We celebrated some of our friends' birthdays at Cafe Roma…read morerecently. The service was amazing and all our dinners were delicious! Highly recommend Cafe Roma! Thank you!

Terrible experience this time at Cafe Roma. On a Thursday before a holiday the place was packed…read more Three of us waited about ten minutes for a table. Not bad. The host seated us and brought three glasses of water for the table. What was really crappy was the table service. A fourteen top table was getting all the attention and we were solidly ignored for more than ten minutes. Not a drink order, not even an acknowledgment that they'll be with us. Nothing. When a server finally showed up we ordered everything. Drinks, salad and entrees. That's when I started a stopwatch on the phone. It took over twenty five minutes for our dinners to arrive. The food was fine. Sorry Cafe Roma. You lost us as customers. I'll never be back.

Since recently moving to the area, Louie Angelo's has quickly become one of our go-to spots…read more Whether we're ordering takeout for a cozy night at home or dining in, the food is always consistently delicious. The pizza is fantastic with a perfectly cooked crust, and the vodka rigatoni is one of my favorite dishes--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. We've also appreciated the variety of daily specials, which always give us a reason to try something new. If you're looking for great casual Italian food, this is definitely the place to go. The food is consistently excellent, the atmosphere is welcoming, and it's the kind of local restaurant you'll find yourself coming back to again and again. Highly recommend!

We were in South Elgin running errands today. I did a Google search on restaurants near the places…read morewe would be at Louie Angelo's came up un the list. Italian food is our most favorite cuisine. Many Italian restaurants are fancy high price place restaurants. We were excited to find a casual Italian restaurant where the emphasis is on serving delicious food rather than having a fancy setting. The fried zucchini with homemade ranch dressing was very good. Be sure to ask for additional parmesan cheese to sprinkle on it. The rigatoni with vodka sauce was very good. I had the Buratta salad with red pepper strips and balsamic glaze. I would order this again. One minor point. The salad greens were about 50% spinach leaves and then the other 50% was mixed lettuce. For me, that was too much spinach. Their balsamic dressing was perfect for this salad. I wish we lived closer to this restaurant. I would come here very.often.

The suburbs don't usually inspire much confidence when someone tells you they're taking you out for…read morepizza. More often than not, you're looking at another tavern-cut pie, a dozen televisions screaming sports highlights, and a menu designed by committee. Safe. Predictable. Forgettable. Then there's Woodfire. I ended up here with my family celebrating my son's second birthday and was immediately reminded that every now and then, hidden among the endless strip malls and chain restaurants of the Chicago suburbs, you'll stumble across a place that actually gives a damn. The Vodka Pizza arrived looking almost too good to touch. Almost. Hot Calabrian vodka sauce. Fresh mozzarella. Shallot. Pepperoni. Ricotta. Basil. A combination that sounds familiar enough until that first bite lands and the heat punches through. Not the fake, watered-down, suburban version of spicy that restaurants use to avoid frightening anyone. This pizza has conviction. It has backbone. The Calabrian peppers make their presence known immediately and refuse to apologize for it. Good. Food should have an opinion. The crust, charred, blistered, beautifully imperfect, comes from house-made dough cooked in a wood-fired oven that sits like the beating heart of the restaurant. Every pie carries those little marks of fire that remind you an actual human being made it. Not a conveyor belt. Not a timer. Fire. Flour. Skill. And speaking of things that deserve respect, let's talk about the bar. Kevin has become something of a local legend in Dundee. The kind of bartender whose name gets mentioned before the cocktail list. The kind of guy who understands that making drinks isn't about pouring alcohol into a glass. It's hospitality, theater, craftsmanship, and just enough mischief to keep things interesting. Still chasing the heat from the pizza, I ordered the Spicy Flamingo. A dangerous drink. Sweet enough to invite you in. Spicy enough to keep you paying attention. The kind of cocktail that disappears faster than you intended and leaves you contemplating a second before the first one is gone. Around us, bussers moved through the dining room like a pit crew at Daytona. Tables were cleaned before they looked dirty. Empty glasses vanished. New guests were seated. The machine never stopped moving. Then there's Chef Mason. It's obvious someone in that kitchen understands the difference between cooking food and feeding people. There's technique here. Knowledge. Discipline. But thankfully none of the self-important nonsense that infects so many restaurants once they start believing their own press. Woodfire isn't trying to change your life. It's not trying to educate you. It's not trying to be the coolest restaurant in the room. Like Ferris Bueller, it understands that life moves pretty fast. So instead of chasing trends, it focuses on making exceptional handmade pizza, memorable pasta, serious cocktails, and creating a place where people actually want to spend an evening. In a world full of restaurants desperately trying to be something, Woodfire succeeds by simply being exactly what it is. And that's a hell of a lot rarer than it should be.

Woodfire fits naturally into the heart of Dundee -- relaxed, welcoming, and easy to enjoy. The…read morepizza is the highlight, bringing a fun, flavorful approach that works well for both casual nights out and group dinners. The pasta and appetizers are solid across the board, and the drinks round out the experience nicely. It's the kind of neighborhood spot that may not try to overreach, but consistently delivers a good time and a satisfying meal.

Visited Aliano's to sit on their covered patio and enjoy dinner with music. We didn't wait long to…read morebe sat which was nice. They had a gentleman singing and playing acoustic guitar. The runners quickly brought us waters, complimentary bread, and a balsamic glaze/olive oil mixture to dip bread into. The menu had a great variety. I ended up sharing the Rigatoni Mama and my friend got the Homemade Manicotti. The pastas did take a while to come out but the patio was pretty packed. Once the pastas arrived, we did ask for some more bread which sadly came out a but stale. The first round was WAY better. My friend started cutting into her pasta and immediately found a hair baked in. We called our server over and they immediately took it away to remake. They offered a complimentary dessert but we kindly asked to comp the dish instead. The Rigatoni Mama was tasty and a good portion to share! With all the hardships, our server Hannah could not have been better. She navigated the situation calmly and professionally. She was very understanding and continued to bring a happy demeanor to our table. I could not be more impressed by her service level especially since the manager did not stop at our table to correct the situation.

Just about everything has gone downhill since the new owners took over. Really wanted to try and…read morelike a local business in town, calamari was undercooked, no Kaluha for espresso martinis, out of certain wines that are listed on the menu,Caesar salad was soggy and lacked dressing... the presentation was slapped together, pasta seemed to not be al dente & store bought quality. The DEVIL IS IN THR DETAILS. This once vibrant busy restaurant is now a ghost town and for a valid reason. Terrible to see it..but I have to be honest with his updated review.

I had dinner here with my husband and two kids and two weeks later, I had lunch here with two of my…read morechildhood friends. Dinner with the family was nice; the waiter spilled my drink all over my lap. Not a big deal, I laughed it off and he gave us a discount on our bill, which wasn't necessary. Lunch with the girls was also nice. I had soup and a salad. One of my friends ordered soup and salad, her soup was very, very salty so our waitress offered to bring her a different soup. Both times I dined at Biaggi's it was clean and not too loud.

So I've been to different Biaggis with somewhat mixed satisfaction but first time here. I will get…read morestraight to it and say although I ate most of my meal it wasn't terribly satisfactory. And the reason for the two stars is primarily for the fact that if you are going to have a near $30 meal these days for lunch, I expect it to be very satisfactory. I have enclosed pictures so you can see the huge amount of oil that was floating on top and basically soaking everything. I got the chicken Marsala and I was informed after I was pretty much finished and said well I didn't find it inedible but I did find the oil to be in abundance and not something I'd order again. I have always got the chicken Marsala here and it's never been like this. She said they changed the recipe about a month ago. I love chicken Marsala and never had it so oily. She said she'd mention it to the chef. I'm sorry but I would say cook at a chain restaurant but that's just a thought of mine not something I mentioned. Anyway I again brought it up to the manager on the way out and he said it was from the spinach that is sautéed in butter.. no it was oil and the spinach was not soaked in either. He said sorry . Now I don't know if you have to be a raging lunatic when you say you are not happy with a meal to get something more as compensation for your time and the fact that even though you said I always get the chicken Marsala but I will not be ordering it again if this is the new recipe or what, but I guess I am going to give up on lunches at Biaggis altogether after this and my last visit to the deer park ones disappointing dessert that was so hot it burnt my tongue. So bye bye Biaggis. My money is valuable to me and my business should be to you.

Came here for a date night with my husband, and it was our first time visiting. We absolutely loved…read moreit! Villa Verone has such a charming, hole-in-the-wall feel with multiple levels that make it cozy and unique. The restaurant was bustling with couples, families, and groups of friends, creating a warm and lively atmosphere. Our waiter was friendly, attentive, and incredibly helpful in walking us through the menu. We ordered the chicken Alfredo and the salmon, and both were absolutely delicious. Paired with a glass of wine, it made for the perfect evening. Everything from the food to the service exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience and will definitely be back!

Went here for a rehearsal dinner and had an absolutely amazing experience! Gorgeous space,…read moredelicious cocktails and fresh pastas, and wonderful staff. Shoutout to the tiramisu - it was the perfect treat to end the night!

Riganato played host to a wonderful 90th birthday luncheon for my Mother (from nearby St. Charles)…read morein their back room this past Sunday afternoon, with just enough capacity for 24 people. Food was excellent, as expected, from sandwiches and pizza to outstanding fish entrees, menu specials, and pastas. Service was very attentive and kind. No extra fees or surprises whatsoever. Highly recommended for your special events, and general family-friendly, high-quality dining at reasonable prices.

An incredible place to have a great meal! Outdoor seating was pleasant, the sea bass was cooked to…read moreperfection, and the service was first class! It felt like eating at the home of someone who really cares about the quality of their food. I would highly recommend it! Don't let the road construction stop you from finding it!

The entire Mio Modo team has our heartfelt thanks for all the work they put into making our event…read morespecial. Every guest raved about the food, friendly staff, and overall ambiance. They went above and beyond our expectations and were extremely flexible when it came to tailoring the event to our preference. We are so glad we went with Mio Modo and will always recommend them to anyone who asks.

The appetizers were amazing, especially the Arancini. The…read moremain dishes were okay, not nearly as flavorful. In the future we will go during happy hour and just get appetizers.

I've eaten at Cucina Bella twice, a couple of years apart, and both times our server was Mark. He…read moretold us he has been a server for a long time, so we expected a more attentive experience. Unfortunately, we found his service disappointing on both visits. The biggest issue was that he seemed to have too many tables to manage at once. There were several very large parties--tables of eight or ten people--and it felt like the two of us were frequently overlooked while he was attending to those larger tables. There were many times when he could have simply stopped by our table to check on us or take care of something, but instead we were left waiting while he handled the larger groups. He also had somewhat of an aloof attitude, which didn't help. We understand that large tables require attention, but smaller tables shouldn't feel forgotten because the server has too many tables to juggle. The restaurant itself is also a very loud, lively atmosphere, which may be worth knowing if you're looking for a quieter dining experience. As for the food, I ordered the lasagna, which does list peas as an ingredient on the menu. I found the combination unappealing. I remembered I believe I had their lasagna the first time (no peas) and loved it, but this time It wasn't so memorable. Overall, the experience was disappointing, particularly because we had essentially the similar service experience on two separate visits.

Good food and wine and the cake portions were huge. My personal preference was that I didn't like…read morethe chicken in the build your own pasta. Service was excellent. The whole Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. The exposed brick made for a cool room and back drop for eating.

We have enjoyed going to Maciano's for quite a while. We love the spaghetti with meatballs and the…read morechicken marsala. They also have a great antipasto salad. Their portions are quite large, and we can enjoy two meals. The service is excellent and the staff is really friendly and efficient.

Had a overall good experience at Maciano's they never seem to disappoint. I've been here multiple…read moretimes over the years and it never seems off. The food is decent and is affordable for Italian cuisine of the quality. I was especially impressed by the service they offer, they offer bread at your table, they are always on nice Aswell as helpful with everything. Cannot complain about my experiences. I feel like the one thing this restaurant could do to take it to the next level would be organizing, it seems sometimes when they get busy they seem a little flustered which is alright but overall I've never been disappointed with the food there. For a restaurant on route 20 that's affordable and tasty I cannot complain. Most recently I ordered the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and it was pretty flavorful. I would definitely order the mozzarella sticks again aswell they were decent. Overall a solid place to go if you're looking for quality food, great service, and an affordable date night.