You really can't argue with the ambience of the place, I lived in St. Louis for a few years and the…read morearea there known as "theHill" is dotted with places like this. Big difference they are run by Italians, this place isn't. I came in expecting great things, it has the right patina on it to be a good Italian joint. It came highly recommended by the staff of the Hampton Inn. It looked like it had been there for 30 years or more. Again, it was highly recommended and within walking distance , what could go wrong? It took them about 20 minutes to wait on me after I got seated. I should've left, I would've had a better meal somewhere else and wouldn't feel guilty about writing the this review. I gotta say, once they got started the food came out within moments. The toasted ravioli was a little on the loose side. Like maybe it should've been in the fryer a little longer. It was cheese ravioli with a sweet cheese inside it. I'm going to say the fryer was not hot enough to do the job. The breading was falling off. It was not crispy or crunchy. The shrimp carbonara was well-made, except it wasn't carbonara. Absolutely not a single piece of bacon. And it was a little bland. And I had to ask for cheese. Timing is everything. Literally, I was starting to eat my toasted ravioli and here comes the main dish, 3 minutes tops. There are no half portions of toasted ravioli. So be prepared to eat a bushel of toasted ravioli. Hint, hint, it's perfect for two people, maybe three in a pinch. I was just over it and ate the not-carbonara and, they tried really hard to make up for it. In the end, they did the only thing they could do, they heavily discounted the meal. I would definitely eat there again and even take my wife. I think that it wouldn't be a bad place to even have a group, they had a group in the next room and they were living it up. Sounded like they were having a great time. And maybe that's part of the problem, not enough staff for a busy night, maybe the kitchen was backed up? I don't know, I'd give them another shot, they have been there for a long time for a reason, and are obviously a popular spot I think I had a rare mediocre experience. The manager and the server were genuinely shocked at the level of ineptitude of the cook.

Capri's always delivers a delicious meal. Along with a variety of dinner options, they offer beer,…read morewine & spirits. The staff is friendly & attentive. I love that the low lighting & booth seating.

Olive Branch serves Mediterranean and Italian cuisine. Their menu has salads, pasta, kabobs,…read moresandwiches, and more. For beverages, they have soft drinks and a small menu of beers and wines. I got the shrimp kabob which was deliciously marinated and came with warm pita, hummus, greek salad, and tzatziki! It was very filling and extremely enjoyable! Service was also quick and our waitress was friendly. A great place for a family dinner or lunch.

We've visited Olive Branch several times and have yet to be disappointed. My wife usually orders…read morefrom the Mediterranean menu and has enjoyed all of the dishes. I usually choose from the Italian side and have enjoyed all of my meals. I'm a garlic bread lover and would like more with my dinner. The beer and wine selection is a bit limited, but seems to be expanding.

MiG's never disappoints. Order at counter and someone will bring out your order. Their menu has…read moresomething for everyone. The half sandwich and fries deal is my go to. The shrimp po boy would be my favorite sandwich there. If you like ranch, you will have to try theirs.

This place was recommended by a local. I made a large order online for a family in the area. The…read moreprocess was super easy and I was able to pay online. I ordered 5 pizzas (3 meat lovers, 1 pepperoni, 1 veggie) 30 piece wings and a Greek salad with chicken. It was a big hit and it was reported that everyone enjoyed it.

Hidden jewel in the middle of nowhere. Some of the best Italian food I have ever had and the…read moreabsolute best in the state of South Carolina. The chef and owner, Vinnie, is an authentic Italian cook and cares about the dining experience of each and every patron, thus RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!!! It's definitely worth it as the dining experience rivals pretty much any other you have experienced. Meals are freshly prepared in view of the customers and the same day market staples experience only adds to the special atmosphere. Each menu item is prepared with love and attention so you get a better plated meal than could ever be represented on the menu. Vinnie does have a small staff so although you get special treatment, it might take a slight bit longer than normal but it is worth the wait. I cannot say enough about how good the food is or how much Vinnie cares about your individual satisfaction but once you experience it you will definitely come away impressed. The pasta sauces are awesome and help to properly accentuate whatever protein you choose so feel free to experiment a bit and get out of your comfort zone, you might find a new favorite. This is one of my favorite places to eat and I cant say enough good things, so just "try it, you'll like it (a lot).

Ambiance was lovely, service was splendid and the food was so good! We were so thrilled to find…read moreauthentic Italian in this area!

Local place that's been there a long time. White table cloths excellent service and nice menu…read more Nothing too extravagant just a nice little intimate Italian bistro with authentic recipes.

Being from NY we are used to great Italian food, we were very excited to try this restaurant, as it…read morecame very highly recommended. Sadly, It was average at best. We got several dishes and shared and weren't overly impressed with anything. The lasagna stood out the most, in a bad way. It has some sort of cumin or Mexican flavoring, which reminded us more of an enchilada. The whole concept of waiting outside an hour prior to opening, seems like a way of making it more exclusive but we found it as disorganized as it sounds. We got there at 4pm, for a 5pm open. We were the 3rd in line, yet everyone just pushes through the moment the door opens. It's got a little rough battling through the crowd trying to fight for a table. Once you get in you have to wait 20 mins just to get a drink order in and then it's quite a long wait to order your meal, get the meal and get the check. Not sure why a traditional reservation system wouldn't be mor efficient for everyone, including the staff. Needless to say, we won't be back.

The ONLY criticism is that there is no dining space to eat inside. Great for carry-out. Person…read morerunning the place was polite and friendly. Italian cold-cut sandwich was delicious, good presentation, everything was fresh (meat and veggies). Calzone was terrific, so now I'll know to try the pizza next time. Well worth the visit!

My friend in Laurens has been telling me ... and everyone... about the pizza at this place. Finally…read morehad the chance to try it today. Outstanding! Lived up to the hype. I'm a transplanted NYer and I don't know much... but I do know good pizza. Top notch Gourmet pie to order. Excellent meatball parm hero and an authentic cannoli. Good stuff. I will definitely be back.

Danish is an outstanding chef and we really enjoyed the food and ambiance…read more Recently, his building was damaged by Helene -- but he says he will return as quickly as possible. We look forward to that!

Danish, the owner was very hospitable and attentive. He described the dishes in detail. The entrees…read moreare reasonably priced. The restaurant is a converted home with lots of attention to details. We will return.

Great local place! The staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. The food is great! Best Italian…read morerestaurant in the area. Reminds me of some of the best places I've been to in Boston and NYC.

Service: 5 Food: 2 Food was mediocre- my husband ordered the…read morespecial and it was flavorless. Left half of the protein off of my pasta.

What a great visit we had at DeMarco for a birthday celebration! Our waitress was super chill and…read moreeasygoing, which made the whole experience even better. We took our time settling in and started with the mozzarella and focaccia (so good!) and the meatball--because you can't visit an Italian place without the essentials. For our mains, we ordered the short rib ragu and the verde lasagna. The lasagna was especially memorable--you could really taste the fresh spinach, which gave it a light, refreshing flavor. To top it all off, the wonderful Mr. Flannegan came out to sing "Happy Birthday" and brought their amazing cannoli. Such a fun and memorable touch to an already fantastic meal!

Dined at DeMarco's Italian and had a bit of a mixed experience overall…read more Starting with the positives. The restaurant itself is beautiful. It was very clean, and the atmosphere is one of its strongest assets. We sat outside overlooking Fluor Field, which made for a really enjoyable setting. The outdoor patio was comfortable, and the new awnings provided great shade, making it easy to relax even in the sun. Service was excellent from start to finish. Attentive, and professional. No complaints there at all. For drinks, I ordered a carajillo, which was very well done. The food is where things started to fall short. We began with the long hot stuffed peppers. The dish only comes with two peppers, so the portion felt a bit small. The sausage itself was decent, but it was severely lacking seasoning, and the sauce didn't add much to elevate it. The verde lasagna followed a similar trend. The pasta itself was clearly good quality, but the overall dish was underwhelming and lacking depth of flavor. The scallop dish was the best of what we tried. The scallops were cooked perfectly, the asparagus was fresh, and the risotto had a good texture. Unfortunately, even here, the dish still felt like it was missing seasoning and bold flavor, which was a recurring theme throughout the meal. Given the upscale setting and prime location, expectations are understandably higher and so are the prices. That said, the portion sizes and overall flavor didn't quite justify the cost in my opinion. Overall, a great location with excellent service and ambiance, but the food needs more seasoning and depth to truly match the setting and price point.

Food was excellent!! They get really busy though, so they Collin's of missed us on the service…read more Very kind and polite, just left us hanging a lot. Everything we ate was fantastic though - meatballs, salad, chocolate cake...

Coming from a chef I must say the food was good, especially the bread. The downfall for me Is I…read moreordered the rigatoni a' la vodka with a chicken cutlet. For the $30.00 1 entree the portion size was terrible. It was my first time here and it was recommended I did a review for compass group USA. Taste, ambiance was wonderful.