The last time I went to Rafagino I gave it 5 stars, sadly I had to take off one star. Mostly…read morebecause I didn't have the same feelings as I've had with my previous visits. The bread that was served was spicy and orange ( not traditional) - we had just returned 2 days earlier from a European trip and at no time received bread like this at our table. I wish I had been warned about the bread by the server because I can't tolerate spicy foods. It's ok that the menu had changed- my favorite lobster dish was gone. And the wine that we ordered was not available ( it was as explained that a new wine list was being printed- so to taste the wine from DOURA valley again was not going to be possible ). Our meals were good mine was the fried shrimp and my husband's was pasta and sausage - he commented that he would have like a little less sauce and more pasta ( being Italian he likes pasta and I noticed that there was only a bit on the plate) I had told the server that we were celebrating our anniversary- after dinner she came out with a tray of desserts and said we would like you to have a dessert to celebrate your anniversary. So we picked on to share and asked for a cup of coffee. We mentioned that was a nice gesture for the restaurant. We discovered later that it was not a gesture at all. The dessert was added to our bill. All and all it was a nice evening out. We will go again in about a year or two to look at their new menu and wine list. I am hoping for an improvement. If not. I will need to find another favorite restaurant.

Excellent, Solid 5 stars! Our first visit back since new ownership a year ago. The Italian cuisine…read more/ food was delicious and authentic, service was amazing (Amanda, our waitress did a fantastic job!), the ambience is cozy and pleasant. Jody and his brother run the restaurant operations now and have the same high standards for Italian ingredients, cooking, and service. Keep up the great work! Delicious food and great value, I'll be back again soon.

Came here last night for my friend's birthday and the vibes were immaculate…read more This place has been on my radar since I moved to NoVA last August and I'm glad I finally tried it and I'm excited to go back again! Since I went on a Saturday I felt compelled to do the cheese wheel experience. Where they cook fettuccine pasta inside a giant wheel of cheese. Added a protein option as well for a lil more substance as well. The dish as incredible! The cheese sauce was so rich and creamy and I def need to come back and try it with the chicken. My server told me I should ask for the chicken blackened (the chicken is $9 but if you get it blackened it's $2 extra). The price for the pasta on its own before adding a protein was competitive when you compare the portion size. Be warned that the cheese wheel experience is only available Thurs-Saturday but it's so fun! It's akin to going to a Mexican restaurant that offers tableside guac or going to a hibachi restaurant! Can't beat the show! This place is great to go for a date, special occasion, whatever! Easily one of the best Italian spots in Northern Virginia!

Very yummy Italian spot! They have one of those viral Parmesan wheels that they bring tableside to…read moreprepare your pasta. Note that when you order the cheese wheel experience, there is only one choice of pasta which you can add a protein on if you want. The flavor is, exactly what you would think, extremely cheesy! This could probably be too cheesy for some people. The eggplant parmigiana is a huge portion. The tomato sauce has a wonderful roasted garlic flavor. The sauce is on the edge of being too acidic for my taste, so something to sweeten it a little I would've appreciated. The octopus appetizer was cooked perfectly and I love the char grill taste, but it could've been more flavorful. The crème brûlée has a strong vanilla flavor and is very creamy! The service was very nice. It was a bit slow at times, but I think that was because our server was also tending to a big private party in the back. But I loved how he kept the complimentary bread and pesto coming without us even having to ask for more!

We have dined in and ordered takeout numerous times! I would highly recommend this restaurant!…read moreAtmosphere, friendly staff and great food! I would send pictures, but as in some of my reviews, when it's really good, and my family or I are really hungry...by the time I remember it's too late to get anything but an empty plate! God Bless!

Last night Tina and Marco were the icings on the cake to make our experience so memorable!!…read more My friends and I enjoyed our dinner so much we are already planning to return. Definitely make reservations!! We arrived promptly for our reservation minus 1 who was running late, but it was all good! We were welcomed with a celebratory glass of Prosecco and Tina's delivery was so welcoming and hospitable. Tina took the bar to another level when it comes to managers welcoming and checking in on their guest! Hands down!!! She needs to host a training for area managers...anyhoo- We started off with bruschetta and a Margherita pizza, and the fried egg plant. We were happy with all. Our first round of cocktails consisted of drinks suggested by our server Marco. The Hugo Spritz for me, strawberry margarita and the honey dew cucumber cocktail...all were excellent choices! For our entrees we enjoyed the sea bass, the shrimp capellinia and the fruiti Del Mar. 10/10 for our entrees...no complaints. We even tried just about all the desserts. Midnight at Tuscany, Lemon Mascarpone Cake, which was my favorite of them all, the zappoles needed some kid of butter in the mixture...was a bit too bland for me...and the ricotta strawberry cheesecake. Really everything was delicious! And of course I ended with a delicious cup of coffee and I sampled all the delicious sweet goodies. We will be back sooner than later!! Happy Yelping!!!

Great customer service…read more Great customer service. The garlic knots are exceptional . We have been making this a frequent stop on our drives up north.

Such a cool neighborhood vibe!! On a trip to Washington DC I…read morewas visiting the surrounding area when we came access a cute neighborhood pizzeria. The service was efficient and friendly. I will admit, it was busy when we arrived! The restaurant is on the smaller side yet it is cozy. On to the food... I ordered the chicken Parmesan and I substituted the marinara sauce for Alfredo sauce... it was absolutely amazing! I also ordered the calamari for the table and it was seasoned to perfection. I didn't care for the sauce that came with the calamari. Now it was fried to perfection as well. My daughter ordered the penne pasta with broccoli and chicken, and she said she loved it. She said it was one of the best pasta dishes she's had in a long time. If you're in the area, you definitely need to try this place out.

Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus and really good Italian food in Lorton…read more We had a chance encounter with Antonelli's while driving through Virginia on 95. It's unassuming strip center facade parking lot should warn you that great food awaits you (at least if you've seen enough episodes of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives). But the freshness and flavor explosions of our lunch exceeded any expectations. The meatball grinder was packed with flavorful meatballs balanced with a rich tomato sauce. The chicken in the Caeser salad was expertly grilled and gently seasoned. Overall, a lunch worthy of Little Italy and Boston's North End.

Great food Good prices…read more They may seem hidden, but a real gem. Service is willing to help

To the management:…read more We had dinner, last night (Mother's Day), and although we've visited numerous times, we continue to be impressed by the food, and atmosphere, but more specifically.....Lisa. She is INCREDIBLE! The restaurant was busy, and she was bartending, greeting, taking orders, and as friendly as ever. She recognized us, and made it a point to say hi. We absolutely love her. Please pass on our appreciation to her. Sincerely, Quinn Mallonee.

Another update. Because the owner reached out and promised me a gift card if we came back to give…read morethem another try, after six months we finally did. Although she never provided the gift card. We went back about a month ago and had a lovely experience. They had the normal bartender waiting on us and it was great. So we decided we try it again. Big mistake! The next time we went back, they were back to their regular cocktail server who refused to wait on me because of the review I left. I've never mentioned her by name. I only described the experience. Ironically, my experience was not even about her, I think she just has such a guilty conscience, she assumed it was about her. So now we have a restaurant owner, who allows their waitstaff to deny service to people if you write a bad review??? Talk about the tail wagging the dog! Plenty of much better restaurants out there that offer good food, and waitstaff that actually does their job, which is waiting on customers. Hard pass for me.

It's been so long since we've have pizza here, we always come for the pita / gyros, subs, and…read moresandwiches, which are always on point, and can never go wrong. They all come with chips, and you can upgrade to a decent size of fries and giant onion rings for $2. The breakfast here is really good as well and the staff are super friendly. Some of our favs: Chicken pita - pretty big, tons of flavor and the veggies taste fresh. Meatball sub - recommend adding hot peppers for a little spice, loaded with GIANT meatballs, and the marinara sauce hits the spot. Really good meatball sub. Steak and Cheese - add hot peppers for a little kick, but a quality steak and cheese, filling and flavorful.

So a Buffalo Italian girl looking for pizza in Nova- We got…read morethe chicken pizza with added jalapeños. The pizza here I think is very good. The best I have found in this area. My kids felt it was good but it wasn't the best ever. The bottom is cooked crispy not soggy but soft. The sauce is outstanding. We also got a bbq bacon burger which was fantastic. Chicken wings not the best. Needs to be a tad crispier. Greek salad okay ish. I didn't love the dressing and it felt lacking. Chili probably won't order again. Our server was prompt, friendly, efficient. The other staff are very nice. The place is homey. Except the carpet. Also I'm not a huge fan of bus tubs. It's a good place to take kids, but not for a date night for adults. Definitely will order more pizza from there.

I have been here countless times with great experiences. I imagine this location's quality when I…read morethink of Carrabas. I went to the Columbia Md location this past weekend because I was out of town. I went to celebrate my birthday and It was an awful experience. The hostess was nice, but they were out of Mezzaluna and crab cakes at 530 on a Saturday. Our meals came out ten minutes a part. No offer of drink refills or bread. Everything seemed off. Like the Upside Down in Stranger Things. The manager credited my meal after taking it back and we left. It made me appreciate the Woodbridge location even more. Today I went to my Va location and was treated wonderfully. This place is beauty in motion. They have it down. The service, quality of food, environment and attention to detail. They served a perfect meal and Carlos was an excellent waiter. I thanked the manager Christine and she told me this is a training store. Not surprised. Christine was kind enough to send me home with cheesecake. They restored my faith in Carrabas and fulfilled my only birthday wish, the Mezzaluna! Thank you for offering consistently great experiences.

Carrabba's is always my go-to when someone asks for a good steak spot, their ribeye is full of…read moreflavor, even if the medium-well can be a hit or miss at times. This visit, I sampled a few different dishes. The crab cakes were tasty, but the roasted red pepper sauce was a bit overpowering, so I'd get it on the side next time. The shrimp scampi appetizer is still a favorite, although the bread was so hard this time that it ruined the dipping experience. From the Classic Combo, the calamari was good, the mozzarella sticks lacked cheese, but the Bruschetta Caprese was fresh, flavorful, and the bread was perfectly toasted. For my entrée, I ordered the shrimp scampi pasta and it did not disappoint, with enough for leftovers. Service was friendly, and the cozy ambience is one of the reasons I keep coming back.

Another great time at Mike's American! I love this place, and not have had a bad experience! I will…read morego here again and again and again. See other reviews for past great experiences. Additionally I want to highlight Marisol because she was the best! Our table loved her.

Ok peoples...so yesterday I randomly felt like treating my son and myself to dinner. And I will say…read moreMike's American did not disappoint. Soon as you walk in through the revolving door, you are greeted with a wood fire grill aroma that makes your sense of smell scream omg what is that and I'll take 2 please. There was no wait time, we were instantly seated at a small both for two. And yes the seats are comfortable. I would have loved to be seated next the the staircase because it has some nice sight lines. The restaurant is so clean and nicely decorated as if you stepped into a homey yet lux cabin restaurant. It just feels....comforting. There were a lot of people dining here but the noise level was surprisingly minimal. The service is impeccable. Every waiter was attentive. Someone even asked us if we wanted another drink when our glasses were full. Never in my life has that happen to me. Lol The server was very knowledgeable about everything and left me to decided between all the wonderful options they offer. And they have OPTIONS. I heard the steak is banging. I'll be back... Now let's talk about these Ozzie dinner rolls. Bomb! End of story. And in my Nike voice....Just do it. In other words stuff your face and get some to go. I got blessed with 2 baskests and a bag to go. Won't he do it. My son enjoyed his little Mac aka his burger and fries but was too full to finish the fries because he stuff his face with Ozzie dinner rolls. So be careful yall. You have been warned. I orderer the pecan trout which was a very interesting take on baked fish and yet it was still good. I'm not raving about it. But it was good. Nice thing is they give you to pieces of trout 1 for now and 1 for later because yes I stuffed my face with those darn Ozzie rolls. Smh I had my eyes set on that deep dish apple pie and I shall return to try it and other menu items..like that banging steak. My leftovers hit the spot. I had enough for a whole lunch the next day. Saved me extra resources. Everything tasted even better the next day. Like the seasoning settled in and exploded into deliciousness. Peoples I say this with love...Don't come here because I don't want yall taking up all the free parking spaces available. Lol this is my new go to spot.