So we discovered this Nice little eatery located bout 20 miles south of Birmingham from…read moreFacebook. We went on a Sunday, Mother's Day. And believe you/me. Having a reservation for this hidden gem Is a must. Only rated it a 4 because some Italian meal I don't quite understand. But service was great.. Lasagna was plentiful and tasty. I had a seafood signature dish , 'Joes Oscar' which was a bit busy for my taste. But that's on me, It was tasteful Had I not been so full from the crab claws, (Delicious), bread n Cesar salad. I may have finished it.

The lasagna was not as good as it was about two months ago. Disappointed…read more The live entertainment was nice, but way too loud

The food is delicious. The service is still great…read more Love the patio dining. Friendly atmosphere.

Myself in a few friends, decided to come here after work for dinner. It probably has been over a…read moreyear since I've been here. I was very surprised to learn that they sell soda by the bottle and about a 16 ounce soda is three dollars apiece which I found to be a little overpriced. So if you go there and like soda be expected to pay three dollars a bottle which honestly makes me not want to go back. We were there during happy hour, and we got spinach, dip, and Parmesan fries with garlic aïoli, which was delicious. They used to charge for the bread, but we got two servings and didn't have to pay for the second one. Our server, Tyler W was very attentive. Our drinks stayed full and he did recommend some dishes. I got the chicken Parmesan and it was delicious. A very good serving and I brought some of it home. I got the brookie as a dessert and that was equally delicious. Happy hour is from 4 PM to 5:30 pm during the week. The bathrooms were very clean as was the dining area. When you walk in, they do have some ready-made food for you to bring home and also some salad dressings. We sat by the window, which was very nice. If I do go back, I'll probably just stick with water or sweet tea.

Cafe Trentuno is family owned and operated. I was surprised to learn they have been in business for…read moreover 30 years! Wow! I stopped by on a Saturday afternoon since I had been having a hankering for a slice of pizza. I rarely ever crave pizza! My single slice was a nice portion and I enjoyed the supreme pizza overall. I would have preferred just a tad bit more sauce. The service was nice and friendly. The inside dining space has low lights and really felt like what I envision an Italian family's home to feel like. Currently, they aren't selling alcohol. They offer daily specials Mon- Fri. I plan to return soon to try some other menu items.

We stopped by Cafe Trentuno on the way home after a long day. We were looking for nice pizza spot…read morebut didn't want the "fast food" chain pizza stores. Cafe Trentuno was recommended on Yelp. At first glance, we were not impressed. It dated decor and there were no customers in sight. But the manager created us and took our order. He was very nice and informative of the menu. They do offer pizza by the slice at any time of the day. A plus if you just need a quick snack. They appear to serve Napoleon style pizza, so it was looking up. We ordered a large olive oil based, cheese with pepperoni and pineapple. I know it sounds weird but it's our favorite. Each pizza is custom made to order so it took a few minutes to be served. But the advantage was it was piping hot straight to the table. Olive oil was slightly sweet and tangy. Cheese was fresh and tasty. Toppings were perfect. Crust was crispy brown on undercarriage with nice crunch. Edges were crispy on outside and fluffy on inside. Manager suggested their balsamic dressing to dip the crust in, so we gave it a try. Highly recommended! It was a great choice! And of course, the Diet Coke was on point! Great customer service! Good pizza! We will definitely be back!

North Italia is a great date spot... which was mildly awkward because I went with a buddy whose…read morepants I was NOT trying to get into. The lighting is low, the tables are cozy, and the vibe basically demands deep eye contact and meaningful conversation. At one point I'm pretty sure he thought the night was going somewhere... and I had to subtly remind him this was a friendship risotto, not a romance risotto. Aaaaaanyway... the restaurant itself is excellent. The staff was friendly and attentive the whole night. I ordered an old fashioned that came with the proper large scube... always a sign the bar knows what it's doing. For dinner I had the braised short rib risotto and it was a knockout. The short rib was so tender it basically collapsed if you looked at it too hard, and the risotto was creamy and full of flavor. All jokes aside, it's a really solid spot and perfect for a date... or apparently a very emotionally confusing dinner with a friend. If I'm in town long enough on this work trip, I'll definitely be back.

North Italia's food has the been consistently fantastic! We've been going since they opened. Every…read moretime, without fail, the food hits the mark. That said, pricing has always been outrageous, and it's becoming harder to overlook. For example our most recent trip, we had two mains, and an appetizer, and the bill was $90. Had we gotten drinks, desserts, or any extras, we'd be looking at $150+. I asked for extra tomato sauce to go, and I was given what was literally two tablespoons of sauce, charged at an outrageous $3.50. I get that things are pricier now, but tomato sauce is one of the cheapest ingredients, organic or not and as a chain, I can guarantee you this isn't small batch, nor locally made. The markup here was just shocking. I know things cost more these days, but the price does not match the value. For this price point, you would expect much higher quality dining and you can get that easily in Birmingham. It's still a great dining experience, but we're increasingly cautious because the pricing has been a concern for years. Just something to keep in mind if, like many of us, you're cautious about budget.

Came here for the 1st time for lunch with a friend and the service was absolutely amazing! Cute and…read morequaint spot for a date night or for a group. Our waiter Tyler was great. He gave us some great recommendations and we got the pastel formaggio and that was delicious! The fried top and the cream cheese type of dip on the inside that sits on a spicy marinara was very tasty. I got the chicken bow tie pasta for my entree. It had a lemon-y taste but the artichokes and sun dried tomatoes were good. Honorable mention to the waiter Lateef. He was great as well. I definitely will be coming back here to try more items.

The atmosphere is classy but most of the staff were cold. We liked the curtains that gave a cozy…read morefeel but couldn't dampen the louder customers or staff. Oysters Rockefeller were very different from last time here, gooey cheese balls with nothing tasting of oysters and that was our main reason for dining here, sad. The over cooked porkchop wasn't any better. Chilean Sea Bass was ok, I guess the chef had a thing with cheese tonight. I could barely taste the fish.

I'm surprised I've never reviewed Bertolone's before, I've visited quite a few times! Tucked in the…read morecorner of a shopping center in calera, this family owned restaurant is a real gem. When you walk in, you come face to face with a big cooler full of all sorts of heavenly cakes and desserts. I like to size them up before I sit down so I have an idea of what I want when the meal is over. I usually get the Lasagna Bianca. A bertolone's original, this delicious dish boasts chunks of Italian sausage, a creamy, cheesy sauce, and turnip greens. Rich and satisfying, it can't be missed!! The tables are stocked with chunks of bread and bottles of dipping sauce made onsite. The interior is warm and inviting, with one large wall dominated by pictures of the family that founded Bertolones and Joe's Italian. Please check out this great spot!

The family specials are delicious and reasonably-priced, perfect for takeout during the week. The…read morerestaurant offers ample seating, and you feel like you are in an Italian restaurant. Let's go through the menu so that you can see how many choices are available. If you are eating at Bertolone's you'll see that there are tables and booths to choose from, so there isn't usually a wait. And the servers check in with you shortly after you're seated. If you're doing take-out, your food will be ready when you get there, and your family will be thanking you for the tasty and ample servings. Everyone can have seconds. My family loves the calzones, so many combinations! But when I have family visiting, I go for a variety, so that everyone is happy: usually spaghetti and meatballs, lasagne, and Chicken Parmigiana or Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken. Delicious! The family meals run $36.95 to $45.00 and feed four adults, so plenty if there are two adults and three or so children. Pizzas and calzones are $16-$18.50; subs are $14.00. The cakes are to die for, and each slice easily feeds two people. I usually split it with two people so that I don't feel guilty. If you have never been to Bertolone's, take exit 231 off Hwy 65, and try it. It will be one of your favorite Alabama restaurants!

We are going on our fourth year of eating pizza, calzones, and wings from Original and never posted…read morea review. Probably because I am stuffed by the time our meal is over and I couldn't pick up my phone! Seriously, everything is delicious. Service is top notch. It is all take out food but doesn't have that lived in a box taste.

Alright, this is becoming one of my favorite pizza spots. I'm not sure if everyone knows, but they…read morehave such great lasagna and calzones. The lasagna dinner comes with a salad, so don't miss out on that special deal. It is amazing. The lasagna is cooked to perfection with those vegetables--black olives, green olives, peppers--you name it, they can do it. Now, let's talk about the calzone. The calzone is stuffed with vegetables as well. I was just craving a vegetable dish, so hey, if you want some vegetables, they definitely can make it happen on their pizzas and other specialty dishes. Stay healthy while you're eating and keep a smile on your face. This is a really nice spot. It's not a huge place, so you just pick up your order, but the staff is always very friendly and helpful with suggestions.

We had some family visiting from out of town who are originally from the New York do we had to get…read moresome good pizza. As a former New Yorker I am quite the pizza snob but this pizza made me think of back home. I decided to get 2 large pizzas. I got meat lovers and pepperoni They were both equally delicious. I ordered from door dash so I wasn't in the establishment. The pizza got to my house in about 35 minutes. I will definitely order from them again.

Food first, thoughts after... I realized tonight that the…read moreprevious review was at a different location. Came to the Hoover location for dinner. Service was good but I will say the restaurant space and cleanliness is not as good as the other location/ locations. We elected to sit outside. Kid friendly. Food was okay. The garlic bread is always delicious. The spaghetti was okay. A lot of tomato sauce. I'm not sure if I would come back to this location.

VECCHIA!? Ohhhhh man it is the BOMB you stop by and get greeted by some of the most kind/chill…read morepeople you'll ever meet. And one of the cashiers/waiters well his name is Will and he's my favorite. Very nice and welcoming. But you have to try the pasta Alfredo and Nutella pizza makes a perfect combo for dinner and dessert! Vecchia is a very nice Italian restaurant that definitely deserves 5 stars. Trust me I go here almost everyday and it is worth it.

I came here on a Wednesday night and they were having a wine tasting. They also had all their wine…read morebottles half off, which was nice. I have been here a couple times to do a pizza and mozzarella class. I'm going to a limocello class at the end of the year. I came here with a wine group that I'm a part of I typically like sweet wine so I ended up getting a can of Moscato. I got the Margarita pizza and just so you know all their pizza is well done like almost burnt so if you don't like that, you need to tell them so. The pizza was OK. I would've liked more sauce on it. We sat outside and it was really nice. The staff is so friendly and helpful. We even had one of their staff take a picture of all of us. I think next time I come, I may try one of their pasta dishes.

I would recommend the calzones. The service was great. Very friendly when I placed my orderread more

The food was good, but not exceptional. I ordered a small pizza for $16, which is expensive for…read morejust four slices.