We had a five-star experience at La Tavola! First, our server was extremely friendly and ensured we…read morealways had what we needed. She also clued us into the fact that you can get all of their entree pastas in appetizer size! This means we were able to try more pastas as well as enjoy an app and dessert. We ordered a bottle of Nero D'Avola, which was smooth and delicious. We got the meatballs as our appetizer, which were super tender and full of flavor. We split the rigatoni alla vodka, fettucine ai funghi, and tagliatelle bolognese. All were perfection. I loved the creaminess of the alla vodka, which had a kick of spice from the chili oil. I loved the herbiness and freshness of both the ai funghi with its sage and the bolognese with its rosemary. The tiramisu was the only dish that was just ok. I would much rather have espresso drenched ladyfingers than coffee liquor. But it was still good so I cannot complain. The waitress also surprised us with prosecco with a lemon rind twist to celebrate the fact that we had just closed on our first ever home. All in all - it was a perfect evening.

We celebrated my husband's birthday for dinner here with his parents. There's valet parking across…read morethe street at Wells Fargo for $3 with a validated ticket. Without validation, it's $20. We did arrive here a bit early for our reservation but were seated right next to the open kitchen, so it felt quite crowded and cramped. It's a very, very small restaurant and it was freezing where we sat because we were under the vents. Our server, Mary Catherine, was a treat and she took good care of us. She took our drink orders, though I didn't drink tonight. For appetizers, we started with the calamari and stuffed clams. They also offered complementary bread and olive oil basket that was served warm, yum! Our food orders came out pretty fast actually. The calamari was not your typical fried calamari - it was delicious and loved the mix of raw onions in it for that fresh bite. I'm not a fan of clams so I didn't try this, but heard it was just breading and can't really taste the clam taste. For my entree, I ordered the spaghetti pomodoro with meatballs. I had been dreaming about this since making the reservations and it did not disappoint. The pasta was cooked al dente and the sauce was wonderful. I did think the meatballs were a tad too salty for my taste and I'm glad I opted out of the freshly grated parm because I feel like that would have made everything saltier. After our meal, they brought out free dessert for the birthday celebrants. Nothing but raves were said after our dinner here and we're definitely looking forward to coming back here again.

I came over for a Christmas dinner with friends and I had the best time ever…read more The old fashioned was on point and the lasagna was amazing as well The entire restaurant was very well decorated for Christmas and was very festive. This is a great place for a family or friend's Christmas dinners or any events. The service was excellent and very well organized for such a busy season.

For all those who went to their holiday popup and left disappointed, this is for you. So many…read morepeople love this place and I left wondering why. We were seated in the back which is still festive but brighter and less cozy. Like many mentioned, the waitstaff wasn't interested in making the experience memorable and wanted you in and out as fast as possible. The portion size of their $18 olive and pesto appetizer was appalling. Six olives (yes, six!), four slivers of cheese, three artichoke hearts, and a ramekin of delicious pesto. This feels like a tourist trap in a quaint neighborhood. We both got pasta entrees and they were good, but expensive considering no meat was included. The drinks were festive and actually felt like a good pour considering how expensive they are. 2 stars for that. We ended with the crème brûlée which was somehow over cooked and not creamy. I'm sure the owner will be aggressive about this honest review. To be fair, my sister loved the experience but she's hardly traveled and is delighted by mediocre things sometimes. I really wanted to love this place because we just moved to the area and I wanted to have this be our new cozy date night place. It won't be. If you want to spend $100 per person for mediocre food and holiday photos, this is your place.

Easy to understand why this place is so celebrated. Got a spot at the bar and immediately knew it…read morewas going to be a great evening ahead. Energy is no lie. At bartenders recommendation since I was there for the first time I chose the four-course tasting menu. From the first taste of the tuna to the last tasting of the dessert and the pasta and pork chop in between it was incredible. I learned the crispy white lasagna is a treat that isn't always on the menu and when you see it you absolutely must get it. A guest next to me insisted I try it and put a piece on my plate and it lives up to the hype. So much so I may return tonight to try it before it vanishes. This restaurant will undoubtedly be in rotation.

Great experience...the vibes, the service and the food! The…read morevibes: low key sexy but casual with hip tunes The service: attentive The foodL delicious. I stuck to the staples. The tuna crudo is AMAZING, the black spaghetti - Spicy and Delicious! Also the octopus is yummy and the short rib pasta disappeared fast!

Worth it!! I have been dying to come to La Grotta for years and I made a reservation for the…read moreSaturday of Mother's Day weekend for my mom. Valet is complimentary which is great and they provide directions for how to get in to the restaurant. The hostess was super nice and our table just needed a few minutes to get cleaned off. Once seated, we settled on a good bottle of Malbec to drink which was delicious. For an appetizer, we got the mussels which were probably some of the best mussels I have ever had using the bread to soak up the sauce was divine. Truly delicious. For the pasta, I got the the tortelli de vitello which was so good. Some of us at the table also tried the shrimp linguine which was delicious and so fresh as well as the chicken parm which was MASSIVE and came with a great side of pasta. We also tried the little pasta shells/ears with sausage and broccolini and it was delish. Truly these dishes were stunning and cannot wait to have it again! To wrap up the dinner, we got some coffees and the tiramisu... Which was delicious and as stunning as everyone says. Overall, this meal was divine. The vibes of the restaurant really bring it up because it is so calm and classic and just such a great place for a lovely meal. 10/10

La Grotta has been on my best friend's list for a while, and we finally managed to get a…read morereservation--which isn't easy. It's a cozy, tucked-away Italian restaurant located in the basement of a senior living facility in Midtown Atlanta, giving it a quaint, intimate vibe. Sacchetti di Formaggio e Tartufi Neri is one of their signature dishes and came highly recommended, so that's what she ordered. I went with the Linguini al Frutta di Mare al "Scampi", and we both started with Caesar salads that were generously portioned and very good. Between the two entrées, I preferred hers, as my shrimp was a bit overcooked. That said, we did dine close to closing, so it may have just been an off night. I'd definitely go back and try something else. It's a great spot for a date night or a family dinner. Valet parking available.

This was a first impression visit- party of 8. I called for a reservation. Special occasion on a…read moresaturday night at 8PM. Located in a suite next to a package store. Free small parking lot in front. Free extra parking across the street. The total was about $150 for 2 appetizers, 2 entrees, 2 drinks, and a dessert. Pros The quiet, intimate, and classy atmosphere was exactly what I needed for my family. When we first arrived, our table was not ready and we had to wait outside. However we were given continuous updates on when the table would be ready, they apologized, and they were very understanding. Considering we were a large party in an intimate space, we understood and only waited about 20 minutes before the table was ready. You could tell the food was fresh, the orders came fast, and the service was amazing. The fresh in house pasta took everything to the next level. It was the perfect night out. Cons The establishment is intimate so I do not think it would ideal for extra large parties. I had a party of 8 at 8PM but I dont know if they could have accomodated us if it was any earlier during prime dinner time. I wish they had a better parking situation but its not bad and its free. Would I Recommend: Absolutely! I will be returning! No complaints. Follow me here on Yelp and @jessreviewss on Tik Tok/Instagram for more.

I visited Mezza Luna with my little family this year to celebrate my birthday and had a lovely…read moreexperience. I randomly decided that I wanted Italian so we decided to check them out for the first time. Mezza Luna is located in a very small plaza with a tight parking lot. I'm so glad that I read the reviews in advance about parking, but I still wasn't prepared for what we saw. Surprisingly, there were 2 or 3 open spots when we visited around 7pm. We had reservations and were quickly seated after being greeted. The restaurant itself was quite intimate, offering only a few tables that were laid out in a manner that had us all quite close. But it worked! Since we had our son with us, they already had a high chair ready for us but he slept through the entire dinner, which also shows how peaceful it actually was in there. I started with a glass of chianti and it paired perfectly with the complimentary starter bread. That focaccia was so fresh! The crust had a great crunch but it was still soft and fluffy inside. We went with the meatball appetizer special which included 4-5 meatballs covered in marinara, fresh tomatoes and burrata. They were delicious, although the tomatoes being cold was a bit of a surprise. For dinner, I went for the chicken piccata and my partner opted for the chicken marsala. Both were great and packed with flavor. Such an unassuming place with tons of flavor waiting inside - perfect for date night or just a nice Italian dinner!

We used to visit Baraonda when it was near the Fox, so we were excited to see it reopen much closer…read moreto home. Happy to report it's even better than we remembered. We kicked things off with the bread service (I have a carb problem--truly) and the tri-colore pizza. The pizza was fantastic and worked perfectly as a shared appetizer. For mains, we ordered the halibut special, linguine and clams, and the pappardelle with lamb ragu. The halibut was the standout for me, absolutely loved it. The other two dishes were very good as well, though the lamb ragu could've used a bit more tomato flavor. Overall, a really solid meal and a great value. We'll definitely be back!

I loved going to the Baraonda when it was in Midtown, though I'm not sure if this location is the…read moreexact one, perhaps just a similar name or maybe they moved to Sandy Springs. Needless to say, we enjoyed our experience here for dinner. Husband and I came to celebrate my birthday - he was a bit upset they didn't offer anything for my birthday even though he notated it on the reservation, but I didn't really care for it as I don't like having the attention on me. This place is hard to miss as it's right on Roswell Rd. There is complimentary valet parking available, but there's also free parking at a deck just a few steps away from the restaurant entrance. We were greeted by the hostess as soon as we walked in and the restaurant was already very busy for a Saturday 6 pm dinner. Our server was fine, and the food was decent. I opted for the blackberry fiz mocktail, which was super sweet at first, but with a good mix, it was super refreshing. For starters, we shared the eggplant balls (a must get here!) and the bread service. The eggplant balls were definitely shareable and were probably our favorite thing we ate. The bread service you could probably skip - we wish it was served with vinegar instead of just oil and an olive tapenade. For entrees, I ordered one of the dinner specials, grilled branzino served with broccolini and potatoes. My husband ordered the ravioli. I really enjoyed the branzino, it was tender and the skin was cooked crispy. I loved that the broccolini was charred enough, but wish the potatoes were cooked a bit more. The capers added the needed saltiness to the dish, though I wish this was served with lemon or something to balance out the flavors. My husband enjoyed his ravioli but found it too heavy with the cream sauce. We thought this was a decent place for dinner, but nothing really stood out besides the eggplant balls.

I had Danielle as my server tonight and the service was excellent! I was unsure what route to go…read morewhen ordering my entre and she helped me out by describing each pasta dish. I chose the radiatorie and it was amazing. 10/10 would recommend. We sat outside and the atmosphere was great. Danielle really made my experience incredible and I am so glad I chose to come here for dinner.

Another amazing experience with Indaco! The food was spectacular as ever and the drinks were…read moreamazing. Our service was a treat and we can't wait to come back!! What a fun night! For food- BLT Pizza: new menu item that is super good! Italian sausage: the yummiest pizza on the menu always a favorite. Kale salad and Brussels sprouts were a great addition. Focaccia is a must!!

First time at this place and you guys know how I love me some Italian! This rigatoni with the spicy…read morevodka and sausage was everything!!! Valet is PAY WHAT YOU WANT!!! Come and eat some amazing house made pasta and they offer pasta making classes

I believe they offer valet parking, but we went during the day and were able to find street parking…read moreeasily. They also have outdoor seating on both the patio and balcony, which is perfect during warm weather. For appetizers, we ordered Mommy's Meatballs and the Chicken Cutlets-both were delicious, and the chicken cutlets were a huge portion. For pasta, we went with the Cavatelli with bolognese, sage velouté, and ricotta salata. I'm usually not a bolognese girl, but my boyfriend recommended it-and it did not disappoint. I loved the pasta shape, and the flavors were perfectly balanced. We also ordered a side of roasted broccolini with aleppo crema, lemon, and sesame, which paired really well with everything. To end the meal, we built our own cannoli. I'm not the biggest cannoli fan, but my boyfriend enjoyed it.

Ooooh this place is a dream! The outdoor (enclosed) patio in the winter isn't just a last resort…read morereservation option, it should be your TOP destination. It's cozy, (plenty warm) and romantic! It was 32 degrees outside, but completely comfortably warm, inside. You truly wouldn't know you weren't inside. Any way, I've eaten my way through Inman Park but somehow hadn't yet indulged in the delectable Sotto Sotto. This might just be my new favorite Italian in Atlanta. It was absolutely delicious. Across the table (thanks to the half portion option), we tried at least 8 items on the menu! Each one was more special then the next. Our incredible server Kagen (sp?) walked us through each section of the menu absolutely perfectly. As a result we ended up ordering some of his favs from across the menu. In my photos you can see what we ordered, but my recommendation is to simply ask your server what they like and you'll undoubtably get something stellar. In a market of many, great Italian options, Sotto Sotto might just be the BEST and my new fav!!! I absolutely can't wait to return.

Food:10/10 Ambiance:10/10…read moreService:-0/10 This place was amazing the food and atmosphere created an amazing experience for my group ,... However the server we had tonight was one of the worst experiences I've had especially for a place that is trying to sell an upscale dining environment he greeted the table by saying (after we asked how he was doing) "I'm doing f-ing horrible I'm tired and feel like sh*t we had such a busy night last night" he was not very knowledgeable about menu or drinks and his overall appearance gave very much unhygienic he also forgot to put in our food order so we waited double the time and said that since we already had appetizers and the other table did not have any food that we could wait to order food, also just assumed how someone in my group wanted there steak cooked so had to wait for that to be redone, he was all over the place and did not check in on us very often we needed things like refills or salt pepper etc. and went without because bad service I don't think he should have been working he obviously did not want to be there he also failed to mention that the kitchen was closing so we did not get to try the desserts. There were a couple of other things but don't want a 5 page review I cannot remember his name but a taller white guy with a messy bun and tired eyes. We still left a tip because that's what you do when you go out but if he treated his other tables like he did us I wouldn't be surprised if we were the only ones that tipped. I suggest not going on a busy night to get good service I guess. My group was 4 ppl 2 couples trying to enjoy a nice double date without the craziness of v-day next time we will celebrate days before. Will for sure be going back and hope you give them a try but if that's how the waiter greets himself please go ahead and ask for a different server!!!!