I went here with a colleague yesterday. The woman at the front asked me if I had reservations and I…read moresaid no. She said it would be almost two hours until we could be seated. There was only one table being serviced in the restaurant, the rest was empty. Unacceptable service.

Excellent Italian. I love Italian food and this is very good…read more A really good menu and wine list. Friendly attentive staff. Pleasant venue. Its not takeaway prices but then again you are getting good quality food with very generous portions in an ambient setting. Don't eat much before you visit!

This wonderful Italian is a small family run business that has gone from strength to strength in…read morethe few years it has been open. Inside it seats around 30 and is decorated in a modern style that still manages to be warm and welcoming. We visited recently for a meal for 4 on a Friday evening. The restaurant was nearly full. All our starters and mains were served in a timely manner and were delicious. I ordered the scallops and duck and both were brilliant. This is not a mega cheap place but it is worth the money charged. We spent around £35 per head with drinks. The staff are extremely friendly and welcoming.

What a gem hidden away - After hearing really good reviews & feedback from friends that have…read morevisited this restaurant, we decided to pay a visit a couple of weeks ago and were certainly not disappointed. It doesn't look much from the outside but from the moment you go in, you are made to feel at home. A clean modern restaurant. All our food was served promptly, and was devoured just as promptly - all excellent. I have visited many "Italian" Restaurants both in Italy & here in the UK and I have to say this is certainly in my top ten! Good food made from quality ingredients, with excellent service is never cheap (if cheap is what you want, there are many pub restaurants to choose from) La Nonna is reasonably priced for the standard of food & service you receive, you can pay a lot more elsewhere for a lot less! Well worth a visit

Splendid premises, in a glorious setting, plus a team of catering professionals all combine to make…read moreDa Gino a dining out experience not to be missed. Da Gino is a small, chef owned and run Italian Restaurant with an excellent reputation. The owner, Gino, is very proud of the standards he sets which demand that they cook everything fresh using finest ingredients they can find at the market each morning he told me during my visit. We sat upstairs which was very busy on a Tuesday evening. my other half is half Italian so my food was order for me by her, she likes the opportunity to show off, she impressed the waiting staff. The food was superb, the wine was chilled to perfection and the atmosphere was excellent, I'll definitely be going again very soon.

My wife and I have been customers of the DaGino's Restaurant in Streetly ever since it opened some…read more3 years ago. We genuinly believe that it is one of the best Restaurants in this part of Birmingham. The food is always superb: the wine of the highest quality and the service quite outstanding. We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Da Gino's to anyone looking for a venue for lunch, an evening meal, or a very special celebration in your own private room. We can honestly say that we have never had a bad meal or been disappointed at this lovely Restaurant. SR/PGR

I first heard about Gio's when the gent himself contacted me about his new restaurant venture in…read moreWalsall. As well as running a restaurant in a little community centre, he also runs a number of classes in the Community on healthy eating to help educate children and parents about sourcing ingredients and the benefits of eating good food. When he invited me down to have a look at the place and have a chat about it, I couldn't help but say yes! First thing to note is that (depending on which way you get down there), it can be a little difficult to find. Hidden on a housing estate, Gio's deli is situated on the corner of a cul-de-sac within a community centre. It took us a little while to get there by car, but that's mainly due to the traffic on the motorway. On a good day (traffic wise) I reckon you could get there by car within around 25 minutes. You can catch public transport to Walsall, but a cab from the centre would be recommended if you plan on visiting. Gio's ethos is about providing good, Italian food without the snobbiness or high price tag. His prices are extremely fair! Last night me and Dan went down for dinner and a three course meal (including a coffee) was the less-than-princely sum of £13.50. Main dishes start from £3.50 and there are a number of options for smaller plates (if you don't have a huge appetite). It's also BYOB - so feel free to take down a bottle of wine or some good beers to accompany your Italian feast! It really is a lovely little restaurant. It feels like you're stepping into Gio's living room as the space is warm, welcoming and you are surrounded by knickknacks and trinkets (I particularly liked the collection of teapots). We were welcomed as soon as we stepped in the door and were served by Gio's daughter, Gabriella, who is the front of house while the man himself cooks all of the food. As I am one for a big dinner (I know, shock right?), we opted for the 3 course and cracked open our wine. The first course was a selection of Antipasto including cured meats, the most amazing focaccia I have ever eaten and a piece of frittata. We were also bought over olive oil, balsamic vinegar and an infused chilli oil to drizzle over our food. It was all 100% spot on. No complaints whatsoever! It's also worth nothing that there are quite a few vegetarian options on the menu - so have at it veggies! Between courses, Gio came over and we had a lovely chat about the area, his time in Italy (he has Italian roots and is keen to create genuinely authentic food) and the aims of the restaurant and the classes. He bakes and makes everything fresh, so no store bought boring pasta here - it's all freshly made. Our main course was a selection of 4 pastas. We had a veggie lasagne, a meat lasagne, a dish with thick "noodle" style pasta and veg and gnocchi. I'm not normally a fan of gnocchi, but this was lighter than I was expecting (as was the lasagne which is made with crepes rather than pasta sheets). Again, this was all amazing - but I was STUFFED afterwards! We had to have a break after this as we had dessert coming! The dessert ended up being fantastic too - like a creme caramel made with egg custard. I just about managed to finish everything, but I was struggling to keep my eyes open after the meal with the delicious mix of the warm surroundings, good food and homely atmosphere. I loved our visit to Gio's. Racking up a bill of just £27.50, there is really NOTHING to complain about. We were even given a bag of focaccia to take away, so we could warm it up and enjoy it at home! I can't think of a more pleasant way to spend a Monday evening than enjoying some great food with great company and a great place. Gio.... My only issue is that you are too far away to pop in often, but believe you me - we'll be back!

Absolutely fabulous food . Staff are helpful and there's a really feel of being in Italy …read more Surroundings are cute and miss matched its a lovely cheap quality place to eat

It's simple. If you want a 1970's experience, you are in the right place…read more You walk in and you see what you are going to get, a dated restaurant, serving dated food. DO NOT let this bother you. - recently, my wife and I ate an OK Greek meal, but it was in a such a beautiful premises, that anything but an amazing food experience would have been a let down. The food didn't match the quality of the restaurant. I just think that in this restaurant, when you walk in, it was so 1970's, that anything half decent was going to impress. It wasn't the best food. King prawns were over cooked, the bread was undercooked, the calamari was perfectly cooked, but the coating/batter was under. My 8oz fillet was perfectly cooked, but the pate on top was really cheap, coarse, tasteless, horrible pate. The sauce with the steak was stupidly thick, (but seriously tasty). Such a shame. That said, it was great. I love the fact that after all those comments, I loved it. I also can't wait to take friends there to see what they think. I think you should visit. It's a great evening.

This small, independent restaurant offers an impressive range of Italian dishes and an appealing,…read moreluxurious atmosphere, but prices are a little high and staff are not quite as friendly as you might expect. Tiled, mirrored walls and arching pillars add a sense of authenticity to the interior and leather seats make the whole set-up feel plush and expensive. Which is very apt indeed, as most dishes cost in excess of £15 each. On my visit, I sampled the 'pollo alla duchessa' - chicken, prawn and asparagus in a brandy and cream sauce, which was gorgeous, and I'd definitely visit again. But only if somebody else was paying!

Didn't know the restaurant existed until I was referred by a friend. Having seen the demise of the…read morelocal Italian restaurants, I was utterly amazed by the lovely meal. The service was fantastic and the food was truly awesome; freshly cooked and very tasty. Would recommend this place to everyone and will certainly be a regular here.

Ok, f me this place is amazing. Just the service and pizza alone is world class, wine, pasta! Wow…read moreno brainer must visit and enjoy!

Cute family run business right in the heart of Birmingham....visited with a couple of Friends on…read morethe weekend and really enjoyed the welcome and the food. I went for the bruschetta to start which was served with roasted vegetables which was both fresh and a great start to the meal.....I then had the lasagna for my main. I couldn't go for an italian and not try the lasagne its just an absolute staple. This one was light and delicious with loads of cheese......a bit of a naughty but nice vibe.....you could literally taste the calories! My mates went for carbonara type dishes and everything again looked fresh well presented. I also need to mention they have a dough station/chef making fresh pizza bases at the back on the shop.....I bet the pizzas are amazing....will be back. The meal with wine came to around £60 for the three off us which i thought was really reasonable! Dont be put off by the no frills look of the front of this place its got a great vibe and some seriously good food!

I've been here many times. The food, drinks and staff are amazing. The specials menu is something…read morespecial and if you have any dietary issues the staff are very willing to help. Every time I go I struggle to pick a dish as every one sounds (and is) so tasty! The views from the balcony are great of the lake and there's more than adequate parking. You'll definitely need to get a taxi back as the wine menu is something to enjoy. While it may seem expensive to some of us it is totally worth it and is perfect for a romantic meal or special occasion, or any occasion at that! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Excellent traditional Italian Restaurant with very nice outdoor water features and reception area…read morefor pre-drinks. Nice corners to hide away. Fantastic food and drink menus. This in not a pizza restaurant or suitable for very young children. Although they have a small selection of pizzas. Superb fresh sea food selection. Ideal for that special occasion. Budget at least £120 for two. (G&T, wine, starters, main, dessert, coffee. We will be going again!

Food was amazing must say. Went with a party of 11 service was decent food came out fast and warm…read more Environment was clean well lit and welcoming. But waiters did seem a bit sad the whole time still overall a pretty good experience

This is the best Italian restaurant I've been in and so close to home!The greeting by the manager…read moreis just right and he remembers your face if not your name. The food is exquisite and I cannot praise the chef highly enough. I had a calzone pizz last night and the garlic & tomato sauce looked as if there was not enough but the taste was perfection and the amount exactly right. If you live anywhere near then do yourself a big favour and go along and sample some beautiful Italian food.

A beautiful venue in rugeley, great service andts facilities. Usual Costa prices so no shock…read morethere, limited outdoor seating area, good size indoors with very comfortable seats in the window!