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North Italia

3.6 (169 reviews)
Closed 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Updated 2 months ago

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Spicy Rigatoni Vodka - delicious!
Ang S.

We continue to come back to North Italia because of their consistently delicious pastas and salads. Cole (GM) and his staff are always wonderful to work with and incredibly accommodating to our needs. The customer service is amazing, and the food is consistently outstanding. We're frequent customers for a reason and will definitely be back soon - probably tomorrow, lol!

Janelle N.

Lowkey disappointed of this place. We got mimosas and they gave us half a carafe of juice which I thought was weird. It looked like someone just drank it and they put it on our table. Service was extremely slow we just awkwardly sat for an hour before even getting drinks even. My food didn't come even after all my friends food came in so I just ended up cancelling my order. We also upgraded the pizza crust and we didn't get the upgrade. She did not table touch at all. The portions were small for how much it was. It was extremely disappointing. Beautiful place but they need to work on so much to actually be successful. Sad. I took my friend here for her birthday and I feel so bad about this. Expected more.

Merlot
Roy A.

We tried to make reservations online, but the restaurant was fully booked. Luckily, I called and found open seating at the bar. We wanted to try this new location because it was a favorite of ours in Virginia, specifically for their fabulous Farmers Market Chef's Board and its amazing vegetables. Unfortunately, that option is no longer on the menu. They only offer a meat version now, which was not for us. The new location is nice, featuring large shared tables in front of a few small flat screens over the bar. Service was good. We enjoyed the Pizza Combo paired with a bottle of wine and a few appetizers. Everything was enjoyable, and this is a great place to come with friends for a meal.

Shrimp seafood tortellini
Deepak S.

Crank up that operatic music, take out your opera glasses, and give your greatest Ciao greeting upon entering North Italia. Whether you are emulating Torino, Milan, Venice, or Trieste - Walnut Creek can be added to the list for this newest hot spot. Chock full of appetizers, entrées, an artisan pizza selection, and a full page of drinks & desserts. This place is perfect to celebrate a great day with friends and family. So "salute" with your glasses and dine away.

Grilled Steak Panzanella
Karmela G.

Beautiful restaurant conveniently nestled next to the parking garage near Pressed Juicery and Buckhorn Grill. We opted to sit on the patio since it was such a gorgeous day, and it made the experience even better. We started with three Italian Spritz for the table-- light, refreshing, and the perfect way to kick things off. The Chef's Board was a standout; it had a great mix of sweet, savory, and crunchy elements. We devoured it and will definitely be ordering it again next time!!! For mains, the Italian Cobb was delicious, but the panzanella completely stole the show. I honestly wish I had ordered that instead!! It was not only more flavorful, but also felt like a better value compared to similar options at Buckhorn, making North Italia a strong choice for anyone deciding between the two. I ordered the chicken parm sandwich-- while it wasn't my personal fav, the portion size was super generous. Service was fantastic. Our server was attentive throughout, and a manager even stopped by to check in and gather feedback, which made the experience feel extra welcoming. Overall, such a warm and inviting atmosphere. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more items on the menu.

Margherita Pizza
Rita W.

Rounding up a bit here. Tried North Italia for lunch on a Friday, and was seated right away. We were given our menus, and had a good amount of time to go through. Our server stopped by to take drink orders, and other than water, I got a cappuccino. We tried the following - Margherita pizza - we wanted to try a pizza to share, and the server recommended the margherita pizza. Good stuff usually, but I wasn't too fond of this one. The pizza was really soft, and the cheese seemed stuck such that it took more effort to pick up the slices. Flavors were alright, but the sogginess wasn't pleasant. Arancini - 6 lil balls to an order with a side of sauce. Both the balls and sauce had good flavor, but the balls were a bit too salty for my liking. Italian Meatballs - my fave thing I tried this time. The meatballs itself were bland and they get pretty solid if not eaten right away. The ricotta and sauce was everything here. So good with the protein balls. Cappuccino - loved the size and cup. Came with a lil spoon and a couple sugars. Flavor was alright, a bit lighter than I usually take, but it was good. Loved the atmosphere / decor here, and service was great for us. I'd love to try some other items on the menu, notably various pastas and other appetizers, and of course, cocktails!

Kathy V.

3.5 stars Finally checked out North Italia Walnut Creek's newest spot and I had no idea it's owned by The Cheesecake Factory, but it totally makes sense since it's right next door. Made a reservation just in case, and I still can't believe it took over the old Tilly's space. The layout is gorgeous super spacious with a beautiful outdoor seating area right in front. Staff was friendly, and honestly, such a fun way to keep my birthday celebrations going. My friend couldn't make my birthday dinner, so she wanted to take me out, and I had missed another friend's birthday... so I told her I'd take her out instead. It all worked out since we're all in the same friend group anyway. Food-wise, a few standouts for me: Classic alla vodka Kale salad Burrata House-made donuts The squid ink tonnarelli, though, wasn't my favorite it tasted undercooked and a bit too firm. Overall, I'm definitely down to come back and try more dishes next week with my family.

Sandy C.

Had such a great experience here. The service was impeccable, the mushroom pizza was incredible, and everything we ordered was delicious. We also tried the steak salad and lemon blueberry donuts, both were amazing. The restaurant was spotless and had such a great atmosphere. The only things I'd love to see added are chili oil for the pizzas and an orange wine option. Other than that, absolutely no complaints. We'll definitely be back!

Lauren M.

The white truffle garlic bread is an absolute must-order. The hot honey & smoked prosciutto pizza was also delicious, with a great balance of sweet and savory. That said, the spicy rigatoni vodka fell a bit flat for me and lacked the flavor I was expecting. On the bright side, the service was excellent and the ambiance made for a really nice dining experience. Overall, I enjoyed it, but it did feel a little pricey for what you get.

Chopped Chicken
Dave D.

North Italia is a nice, modern and clean sibling to the next door Cheesecake Factory. The service is friendly and efficient. Overall the food is decent. The chopped chicken salad was very filling with a generous amount of chicken and bacon. As everyone knows, everything is better with bacon. The bolognese pasta was alright. The pasta was slightly chewy and the sauce needs something to elevate the flavor. It just didn't really excel for $27.

Kale & Goat Cheese
Amy L.

We were so excited to try this newly opened restaurant. The parking garage is attached and has free 3 hour parking, located next to Cheesecake Factory. We went on week night it was busy but not overly crowded . I love the large open bar that opens to the outside. Next time I wouldn't mind sitting at the bar. I ordered the kale salad. I wish it had a crunch so I ordered the white truffle garlic bread. So yummy with the crunch and extra dollop of cheese. The short ribs are melt in your mouth so good. I loved the vegetables that came with it. The menu is extensive, I will be back to try some more items.

Large, upscale are with open kitchen.
SK G.

Wow! We were there for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon and the place was humming! Large - very large!beautifully laid out space, indoor and outdoor. They are here to stay, baby! Serious investment in this brand new restaurant. They do need a few more weeks under their belt to smooth some things out, but they were minor - like mixing up Lunch and Dinner menus. There were four of us and we ordered family style. - chopped chicken salad, actually delicious! Enough to share. - spicy Italian grinder sandwich with Parmesan French fries. Glad we were splitting it! Sandwich was excellent, the extra crispy fries were better! - spicy rigatoni vodka: good, not awesome. Could have been a touch spicier. Our waiter and his helpers were doing fine. The kitchen seemed a little backed up as there was a long wait between the salad and the entrees - and the two entrees came out separately about five minutes apart. Hence, they lost a star. Definitely a nice upscale place with plenty of parking around. Will return!

Menu doesn't identify allergens by dish
Tricia N.

North Italia opened 2.5 weeks ago, keep that in mind before visiting. The staff is very "green" and confused. There were 5 people behind the front desk doing nothing* as a line crowded around in chaos. Customers were asking each other about wait times and places in line. Wait times are long, despite empty tables inside and outside. After settling on bar seating, we noticed that the staff behind the bar was also plentiful. They socialized with each other, rather than greeting us. We had to interrupt their personal conversation for service. My husband's meal was incorrect, asking to pay the bill was a challenge. We inquired about using apple pay, and a young lady behind the bar asked my husband to unlock his cell phone so she could walk away with it and tap pay all the way down at the end of their very long bar. This was completely unprofessional and alarming. She could have asked my husband to follow her down closer to the pay station. I don't know what's going on here, but it was a stressful and challenging experience. Wouldn't recommend. Perhaps give them ample time to train the staff prior to visiting.

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BEAUTIFUL STORE!!! Food and staff were amazing! If you haven't yet, you NEED to check this place out!!!

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Sipeos Restaurant and Bar - Soup, salads, flatbread pizzas, burgers and more

Sipeos Restaurant and Bar

4.8(208 reviews)
0.3 mi
$$
Women-owned & operated
Locally owned & operated

Love their wide selection of phenomenal zero-proof cocktails, and I was wowed by their delicious…read morefood! Visited Sipeos around 3pm on a Friday without a reservation and was able to get seated right away. Shout out to Nami for the friendly and attentive service! Food: Eggplant Carpaccio (5/5) this was so surprisingly flavorful! Mushroom Medley Pinza (5/5) a great mix of mushrooms and sweet peppers, and the dough was excellent. For dessert I had the Turkish Delight dairy free soft serve (3.5/5) and my friend had the Dubai Chocolate soft serve. Drinks (zero-proof!): I enjoyed the Cosmopolita-no - raspberry syrup, elderflower, free spirits milano, lime, vegan foam. My friend had the Pica Pica and that was even better! ritual tequila alternative, house sangrita verde, lime, ginger, chili oil, habanero Lovely ambiance and very clean. Lots of outdoor seating.

sunday lunch here was lovely! all vegetarian and a long list of N.A. drinks which was very cool to…read moresee! the pica pica was outstanding - it mimics a margarita (but is N.A.) with the perfect tanginess and spice in a good way! got the small mezzo platter with roasted red pepper (very yum!) and roasted eggplant (this could have used more salt) alongside pita bread and fresh veg. falafel plate was also very good and we were told to make lettuce wraps, new experience but tasted great!

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Sipeos Restaurant and Bar - Veggie Burger, Loaded Hummus, Mushroom Melody Pinsa Pizza, and Lunch Special.

Veggie Burger, Loaded Hummus, Mushroom Melody Pinsa Pizza, and Lunch Special.

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La Ezkina Grill & Cantina - Arroz A La Ezkina

La Ezkina Grill & Cantina

4.4(285 reviews)
0.9 mi
$$
Locally owned & operated
Family-owned & operated

Don't look further this is the best place around in Walnut Creek and all around …read more Best Mexican restaurant will beat any anything. After eating here, Italian restaurants needs to know how to make food. Just had an amazing experience at La Ekzina Grill & Cantina! The burrito was absolutely delicious -- packed with flavor and perfectly made. The shrimp was next level, super fresh and cooked just right. And the tacos... honestly some of the best I've had in a long time. Great food, great vibes -- definitely a spot I'll be coming back to. Highly recommend if you're craving real, quality Mexican food!

We discovered this gem here on Yelp though it should have way beyond 5 stars! La Ezkina has some…read moreof the best and most authentic Mexican food I have ever had. Service was immediate and super helpful from recommending delicious beers to describing items on the menu that I would not have considered. The full bar is a treat. With a variety of tequilas, mezcal and local craft beers. Such a plus. We had the fish tacos which are made on fresh hand made tortillas. EXCELLENT! Best fish tacos I have ever had. Not heavy on the batter and very tasty and fresh. I also had the cheese chile relleno which is stuffed proportionately correct with rice and cheese; but the sauce is really what made this dish stand out from any other chile relleno I've ever had. It is absolutely outstanding. Finally, we finished up with the house homemade flan which had the perfect texture and flavor. I did not want to leave ! That's how good everything is at La Ezkina. I cannot wait to go back. Highly recommend. P.S. Ambiance is laid back; warm and inviting AND they have a parking lot!

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La Ezkina Grill & Cantina - Indoor dining room

Indoor dining room

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Chicharron appetizer

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ELIA - Complimentary Bread Rolls with Olive Herbed Garlic Dip

ELIA

4.2(629 reviews)
0.3 mi
$$$

And April 12, I had a birthday party dinner at Elia, after making these reservations for pa party…read morepf 10 over a week before, I confirmed my reservations by email, and 6 phones calls from the restaurant. I was told I would be charged if I missied the reservation as well. Day of dinner, my party arrived at Elia 20 mins ealry and was still told they couldnt sit down. In that time the restaurant decided to let another party sit at my reserved table instead. Finally arriving myself ( still 5 mins to soare before reservation) I see my entire family standing in the middle of the restaurant. ( Only black family in the entire building of course) after questioning the fron door person she told me shes trying to get a table and wait at the bar?! 35 mins later my family was seated. Thinking I would have an apology for the miscommunication, I had to request my own birthday desert as they gave a lit candelr and song to guest around. And yes the restaurant knew it was my birthday they even had the menus changed. I go to this restaurant a lot so im still very upset how my family and I were treated and I bullied down to confirm my reservations multiple times. Overall. This is my last time at Elia. I hope this is reviewed and Elia updates their customer service. Thank you to the waiter who did her best with so many issuesz -Kiarra R.

What an amazing treasure! Fabulous Greek food, attentive service, a great wine list, and a…read morebeautiful setting. The olive oil dip is absolutely the best I have tasted. On my last two visits we ordered just from the appetizer selections, and every dish was superb. After seeing a flaming dish at an adjacent table, I knew I had to try it. It was Greek cheese lit on fire, then extinguished with lemon juice. Fantastic. The lamb meatballs and the grilled octopus were outstanding. Definitely one of my favorte places to go.

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ELIA - Main dining room

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ELIA - Complimentary bread with olive oil

Complimentary bread with olive oil

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Rooftop

3.6(1.9k reviews)
0.1 mi
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Brandy was amazing and so quick with service. I would recommend her as my server everytime.read more

My husband and I came here yesterday for a date night and really enjoyed our meal…read more First off, the drinks were good and really quite strong! I got their lavender cocktail (I forget the actual name) and would definitely get it again. The food was - wow - outstanding! Their salmon had a glorious crispy outside and the potatoes were also nice and crispy. The asparagus was nicely seasoned and the soy glaze on top was delightful. Every bite was *chefs kiss*. My husband also loved his rigatoni. The prices? They aren't cheap. This isn't an every week type of place; but I don't think they are completely out of the ballpark taking into account the quality and location. Drinks are $16-$18 and entrees are ~$25-45 range. The service was very good! Our waiter was very polite and attentive, and staff was very good at clearing our plates, filling water etc. The ambiance? I have mixed feelings on. I love the view, and the decor was nice. Buuut the music was a bit too loud. And it was club type music...Luckily we were in a spot that wasn't fully covered so the sound could escape a little more, but still, I wouldn't say it's fantastic for a romantic evening as it's hard to hear what others at your table are saying. I would say choose softer music, let people enjoy the view and not be overwhelmed by noise. I see a lot of reviews about this place being stingy when it comes to seating you if you don't buy food. Obviously, we didn't face this obstacle as we did intend to order dinner. However, the host did ask us if we were going to order food; and I wonder if we would have said 'no', then we would have been turned away? If so, that's a problem. This restaurant has more far more cocktails than entrees on its menu, so it should not come as a surprise if guests want to come in for a few drinks and nothing else. I can understand that owners don't want people hogging a table if they aren't ordering enough, but there's got to be a better way of doing that. The other common experience I see is people being denied alcohol often. I wonder if part of the reason of this is because A) You have to climb 3 flights of stairs to get there and it's a legal concern or B) Their drinks are very strong so they're trying to be extra careful. All in all, we enjoyed our time, and would come again, but would be afraid to if only desiring libations. lol

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Rooftop - Nice touch with flowers on the bar.

Nice touch with flowers on the bar.

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Butter cake

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Montesacro Walnut Creek - Gnocchi (@joeynht)

Montesacro Walnut Creek

4.1(264 reviews)
0.4 mi
$$

What a find! I had heard about Montesacro on Check Please (PBS) and decided w needed to…read moreinvestigate. Their Pinsas (Roman style pizza,) are incredible, and the artichoke appetizer was heavenly. Great wine list and attentive service just added to the pleasure. We had reserved an outdoor table weeks in advance, but the night we went it was pouring rain. They graciously accommodated us on a busy Saturday night, which was so appreciated. This is not your typical Italian dinner, as it is Roman style cuisine, and it is outstanding. A definite must try!

The food was excellent- they offer authentic Roman italian food, with simple yet fresh, good…read morequality ingredients, and they also offer gluten free options for pasta and pizzas- which is a plus. I really enjoyed their pizza dishes- the crust is fresh, fluffy, yet perfectly crispy. the toppings weren't too complicated- it was just delicious, simple food. I would also say that the price points weren't too bad at all- the food and the prices were pretty aligned. I enjoyed the atmosphere, and decor, however I wasn't a fan of how they played nightclub/dancing music- which made it all that much louder and difficult to talk. I will also say that the service was very good- considering that it was very crowded at the time, however I had an odd experience with a hostess. I made a reservation in advance to celebrate my mom's birthday- when my family arrived, we were quite literally ignored by the hostess for about 10 minutes. She looked at us, and said "I will be right with you", only to come back 7 more times and ignore us again. She then made us wait 20 minutes into our reservation because another table wasn't finished with their meal. I initially didn't think anything of it (after all, it was a busy night)- until another group of white women who had made a reservation were immediately attended to by this hostess, and were given a table at a significantly better lit area. My indian family was made to sit at the corner of the restaurant, by the bathrooms. However I want to keep in mind that maybe it was a bad day, and the rest of the staff were very polite to us.

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Montesacro Walnut Creek - Bar

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