**** 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.

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!

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

Best service and best food ever. This is the best Italian food I have ever had. We are visiting…read morefrom Arizona and they were so nice to us. Grandma Blancio is in the kitchen making everything homemade. So delicious. You have to go. Call and make a reservation. You will be so happy there.

Went last night, excellent service, food was great like before reopening. Nicely remodeled updated…read morebathrooms.

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

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 :)

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.

I really wanted to love this spot but unfortunately it didn't hit the mark for us…read more We got the fried calamari, tagliatelle Bolognese and chicken parm. The calamari was our favourite and we enjoyed mixing the arrabbiata and Parm dip but wish the calamari was cut thicker so that the seafood flavour wouldn't be overwhelmed by the punchy sauce. The tagliatelle and chicken parm were both hot and fresh, cooked well, but the flavour was just very salty and my tongue started feeling tingly from the salt content. I tried the components like the sauce and meat on its own and I think there the dish was imbalanced and oversalted because of the combined layers of salt in the dishes' components. We had a show to get to so didn't have time to send it back, but the meal was quite disappointing, especially considering the price. I did enjoy the homemade chili flakes which had fruity peppery flavours and a nice kick. Service is friendly and attentive. Parking can be difficult to find.

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.

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 have been a customer of Amici's restaurant for many years. Admittedly I have not been there for…read moreprobably three years. Sadly, I must say that I found last night visit and dinner to be a disappointment. I had cheese ravioli, which in years past has always been one of my favorite there. This recent visit, I found the dish to be void of any flavor. The sauce was thick and tasted like it was tomato paste right out of the can. The cheese in the ravioli was tasteless. The dish totally lacked layers of flavor. Sometimes it's true that the most simple of dishes are the most difficult to make because it depends on fine balance of seasoning and main ingredients. This dish was nothing but boring and could have come from a can. :(. As for the service, many in my party felt rushed and unappreciated. Amici's can do better than this and I hope they will.

The food here is authentic and very good. I especially love their sauce--it's excellent on pasta…read moreand chicken parm. The antipasto is also hearty and delicious. If you enjoy traditional Italian dishes like tripe, you'll definitely appreciate this place. A great spot for authentic Italian food!

My families been coming here since the 80s. They are wonderful people and a wonderful restaurant…read more Sauce is to die for. Their prices are beyond reasonable and their customer services always excellent. I strongly recommend stopping by and grabbing a bite to eat if you haven't, you won't regret it.

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