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    La Dolce Vita

    4.4 (113 reviews)
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    We moved to Lewes from NY a year ago. Have tried Italian places but nothing exceptional. Wanted to try a different Italian restaurant for our anniversary. Saw the good reviews and thought we would give it a try. Exceptional food, and service. Homemade bread and the Italian wedding soup, as well as the Eggplant Parmesan. Plentiful servings. Owner is Sicilian just like my husband's family. Vincenzo came by twice to introduce himself and check to see how our meal was. Warm homey feeling and reasonably priced. Will definitely be back and bringing family and friends. Make sure to make reservations, even in the off season.

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    Andrew T.

    My wife and I went for dinner here because we heard it was good. We had to drive 40 minutes to get there, but it was worth it! It's a nice cozy place that seats about 50 people. Reservations are a must! Started with some homemade bread accompanied by a nice Aioli mix and an espresso martini. All were great! I had a cup of cream of crab bisque and it was one of the best I've ever had! She had the Chicken Piccata and I had the Chicken Parm. Both were made to perfection! The owner, Vincenzo, personally made a couple of stops by the table to introduce himself and make sure everything was okay. If you're in the area, make a reservation you won't be disappointed!

    Chocolate Cannoli (it's chocolate chip)
    Francine Y.

    A good dinner choice for take out but maybe next time we will do dine in. Each dish was flavorful and a good portion with great pricing especially during these Covid times. We ordered: Chicken Parmesan with angel hair pasta Penne a la vodka with chicken Fettuccine Alfredo with chicken Garlic bread Calamari Tiramisu Chocolate cannoli They all came with a side salad. Tiramisu was good and so was the cannoli. It says chocolate cannoli but what they really meant was chocolate chip. I spoke to Brad in the phone for my take out order and he was very kind and professional.

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    Both the food and service was great. The dining room could use an update, but it was very clean.

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    Wife and I came here recently for the first time and loved it. Very much a ma and pop shop type of place with good ole home cooking.

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    7 months ago

    Best food ever !! Great service we love the atmosphere and will eat there again ! They make the best eggplant parm!!!!

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    9 months ago

    Food was good the service was wonderful and the owner makes it a home feel. The veal was tender and the fish was fresh. Nice wine list.

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    Very good food, very attentive and kind owner who makes it a point to speak with every table.

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    Amazing homemade italian and even better people. It feels like dinner with a family.

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    The BEST Italian food around! Just a small little place in a small strip mall, but the food is outstanding!

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    Love the food and excellent service !, I love the sangria there which you can get a pitcher if you have a crowd !

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    Don't let the outside deceive you. First time in OC and came here for Italian. The whole…read moreexperience was great. We sat at the bar. Good sized bar, full service, TV's (NHL Playoffs were on) Staff were great. Side note, whomever was in charge of the playlist knew his or her assignment- well done. Very much an old Italian restaurant feel. Staff was extremely nice and attentive. And heads up the meal will arrive quickly. So do what we did. Order a drink and an appetizer then main course when ready. Portions are very generous. We had ample leftovers- see the pictures- for dinner tomorrow when we get back home.and the pricing were reasonable. The bread is crispy, fresh and warm. So to the food. All the portions are large. Calamari as an appetizer- ohhhh So good. Very light and crispy, not dense or big clumps of calamari. Sauce was spot on. Slight pepper taste to it. They had a special tonight- ossobuco (pork shank) tomato sauce and gnocchi which the mrs had- and so did four others near us. The pork was so tender and fell off the bone, very very good. I was highly encouraged to have the chicken parm. Not sure how the hell they found a chicken that big for the portion I received. Outstanding. Lightly breaded, juicy, very nice sauce and goobs of cheesy goodness.. how any human could eat this in one sitting is beyond me. We have amble leftovers for tomorrow. Mrs got cannolis to go. Pizza made on the spot.. we will be back and this spot is highly recommended.. I found the prices reasonable and better than other offerings in the area. They close at 9 so keep that in mind..

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