This WAS a favorite but, for some reason has really declined during our last two visits. Tonight…read morethere were four (4) of us -- upon arrival, they had no record of our reservation which was done (AND CONFIRMED) last week via FB Messenger. Nonetheless, they were able to accommodate us with only a brief wait -- overall, not a big deal. Service was average at best. Server was polite but did not write down our orders which meant coming back to confirm -- both drinks and food several times. We always enjoyed the pizza here so when we inquired about the pizza menu, none was provided but the server "rattled off" three pizza options. Not a good impression since, once we got a menu from the manager, there were plenty of choices. Took, what seemed like, forever to get drinks -- still not sure if there was actually a bartender or if the servers were handling the drinks. MUSIC IS INSANELY LOUD!!! TERRIBLE! Food was mediocre -- it used to be off the charts fantastic. Shrimp and Grits (two orders) were floating in grease from the onions and peppers -- it was awful. Pasta Alfredo, with shrimp and chicken was very good! Salmon with risotto was just okay. Long story short -- this place used to be fantastic, an absolute no brainer to visit regularly. But after three recent visits, we'll take a year or two off until they get their act together.

Email sent to beau@copperandoakky.com (taken from La Cosa Nostra's Facebook page) last night with…read moreno response (yet); will update review if a response is received: "I really don't know where to begin, I'm so taken aback. You're a restaurant in the business of hospitality, right? Perhaps share that with your employee named Ellie, who took it upon herself to nastily and aggressively berate my sister this evening. Let me paint a picture for you. Our party dined with you in observance of three family birthdays (my sister's being one of them) and brought a homemade cake to enjoy, just as we did last year when we reserved the vault room. Imagine our surprise when, upon receiving the checks, we were charged a $25 "cake cutting fee." I realize that's just semantics, like a "corkage fee," but maybe call it something else when the servers do no such thing. I digress. When questioned by my sister about the charge, Ellie told her in no uncertain terms that the cake cutting fee was clearly posted "on the door, the menu, and the website." Multiple members of our party thoroughly checked all three places and found it stated NOWHERE. The audacity! How rude and misinformed can one person be? Needless to say, an otherwise pleasant experience was instantly and wholly ruined by one person's lack of professionalism and tact. I've never had a bad experience at Copper & Oak, so I'm not sure what's gone wrong at La Cosa Nostra, but none of my meals there have come close by comparison. And you can be assured I'll never spend my hard earned money there again; in fact, I'll be hesitant to support Copper & Oak by mere association. And I'll be quick to caution others regarding both establishments. I'll be curious to see if this email is ignored (my prediction) or handled in a timely, professional manner. And even more curious to see - if acknowledged - how you intend to remedy the situation. Oh, and you might consider updating the website, as you highlight both spaghetti and meatballs and saltimbocca, but serve neither."

Absolutely adorable spot for Italian in Versailles!…read more I met up with some friend here for a girls dinner and luckily it was nice enough to be seated on the patio. We started with the arancini as well as the house bread that's served after you're seated- both super tasty. I'm not a huge pasta fan so I ordered a grilled romaine salad (that may be seasonal because I no longer see it on the menu). I added salmon and it was great! Our service was great and I definitely think Vallozzi's is worth the drive from Lexington!

Wow! What a great find in Versailles! We had planned to get to Rolling Oven pizza ( a family fave)…read morebut as fate would have it, they were super packed and it's too chilly to sit on the patio just yet. My wife points out Vallozzi's as we were walking back to the car, and we decided to try. We walked in and immediate love the vibe. The restaurant is gorgeous! And they were busy too. We walked up to see if we could get a table. She asked if we had a reservation and we didn't. She said they were totally booked. We were bummed but said thank you and agreed we'd come back when we did. As we were leaving, the hostess chased us down and asked if we still wanted to grab dinner, of course we said yes ...... and so began our dining journey with Vallozzis! Ashley as was our server and we took her recommendations on just about everything! The menu is varied with plenty of options. We started with the prosciutto plate and recommended wine - Teresa got the Angel Rose and I chose the Hall Chardonnay. Perfect. Our daughter had a Sprite, just to put that out there. Our daughter got the manicotti which looked fab! My wife got the Parma, and I got the special beef filet ravioli. Everything was prepared perfectly and we could not have been better service. Thanks Ashley! The ambiance is quite charming and you'll feel very comfortable being here! We needed to get dessert of course so we chose the banana tiramisu and got two of them to go! No disappointment at all. Really enjoyed our time and dining experience here and we'll definitely be back. There's too much on that fabulous menu to try, not yo come back and back and back. Check out Vallozzis! Make sure to get a reservation just to be safe. We will too!

Food was amazing as always and I love the vibe of this spot!! Clean and welcoming! The huge piece…read moreof bread is such a nice touch! You won't leave hungry!

The pizza was good but not a fan of the pizza bread. There wasn't really good service either. For…read moreranch, they gave packets, and they only had paper plates. Felt like more of a to go place than a proper restaurant.

Today we decided to get our of town and took a 45 minute drive to London, KY…read more Obviously wanting to eat somewhere different while we were there, we decided on Gondolier and I sure am happy that we did! Our waiter was Parker and he was absolutely awesome and very attentive. When we were seated, Parker brought us 2 complimentary piping hot breadsticks with marinara sauce. We were pleased to hear that these were all-you-can-eat because they were very good! They have quite a few lunchtime specials and from 2:00-4:00 (weekdays) all sandwiches are half off. My wife ordered the lasagna and I ordered the House Calzone. The lasagna was a HUGE serving and very tasty. My House Calzone had ham, ground beef, pepperoni, sautéed mushrooms & onions, mozzarella & ricotta cheese. Oh my! How do I describe this deliciousness! Let's just say that after the first bite, I closed my eyes and enjoyed the flavors! The crust is light and fluffy and it had plenty of ingredients. It was big enough for 2 people to share, but (except for the bite that I gave my wife) I devoured the whole thing! Gondolier is what I would call a small chain restaurant. There are a few scattered around (even one in Sevierville, TN) but they are still small enough to always use top quality ingredients and keep their prices very affordable. There use to be one closer to me in Berea, KY, but unfortunately it closed. You may think this crazy to read, but Gondolier has one of the best cheeseburgers that I have ever had! Without a doubt, we will make the 45 minute drive one-way just to go eat at Gobdolier again and again. Located just off exit 41, its an easy stop off of the interstate if you are traveling through the area. These guys are doing it right! Don't miss it and be sure to ask for Parker to be your waiter.

Excellent! Don't listen to the other disgruntled customers. If a cold frosty mud of draft beer and…read morea great pizza makes your day, you have come to the right place! The server visited my table 4 times in the first 10 minutes. There's nothing within 30 miles that can beat it! Steve

This is our absolute favorite Italian restaurant! We drive an hour each way to get here. The food…read moreis fresh and full of flavor! Our service has always been spot on and the ambiance is old world Italian adding to a great dinning experience. The prices are great especially for the amount of food you get.

A pre birthday warmup dinner. We walked in and were greeted warmly. We were seated and our server…read morebrought us some waters. We placed a wine order. We shared an order of brushetta. The bread was fresh and the topping was great. Tomatoes and basil are great together with the balsamic drizzle..Delish. My mother ordered the Alfredo with salmon. She absolutely enjoyed the dish. I ordered the Bolognese. It was good but, slightly under seasoned. The menu was a bit different than what was online but, we enjoyed our choices. There were no desserts available for the evening. The staff is great. We will visit again.

The food is fresh and homemade. Stopped by this place during a business trip and was happy I did!…read moreThe food taste great and the prices are even better lol. I was lucky to show up during a 2 6"inch subs for $5! And their bucket of seasoned fries is only 1.49! Just love this place. Wish I could find one closer to home though.

From a chain in a gas station they are surprisingly competitive, all i have to say, try, try,…read moremunch, munch

The restaurant was clean. Our waitress was friendly but service was slow, despite us being the only…read morediners in the building on a Friday afternoon. The food was good and our bread tasted fresh.

Melini Cucina is easily my go-to spot whenever I'm in Morehead. The food is always on point, and…read morethe service has been consistently warm and attentive every time I visit. On my most recent trip, I ordered the baked ziti and my dad had the chicken parm--both were outstanding. The ziti was baked to perfection with just the right amount of cheese and sauce, and the chicken parm was tender, crispy, and loaded with flavor. They clearly don't cut corners here. Plus, the breadsticks they bring out before the meal are warm, soft, and totally addictive. The portions are generous (you'll probably leave with leftovers), and the atmosphere is laid-back and welcoming--perfect for a casual dinner or a family night out. If you're in Morehead and craving hearty, flavorful Italian food, Melini Cucina is a must. Can't wait to go back!

Located on the Main Street of Stanford, KY. Same folks who own Bluebird. Stone hearth oven…read morepizzas. Pizzas are served 10 inches, so essentially personal pan pizzas. Our group of three had fun ordering three pizzas and mixing and matching. I had the very unique "Kentuscany," made with smoked pork, goat cheese, sweet red onions, and house-made bourbon sorghum reduction. A little sweet for me (no surprise there), but I appreciated the flavors. Another member of our group had the La Cicciona, made with ground beef, Italian sausage, ham, and pepperoni. I felt this pie could have used a little more seasoning. Another peep had the pesto di pollo, made with pesto, roasted chicken, artichoke hearts, red onions, and pine nuts. I'm not a fan of these types of pizzas, but this one was quite flavorful. I really appreciated it. Savory and delicious. They also have fungi (mushroom) pizzas, pepperoni, veggie, plain cheese pizzas. You can also make your own pizzas with various toppings. Anti-pasta includes: meatballs, spicy kale cesar salad, spaghetti. They have wine and cocktails as well. I had the sidecar, made with brandy, lemon juice, and orange liqueur. Very refreshing, a little on the sweet and thick side. Attentive service.

First, the good: the cheese bread--delicious . Wish we had ordered it without the cheese-- doesn't…read moreneed it. two types of pizza sampled. The bee sting and the "works." (I forget the name) both excellent. Crunchy, bubbly crust, decent sauce, nice and hot. Could have used a bit more meat. Spaghetti with meat sauce, very good. Now the bad: "eggplant parmigiana" absolutely farcical. Tiny enough to be Barbie food, but listed as an entree--what?!? Eggplant parmigiana comes with a side of spaghetti in every Italian American restaurant on earth. This one was TEN DOLLARS and saltier than JOAN RIVERS! My friend sent it back and they offered 50% off (LOL) He said it is inedible, and i want the whole charge removed. They complied. Server was nice and efficient, ambiance was primo, tiramisu was DIVINE, tiny cannolis were great! Overall, EXCELLENT restaurant. Just remember folks, if you have a questionable item on the menu, and someone sends it back, REMOVE the whole charge--standard practice.

First time at Giuseppe's since moving to Lexington. Appetizers and mains (arancini and mussel…read moreappetizers and veal piccata and scampi aglio and olio) were really outstanding. Salads ( Caesar and Gorgonzola) were forgettable- neither of us finished. Enjoyable space. It was busy and lively without being overwhelming loud. Negative is parking. Not sure when they have extensive parking lots they make you choose between parking on side of narrow street or paying $10 for valet parking. Even on a busy night one parking lot was empty but blocked off with sign saying valet only.

For the past ten years we've made a tradition of visiting a dear friend in Lexington while…read moretraveling south. Sometimes it's just a one-night stop, sometimes a few days, but we always take her out for a proper dinner. This trip, arriving from Chicago and following my chiropractor's enthusiastic recommendation, we chose Giuseppe's, and it turned out to be a very lovely evening. The space is warm and inviting, with plenty of wood, cozy lighting, and an impressive display of bourbons and wines that immediately sets a welcoming tone. We started with gnocchi and mozzarella alla milanese. The gnocchi were nicely al dente and the paired sauces complemented each other well. My husband and I shared the daily special, halibut with a light creamy caper sauce. The fish leaned slightly overcooked, but the flavors were still very enjoyable, and the Brussels sprouts were perfectly done. Our friend ordered the fettuccine Alfredo, and after one bite I understood her happiness... rich, creamy, and comforting. Dessert became a celebration: a Spumoni Bomba (three gelatos wrapped in a chocolate shell) and a warm maple cake with ice cream that was honestly sinful in the best way. Our server, Tim, didn't make the strongest first impression but warmed up quickly becoming attentive and pleasant. Cocktails could use a little more polish, my Old Fashioned was a bit harsh, and I was surprised a Boulevardier wasn't available despite a Negroni being on the menu and bourbon well represented. Overall, a very good experience and a wonderful dinner with friends, not bad at all for just a brief stop in town.