My wife and I made a reservation for a Saturday night and upon arrival were seated immediately. To…read morestart, we ordered a perfectly cooked octopus antipasti, followed by tortellini alla norcina, and for a secondi the vitello alla petroniana (we were debating between this pasta/secondi combination and the pasta bolognese/swordfish special - will have to come back to get these next time!). I don't typically eat veal, and this cutlet was perfectly balanced - rich, savory, crispy, with a pleasant (but not overwhelming) salty kick from the prosciutto and parmigiano reggiano. We also ordered the spicy broccolini, which I highly recommend for the garlic lovers out there. For dessert we had the dark cherry (amarena?) gelato, which was delicious and creamy, with the perfect amount of sweetness. We shared each dish, and it was certainly plenty of food for the two of us. Prices felt reasonable for the amount and quality of what we ordered (all of the above + 2 drinks from the bar totaled approx. $160 pre-tip). The restaurant space itself is relatively small but has enough space to move around comfortably, which made it cozy without ever getting too loud (it was a pretty full house when we went), with a balanced dim lighting. Additionally, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and the server patiently walked us through the menu and shared suggestions at our request. On a personal note I am especially appreciative of the staff, as I accidentally left without my hat, and the restaurant responded almost immediately to the message I sent through the restaurant website that same evening. Tl;dr - great menu, rich & hearty but balanced ingredients/recipes, and comfortable vibe. One really gets the impression that the husband/wife owners had a specific vision that they successfully brought into reality.

Had some nice food here the other week. This is a cute place in Woburn Center, and you do feel like…read moreyou've stepped into Italy. The atmosphere is cozy and intimate, so it's a great place for date night. The Fantastic: 1. Service -- our waiter was amazing, he took great care of us. We wanted for nothing! 2. Tortellini Alla Norcina -- this was delish. It was creamy, a little funky, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. 3. Cacio e Pepe -- also delish. 4. Mussels -- perfectly cooked, big and plump, and the bread to sop up the broth was also yummy. The plates are beautiful, but I think that plating and presentation takes priority over the food sometimes: 1. Bruschetta -- this was supposed to come with a balsamic drizzle, but it was served on a wooden plate and the drizzle was tiny and thin, so there wasn't really any balsamic. The dish could have used it to help cut through the cheese. 2. Bombolone -- dry, there was not a lot of custard in the pastry, and the surrounding sauces were more decorative than helpful. We did not enjoy the mixed drinks, they were all on the sour side and watery. So I would stick with wine or beer, the wine we had was excellent. Overall, we had a really nice time and would return.

The food was excellent, the service was both friendly and timely. We enjoyed the low key atmosphere…read moreand family friendly hospitality.

Amazing little place! We had a rare night out and thought to give Sam's Kitchen a try. Going on a…read moreWednesday, it wasn't too crowded but we were by no means the only ones. You know it's going to be good when it's busy mid-week. I had the short ribs and gnocchi, my husband has the ricotta gnocchi. Both were excellent. Mine was so good I honestly didn't want it to end. It paired nicely with the red sangria, too. We will absolutely be back - if their other dishes are as good as what we were treated to this time, I can't wait to try more!

We had a lovely time in this quaint place. Superb friendly personal service, delicious dishes, very…read moregood wine list priced right, mostly Italian as it should be. Kudos to Antonio who was sincerely interested in our to opinion of the food and wine, and hats off to Chef Giovanni!

We went here for a birthday and the service was great. The staff was very nice and they brought…read morecomplimentary bread to our table. We got meatballs and calamari for an appetizer and both were good, I preferred the meatballs. Then for my main I got the bolognese. I thought it was good but it did lack a bit of that acidic flavor. The pesto was very good and creamy but heavy. I also enjoyed the pink vodka sauce with the pappardelle. The scallops, halibut, and carbonara were just ok. The lobster and shrimp special was good as well as the soup (I didn't try these but heard this). Overall this place was good but it didn't blow me away. Based on the reviews I thought it'd be a bit better but I still enjoyed my dinner here!

Update to latest visit: What can I say about Sogno except…read moreeverytime I'm there I always enjoy my meal and experience there. I brought my BF here and he loved it so much as well so I said we'd have to go back for lunch sometime since he always works late and he was very excited about this idea and looking forward to trying other menu items. Service is always professional and attentive, restaurant always immaculate, bathrooms always clean, food and drinks always delicious, decor charming and classy, parking always plentiful and not a hassle which I always appreciate.

Sogno is a stylish and energetic addition to Woburn, and the food is generally excellent. The…read moredining room has a lively vibe, and the service is friendly and attentive. The Burrata is a very good dish with cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic oil, aged balsamic, and grilled ciabatta. Even knowing burrata is an expensive ingredient, the price feels high for what you get. One of my go‑to entrées is the Rigatoni alla Bolognese, which is consistently satisfying whether ordered traditional or oven baked with fresh ricotta. One thing regulars will notice is that Sogno tends to rotate many fan favorites off the menu. Servers openly acknowledge that guests ask for certain dishes to return, but they also explain that the chef and owner decide what stays and what goes. It can be frustrating when a great dish disappears without warning. Another thing worth mentioning: Sogno often features live music. If that is not your thing, make sure to request a table as far away from the performance area as possible because the sound carries and can make conversation difficult. Lastly, although the owner also owns the building, he has a habit of parking his four‑door Mercedes wherever he wants rather than in an actual parking spot. It comes across as pretentious and unnecessary. If I were to park where he does, I am sure I would be towed. Sogno has a lot going for it: strong food, a fun atmosphere, and a polished dining room, however; a few quirks are worth knowing before you go.

Food: I UberEats'd the Tagliatelle Bolognese and it was SO good!! The pasta was delicious, tasted…read moreso fresh, and the sauce was yum!! Service: It was fast. Ambiance: I would go/order again!

We discovered Ciao Amici one day on our quest to find an Italian restaurant that wasn't in the…read moreNorth End. We have two little picky eaters and needed convenience, access to parking, and spacious and friendly for toddlers. We thoroughly enjoy Ciao Amici and have been going pretty regularly for the last 2 years. Our usual are the meatballs and carbonara for the kids. For awhile, it was the only way I could get my youngest to eat any protein. It is tender and has the right amount of spices for my youngest to gobble up. The two of them always share the carbonara and slurp it right up. Lastly, my oldest has recently become obsessed with their sauteed mussels and I literally have to negotiate with her to let me eat one. I love the saffron garlic white wine sauce, it is very garlicy and goes so well with the warm bread that they give you. My husband and I have tried a lot of their pasta and seafood with risotto dishes. Recently he has also ventured into their main dishes and still enjoyed it. Overall, great flavors, pasta is al dente, and the perfect portion where you don't feel overly stuffed by the end of the meal. We've tried a few of the places in the North End, and I would say Ciao Amici definitely is on par if not better than some of the places in the North End, plus they have a small parking lot that we've always had access to. My personal favorites are the Spaghetti Shrimp Scampi and Haddock e Risotto. The servers are always attentive and considerate. The -1 star comes from the pace of service. We usually go on the early side and don't have trouble but the few times we've gone when it was a bit busier, we noticed that the food can take awhile to come out and although I am confident everyone is working hard, they may not always be staffed appropriately when t's busy. Lastly, we did order a salad once and it was definitely no frills, but that was exactly how it was stated on the menu. I would not go there for the salad.

Excellent food, amazing service. I felt like I was the only person in the restaurant…read more Small intimate restaurant

Moved to Florida last December Had to come back…read moreFantastic service fantastic food Worth while to go to Make reservations always busy Can't go wrong Drinks are great priced no skimping on alcohol Owner makes the drinks and served

I don't understand some of the hate in the reviews. Looking for a nice restaurant while we were in…read morethe area, we almost passed on Tre Monte because of the negativity. However, the bartender at another place said that it would be the place he would go, and I've learned that the recommendation of a bartender is worth more than any amount of reviews on Yelp. We showed up just at opening, sans reservations, on a Saturday evening (12/7). There was already a line at the door, which is a good sign about the food, but we wondered if we would be able to get a table. The fear was unfounded, as the hostess graciously showed us to a table and dropped menus. Our server, Christina, took our drink order, and was very apologetic that they didn't have onions for Bestie's gibson. No worries - olives work just as well. She came back with our cocktails, recited the specials, and we asked her to give us time to enjoy our drinks; we'd flag her down when we were ready to order. The menu is a great selection of Italian cuisine, balanced with a few standards. We took our time with our cocktails (the martinis were perfect, by the way) and Christina came right over when asked her about wines. She apologized for us not having a wine list, and returned immediately with one (some excellent bottles in their cellar, and a great selection by the glass). Bestie decided right away on the Shrimp Gran Manier [sic], egg-battered shrimp in an orange-flavored sauce, as an appetizer. I fell in love with the Melazana, breaded eggplant with marinara and cheese, covered in a creamy pesto sauce. For entrees, I picked a simple sauteed chicken, covered with prosciutto and cheese, while the rack of lamb caught her fancy. Christina came right over when we were ready to order, and congratulated us on our choices. We were able to watch the kitchen as they worked. Both of us, having a lot of experience in the industry, marveled at how well the staff worked together in the tiny space. It wasn't long before our appetizers arrived, and they were as delicious as they sounded on the menu. As soon as Christina cleared the empty plates away, she returned immediately with our entrees (which we saw were plated just as she headed to the kitchen area). Bestie's lamb was perfect. She had a choice of two sides, and she picked an herbed polenta and grilled vegetables. I accompanied my chicken with a gratin of potatoes, and sauteed spinach with garlic. We took our obligatory pictures and dug in. Needless to say, there was no conversation while we ate, with the food taking all of our attention. Bestie's lamb was cooked perfectly, with a generous portion, My chicken was flavorful, with the right balance between the sauce and the meat (I have a love/hate relationship with cheese - I like a lot of it, but not when it overpowers what's under it). To finish things off, we ordered coffee and cannolis, something light to balance the richness of the dinner. Both were delicious. When it came time to settle our check, Christina was right over. I am so glad that we listened to the bartender and not the reviews. Our experience here was the highlight of our weekend in this area.

We were regular takeout customers. The recent rudeness of the young lady taking our order…read morecompletely changed our opinion of this restaurant. We would overlook inconsistency in the food, but draw the line at outright discourtesy.

Very authentic Italian Restaurant. I would recommend you talk with the server if you don't know…read morewhat to order since they are very knowledgeable. The food was tasty, even after reheating at home. The restaurant felt very cozy, like mom and pop shop and the services are great. I felt so welcome as soon as I walk into the door. Perfect for an intimate date night or a cozy getup/celebration.

Stopped by on NYE for the first time; it was a win…read more The food was fresh, tasty, and the portions were huge. You can taste the authenticity, and love, that the chefs put into the dishes. If you like authentic Italian food, you should check it out.

I was the guest of honor here a few days ago for my 70th birthday celebration. My wife and I…read moreinvited approximately 55 guests, about 5 that had needs for gluten free foods. I really could not imagine a more attentive staff, as they were always greeting us with smiles. They never balked at any of our requests for special assistance with anything. The food was amazing as well as the experience. In the meantime, KT and I look forward to enjoying a lunch or dinner at Teresa's in the near future. My wife and I want to extend another huge thank you to Theresa's and their staff of Shelly, Kasey, Kylie, Jayana, Thiago and Brooke. Also, thank you to the amazing General Manager Jeff Dunn and his Assistant General Manager Alyssa Slavin. Sincerely, Happy Customers Paul & KT DiPanfilo

Went to Teresa's recently with my family and had a different experience. My family all got pasta…read moredishes that looked and were really good. I decided to go with the steak frites. Asked for my steak done medium and it looked like they just walked it through a warm room before they put it on the plate. There were also only about 6 little pieces of steak on the plate. As for the truffle fries, they were better off serving them in a bowl with a spoon with how soggy they were. Service was outstanding though! In all, I guess stick to the Italian.

This is a small, Italy-inspired boutique café, and we absolutely loved it. From the aesthetic to…read morethe food and menu, everything is thoughtfully inspired by Italy. When we visited, the owner herself was working solo, which made the experience even more special--she was incredibly welcoming and kind. The cappuccino was excellent, and the overall vibe was calm and relaxing. Such a lovely spot, and we'll definitely be back.

The food and service is fantastic, but the hours of operation leave something to be desired.read more