A friend and I ate at Lievita for the first time today 4/29/26. The wait staff was friendly and…read moreattentive. We ordered soup, salad and Chicken Alfredo from the lunch menu. My friend said the Alfredo was good and the soup and salad were excellent. The mushroom Marsala soup was fantastic and the salad was extremely fresh. I also ordered a pizza to go(so I wouldn't have to fix dinner). While we were eating our server brought a pizza out for my "approval". Said the kitchen staff baked it a bit too long and asked if the pizza was too charred for my taste. Unfortunately it was too charred. He took it back to the kitchen and they remade my pizza. Second pizza was perfect. That is great customer service! I will definitely return to Lievita. It is a great addition to food choices in Chillicothe. I was totally impressed.

Recently saw on social media that Lievita in Chillicothe, OH was ranked 25th in the WORLD for their…read morepizza. So the next time we were up there we decided to stop in and give it a try. Despite living 30 minutes away we had yet to give this place a try. Located on Paint Street near Yoktangee Park, parking can be an issue. During the day it's metered - after 5 no charge but still rather limited spots for the number of stores in the area. We found one across the street. We got there about 30 minutes before closing but service was courteous and we were seated and had our food within 20 minutes. We weren't the only late arrivals. Another couple came in behind us. We felt bad about being there after closing but many tables still had people eating when we left. We asked for the pizza they are known for and got a 16" NY style cheese pizza brought to us in minutes. Super hot! Overall, we were underwhelmed with the pizza. Sauce was good and not acidic. Pizza could have used more cheese. It seemed like the sauce to cheese ratio favored sauce. The star was the crust. Nice and crunchy. Edge was cooked nicely but I would have liked it to have give a little longer so the middle had more structure. Next time we'd definitely order it topped. They use cupped pepperoni so my husband was happy. I generally eat cheese pizza but even I said it could benefit from a topping or at least more cheese. I'd give the place 7/10 but we're willing to try other things on the menu to see if the cheese pizza just wasn't for us.

Just fabulous and five stars all around. This is a relatively small establishment but the tables…read moreare thoughtfully arranged to allow more seating without feeling crowded. They even have a cute four-seat bar at the rear. Decor is charming Italian bistro style. Food and drink menus are displayed underneath plexiglass right on your tabletop. Brilliant! I imagine they swap out lunch menu card for dinner at the appropriate time. Chalkboard provides soup of the day and any specials. Service was excellent. Prompt, welcoming, knowledgeable and perfectly attentive. Drink AND bread refills were offered at the right time, and when I was getting full, the waitress offered to wrap the leftovers without me having to ask her. I wish I'd noted her name for a shout out! The soup of the day was Roasted Garlic, and on her recommendation we started with a blended cup of this plus their house soup, Roasted Tomato. It was full of flavor without being overwhelming. The included croutons were a perfect texture to go with soup. I had the tricolor cheese tortellini with fresh tomato sauce and upgraded to add spicy Italian sausage. The dish was a dream in every way. Sausage was so authentically Italian and nice and spicy. I was also offered shakers of Parmesan and red pepper flakes. My husband really enjoyed his braised beef panini and the horseradish based dipping sauce that accompanied it. This restaurant is aptly named as I found it to be an Italian foodie paradise. Parking is somewhat challenging and that is the sole negative. Highly recommended!

Love everything about Cafe Paradiso food is wonderful and it is a quaint little place at the square…read morein Urbana try it you won't be disappointed be sure you make reservations before you go I absolutely Rely love this place. Go go go

The great little eatery is located on the edge of Wittenberg University in Springfield Ohio…read more Quaint old residence with inside and outside dining. Patio seating is charming. All food is made fresh... Sicilian food . Suggest reservations if you are going later in the day. We'll be back for more.

We stopped by when we saw they had posted that they were open for walk in hours today! So glad we…read moredid! This little gem is located in up town Urbana with a parking lot right beside it. The restaurant is decorated with Italian charm without the over cluttered feel of many Italian restaurants. The staff were very friendly and attentive. They were able to answer any questions we had about the menu and offered suggestions as well. The food is fresh authentic Italian and the menu is a nice variety without overwhelming the diner or the kitchen. We had the ravioli that was on special and a pizza - both were delicious! They also had a nice offering of Italian sweets that were very tempting, but we were so full from our entrees that we didn't partake this time. We will certainly be back to try the lasagna!

I had the pleasure of being in Ohio last night, well for this week, we're in town for my son's…read moregraduation. My son and his wife took us to a an amazing place they stumbled into what may very well be the culinary pride of Columbus: La Tavola, a family-owned, family-run Italian restaurant that feels like someone teleported you straight into Nonna's kitchen... but with better lighting and no guilt about not calling enough. If you love yourself a great, unapologetically stinky pizza and I'm talking Parmigiano-Reggiano and ricotta levels of heavenly funk then this is your place. This pizza didn't just have cheese; it was knee-deep in cheese. Handmade, hand-rolled, and clearly crafted by people who know their way around a dairy situation. The appetizers? Fantastic. The waitstaff? Friendly, attentive, and exactly the kind of people you'd hope are handing you carbs by the plateful. But then, the main dishes arrived. I ordered seared scallops over a bed of handmade buttery fettuccine with capers, and I swear I heard an angel sing. The scallops were perfectly cooked, the pasta was the kind that ruins you for boxed pasta forever, and the whole thing tasted like someone's Italian grandmother blessed the plate personally. If I could say "WAY TO GO!" in Italian, I absolutely would but instead I'll say this: If you're ever in Columbus, go to La Tavola. Go hungry. Go ready to eat like you're visiting family. And go prepared to fall a little bit in love with this place. Family-owned, warm, cozy, and outrageously delicious. Highly recommend.

Nice neighborhood Italian restaurant. Warm wood decor and friendly service. Big selection of…read moreItalian wines and expertise to help you discover them. We had the he prosciutto board - I didn't really think about prosciutto varieties! Pretty big even for 2. I had a special - confit duck keg over polenta. Savory m, rich, delicious. My friend had the pasta burro, described as the original Alfredo. It was very nice - but he chicken breading was light and crisp. Overall a very good experience.

Hi my name is Laurie, my husband, son, and granddaughter visited the Hickory Inn for dinner tonight…read more1/30/26 around 6p.m., Our dinner order included a Filet Mignon dinner with fries, a house steak dinner with fettuccini , and the Angel hair pasta dinner with shrimp and garlic bread, as well as breaded mushrooms and cheese balls for appetizers. When the pasta dinner arrived I was surprised because it almost looked like a kids meal, the pasta was broken into small pieces about the size of the noodles you would see in Lipton noodle soup and the shrimp was cut up into small pieces, honestly I have never received a pasta dinner like this ever, it really seemed like a cut up child's meal. I did question the waitress about the dinner prior to ordering it to get her perspective since I had never ordered this at your restaurant before. The dish also lacked the flavor that was described on the menu. The other dinners we ordered were great. The pasta dinner was not worth the $18.95 price tag that I paid this evening. I did not complain or voice concern while at the restaurant because it was busy, I felt it would be rude to say something at that time. Our waitress did an excellent job tonight which we were thankful for.. I would appreciate a refund or credit for the price of the pasta dinner towards my next visit. The attachment is the description of the dinner that I thought I was getting. I have attempted to contact the owner twice via email but have not received a response. Thank you for listening.

Had dinner with a few fiends several weeks ago…read more 1. Surly waitress was not happy that we wanted separate checks 2. Food too a long time to arrive 3. I had a hamburger with chips and water 4. The hamburger was 3 pieces of meat on a stale bun The chips were crumbs from the bottom of the bag 5. I was charged an extra dollar for the plain hamburger than what the menu listed (deluxe cheeseburger was $1 more) 6. I paid with a $20 bill for a $9.13 bill 7. The change I was given was 2 $5 bills (they just kept the $.87 change) I left a whole dollar tip and left! Other than poor service, poorly prepared burger, stale bun, bad chips, incorrect charge and incorrect change, everything was fine. I think they just want to sell pizzas!

service was quick and attentive and the food was excellent overall would go back againread more

I had a cheese pizza with pepperoni, sausage and black olives delivered to me from this…read moreestablishment recently! The pizza arrived quickly in a plain cardboard box. The pizza was good. The cheese, pepperoni, and black olives toppings were good portions. The sausage portions not so much. The crust was very good! It has a nice semi-crusty texture and tastes very good. Overall, I give this pizza four stars. I would order from here again, the value was very good, and I would like to try their other food.

I followed the advice from a Facebook post about the best Italian restaurants in Columbus - of…read morewhich there are several amazing choices. We were lucky to get a reservation at Morettis for Valentine's Day and it did not disappoint. Starting off with the complimentary homemade bread and herb butter. The bread was delicious but the butter was unlike anything I've ever had - and they sell it by the pint or quart. Yes, please! An $8 quart for the win! We also added in a couple drinks. My husband had the old fashioned which he thought was okay. I had the creamy limoncello martini which was tart and delicious. For dinner my husband had the chicken Parmesan and was really happy with his choice. Even though he went in with a big appetite, he ended up taking some home. The portions are really generous. I had the veal Francaise, a tender veal cutlet cooked in a lemony butter sauce with green beans and mushrooms and homemade spaghetti. It was incredible also. I ate about half and had a delicious lunch for the next day. The house salad that comes with every meal has a tasty homemade vinaigrette with pasta and crispy green beans. This was our first time at Morettis, but I would happily go back. Im so happy we listened to the Facebook recommendation!

If you're looking for a good Italian food, then look no further. This place has never let me down…read more Portion sizes are large. The staff is great. Grabbed a seat at the bar since they had a lot of reservations scheduled. The ambiance was quiet enough to hear conversation with person next to you. Do you have a couple TVs in the bar area that had some sports on. Will definitely come back as long as I have time before they close.

Good hearty Italian fare. I love their marinara sauce a…read morelot. Very friendly servers too.

Unfortunately I have to update my review and not for the better. I'll start with the good. The…read morefood is amazing and the price is fair. The reason for the current drop in stars is due to the long wait to get a table, extremely long wait for the food, and the terrible twangy music playing loudly from a way too inferior speaker.

Excellent and highly recommend. We are here from California for work and are always looking for…read moregreat food options when we are here since we are here once a year. Service - excellent Ambiance- excellent Food - soooooo good! Excellent We will be back!

Amazing place and the food is amazing!! Relaxing atmosphere and beautiful. Service is wonderful and…read moreeveryone is so kind.

In my review of Jon Smith Subs, I lamented the dearth of great sandwiches in the Springfield area…read more With Salato Deli opening--in the old Bada-Bing's Pizza location no less--I can absolutely say that Springfield has a phenomenal, first-class sandwich joint. Everything about Salato screams artisanal, fresh, and deliberate. The spreads for the sandwiches were brilliantly crafted and obviously handmade. The meats and cheese for my "Roamin' Italian" sandwich were carved right in front of me. The pillowy ciabatta bread crisped up beautifully in the wood-fired oven leftover from Bada-Bing's. Even the chips and fountain drinks were made with care: the chips came from local purveyor Rue Farms, while the typical Coke or Pepsi fountain was replaced with that of an independent soda company (with a very tasty black cherry soda, for what it's worth). I'm honestly struggling to come up with any real criticism for Salato Deli; the service was prompt and courteous, the food is among the best I've had in months, and the price is well within what you'd pay at any other sandwich spot. Make time to get to Salato if you're in Springfield; it's worth every red cent!

Yelp leads me to yet another delicious meal! I made a quick trip to Springfield and needed lunch. I…read morewanted takeout but not drive thru fare and saw the great reviews for Salato Deli. Parking was easy along the road downtown but my app made it a bit hard to find. It shares space with le Torte Dolci bakery. I ordered the margarita sandwich (I think that's the name) on focaccia. It was delicious and didn't make a mess like others I've had elsewhere. Everything was fresh. There were several other sandwiches I would've liked to try, I may need a return trip! The pastries on display were tempting and of course I ended up with a donut for my son as well. I wish I had more time as the area is trendy with several cute shops. Again, return trip!