Our visit at Nerano was absolute delight. Parking was easy and convenient. Ambiance is timeless and classic. Food was superb. Yellowtail crudo was amazing, house made focaccia is to die for and please do not skip on beef cheek Agnolotti. I am coming back to try much more. Chef is doing an amazing job and he even stepped outside the kitchen to check on our experience. Our server was very knowledgeable and gave us his personal favorites. I love friendly and engaged staff. He checked on us on every step. I went with my classic dirty martini but their cocktail menu looks great. Looking forward to my next visit. read more

My friend and I have had a monthly dinner for several years. We usually visit venues in the South Bay, but recently have been branching out. We felt the Westside was a stretch, but I had seen this place on LA Unscripted. Service was decent, but we were seated in the back next to a family with three screaming kids. The kids were probably 3/4 to elementary school age. Sad that parents don't understand how to manage their children at a nice restaurant. I would say the restaurant should be more conscientious and note two ladies, dressed nicely probably want to have a conversation and not be bothered by screaming kids getting up from the table. They could have put us in the front room. The food itself was mediocre. Hot foods were served lukewarm and actually didn't have much flavor. We had the Linguine alla Nerano (didn't see a squash blossom so they just chop it up which is crazy). The Funghi pizza also had little flavor, even with the garlic. The best dish was the focaccia for an appetizer. I can't remember what we had for dessert which speaks volumes. All in all, very disappointing, especially for a "Beverly Hills" restaurant (which was really on the border of Century City. read more

I've driven by here for years and finally had the opportunity to drop in. Parking is metered street, valet, or residential streets a block+ away is an hour (read the signs). Sat at the bar surrounded by those who were with friends or business colleagues. The restroom is upstairs, accessible by elevator or a stairway outside of the restaurant. Quite a few things on the menu stood out, but I decided to go with the Linguine alla Nerano, $34. I finished most of this, but ended up taking a small portion of it to go since it was pretty good. Bread is brought out if requested. I have to be honest and say I guess since I was looking forward to coming here for so long, I expected more and felt a little let down. Maybe in the evening for dinner is the time to come, so I'm not sure what I was anticipating, but it's not a place I would rush back to. However, I would certainly return if someone else suggested Nerano since service across the board from the hostess to bartenders was attentive, no complaints there. Solid 3-stars with room to grow. read more

Nerano - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

The food and service were unacceptable. Since Chef Michele left the food is terrible. The service was as bad as the food. Waitress forgot to add salad dressing, mixed up the orders with another table and gave recommendations for the most expensive items on the menu. New chef needed, new manager needed, new waiters needed. I used to LOVE this restaurant. I was embarrassed entertaining my clients! read more

Nice Italian restaurant, try the special tonight, seafood pasta and it was really good. Someone in our group also had the orrecietti with sausage and rabi and really like it. Two others had pizza and said it wasn't great. The service was good and friendly. read more

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Two things make a great dinner experience. Food and service. bad food makes good service irrelevant. bad service makes good food tasteless. Nerano did both excepttionally well. We had the Christmas dinner and the food and service was impeccable. Judging by their upscale clients I wouldnt say this is a hidden gem. But gem it is. thank you to the staff who were wonderful and for a fantastic dinner we wont soon forget read more

The place looks wonderful with nice white tablecloths and great friendly waiter. They have bottled water product of Italy. The orecchiette pasta with sausage and broccoli rabe was good. They made it creamy and green. Broccoli rabe and sausage was cut very small. I didn't care for either of the pizzas we got. The principessa pizza was with prosciutto but the smell was just bad. The other pizza I didn't care for at all. I didn't try the desserts although others did and said they were good. The pizza was enough of an experience for me. read more

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Delish Italian food in a centralized area near Beverly Hills and the food was delish. Service was kind and happy. The pasta flight for $55 per persons was great. The branzino was crispy flaky delish, and the dessert, completely out of this world. Get the hazelnut mousse if it's on the menu . They recently had a menu change so still getting feedback on what to choose. The food was shareable and we left satisfied. The rose from Italy was very good read more

Had such a great dinner at Nerano. The yellowtail crudo was fresh and bright, and the focaccia with whipped ricotta was honestly addictive (I think we ended up ordering 3 of them). Both the mushroom pappardelle and artichoke ravioli were amazing -- rich, perfectly cooked, and full of flavor. Beef cheek agnolotti was another favorite with our group. The vibe was classy but comfortable, and the staff was attentive the whole night. Big shoutout to Oliver -- he was fantastic and really made the experience memorable. I'll definitely be back read more

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Food was absolutely amazing. Chef sam came out to describe the dishes for us. Our server was attentive and aware. Thinking of renting out the top floor room for our next corporate event! Parking was also easy! read more

Nerano - Italian Near Me - Beverly Hills, California

I found my new Italian restaurant. Didn't think this was possible, given that I'm not an Italian lover. Nerano, you made me an Italian lover. Let's jump right into this review. What we had - 1. Garganelli al Ragú Garganelli 'all'Uovo', Black Angus Beef Ragù 'Bolognese Style', Mutti Tomato, Parmigiano Mantecato - Delicious! 2. Saturday Night Special Lamb Chops (2) 8-9 ozs of meat, baby potatoes, grilled asparagus - Delicious! 3. Dessert Trio Chef's Choice of Three Desserts Served on a Large Silver Platter - we were allowed to choose our 3 desserts, we tried - Nocciolino Guanaja Dark Chocolate Mousse, Crunchy Hazelnut, Gelato Gianduja, Torched Italian Meringue - OMG, it was amazing! The meringue (slightly warm) on top paired well with the chocolate mousse and gelato (chilled). The warm and cold mixture plus the crunchy hazelnut was the WOW factor. Tiramisù Ladyfingers, Espresso Coffee, Mascarpone Crema, Dark Cocoa - I personally didn't try this dessert, but the comment was, it's very good! Gelato del Giorno Daily Selection of Gelato - I don't recall the name of the gelato, but it mirrors chocolate chip ice cream just way better, light, and creamy. Pros 1. Service was personable. From the host/ess, bartender(s), waiters, and management, everyone was nice and engaging. Nerano is more than dinner. It's an enhanced dining experience. **shout out to the staff, bartenders, David & Zander. You two stole the show with your amazing service and conversation. ** 2. Food is delicious! Nerano keeps it simple...amazing flavors and simple ingredients. 3. Intimate dining setting. 4. Full-bar if alcohol is your pleasure. 5. Valet parking is an option. Cons 1. Due to the intimate setting, I highly recommend a reservation on the weekend. Potential wait when you arrive if the restaurant is busy. 2. May have difficulty finding street parking due to the area. 3. Food is delicious, but portion size is small. For me, it's enough. I eat small meals, and I'm strict on portion control, but for some people, maybe you, the portion size may not be filling. I definitely recommend Nerano. You won't be disappointed. It's truly a hidden gem. This is the restaurant that you make plans to visit. Want to visit. Look forward to visiting. Photos are dark, lighting was dim in the restaurant. read more

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As of 3 months ago there's a new chef, a new menu and it's essentially a completely different restaurant although you would never know that by looking at open table or yelp. The pizza was average the salad was almost unedible. We ordered two dishes for $100 lunch, so not only was the food avg ,but we overpaid for it and then had to go get a second lunch at a different restaurant. Very dishonest with the restaurant not to notify customers in some way of the drastic change. read more

I was so excited to try this place because everything looked so good. But I was so disappointed with every dish. The yellowtail appetizer was good, but the crudo trio was way too fishy. The cesar salad wasn't bad, but it was super small - more like a side salad. The gnudi/gnocchi was not good - it was very heavy on the pesto and truffle. It's weird to mix the two flavors and they were both strong. Not a fan. We had a vegan pasta that was decent and simple. The bolognese was also ok. The diavola pizza was terrible. It was floppy and too saucy, and had no salame. They claimed that it was in the sauce. The best part of the night was the chocolate hazelnut dessert. That was delicious. The Panna Cota and the sorbet were just alright. On top of this all, service was terrible. Our server barely paid any attention to us. He failed to write our order down properly. Sad to say I won't be back :/ read more

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Came here with my wife and her granddaughter. The menu had something for everyone. For the child: Pizza! We had two different pasta dishes, both were good but better, unique. Good wine list, with some exceptionally expensive wines. That surprised me, but hey, what do I know. I guess $3,400 bottles are common in some places... Our server was friendly and accomodating, as was the greeter. The walls are brick, so a bit difficult to hear in some ways, but not that big of a detriment. Glad we came here! read more

The menu though small does look pretty good. My only gripe is I was born and raised on value for the money. Leaving hungry after spending enough money to be full atleast all day is a problem for me. Thus when I see a tiny plate with a smaller portion I run for the hills. Nice ambiance and classy scenery. I would come back but I need more bang for my buck. I don't mind spending good money for a large portion size of delicious food. Yet, I don't wish to be hungry again an hour after leaving. Fortunately for them I'm not the demographic they are catering too. The people that come here certainly have money to burn. But if they offered larger portions one day it could be a game changer. read more

What an amazing restaurant and delicious menu from the great chef Michele Lisi of various Italian cuisine mostly of Southern influence. I was in heaven! Incredible hidden gem with great romantic ambiance. Wonderful service and great food! We chose indoor dining but there is an incredible outdoor patio in the back if you wish for outdoors. I even saw the amazing Diane Keaton this evening who I absolutely love! read more

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If you want good Italian this is not the place to go to. The new chef is not the best, he doesn't cook authentic Italian food. I used to go frequently and now there is an excessive amount of cream in everything and there seems to be no seasoning in house. Would be nice to be greeted at the door within the first 15 mins of me being there (I was not greeted). When I was finally greeted by Oliver his energy was so uncomfortable. Overall terrible service and far below average "Italian food". I would not recommend and I will not be returning. read more

Dined here for the first time tonight- food and service was great. Fantastic wine list. What really compelled me to leave a review though was their sommelier, Loris. She had amazing wine recommendations and the best vibe. So fun and cool and really knows her stuff. Bought a glass of Merlot she happened to have on special that night and loved it. She 100% made my night- hope you catch her when she's there cause she's the best. read more

I'm so glad my boyfriend and I spent our Valentine's Day here! Every single thing we got was fantastic and the service was just as good. From our maitre'd to our server, everyone was spot on with their recommendations. And chef Michele's talents are worth every single penny. We started with the calamari and Bianca pizza, both were surprisingly light and so fresh. For entrees we had the linguine and branzino and had to share each others because we couldn't even decide which was better! We ended the meal with the biscoff gelato, to seal the deal. We each started with a cocktail, the espresso martini and a Gibson, both were perfect, and then had a glass of wine each with dinner, again worth every penny. On top of that, the restaurant itself is very cute, simple, elegant atmosphere. I would highly recommend visiting for a special occasion or a romantic date! read more

This was one of the best Italian restaurants in the city when it opened a few years ago. No longer. The prices are still high, but the food is no longer worthwhile. Menus are just a sheet of paper now. That three pasta special for $55 was a tasteless disappointment. What happened? Fabio is gone. Francesco is gone. All of the Italian staff is gone. So sad to lose a reliable hangout, though there is no shortage of great Italian restaurants in the area. I was a regular. Goodbye Nerano. read more

Sublime. It was one of the best chocolate desserts. We came for a late lunch mid week, and it was uncrowded and perfect. Service was excellent. Wonderful wine pairings with the pasta . Fresh made pasta and light sauce options. This is a little off the beaten path in Beverly Hills and not a fabulous view but not bad either. It's cozy inside. I agree reminded me of a cross between California and Europe. It probably would be loud if it was a busy time to be there. It looks like they have space to do outdoor parties and an up stairs private area. I'm dreaming about the chocolate mousse dessert and hope to return Parking offered by valet and meter on street. We parked in the many lots on the high streets of BH then walked. I wish they had a fully plant based option - for vegans. and/or those avoiding dairy. GF VG is always hard at Italian but so appreciated. So a nudge ... read more

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It was my first time here and the food was excellent. I was greeted by Oliver, who made sure everyone was enjoying their meal and having a great time. The menu is on the smaller side, but sometimes that's nice to have. You can't seem to go wrong with any of the selections. I had the market fish which, was a wild caught striped bass and it was incredible. My friend let me try her dish, the Beef Cheek Agnolotti and it was equally as tasty. We finished with a tiramisu and these two mini ice cream cookie sandwiches with cookies that had been dipped in chocolate, it really hit the spot. The service was great and the staff is easy on the eyes which, never hurts. I will absolutely be back again soon! read more

Nerano is a wonderful upscale, sophisticated Italian restaurant in Beverly Hills. On one visit here my dining companion told me three times that "this is a nice place" and that it "reminds me of Europe". I think that sums up the restaurant very well. It's a class act. A more cozy and private Beverly Hills space away from the more touristy section of the city. Nerano is a fantastic place to celebrate a special occasion. The inside is nice and cozy and romantic for date night. They also have a beautiful patio outside that is excellent for daytime dining. Lighting on the patio is great for pictures too! You really can't go wrong with whatever you order on the menu here. Everything tastes very fresh, flavorful and in season. My favorite thing to order is the barbabietole which has roasted yellow beets, sonoma goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, and tuscan mint. It is so refreshing. We also ordered the special baby gem salad which paired well with the beet one. My dining companion and I both ordered the fish specials. One was a sole that came with a lemon caper sauce, kobacha squash, and broccolini. The sole was just melt in your mouth delicious and the veggies were perfectly cooked. The other fish was an Alaskan black cod with fennel crema, pesto and vegetable caponata. The presentation was beautiful and the flavors of the fish and accompaniments were fantastically tasty. A chef's kiss to the special fish entrees! For dessert we had the Italian peach cake. Again, a gorgeous presentation! The dessert was lite and peaches inside tasted so perfectly ripe. The ice cream and fresh berries were the ideal accompaniments. I wish this cake was on the regular menu for the summer! This meal left me satisfied because of the generous portions but it was also very lite and healthy. I felt good after eating it. Service was friendly. Courses were timed well. Metered parking on the street and valet also available. read more

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Just Italian perfection! I can eat this pizza everyday ;) I've been here before and every time I come I try a special + a pizza, never disappoints!!! Love it - Kudos to the Chef! read more

Awesome food! I enjoyed all three dishes that I had. I had the Bianca Pizza along with the pea risotto and the burrata with tomatoes and everything was so fresh, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor! The host and waitstaff were also kind and helpful. Definitely will be one of my go to places. read more

The ambiance was lovely. I live right up the street and wanted to give this restaurant a try as I have passed it many times. Our server was kind, informative, and attentive. Unfortunately, given the price, the food was mediocre at best. We had the calamari and it was not great. The butternut squash and zucchini pasta were not terrible but not great. The basque cheesecake was also mediocre. We enjoyed our date but will likely not return for a second time. read more

4.5 rating - solid food, great service, cozy ambiance and reasonably priced. Came here on a pinch because the other restaurant I had reservations for had a power outage. The narrow entry way was very welcoming with hanging bistro lights, and it led guests to the back outdoor patio that was beautifully decorated with lights, lit trees, and a projected black and white movie on a building wall. I also appreciated the abundance of heated lamps. We were offered complimentary Evian water, and the waiter was very attentive. As the night progressed, he wasn't AS attentive as when we first sat down, but that's ok, I get it was busy. Food that was ordered: Principessa San Marzano Tomato, Burrata, Smoked Pancetta, Basil This pizza was EXCELLENT. Very thin crust, needed to eat with cutlery, melt in your mouth. My first bite was filled with basil, tomato and burrata goodness. Tasted very Italian :) Tagliolini Limone Home-made Tagliolini, Amalfi Lemon, Basil Filanger, Parmigiano Reggiano 24 Months Did a half order on this pasta. It's a simple pasta with hints of lemon, cheese and basil. Not overpowering, a very delicate flavor, and wonderful with some Parmesan cheese Panna Cotta Tahitian Vanilla Panna Cotta, Wild Berry Coulis Light, great flavors, and loved raspberry and blackberry toppings. A very light dessert and perfect for those wanting something light to change up the palate. Nocciolino Guanaja Dark Chocolate Mousse, Crunchy Hazelnut, Gelato Gianduja, Torched Italian Meringue YESSSSS!! This was my favorite item of the night. A bit on the heavier side, but I loved the hazelnut crunch and the chocolate mousse. It was such a nice balance and reminded me of Nutella. Valet parking available for $15 ($12 for lunch) Very recommended for those looking for a nice Italian meal. read more

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YUM!!!! Cute restaurant - my coworkers came here last year for an event and took me for the first time this year! They do outdoor dining as well but I think it was too cold this year so we sat inside. Started off with the Under The Volcano (tequila cocktail with black salt) which was amazing. We got the special which was white asparagus w/ truffle and also the calamari. Both were delicious. The calamari came with fried lemon which I haven't seen before but it was soooo yummy!!! Not to sour and went so well with calamari! For mains I got the special truffle risotto with sausage, my coworker got the same but with pappardelle instead. It was incredible but the sausage was not very present and about half way through the truffle got a little too much for me. Still an excellent dish though. My other coworkers got the ragú and the crab risotto which they said were delicious as well. The desserts were probably my favorite!! Tiramisu was okay (I'm not a tiramisu fan in general though). The sorbet (lemon and raspberry) were amazing and I liked that they could make the portion smaller - it's originally 4 scoops total but they cut it down to 2 scoops. That chocolate dessert that I can't remember the name of was hands down the best dessert I've had in a loooooong time! It had meringue on top, a mix of chocolate-y goodness throughout the cup (including ice cream) and there were crunchy little chocolate bits as well. SO GOOD and I'm not even a big chocolate fan but I could've eaten that whole cup by myself! read more

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Food has gone downhill ever since they got new management. The old menu was well executed, the new one pales in comparison.

Business dinner with colleague at this casually elegant Beverly Hills hideaway, around the corner from The Peninsula. Menu is classic Italian - we had the langoustines, the artichoke arugula salad, two types of ravioli (the daily with mushrooms and the zucca with sage), and the chicken. Finished with tiramisu. Everything was very good, as could be expected. Colleague is an Italian wine pro and ordered a bottle of Foradori Granato Alto Adige 2018 - wow. Overall, the wine list is very interesting. Service was friendly and the waiter was working hard to take care of everyone. I would go again, maybe bring wifey next time. read more

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Have come here a few times in the past, have sat at the bar and dined in as well. The service was great previous times but came recently and seems like management has changed and service is not the same. Food was ok, I used to love the lemon pasta which they don't have anymore unfortunately. Experience was very average for the price point and staff seemed a little distracted and overwhelmed, considering the fact that there only were 3 tables in the restaurant. read more

we loved our experience at Nerano. From the moment you walk through the doors you can tell it's going to be a lovely experience. The service was great, from the hostess to the server. We started with the crudo trio & prosciutto and melon. We loved both.. very light but flavorful. The prosciutto was excellent and perfectly sliced. For dinner we decided to share a couple different things. The gnudi truffle, a red sauce / bolognese pasta and their whole branzino filet that is flown in from Europe. Everything was perfectly executed. The shaved truffles on the gnudi that melted in your mouth was easily my favorite but everything was so different so I was really glad we decided to share. With each bite I felt like I was transported by the ocean in Positano. We each got a glass of their Pinot noir for the meal which paired wonderfully with each dish. To end our meal we get their lemon sorbet, which is always my favorite. Our whole experience was perfect. I also loved that on their outdoor patio they had old Hollywood movies playing on a projector for a more fun / casual vibe outside and then the more formal setting inside, so you can really go for either type of occasion. I would walk by this place often when I worked in century city & I'm so glad we finally stopped in. Parking is easy too with either valet or plenty of metered parking in this area of BH, so always a plus in LA. read more

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I don't know how I'm constantly able to make last minute reservations at this place. It's in a great location, the food is exceptional, and the staff is the friendliest of any restaurant I've ever been to (huge shout out to Jesse, best waiter). Nerano has the best pizza and pasta and the menu changes slightly every season so I can try something new every visit. This easily the best dinner date location around. read more

This was our go to place in Beverly Hills. We loved the service, the food and the wine list! It is now a disaster! We went last night to celebrate my birthday and after sitting with water and one cocktail for over 45 minutes we left. There was one server for the whole restaurant. We were worried when Francesco left, but Fabio was fantastic! I would see Fabio working local hotels to drive customers in! He was a true entrepreneur. He was customer focused. He too is now gone! It is okay they did not know us. They had one server and one bus boy! The new team cannot find the keys to the wine upstairs. We ordered two bottles of wine. Never got one. They seem to not know what they have and do not have. Once a fantastic restaurant. I held an event here last September. I will not ever go back! They loose servers and have lost all Italians who worked there. So sad.... but this restaurant is on its way to failure! 45 minutes one Cocktail and water.... We told them of our concerns at 30 min in but nothing changed. So after sitting there for 50 minutes we asked for our bill, that did not come, so we left a 50 and walked out. $15 to park we had a great time with fantastic food at our next stop! That is the thing about Beverly Hills many terrific restaurants. Sad to see one of our former favs ding but that is business. IF you cannot keep your team oh well! Bye bye.... read more

FOOD: Very Good! SERVICE: Excellent! AMBIANCE: Love! It's small and cozy. They do have a large covered Patio in the back although it was closed today. I do highly recommend for a small group lunch or with friends. I will plan to come for dinner and check that out. The Manager was the nicest and most attentive! read more

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Wow! I've always driven past Nerano so many times but have never gone in to dine - I leaned they have a new executive chef along with a new menu so I decided to pop in and it's top tier. We went for dinner last night and the pasta, service, and ambiance were incredible. The whole team made us feel so at home! We will definitely be back for lunch soon too! Ten out of ten! read more

Absolutely remarkable food at Nerano in Beverly Hills last week. Appetizers included a crudo sampler with yellowtail, Alaskan halibut and salmon. All of the different fish were fresh and delicious. My favorite of the three was the halibut, served with cilantro, avocado, pink peppercorn and lime juice. It was light and addictive. For starters I also had the Polpo alla Griglia, a grilled Spanish octopus with olive oil over mashed potatoes. This was one of the best octopus dishes I've ever had. The octopus was grilled to perfection with distinguished char marks and had a unique flavor. I would come back just for this dish! For my entrée, the Gnudi al Tartufo Nero, a ricotta and spinach gnudi with mushrooms, toasted sage and Norcia black truffle. My server told me this dish has been on the menu since day one of the restaurant opening and I can see why! It was phenomenal. Creamy, light, airy, delicate, and most of all delicious. Clearly handmade, this dish made my taste buds sing. I also had the evening special, Colorado lamb chops with tri-color cauliflower and wild Oregon mushrooms. The portion size of the lamb was generous and the seasoning well, however I would have preferred a bit more of a sear on the chops. The cauliflower was absolutely delicious and a great side. For dessert, I had the "Dessert of the Day," a traditional olive oil cake with sorbet. The cake was great and served with fresh fruit, a perfect ending to a delightful dinner. read more

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Yes, it is a good restaurant , it has warmth of Italian hospitality. We enjoyed the food and service is pleasant. I would definitely recommend the pasta, fish, and eggplant; everything is very fresh and delicious. read more

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05/12/2021 This is such a fancy place, even if it's patio dining. There is a movie projected to the canvas above and mood lighting as the sun goes down. As I am looking for BG Pizzeria, when I called, it's the same place as Nerano with the same kitchen. I made reservations because most restaurants are taking reservations as we return to indoor patio dining. It was a bit chilly this evening so there are heaters running for those seated closer to the tables by the perimeter. What I didn't like is smelling exhaust from these heaters. The dish I selected is this pasta with lemon sauce that was sweet yet tangy. This was very delicious. It was called Tagliolini al Limone with perfect al dente homemade Tagliolini. I want to come here again once they have their dining room available and not the patio if they are going to run these heaters. You may want to dress up to dine and I'll wear what I wore to work. read more

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The food is super good presentation and taste and very worth it for the price. The staff is professional and good at what they do. The ambiance is very light and elegant feel to it (probably because of the interior). This place might be a bit pricey but definitely worth it. read more