The restaurant was pretty much empty but service was quick and our food was out within 20 minutes,…read moreappetizers were out even quicker. Overall, it's definitely worth visiting.

We have been driving by this place for 8+ years and finally decided to stop. And we are thankful…read morewe did the marinara sauce with the mozzarella sticks was amazing. We both loved each dish that we got. I got the build your own, which was Angel hair pasta with shrimp and fettuccine sauce which next time I would ask for a little bit more sauce, but tasted delicious. Also, the other dish was delicious however, that's why they get a four instead of a five because they forgot the chicken in the dish. However, we will definitely be back. We loved the food atmosphere is a fun family style and service was good.

The food was great. The service was great. The ambiance was fine (on the patio - inside was pretty…read morebusy this time. Both breads were very fresh and very good. Salads were a good size. The portion size on the regular eggplant dinner wasn't quite as big as the very large chicken parmesan, but still a good size. We had a great night and very nice dinner with very good food. If I have one other criticism from our visit, it's that I prefer getting a bill over than having the info on a handheld screen read to me. I feel it's a bit classier and prefer having the chance to look it over. That CERTAINLY will not keep us from returning!

I really wanted to like Bella Italia, and the food itself deserves credit. It was genuinely good…read more Unfortunately, the service experience overshadowed everything else. We were seated in the outdoor area and then sat for over 20 minutes without a single server coming to our table. When someone finally did, they apologized and explained there had been a miscommunication among the staff. I appreciated the apology, but the issues didn't end there -- our salad never made it to the table. Instead, it was packed up at the end of the meal and handed to us to take home, which isn't quite the same as enjoying it with dinner. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing, but a restaurant is more than just food. With so many other great restaurants in the Winter Garden area, I won't be coming back.

Neither us felt like cooking on a Friday night so we headed over to Bella Tuscany in Ocoee around 7…read morePM to grab dinner. The location was definitely not busy. We chose to sit at the bar area and we're greeted promptly by the bartender. Brought for the menu as well as a few new items that are going to be on the new menu. This location has new ownership and is in the process of being converted to a German restaurant My husband got the chicken Parmesan and said it was delicious. He did say that the sauce does have a little kick to it but he enjoyed it. He also said the chicken was cooked really well. I opted for the carne flatbread. Which had Italian sausage, pepperoni, meatball on it. It was really good and the flatbread was nice and light and not heavy. Overall, we did enjoy ourselves and enjoyed our meal. Definitely is a little bit more expensive than locations nearby as our meal with three adult beverages ran about $95.

Came for brunch on a Sunday afternoon. Service was incredibly slow for only a few tables in the…read morerestaurant. The servers were nice but it took forever to get drinks and to order. We had to keep flagging down our server to get refills. The food came out lukewarm. I did enjoy the flavor of my smoked salmon frittata, especially with the addition of the avocado on top. I like that I was able to substitute the potatoes for fruit for no upcharge. I will say that the menu stated my frittata had cheese in it, but I could not taste any kind of cheese. I wish there was a bit more stuff in general inside. It was a bit overcooked as well. I enjoyed the mimosas. For only $17 you could get unlimited, which was definitely worth it. I also tasted the Kir Royales and found them to be tasty but a bit too sweet for me to keep ordering. I do like that there is the option of four different drinks if you go the unlimited route.

This is a great Italian restaurant located in a strip mall in the Altamonte Springs area…read more Parking is easy because it's a strip mall, so there's parking everywhere. They take reservations, but when I called I was told that they don't take them past three p.m. because they get incredibly busy. Judging by the quality of the food, that's not hard to believe. There's a series of appetizers available. We tried mussels and their fried calamari, and both were delicious. The portions are generous, so you can bring a large party and order a few to share. We were a party of six and we did fine with the two appetizers. There's also some bread that's complementary and comes with a delicious spread on the side! This alone is a great reason to visit here. Our mains also came with either a soup or salad. I had the Caesar salad, and it was great! Nice croutons with a light dressing and some shredded cheese. I ordered their carbonara for my mains. You can pick from a variety of pastas, such as spaghetti and linguine. I chose spaghetti, as I felt it would better absorb the sauce. The sauce was a nice creamy sauce served with prosciutto and had that classic carbonara flavor. Totally delicious! For drinks, they have many options, such as coffee and soda, as well as a wine selection. Great options for drinks in this place. The service is also great. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable and checked on us regularly. Overall, it's a fantastic restaurant. Great food and great service. You may want to plan ahead if you're going later in the day, as it looks like they don't take reservations past 3 p.m. as I understand it. If you must wait, though, I'd say it's worth it. I highly recommend this place!!

A great place for Italian food in Altamonte Springs. Come early for lunch because they fill up…read more The manicotti was to die for. The service was fast and friendly.

Solid neighborhood Italian place…read more Bella Tuscany reminds me of the Italian restaurants of my childhood. There's a distinct smell of baking pizzas and Italian breads and also those red checked table cloths that just reminds me of being a kid. The food was pretty basic, but everything tasted pretty good. The wine list was more ambitious that I had expected, maybe because we were Windermere adjacent, but good for them. I had a more than serviceable glass of Chianti. I wasn't particularly hungry and just ordered a caprese salad. It was tasty, although I wish they had used fresh basil instead of pesto. My son loved the tomato bisque, and my husband cleaned his penne alla vodka with shrimp plate. We also shared an antipasto plate, and the variety on that platter was impressive. Lots of parking as the mini mall is adjacent to a Publix.

Food was delicious as always with a cozy atmosphere due to the dividing walls placed strategically…read morethroughout the restaurant. We were promptly seated with ample time to review the menu. Everyone enjoyed their food and the service was good. I ordered a side house Salad with a side of wild salmon. The total was $18 which isn't bad, especially for the amount of food it came with. The salmon was not heavily seasoned, which I liked. I wish it came with lemon on the side but we had plenty at the table for water so it worked out fine. My salad was perfectly crisp as well. Serving sizes are generous and prices are reasonable.

Prato is one of those restaurants that has been on my list to visit for some time. I understand why…read moreit's Michelin recommended! The restaurant is located right on Park Ave. there is both street parking and a parking lot available. When we arrived for our reservation we were greeted promptly by the host. The ambiance is warm and romantic while still feeling vibrant and lively. The bar is definitely a focal point as it's centered and plenty of seating around it. Sabrina was our server and provided wonderful service and truly made us feel welcomed. The food and cocktails were rich, flavorful, and delicious. Definitely a spot worth visiting!

I went to Prato for dinner with my girls, and as always, the food was absolutely delicious. Every…read moretime I come here, the quality is consistently great, which is one of the reasons I keep coming back. We walked in and were seated outside, which made for such a nice atmosphere, especially on a pleasant evening in Winter Park. Our waiter was also really friendly and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. When it got too hot outside, he was so kind and let us move inside, which we really appreciated. I ordered the cacio e pepe, and it was amazing. The pasta was rich, flavorful, and perfectly prepared, and I was pleasantly surprised by the portion size since it was very satisfying without feeling too heavy. Between the consistently great food, welcoming service, and lovely atmosphere, Prato continues to be one of my favorite spots for a nice dinner with friends.

The ghostie pizza is adorable and the decor is so fun! the service is great. Maya took great care…read moreof us

Looking for a cool Halloween themed eating experience ?…read more Well Mangoni in downtown winter garden has out done themselves once's again! We came specifically for the Halloween theme and the kids loved every minute . From the themed Halloween cocktails (4) to the skull garlic knots, ghostly margherita pizza, killer cannoli and pumpkin king gelato, we ordered everything ! My favorite cocktail was the gravedigger . We definitely loved this pop up , go check them out before it's over , service was awesome!

I visit the Winter Park farmers market. OCP has a booth there weekly. Prices are great and…read moreservice is very friendly.

I pass by Orlando City Pasta at the Winter Garden Farmers Market regularly and finally decided to…read moregive them a try. They had a few flavors to choose from....all sounded great but I went with garlic. It cost $6.00 for what I am guessing was an eight ounce package. It was worth every penny. The pasta was sturdy and yet still tender. The flavor was bold but smooth...It was not pungent. I thought that the pasta was so delicious that I skipped the sauce and fresh grated parmesan....instead I tossed it in the tiniest bit of butter. It was a star all on its own.

I had the pleasure of dining with husband and approximately 40 guests following a business…read moreconference and the experience from beginning to end was exceptional. We were greeted with a beautiful smile and escorted to a private area. The area was elegantly separated from the main dining area with ceiling to floor velvet drapes. The space felt intimate and beautifully prepared for such a large party. Each guest rcvd 2 drink tickets. Each place setting contained prix fixe menu, a glass of water and chilled water in glass bottles for convent refills. Service was top notch. Drink selections were taken immediately after taking a seat. I ordered House Made Lemonade that was perfectly prepared...not too sweet or tart. Once the majority of the guests arrived, each table was served multiple portions of PANE AL FORMAGGIO V & SALUMI & FORMAGGI BOARDS. Both starters were freshly prepared and delicious. Our entree orders were taken as we continued networking & enjoying the starters, followed by a Caesar Salad. For my entree, I chose the CHARGRILLED BRANZINO GF and it exceeded my expectation. The headless whole fish stuff with fresh garlic & capers was served over a large portion of broccolini. The taste was amazing and the portion was generous. I was only able to finish a quarter of my entree but there was no way I was leaving anything behind. Several guests felt the same and also requested to go containers. Hubby and I passed on Tiramisu. We had no room left. Overall this was an amazing dining experience. I applaud the staff for the excellent service they delivered. I hope to visit the next time we're in Orlando.

Mia's Italian Kitchen was amazing! this was our first stop for a late lunch after we landed in…read moreflorida, and i'm so glad we picked this! the menu was HUGE, and there were so many things that looked good that i honestly couldn't decide what to get. we ended up getting the mediterrean pizza, banana french toast, and the rigatoni al funghi and i got the italian margarita. everything was sooo delicious! this was my first time trying all of these items, and i was honestly so surprised by how good everything was. each dish was flavorful and tasted so fresh. the banana french toast was very bananay but not too sweet at all, and the pizza and pasta were both delicious too! definitely didn't expect the rigatoni al funghi to taste as good as it did. the service was amazing as well. our server was super friendly and attentive. the ambiance was also really nice, and the interior was so beautifully decorated. overall, such a great first meal after landing in florida! i would definitely come back and try more of the menu next time because there were still so many things i wanted to try!