Such a great spot for a date night or with the family. The food and overall environment made it…read morefeel really special, honestly perfect for a first date, especially with its central location. We tried the lasagna and the Alfredo pasta, and both were delicious and comforting in the best way. Service was a little on the slower side, but we chose to sit outside on a rainy day, so it felt worth it for the cozy, romantic vibe. It actually added to the experience more than anything. Definitely recommend, and we will absolutely be coming back!

Was craving Italian food and picked this place on a whim. It is located in downtown Upland so…read moreparking can be challenging, depending on the time and day. I went for dinner on Wednesday so the restaurant wasn't packed. As soon as you walk in you get git with that Italian restaurant smell (idk how else to describe it) so I was hopeful that it would be good. The restaurant is dimly lit so it creates an intimate atmosphere. Very cozy. Our server was friendly and helped me choose between two dishes I wanted. We started with bread service which includes a few different styles of bread along with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. For my entree I went with the clam linguine. It comes with chopped clams, garlic in a white wine sauce and also has a few whole clams in shell. It was so good. It was very "seafoody" which was just what I was craving. I also got to taste the carbonara, which was also very tasty. It had plenty of pancetta and the sauce was rich. Overall a good experience.

Okayyyy this place made SUCH a good first impression. They started us off with warm fresh bread and…read morebutter and honestly... that already had me sold. Nothing hits harder than fresh bread at the table. We ordered the calamari and it was chef's kiss. Super crispy, perfectly seasoned, not greasy at all, and the marinara tasted so fresh and homemade. Like the kind of appetizer you accidentally keep eating even when you swear you're saving room for your entrée. The Caesar salad was also so good -- perfectly dressed, fresh, crunchy, and balanced without being overly heavy. For my main, I got the Penne alla Vodka with added chicken and WOW. The sauce was rich, creamy, flavorful, and had that perfect comforting pasta energy. The chicken was juicy, the pasta was cooked perfectly, and every bite just hit. You know a pasta dish is good when the whole table goes silent for a minute. Everything tasted high quality and made with care, which honestly makes such a difference. Definitely one of those spots where you immediately start planning what you're ordering next time before you even leave. Can't wait to come back and try the rest of the menu because if this was the first impression... I already know there are more hits waiting.

This half Italian can run rather brutal in Italian restaurant reviews. This is because my recently…read morelate Momma could humiliate almost every Italian restaurant in the Inland Empire. So I adjust out of fair play. This restaurant violated one of my strict restaurant rules, that applies to all cuisines: if you walk in and don't smell any food of any kind -- if the place smells like nothing -- turn and walk out immediately. But since YELP insisted this was a go, I stayed. TIP TO THE OWNER: if I were you, just before you open each night, I'd roast some garlic and hide it in the dining room -- maybe with a small fan on it. I'm not kidding. Okay, we were greeted by Sinatra in the air and Veronica, who gave us a gracious 'Italian' welcome. This is as much a part of the experience as anything. I've recently been to a new Italian spot that flubbed this. We were nudged towards risotto balls, which I'll be honest I've never managed to try but yum they both were. As was the marinara served with them, which is more of a delicate art than people understand. Some rolls came out and they were freshly made and delightful. They weren't doused in salt and so they needed that dash of provided soft whipped butter. So good I had one more roll than I wanted. Veronica made an excellent wine recommendation and off we were awaiting our entrees. We got there at opening and so we were seated in the bar/dining side. Ambiance was pretty okay but needed tweaking. I know tablecloths can scare off budget customers, but the room needed some warmth and that would have helped. Also bright setting sunlight was pouring in and I'd recommend lovely blinds for such occasions. The door at the bar leading into the back needs some paint. My vegetarian partner in crime got the eggplant parmesan, something both the menu and Veronica particularly recommended as a house specialty. It was good, but to this half Italian, not as special as it needs to be. Proper Egg Parm must absolutely melt in your mouth. If you must chew the eggplant at all, it's 'chewy' and not authentic. Look on YouTube, find an Italian -- do what you can to fix this. Trust me. My Chicken Piccata was good too, but not great. It was off somehow. To my tastebuds it wasn't creamy. If the owners PM me, I can tell you of two places within 40s minutes that do this plate properly. I enjoyed it, finished it, but I wouldn't order it again. Each of our plates came with two carrots, two pieces of broccoli, and two wedges of roasted potato. We could have had pasta but went with these sides. THEY WERE SHOCKINGLY GOOD. Not over cooked, not over seasoned, just perfect. It's an extremely odd experience to have a great wine, great appetizer, great bread, great sides -- but merely good entrees. This ate a star, sorry. We will return and try two other entrees. If they too disappoint, we likely won't return. But understand we want you to be great, because I strolled into Brio later and it was noisy cringe.

Fast friendly service and they make a great meatball sub.. I started to go into Clara's But after…read moretwo employees were rude and they didn't have a bathroom to wash your hands , I decided to give this place a try.. I was promptly greeted and was able to wash my hands and was out of the door with him five minutes.. Definitely , give them a try over the overrated Claros

I'm new to the IE and have been searching for an authentic Italian restaurant that makes a good…read morepizza. I've been spoiled with having Avolio's authentic Italian restaurant as a reference for what good Italian food tastes like. Instead of driving back into Covina I decided to take a chance on Yelp and allow the reviews to guide me. I stumbled upon Fratello's Pizza & Pasta in Upland and let me tell you, I'm happy to say they did not disappoint! Flavor, freshness of ingredients and the best crust was a solid 10! I'm looking forward to taking my family there for dinner soon. With that said, if you find yourself near the 210fwy passing Mountain in the city of Upland...do yourself a favor go get you a slice of pizza better yet get a large. You won't be disappointed. Thank you to Fratello's for making a delicious lunch for me and bringing it over to my car. We will be coming in for dinner soon!

If you are looking for an exceptional fine dining experience in Upland, look no further than…read moreSpaggi's. We chose this gem to celebrate a birthday, and it exceeded every expectation--it was truly a night to remember. The Ambiance: From the moment we walked in, it's a wonderfully romantic and comfortable fine-dining experience. * Appetizers: We started with the Crab Cakes and the Wagyu Beef Ravioli (pictured). The crab cakes were perfectly seared and flavorful, served over a bed of fresh greens and house-made tartar. * The Main Event: We ordered the popular Beef Wellington (pictured), and it was magnificent. *Not on menu, but a special for the night. * Dessert: We ended the night with a spectacular cheesecake /crème brûlée dessert (pictured), perfectly plated with a fresh strawberry and whipped cream. Great way you top the night with some espresso. The service was impeccable. Our server was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm, ensuring our entire evening flowed smoothly without ever feeling rushed. It truly elevated the "fine dining" aspect of the night. If you are celebrating a special occasion, or just looking for a superb, quiet, and elegant meal with excellent food and service, Spaggi's is the place. Go! You won't be disappointed.

Great birthday venue this year. We got in at 5pm and were seated just about anywhere- they open at…read more5pm We had a nice table with bread and a spread that had olive oil in it. It was different and tasty. They had a lot of alcoholic drinks and non alcoholic beverages also. They had a bar and some outdoor seating. We had the wedge salad chopped up and we shared it. It was delicious and had a great amount of dressing mixed into it. Our meal was Spaggi Spaghetti and Salmon - which came with mashed potatoes (no gravy or sauce), And steamed veggies, which were cooked well. The Salmon had a glazed sauce and was delicious and excellently cooked and was a good portion. The spaghetti had a light marinara sauce with a lot of tomatoes It was good, perhaps the marinara could have been a bit more thicker and seasoned. Otherwise, the pasta was cooked well and firm. I had a table water and wifey had a white wine Rose. Our meal was pleasant and my wife received a small Strawberry shortcake dessert as a complimentary birthday treat, which was a great touch. We would return here, and you all should visit when you are in the area. Lastly, the price set was average $20-40 a dish, which was decent. Nice service and a clean environment. They also had large paintings hanging on the walls, which were pretty.

Loved there Cajun pasta by the time I wanted to take a pic I had finished it , definitely will be…read moreback

Food 5/5 - Ordered spicy sausage ragu which includes focaccia bread. Both were delicious, the…read morefocaccia bread was very fluffy and salted nicely. The spicy sausage ragu had a nice spice to it, and the rigatoni was cooked al dente. The sauce was good and I liked the soft mozzarella pearls. Price $$ - Price is good with the portion that was served, it is enough for two meals. Service 3/5 - Service is average for a fast-casual restaurant. Once you order at the cashier, they'll bring it to your table. Ambiance 5/5 - Interior is good with modern open-themed decor, the shelves are packed with ingredients and the tile is unique. Overall - Had a pleasant experience and would visit again.

Had a great experience at this establishment! Having a reservation worked out perfectly, and we…read morewere attended to very quickly. They started us off with warm bread and butter, which was absolutely delicious. I had the chicken shish, and it was cooked to perfection. The chicken was juicy and full of flavor. The vegetables added an amazing balance, and the rice was so good I could have eaten it by itself. The restaurant was very clean inside. The only slight inconvenience was that there was just one single-stall restroom, so there was a bit of a wait to use it. Other than that, everything was really great. The gentleman, Emerson, was a wonderful host, making sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back to try the other plates!

So the two stars are for the adorable atmosphere/decor and Eugenia the blond server(NOT ours) who…read moreended up helping us when no one else was to be found. food was only ok and waaaaay over priced. $90 for one app, one drink, one plate and one salad? The hummus/eggplant was ok, I've had much better. Salad was boring. Yoghurt drink was the only interesting tasty thing. Combo plate was flavorless. Which is sad bc the meat and chicken were moist and cooked well but it was a pound of rice and skewers with very little to no salt or flavor and zero sauce or anything to fix it. we waited for our server to come back and do a check, or refill our empty waters or offer anything on the side. never saw her again. mid meal my friend got super nauseous and faint and had to step outside and we needed to box and pay the check immediately. She needed water and fresh air and no one was around for the water so she went to the car. I got up and walked around looking for anyone. I even went to the kitchen opening and yelled hello... no one.I went out to the patio and found Eugenia who I asked for help. She was super apologetic and helpful. Got us boxes, Got our check. Paid our check. Brought us change. Apologized. Still haven't seen our server yet. Never even gave us her name. we left and I should have given the tip to Eugenia but I was rushing to get my friend home who was sweating and looked like she might puke. In all, great location, horrible execution. Won't be back....

Food: 5/5｜Service: 5/5｜Atmosphere: 5/5…read more From the very first spoonful of soup to the final bite of tiramisu, everything was genuinely impressive. The cream of mushroom (an upgrade, but absolutely worth it) was luxuriously smooth and intensely aromatic -- it truly tasted like freshly blended mushrooms rather than a generic cream base. Rich, velvety, and deeply savory. The pizza had a beautifully crisp crust with that satisfying crunch along the edges, yet still tender inside. The pasta was perfectly al dente with excellent bite. The white sauce was creamy and full-bodied without being runny, coating each strand evenly. The red sauce struck a lovely balance between acidity and sweetness -- bright but not sharp. The stuffed mushrooms were especially juicy and flavorful, releasing a savory broth with every bite. Tiramisu leaned slightly heavier on the liqueur, which I personally enjoyed -- bold, fragrant, and not overly sweet. Portions were very generous; the three of us couldn't finish everything and ended up packing two lunch-sized portions to go. Service was attentive and efficient without being intrusive. The dining room felt comfortable and relaxed -- classic Italian trattoria energy, warm and inviting. A meal that felt thoughtfully executed from start to finish. Already looking forward to coming back.

Eddie's has music playing inside and out, it's nice and you know you are there when you pull up and…read morehear it. The decor and lighting is really cool. It feels intimate and classy. The service is always great. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable, I'm sort of a jokster and the staff is always cool with that. Now, let's get down to business. The food, yes the food. It's delicious, I always order a Chicago style pizza when I go there for an appetizer. It's huge and delicious. Let me tell you, it's so flavorful and loaded with toppings. When I took my first bite of it, it was like the first time a kissed a girl.....amazing and forever stamped into my memory. The stuffed shells are so good too. They are cheesy and it's a huge portion. Not like the ones I eat at the beach, hard and salty. The chicken Parmesan is insane here. So much flavor and you get spaghetti with it. I can never finish it when I get it. Also, the bread they bring out to tables is so toasty and delicious. The waiter also came by and showed me their wine list. He asked me if I wanted some. Of course I ordered their finest Mr. Pibb on tap. The waiter served it to me and introduced it as their finest Pibb xtra with ice. Ooh it's the Pibb I've had at a restaurant. Give this joint a try in you're in town. Even if you're not in town, drive to it, you won't be disappointed. This joint is amazing!

I can't say enough great things about everything that is Claro's. The selections are endless. They…read morefreshly prepare and pack all thier products, from Sauces, to Meats, Cheeses and ready to bake Italian Favorites. Then you must hit the Deli for a one of a kind Sandwich to go...of course don't miss that Bakery! Its all TO DIE FOR!! The oils, vinegars, olives, Nd oh so delicious Wine selections just take your breath away. The folks here are so friendly, welcoming and helpful. Just walk through thier door for a one of a kind experience that will keep you coming back for more more more! We made meatball sandwiches when we got home. Freshly grated Parm-Romano, Huge Homemade Meatballs and a Marinara to salivate for, on thier freshly baked sandwich rolls. We were in Italian Heaven! We paired these with some wonderful Peroni Beer from thier fridge. It was one of thee best days we've had in awhile. Cannot wait to go back! It's like Disneyland in that you can grab different things each time. Just get there! You won't behi disappointed!!

I was really looking forward to trying this Italian Deli for some highly recommended sandwiches…read more They have just about any kind of Italian food item you can think of and the sandwich meats are fresh-sliced. Those my only positive comments from my first visit. I came on a Saturday so they might have been busier than normal. I had to wait quite a while for my number to be called and then I had to wait even longer because the server had to correct a mistake on the previous order. There was no place to sit and my knees were hurting from the wait. Once helped, the young man who wrote down my order walked toward the food prep area and almost immediately yelled that he was taking a break. The young man who prepared my three sandwiches seemed inexperienced and unsure how the sandwiches were made. I remained hopeful. I took the sandwiches to the cashier in another area of the store. She was young but cordial and asked if I wanted the sandwiches in a bag and I said, "yes please", only later to realize I was charged for the bag. As many other reviews mention, this business has amazing potential but the customer service is sorely lacking. There are obvious deficiencies in training and supervision. Now, about the sandwiches. The bread is tasty but VERY hard (almost stale). This is much different than all other sandwich places and I was not expecting it. I was very disappointed that one of the sandwiches was completely wrong and not the way I ordered it. I will say the sandwiches were a good value but the poor customer service and incorrect order will prevent me from returning. I hope your experience is better than mine!

First time visiting Vince's Spaghetti with a friend, and loved the environment and simple menu!…read moreEverything tasted good, and I loved the soup and salad served with our meals. Portion sizes are pretty large, and we thought the food tasted even better the next day! I can't wait to take another visit to Vince's even if it's a bit of a drive for us!