I am pretty sure someone's Nonna is definitely in the kitchen at Trattoria Pizzeria. The food is…read moreamazing prepared, the service makes you feel like family, and the place is so clean, that you can her own mother rushing you to clean the house before company gets there. I ordered the baked spaghetti, and it was absolutely phenomenal. The kind of dish that makes you pause halfway through the first bite and think, "Yep...this was the perfect choice." It tasted completely house-made, rich, comforting, and clearly prepared with the kind of love that usually comes from a kitchen where someone is yelling in Italian. The sauce, the pasta, the baked goodness on top--everything just worked. The wine list was also a pleasant surprise: great selection and very affordable. Nothing makes pasta happier than a good glass of wine that doesn't make your wallet cry. For dessert I went with the limoncello cake. While it wasn't house-made, it was still delicious--light, citrusy, and the perfect way to finish off a very satisfying meal. Here's the real kicker: the entire meal with wine was about $40 with my drink. In a world where mediocre pasta can somehow cost the same as a cell phone bill, this place delivers incredible value. It's not only the best quality Italian food I've found around here, it's easily one of the best meals I've had for the price. Bottom line: great food, great wine, and a price that doesn't require selling family heirlooms. I'll definitely be back.

I'm leaving this review for awareness…read more Some months ago my mother had an exchange with one of the bartenders (Matt) here that ended with him named calling her a "bitch." Later we were told by an employee that after reviewing footage it "looked like she was being aggressive." As a black woman, hearing that kind of language used to describe my mother raised concerns for me. It's what made me stop by to see the owner. When I tried to discuss it with the owner Ashley, her response to me saying "as a black woman..." was to tell me "don't pull the race card." An employee named Jessica jumped in and said the owner couldn't be prejudiced because she's engaged to a black man (who I found out later is Jessica's son), which to me sounded like "I can't be racist, I have black friends!" completely missing the point. What bothered me most was how unprofessional the entire interaction became. I came in hoping to have a private conversation with the owner, but two employees (Jessica and brother who also works there) began inserting themselves into the discussion. At one point the owner Ashley even put her finger in my face and said "I'm not talking to you right now" while explaining things to my boyfriend instead. THE OWNER. When I asked how the bartender (Matt) calling a customer a "bitch" was handled, I was told it was dealt with "internally," but they refused to explain what that meant. The owner also claimed they have a "zero tolerance policy" for employees and customers cursing at each other, yet the bartender still works there. A write-up and a "don't do it again" isn't zero tolerance. At one point Jessica started to call the police on me during the conversation. For what?? The food might be fine, but professionalism and accountability matter. If the owner of a business handles concerns this way and refuses transparency about employee conduct, that says a lot about the culture of the place. Do with that information what you will before spending your money here. Ashley you suck. Jessica you suck. Edit: Ashley (the owner) has now responded to this review. She is upset that I had a bad experience with her. I initially went up there to see why she felt the need to tell her employee that a black women looked aggressive on camera. That's dangerous and she wouldn't understand because she is not black. I asked to speak with her privately and that didn't happen, she could've took me in her office, like a professional business owner should have done. It escalated because she had 2 employees getting involved when the conversation should have just been between me and her. The situation was not handled "months ago" because my mother never recieved an apology and Matt still works there so her "zero tolerance policy" doesn't exist. She keeps saying "months ago" because she wants us to let it go but I won't. Her response under my review literally means nothing because nothing about how her and her employees handled it was professional. Nor was it to deescalate. If anything, they made the situation worse. In her response below it seems like she's now trying to put on face and now act professional because she's been called out. So, I still believe you shouldn't give Ashley or her business your money because she is unprofessional and lacks accountability.

Great Italian restaurant, with an amazing chef. Service was good , the food was very good !read more

We were coming back from Mobile and wanted to try a new place. Picked the Italian Bistro and it was…read moregreat. Seated promptly, drinks and fresh baked rolls came quick. I ordered the lamb chop special and Karen got a pasta dish. They were both terrific!! Will certainly try they again.

I love stopping at Tabella when I am in Hattiesburg. We went for lunch for my mother's birthday,…read moreand everything was amazing. The service was great, and the food was even better. I got the chicken parm, my Italian go to and recommend it to everyone.

We stopped in for lunch to celebrate a friend's retirement. We walked into the lobby and there was…read morea guy wearing a tee shirt and jeans. We thought he was waiting on a table but he was our hostess. He was very nice but I would except a professional dress code . The food is always great here. The focaccia bread it's so good and complementary. Three of the four in our party ordered the meat lasagna. It had great favor and plenty of meat but was lukewarm. We had ordered extra sauce which was hot so that helped. We should have mentioned it to our server, our bad. The last two times we were in town and stopped in I will say I wish they would play Italian (Since it is an Italian Restaurant) or relaxing music instead of rap. Did I mention the food and service were good

Mario's Italian Restaurant & Bar -- a place where I left happy... but also slightly disappointed…read moreand emotionally confused. I ordered the lobster ravioli, which sounded like a life decision I'd brag about later. What arrived was 4 ravioli and 4 small shrimp -- which, in most cultures, is called an appetizer but I might just need to go on a diet. Flavor-wise it was... politely stated..Not bad, just kind of bland. Also the shrimp still had the tails on, so dinner became a part-time job. Nothing says "fine dining" like performing minor seafood surgery in pink sauce while your pasta cools. The wine list was the real plot twist. No rosé. No Sauvignon Blanc. I have never -- and I mean never -- gone to an Italian restaurant and ordered beer out of necessity. Yet here we are. It just didn't feel right. Now, credit where it's due: the garlic bread was actually really good (though I'm pretty sure it didn't grow up in that kitchen), and the limoncello cake -- confirmed not house-made -- was honestly the star of the meal. Service was great, atmosphere was pleasant, and I didn't have a bad time... Three stars: good evening, questionable portion sizing, and a restaurant that accidentally convinced me to drink beer at an Italian restaurant.

Wife and I enjoyed dinner at Mario's for my birthday dinner. Our server, Carmen did an excellent…read morejob. Was attentive to our table refilling the bread basket, which the bread here is awesome. The fried calamari was on point. Our entrees came fairly quickly, lobster ravioli and Mario's pizza. In true Italian culture, both dishes was plenty with leftovers to take home. Carmen offered syrawberry cheesecake as a birthday gift. The restaurant is quiet enough to have a conversation and enjoy your meal without distracting noise.

Best meatballs I ever had. Got the cheese ravioli w/meatball…read more Would order it again in a second

I walked in to this establishment with a few friends for lunch. The place was well lit and tidy…read more Immediately to my left was a rather large Christmas tree very nicely decorated and soft Christmas music playing in the background. We walked to the counter and paid for our buffet. It is very spacious and strategically placed to make it seem bigger than it is as well as flow of traffic. The buffet was nicely placed to give everyone an equal running start for the next pie to be laid to rest on the warmers. It was quite literally a mad dash to the next piece. The staff were very attentive and came to our table and asked if we would like anything specific. Of coarse, we obliged. Mushrooms! Great fun, great laughs, great company, paired with great food, made an epic lunch date. The location is convenient. The prices are comparable, and the customer service was impeccable. If you have a chance to swing by, do so. I totally recommend! Location 5 Cleanliness 5 Prices 5 Quality 5 Customer Service 5 5/5

Fabulous food, staff and ambiance. Best Italian we have found on the MS coast. Had our first date…read morethere 2 years ago, got engaged there one year later. The staff was so great. They made our special occasions just that much better. Food was stupendous! If you like great cuisine, you must try it. Feel like friends now.

Went here for a pre Thanksgiving dinner and drinks. We sat at the bar and the bartender was great,…read morevery attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. We've been here many time but this was the first time trying the Pasta Rockefeller! This dish might be my new favorite even over the amazing pork chop! I would encourage anyone to try both of those dishes .

The food at Aroma's is as authentic Italian you can get short of visiting southern Italy in person…read more We lived in Naples Italy for three years and know fantastic Italian dishes when we eat them. Aroma did not disappoint at all. The service is far above average. The ambiance id warn and welcoming, a pleasant addition to the dining experience. We highly recommend Aroma Italian Restaurant.

It's been years since my wife and I have tried this place. We recently went twice to eat here and…read moreit is much better than what I remembered it last. The service both times was good. The first waitress was attentive and the second waitress was alright. She lost track of us for a moment but, there was another waitress who was able to refill my drink. We got calamari both times and it was delicious. Both times it wasn't greasy and the marinara sauce was good. The first time it we got just the rings and the second time we requested for tentacles also and got them. That's my favorite part is the tentacles. The crunchy texture is great. Wife got one of their Alla Casa with chicken. She loved it the past and the creamy sauce. The chicken was well cooked. One thing she did wish she had was maybe a slice of lemon to add some acidity. I got their pepperoni pizza extra crispy. I've found that is the way to order it if you do not like floppy pizza. Just the right amount of cheese. Could be a little more pepperoni or even the small cup pepperoni would make it nicer. All in all a good place to come for lunch or dinner. I would recommend this place to anyone.

Don't ignore the wings - we had the Honey BBQ & Garlic Parmesan wings & they were phenomenal!…read more10/10. & the ranch dips were fantastic as well. Already ready to go back!

We are full-time RV'ers, from the Phoenix area, and it's difficult to locate a "Good Italian Food &…read moreGood Pizza" while constantly being on the move. We pulled into the Picayune/Bay St. Louis area and stumbled across this restaurant. We have only "Great" things to say about it. The service is professional, efficient and the restaurant is exceptionally clean and well organized. Their sauce has a depth of flavor rarely experienced outside Italian communities like New York & Chicago. Their pizza crust and their pizza sauce, makes for a GREAT Super Supreme and their price point, on their pies and others dishes: i.e. Lasagna (marinara and their meat sauce), have a sharp hardy flavor. Their selection of entrees are more then most restaurants and the food presentation doesn't disappoint, professional white dishes, linen table clothes. This restaurant provides a GREAT value and we "Highly Recommend" it. Bobby & Krista Chandler, Arizona

I visit pretty often and everything I've ever ordered I just love. I work for DoorDash so I get to…read moresee a lot of other people enjoy their meal as well.

My first time stopping by was this past Saturday. It was a very intimate setting which I loved. I…read morewalked in & there was nobody there. The service was great. My pasta came out piping hot. The rolls are delicious. The Shrimp Alfredo was good but not the best that I've had. I will be back to try other menu items. The only thing that I was sad about is that you can't order bread to- go.

What a great Italian restaurant! Six of us, three couples, went out recently for an awesome dinner…read more I had spaghetti with meat sauce, my wife had shrimp scampi. Incredible! My BIL had spaghetti with meat balls. There's 4 ways to do spaghetti. SIL had the chef's signature. Another had the supreme pizza. It was wonderful. We each brought 1/2 home, going to have leftovers. The chef/owner came out 1/2 way to check on us. Nice personal touch. The service was top notch! We are all snowbirds and headed north, but will definitely be back next winter. Don't miss this hidden jewel!

A locally-owned gem with Southern hospitality and delicious Italian food…read more Having been a fan of this restaurant a few years back, I was excited to try it again after recently moving back to the area. After a couple of unsuccessful attempts to visit on a Sunday (they're closed!), I finally made it on a Tuesday evening. I was promptly greeted and seated by the friendly host right as they opened at 5 p.m. Our waitress was welcoming and took our appetizer order right after our drinks. We were debating between the mozzarella sticks and calamari, and she recommended the trio, which included both, plus fried zucchini - a great suggestion! Soon after our appetizer arrived, the owner and chef came to our table to introduce himself and check on our food. It was a nice, personal touch that you don't see very often. While the service was a little on the slower side, it was clear that the small but mighty staff was attentive and making their rounds to all the tables. For our main course, we ordered the chicken parmesan, which was a generous portion, easily shareable for two, and came with a side salad. It was yummy. This restaurant has a certain charm with its combination of Southern hospitality and Italian cuisine. I would recommend it based on my experience. They also have some weekly specials (unsure for how long) : -Wednesday Family Night: Large 3-topping pizza for $11.99 -Thursday Date Night: The $5 corkage fee for BYOB is waived, and they offer a "share a bowl" upgrade for $5.99 (usually $9.99), which gives you two servings of protein instead of one. Overall, a wonderful dining experience that I'm happy to recommend.