New York old school Italian is right here on Main Street in Mt. Airy! We loved this family owned Italian place and the family that owns it. Angela was attentive and an exceptional host. The arancini, the sausage orecchiette soup (the bowl was HUGE!), and the pizza (we added meatballs and green olives) were absolutely delicious (insert chefs kiss here). Prices were very reasonable-go early and try the specials!! read more

Boo's Kitchen - Sausage orecchiette soup - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

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We stopped there to have lunch. When the Hostess realized we had a service dog with us we were not allowed to eat in the main area of the dining room. She wanted is to sit away from the other diners. Which would have been fine but the tables offered only sat two people. And didn't accommodate us anyway. Having a disability does not make you a second class citizen. Treating the disabled differently makes you a second class establishment. read more

During the "off" season, there are few places to eat around Main Street Mt Airy. We decided on Boo's Kitchen. The reviews were hit or miss on Yelp, but we really didn't want to drive somewhere. This was a short walk from our stay. We were sat down right away. The server took our drink orders and after a few minutes returned with our beverages and took our orders. I had the chicken Parmesan over spaghetti and she had the Penne Vodka. The wait was fairly short for our food. Both plates looked really good. The penne vodka pasta was very tasty. The chicken Parmesan was delicious and cooked just right. The spaghetti was simple tomato sauce, but went well with the chicken. Both plates had plenty of food. I decided to try the pistachio cheesecake. The waitress raved about it. She definitely didn't undersell this decadent and delicious dessert. Absolutely amazing! Overall we enjoyed our meal here and would probably return. read more

New York Italian restaurant in Mount Airy? We were so surprised how friendly the staff was at first, and then the food came out. It was delicious!!! The 4 of us ordered a little of everything: Rice balls, pierogies, Cheesestake sandwich, Natahan's hot dog, flatbread pizza, and a hot ham and cheese sandwich. All were exceptional and you could tell they were made with love and not just something whipped up for the masses. The prices are very reasonable. I'm definitely going back when I have room for a homemade Cannoli! read more

This was a great spot to grab some fried food and pizza! The fried zucchini was great! Definitely my favorite way to get in my veggies lol. The pizza was a classic cheese pizza and super yummy. They also offered many drink options including a full bar. I ordered a vodka with orange juice and the vodka option was Tito's. Excellent. read more

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Great service! A family rich atmosphere with a down home, country feel. The Cauliflower pizza was great. We ordered the '10 inch pie to share because we were walking. We also ordered the stuff cherry peppers and were pleasantly surprised! read more

Boo's Kitchen - Lunch: Cauliflower veggie pizza with added chicken and Italian Sausage. - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

We were headed to another business downtown and decided to try this restaurant. It's located on Main Street so although getting a parking space in front is not likely, there are a couple of other free parking options close by. Fortunately, we only had to circle back around only once to get a spot close by. The cafe offers both American and Italian options. I ordered the meatball sub and my husband ordered the lasagna and meatballs, which came with a side salad. When we arrived shortly after 1p, there were only a couple of other tables with customers. We were greeted and seated quickly. Our waitress was very pleasant and knowledgeable about the various dishes and we tried one of her suggestions. The restaurant has more of a cafe feel. At the entrance is a display case filled with great looking desserts. The meatballs were huge and tasted really good. I'm pretty picky about marinara sauce because I think it's hard to find one as good as my own recipe made with all natural ingredients and home grown organic tomatoes; however, we both thought their sauce was good and tasted home made. It seemed a little pricier than I would expect from a cafe but I don't mind paying a little more for quality food. I'm excited to return to try their pizza. read more

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We had a plain cheese pizza. When I asked the waitress a simple question -- I could tell she didn't take kindly to. When our pizza came out with paper plates and 1 knife for two elderly ladies to share, I knew we were in trouble. Service quickly deteriorated after our exchange. Everyone else was served on regular plateware even other pizza customers. They charge extra for refills which I have NEVER seen in any other restaurant. Our pizza was so-so. Can't speak for the pasta dishes, salads or sandwiches. Won't be back. I have been in better authentic Italian restaurants, so I will take my business there. read more

Amazing place . Food is second to none !!! A true NY place . Not some wanna-be. The meatball parm is value for your money along with a great taste. read more

Boo's Kitchen - Supporting local business is what keeps an area going . - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

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The riceballs were delish ! the sauce is like an old italian granny made it in her kitchen! Super sweet staff

Hands down the flipping Best Italian food & pastries I had since moving here from the North East , and you have to leave room for the cannoli's read more

This restaurant was newly opened, per the owner around 45 days when we visited. There wasn't a lot of people here but it was later in the day and the area winds down early. The larger open area inside has plenty of seating and we were served by a young local server who was cute and friendly. We decided on the antipasto plate for four and others had the eggplant parmesan sandwich and a Philly cheesesteak. The food was all pretty good. I think since most of the places are geared around the Mayberry theme if you're not into that and want some good food this is the place to go. read more

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A brand new place just opened in mount airy off the tourist beaten path. Owned by an Italian American who is very proud of his place which is nice to see. He comes by the tables and talks to customers. His eggplant parmesan sandwich my son ordered and I tasted was absolutely comforting and delicious. Perfect balance of bread, parmesan and Italian red sauce with cheese. The basket of fries was a little small and lifeless though. The antipasto platter for 4 was very good and definitely enough for the 3 of us. I tried his cannoli which he said he makes cream from scratch and a must try ..and I admit it was pretty good and similar to the Italian cannolis I've had growing up. Ya, as an Italian American myself, I can recommend this place, just stick to the Italian stuff and don't bother with the fries. The place was spacious and clean and the service was very friendly. read more

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If you love flavor and good quality food, you MUST give Boo's Kitchen a try! Not only did we feast on some of the best Italian food we've ever had (straight from an Italian grandmother's recipe book), but the service was great, and the family that owns and operates the restaurant couldn't have been more of a joy to talk to! We stuck to the Italian side of the menu for our first visit, but the cheesesteak we saw delivered to another table looked so amazing we can't wait to go back to try that and other offerings from the American side of the menu next! Please go experience the food, meet the family, and help this young business grow! read more

Boo's Kitchen - The Italian side of the menu (June 2024) - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

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The food was really good. Cheese sticks! Yum! The service was great! The dessert was great! The eggplant Parmesan was delicious but I asked for light sauce but goodness there was too much. Overall a great place though! The ambiance was great too! Welcome to Mount Airy and we look forward to eating there again! read more

Boo's Kitchen - Eggplant Parmesan - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

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Ok y'all, this IS the real deal! Italian cuisine in Mayberry RFD... who would've guessed? Boo, Ernie, and family are doing it right. They bring to life their family recipes in a wonderful atmosphere right on Main St. Snappy Lunch ain't got nothing on this team! . Their meatballs are the best I've ever had and in my 63 years I've been to hundreds of authentic Italian eateries. The personal pizzas are fantastic. And if you've never had a rice ball... just ask Boo. She and Ernie are so friendly, greeting and chatting with everyone. You enter as a customer and you leave like family... no joke. Loved our lunch and meeting the family. I highly recommend you give them a try! I'll be back for some of their famous lasagna !! read more

Boo's Kitchen - Boo and family at Boo's Kitchen in Mount Airy, NC Our group is the couple on either side - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

We are here as tourists. Found this place on yelp. It is outstanding. Five of us eating. Food and service excellent. Highly recommend

We had the meatball lasagna with a salad and garlic bread. It was simply delicious. Boo's has a very pleasant atmosphere and a very friendly staff. We will definitely eat here again!! read more

Very disappointing.....unimpressed!! In my opinion, the food was only marginal. If you want lasagna, or eggplant parmigiana, you must wait until the weekend... I was told that was when it was available. The wine list is very limited also. read more

No flavor in lasagna Not hot lasagna No flavor in chicken fettuccine Salad looks like it was from a bag Bread looked like frozen Owner's daughter??? Behind counter eating read more

Great specials and varied menu owned and run by very friendly people. Delicious, authentic New York Italian food. All made fresh with real ingredients The tiramisu is out of this world! read more

Boo's Kitchen - Tiramisu and cannoli - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

Closed early without warning. Closed up right as we walked up at 7pm on a Saturday night. Must have been a slow night but still you'd think they'd want to get all the business they could right here before Christmas ‍ read more

Best kept secret in Mayberry USA. Great Italian food. The eggplant was delicious. So were the salads. Truly authentic Italian fare. Service was excellent. These people originally come from Staten Island. The best. read more

My girlfriend and I went on a date night. Our server was nice! Unfortunately the food and environment was not. From the online pictures I expected a nice date night restaurant and unfortunately this was not it. First of all- Fox News was playing on the TV. I feel like no Italian restaurant should be playing the news. We ordered mozzarella sticks (which tasted like the freezer), a very small pizza which also seemed like a precooked pizza you reheat, and chicken parm (which was the best thing we ordered but that's not saying much) everything tasted like the fridge or like something you would get in a theme park. It was $40 for those three items and a drink, which is fine, but SUPER overpriced for the quality of food. I would say if you're going for a cute date night this isn't the place- but if you need a quick and easy bite this would be for you. read more

Too expensive for jar sauce and prepackaged noodles. Not close to authentic Italian cuisine, you can just as easily open the jar at home. Child's nuggets and fries poor quality frozen food. Did not serve any bread with meal. Waitress too focused on 7:30 which is when she was " out of there". At least 2 little kids running in and out of kitchen area, appeared to be several generations back there. Desserts presented in case at front, on way to table the upright freezer was visible, showing boxes of frozen deserts, noting even desserts were not fresh made. Ample space. One and done. read more

Wow, best marinara sauce and meatballs ever! Dying to get back and try their lasagna. read more

Boo's Kitchen - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

My son ordered Garlic Butter wings and I think they put the entire jar of minced garlic on them. He ate 4 of the six but said just too much garlic. Maybe a dry rub would be better? read more

Boo's Kitchen - a basket of food on a table - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

Fantastic food and friendly environment. If you love authentic Italian, this is your place. Highly recommended.

Amazing Pizza and Tiramisu! Authentic New York Italian!! We thoroughly enjoyed eating here. Owner very personable. Waitress was almost running! Sounds like they are relatively new. Maybe slow service due to "growing pains". Give them a try. Be patient. It is worth the wait for amazing food!! read more

Boo's Kitchen - 16 inch pizza - Italian Near Me - Mount Airy, North Carolina

Wonderful food, amazing people! We love the owners, they make everyone feel welcome and special. The food is authentic italian. Just can't say enough! read more

Food is amazing and the people are great! I loved the Philly cheesesteak! Really made a Northerner feel at home!

Wow! Fantastic is all I can say. I'm Brooklyn born and raised and these folks are recent Staten Island transplants. Legit old school NY Italian food in Mt. Airy NC. Big portions and delicious. Came to town for Andy Griffith but coming back for the food. read more

As we waited for our food, I read through the reviews on the Yelp website regarding boo's restaurant and one of the reviews I saw, indicated that the spaghetti sauce was out of a jar, which is always concerning but the price for what I had ordered the chicken Parmesan was extremely reasonable at $12.99 I was at least hopeful when I read that the restaurant had just opened up in January 2023 and the owners were Italian Americans from New York. as we waited for our food. The ownercame over and spoke to us and asked us how our day was going, he could not have been more gracious. when our food arrived, I immediately saw that the spaghetti sauce was definitely homemade, made from scratch and the review that I had read did not match my experience. my wife and friend ordered pizzas, and both of them dug in to their 7 inch pie and though they didn't share it with me. I'm assuming it was delicious because nothing was left for me to try. my food. The chicken Parmesan was excellent two pieces of crispy chicken under a layer of wonderful Sunday gravy and a sweet roll. Overall, this restaurant is definitely worth a try. The service is fantastic. It's a family oriented business with granddaughter and grandson, helping to clean the tables. It was one of the best experiences we had as we were visited Mount Airy. read more

Real Italian! My husband and I had dinner here tonight and it was delicious. My husband had the Eggplant Parmesan over Spaghetti and loved it. He said so many times the eggplant is too mushy or too thick but this was homemade and just right! I had the Cheese Steak Sandwich. It was hot, the perfect amount of cheese and the meat was generous and tasty. The best I've had in a very long time. We shared a Tiramisu and it was exceptional. And if you are looking for a great cup of coffee, they keep it fresh. The food and service was great. We finally found a restaurant with made-from-scratch Italian food so you can bet we will be back again real soon. read more

Totally different place then before! Friendly owners and great staff. Food was delicious, family atmosphere. For a place that just opened I think there doing well. So far we've been there a few times now with different people and all enjoyed! Good luck to this family and this business! Go and check it out! read more

We visited during lunch time. Staff and owner are friendly. However the food was "OKAY"...the fries were very crispy which was great, but the temperature was very "room"...our appetizer was the same way. While the space is nice and open, the food just was not impressive at all. With that being said, since they are new they may just not be working at their full potential yet; however you'd think hot fries would be a given. read more

our second visit, and it was just as good as the first. we were greeted with open arms, I kid you not. the staff are friend,y and kind. we now feel like part of their family. we will continue to visit from time to time and enjoy this homemade Italian cooking! read more