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La Veranda Italian Restaurant

3.7 (514 reviews)
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Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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Caeser salad
Chelsey V.

The chef is amazing. Some of the best authentic Italian eats I've had. So glad I found them and came on my week in FL. I'm still dreaming of the pillowy gnocchi. The Ceasar salad is perfectly dressed, mini croutons that are soft and don't tear your mouth, and brown anchovy to balance that saltiness you need. You get a bowl of pepper flakes and grated parm for your own garnish needs (plus in my book when I get a bowl of cheese with my meal) The wine was great! Paired so well with my veal dish! Best thin cutlets of veal I've had, velvety and flavorful, the proccuitto on top was the best salt content with the melted mozzarella and the Sugo was fantastic. The gnocchi is a must, house made, large bite, melt in your mouth with an amazing red sauce. The focaccia bread was made in house and was crispy on the outside but so light and fluffy on the inside, great oil and seasonings. The staff Sarah and Chris were so amazing and so accommodating to me, and even told the chef to come out and meet with me. I was blown away by the beautiful atmosphere and wished I was there to see someone play on the beautiful stage they have. The patio was grand and I loved the lighting for a sexy/intimate night. Will come again if I'm in town for business, again.

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Great ambience, the creamy burrata salad was great, but the meat balls not so good, service was ok, overall I recommend

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Laura F.

I went here for my birthday and OMG the service was incredible. They accommodated our large group was fast kind and the food was so good! The pasta options are so variable. The drinks were tasty and they even have a option where you can play the music into the restaurant so we had a good time doing this for my birthday!

Andrea F.

If you are looking for a cute date night place or a family night with excellent meals, this was definitely a great experience. I thought it was very cool how an italian restaurant had decorations with various artists such as Bob Marley and Jimi Hendrix! They had live music with entertainment directly from the owner of the establishment. The pasta is made from scratch and the chef is from Italy so you are getting the authentic experience! You are served garlic bread upon entering and much attention from your server. I tried the cheese ravioli( I'm addicted to cheese lol) and it was very fresh and delish. The gnocchi was my second option and tried it from my sister's plate. It is alittle but on the pricier side but you get what you pay for so its worth it!

On my way to La Veranda!!
Genevieve G.

I absolutely loved this place. Nice place to go for a date or with friends like I did. The food was great. The music was great. They allowed us to dance to the point the whole restaurant was on their feet. I'll definitely be back.

Bar at La Verandas.
Brooke, L F.

La Veranda Italian restaurant is definitely the jewel of Pompano Beach! What a great experience there! With live entertainment with some really talented acts, including Jamie King Colton playing piano and singing. Also the owner of the restaurant join in singing, and he has a great voice. They we're also welcoming people on stage to Sing, and play music with them. What a great experience! Love the decor and the style of the restaurant with their cool vintage artwork of musicians that came before. And they're beautiful patio area with trees and vines so vintage looks like Italy. The food was exquisite here with their homemade pasta, and sauces. The pasta they make in house, so it's really fresh and cooked al dente. Their sauces are so flavorful. I have dairy allergies so they made me a dish that was completely dairy free, and it taste so great it had a wine sauce with garlic that tasted so buttery and light and fresh full flavor. I am very happy with it. I got the "Oreccchiette Broccoli Rare and Sausage " definitely recommend this dish. My family got the "Ravioli Veranda", she absolutely loved it! Huge, raviolis, nice and puffy full of stuffing, and great sauce very fresh full flavor. Also we got the "Pappardelle Boscaiola", my family member loved it!!! Pappardelle homemade pasta with marinated Porcini mushrooms, in a hearty Bolognese sauce with mascarpone cheese! Really good portion well balanced, cheesiness with meat and sauce. Definitely gonna order it again he said. So Glad Jamie King Coltan told us about this place! We definitely will be back

Short Rib Pappardelle
Rita P.

On Easter Sunday, we had a reservation for 4 at LaVeranda Restaurant in Pompano Beach at 6 pm.We chose to eat inside. although the outdoor patio was Lovely and inviting; it's just that the music was a little loud. Our entrees were Chicken Parmesan, Seafood combo, Chicken Marsala and Short Rib Pappardelle. We asked for bread and it was delivered along with 2 glasses of wine and 2 coffees . Our server, Christopher, outstanding, very attentive and frequently stopped by to ask if we needed anything. We all agreed our food selections were delicious and servings generous. ( My husband and I needed take home bags) one person had a cannoli and loved it !! We will return soon. A big thank you to Christopher for making our visit epic.

Clara A.

This place apparently is a staple and well known place in pompano beach. They say they are under new management and you can tell. Part of the restaurant is a dark classy dinner place. The other part is like a lounge? I'm not sure what it is but they play live music and the decor is very much different. The food however was so good and be prepared to eat because the portions are so large! Even the desserts. The drink was good, except that it was so strong so the added more juice. The service was also great! I cannot remember our server I think it was Chris was but he was phenomenal. The only thing is the lighting it's so hard to see and I have 20/15 vision so I had to use my phones flashlight.

Cold Antipasto
Andrea O.

My boyfriend and I came here for our anniversary and it was such an amazing evening! He drank a Meomi and I had the white Zinfandel which was a great recommendation from our server. I had the pappardelle and started off with the Antipasto which was spectacular. It was very filling and had leftovers the next day. By the time we got home, we knocked out! The people who work there are so genuine and kind, our server Jennifer made our night! She was so energetic, sweet, and attentive. The restaurant had amazing music with a man singing Coldplay to Elvis and all around. I highly recommend giving this place a try, the service to the food will not disappoint!

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Love the atmosphere in there. Food was delish. Would for sure go back. Love the year round tree!!!!!!!!

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4.3(506 reviews)
1.2 mi
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Zuccarelli is always a must visit. The food is great and in a convenient location wherever you are…read morein Pompano Beach. This place hardly ever fails. The staff is so kind and if there is a hiccup they fix it. We just had an amazing pizza ( with anchovies) and salad- get the creamy Italian dressing. Ranch dressing - what is that? Creamy Italian, baby!

I've driven by this place so many times- I finally decided to try. As a former NYer, I am very…read morefinicky about pizza here! So- brought the hubby who is also finicky! But knows his stuff! It was lunch time. Not very busy- we were seated at a booth . Service was quick, we were given menus & when we ordered our drinks- I was amazed that 4- yes- 4 garlic rolls showed up at our table. Smelling of garlic & looked so yummy. I usually avoid these but couldn't resist! It was yummy indeed! Hubby ordered a bowl of Pasta Fagioli soup. I tasted it- was really good. Lots of flavor. Then came the pizza! We ordered 1 regular & 1 Sicilian. Huge portions! I was really full after 1 & brought the whole other slice home. Will definitely go back. I would describe Zuccarelli's as an old school pizzeria. There were booths & tables with an area in the back for large parties. I would say the decor is basic- there was a tv on near the counter where they were making the pizza.

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La Perla Di Pompano - Ambience

La Perla Di Pompano

4.8(320 reviews)
0.3 mi
Vegetarian friendly
Takes reservations

Went on Christmas Eve. Place was packed and a little louder than usually would be…read more Loved that you could order from the regular menu and bit a special holiday one. We both had a soup to start. I had the stracciatella and my wife had the pasta e fagioli. Both were in big bowls and were wonderful. My main course meal was the tagliatelle nere all a pescatore and wife had a special, the Flounder Amalfi. Both were big servings and wonderful. Both were a meal the next night. For a packed house, the service could not have been better. Experienced waitstaff met all of our needs and we never felt rushed. Just a wonderful experience. Our 6th time here and will be back

La Perla was a great find, and I would definitely return. The restaurant is charming and feels very…read moreauthentic, with several standout dishes. The bruschetta was excellent, honestly some of the best I've had, and the molten lava cake was absolutely to die for. The flounder special was also loved by everyone at our table who ordered it. That said, there were a few misses. My mom had called a week ahead to let them know her husband was vegan, and the person she spoke with was very kind and said they would speak with the chef and be prepared. When we arrived, the waitress acknowledged they knew we had a vegan guest, but the option offered was simply spaghetti with vegetables. When it came out, it was just plain pasta without vegetables. They apologized and corrected it, but after the advance call, we expected something a bit more thoughtful. The restaurant was also very loud and crowded, and with our larger table, people on opposite ends had to practically yell to hear each other. The staff seemed stretched thin, so service was not as attentive as it could have been, though we did appreciate that we never felt rushed. Food-wise, the bruschetta and desserts were excellent, the meatballs were just okay, and while my mom loved the rack of lamb, I found mine a bit overdone and overpowered by the sauce. We were also disappointed they were out of branzino, since several people in our party had planned to order it. Overall, La Perla has a lot of charm, very good food, and a warm, authentic feel. I'd happily go back, but probably with a smaller party and maybe on a less busy night.

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Sea Mario - Mussels fradiavolo

Sea Mario

4.6(69 reviews)
1.4 mi

It's intimate, well appointed, and you can actually hear the person your with. I think many people…read morethere, customers speak Italian, as there's a friendship between them, and Mario, and the help. The service is excellent, and the servers do a fine job. I tried to book online for 6:30, but couldn't, so called, and was told there's on table of two. Now the food: We had a lobster bisque, with a cream and light. Tomato taste, and some real lobster. Excellent. Mussels were large, and a bit gamey, nice light sauce. good. Had a sausage, finely cut up, and made with a pan fried topping and cheese and nice red sauce. Good I wanted pasta and garlic oil and butter. Also wanted veal and eggplant parmigiana . Neither on the menu. And no can have. Had a cannoli to go. Excellent wine menu. Two of us about $100. I'll come back because nice atmosphere

Sea Mario has been bookmarked on my Yelp for over a year. While trying to make some Valentine's…read moreplans, my husband asked where I wanted to go, and I immediately thought of this restaurant. Even a few weeks in advance, Valentine's Day was already booked, so we made a reservation for Valentine's eve. This is not a restaurant I would come to without a reservation because I saw people get turned away. Located in an unassuming little strip mall, you would never know that there is a sparkling gem of a place tucked in the middle of the shops. Parking can be a little tricky, but we were able to snag a spot in front. Inside, this quaint restaurant has such welcoming decor in black-and-white with some accent colors. There are lots of little knickknacks and decorations from Italy. When we entered, we were greeted by one of the owners, Nadia. We had a short wait before our table was ready. When seated, Nadia went over all the specials and answered our questions regarding her recommendations on the menu. Her husband, Mario, also assists with serving. He also greeted us later during our dinner to check in about our meal. Now let's get to the heart of this review...the food. As someone with Sicilian heritage, I have been fortunate to visit Italy and have had some pretty amazing fresh seafood and pasta dishes there. And of course, I've had wonderful Italian restaurant experiences here as well. But I have to say, Sea Mario tops the list. Before I discuss the food menu, I just want to point out they have an extensive wine list. The menu offers several selections whether one is vegetarian, wants steak/lamb instead of pasta, or has come here for the dishes 'di mare.' We started off with an appetizer. Arancini rice balls with mushrooms and cheese. The Arancini balls flanked a bowl of stracciatella cheese. This was a special appetizer not on the regular menu. It was fantastic and dare I say luxurious? (Please put in on the regular menu!) For our main courses, my husband had the Fettuccini Florida Golden Crab & Scallops. It was Caribbean Italian fusion inspired with a flavorful, but not (hot) spicy, pasta sauce. I opted for the Maine Lobster Catalana. I have had my share of seafood pasta dishes throughout my life, but when this entree was placed in front of me, the aroma was so fragrant that I knew I was in for something special. The pasta sauce was made with high-quality tomatoes and caramelized onions (which I think really aided this sauce and made it different). The dish had clams and, of course, succulent lobster tail and the claw meat. The lovely aroma was not a tease because the dish tasted excellent. If having freshly made pasta with lobster sounds appealing to you, this is the dish to get. (They make their own pasta and the seafood is very fresh.) We ended our meal by sharing a fresh cannoli. The shell was not hard like a typical cannoli, rather it had the consistency of a doughnut. The ricotta filling with pistachio was absolutely out of this world. The plate was beautifully decorated with a berry drizzle in the shape of a seahorse. As you can tell, I'm pretty smitten with Sea Mario. I definitely want to return to this romantic restaurant for our anniversary later this year. Thank you for the incredible service and dishes.

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Di Farina Pasta - Front of restaurant

Di Farina Pasta

4.4(256 reviews)
0.1 mi
$$$

Di Farina - A True Hidden Gem!…read more Visited Di Farina for a company dinner tonight, and I am so glad I did! This is one of those hidden gems you almost don't want to share, just so there's always a table waiting for you. We started with a spread of appetizers: grilled octopus, garlic shrimp, fried burrata with arugula, and perfectly layered potatoes topped with braised short rib and fonduta. Every single dish was incredible--I honestly can't pick a favorite, though the short ribs stole my heart. For mains, I had the osso buco with pappardelle (their pastas are all freshly made in-house, and you can taste the difference). Our table also enjoyed the branzino, which was deboned tableside, the massive squid ink seafood linguini (so loaded with seafood you could barely see the pasta), and a rich, creamy carbonara that was perfectly balanced. Desserts were the perfect finale: tiramisu, cheesecake, and a refreshing lemon sorbetto, each as good as the last. The service was flawless, and the entire staff is Italian, adding to the authentic charm of the experience. Di Farina has officially become my new go-to spot for Italian nights. 10/10 on food, service, and atmosphere--can't wait to return!

Is this a pasta shop? A restaurant? Well it tuns out it is both! This unassuming place on…read moreAtlantic is home to some really good Italian food and excellent service. You park in the back and enter along the bar. The intimate seating area faces the street. On this night I was late in joining some of my friends so I ordered simply, spaghetti carbonara which is always my Italian "go to". Combined with a lovely Cabernet, my dinner was like eating in a small trattoria in Italy. I like that they give you a choice of handmade pasta and toppings to choose from. We also got some complimentary cannolis which made me smile. Oh, and if you want some pasta to take home? Go to their attached shop and pick it up. Your restaurant receipt will give you 10% off if you use it within 7 days. Di Farina is that place that you need to add to your regular rotation of restaurants. It's just that unique of a place!

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Miraggio Italian Grill - Penne a la Gigi

Miraggio Italian Grill

3.6(186 reviews)
0.6 mi

The bartenders Rose and Stefan were extremely attentive and friendly. No matter how busy it was…read morethey always made sure we were taken care of. The atmosphere of overlooking the bay was beautiful. The food was delicious. The calamari was hot and crispy. The chicken was also crispy and served hot The linguine with clams were a bit spicy but still delicious. Sunset was incredible!

I really wanted to eat here. I love the name of the place. I liked that it was on the water. Free…read moreparking is a good thing. The restaurant is really attractive. It looks great and I thought it looked better and different somehow from what I saw online. We got there early so they were not busy. Derek was our server and he was very polite and came around just the amount of times we needed him. I think he is an awesome server. The bread was served warm with some olive oil and balsamic vinegar. I liked that combination. Our entrees came out pretty fast. Maybe 12 to 15 minutes after we ordered. This makes me think the food is not freshly made. I would be happier waiting for my food. I ordered the penne alla gigi. The portion was huge!!! The flavor tasted really off. I absolutely love Italian food and am usually pretty forgiving if the food is not "amazing" The sauce was not good on this dish. I have never tasted anything like it.. The pancetta did not have much flavor. I sampled the chicken parmigiana and the spaghetti. The chicken parmesan was pretty good. It was cheesy. The sauce for the spaghetti was mediocre. I forgot to mention both dishes came out really hot which was appreciated. I ordered the limoncello cake and this was phenomenal. I thought it looked too yellow when it was placed in front of me. The taste was so delicious. It was not overly sweet, just perfect. I loved the whipped cream. My friend ordered the Ice Cream Sunday which is vanilla ice cream with chocolate syrup. I sampled this too and it was ok, nothing special. Without the excellent service, views and just beauty of the restaurant this would have been 2 stars. My visit ended on the right note with the limoncello cake. In reality, I just wanted a delicious meal. I did not receive that and I did leave mostly disappointed. :(

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