I've been having take out for the last while from Famoso - my usual is the 15" four cheese pizza…read more Famoso does have a whole variety of pizzas and pastas, pizzas, salads, drinks and gelato, to name a few. Famoso has a pizza oven which is similar to a wood fire oven, but without the wood - I'm not sure how it works but it's the same process. Service is always good, and the food is super great. The gelato is amazing!!!! The ambiance is relaxing, comfortable and welcoming.

Went for lunch at famoso namaio location and we were greeted by Rythmm , and she was our server…read more She was friendly, nice ,and had a beautiful smile. Food came out hot and not a long wait time. The place was clean and the music was good.I would recommend you visit this location and ask for Rythmm she is fantastic.

Food was good in house made food, large size portions. Server's were great and knowledgeable helped…read morewalk us through the menu. Prices were very reasonable. Great place for family. Highly recommend going to this restaurant.

I can't believe I never actually ate here (I think I did take-in via deliver service years ago)…read moreuntil a couple of weeks ago when I met a friend here for lunch. The place is small but bright, with service that was incredibly friendly. My gnocchi was house made and I chose the tomato sauce, which was rich and satisfying. And the portion was huge. I somehow managed to finish it all and spent the rest of the day in a carb coma. I plan to return.

The AC was a little strong in there. The waitress was sweet and mellow, a good listener and…read moreattentive. The Quesadilla was a bit overcooked but still delicious. I would say it's not that cheesy tho and be careful the bathrooms in that establishment had interesting energy outside of it. Just be careful where you walk. I think the ambiance overall is still pleasant enough for cowboys.

Saturday evening party of 5. We were treated well by the friendly staff, but they made mistakes…read more We ordered 2 large pizzas, but our server forgot to put in the order for the 2nd pie. He also forgot to bring us another dill dipping sauce. The pizza is way too salty. The appetizer platter was good. Sadly, the food isn't cheap anymore.

Free unlimited fresh bread and soup(or salad). Entrees are around $25/person but worth it for the…read morefree appetizers. Service was great. Very busy Saturday 5pm. Loved my 3 cheese ravioli. 10/10. Chicken parmesan 7/10. Spaghetti was bland and I was underwhelmed. Bathrooms.are tucked way in the back and was awkward to walk so close to so many other diners to get too.

We brought our grandsons out for a Friday date night. Seated right away. Server was pleasent and…read moreobliging. Ordered spagetti and pizza for the kids and we has the veal and chicken parm. Italian wedding soup was delicious. Wish I could say the same for the pasta sauce. Was very bland no flavor. Tasted as if it was straight from the can...the kids would not eat their pasta at all. No amount of cheese could mask the flavor. Will be a very long time before we return

Tried Tony's recently and had a bit of a mixed experience. We ordered two pizzas--one pepperoni and…read moreone pepperoni & sausage. The pepperoni & sausage was decent, but overall a little bland. The plain pepperoni was okay as well, though also lacking flavor. We did ask for extra sauce, but unfortunately didn't receive it, which might've helped. On the plus side, the pricing is pretty reasonable for what you get, and the pizza boxes are actually really cool--they have reheating instructions printed right on them, which is a nice touch. We ordered takeout, so we didn't dine in, but the restaurant itself looked really nicely decorated with classic Italian vibes, and the lighting inside was warm and inviting. Overall, not bad for the price, but could definitely use a bit more flavor and attention to order details.

We were have an miserable night and needed some comfort pizza. Go to Tony's. The place is dated but…read morehere it seems to work. Lots of people are chatting over pizza and wine. It seems like people are discussing mysteries with the dim light. Pretty basic menu but a well cultivated one. Pizza, Appies, Pasta and Entrees. There is something there for everyone. We tonight decided to split a pizza and went with our favourite - Sal's Deluxe -Prosciutto, capocollo, marinated tomato sauce and bocconcini cheese. This is thier top seller. But really there is no fail here. Service was good. The server was friendly, prompt and helpful. We felt welcomed here. Now onto the pizza - delicious as usual. Crust was crisp, toppings were amazing but the best thing about the pizza was the sauce. So tangy and flavourful. If you want a comfortable pizza night come here!

Chicken Gigi is to die for. Great service and good food. Bread at dinner served chilled, which was…read moreodd. Otherwise highly recommend.

Have been coming here for years. Everything is wonderful…read more The chicken Gigi is to die for. The seafood pasta is terrific. I would highly recommend you try this restaurant. Ted C.

Came here on a date night and was greeted right away. There…read moreweren't that many people when we came in which was great. To our surprise, the food portion was big so we were happy with that. It also tasted great so can't complain

A friend of mine and I were at the restaurant at 2 pm on April 8 celebrating my birthday. I used to…read morework close by and frequented your restaurant often. The Diavola was my favorite dish and I loved it. The first shock was the price. $38 for pasta? I don't know what happened to your food quality and presentation but it was sadly lacking yesterday. The chicken looked as though it had been hacked any old way and was not juicy and tender at all. I had to dig to find any lobster at all. I was hugely disappointed with the meal. I will try to send pictures of the chicken especially. I'm afraid I will not be back until some changes are made. And will not recommend your restaurant either until something is done to change my mind. Do the right thing to keep a regular customer. Know what I mean? Regards, Lyn Miller

This is my second trip to Sorrentino's Little Italy…read more Last time I was there, I had the pasta Stephenson which was full flavored and nicely cooked. This time I had the gnocchi Gorgonzola which is one of my favorite things of all time. Sadly, this gnocchi Gorgonzola was gummy and didn't have enough Gorgonzola for my taste. Still I do believe this is a matter of taste because it wasn't poor quality. Having said that... The service here is outstanding. Atmosphere is wonderful. And it might have just been an off night... Everything else we had as a table was well prepared. We had arancini, calamari, and some salads, all which received few complaints from our large group. I find the wine to also be reasonably priced which is another reason to go back. If I could do it again: Calamari (arancini was less outstanding) Pasta Stephenson Amari for dessert (the Amari was delicious.)

If you try to think of the longest standing Italian restaurant in Edmonton, you will likely come up…read morewith Sorrentino's. Now an empire with six restaurants in the Edmonton area, three pizzerias, a cafe, cooking classes, catering, annual festivals, and tons of philanthropic work... Sorrentino's is a force. It all started with Carmelo Rago, who came to Canada from Italy as a child and opened Sorrentino's in 1979. It's now 44 years later and the restaurant group is certainly the largest and most recognizable Italian restaurant brand in the city. Edmonton Journal has named them the Best Italian Restaurant 2020 and Favourite Italian Restaurant 2022. No matter what corner of the city you happen to be in, Sorrentino's is likely there. I decided to pay them a visit on a Saturday evening and I specifically set my sights on the Little Italy location in the McCauley area. Of the six restaurants currently operating, this one is the oldest. All of the other restaurants boast massive, gleaming, modern dining rooms... But Little Italy remains humble. You can feel the roots of the business in the space. There are no more than ten tables in the dining room and as such, a reservation is necessary. The best part is that they have tried to keep the same atmosphere and food as the first year that they opened. It's genius, really, to operate a restaurant that fully captures and maintains the nostalgia of the brand. The building feels a bit like an Italian villetta in the countryside, with dark wooden beams and a fireplace in the center of the space as a focal point. It's warm, cozy, and feels special. Seated by the window, I could take in the room and feel the vibe of the history reverberating in the walls. I gazed over the wine list but in the end I asked if the bartender could make a Negroni ($9.95). There was no cocktail menu in sight, but I was fairly certain that they would be able to make me this classic Italian cocktail. Our server confirmed that they could indeed. Made with gin, vermouth, Campari, and garnished with a slice of orange peel (I'm pretty sure this one was served with a slice of lemon instead), this cocktail has become my go-to when I dine at Italian restaurants. I find that the slightly bitter flavour balances well and cuts through the heaviness of Italian foods, similar to how I love to drink a can of Brio when I eat a pizza. It wasn't the best negroni that I've ever had, but this no-fuss version delivered the flavour notes that I was hoping for. A basket of warm bread and butter was also delivered to the table and I settled in happily for a delicious carb-filled journey. An antipasti was a must and all of the classics are on the menu; from bruchetta to arancini. However, I was in the mood for the Calamari Fritti (Flour-coated squid, deep-fried with canola oil, served with spicy tomato sauce - $16.00). Something easy to share and fun to eat. First of all, I loved the plate that this dish was served on because it was refreshingly adorable! We squeezed the lemon over top and began to dunk the crispy rings of squid into the sauce. Delizioso! The calamari was cooked to absolute perfection, which can be tricky sometimes. The meat was tender and not at all rubbery. The fried batter coating was light and crispy without being too heavy. I loved the zesty tomato sauce but I wouldn't exactly call it "spicy." It's so interesting that in Greece this same dish is served with tzaziki. In Spain it's allioli. In Italy; sugo. All of these Mediterranean countries have their own similar versions and each are wonderful. I wanted to bring some freshness to the meal and looked to the insalate section for the answer. While I was very close to ordering the caesar (made with anchovy dressing as per tradition) I had to go with the Bocconcino (Fresh mozzarella, tomato, basil, oregano, EVOO, balsamic vinaigrette - $14.00 for full size) because it's one of my favourites. In retrospect, I probably should have ordered the sorrentino salad because it's named after the restaurant itself. Beautifully plated and wonderfully fresh, I loved the bright slices of roma tomatoes. This salad is like eating in an Italian garden and the mild slices of bocconcini complimented the dish well. The olive oil and balsamic really punched this simple dish up in a delightful way. My only complaint is that I felt that the dried oregano was a bit heavy-handed and instead I could have used a bit more coarse salt. When it came to my main dish it had to be pasta. It just had to be. There are hearty dishes on the menu that include several preparations of veal, chicken, and even braised beef short ribs, but I had to choose one of the delicious pasta preparations. There are nine different options to select from and for me, it had to be the Gnocchi Gorgonzola ($24.00 for full size). All of the pasta dishes (and the salads as well) are available in full or half sizes, which I think adds a great way to customize your meal and also helps to accommodate your level of ap