We came to Amore Mio recently for a work dinner and had mixed feelings. The service and ambiance…read morewere excellent. Soft lighting, music, and tables spread far enough that seating felt intimate. The food was just okay. The margherita pizza was cheesy and had a nice crispy crust. The fettuccine ricotta was not very good. It tasted bland and the only thing that came through was the spice. Nothing seemed to be made in house, which is disappointing considering the price of each item. There isn't a huge assortment of beer, but there are plenty of wines, specialty cocktails, and mixed drinks to try. Overall, we had a nice time together at this restaurant, but the food isn't the greatest of all the options downtown.

visited on a Wednesday evening, not at all busy. we got sat right away by the waitress as we had a…read morereservation. Here is what we noticed -Moldy/Dirty HVAC vents -Water dripping from ceiling with buckets on the floor to collect the spillage. We even had to move tables because it was coming from several areas! -Drinks came out fast but the food took extremely long! 1.5 hours for some salad and pasta? With Small portions! Pretty ridiculous On top of 20% MANDATORY gratuities and no option to split check! Absurd. Hope they invest it in a better building! 2/5 stars at best! Will not be returning.

This place is so good!! We had family in from out of town and decided on Giardino Trattoria &…read morePizzeria. It's so cute inside and service was very kind and attentive. They have your typical alcoholic beverages, as well as some very innovative cocktails. Their lunch options were great, offering half a soup/salad/sandwich or even a full small pizza. I would like to note that it's definitely more of a lunch stop than brunch spot. Overall, everyone in our party was happy with their order and we quite literally had no complaints. Parking was super easy. There's plenty of street parking, but there's also a parking lot right next door. I would love to come back with for a heartier dinner as their entrees and pastas look so delicious!

We headed to Giardino for our post-theater dinner on Sunday. This was our second time at this…read morerestaurant and again, we enjoyed our dining experience. Two for two!! Our server today was Jackie, who provided good service and was personable and friendly. We started with cocktails, an old-fashioned for him and a bees knees for me. The bartender didn't quite get the bees knees to the right balance level with the honey, but I asked one of the staff to ask the bartender to add more honey. He kind of missed the mark on that cocktail unfortunately. In his defense, a lot of bartenders really don't know how to make a good bees knees. We ordered the meatballs and polenta to share as an appetizer. The meatballs rivaled my Italian dad's, and that says a lot because he made the best meatballs ever. The restaurant didn't serve grilled crostini with their meatballs like other places unfortunately, and there was no bread service. However, I believe they do have garlic bread on their menu that you can order For dinner my husband had the short ribs with gnocchi and I had the vodka rigatoni. Both of those dishes were delicious. I don't like short ribs but I gave it a taste - it was tender and delicious. My vodka rigatoni came with chicken for some reason (this 100% Italian would never put chicken with rigatoni alla vodka) so I nixed it. A half slice of garlic bread was served on each of our entrées. My husband's was perfectly grilled and mine was not. The one time I was getting bread and it turned out to be meh. We ordered a tiramisu to take with us to enjoy later that evening. It was light and heavenly. However, for the price, I think they could have offered a larger slice as it was a small 3 x 3 square. Having said that I love that we found a place that has good food just a five-minute walk from the theater. I think our fellow theater goers discovered this place, too, because the place was packed. Even with the slight things that I was disappointed in, I would return time and time again because the food is really good. Give this place to try!

CU is an excellent place, despite some of the negative reviews complaining about the food quality,…read moreportion sizes, prices, or service. Since discovering it five months ago, my bride and I have already returned twice. The food has been remarkable each time, with generous portions and prompt, attentive service. As for the prices, they are clearly printed on the menu, so there should be no surprises. We look forward to coming back again.

Cheese curds with pickles are so delicious! We will definite be coming back to try other specials.read more

Brittany Garcia Deserves More Than Five Stars!…read more We came to Cooper's Hawk expecting a great meal, but we left feeling like we had experienced something much more meaningful. Our waitress, Brittany, was absolutely incredible. From the moment she greeted us, she was warm, genuine, attentive, and unbelievably kind. Her service wasn't just exceptional--it was the kind of kindness and compassion that you don't forget. Brittany went above and beyond in every possible way. She anticipated what we needed before we even asked, made us feel genuinely welcomed, and treated us like we were old friends rather than just another table. Her smile, her patience, her personality, and the care she put into every little detail were truly remarkable. But what really touched us was something that's difficult to put into words. Brittany restored our faith in God. Sometimes you encounter a person at exactly the right moment, and their kindness reminds you that there is still so much goodness in the world. Brittany was that person for us. Her compassion and genuine spirit felt like a blessing, and we walked out of Cooper's Hawk feeling grateful not only for the meal, but for having crossed paths with her. The restaurant should be incredibly proud to have someone like Brittany representing them. She is an absolute treasure and deserves to be recognized for the incredible person she is. If management is reading this: please know that Brittany is the kind of employee every restaurant dreams of having. Give this woman a raise, a bonus, a trophy--whatever it takes! She deserves every bit of recognition that comes her way. Brittany, thank you for making our experience unforgettable. You didn't just serve us dinner--you reminded us that kindness, faith, and good people are still very much alive. God bless you.

I've never had a bad meal at Cooper's Hawk. Their food is always wonderful, love their wine…read moreselection and always have wonderful service. I got to try a new seasonal lunch dish, Chicken Francese. (Caramelized Parmesan Chicken, Crispy Yukon Potatoes, Garlic Spinach, Calabrian White Wine Sauce, Lemon Brown Butter) Excellent! Always recommend trying their seasonal menu- there's often delicious, new items to try.

I absolutely love this pizza. I've been gone for almost 20 years and I was so happy when I came…read moreback. It was still around as delicious as it was before!

OMG the best pizza EVER! New. Owner and they made it…read moreGREAT!! They added a made in-house ice creamery. You can taste the freshness and care in every item in this place. I come from 2.5 hours away and this is a staple stop when I'm remotely close.

My husband and I have been to The Turf Room North Aurora, IL a handful of times and have never been…read moredisappointed. We went there yesterday for dinner and continue to be delighted with the staff as well as the restaurant as a whole. I am always pleased with the staff. Our sever, Deven was on her game. She was quite knowledgeable and knew her menu well. She started us off with the Waygu Wellington Poptarts. The flaky crust that covered the melt in your mouth beef was extraordinaire. For my entree, I had the Blackened Salmon on arugula. This was combined with shaved almonds, strawberries, avocado, and blue cheese! Ever hear someone get excited about a salad? Yes it was that good. Husband had the Sous Vide half chicken with his coveted homemade mashed potatoes and carrots. My husband, the chef was not disappointed. And no meal is complete in his book without dessert. We had the Flourless Chocolate Torte. Quite heavenly. But what meal is complete without dessert? As always look forward to our next visit there!

Aye man, every time I go to the Fox Valley I find another solid place. This was no exception. Turf…read moreroom, more like "Tuff" Room , amirite? We sat at the bar and I asked the server to switch my Alma maters game on and to my surprise they did it! Now the restaurant itself is dark, wood walls, very stable like interior. Very cozy. Great menu from steaks to fresh pasta. We had the short rib, a pasta and very large shrimp cocktail. Great beer menu. I had a saison that they brew in house. Everything was great. Service was great. Would definitely come back!

First, this Maciano's has a lot of VEGAN options if you ask for you for no cheese (like Pasta,…read moreLoaded Veggie Pizza with no cheese or bring vegan mozzarella) Obviously plenty for meat-eaters BUT so many options for seafood lovers!! (I see food and I eat it!!) Lol Start off with the most delicious hot loaf of bread, truly exceptional! The very kindest and friendly servers who are quick to move with your bread and meals Lovely, intimate cozy restaurant with booth seating available Please see my photographs below P..S. We wonder why all of the Maciano's do not serve the same things? Why does the Vernon Hills location serve the Angel Hair Pomodoro with Fresh tomato and the Aurora location serve canned tomato sauce?

My family has ordered delivery from here several times and we love it! The food always comes fresh…read moreand we are suckers whenever we receive a coupon in the mail. Our favorite pizza is "the works" pizza without olives. I think we've ordered this twice now, and I say "I think" because it could've been more - my husband is the one who usually requests pizza like it's daily bread and naturally would do the ordering :) If you order "the works" without any modifications, it contains sausage, pepperoni, ground beef, bacon, mushroom, onion, green olives, black olives, and green peppers. We've only tried the pizza made with traditional thin crust, but they have different types of dough you can choose from for a slight upcharge: double dough, pan, stuffed, etc. This pizza is perfect because it checks the box for meats (him) and checks the box for veggies (me). We also order a side of marinara which comes in a little tub like a "cup" of soup; it is worth the $5 to dunk your crust in. That's how I will always order pizza, with extra marinara on the side. We've had their wings and a few other apps too. if you're ever in the mood for really good thin crust that holds up against the toppings and is still tastes right out of the oven when if you order delivery, maciano's is the place. They are perfect for game days, or really any occasion when you're craving really good 'za.

The employees are so kind and helpful. The parking is plentiful. They have a Wonderful bakery.read more

Aurora staple! Friendly staff, great selection of craft beer. Meat that can't be beat. Prices a…read morelittle higher than average, but to be expected for a local family owned store. Still an awesome place. I love it.

The food was delicious and came quick. The service was excellent and the staff was super nice. It…read morewas super clean, even the bathrooms were super clean. Overall I had a great experience. I will be back soon.

Just a casual dinner night out. I had a free birthday dessert coupon. Made last minute…read morereservations, but when we arrived, we were actually seated early, so that was really nice. It was the start of the dinner rush, and the restaurant was very clean with a fun atmosphere. Our server, Dulce, was very kind and attentive. She took great care of us! This location never disappoints!