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    Pasta Party

    4.5 (789 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Good for kids

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    Rigatoni with meatballs
    Jay P.

    In-laws felt like Italian and this place had very high reviews. I would categorize this as "American Italian" and this isn't a bad thing, just know what to expect and don't compare this to what you had in Italy. They let you build your own pizza and pasta so it's a bit mis en place to customize your order to however you want. There is an "IG wall" you can take pictures at but it's located in a tiny normal strip mall and besides the website and social media pictures a pretty normal restaurant. Margherita Pizza :Tomato, Ricotta, Fresh Basil. Very sparse ricotta on this and felt like not enough cheese was used, see pictures. Cacio e Pepe: Spaghetti noodles, Pecorino Romano, Parmigiano, Olive Oil and Black Pepper. With sausage added, it was OK, too al dente and slightly under cooked. Rigatoni with Meatballs: This one I wish we ordered more of, we got it for the kids but I tried some and it tasted great.

    Garlic bread. Needs more crunch and less time soaking in butter
    Jenn W.

    I was told about this place a long time ago by a family member who lived in the area at the time, but had since moved away. So, really no reason for me to visit after that. Came across it again on a shopping trip for pet food and thought I'd stop by finally. Location: On the corner of Glassell and Lincoln Ave it's in a small strip mall with a private parking lot, but shared. Customer service is good and the ambiance was like walking onto a sidewalk cafe for a break after a shopping trip. Food: I wasn't feeling brave enough to chose my own plate, so I went with their braised beef ravioli in pink sauce. Wasn't expecting the mush like consistency of the filling, but I couldn't fault them the freshness of their pasta. There's just a taste you get from fresh made pasta you don't get with packaged ones. The pink sauce was divine and i liked it. Larger appetites will think the serving too small, but was just right for me since I had garlic bread. 8/10 The garlic bread wasn't my favorite. Too much oil/butter on the bread and not enough time in the oven or on the pan for a crust on the top. I was given the option of cheese on top but i passed on it. Maybe i should have gotten the cheese on top as that might have given me a crust on top of the bread. Summary: I left full and satisfied except for that garlic bread. Maybe next time I'll branch out and build my own next time. The menu looks inviting with endless combination possibilities. Adding a protein to your dish will be an extra charge. Build your own pizza is also available tool (They have signature pizzas too). However, sandwiches are not build. your own. Cute little place, just too bad it's so far away as I love pasta. Still reasonable prices for what you get and best of all:mom and pop shop. Happy Eating!!!

    Parpadelle Beef Pasta
    Sally L.

    What can I say? I wanted carbs for lunch! Ordered a braised short rib pasta, meat lover pizza, and garlic bread. The one thing I was really eyeing was the pasta. The short ribs in there were so tender. They have nice pieces lathered onto the noodles. The noodles were nice and bouncy. They are wide and long, so fun to eat and just delicious. Would order this again! The meat lover pizza was amazing. My kids loved it, nice thin crush, nicely layered with cheese and just an overall yummy pizza. The garlic bread was a 6/10 not crazy over them. Service was good, the gal who took my order was down to earth. I waited about 15 mins until my entire order was done . Not too bad for all that food. Casual dining area and plenty of indoor seating along the wall. There is more seating towards the back as well. I love the different artwork highlighting Orange County. Super neat to look at.

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    Nancy R.

    I came to this place because of their reviews, but was disappointed in my experience. The restaurant was nearly empty while we were there and it took 45 minutes for our food to be ready. I understand people have off days, but the staff wasn't very friendly and seemed annoyed when asked questions (ie asked for a water cup because none were available). Braised beef ravioli - 6/10, beef was flavorful, sauce was bland BOYP (pappardelle, pink sauce, and sausage) - 3/10, the up charges on this felt excessive (ie $2 for pappardelle + $3 for pink sauce + $3.50 for sausage), the sauce was not flavorful, the pasta was cooked well, sausage was okay Garlic bread - 2/10, no garlic flavor I am tempted to try their pizza in the future, but would not re-order pasta. The price for the meal we ordered was not justified during this dining experience.

    Should have taken a picture before we attacked tjis bad boy.
    Jacob A.

    So this restaurant is a little hidden gem. If you like homemade pasta, well this place is for you. We ordered the three pasta special (penne pasta with creamy pesto, cacioe e peppe and added bacon, and braised beef pasta). We also had the chopped salad. Just delicious. The staff was great and hard working. We will definitely return....who wouldn't.

    Crystal Z.

    I came here with family. We all enjoyed our food and service. My sister ordered the cheese ravioli and said it was one of the best cheese ravioli dishes she has had. My mom ordered the cacio e pepe and enjoyed it. I ordered the parpadelle beef pasta and was blown away. Both my boyfriend and mom tried it and said my dish was the best. Big portion sizes. Comes with bread and butter. Pizza was decent. It was warm inside the restaurant--it is September and warm out. Customer service was good. Overall we all said we would come back. It's a must try

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    Love-Lei B.

    Had an amazing experience here! Food came out timely and staff was very helpful, also I was very surprised that the portions were gently sized. Will definitely be coming back!

    Pesto BYO Pasta

    Tried Pasta Party for the first time and it definitely won't be my last. The ambience is clean, chill, and really comfortable, perfect spot to relax and enjoy a good meal. The customer service was phenomenal from start to finish. The cashier was friendly and welcoming, and even the pizza maker checked in with us to see if we had any questions about the menu, which I really appreciated. We ordered the fettuccine with pesto sauce and a margherita pizza with pepperoni. The pizza was incredible the cheese tasted high quality and made every bite super satisfying. The pasta was just as impressive. The flavors were perfectly balanced, and it was so well seasoned that we didn't need to add any extra pepper or anything else. Overall, a great experience with both food and service. Definitely looking forward to coming back!

    Christmas set make for cute photo ops
    Cee O.

    My husband, our 3 boys and i stayed at a local hotel so we chose this place for dinner based off the yelp reviews. I'm happy we did because they did not disappoint. Luckily we were the only ones dining in. It's in a strip mall so it's not that big inside but cute little cozy space with friendly staff. The food was even better! Their beef braised pasta was so good! I highly recommend. My husband and I split that with a Cesar salad and we were stuffed. If I'm ever in the OC I will definitely go back

    Hyunmee C.

    Like a normal pizzeria with seating into the back so it's not a romantic spot or overly picturesque. There's a parking lot which is convenient. Service was friendly and quick. They have a surcharge for using credit cards. Penne In pink sauce and sausage 8/10 Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti 9/10 Beef braised ravioli 9/10 - all the pastas were a bit on the salty side (prob the pink sauce) 12" pizza with half deluxe 10/10 They have a self serve soda machine but you do have to pay for a cup; they do offer water but it doesn't taste good at all. Their soda machine is all cream based drinks so if you don't like those I would bring your own water.

    Parpadelle Beef Pasta
    Tiffany M.

    Food was delicious, but service was even better. The restaurant felt very homey and welcoming and the mini vespas were a nice touch. Alex recommended the short rib pasta, beef braised ravioli, or gnocchi and I opted for the short rib pasta. It was a generous portion and the pappardelle and short rib were cooked and seasoned to perfection. Alex, chef Fabio, and the rest of the team were great because you can really feel the love that was put into the food and restaurant. I will definitely be back!

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    Janee' S.

    Stumbled across this gem and definitely will be back! The service was amazing and they were great at offering suggestions. We got: 1. the pasta trio ( pesto penne, beef ravioli , braised beef pasta ) 2. Caesar salad 3. Garlic bread Pesto was good and creamy! Beef ravioli was in a pink sauce and it was good! The meat inside was delicious ravioli. The braised beef pasta was bomb! It had mushrooms in it as well. The noodles tasted so good with this dish as well. They were flat and think. The sauce was perfect on it! The salad was good! I got the side salad size and it was just enough for two people to share it. The garlic bread was fresh and yummy! Love the atmosphere of this place! Makes you feel very welcomed!

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    I got the short rib pappardelle, surprised it tasted like average short rib pappardelle. I'll definitely go again

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    The food, service and ambience were great. I want to go back & try other things on the menu. The pizza looked delicious!

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    Love the food, all of it!! especially the chicken parmigiana with and ice cold coke!! Enough to share with a loved one.

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    Ask the Community - Pasta Party

    Do they have a full bar?

    Sorry we only have beer&wine no liquor (not full bar)

    Can your dinning room accomodate a group of 6people? If yes, is a reservation suggested?

    Yes we can. We don’t formally take reservations, although if you call us 2 hours in advance we can prepare the large table for your group. Some weekends we do get an influx of customers so wait time can vary.

    Do you have chicken Alfredo?

    Yes we do. We have, build your own pasta :)

    The pictures look like orders of trays but no pricing or is this just for presentation?

    For catering, you’ll need to give me a buzz. I can explain the menu and suggestions on the perfect catering :) info@pastapartyusa.com or call the restaurant

    Are there any gluten free options besides salad?

    Yes we have a penne pasta gluten free! You can pair it up with sauce of your choice. Hope this helps!

    Do you (or can you) do family style dining?

    Yes they do and it's a crowd pleaser!!!

    Dry noodles or fresh?

    All I can say is that its fantastic food. Im not from CA but when I come into town, I make sure to order Cacio e pepe! Chicken Parm was also great along with the pizza!

    Takeout comes with bread?

    I think so.

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    Ake'Larry - Tuna melt arepa

    Ake'Larry

    4.9(185 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$

    Hi guys I thought this place was so good! My bestie…read morerecommended it and I had to see what the hype was? Turns out he was right so yummy! The service was very attentive and da guy working wish i remembered his name was really nice about telling me what was good Ordered the 3 quesos tasted kind of like if they put three different kinds of cheeses into an empanada also got the shredded beef one... would recommended to my protein lovers! So flaky! Be careful! Man working also suggested the pork tonkatsu sandwich which was yum dot com as well... Maybe interested in trying a new protein again another hack for my protein lovers Pretty chill inside but I got my stuff to go... had to go see the Michael movie he he Overall I will be back and excited to try more of the menu soon! Bye love u guys

    There are coffee shops, and then there are places that make you want to slow down. Ake Larry is…read morefirmly the latter. Walking in, you feel it instantly -- that rare combination of cozy and intentional that so many cafés try to manufacture but so few actually achieve. The space is genuinely charming. The kind of place where you settle in, exhale, and stop thinking about whatever was on your mind five minutes ago. Whether you're coming in solo with a book or just need a quiet corner to exist for a while, Ake Larry holds that space beautifully. But the real story here is the owner. I don't throw around the phrase "best owner ever" lightly -- but this one earned it. They checked in on me personally, asked how I wanted my coffee made, and actually listened. Not in a transactional way, but in the way someone does when they genuinely care about the experience they're putting in front of you. That level of attentiveness is vanishingly rare and it transformed what could have been a standard café visit into something that actually felt personal. The coffee itself delivered on that promise. You could taste the intention behind it -- well-extracted, balanced, and made exactly to spec. No guessing, no inconsistency. Just a really good cup of coffee crafted by someone who clearly takes their craft seriously. The pastries and food rounded it all out perfectly. Nothing felt like an afterthought -- everything on the menu seemed to belong there. Ake Larry is a regular rotation spot. Full stop.

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    Ake'Larry - Portobello mushroom ADD chicken ! YUM.

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    Tutto Fresco - Pescatore $17

    Tutto Fresco

    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    1.8 mi
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    The ambiance is great, very nice inside. Italian decor and gives you that restaurant feel when it's…read morenot a true restaurant. All windows have bushes so it gives you that privacy, including the patio. You order and pay first, then grab a table. There are bus staff which you can ask for utensils, boxes, etc. but you can also walk up and grab them yourselves. Olive oil has mixed herbs which is nice touch and focaccia bread is soft and chewy. Calamari is good but not crunchy, and provided with ranch and marinara sauce. Eggplant Parmigiana is great portion and had two meals with it. Eggplant cooked well, and marinara was not too acidic and had great flavor with a little zing to it. Eggplant Parmigiana 5/5 Calamari 3/5

    We normally go to the one on 17th and Tustin. We LOVE tutto and this location is a little closer to…read moreus. We sat outside and it was very clean and peaceful. Possible negative to sitting outside, we didn't get the normal bread and oil until we were served our food because no one saw us outside, but that was okay. We didn't mind, if you mind then maybe let them know you're going to be sitting outside. We ordered the turkey bacon sandwich that came with avocado, pesto, and I think mozzarella. It was delicious! I had a Caesar salad on the side. My options were salad, fries, or chips. My husband is kind of picky so he got the safe bet of chicken Alfredo with broccoli. He cleaned his plate. A star was taken off only because the tables were really sticky.

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    Cortina's Orange

    Cortina's Orange

    4.4(851 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Been to this location twice now, and it's been amazing every time! The food is made fresh to order,…read moreand my go-to sandwich is the "Cortina's Special" absolutely delicious. At $10, I think it's a decent price. The other sandwiches in the picture were also amazing! It's definitely a popular spot and can get busy, but thankfully they have plenty of parking available.

    So Cortina's is 5 minutes from my office, but I've probably gone there 4 times. The food is…read moredelicious. The outdoor patio is nice. The service is attentive and efficient. The only problem is...it's always packed!!! And they're open only for a few hours a day. Today I decided to do takeout. I ordered and paid online from the restaurant and I got a text with the time my order was going to be ready. I parked in their private lot and found my order ready to go on a shelf to the right of the front door. The cashier came out from behind the counter (without me even asking) to get me the bag of jalapeño chips that I ordered (which was very nice since the place was packed and the chips were on the far wall). The sandwiches are huge! I got a 6" tuna and my husband got the 10" Cortina's Special. Both were loaded! I had to eat mine open faced and I could only eat half! Unfortunately, the whole wheat roll was delicious, but the tuna was a little too much on the sweet side (I have a similar complaint with the tuna at Board & Brew). If you're in the mood for a good tuna salad sandwich, I suggest Jersey Mikes. If you're in the mood for any other kind of sandwich and don't mind waiting, go to Cortina's!

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    Russo Special (the Cortina's special but served hot & with peppers!!!)

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    Francoli Gourmet - Bucatini Cacio e Pepe

    Francoli Gourmet

    4.0(992 reviews)
    3.3 mi
    $$

    I'm surprised I haven't written a review here yet! My husband and I are becoming quite the regulars…read morehere so this is definitely past due! This is one of our go-to date spot that our friends introduced to us to. From my understanding this is Italian owned business with not only great quality food but also a wonderful assortment of rich olive oil, balsamic vinegar, jam, wine, packaged noodles you can buy straight from Italy. The service is always friendly but they can get very busy. Highly recommend a reservation. They've been so busy before they wouldn't even do take out orders. Ambiance is quaint. I love the beautiful Italian chandeliers they have. I've had a hard time with the chairs if I have a thick coat or a clutch hand back hard to put on the seat My husband orders the carbonara everytime which is our favorite item on the menu. Very authentic to us. I've tried many different pastas and just tried the lasagna last night which is not super heavy if your hesitant on feeling too full, was a great portion amount and wasn't super greasy either. Other items I've tried are the but my favorites are the fettuccine Alfredo (not on the menu), the short rib ravioli - super tasty!, and this mozerella crusted Pattie's in balsamic and creamy tomato sauce (seasonal or not on the menu sometime) that we love! I wanted to love the seafood risotto but I've had better. I used to order paccheri alla boscaiola which a popular item but I have to be in the mood for all the red onions which can be overpowering if there's a lot. We have tried some Of the apps which are always super fresh but we tend to order insalata calabrese which has a bit of everything Italian salad and great for sharing. The free bread is a plus too. Highly recommend coming for date night, family night, or even a small special occasion. Thanks for the great food and service!

    Came here on our first date since having a baby…read more Wanted to come here last Valentine's Day but it was booked two weeks ahead. Jamie was our server , she was energetic, bright, super friendly and set the tone for the night. Place has a full bar! My wife and i had martinis, had the calamari (tomato sauce without the frying) , carpaccio (super interesting w the celery) - the risotto and i got the cioppino - super delicious! 5 stars, fantastic experience !!

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    Baci Di Firenze

    Baci Di Firenze

    4.4(1.3k reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$

    I was craving lasagna, so a quick Yelp search led me here. The moment I walked in, the restaurant…read moregave off an upscale vibe--maybe it was the tablecloths, the wine racks, or the waitstaff in uniform, but it immediately felt like a nice place to settle in. It was a late night, so we didn't want to eat too much. We asked to split the lasagna, and it ended up being the perfect portion for two. The lasagna itself was meaty, rich, and really satisfying. We also ordered the garlic cheese bread. It wasn't as crunchy as we had hoped at first, but the staff was more than happy to remake it for us, which we really appreciated. It definitely tasted better after. Overall, it was a pleasant dining experience with good food and attentive service. We'll definitely be back.

    Yoooooooooooooooo! This spot is modestly fire I probably order takeout from here like once or…read moretwice a month whenever I'm craving that old school Italian comfort food type vibe. I'm not gonna lie though... it is kinda pricey for pasta but the recipes really remind me of grandma cooking -- super traditional, hearty, old-school Italian style. Nothing wrong with that at all, it's just personally I'm more of a pink sauce, creamy vodka sauce kinda guy these days Usually my go-to order is the Chef's Special rigatoni with sausage and mushrooms in that porcini sauce That dish never really misses for me. I also ALWAYS gotta get the breaded lamb chops with the peppercorn sauce because those are honestly one of the best things on the menu in my opinion. Crispy outside, juicy inside, sauce goes crazy This time though I decided to switch it up and tried the Linguine Sarno. It was good overall, seafood was solid, pasta cooked right, but I honestly wish it had more spice to it I kept waiting for a little kick that never fully came. Still decent though if you like lighter seafood pasta flavors. Also quick warning about the calamari because I learned the hard way last time make sure you finish it the SAME day. Once it sits overnight it turns super hard and chewy. Even tossing it in the air fryer the next day couldn't save it lol. One thing I will say is the service can be a little slower than expected sometimes. I usually call my order in like an hour ahead before getting off work, and this time when I got there it still wasn't ready yet But to be fair, the staff has always been really friendly, professional, and respectful every time I come through, so it kinda balances out. Ambiance is pretty much your standard quiet Italian restaurant vibes Nothing super modern or trendy, no loud music, just calm, chill, old-school dinner atmosphere where everybody's just there to eat good pasta and mind their business Overall still a solid comfort food spot when you're in the mood for classic Italian flavors

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    Roma D' Italia

    Roma D' Italia

    4.1(2.1k reviews)
    6.8 mi
    $$
    65 years in business
    Women-owned & operated

    Roma D'Italia is one of those old school family-owned spots that just feels right. Right in the…read moreheart of Old Town Tustin, with its own parking lot plus plenty of street parking, so already a win. The place is clean, spacious, and has a warm homey vibe. Good for date night, family dinner, or even a bigger group. Restrooms were clean too. We started with the Caesar salad, then shared the chicken marsala, angel hair estiva, and a side of meatballs. Everything was really good and felt like classic comfort Italian food. Linda was friendly and took good care of us the whole meal. Easy 5 stars for a solid local Italian spot. They are closed on Mondays!

    I had heard about Roma D Italia growing up in the area…read more This is a Tustin landmark going back to when I was a kid. This is old school all the way, sort of like a living museum of my life in Southern California. I took my son. I told him, this is a living example of the only type of restaurants around when I grew up in Newport Beach in the 1970's. You put your name on a list, and then you speak to a human. You wait in your car for someone to call you. She did. They told us our table was ready. As we walked to the car, I noticed many men wore tyes and dress shirts, even sport coats. The ladies were wearing dresses. We went inside. The inside is covered with Italian paintings and pictures of family member and newspaper reviews and rewards. The owner was there and she was very vocal with her staff. Everyone was running around. The smell of delicious bakery and Italian food. We sat down and boom, they drop some fresh baked dinner rolls and a huge dish of butter. Again, this is the way it used to be: bread and butter were freely given to you. This is my kind of place. We decided to share a caesar salad and clams and linguine. The food quality was five stars. Everything was so good. We decided to get a Pizza Bread for appetizer. We shared our food and took a lot of food home. The food value is a literal "Steal," and we left feeling like we were paying 1980 prices. Oh, this place is amazing. There was so much food for very inexpensive prices. The service was okay. We needed to ask for a lot of things. In summary, the atmosphere was wonderful. The food was incredible, but the prices were legendary. We are going back as soon as possible.

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    Roma D' Italia - Calzone Pocket Pizza- Baked crust stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan cheese and spices. Served with a side of meat sauce.

    Calzone Pocket Pizza- Baked crust stuffed with ricotta, mozzarella, parmesan cheese and spices. Served with a side of meat sauce.

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    Roma D' Italia - Calamari Fritti Salad Calamari served over greens with black olives & dressing of fresh tomatoes, red onions, basil, olive oil, garlic

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    Calamari Fritti Salad Calamari served over greens with black olives & dressing of fresh tomatoes, red onions, basil, olive oil, garlic

    Pizzeria Irene

    Pizzeria Irene

    4.5(238 reviews)
    3.2 mi

    Pizzeria Irene is one of the City of Oranges hidden gems. Located on Olive street and just off of…read moreChapman. Cool casual vibe. Old school music playing softly in the background. And the Pizza is cooked , slightly burnt to perfection. brick oven. Place is small and they do offer reservations. Cool thing is if you try your luck and the wait too long. Just order your food to go. Take a 20 minute stroll around the plaza and head back. Food will be out shortly. Then enjoy a picnic in the circle near the fountain Started off with the Caesar Salad. Next we Ordered the Bianca Pizza "Love the fresh garlic " .... The crust is soft and burnt for that perfect Napolitano style pizza firewood heated oven. Add a side of sliced prosciutto ham. Will try the broccolini appetizer the next time we dine in.

    Solid, gourmet pizza that's just a bit overhyped…read more Gourmet is no hyperbole - everything here is as clean and fresh as can be. People raved about the Caesar salad - which was really good. But the big item here is the pizza and...it was really good. Just not maybe to the level others praised it to be. Good portions, flavorful, fresh, but something was a bit off. Not sure if the marinara was just okay, or what, but it tasted a bit more like paste than what I'm used to. Forgive my uncultured taste buds. Service rocked - we were taken care of wonderfully and the small space makes it feel pretty special. Incredibly charming and a perfect spot for a romantic night out or just a more chill space. While I'll definitely come back - it's not my first choice for food (or even pizza) in downtown Orange...but given everyone else's high praise you really should try it at least once.

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    Pizzeria Irene - At the bar

    At the bar

    Pizzeria Irene - I highly recommend Irene to anyone looking for a fantastic italian pizzaria in a great setting. Kudos to the team for an excellent job!

    I highly recommend Irene to anyone looking for a fantastic italian pizzaria in a great setting. Kudos to the team for an excellent job!

    Pizzeria Irene - Caesar salad

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    Caesar salad

    Pasta Party - pizza - Updated May 2026

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