Went here recently with the family and had a really nice experience. We were warmly greeted when we…read morearrived and were seated quickly. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and happy to answer the questions we had about the menu. I ordered the Chicken Florentine Pasta, which came with a choice of soup or salad. They didn't have honey mustard dressing , so I decided to try the soup instead--and I'm really glad I did. It was absolutely delicious. It had so much flavor with just the right amount of heat, and honestly, it was one of the best surprises of the meal. And honestly, if it had been, the only thing I had had for my dinner, I would've been completely satisfied. The rest of the table ordered the Pesto Perfecto with Canadian bacon, chicken tenders and fries, and a kids' pepperoni pizza. Everyone enjoyed their meals. The Alfredo sauce on my pasta tasted homemade, and the pasta portion was generous. There wasn't a lot of chicken in the dish, but I've noticed that seems to be pretty common lately when eating out. Even so, the pasta itself was flavorful and very satisfying. The bread that came with my meal wasn't my favorite--it was dense and chewy. But I tried a bite of my son's pepperoni pizza and would absolutely come back just for that. The crust was light and crispy, and it had a generous amount of cheese and pepperoni. The atmosphere was relaxed, the service was great, and we'll definitely be back.

Not really a fan of this place. Ordered it for the first time and a lot of it left a lot to be…read moredesired. Not trying to be mean or rude, so I'm not going to be extremely negative. I just did t really like the flavors of the marinara sauce, or meat sauce. Or meat balls. But everything was technically cooked correctly. The pasta I had itself. Literally the pasta was cooked quite well. And the ranch dressing I had with the fried mushrooms is obviously not from a jar and flavorful. Side salad (In this case a Caesar) add on for an entree is extremely overpriced however. Very small salad for $3.50 is not a great look. However, simply because I didn't like something doesn't mean you won't.

We went here for the first time and it was amazing it has the ambience of an expensive Italian…read morerestaurant but great prices and service of a high class restaurant. I had spaghetti with meat sauce and it had a flavor that was wonderful. My wife had fettuccine Alfredo with chicken which was great. We shared a Caesar salad that was very crispy and fresh. Topped it with cheese cake that was light and creamy. Service was some of the best ever. We will be back for sure and highly recommended

We've stayed here before and had such a great experience that we were excited to come back --…read moreespecially since this time we brought a friend who had never been. Unfortunately, our experience this time didn't quite live up to the first. We arrived around 4:00 PM and were told the dinner menu didn't start until 5:00 PM, which was completely fine. We decided to order appetizers/salads from the lunch menu instead and wait until 5 to order our meals. All three of us ordered the Cleopatra salad, which was listed at $16 on the lunch menu. We expected it to either be really good or at least a substantial portion for that price. Unfortunately, we all found it overly sweet from the combination of the honey dressing, candied pecans, and cranberries, and there was very little feta. To make matters worse, we later noticed that we were charged $18 per salad, the dinner price, even though we ordered them around 4:20 PM. Paying $54 for three small, appetizer-sized salads with very few toppings was extremely disappointing. We were also told they were out of sangria because they had sold out the night before and hadn't had time to make more. It was a Saturday, so that was another disappointment, especially because we had really enjoyed the sangria during our previous visit. The biggest disappointment, however, was the shrimp scampi. Our waiter was very kind and actually recommended it, so I was looking forward to trying it. I almost never send food back to the kitchen, but this was one of those occasions. The shrimp were plain and steamed with no seasoning, and the pasta appeared to have no sauce or flavor. When I moved the pasta aside, there was a watery yellow liquid at the bottom that tasted very bland. For $29, I expected much more, and this is an Italian place after all. I ended up ordering the Fettuccine Giulio Cesare instead, which was much better and had considerably more flavor. That said, the lasagna and cheesecake are definitely the way to go here -- both were delicious. I just wish the overall menu were more consistent. When prices are on the higher end, you expect the quality and execution of the dishes to be consistent as well. It's frustrating to have some dishes that are absolutely delicious while others feel underwhelming or simply not worth the price. We really wanted to love our return visit as much as the first, so it was disappointing to leave feeling this way. Hopefully some of these things can be addressed, because there is clearly a lot of potential here and some truly great food.

My coworkers and I got together at Artipasta to celebrate Festa della Repubblica (Italy's National…read moreDay), and it was my first time trying this place. I can honestly say it won't be my last! It's a small restaurant, but it has a cozy atmosphere that made the whole experience enjoyable. The staff was amazing, friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. I absolutely loved the Pizza "Stria," a crispy flatbread topped with EVOO, sea salt, and fresh rosemary. The bruschetta and Caprese skewers were incredible. Honestly, I could've made a meal out of just those appetizers. For my entrée, I ordered the lasagna, and let me tell you...the portion was huge! I shared it with four coworkers and still had plenty left for myself. Best of all, it was absolutely delicious. Artipasta did not disappoint. Great food, great service, and a great experience overall. I'll definitely be back!

Check my coworkers here and they all loved it. Stuff is very friendly and food comes out quickly…read more The inside is like a bright and vibrant. We got a little bit of everything and shared it family style. Our favorites were the lasagna and the creamy mushroom sausage macaroni. The pistachio and lemon desserts were also very good.

Stunning experience…read more This place has to be some of the best food my wife and I have EVER had. We came here to celebrate our anniversary recently after a close friend recommended it. Normally when I hear Italian I think of American Italian - heavy, one note, and leaves you feeling terrible after. Trattoria Lisina was none of those things. First, the location is beautiful. The entire restaurant is surrounded by Texas hill country beauty. The restaurant balances class and cozy in a way hard to explain. The wait staff is excellent and knowledgeable on the menu. Even the small details like their uniforms were excellent. The food is hard to describe. My wife spent an hour post dinner discussing how incredible it was. Every dish we tried was perfection. The fried elements were crisp. The raw elements melted in your mouth like butter. The entrees were executed in a way I've never had pasta! We will absolutely make this our "special place" for life occasions moving forward.

Located in Driftwood, which is a pretty drive on its own , worth it just for the scenery. Heads up:…read moremake reservations if you're going on a weekend, we went at 6pm on a Saturday and the place was already packed. The menu has a ton of great options. We started with salads, crab cake, and some focaccia bread that honestly disappeared in about two minutes, soft, warm, exactly what you want before a big meal. For mains we ordered several dishes: the mezzanine ravioli (hands down the winner, don't skip this one), spaghetti and meatballs, and the spaghetti bolognese. All solid, but that ravioli stuck with me. Do yourself a favor and save room for dessert. The gelato is fantastic, and the classic chocolate cake with salted caramel is the kind of thing you end up fighting over the last bite of. Overall, great spot, and the service is excellent!!!

So good, I pulled a Drake and went Back to back on two occasions for some great Italian food. I…read morefirst went with my daughter on a late Saturday night because she asked for pasta and they happened to be close to where we were driving at the time. We pulled up thinking they were closed but a waiter immediately told us they were still going for the night. Boy did she not disappoint. Served us some of the best garlic bread, vegetable and chicken soup, steak, and pasta we've had in a while. Decided to catch them again to see if the first visit was a fluke. This time for an early evening dinner. Coincidentally, we had the same waiter as the first visit and again she did an amazing job. She was very patient and of course, the food was amazing. The salmon piccata and chicken piccata were both very filling. Have I mentioned the vegetable and chicken soup. I really like that soup. Also to note, they give very large portions of the proteins. It's easily worth the money. Check out my photos and you'll see what I'm talking about. As for the decor, they have some really nice paintings, indoor and outdoor seating, and a good sized bar! Check them out if you're in the area!

Noli's Vite -- A Closer Look at the Food My husband ordered…read morethe linguine with clam sauce, and he said it was good -- straightforward, classic, and exactly what you expect from a simple clam‑forward pasta. I ordered the house salad and the Noli's Sautéed Chicken dish. The salad started off on the wrong foot. When I asked about the dressing, the server mentioned a tomato vinaigrette. I'd never had a tomato‑based vinaigrette before, and after tasting it, I'm certain I won't ask for it again. The flavor landed somewhere between someone's imagination and cocktail sauce sharp, odd, and completely mismatched with the meal's Italian profile. The chicken pasta dish arrived promptly, but visually it didn't wow me. Once I tasted it, the issues became clearer. The chicken itself was rubbery and bland, with no seasoning. It felt like the components were tossed together with the hope they'd fuse into something cohesive, but they never did. The white wine lemon sauce was barely noticeable, and the sundried tomatoes were present only in appearance. It left me wondering whether there's a chef ensuring consistent flavors back there. The charm of the restaurant is undeniable, but the dishes need intention, seasoning, and balance to match the warmth of the space.

This place is a hidden gem, and I'm sad our kiddo is graduating in a month, because if we'd known…read moreabout Italian Garden, we'd have eaten here every time we visited! The food is AMAZING. I started off with the Italian salad, and then had the eggplant rollatini, which is hard to get right, but they definitely did. The delicious rolls they bring out before the meal are so soft and good, too. My daughters both had the chicken carciofi. So good! It's BYOB - you can bring your wine or beer in. Be prepared for a bit of a wait to dine - it's small inside but oh so worth it!

The server is always the most friendly and inviting person. The chicken parm is also some of the…read morebest I've had.

They are Gotji's kitchen second food truck that serves Italian food, seafood, vegan and gluten…read moreoptions. There are very few Italian, Vegan and gluten free options in Buda. This is one of two options. I highly recommend trying them out.

Friendly, attentive staff that work to make customers happy at every opportunity. Great food and…read moreconveniently located in downtown Buda! Flavorful and delicious food - had eggrolls and a pasta dish that was really good. Can't wait to try more items on the menu.

Nothing typical here folks! Some of the best Italian I've had in forever.....sorry NYC! Fresh…read more bread, hand made pasta and sauces! Sangria to die for with a twist! ( I have had some of the best in Barcelona) cousin Louie's us Michelin Star folks! My fettuccine sauce was perfection and even when I cleared the plate the sauce was so creamy and thick no butter or oil in sight! OMG to die for!! My husband's family is Italian from Milan and he said (sorry Momma and Nona) was better than families!! That's a Hugh statement!! Won't disappoint Thank you for such a lovey, delicious dinning experience! Keep up the good work Louie Epic!!

Never heard of this place but got a coupon in the mail for a buy one lunch, get a free lunch…read more Decided to try it as I'm always looking for decent Italian food. As it turns out the coupon was only good during the week and it was Saturday. No big deal. I ordered a Meatball Sandwich, my friend an Italian Sandwich (after asking our excellent young waitress about it). She brought out two very tasty types of bread with olive oil for dipping. The sandwiches came with Garlic Fries. The Fries were delicious but unfortunately mine were lukewarm. I certainly could have asked for a fresh portion, but was hungry enough not to bother. That's the reason my rating wasn't 5 Star. Because the restaurant was pretty empty on this Saturday afternoon, I feel the Chef shouldn't have sent out fries that weren't piping hot. The Meatball Sandwich however was marvelous. Freshly made, tasty meatballs with sauce and cheese on their focaccia bread was a real treat. I took half home and ate the rest for dinner. All in all, I'd come back here again as the food was excellent as well as the service.

I'm going to need yall to open one in Amarillo, Tx. I am your biggest fan and will be eating here…read moreagain before traveling back home. - sincerely a pregnant lady from Amarillo who is in the best mood after eating this god send. Garlic fries Chicken fettuccine Alfredo Bread and olive oil Birthday cake gelato

Well...normally the service is great, food is what you expected and the portions per price are…read moreequal. It gets its stars from the overall experience over the past year but it has cut corners the last two times I visited. Tonite I ordered to go, and it was super busy. I asked the nice girl at the front how long it would take and she said 15 minutes. I asked if she was sure about that because if that was the case I would wait for it rather than run to Whole Foods for dessert. She was sure it would be only 15 minutes. Being the son of a NY chef, I try something different and tonite I went with the chicken menchingo and a gluten free pizza. After 45 minute, I had to go to the kitchen counter and ask where my order was. It had been ready and was just sitting there. The bag with the bread was drenched in oil and putting a staple in the bag is the WORST idea ever. The oil caused the staple to fall into the bread and it ended up in my mouth. Come on. Who the heck thinks this is a good idea? (I will be following up with an update tomorrow) Also, the portion on the chicken and spaghetti were like kids portions. I brought this to the attention of a manager who agreed and then started to take my meal with the intent of throwing some more pasta in the same container. This is not acceptable either. I explained to her that unless she was going to cook an entirely new order for me, she shouldn't do this.) if she had offered, I would have appreciated given the fact it sat for a half hour on the kitchen counter) She was nice and said that it sounded like I managed restaurants before and I told her my culinary background taught me well. The reason why you, as a customer, never want them to make a correction after you have opened the meal is to protect EVERYONE else. Suppose I had a contagious illness. That manager, intending to save money on another container, was going to compromise everyone else's health. If she did that with my meal, I wondered if she had been so willing to do with other people's meals. The right thing to do is (a) simply offer to make a second portion and/of (b) make a second container. This is something Mandolas never would have done in the past. Finally, as for the Chicken. Yuck. The meat was overpowered with the cheese and salt, which combined with the time it spent waiting for it to get to me, made the chicken dry and hard to finish. All I received for my concern over the portion was more pasta, which the marinara sauce is just like that of any jar in a store. I never got more chicken either but it would have been a lost cause. The last time I came here the meal portion was small but the quality of service compensated and I do want to point out that the attention to customers is still worthy of another go around.

Yes! They make a very good pizza! Located in the historic downtown Buda, this place is casual and…read morepretty popular. There's outdoor seating with live music. We ordered the 'special' of the day pizza which was very very good. The crust was crisp, the pizza was not overcooked, and the dressed arugula topping was fresh.

Recently moved from Chicago to Kyle, stopped by MSP&B on a Sunday night with my daughters for pizza…read moreand a beer. Here are my thoughts: -Nice crowd on a Sunday night. Service was friendly and good. -We tried a thin crust NY style pepperoni pizza. I like the sauce, it was sweet and plenty of it. -Crust just didn't quite work for me. Not a bad pizza, but not good either. Overall, average bar food. Cannot highly recommend.