Came here last night for my birthday dinner and it was 10/10! From service to the food, everything…read morewas prompt and professional. We had Anina as our server and she was attentive and very friendly! The cocktails were delicious and the food was flavorful and tasty! The ambiance is very clean and bright, as it is located within the first floor of a hotel. The menu has gluten free options (pasta and pizza)! Highly recommend!

**** We visited…read moreBella Ciao at the Embassy Suites in Buffalo around 7:00 p.m. as a party of five, including two children with special needs. We were in town attending a large national conference for families affected by their condition, and many conference attendees were also staying at the hotel. When we arrived, the restaurant appeared to be about 80% empty. Our children mentioned to the waitress that they were hungry and tired, and the first response we received was, "Do you have a reservation?" She explained that they couldn't seat us because they were expecting a large party. Instead of being seated at a regular table, we were directed to the bar area, where the bartender kindly took care of us despite the fact that our group included two minors. We stayed for over an hour, and during that time, the large party never arrived. Meanwhile, we watched other guests without reservations get seated at tables without any apparent issue. The experience left us feeling singled out and, ultimately, discriminated against. Whether that was the intention or not, it reflected a disappointing lack of empathy and inclusion--especially considering that so many families with children with disabilities were staying at the hotel for the conference. I'm giving Bella Ciao three stars because the food was decent, the portions were generous, and the bartender provided good service. Unfortunately, the way we were treated upon arrival overshadowed what could have been an enjoyable dining experience.

Great authentic Italian food simply delicious. Why go to Italy when we have great Italian…read morerestaurant straight here in Western New York.

I recently visited this restaurant with 3 other family members and I can honestly say that the food…read morewas terrible. We ordered Broiled fish, Chicken Marsala, and the pasta trio. The meals were very bland. The bread they served look like a hot dog roll cold and no flavor. The service was mediocre. Honestly, I was very disappointed in this place. Will not be visiting this establishment again.

Been going there for many years Was there in Sept/2023 Food was awesome The owner John always a…read morefriendly and great guy. I live across from Buffalo in Fort Erie, Canada

Back dinning area was freezing. Chicken parm was a frozen deep fried chicken breast. House salad…read morewas wilted and they only have house dressing. Spaghetti was over cooked, sauce was close to burnt, the pasta fasioli was good. I won't be back.

What a place! Felix, Simon and everyone (I hope I got spelling right) are such wonderful people…read more They make you feel like home, an Italian home. Great pizzas, baked in an oven from Naples. Must visit place - for food but absolutely for people there. (If Adam is reading this, Pizza de Adamo was really really good )

First timer here! Decided to give Forno Napoli a try based on the overall high ratings, and it…read moreturned out to be a fantastic choice! From the outside, the restaurant was inviting, with a clean and nicely kept outdoor seating area. The inside was equally pleasing, with a full view of the pizzas being prepared! The greeting upon entering? It felt like a longtime customer coming back for another visit! Enthusiasm, laughter, and genuinely good energy right from the start. Love that! On the menu for this visit: Panzanella Salad, a half-pepperoni/half-sausage pizza, and Affogato. The Panzanella was beautiful in presentation and tasted just as good. Firm, fresh tomatoes, lettuce, cucumbers, red onions, crostini, and dressing that all complemented each other perfectly. Refreshing and delish! The Affogato...AffoMazing!! Such a simple combination: espresso and vanilla gelato/ice cream, but goodness!! Sometimes simple is all you need. Now, the : At first, I was getting ready to be unimpressed. But NOPE! I haven't been to Italy in a little while, but this pizza was freaking close, if not spot-on, when it comes to authenticity! Brick-oven baked with a light crust, chunky real tomato sauce (forgot to ask if it was home-made), just the right amount of cheese, and REAL pepperoni and sausage. And did I mention...very little grease?! The taste was light, fresh, and not overly filling, just right! Overall, Forno Napoli was a fantastic choice! Great atmosphere, warm service, fresh food, and pizza that brought back a little taste of Italy. Definitely worth a visit! Ciao

Wow. Go here for a night of laughs, care and great food!! The vibe is a cozy hug from Italy. We…read moresat at the bar and that was so fun. The bartender and host were kind and attentive. The red sauce is tasty. The fish was cooked perfectly with a great presentation.

Not a bad place! We came here to try it for the first time…read moreand ate outside to take in the nice weather. All staff we encountered was polite. Bread is not complimentary here and no salad served either with your pasta. I ordered the spicy Brooklyn style rigatoni with chicken. It was good and I have no complaints but it also didn't jump out to me in a way that made me say "I have to come back here and get this again!". The chicken was actually the best part of it with a nice grilled flavor to it. In a way, I was grateful to fill up on lean protein more than the pasta lol Friend had the penne with a house meatball and felt similar sentiments; that was fine and all, but nothing special they felt the need to come back for. Overall, not a bad experience. I would go back if someone was interested in going again and try something new is all :)

Loved it so much we had to plan a visit again while nearby…read more It always feels like a special event when visiting. The vibes are welcoming and upbeat. Excellent service with attention to cleanliness. Our server came through and wiped down the table for us between entrees. Much appreciated. We did the chef's menu this time which came with a ton of food for the price! We got two mozzarella sticks, two meatballs, a full size salad ( with delicious house made blue cheese) and focaccia. This is just the appetizer selection! For entrees, you get a choice of parm (we went with chicken again) a pasta (had to get the vodka pasta again, it's so delicious) , a side (we picked the chimichurri broccolini, and an order of spaghetti. You also get the choice of dessert to finish things off. We left so full with leftovers to take home and enjoy the next day. We brought a cooler to make sure everything made it home safely. Believe the hype, Rizzo's House of Parm is worth it. Make sure to book in advance to secure a reservation.

Just so much flavor in every dish. The bread is incredible, the mozzarella sticks are what all…read moremozzarella sticks should be, and the mains taste of home cooking in the best possible ways. Staff is polite, attentive, accommodating, and knowledgeable. The space feels a lot like one big living room with a bar in it. Very homey. After our first visit, we immediately booked two future reservations before we walked out. If I had the expendable funds, I would stop here weekly; monthly at the very least. The chicken parm has basically ruined the dish from anywhere else, and the tiramisu is an elevated experience. If you've been sleeping on this place for one reason or another, wake up! Colder temps are ahead and your body could use a nice warm plate of food. Trust me, you wont regret it.

05/16/2026 We went…read moreto Giancarlo's for a combined graduation celebration for my Son, his girlfriend, and both families. While we were waiting for everyone to arrive, I had a very nice "Old Fashioned". We started with two dozen oysters. We received a couple of bad ones and they were promptly replaced with four new ones. I had the NY Strip and asked for "medium rare". The steak arrived and was perfectly cooked and had a very nice char on it. The steak was very flavorful and juicy. Service was impeccable. The restaurant was laid out nicely and there was plenty of space for our large group. Overall, I would say Giancarlo's will be a must visit, for when I'm in Buffalo.

The ambience is beautiful, the bar is impressive, and the service was excellent. Unfortunately, the…read morefood experience is why I'm giving two stars. My wife and I arrived around 7:00 p.m., and I tried to order the rigatoni alla vodka, but I was told they had already run out of pasta--during dinner hours, which was surprising. I ordered a pizza instead, but it arrived cold and tasted stale. It's disappointing because the atmosphere and service were genuinely great, but the food fell far below expectations. Buffalo has amazing wings, but finding consistently good food and service beyond that continues to be frustrating.

We got seated at the bar since it was a busy evening. Very friendly service from everyone, clean…read moreand nice-looking atmosphere to sit, eat and enjoy. The Arancini was some of the most delicious we've ever tried! I got pasta e fagioli and it was warm and comforting, always a classic. My husband got the pasta arrabiatta which was also amazing. The pasta portions are quite large, so you can easily take home half of it for lunch the next day. Yummy cannolis as dessert. Great quality food and a nice little spot. The type of place where it feels like everyone knows each other in some way or another and are all just happy to be there. Will definitely be back!

Over the years whenever I ordered Italian stuffed banana peppers in other restaurants I compared…read morethe dish with the sumptuous peppers I had eaten at Amici's years ago. So when, after many years away, I had the opportunity to dine at Amici's, the peppers were the first thing I ordered. They did not disappoint; they were spicy and overflowing with three kinds of melted cheese on a base of warm olive oil and spices. Absolutely delicious eaten atop their warm Italian thick sliced bread. My entree was one of their specials, mussels over tagliatelle. The spicy sauce not only had a generous number of fresh mussels in their shells but it also included more shelled mussels. The serving of beautifully cooked tagliatelle was ample with a perfect amount of spicy sauce. The service was impeccable and the ambiance casual, just exactly the way I like it.

I shared a cheese and pepperoni small pizza with two friends. It was delicious. The pizza slices…read morewere heavy enough that my friends used knives and forks to eat the first bites of their slices. There was a very generous amount of pepperoni!

It is so sad how petty La Bella's has become...they only offer one size salad now, which is a small…read moresalad, but they charge the old large salad price. And, when you order a salad, they won't bring you complimentary bread as they had done in the past, requiring you to pay extra. Fortunately their Sicilian Pizza is still delicious, and because you often have to wait for a table if you go on a Friday or Saturday night, it is usually easier to just order a pizza for take out instead, especially since the dining room can often be very loud with larger groups of people seated at the tables (at least the tables aren't as close together as they used to be pre-pandemic).

We've gone here a few times over the last few months, our notes:…read more -The orechiette is the best thing I've tried on the menu -Next to the chicken Milanese - so so good -The meatballs were WAY too spicy for me? Idk if it was just a one day thing because I have never had experienced that before? But I like couldn't even finish more than a few bites it was crazy! -The vodka sauce is mid - I'm sorry - they should change this recipe cuz it's really not vodka sauce -esque and whenever we get it we're like dang prolly shouldn't have gotten that and it makes me sad cuz vodka sauce is my fav food

Well they just filled our drinks and then we danced and the drinks were removed from the bar. Hmmm…read more No tip and frankly had not even finished half my drink And then they did it again Not going back ever