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Babbo Italian Eatery

3.4 (227 reviews)
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Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Lauren T.

We've visited this spot twice--once for lunch and once for dinner--and found the lunch deals to be the better value. Their $15 salad and pizza combo is a great option for midday dining. For dinner, we were lucky to catch a half-priced bottle of wine night, which made the evening feel like an excellent deal. The standout dish for us is the crab and artichoke dip, which has a queso-like quality that's absolutely delicious. The pizza is fairly average, but the chopped salad is another highlight we'd recommend. Overall, it's a solid choice for a casual meal, especially if you time your visit with one of their specials.

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Shirley S.

Babbo Italian Eatery has potential. I've visited this location a handful of times. I wanted to love it, but it was just okay. The facility is nice and has a small amount of Italian touches. If you order ahead, you can expect the order to take 30 minutes (during dinner) and it'll be on time. When picking up, don't leave without checking that you have everything. My order was missing a fork. Have you ever tried eating spaghetti without utensils? Not fun. On my most recent visit, I ordered the Spaghetti and Meatballs, which is their Monday night special. The pasta was fine, but the marinara sauce doesn't hit the mark for me. There's nothing wrong with it. It's just alright and, IMHO, the sauce makes or breaks the dish. The meatballs seemed like the grocery store frozen food variety. It also came with a side of focaccia bread (with oil and balsamic vinegar). I suppose for the Monday night special price of $6.99 (plus tax and tip) it'll do in a pinch. If paying full price, I'd have to think twice.

Katie D.

Good food for the price and friendly server. Quick and simple. The only negative I can say is it didn't feel like the cleanest place and there was some small flies. We got the lasagna and pesto pasta. I will add they had a really good happy hour deal that would be worth come in for

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So I picked up the family lasagna special on Christmas Eve. I noted the instructions were Nonni's Italian eatery but bake at home -Amy's Lasagna. Once I took off the top the lasagna was not made in this pan. There was an inch to two inches around each side. I feel like I must have bought Amy's which everyone can purchase in any grocery store in the freezer,when I thought I was buying a homemade product and then the price was jacked up. Very disappointed in this restaurant.

Chicken Chipotle Pasta
Vanessa H.

We came here after a long day at Great Wolf Lodge on a Thursday night. We were sat at a booth. It's a nice restaurant -- the interior is lovely and the service was quick. They bring you complementary bread with olive oil and balsamic for dipping. I ordered the chipotle chicken, my boyfriend ordered the chicken Alfredo and my daughter had the bolognese. The Alfredo was devoured almost immediately. I enjoyed my dish - it was creamy and the heat from the spice developed over time. Excellent portions as well! I had plenty of leftovers. My daughter's bolognese was exceptional -- the sauce was delicious! I would have tried the lasagna but it takes 30 minutes in the oven. Overall pleasant experience. We will be back.

Delish salad.
sandy b.

Our roasted brussels sprouts with warm beets & goat cheese was really a delicious salad. Complimentary soft warm bread with a dip of olive oil & balsamic vinegar. No atmosphere to speak of. Service was weird, we got our order ok, but the hostess was loudly speaking to a customer from across the restaurant.

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Kat V.

We got the food delivered. I love the tomatoes and balsamic vinegar olive oil dipping with the bread. I could not stop enjoying them but I need room for my pasta. The pasta is tasty and the sausage is great. We will plan to dine in next time and enjoy more variety of food they offer.

Kids Mac & Cheese

We love Babbo's and come all the time as long-term customers! The staff is always so friendly, and the food comes out super quick. I love all their pastas, everything is delicious. The mac and cheese especially is one of my favorites!

Calzone from across the table, but trust me that it was as big as a 10yo's head
Brandy W.

First, I'll start by saying I think Italian food is always overpriced. I mean, pasta is CHEAP and it's not like this is authentic and handmade. It's dry pasta like everyone makes at home. So when pasta dishes are $15-$20 a pop, I know they have to keep the lights on, but like, that's expensive. My pasta primavera was good. I would eat it again. Not earth shattering, but sufficiently good. The calzone was impressive and tall. The kid meals were good portions. The free bread and oil was decent. I don't have any specific complaints other than cost and nothing totally blowing me out of the water taste wise. Fair though, it's overpriced Italian and still good, but yeah. Just not begging to go back, but this judgement stands for most Italian restaurants. Service was good.

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Great food and great service one of the best italian restaurants I have been to. It had a great view.

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This place was just meh. Nothing spectacular, probably can live without it. All in all , just subpar.

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We love Babbo food and the staff there is so friendly and accommodating! We recommend it to all our visiting friends!

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My favorite babbo location. The food is really good and a good option for a filling lunch.

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Ask the Community - Babbo Italian Eatery

Do they still have the Tuesday night spaghetti special?

Yes, our Spaghetti and Meatballs are available for $8.99 on both Monday and Tuesdays for either takeout, dine in or babbo delivery.

Do they still have the cheese wheel pasta?

No.

Do they make cauliflower pizza crust? California Pizza Kitchen just started to and it's really good. Hoping Babbo will start making them soon?

Yes Babbo makes cauliflower pizza crust!!! Any pizza has the crust option will see you soon. It's really good!!

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