat & cheese, meatballs, lasagna, creamy pasta with ham, margarita pizza, chocolate cake, tiramisu and a cheesecake Togo) Also the staff... Wow. They were so attentive. The owner stopped by to introduce herself and checked on each table individually, which I personally feel like is ALWAYS a great first impression. We never felt rushed, even though I think we stayed a little late -- the bar is also FANTASTIC! I don't think my glass was ever empty (which I'm a huge fan of). The staff was knowledgeable and welcoming and various crew members from the night stopped by to thank us for coming to dinner. We felt so appreciated and at the end of the night we felt great about spending our money there. We can't wait to spend more and we can't wait to try the full menu! read more

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