From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel like family. You can tell this team takes real…read morepride in what they do, and it elevates the entire dining experience. Now let's talk about the star of the night: the veal carbonara with the freshly made bread in house, hands down the best I've ever had. The veal was incredibly tender, the sauce silky and rich without being heavy, and the balance of flavors was spot‑on. It's the kind of dish that stops conversation for a moment because you just need to appreciate how good it is. Between the exceptional service and a carbonara that sets a new standard, this place has earned a permanent spot on my favorites list. Highly recommend for anyone who loves authentic Italian cooking done at the highest level.

I took my mom for Mother's Day lunch and the server said they couldn't give us an Aperol spritz…read morebecause it wasn't on the menu. I ordered an espresso martini with chocolate, it took over an hour to get and was served with caramel. My chicken piccata was soggy and sweet. It took over 5 minutes to get water refilled. The restaurant was not busy, was crazy quiet with no atmosphere and no music. I'm very upset with the experience. We will never be going back.

I've been wanting to try this place for a long time and finally got my chance. I got there around…read more2:00. It wasn't very busy, maybe two tables. Since I was alone, I just sat at the bar. It's a small restaurant in a shopping center very nicely decorated. My server Elmer greeted me right away with water and a menu. He explained that everything is homemade, even the desserts. The menu isn't huge, but it has a good variety across the board. I looked at the specials first l, I wish my wife had been with me because the salad special sounded great and we usually split one. The entrée specials also sounded really good. I was already thinking to myself I'd probably be back if this meal was solid. I usually order chicken parm when I go out for Italian, but I wanted to switch it up, so I went with the lasagna. Elmer told me I'd enjoy it and said the noodles and sauce were very good. Someone brought out bread with a garlic and oil mix. The bread was excellent crunchy outside, soft inside. The garlic and oil was good, but I'm more of a butter guy. I like a lot of butter on my bread, especially bread like that. When the lasagna came out, it looked amazing. The person who brought it asked if I wanted Parmesan cheese. I said no thanks I don't like changing the flavor unless I taste it first and feel like it needs it. First bite.....Excellent. The sauce had a lot of flavor, the noodles were tender, and there were a lot of layers had to be six or seven. Not like some places where you get three or four and mostly cheese. I ate the whole thing and used the bread to clean the plate. Elmer and the other servers kept checking in to see if I needed anything. I like seeing that kind of teamwork where everyone helps out, not just their own tables. Makes for a better experience and you're never waiting around if you need something. When I finished, Elmer asked if I wanted some of the "apple cobber." Funny thing -- when I first looked at the dessert menu, I noticed that typo and wondered if that was really the name. I asked him about it and he said it was a mistake and hadn't even noticed. I was surprised no one caught it before. I asked for the cobbler to go, but he actually recommended the tiramisu instead, so I took his suggestion. Later that evening I tried it and it was superb. Even my wife, who doesn't like coffee, liked the bite I gave her. While we were talking, Elmer gave me a sample of their espresso martini. I'm not big on cold coffee drinks, but it was actually pretty good. Definitely something I'd order there. Overall, one of the best Italian meals and service I've had and I'll definitely be back. I just wish it was closer to home if they opened up in Prince Frederick in Calvert County, I think they'd do great. Right now all we really have is Ledos Pizza

We've eaten at Il Gusto Ristorante multiple times and had a good experience each time. We've…read moreordered their branzino multiple times. It's consistently tasty and well-seasoned, though a few times there were a few scales left on the skin. Not a dealbreaker, but worth noting. The vegetable side dishes tasted very fresh and complemented the meal nicely. And surprisingly, the mushroom risotto was actually really good, coming from someone who isn't usually a fan of mushrooms. Our son is a fan of noodles and enjoys the Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. We've had the food delivered or we picked it up.

What a gem! Did not expect to find such great authentic Italian food in such a spot!…read more Il Piccolo from outside really does not set you up for the quality or authenticity of the food you get here! Our waitress Tori was outstanding! She really was friendly and quick! My son took us here since we are visiting and ordered a couple appetizers- fried ravioli and I can't remember the name but they were fried risotto balls filled with cheese and I wish I had just ordered a second round of these. The menu is quite large. We had a different variety of pastas- my daughter got their grilled red snapper and it was amazing!!! My son got a simple clam in white wine sauce. My daughter's BF got a seafood pasta that had clams, mussels, crab and shrimp. So much seafood! All cooked perfectly. I had a simple pasta with marinara that was clearly slow cooked and made with love. The ambiance is delightful. The decor is modern and beautiful. Outside seating is available and they have a great drink / wine list. During the week they also have a great Happy Hour menu. The servings are enough for two people the share so I suggest getting two different entrees and splitting.

Really Nice people. Really Good food. Fair prices. Perfect. Give Il Piccolo Morso a try.read more

Love this place. Never disappointed. Food quality outstanding. Server's always are professional,…read moreattentive, friendly. Every time I return to Chesapeake Beach I gotta go there to eat and drink. Location is so inviting, relaxing. Right there on the Bay! If you are disappointed it's because this place is too classy for a McDonald's consumer to enjoy.

Wonderful meal and service here - the outdoor dining area is so comfortable with a nice view of the…read morebay. Service by Bobby and Kelsea was outstanding and welcoming - took the time to explain the menu, specials etc. Spaghetti with clams was very delicious- generous portion of clams , great taste of garlic , olive oil, and white wine. We ordered the fried smelts for a starter - perfectly fried with a nice Remoulade sauce. The house burger with mushrooms, Swiss cheese on a pretzel bun, good char was excellent. We didn't have wine during our visit but they have an extensive wine list.

Yesterday, I had the absolute pleasure of treating my son, mother, and myself to one of the best…read moreValentine's Day dinners I have had. I have to share our experience from the beginning. So we drove a good 30mins to get here, with anticipation from seeing this restaurant on a travel channel, but the original location is in NY. We get there, and its plenty of free parking. We ask for seating for 3 and we are told they are only seating individuals who booked a reservation. Totally understandable considering its Valentine's day. I dropped the ball folks. I didn't make a reservation. So I noticed a bar lounge which we were told we could wait for a seat to open up. As we were waiting a coupled jumped in front us and took a seat. The manager Claudia came to the rescue like the dark knight but with more grace. She mentioned she was willing to put us on the list for a table in the main dining area. I accepted her kind gesture and continued to wait for bar lounge seating to open up. A couple was kind enough to come over to us and ask if we were waiting for bar lounge seating. They offered their table to us as they were ending their night. There was a 2 man band playing in the lounge area that was very soothing to the ear. As I tried to help my mother get comfortable at the hightop table, I noticed she was having a difficult time getting seated in such a high chair. Guess who came to the rescue, you guessed, Claudia! She's the best, 100 grand, made me a real fan. So she came over and said our table was ready if we wanted a booth seating and we all know that's the best seats in the house. All I could think is look at God. The wait wasn't even long either. 10 out of 10 for saving the day. In addition our waitress was such a sweetheart. I mentioned a white malbec I saw on the menu that I was astonish to see b/c I never knew of such a thing. She bought me a small glass to taste and my God, I am a true believer Jesus turned water into wine. Its so clear like water but the taste is amazing. The food is so delicious. The restaurant is very clean. The staff is very personalable. Everyone cartered to us. You would have thought we were the Obamas or something. As we were stuffing our faces, Claudia comes around handing out roses to the men/boys to give to their dates. Complimenting my son and his daper outfit she hands him a rose and tells him to give it your mommy. At the moment he lights up with a big smile as if he paid for the rose himself. I can tell he felt like a gentleman and good that he could give his mother a red rose on Valentine's day. That small gesture was very thoughtful and appreciated. I apologize for my essay, but they desired it. I love the service, the ambiance, the food, and service. I haven't seen my mother smile so much in a while. So it bought me great joy to give my mother this experience on Valentine's day. I thank Nonna Angela's staff for such a wonderful experience.

Fresh and delicious! Menu has typicall Italian offerings, but the actual dishes are superb!…read more Great service in an Italian setting. Nice restaurant.

Was looking for St. Patrick's Day Corned Beef and Cabbage, found it here. It was GREAT! So glad I…read morecame here, this was my first time. My wife and I will be back again for sure.

The food was ok. I had. 10in pizza w pineapples and Italian sausage. The dough was chewy but not…read moreas crisp as I prefer but I crushed it. It was decent. The service could have been better, but I don't think it was the servers fault. I was there for a bday party for around 20 ppl to include a dedicated kids table and 1 server to cover us all. 3-4 meals were not captured and I and 3 others had to wait until after everyone else was served to get our food. In my case I was given someone else's pizza (just pineapples) and the server took mine back and basically sprinkled Italian sausage crumbles on top. The environment was good. Family style bar/restaraunt with that local community staple vibe. Nice. Everyone was friendly, the bar tender was personable and I didn't drink anything just watched a game in the bar tv awaiting for my fam. I would go again if someone asked me to and maybe if in the area and wanted to have a drink hit the bar.wasnt the best experience but was a decent one. 3 stars seems adequate rating.

La Vela is a fantastic addition to the Solomons Island area. Great service, good location,…read morefantastic food and a brilliant menu. The vibe inside the restaurant is perfect. The duck breast and penne Santa Luca are excellent. Drink service is likewise on point. One of the very best Italian restaurants in St Mary's County!

We tried La Vela for lunch today on the recommendation of a friend. We arrived a few minutes…read morebefore noon when they open. Several other people were waiting outside. You climb a flight of stairs to get to the restaurant. The inside is attractively decorated. Since it was a beautiful day, we chose to sit out on the covered porch, with views of the water. There were a number of parties there for Friday at lunch, but it was not full. We did not make a reservation for lunch, but I understand it is necessary at dinner. Our server was pleasant. We shared the fried green tomato appetizer (four slices, with marinara sauce & cheese). I ordered the chicken Milanese off the lighter menu. It was a fried cutlet, served with arugula and shaved parmesan, with a touch of a lemon dressing. Quite tasty. Others in the party ordered the lobster ravioli (which looked delicious) and the Bolognese. I would give the food five stars. There were a few hiccups with the service (having to repeat requests for bread, for a box for leftovers), but nothing that detracted from an overall nice experience. I would definitely go again.

they are consistent with portions and quality. the value is ALWAYS there. I've been ordering from…read morethem for years. I travel a lot and portion sizes and quality suffer all over Virginia but when I come home and order from here I KNOW I'll get the best possible food and quality.

Thank you to Christian(?) for putting extra effort into making our food look even more appealing!…read moreWe appreciate his efforts. I love the Orange Citrus salad (minus the fennel) & the Avocado Chipotle Chicken sandwich (minus the bread). But everything I've had here is good.

Most people go to Zabibo's around here... they are MISSING OUT!!! This place makes Zabibo's look…read morelike a fast food joint with garbage ratings! Must haves!!! Lamb Shank Risoto and the Seared Duck!!!

This place is located in an unassuming strip mall in Stafford. My group of 30 came here for a…read morespecial event and the restaurant was able to accommodate us, taking up one side of the restaurant. They have what looks to be a rotating menu. Make sure to read the full description of each menu item as the short title doesn't do it justice. I ordered a braised short rib with risotto dish, which was amazing! But the short title was just "risotto", which I would have quickly dismissed without my friend mentioning the short rib in the description. We started with the calamari an appetizer. It had a nice crispy breading. They had deep fried jalapeños with it, which paired nicely with the calamari. Never had it like this before. The dish came out with a very generous portion of risotto and a large short rib on top. The rib was so tender that it fell right off the bone and you didn't need a knife to cut it up. So flavorful! The risotto was well flavored and have a nice creaminess to it. I could have shared this plate as it was very rich and filling. Service was admittedly slow, but I attribute that to our large group on a Wednesday evening.

I love 3 Brothers. I have seen other reviews and say that this cannot be the same place that I go…read moreto? I have been a guest of theirs for over 10 years. They treat me like family and I have even asked them to host my classes 50th reunion several years ago. Bart, Loretta, Jennifer and especially our Laura take good care if you. Their pizza stands out. Love their buffalo chicken wrap and their chicken cheeses teak. Great selection of desserts all the way to yummy brownies and black and white cookies. Oh, and I forgot salads. The Chicken Cobb and Buffalo Chicken salad are great. I enjoy each time I go there and am glad to recommend.

I visited Three Brothers and an issue arose with my order due to an allergy. When I brought it to…read morethe manager's attention, he refused to remake the order or issue a refund. He repeatedly tried to insist that I take a pizza containing an ingredient I am allergic to, which was extremely concerning. A few (and I truly mean a few) employees were kind and courteous--thank you to them. Unfortunately, the overall service was not up to par. The lack of professionalism, particularly in handling a serious allergy concern, left me with a very poor experience. I personally would not return to this restaurant.