Ever since the bakery has changed ownership it has gone completely downhill. This is no longer an…read more"Italian" bakery, it is now a chop shop of mish mash. The selection of baked goods is horrendous, scones and macarons are NOT Italian!! The selection is bland and the food has zero taste. The cookies and baked goods are burnt and look inedible!! Nothing in this place is true Italian. The owner has her nose so far in the air she isn't seeing what the customers actually want. I give this place until the EOY before it is done.

I felt like I was part of the family by the time I left…read more Stopped in for a quick bite. Had fresh lasagna and a roll with butter. It was delicious. The sauce was just perfect. Prices are so reasonable and I was stuffed! Win-Win. There are a few tables in there to sit and eat. Brightly lit and very clean. I talked with the family that owns it while I ate. Amazing people! Great food too! Will be back!

If you want authentic Italian food this is the place to get it!!! The portion sizes a huge and the…read moreprices are very reasonable. The owner is very friendly and warm.

Great Italian food - the best i've had in the area. Friendly service! I've been here a bunch of…read moretimes and the food is always consistent :)

We had come here on a Saturday evening after noticing this restaurant in an article in the…read morenewspaper. I had called for reservations beforehand therefore, we were guaranteed a table. The parking lot was quite small for this restaurant, with only two settings being offered for the evening; we chose the one from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The restaurant itself was also small, with tables and chairs situated in every nook of the historical home. The décor was beautiful, with many different pictures and bottles adorning the walls. We had first settled on the antipasto for one, along with the stracciatella soup. We were given a basket of bread and butter to start, which was delicious, as the bread was warm on the inside, and crunchy on the outside. The soup was authentic as can be, with delicious droplets of egg in a perfectly heated dish, tasting marvelous, bringing back a lot of wonderful memories. The antipasto platter was a tad small, costing $18.00 however, since we had our main dishes coming, we were settled with the amount that was given. For the main dishes, my husband had settled on the linguine with a multitude of fish; there was more fish than pasta, which is something that you hardly ever see in a restaurant. The meat cannelloni was fabulous, with just the perfect amount of sauce and cheese; although the cheese was a tad burnt on the top however, it didn't affect the taste in any way. Service was exceptional as well, with servers coming by often to refill our water glasses and ask how the food was. Overall, an authentic restaurant which boasted the best of Italian food in a cozy atmosphere.

I had a reservation for 7.30 and unfortunately arrived a bit late due to heavy traffic. Instead of…read moreunderstanding, the manager bluntly told me the kitchen was closed because "it's too hot and people are melting in there." She also mentioned something about a two‑hour sitting limit, even though we were never planning to stay that long. Her attitude was absolutely unacceptable--she was rude, dismissive, and spoke to me as if I was bothering her. At one point she almost outright said it's not her problem. It felt like my business and my money weren't welcome there. I never been to this place and will not be coming back. I'd rather go somewhere that actually values its customers and where the owner cares about the people who keep the business running. Avoid this place if you expect even basic courtesy.

This was such a great Italian option especially in the east end of Ajax. The food was amazing. The…read morestarter (bread) with the creamy butter is actually pretty darn good. It was unlimited as well, so we devoured it. The service was decent, we did have to wait for our table for a little bit though, but aside from that, everything else was top notch. The atmosphere is cozy and can be fitting for a family setting or just a group of friends hanging out. Love the experience overall

I sort of feel like this place has a bad rap, and unfairly so. It's roughly the same cost as much…read morelower quality restaurants like Swiss Chalet, and the pizza was really quite good. They do have a real pizza oven and they make a good Cosmopolitan, for me that's going to suffice for a nice family meal. The place was busy when we went but remained cozy and relatively quiet. Our server was great and overall I would definitely go back if I was eating out with young kids or my relatives.

A Wonderful Surprise at A Tavola in Whitby!…read more I hadn't been back to A Tavola in almost 10 years--ever since becoming vegan--because I assumed there wouldn't be much on the menu for me. Last night, my friends and I decided to go anyway, knowing the quality was always great... and I'm so glad we did! To my surprise and delight, Chef Vito let us know that all of their pastas are vegan and he could easily modify the sauces to suit my diet. The food was absolutely delicious--it tasted just like the meals I had in Italy. The quality, attention to detail, and service were even better than I remembered. I started with the fennel and orange salad, followed by a beautifully adapted pasta dish, and every bite was perfection. We left so happy that we chose to support a locally owned restaurant instead of a corporate chain. It's such a joy to celebrate the small businesses in our community that truly care about their craft. We'll definitely be back!

A great small local Italian restaurant. We've had many of…read morethe dishes here and there were no disappointments. Great service too.

I've been here twice and gotta say, the place is always busy and they got nice ambience. Having…read moresaid that, both times I found the service to be slow. You really need patience to eat here. This is not a fast serve restaurant. First we got the Branzino which was pretty good and tender. Then we got a pasta dish which had no flavour and was blend so probably wouldn't order again. We also got the ribeye which was pretty good. For dessert, we had the apple blossom with gelato and toffee and it was delicious. They also had lots of mocktails options which we appreciate. Overall, this is a decent choice for Italian when you're in the Whitby area but pack lots of patience and you'll be fine.

I've e been to Bella Notte several times, including hosting 3 large events. The food is good…read more However the main section of the restaurant has now became less enjoyable because they crammed in more tables forgetting they are catering to adults not children or midgets. I just came back arriving early The restaurant was substantially full. We were seated at a table with only 16 inches of space between the back of the chair and table. We tried sliding the heavy table but there was no were to slide it too as the other chairs were backed into another customer.3 rolls were put at the end of the table so when an attempt to use your arms in this small space a large drink was toppled over. Soda all over an entire outfit dripping down the leg from the crotch and breast. BECAUSE IF SITTING IN WET...THE MEAL COULD NOT BE ENJOYED....because it was difficult to use your arms and being drenched. THIS IS NOT AN ENJOYABLE PLACE TO DINE...unless you are lucky to get a table when there are few clients. Although the food is good...it's not a place to entertain friends or heaven forbid a date nite. I know why they're busy...it's because Whitby really lacks fine dining restaurants. Will I return ? I purchased a seizable gift certificate...so possibly use for take out. Without the gift certificate..the answer would be no. I would rather drive further so that a dinner nite out could be enjoyed TOO BAD WHEN GREED RELINQUISHES TO SERVICE

Has been around forever and it shows in a good way!…read more The place has a very home feel to it, with the wood paneling bar, with matching chairs and tables. Makes it a great place to hang out. Pizza was fantastic! Perfect base of the crust if you're looking for a thicker dough not that flat crap like most new spots. The fresh tomato sauce, loaded with toppings and topped with even more cheese. Comes out fresh and hot. the price is high but worth it for what you get! 10/10 coming back for sure. Thank you Pizza Pinos!

Ugh I wish I could give a better review but I cannot. The first time I came here about 8 years ago…read morethe food was memorable. I came back this time around and it just wasn't the same. The best part about this place is the very friendly, warm service. Amazing people. My biggest critique is the pizza and the veggie in particular. The pizza is watery and this is likely because they put raw veggies on the pizza before it goes in the oven. An easy fix is to quickly sauté the veggie first before baking on the pizza. There was also no flavour. Just very disappointing. Kids enjoyed the cheese but in my view overall it's too pricey for what you get.

Just tried Amici in Pickering... overall I have to say the food is very good, and so is the…read moreservice. We had a great meal starting with garlic bread, nice salads and excellent pasta dishes. My only complaint with Amici is the atmosphere. I like restaurants that have a cozy, darker atmosphere, that provides more private seating. This place is too bright, ceilings are too high, place is too loud, no privacy at all. Felt like I was eating in a cafeteria. That's just not my thing. But if that's not an issue for you, then Amici is an excellent place to go out for an Italian dinner. Easy to get to, lots of parking, friendly staff.

This is my first time going to this place. The service was exceptional, and the servers were…read moreknowledgeable in the food. The place is very loud. When busy. You have to speak slightly louder than normal volume to be heard at times. I guess that's the trade off for dining in a place that's so popular and busy. The food itself was really nice. Everything was cooked to perfection. I just wish that the portion for ravioli was slightly larger because I found I was still hungry after dinner. We also shared the meatballs appetizer, which was two normal size meatballs, which was also small.

Came back! It was that kind of day that my body & soul needed pizza, and I knew I wanted to come…read morehere. Their pizza crust and tomato sauce are just exceptional and I knew I would be satisfied, and yes, I was very satisfied this time again!!!! We had (take out) #Pizza Margharita I appoint this as the best Margharita in Durham region. No complain. The crust, tomato sauce, cheese and big generous aromatic basil leaves - simple beauty. #Pearfect Bite This is added to another favorite of mine at 468F Wood Fired Pizza! Sweet and savory combination - Sweet pear slices meet saltiness from pancetta and 2 cheese Fior di latte, flurry ricotta. Walnut pieces added extra texture, and acidity & sweetness from glazed balsamic completes the taste of the whole. Highly recommended! #Di Parma This is good, tad salty side, but I appreciated the bitterness of arugula, nuttiness from parmigiano, and again the reduced glazed balsamic' rounding up of the whole flavors. I cannot wait coming back here again to try new pizza items (but I cannot miss Margharita - that is my must item)!

We recently attended a family event at this restaurant, and it was a fantastic experience. The…read morestaff were welcoming, attentive, and incredibly patient with our group, making everyone feel comfortable and well looked after. The food was excellent -- beautifully presented, generous portions, and something on the menu for all ages and dietary preferences. I would absolutely recommend this restaurant for anyone planning a celebration or group gathering, and we look forward to returning.