Visiting from out of town for work and heard this spot was good. I would not recommend this spot at…read moreall. The pros: portion sizes are huge, chicken tasted good The cons: waiter did not stop by the table once, my water was empty within the first 10 min of sitting there and i had to take my cup physically up to the counter to get water from them because i was so thirsty. I didnt see him once after that, he just stood up at the counter talking to the other server. The pasta was oily, they put so much cheese on everything that the oils from the cheese come out and my pasta literally had a layer of oil all around the plate. The mozzerella garlic bread barely had any garlic bread taste, tasted mostly like mozzerella. The mozzerella was also so oily that the garlic bread was just soggy 5 min after the waiter put the plate down. The price is steep, by myself i got an app and an entree only and it came out to 48$ before tip. Overall, for a spot with the reviews it has it completely let me down along with the locals who recommended it to me.

It should be noted that I've never actually set foot inside Bella Ciao Pasta Bar and Ristorante. I…read moreonly experienced it today through the lens of a takeout container. For lunch, I ordered the Chicken Marsala. You get to choose a side; options ranging from Alfredo Fettuccine to Green Beans to Mashed Potatoes to Spaghetti Marinara. I went for the Spaghetti. The meal also came with two breadsticks. Overall, the dish was decent but not remarkable. The highlight was the mushrooms in the Marsala wine sauce. They were flavorful and well prepared. The chicken itself was just okay. Without the sauce, it lacked seasoning, and the texture varied throughout the breast, with some parts tender and others noticeably tough or chewy. The spaghetti was good, though comparable to standard spaghetti you might find anywhere. The breadsticks, however, were disappointing; they were extremely hard and not enjoyable to eat. I also wish the Chicken Marsala and the spaghetti were packaged separately. Because of the amount of sauce, everything blended together in the container. I don't mind my food touching, but separating the items would make for a better presentation and texture. I do think other menu items may have more to offer. One mediocre experience isn't enough for me to write off the restaurant entirely, so I would consider trying something else in the future. However, I wouldn't recommend this particular dish based on today's order. Overall rating: 3/5.

The ambiance was so cute!!! There was parking available and easy to get in and out of the parking…read morelot. Everyone that worked there was so nice! The bread was crunchy and soft and delicious! Pasta was also great! Noodles tasted very fresh and the pasta was very flavorful! Each pasta comes with the complimentary bread and a side salad that I forgot to take a picture of. Our bill was about $50 which seems very reasonable for the amount of food we got and the quality! Will definitely come back here!

We came here on a Friday night at 6:30 and were able to be seated without waiting. I called ahead…read moreduring the day but they said they don't take reservations on the weekends. Also important to note, they close at 8 PM. It's decorated like a true family style place, cute flowers and colors and light fixtures. The service is friendly, but if you are in a hurry, they are not. They bring olive oil and herbs to the table with homemade bread to start which is an extra touch I think most restaurants have stopped doing. They did offer any pasta dish to be made with gluten-free penne. My pasta dish was tasty and warm but the meat was sparse, and though the prices seem fair, I would say all around this was an average experience. I can see how this could have sentimental value to people who live in the neighborhood, and I do like to support independent restaurants so I'm glad we tried it, but if you are a true foodie and if you are looking for great Italian, I don't think this is the spot.

Decided to give this place a try before heading out to a Christmas concert tonight…read more Located right off MN-5 in a small business center strip. They have a small shared parking lot. Was greeted by staff right away and said we can seat ourselves. Inside style was more an older like setting but nice and clean. Walked past the front counter, open kitchen, then mini anti pasta salad bar and then the open mid sized dining room area. Shout out to our server Ally! She provided us with fast and friendly service which made our visit even more pleasant. Got our drinks and breadsticks. Breadsticks were not too thick but thin enough (which I liked) and was good. I ordered the Chicken Alfredo with the added one time salad bar option. I forgot to get the picture but they did have a good variety of options to pick from even though it was a small bar. The salad was good in my opinion. The Chicken Alfredo came out hot and was creamy and delicious. It came with garlic toasts too.

Food made us sick the next day! Plus or was bland, Go here if you want to clean out your system.read more

Still a great place to dine, whether it's a date night or a meal with the entire family!…read more Great food, plenty of vegetarian options, awesome pasta, and a fantastic wine list. And yes, they have a full bar. Be sure to leave room for dessert--it's definitely worth it! Friendly service, and you can conveniently make reservations through OpenTable. Highly recommend!

Ciao Bella had been on my restaurant list for a while, and it absolutely lived up to the…read moreanticipation! The restaurant is beautiful inside with a classic Italian feel. The décor is elegant and inviting, and halfway through dinner the lights dimmed into what we jokingly called the "sexy dinner lights," making the atmosphere even more warm and cozy. One thing I really liked is that every entrée comes in multiple sizes, so you can order the portion that fits your appetite. I wish more restaurants offered that option! We started with the Parmesan Crusted Shrimp, and it was a great appetizer. The shrimp had a light, crispy Parmesan crust and came with two delicious dipping sauces. I ordered the Lasagna, and it was exactly what I was hoping for--rich, hearty, cheesy, and full of flavor. One entrée at the table was the Chicken Fettuccine, and we all laughed because none of us expected the pasta to be bright green! It turned out to be spinach fettuccine and ended up being a favorite. Another person ordered the Seafood Linguini De Mare. It wasn't their personal favorite, but that was simply a matter of taste rather than the quality of the dish. I had a Red Ruby Spritz mocktail, which was refreshing and beautifully presented. The others enjoyed their drinks as well. The portions were generous. Even though we were completely stuffed, we still couldn't pass up dessert! The Crème Brûlée was outstanding with a perfectly crisp caramelized sugar topping and silky custard. The Budino was incredibly rich, decadent, and one of the highlights of the night. The Salted Caramel Gelato was also enjoyed. Service was friendly, attentive, and never rushed. The restaurant has a wonderful atmosphere that made us want to linger. One funny tip: the bathrooms were spotless, but the toilets are surprisingly low! I almost sat down much faster than I expected. so be careful. Overall, Ciao Bella was a wonderful dining experience with delicious food, generous portions, beautiful décor, and a relaxing atmosphere. I'll definitely be back!

Pappageorge is the place to go if you want the best tasting food with a relaxing comfortable…read moreatmosphere and attentive service. Favorites include cauliflower appetizer, and shrimp dinner.

I've never been disappointed here. One of my favorites is the mushroom ravioli with medallions of…read morebeef.

Always great food, service & drinks! Although our table time came to an end we had some drinks to…read morefinish and took them out to the patio. Our sever came out and checked on us and helped with getting us one more round.

Just need to up their basket of bread...especially when it's $. That bread might be fine for…read morebruschetta, but it didn't live up to the food, service and ambiance at PSL. Focaccia is not that hard to make. Respectfully.

Soups are marvelous! Can't miss. Salmon, Sarah's Favorite…read moreand chicken parm are fantastic. Try the eggplant appetizer. It's a must. Great service and warm comfortable atmosphere.

Another place where I wish half stars were available. I'd give Angelina's 3.5, ahead of average…read more The biggest thing Angelina's has going for it is the atmosphere. The space is cozy and comfortable. There also happened to be a piano player in the night we visited. The food was fine, just nothing I was particularly blown away by. I had chicken marsala and it was just a bit sweet (yes, I know marsala is sweeter cooking wine, but this was almost sugary). I think I would try something different next time. It appeared they had some happy hoir specials and they do have to-go items available for purchase as well.

What a fabulous meal. Our server Tucker made it special. What a great guy! The Hawaiian pizza was…read moredelicious. Fresh pineapple, perfect crust, tasty tomato sauce. The Caesar salad came with big pieces of garlicky warm bread. Had a yummy cocktail. This was such a wonderful dinner- can't wait to go back. Go see a movie at Waconia theater/ this is right next door. It's also so lovely- very cozy- love the twinkle lights.

We love Bode Gray's! Great food, wonderful drinks and lovely atmosphere! We especially love the…read morespeak easy!

Amazing service at the bar from the moment I stopped in. The pesto crusted sea bass blew me away…read moreone of the best dishes I've had. The fish was fresh and buttery and the chili beurre blanc sauce was on another level. Upscale seafood restaurant with nice decor and an uplifting vibe inside. Food is great, service is great, and the drinks top it off nicely. Highly recommend. -Mr.

In a nutshell: expensive prices, small portions, lacking flavor…read more Everything was good, not great. The standout to me was the complimentary freshly baked warm bread they serve after you order your drinks. It would have benefitted from salted butter though. Moving onto our dinner portion, the burrata was yummy but it needed more balsamic and one more slice of grilled ciabatta. The Brussels could have been Caramelized a little longer as they were a little hard when biting into. They were also just sitting in a puddle of honey, so that was the main flavor I was tasting. The pasta dish was so tiny and only has 4 small pieces of chicken. It didn't really have a taste, other than cream. For dessert, we ordered the caramel sea salt custard, seasonal cobbler (peach), and the budino. The standout for me was the caramel sea salt custard, the salted caramel popcorn was a fun crunch amongst the creamy thick custard. My cappuccino was very small, but it was a nice touch to serve it with a little biscotti piece (I would have appreciated a longer piece though). If I'm in the area for a show at the Target Center again or any theaters, I would give them another shot. I would not drive from the suburbs for this though.

Good little chill spot. Great spot to hangout and watch…read morethe game or shoot some pool. They also have BIg Buck Hunter

Stopped in for a beer and I'll be back for sure. Super cool dive bar vibe with friendly people and…read moregreat bartenders. They even have Ham's beer on TAP! I know, it's an acquired tase but one I developed years ago. Give the Double Wide a shot. It may become your new favorite too!