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Antoni's Italian Cafe

4.6 (130 reviews)
ModerateItalian, Pizza, Bars
Closed • 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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Bread pudding
Janice B.

The food was SOOOO good! 10/10! We got the stuffed mushroom appetizer. Food tastes fresh, atmosphere was cozy. Porter, our waiter, was fantastic. In fact all three wait staff were very cordial. Can't recommend this place enough!

Bread and Butter
Tommy V.

Antoni's delivers exactly what a good Italian restaurant should with quality food, proper portions, and strong attention to detail. The dining room is small and intimate. We were seated at a table for two and started with fresh bread and butter. I had an Old Fashioned and my wife ordered a glass of Pocketbook wine. Both were excellent. For an appetizer we ordered the stuffed mushrooms and they were outstanding. Easily one of the highlights of the meal. They were so good that the staff brought us additional bread to enjoy with the white cheese sauce, which was a great touch. For our entrées my wife had the shrimp and pesto lasagna. It was well prepared and flavorful. I ordered the special, ossobuco, and it was very good. Tender, rich, and cooked exactly the way it should be. What really stood out was the service. Both the chef and the manager stopped by our table to check on us and make sure everything was satisfactory. That level of attention does not go unnoticed. We were full by the end but still ordered tiramisu to go and were glad we did. Bottom line, small space, big flavors, and service that shows pride in the food. Antoni's earns a full five stars and we will absolutely be back.

Eggplant Parmesan
Keaton R.

The food and wine was as good as the hospitality and service. Which was excellent! Great atmosphere! Mom really enjoyed her birthday. Thank y'all!

Giovanni without mushrooms add sun-dried tomatoes
Laney L.

Great food with good service and live music. Cute little spot with multiple options for places to sit. Try this spot out!

Crepe Myrtle
Brandi B.

My husband and I enjoyed dinner here for our Friday date night. It has been many years since the last time we ate here, and the food was just as fresh and delicious as it was back then! We plan to return soon! We started off with the bruschetta appetizer, which had fresh tomatoes, just the right amount of garlic, and a topping of basil. Absolutely delicious! I also ordered the Crepe Myrtle, which was refreshing (highly recommend!), and my husband had a glass of Pinot Grigio and a Caesar salad. For our entrees, my husband enjoyed the Chicken Parmesan, which was a generous serving. I ordered the veal scaloppine with the mushroom Marsala sauce. I added on a side dish of capellini and I was offered extra sauce for it (so delicious!). It was served with sautéed vegetables, which were flavorful and cooked well. We finished up dinner with a Honeybee Prosecco and my husband requested a Paloma, which isn't on their drink menu, but our waiter was able to have it made (and it turned out great). Everything was delectable, the ambiance was on par for date night, and the staff was helpful and attentive. We plan to come back soon to try out more dishes and drinks.

Bolognese Pasta, fresh bread, and a Gin and Tonic

What an incredible little Italian joint! Great atmosphere, friendly staff, and the FOOD!! Oh the food!! So good! Reasonably priced too

Best Chicken Parmesan I've ever had.

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The food is excellent! Service amazing! The atmosphere is pleasant. Wish I had taken a picture of my food... presentation is perfect!

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Had the most amazing meal last night and can not wait to return. Amazing!!! Definitely get the stuffed mushrooms and hummus supreme.

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Always good! I love the Eggplant Parmesan! The servers and staff here are always so professional.

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Excellent service and excellent food. Very authentic Italian cuisine in the heart of Acadiana.

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I loved this place. The food was great, the server was excellent, and the atmosphere was on point. I'll definitely be going back.

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Great food and amazing service. We came in during the evening without a reservation but were seated promptly.

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