Service was great the whole time we were there, prompt, smiles and kept checking on us…read more We went for just apps to give the place a try. The menu looked fun, on line. When we arrived we were seated quickly at a nice table in a themed Italian space. We had the Calamari, an the Escargot. And finished with a piece of their homemade Tiramisu. All were very tasty: Calamari was a crispy, well flavored rings (darn I like the little squid) with a good sauce. The Escargot were plump and the garlic butter they came with was delicious, used the bread (very nice Baguette) to sop it up an hold an Escargot! A finished with the Tiramisu which was everything a good homemade desert should be ! The only suggestion would be to up the presentation on the plate of both of the dish's; the calamari and the escargot But had nothing to do with taste, which was excellent.

We wanted to try Giovanni's since it opened, and finally had a chance to head over with the family…read more The service was very good. The waiter and bus staff were great at getting our requests and being prompt with everything. The food was great & good. All of the food was served fresh and hot as it should be. They have a great house Chianti that is reasonably priced by the bottle. The filet special was out of this world awesome. Cooked perfectly medium rare, the cut was top shelf and flavor was incredible. The whole dish was excellent with the mushroom red wine reduction on top providing that blast of flavors that complemented a filet. I may get this every time if they continue to have it on the menu. The fettuccine alfredo was good. The pasta was home-made and cooked perfectly. The sauce was a bit bland and was missing something. Maybe some more parmesan, maybe just salt, not sure but while it was good, it lacked the big creamy flavor that alfredo should have. Chicken was very good, grilled and tender. So this one was "Good" The seafood special was another "Good" one. The shirimp was done perfectly but the rest of the seafood was maybe just a touch overcooked. The sauce was a cream sauce but like the alfredo it lacked just a bit of flavor that would have made it a superb meal. Many guests will love that we have a very good Italian place again in North Hudson as it's part of the heritage of the community. We will go back for sure!! CM

We've been dying the try this place for months and it did not disappoint! I really like that it's a…read morerelatively small menu as it seems they are able to really perfect each dish and make frequent modifications due to the season. They also have a couple specials that change every week so you can always try something new. Today we lucked out with delicious crab cakes! We also ordered the focaccia, ziti, risotto, chicken parm rigatoni and olive oil ice cream. Needless to say, we were very full when we left and had plenty of leftovers! It's a small space so definitely try to make a reservation to ensure a seat. I get the impression it's busy most nights!

Visited 2/28/26. Back at Olio and not a moment too soon! I was surprised but we did manage to fit a…read moregroup of 6 of us, which was awesome. Definitely a bit more rushed feeling with the 90 minute deadline as per usual (still completely get this but wish it could be a bit more flexible for a larger group), but still adored everything we ate and that's why olio still gets top marks. Things to get: -Focaccia- I always love the focaccia and think it plus the red sauce are worth ordering. -Burnt carrots- The burnt carrots were an unexpected surprise that I would definitely recommend. Fun flavors -Pretty much any pasta: casarecce, paccheri, spaghetti Nero. All so unique and delicious in their own ways. Up to you: -Brussels sprouts-still good, just preferred the carrots -Desserts: I preferred the ice cream to the cake. The cake was a bit too dense for my liking but others in my party liked it.

We are HUGE fans of San Pedro and also huge fans of handmade pasta so we decided to try Olio. It…read moreboasts of handmade pastas. Right up my alley: Upon arrival. Cute and intimate atmosphere. Decor is cozy. Service is on point. Everyone is very friendly. Our sever is knowledgeable of the drink and food menu and all questions were answered with confidence. My drink, the clearly dirty is a take on a dirty martini. It has caper brine in it. And I can say I would 110% order that again. . Just unique and amazing. Red blend wine is what my hubby chose and that was also great. Food, sourdough bread is a great app, also got the arincini, also good. The entrees is where things got a little off. I got the shrimp pasta, and there were maybe 3 shrimp. I liked the spice level. Which was maybe too spicy for most. But it was SO SALTY. Just not enjoyable. My husband got the special, the lasagna. But no one said it was deep fried. It came out looking like a small, and I do mean small charcoal brick with cheese. He asked about the char and they revealed it was deep fried. Which is not clarified on the menu. They did ask again if it was okay... just not what was envisioned when ordering a lasagna on special. And as far going back. It's a no for me.

Total gem and a must dine. This has quickly become a favorite. Terrific service. Fantastic food…read more I've been three times so far, and each dish has delivered. Highly recommend the focaccia, the burrata, and bruschetta with peas, asparagus, and mortadella. My husband said the chicken parm was the best he's ever tried. I loved the cavatelli, and the Spaghetti Nero was out of this world tasty. Prices don't break the bank either. Get your reservations and enjoy!

I grew up in Iowa, and our favorite Aunt lives close by in Clear Lake, Wi. I have been eating here…read moremy entire life. It's delicious! I am now gluten-free, so I can't enjoy their pasta. However, I LOVED their ravioli and cavatelli as a kid. Their sauce is absolutely perfect--I wish I could recreate it. When I go now, I take my cooked GF pasta, and they serve it up with their sauce and a side of sausage--which is to die for. This place is a little hidden gem. If you're in the area, make sure to stop in. You won't be disappointed. I am going to nominate it for Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. I would love to see this small town standby on the Food Network!

Cheese and raisin ravioli or chicken? If you know, you know. This is a Cumberland staple since I…read morewas a very young child. The Italian culture shines through as you can order just about any type of pasta here but the staple items tend to be ravioli and cavatille. The sausage is 100% made in house but many believe it comes from Louie's Meats, which is not true. Normally, I'd get a meatball with my pasta but not here. Sausage all the time! Many of the meals are served with a side salad and a basket of breadsticks for the entire table. Recently under new ownership, there has been a slight uptick in menu options and Bona Casa now carries pesto sauce (which previously never existed) along with a facelift of decor. The staff here works extremely hard for their customers. If you're in the area, swing by! They still have their frozen options, take outs and classic pizzelles.

Soups are marvelous! Can't miss. Salmon, Sarah's Favorite…read moreand chicken parm are fantastic. Try the eggplant appetizer. It's a must. Great service and warm comfortable atmosphere.

Wanted to like this spot a lot more than I do. The food was takeout and we both ordered the…read morespaghetti bolognese. This to me was very non memorable and it really just tasted like a homemade spaghetti with meat sauce. Nothing against it but I wouldn't order it again! I'm curious to try other things from the menu, I've heard a lot of good things about Angelina's. I can appreciate they offer GF pasta options! If I try it again I will definitely update my review!

A few friends and I biked from St. Paul to Stillwater and decided to check out Gio's on Main…read moreStreet--what a great spot! I tried the Pisa sandwich, and it was exactly what I was looking for--light, delicious, and perfect for not feeling sluggish on the long bike ride home. The overall experience was fantastic. The staff were super friendly, and they even found space inside for my colleagues' bikes, which was incredibly thoughtful and appreciated. Plenty of parking is available in the area too, making it easy for a return trip. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in Stillwater and highly recommend this place!

Finally checked out this hidden gem in downtown Stillwater. Was here for a bday party within our…read morefamily - party of 9. This place takes reservations and is great location for large parties. Our waitress was great too. I ordered a mocktail for my bevy which was something regarding pink clouds (something within that realm) - this is a seasonal mocktail so it's not on the website. I ordered as my main the full Gio Chop Salad which includes: iceberg, romaine, salami, pepperoni, Kalamata olives, tomatoes, parmesan, Italian vinegarette. It was okay but a little too heavy on the salad dressing. Other family members said the same thing.

My husband and I try a restaurant 2 to 3 times just to give it a fair chance. But each time we…read morewent it was so bad. The pasta was dry and hard the roast beef was dry I'm not even sure what my husband order the 3rd time but he took 3 bite and threw it away. If I could give less then a 1 I would.

Pasta dishes are excellent and reasonable. Salads are great! I have not had a pizza but have heard…read morethey are terrific!

Our bartender was lovely. Super kind, somewhat attentive. We ordered two sets of wings, it took 35…read moreminutes to receive our food and we saw multiple other tables order after and receive their food. I enjoyed the wings. Voodoo is everything you would want in a savory dry rub. Twister was interesting- an italian/parmesan dry rub with a dash of tabasco; my partner disliked it but I loved it. Unique. It was only $12 an order on Wednesday, which was tolerable. At the full $17 this would be an absolute joke. Ranch was also mundane bottled and I got less than one stick of celery for my $.89 up charge to add it. They had adorable mini booths. The place was small, borderline cramped but not quite there yet. Charming. I would come back to try the pasta but the sizes of the dishes weren't impressive. This isn't a bad place- it's just absolutely average for above average prices.

What a great experience! It's a Family-Owned, Italian-American Restaurant. They make their pasta…read morefresh! Yummy! We ordered the Thunder Clucker Sandwich and Hot Italian Flatbread. Both were excellent! I love that it is family owned! Our server was so nice! Ended up, he was also the owner! Their daily specials looked like a great deal as well! We will definitely be back!