Valeria -- undoubtedly the best restaurant in Boerne -- offers a dining experience that marries…read moreItalian-inspired cuisine with a farm-to-table ethos, sourcing many ingredients from its own farm and trusted local partners. Under the guidance of Chef Keith Kuhn, whose international culinary background informs the menu, Valeria delivers a seasonally evolving selection of dishes that emphasize freshness, quality, and flavor. Though the emphasis is on Italian, the menu veers into other cuisines from Europe. From wood-fired pizzas to fresh seafood and house-made desserts, Valeria has earned its reputation as a rare gem in a town bereft of world-class cuisine. Having dined there numerous times, I could write a tome of a review detailing at least a dozen dishes. Alas, Yelp has imposed a draconian 5,000-character limit, so I am forced to limit my review to several standouts. Valeria's housemade bread selections put other restaurants' bread offerings to shame. The selection varies from visit to visit, but expect a generous portion of organic, warm house-baked breads accompanied by unsalted French butter, a ramekin of sea salt, and a selection of briny olives. True to European tradition, I butter each slice of bread and apply a sprinkling of salt to taste. The spicy meat lovers pizza is a triumph of bold flavors. Topped with a robust combination of pepperoni, Italian sausage, fresh jalapeños, Calabrian chilis, a mountain of shredded mozzarella, and a zesty San Marzano tomato sauce, this pizza -- my personal favorite on the menu -- balances heat with depth. The crust, crafted from organic flour, achieves the coveted Neapolitan texture: crisp on the outside, airy within. A smear of San Marzano tomato sauce provides a bright, tangy foundation, while the jalapeños and Calabrian chilis deliver a satisfying kick. The duck confit, easily the best iteration of the dish within 100 miles, exemplifies Valeria's ability to execute rustic European standards with finesse. The Rohan duck leg confit arrives succulent and tender, the meat falling off the bone after hours of slow cooking in its own fat. Paired with duck fat-sautéed potatoes, the dish offers a rich, earthy decadence, complemented by a vibrant red cabbage, beet, and red onion slaw with a dollop of crème fraîche. The interplay of textures -- crisp skin, creamy potatoes, and crunchy slaw -- creates a symphony of contrasts, while the seasoning (a hint of rosemary and thyme) underscores the duck's natural richness. It's a sophisticated yet comforting plate, one that Chef Keith was happy to make for me by special request. Thank you, Chef! The fish and chips reflect Valeria's global influences and commitment to sustainable seafood. Featuring a flaky, wild-caught fish -- haddock, as I recall -- the filets are encased in a light, golden batter that crisps beautifully without becoming greasy. The fries, house-made and twice-cooked for that perfect desiccated crunch, accompany a house-made dill tartar sauce, adding a creamy, tangy counterpoint to the fish's mild sweetness. Sourced from responsibly caught stocks, per Valeria's standards, it's a refined take on a British classic, proving that even familiar comfort food can shine with premium ingredients and careful preparation. The linguine pescatore is a seafood lover's dream, brimming with fresh shellfish and a zesty, robust tomato sauce. The clams, mussels, and shrimp are cooked perfectly (never rubbery), while the linguine arrives al dente. It's a vibrant, rustic plate that had me sweating most gloriously. On one visit, the kitchen inexplicably forgot to include the mussels, an oversight Chef Keith remedied by presenting me with a huge complimentary side dish of the aforementioned bivalves. Serendipity-doo-dah! The warm chocolate sheet cake provides a decadent finale, one that I've savored on many occasions. Served straight from the oven, this cake features a moist, fudgy center with a slightly crisp edge, its deep chocolate flavor derived from high-quality cocoa. Chopped Texas pecans add an extra depth of flavor and texture. It's a comforting yet elegant end to the meal, embodying the restaurant's ethos of quality without pretense, a sweet reminder of why Valeria stands out in Boerne's largely fetid dining landscape. Don't let its unassuming strip mall veneer fool you; this hidden gem offers an intimate atmosphere, attentive service, and a wine list that pairs beautifully with its fare. For those seeking a memorable meal in Boerne, Valeria is the best option by far.

Great food! We had appetizers, Caesar salad and two seafood pastas. It was all terrific and we had…read moreenough pasta left for lunch a couple of days later

What a pleasant surprise this place turned out to be. I was in the area for work and stumbled upon…read morehis place. I really didn't expect much and hadn't been to Boerne in at least a decade, but I was craving Italian food and took my chances. Boy, am I glad I did! I ordered the nights special - veal saltimbocca with grilled shrimp and a Caesar salad. The veal was flavorful and tender and the sauce was nice and lemony. The shrimp were plump and perfectly cooked. The others at my table ordered the Shrimp Fra Diablo and the Shrimp Florentine. I had a taste of theirs also and they were both delicious. If you're ever in the area, please stop by this place. I look forward to going back someday.

Had a family anniversary dinner here,,,,all staff and owner were super helpful! Everyone really…read moreenjoyed the hospitality that was provided. We've been going for few years, now they opened a location and we will no doubt be customers for life... Food is extraordinary, definitely would recommend.

Orlando is superb in the service department and the food is excellent it is our go-to for delicioso…read morePizza, and of course all the other items are spot on, take your parents take your family take everyone it's worth the drive.

Every dish was phenomenal! The Spaghetti and meatball was cooked perfectly. The lasagna was layered…read morewith creamy ricotta and savory sauce. The Chicken Parmesan was so moist and filling. Took half home for later. Each meal was presented nicely and accompanied with a hearty salad portion. The complimentary bread was great for soaking the amazing sauce on the dishes. The personal pizza with the choice of four toppings was baked perfectly. We were seated immediately and quickly greeted by our server. She was delightful and very helpful with the menu. This bijou Italian eatery is pleasant with comfortable chairs with a nice Italian atmosphere. Definitely will be back for more of their menu selections.

We came in to celebrate our 19th wedding anniversary on a Friday night and had a phenomenal…read moreexperience! It was a lively atmosphere with live music planning, a backed bar area and a humming dining room. We were given the corner "power" booth and really felt cozy. The staff were friendly and attentive. Our server JT was a sweetheart and did a great job. Our meal started with two appetizers: the Calamari & Meatballs. Both were fantastic and really set the tone of what this place is. The Calamari was perfectly executed - seasoned well and not overcooked. The meatballs were phenomenal and full of balanced flavor, due in part to the heavenly red sauce they were swimming in. These are a must try! We then enjoyed Ceasar salads before our entrees and really enjoyed the balance and flavor they offered. Simple and delicious. The entrees were outstanding! * My wife ordered the Noli's Sautéed Chicken, featuring a sautéed chicken breast and cappellini pasta with basil, capers, sun-dried tomatoes, olives in a white wine lemon sauce. A lighter plate with a fragrant touch, she really enjoyed the combination of flavors. * I went with JT's recommendation and chose the Prime Surf 'N' Turf...this was amazing! A 12oz Ribeye cooked medium rare, topped with two huge fried shrimp, accompanied by a rich and delicious lobster vodka sauce under perfectly baked ravioli. If you are spoiling yourself, this is the choice for you! We can't wait to get back to Albi's Vite and make more memories. In the meantime, you deserve to go make your own!

It was sooo good! Hubby and I went out the night before, and I have to admit we were a little…read morehungover --so when we woke up, we wanted pasta. It was everything I dreamed of lol I ordered the "Marry Me Chicken," and the portion was a lot for me. I haven't had much of an appetite lately so I had the rest for dinner! The waiter even sent us home with fresh baked bread, which my husband and I absolutely devoured with our leftovers The Marry Me Chicken had a little kick to it--I wasn't expecting that, but I liked it! I'm definitely going to look up the recipe and try making it at home. As far as the ambiance, the place wasn't very busy, and the lights were dimmed--mind you, it was only 1pm! I didn't want to go somewhere loud or where I had to wait a long time to be seated. Albi's Vite was a perfect Sunday afternoon for us. Thank you!

Parking lot had ample parking and looked clean. Walking in there was no host/hostess, but one…read morearrived quickly. It is a smaller restaurant, and the overall atmosphere is clean and quiet. Very nice. Our waitress was friendly, and our starter of mozzarella sticks and marinara arrived quickly. I thought they were good, but my wife thought they were excellent. My rating would be 3.5 stars out of 5, my wife gives it 5 out of 5. Staffing seemed very impressive, with more than adequate staff and all seemed friendly. I ordered the pollo alla griglia and my wife ordered the veal parmigiana. For my order, with the vegetables, I would rate it 5 out of 5! Vegetables and the seasoning was amazing! The chicken was excellent, and the lemon butter sauce was incredible! Definitely would order this again! My wife rated her food 4.5 out of 5. She found the veal to be a little salty. Overall, an excellent experience and I would highly recommend dining here.

The ambience might not be Old World Italian with a Chianti bottle candle holder on your table, but…read morethe food certainly is. In fact there are two shining stars of Luciano's, food and service. A basket of fresh, hot and soft bread rolls hits the the table almost as soon as we sat down. We had the fried Calamari appetizer for the two of us and it was enough to be a meal by itself. Don't let the underwhelming descriptions on the menu fool you, the Shrimp Luciano comes with 6 super-sized shrimp that are beautiful and lightly encrusted on top of perfectly prepared buttery spaghetti. In order to keep the light crunch of the shrimp from getting soggy, the lemon butter sauce sits on the bottom of the bowl for dipping and sopping as desired. Every dish I saw comes from the kitchen looking "photo ready". Great presentation. What really made this evening pop was our server's attention to our table. Sophia never left a single detail unattended. If she felt our drink was taking too long (which I didn't), she'd apologize and let us know she was going to check on it. Her attention to detail and perfect timing was an absolute complement to the quality of the food. I didn't feel like she was waiting on us, it felt more like we had our own personal representative on staff. Finally, ambience...probably the weakest link of Luciano's, the conversation level is loud enough in the room that you don't feel like you have to whisper for privacy giving the room a lively and family friendly feel. There is background music playing but it's almost non-existent, in fact I had to stop and tilt my head to detect it. Personally I like a little background music and it wouldn't hurt to turn up the volume a notch. Over the long bar is a single screen with muted sound playing an NBA game. Luciano's is not over-priced with great food and great service. I'll be back

Quality over quantity the pizza size is small but packed with flavor. Italian house Salad had…read moreiceberg lettuce which I am not a fan of but the dressing made up for it and the olden beets were delicious they were cold I think they would be better room temperature Vast variety of cocktails wines and soft drinks. Service was excellent and rapid. The vibe was relaxed 2 screen TVs and holiday music playing softly in the background a separate dining area that looked very cozy for intimate conversations Ideally located on Main Street Boerne Outdoor seating is available

Service was great and pizza tasted good. I ordered the pepperoni and the Bianca pizzas. The…read morepepperoni with jalapeños was amazing and the Bianca tasted good as well. The only thing is there were very little red peppers on the Bianca pizza. Other than that, the place was well decorated!

An absolutely cool place! It's a big, open yet intimate restaurant that has indoor and outdoor…read moreseating. The outdoor is enclosed and covered with a smaller opening to get a nice breeze but keep the elements away. The food looked fantastic as some people in our group got pizzas, loaded fries and sushi. They have it all! We really enjoyed our cocktails and beer that we ordered and the service was spectacular. This is definitely a place I can't wait to come back to!

Dined at 4pm with friends. The service was very good, but on to the food…read more I had the Joi nachos for $19. 3 deep fried triangular wrap material with a few chunks of raw tuna, chopped cucumber, a smattering of sprouts and a half teaspoon of what I think was caviar. Totally tasteless. My partner got the $22 pad Thai. a totally tasteless light tan mess of sauce, pasta and chicken pieces. Absolutely NO outstanding flavor. It was presented as though the chef opened a can and dumped. Too lazy to even make it LOOK presentable. We wouldn't have chosen this place as we had a disappointing experience when they first opened. Nothing has changed.

I love Cypress Grille. I went there with a friend for an Easter brunch and the food and service…read morewas excellent. They recently lost part of their leased space. You enter from the side of the building now, not on Main Street.

This is a cute place in Boerne with great food, excellent service (very attentive) and a unique…read moreatmosphere...thank you Kylie (aka Emma Stone) for making our evening memorable! I had the Steak Diane with twice baked potato and a Tomato gratin; hubby had the ribeye, twice baked potato and mushrooms. Both dishes were outstanding! We shared the Crispy Crab Cakes as an appetizer and the Créme Broülée for dessert. Both were excellent as well! We had a nice California Cabernet, would love to see them carry some Texas wines! I would recommend this restaurant to anyone, they have seating for many party sizes from 2 to 6 or 7...a family friendly establishment. Our server mentioned tonight that they have been in business for almost 20 years so they must be doing something right! No parking lot, but street parking was easy for us to find.

We had a party of 10 on the patio. 6 adults and 4 kids 11-3. Ordered a Big One (excellent), Veggie,…read moreChicken Blanca, 2 cheese (my fav) pizzas, salad and a (calamari not worth it). We dined on the patio which was good. I thought pizza was really good. The crust and sauce is great. Kids enjoyed the playground ALOT! Nice to have a place that's kid friendly. We dined Saturday night so it was very busy. Waitress was nice and was very busy. Didn't feel like it was too pricey. Patio could use a good power wash with kid spills being plenty. Overall we enjoyed ourselves. Gratuity fee of 18% is automatic when over 8 in your party but they did offer a First Responders / Military discount for our party. I would visit this place again just for the pizza even without kids.

1 hour and 45 minutes from the time we walked in the door til the time we got our food. I…read moreliterally just admitted how much of an idiot I am in the 1st sentence because we didn't get up and walk out. We were once served raw shrimp at the Boerne Chili's, but at least it didn't take longer than a root canal to get it like Inferno's does.

Great ambiance with the sci-fi themed decor loved it the second I walked in, amazing staff super…read moreattentive and friendly service even got to see the owners showing up and helping, and an amazing slice of pizza to wrap it all up.

An 80s & 90s themed pizza shop with amazing pizza offerings?…read moreYes, Please! The owners are huge Barbie & Star Wars fans and the restaurant is like a memorabilia dream come true. They've got so much cool stuff to check out. It's like a pizza shop museum! They have other memorabilia like a DeLorean (Back to the Future), E.T. stuff, and so much more. Lots of seating with three patios (dog-friendly, yay). Smaller interior seating that includes a bar area as well. The bar is newer and is themed for the Predator movies. The pizzas are amazing (NY-style in a brick oven) but so are the sandwiches and calzones. There are a lot of great menu options. My boyfriend is a fan of the brisket pizza. They have desserts too but we've not tried them...yet. My boyfriend is a Star Wars nerd and we both love nostalgia so this makes for a great stop when we're in the San Antonio area. We never get tired of visiting...or eating. The food is always beyond good and it feels like we have something new to see at each visit. This is definitely a cool gem to explore for roadtrip travelers.