This was a good place to eat Italian after going to see the musical Six with my friend. Despite its popularity and the amount of people that arrived when they opened at 4pm, the servers handled it well. The atmosphere is great with a large variety of choices to pick from. I got the salmon Alfredo and my friend got the Fettucini Bologonese. There was a little blip as my Alfredo came out with shrimp instead of the salmon I ordered but it was rectified quite easily. We picked our food from a tablet that showed pictures and prices. The salad with cranberries.walnuts and gorgonozola cheese was very good. We were both pleased and were so hungry that I didn't take pictures. We had left early in the morning due to the weather to attend our early afternoon show. The sangria was also very good and I liked how it came in ready to pour individual bottles. We were offered a shot of lemon cello for the road but had to decline due to the 2 1/2 hour ride home. It was a good thing also as we had a few slick spots on the freeway on the way home. Thanks Gratzi for the wonderful dinner and in a rare case there was absolutely no leftovers. read more

I dined at Gratzi on a Monday evening hosting a work dinner for 10 people. I chose Gratzi for the dinner because it's one of the few premier restaurants in small town Midland as far as ambience and selection. The interior of the restaurant is nice and suitable for a date night, special occasion, or work event. This time I had the Parmigiano di Coregone. I appreciated the crust on the whitefish filet, but the flavor was underwhelming. It needed extra seasoning (salt and pepper) to bring it up to par with the lemon-caper butter. The Costolette Brasate was too cheesy to the point where it consumed the taste of the slow roasted beef short rib. The calamari was the highlight of the night. Cocktails selection was good, with average strength. Service was a bit slow and I didn't expect that for a party of 10 on a Monday night. Overall 6/10. read more

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Amazing, very professional and attentive service when we sat at a table and at the bar rail on separate occasions. Our appetizers and meals were perfect, the atmosphere is quiet even in the busy dinner rush it doesn't feel crowded. It was the perfect date night! read more

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The service was great but the food was just meh. Our server did an amazing job for our table of 12 and was very helpful with food and drink suggestions. We had the table alfredo and sea bass because it was recommended by our friend who lives in the area. My daughter loves carbonara so that's what she ordered. We also shared the calamari for appetizer. The calamari was ok, the breading was a bit heavy and it's served with an aioli instead of the traditional marinara. The table alfredo was a bit dry (not enough sauce) and the pasta was overcooked. Maybe that's how Michigan likes their pasta? We were not asked how we wanted it cooked so just assumed it was al dente. The carbonara was not flavorful or creamy. The sea bass was overcooked as well. The drinks was on point. I had the peach mule and my husband had the espresso martini. Overall, ambience was nice and the service was great. Price point for the food was high considering it was just meh. read more

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We had a small dinner here on a Monday night. The hostess took a bit to take us to our table, the initial table wasn't clean. But the table they gave us was clean and stable. We ordered Brussels sprouts , pasta, and two salads, one with salmon. The pasta was quite interesting. They showed us part of the process of how the sauce was made with the raw egg. Unfortunately, the food tasted a bit bland, besides the insalada mista which had a lot more mixed and blue cheese in it. The area was nicely decorated but there was a tv or two in the area if you need to catch up on a game or two. It felt out of place but that might be part of the small town feel. There is free street parking and there are double markings so your car will have plenty of room from the front and back! read more

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Had a wonderful evening at Gratzi this Sunday with my boyfriend. Probably the best restaurant service I have ever experienced! My boyfriend had heard about the table side pasta and we made a reservation for the dining room after a day of walking through Dow Garden. It's a beautiful restaurant but I wouldn't say it's super romantic or intimate since the tables are so close together. Our server (I wish I remembered her name!) was SO kind and fun and we had such a great experience with her. We talked about TV shows and I can tell that she has good taste haha. She did a great job explaining the menu and going over the offerings and the ingredients that they use in their dishes and where they come from. She wasn't pushy at all with buying drinks or additional items which I always appreciate. I wish our waters got checked more often but that's the only little suggestion I have! We got started with some focaccia and an arancini amuse-bouche. The risotto arancini was delicious and flavorful and I thought the texture was fabulous, crispy on the outside but light on the inside. The focaccia was also very good, the cheese on top especially. We ordered the fried ravioli for our appetizer and that was also very tasty. You can definitely tell that they use fresh, local ingredients. The red sauce they were served with was so yummy I was scraping the plate! Even though they were fried they were not heavy at all and the cheese filling was nice and smooth. We both got the alfredo de tavola with grilled chicken for our entrée. The person who did our demonstration was also very kind and talked us through the aging process for the Parmigiano Reggiano. We did get splashed with the cheese a little bit but that's wasn't a big deal haha. The portion of chicken they gave us (in a separate bowl) was quite generous and I thought that the prices were quite reasonable for the level of service they provide. The fresh pasta was amazing and they definitely don't skimp out on how much cheese they give you for the alfredo. We were too full for dessert but we finished the night with a complimentary limoncello digestif that made the occasion feel extra special. Overall, I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a nice date night restaurant or to celebrate a special occasion! We had SUCH a great time! read more

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Delicious pasta! Friendly personnel! Very nice atmosphere. Enjoyed my experience very much.

I was in midland for a pickleball tournament, and we found this lovely Italian restaurant to carb up...and I was SO glad we went there. The Alfredo..the best I've ever had. All the pasta was handmade/everything was made in house and it was obvious. The sauce was fresh, not too thick or creamy, just right. The woman who sat us down at our table was very friendly and inviting. Overall, the restaurant was so good - if I'm ever in Midland again I would go back. The parking was easy, and there was even live music on the street which was nice to eat and people watch/listen to the tunes while on the patio. read more

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After being highly recommended by coworkers, I decided to have dinner at Gratzi on my final night in Midland. The meals are pretty pricey (especially for Midland standards) but all were plated nicely and tasty. Was this the best Italian food I've had? No- but for the classy ambiance, friendly servers and variety it brings to the Midland restaurant scene, I think this is a must-try place if you're in town. The focaccia bread they offer at the table was so fresh right out of the oven. The Pollo Toscano soup wasn't the best soup I've had, but hit the spot. For my main meal, I ordered the Pollo Mostarda which I've never had elsewhere. The goat cheese and fig added a nice creamy complement to the dish- only complaint is I wish there was an option for a non-cauliflower risotto option since I'm not the biggest fan of cauliflower and think regular rice risotto would work even better! Quantity wise, I wish there was a bit more offered and I definitely would have been hungrier had I not eaten bread/soup beforehand. Overall, a good place to get a classy meal in the heart of downtown Midland. I hope to be back soon! read more

Gratzi - Pollo Mostarda - Italian Near Me - Midland, Michigan

First time back in many years. We were in the area and I used to love Gratzi Ann Arbor before they closed. We arrived on a Sunday night. The restaurant had about 6 tables sat including the front bar area. Which was surprising because online there weren't many reservations open. We were greeted by the Host and Manager who were at the desk. We checked in and were told our seats would be ready soon as they were getting them cleared and set. Almost ten minutes later we still were waiting. I figured maybe the server was overly booked and needed a few extra moments. So imagine our shock when we were finally taken to the dining room and it was empty. More than half of the restaurant was available. The host wanted to sit is at a small table in the walkway area. We requested the adjacent booth. Instead of granting that request, she paused, looked bothered, looked around for a few seconds and then finally said "I guess so", in a rude tone. We found her very unaccommodating and rude from the time we were waiting and this just topped it off. Front of staff is where your first impressions are made. And sadly she didn't start our experience off on a good note. Thankfully, our server was amazing. Very friendly, helpful, accomodating. I wish I remembered her name. We loved the Amuse-Bouche they served, I could even participate with my food allergies. Definitely an added bonus and not something I've had at any other restaurant owned by this company. It was delicious. A carrot Puree. I miss the bread they used to serve, Focaccia was a bit dry. Dinner was good and of course the complimentary Limoncello at the end. Smaller than I remembered but tasty. read more

The service was great, and a nice ambiance. I really expected more flavor from this dish. It looks great but the sauce was bland, the dish just lacked flavor. For the price, it did not meet that standard. read more

Gratzi - Pollo Parmigiano - Italian Near Me - Midland, Michigan

I don't suggest eating inside the place is freezing. The dining room is about 50° as manager to turn up the heat. She said she couldn't because her boss wouldn't let her what a bunch of shit. I wouldn't give this place one star It's obvious they can't afford to keep the heat on read more

Finally had time to order take out from Gratzi tonight. Aside from my order taking longer to get through from the website, the food was outstanding. Bought two entrées, one for now, one for later. The carbonara was so good. A sharp, garlicky and flavorful. The panceta was perfect in it. Didn't taste like any I've had before, but I give it two thumbs up. My standard for chicken Marsala is carrabbas- theirs while not similar to carrabbas was outstanding. Great sauce over 2 breasts, served with broccolini overview ravioli. Amazing. Great place. Btw- if my pictures don't look great, it's because a pickup slammed on their brakes in front of me. read more

Gratzi - Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Midland, Michigan

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Love the food here, especially the vegetarian options available. The pizza was really good, the crust was thin, chewy, and a little charred, just like we had in Italy. Tortellini was so good, and the Alfredo da tavola is a must to see at least once. The parmesan wheel comes from Italy and tastes authentic. Service was a little slow (and usually is) so expect to spend a decent amount of time here. There was a mistake with our order that was quickly resolved. Ambiance is elegant and classy, however there is no dress code so casual is fine to wear. Will be returning again! read more

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Their food service is beyond slow, it's almost comical. Our birthday ten year old requested we eat here as he loves the pasta made in the parm block. Ninety minutes later we were served cold sticky pasta. Two pizzas were cold and a third one was burnt. Oh by the way, the kids meal and birthday person no longer get icecream. We had eight people so our bill was hefty. The food service was horrible. This was my third and last visit. How a restaurant stays in business with such horrible food delivery is shocking. read more

Went back recently and what a pleasant surprise! The food was flavorful, the atmospheric was smooth and our Server Mari was excellent!!!

If I could give 0, I definitely would. Been here before and loved the food but found the service standoffish. Yet I still recommend this place to others coming to midland. Today 4 of us and a baby walk in at 5pm to a pretty empty restaurant and are promptly asked if we have a reservation, which we didn't think to make for a Thursday at 5pm. They make us wait to put something together after we absolutely refused to be seated in their empty patio in 85 degree weather. AGAIN, completely empty restaurant. They put us in a round booth and we ask if we can get the table next to us instead since it was empty and had more room. The manager comes by and says we had to put something together to accommodate you and all these tables are reserved. No one had even walked in after us. So we got up and left. So disappointing. read more

Outstanding food and service from our server Justin. We had the Veal Scallopini, Eggplant Parmesan, Fettuccine Alfredo and Chicken Marsala. All were excellent, and the Tiramisu topped it all off. read more

We were thankful to find 2 seats at the bar rather than wait 2 hours to be seated. The area of the bar was relaxed and the bartender was attentive and friendly. The focaccia bread was fresh and warm and our side salads were flavorful. The bolognese had an appropriate amount of noodles to sauce and was flavorful. The alfredo (not from the cheese wheel) came with very dry pasta and small chunks of chicken buried in the pasta. I asked for a side of Alfredo sauce and couldn't quite figure out what it was, but quickly discovered the next day when eating my leftovers it was butter a lot of butter. It was basically buttered noodles not Alfredo sauce. Disappointing. I thought maybe my experience was a one off but found other Yelp reviews regarding the Alfredo Pasta. read more

Gratzi - Butter after i ate my leftover Alfredo pasta. - Italian Near Me - Midland, Michigan

Stopped in for Happy Hour while at a conference. Excellent service, Great drinks and the margherita pizza was delicious. read more

Popped into Gratzi the other night and ate at the bar. Bar area is my favorite for dining there.. best vine imo. Went with the shrimp Alfredo, very tasty, very good. Wish there was another shrimp or two but I'm Splitting hairs. Service always good and friendly. Good dinner spot, celebrations, etc. read more

Gratzi - Shrimp Alfredo - Italian Near Me - Midland, Michigan

We've utilized Gratzi for several group events. The food is great and the service has been excellent as well. I've been speaking with Amanda regarding another upcoming group event and she has been wonderful to work with. We will definitely be back in the future. read more

Great wedding anniversary! Great food and service! Held a business Christmas dinner in one of their private guest rooms and it didn't disappoint! read more

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Always good. Great bar. Great bartenders. Very knowledgeable & entertaining. We enjoy sitting at the bar & having dinner. read more

Good food and nice drink selection. Staff set our large party at a small horseshoe table; bad choice.

Although the service exceptional and the ambiance was what one would expect, the FOOD was terrible. I ordered a simple chicken alfredo. I was served the pasta with uniform 1/2" square chunks of chicken that looked like they just came from the frozen food section at Costco and with NO Alfredo sauce! When I complained, they brought out a small pitcher of very watery Alfredo sauce. Bottom line: No gratzi, Gratzi. read more

Phenomenal evening at Gratzi with great service and atmosphere. We had a large group and had delicious appetizers with an array of pasta bowls! Highly recommend for couples or small business meetings. Chris our waiter was also very good. read more

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Food is high quality and delicious. The service is top notch. Gratzi has a relaxing quiet ambiance. Recommend this place for anyone looking for a quality dinner experience. read more

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our dinner started out slow due some confusion on who would serve our table. Cale stepped up to take on our service and knocked it out of the park! He knows the foood and wine menu very well, made great suggestions, and fulfilled all of our requests. the food was excellent- including the fire-baked pizza, and table-side cheese Alfredo service! athe four of us enjoyed a great evening, which was aided by Cale's great service. we will be back, and will request him as our server every time! read more

Love the Shrimp Scampi with sun dried tomatoes!! . The wait staff was really good at explaining the various dishes. Very enjoyable evening!' read more

When in downtown Midland and you want a nice Italian dinner, this place fits the bill 100% We started with a complìmentary bite courtesy of the chef, a fried red pepper with fennel little ball. It had a white onion garnish. Very tasty. Our server also brought out complimentary focaccia bread. It was good but needed butter. We asked for olive oil to dip in. It was late for us and we are not big eaters so 3 of split a pizza/flatbread. Small in size but big on taste. We also split the fettuccine Alfredo, very good with a rich sauce. We added chicken which was bite size pieces. The portion of the Alfredo was not large though for the $20.90. See my photo. Service was excellent from our server Amanda S. She was knowledgeable and had great suggestions. Overall very good and a solid 5 stars for service, 4 for the food, making it overall 4 stars. Not sure why the $$ rating, should be $$$ I think. read more

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I was blown Away by the amazing service and food we received at gratzi. I got a pizza and delicious lemon drop martinis. My husband got some beer which was nice and cold. We also got delicious Brussels sprouts as a starter. The home made lemon cello as dessert was a perfect way to end the night. The food was so good. And again the service was amazing. Prices were high. But for that environment. And service and quality of food it wasn't to bad. I am looking forward to go again. I want to try the cheese wheel. read more

Amazing food and service in a great atmosphere. Their fish dishes are amazing and service is always good.

My sons treated me for my birthday in July 20th. Food was terrible at best. Veal was like cardboard. My shrimp scampi was dry and my son's mezzaluna( short ribs )was dry and tough.. we returned the veal and we suffered through the other two. Server apologized saying it was not the usual quality. Why not? When my late husband was still here we loved to have dinner at your place. I don't think I would risk my money again. Hate to say that because I have great memories while eating there. read more

Blandest and most tasteless food ever experienced outside a hospital cafeteria. Antarctica seems more palatible.

One of the better places to go if craving more authentic, Italian cuisine. I enjoy a good shrimp pasta dish and the Scampi di Gamberetti con Linguine (Sautéed jumbo gulf shrimp, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, and white wine butter sauce) was very flavorful with jumbo shrimp! read more

Our server Kennedy was amazing! Food was great and we enjoyed several dishes! Food was great and dessert limoncello was amazing with the complimentary limoncello shots. We will be back!! read more

The service was great and all the staff were friendly. The food was good, but my favorite was their house salad. Will definitely try again.

Beet salad 5 stars Short rib pasta 41/2 stars Table side Alfredo was excellent but lukewarm and dry. Ordered extra Alfredo when we ordered per server suggestion and then had to wait to eat pasta over 5 minutes. We didn't receive silverware upon being sat (had to request 3 times), Caesar salad plates not cleared, service was not attentive. Manager delivered sauce and did not inquire about service. Food was good but not getting water refilled or prompt service detracted from experience. I have had much better service previously. Tiramisu and cappuccino both good. read more

My wife and I tried Gratzi two nights ago. The venue is very nice. Food not so much. I had Chicken marsala, My wife had Chicken parmesan. My chicken was very tough. could have used a steak knife. The sauce was watery and had very little marsala flavor. The asparagus was tough as well. My wife's dish had spaghetti with barely any sauce. I could see, from just looking, that the pasta was not covered in sauce. My wife took the leftovers home and applied Kroger sauce and finished it off. Our server was very nice, but it was hard to hear her over the music and background noise. We arrived at 5:15 so i'm not sure if it gets much louder later in the evening. As I mentioned the venue was very nice, I would consider it upscale, especially for Midland. I was surprised that the food did not match the surroundings. I understand the food business is tough to say the least. So was Gratzi's food. The curtains did not match the drapes. We had no drinks besides water. My wife did have a very nice desert and the bill came to $91 including tip. Olive Garden's food is much better. That being said......Yikes it shouldn't be. read more