I had high hopes for this place but it was VERY overpriced for the portion sizes, mediocre quality…read moreof the food and amateurish service. The zucchini blossom appetizer was promising, but $18 for four pieces was ridiculous. The arugula salad ($12) was basic but fresh, and large enough to share. My penne alla vodka with chicken added ($27 total) was a substantial serving, but was served just warming and about the same quality as a pre-pack pasta dish from HEB. I had a lot left over that I opted not to take home. My husband's meat lasagna ($25) was served hot and was also a decent portion size, but he said it was pretty mediocre and the sauce tasted like it was from a jar. In short: if they're going to charge these kind of prices, their dishes need to be elevated and have something special enough about them to justify the cost and to bring you back. Based on our experience, I'm sad to say we won't be back unless there are some significant changes.

Came here for our Valentines dinner. Talk about a HIDDEN GEM…read more Picked this place initially for the vibe. Seemed like a chill place and the aesthetic is what initially drew us in. I reached out to get a reservation through Yelp and was able to speak directly to the owner who was able to get us set up with a reservation. She was extremely friendly and accommodating to make our day special. The entire team at the restaurant was the friendliest group of people I've ever dealt with in a restaurant. Everyone was extremely knowledgeable and friendly during the duration of our stay. TOP NOTCH! Our server was great! Had great drink recommendations and basically advised on our entire order and he did not miss a thing! Was very knowledgeable of the menu and knew which wine would pair best with both of our dishes. Now the important stuff: the food. Started with a peach burrata that was ABSOLUTELY incredible. Bread was fresh, it was a light dish that packed a ton of flavor. We split one of the salads which was also incredible and packed with flavor (which you really have to do because people rarely say things like "I would love a salad right now.") I ordered the chicken Parmesan and it was probably the best chicken parm I have ever had in my life.the chicken was fried perfectly, the sauce was light but extremely fresh, and the pasta was cooked to perfection! My wife had the pasta with mushrooms in it, so I didn't touch it, but she said it was one of the best pasta dishes she has ever had. NY Cheesecake was incredible and a great way to end the meal. Highly recommend this spot if you are in the area! You will not be disappointed!

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!

I ordered a pasta dish via Uber Eats and was surprised when the driver handed me a very small…read morecontainer. For $21, I was sure hoping for some garlic bread or a side salad, too. Anyway, after delivery fees and tip, I spent $32 for a small container of pasta which was good, but definitely not worth $21.00.

We had our wedding rehearsal dinner here, and it exceeded all of our expectations! We reserved a…read moreprivate event space, and everything--from the food to the service to the atmosphere--was absolutely outstanding. The staff went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. We even requested a last-minute change to the layout of the room, and they accommodated us without hesitation. Their flexibility, professionalism, and kindness made the entire evening feel effortless. The food was phenomenal, and our guests couldn't stop talking about how delicious everything was. The private space was beautiful and created the perfect setting to celebrate with our family and friends before our wedding. We are so grateful to the entire team for helping make such a special evening unforgettable. We would highly recommend this venue for anyone planning a rehearsal dinner or private event!

Picturesque! Cheers from Tuscany !…read more Bravo! This restaurant was well worth the drive. Trattoria felt like an escape to Tuscany. The outside and inside is a knod to Tuscany. I enjoyed my time here. Don't forget to get some gelato on your way out. The service was spectacular and the waiter was so knowledgeable about the menu . Now, let's get into what I ate. Appetizers: Bread- I'm not sure what the proper name for the bread is, but it was so good. The bread was like a warm hug. It had a welcoming taste. I can't even explain it fully. The texture was phenomenal. It was like a cornbread and a roll put together. Artichoke fritters- This dish surprised me. I didn't expect to like it so much. It was fried to perfection and flavorful. I honestly didn't need the sauce . Meatballs- The meatballs were the best I've had in my life. They were covered in a well prepared sauce. Entrée: Snapper with pesto pasta- My snapper was very flavorful. The only downfall of the snapper was the size. For the price, I expected a whole snapper. The pasta was good, but I'm not a huge fan of pasta. I also ordered brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts were cooked very well. Dessert: Biscoff and almond gelato - This was a perfect ending to to a wonderful meal. The gelato flavors change often. I will definitely go again!

Noli's was amazing. Everything from the staff and food were great. Our new go to Italian restaurantread more

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!

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!

Ehh... maybe I set the bar a bit too high comparing it to the italian kitchen I frequented in…read moreFrisco, Roma's. The complimentary bread rolls did not come with marinara, which was incredibly strange to me. Mozzarella sticks tasted like they were microwave defrosted from being frozen. Calamari was quite nice, but the pizza was not very savoury. Way too much tomato sauce, and the cheese was strange, I don't know how to describe it except strange. Server was kind, I can't exactly remember how often she came around to refill our drinks or check on us but it definitely wasn't a long wait or else I'd remember. Yeah, I wouldn't go back here on my own time.

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.

The food, service, atmosphere.. amazing. Honestly Idk why…read morethis place isn't a 4.5+ rating on here! Definitely underrated. Family friendly and the food was bomb. We sat in the back room which is soo cute. So glad we checked this place out! The calamari was soo good. It wasn't overly battered and fried, it was just perfect. And my pasta.. omg.. just try it. Everything we ordered was recommended and everything we ordered was amazing. 10/10 recommend. Also so cute again but they have a gelato and bakery inside as well.. and if you're a "first timer" you get a free gelato! Service was great. Every 10 mins staff was checking in and cleaning away plates! Love it!!

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.