This restaurant is absolutely amazing. The appetizers and the main course the drinks and the dessert absolutely a 10. Our serve Lawrence super attentive and the crew working with him amazing. The ambience gives that really homey feeling. It's like the neighborhood staple. Cheers to the chef and staff. Absolutely delicious. Appetizers 10 Service 8 Main course10 The octopus was absolutely cooked to perfection read more

Radici - I had the green Lasagna Verde. This had grandma's recipe in each layer absolutely delicious - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

4/5 Octopus $19.50- really good, slightly spicy aftertaste, chewy but not extremely so, was difficult to slice tho, loved the sweet grape tomatoes, radish is crunchy but wish it had more flavor/seasoning but since it's raw I guess it makes sense 3/5 crab croquettes $16- the tartar sauce is prolly the best I've ever had l, crab cakes itself were decent, the beets on top added a nice crunch & the lemon a bit more flavor 4/5 rigatoni con salsa allá vodka $22- really good, creamy, sauce, pasta perfectly cooked read more

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The owner came over and introduced himself, informing my dining partner and I about the night's specials and the best wine to pair with them. His brother, the chef, brought out the entrees. We ordered the Fried Calamari and Shrimp appetizer; the Lasagna Verde and the Halibut with Francese Sauce entrees; and the Tiramisu dessert. The appetizer was a bit salty, and the entrees were lacking for me a little bit, but the dessert was quite tasty. All entree portions were large enough for two people; the dessert, one person. The homemade bread that came to the table was good, especially when I dipped it in extra virgin olive oil, grated cheese and red pepper. Big shout out to the owners who gave us free shots of their homemade Limoncello. Definitely check this place out if you want fresh Italian food in a chic atmosphere that has a small bar scene. read more

Radici - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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This is a combo review from 2 separate dining experiences. Very popular Italian restaurant that makes their own pasta fresh. The interior feels very warm and quaint. I enjoyed most of the food except for the carbonara which was tasteless and a little too watery and the lasagna (not pictured) which came out partially burnt on top and not edible. However the sauce for the lasagna was amazing-meaty and very hearty. Really loved the steak and the branzino. The seafood pasta dish would be my go to if we eve go again for pasta. Desserts were only ok. Not the best tiramisu or panna cotta. Service was very friendly. They get pretty busy so definitely make reservations. read more

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6.10.26 We started off with the fried calamari combo which was lightly battered, and maybe not that crispy. Then for the mains, we had the verde lasagna and the halibut special with zucchini risotto. The lasagna was served lukewarm. Everything was average, including the drinks and tiramisu. Not bad, but also not great. The sauces could be more plentiful and flavorful. The owner is so friendly and accommodating. The other staff not so much. read more

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A group of 5 of us visited Radici on a Friday night around 7:00pm. There are plenty of metered parking around and it is free after 7:00pm. Inside, the restaurants atmosphere is warm and welcoming. The menu serves authentic Italian flavors, pasta, calzone, pizza, and other typical Italian dishes like chicken parm. We got a complimentary basket of house focaccia. The focaccia was warm and very tasty. I ordered the Radici Spritz which was pretty much Aperol Spritz and it was good. We ordered the Fritto Misto di Mare to share. I think the calamari rings and tentacles could have been more golden and crispy. I ordered the Tagliatelle alla Bolognese. The tagliatelle was fresh and the bolognese had a lot of meat. My friends ordered a Pizza alla nutella to share for dessert. It was calzone shaped and filled with nutella with strawberries on top. I don't care for nutella so I didn't give this a try. Unfortunately, it was quite loud and hard to hear during our visit cuz of all the groups of people having conversations. Service was really great and friendly. He kept on checking if we needed anything. Overall, I do not think I will be coming back to Radici since the food was just okay and there are a lot better Italian restaurants elsewhere. It was a nice experience though. read more

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Cuisine: 7 Service: 7 Decor: 7 Value: 8 Overall: 7 I was quite sad to see La Vigna close its doors after so many years being part of the Metropolitan Avenue restaurant row. Thankfully, what replaced it is a very solid Italian restaurant as well. Keeping a part of the old decor, I appreciate that they kept the exposed brick wall on one side of the restaurant. The lighting is quite dim and the space feels very warm, with a nice little bar in the back of the room. As for the quality of the food I had so far, here is a rundown. Margherita Roman Pizza (7/10) - I am a fan of simplicity, so I am a fan of this pie. Capricciosa Roman Pizza (7/10) - The vegetable ingredients tasted fresh, while the prosciutto cotto adds a nice touch of saltiness. Fritto Misto Di Mare (8/10) - This appetizer had a nice portion for sharing. The shrimps were tender, the squid was flavorful, and the zucchini were tasty too. Polpette (7.5/10) - Moist and tender meatballs. I just wish they had given more sauce. Polpo (6/10) - Can octopus be too tender? This version was almost mushy, which was not the best texture for most of us. Rigatoni Con Salsa Alla Vodka (6.5/10) - Better than average, but quite expensive for what it is. Pasta Ai Frutti De Mare (4/10) - Very wet and lack any real seafood flavor. Basically a tomato soup with spaghetti in it, covered by some seafood. Branzino Con Risotto Alla Crema De Zucchine (7/10) - Decently cooked fillets of fish that would be better if the skin was more crispy and the flesh a bit more moist. The risotto was not bad. Pollo Alla Parmigiana (7/10) - I wish the crust was crispier, but the chicken was quite tender. Sauce and cheese were fine. Grilled Red Snapper (8/10) - One of the specials of the night. The portion size was substantial. The fish was moist and well prepared. Osso Buco (8.5/10) - The other special of the night and definitely the best thing we had. Extremely tender and very flavorful. The mushroom risotto was a nice pairing as well. Tiramisu (7/10) - A typical version in a cup. I wish there was a bit more liquor. Pistachio Cake (8/10) - A close second favorite item of the meal. A light feeling cake with a nice strong pistachio flavor. Service was good, and the waiter was friendly. A solid meal all around. Not a place I will think of when I am asked for the best Italian food in the area, but I would come back on nights when they have their osso buco and pistachio cake. read more

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This place was so tasty! Even the bread was nice and light and crisp with great seasoning (I had two baskets) Service was attentive and not pushy, lighting inside is dim and intimate with multiple small tables for date nights. I had the pasta with vodka sauce and it was insanely good. The pasta itself is made fresh in the back and you can even see them portioning them out in the kitchen. I got it with some shrimp and the shrimp was very tender. Definitely coming back to try some other pasta! We also had the octopus appetizer which had a little spice to it and was cooked very well. read more

Radici - Pasta with vodka sauce - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

First time coming back to this location with new ownership and was pleasantly surprised. Service was welcoming and timely. Food was on point. I had the chicken francese and my friend had the ink pasta. We were both very satisfied with the portions and flavor. Will definitely be coming back. read more

Color me impressed, this is one of the best Italian restaurants in Queens. Run by brothers from Salerno Italy, this is a quality spot. Arriving on a Saturday evening without a reservation, we were able to grab a table, but the crowds picked up after that. The vibe is casual, but elegant, lively but cozy. There is a nice selection of wines by the glass and they were good quality. We started off with the meatballs, which were served in a light red sauce and were delicious. The pizza is Roman Style; the Mushroom, Truffle pie with brie and prosciutto, was outstanding. Their crust is amazing, it's light and tender and full of flavor. We also wanted to try a pasta and while I normally stay away from specials, the Garganelli with Veal Ragu topped with Ricotta Salata sounded so good, I had to go for it. The dish was exceptional and comforting. Pasta here is expertly homemade and just perfection. The Veal ragu was sublime. We couldn't pass up the homemade dessert, so got a tiramisu. Normally you wouldn't describe a tiramisu as light, but that's exactly what it was and it was amazing. Of course the espresso was also wonderful. What a fantastic addition to Queens and I can't wait to try more of the menu. read more

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It's a great culinary experience, Arthur just add baked clams and maybe grilled octopus to menu ! read more

Radici - Sitting and enjoying radici, it's a amazing spot , great food good service, gem in forest hills , - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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Radici's is a gem of an Italian restaurant on Metropolitan Avenue in Forest Hills Queens. The authentic Italian food we had was delicious and the type that we sorely miss living in North Carolina. We stopped in Friday after arriving for the weekend to attend a wedding. When in Queens you gotta find those old school family places to eat at, just my opinion. After doing some research I came across this place which opened fairly recently. I was able to park in the C-Town supermarket lot and according to the waiter, that was fine as long as you're parked closer to the restaurant. If you can't park in the lot there is street parking but just be mindful that it's metered but I think after 7pm you're fine to park without paying. The restaurant inside is very nice but loud so I wouldn't call this a quiet and intimate spot. For me that just added to the ambiance of being back home in NYC where the local Italian restaurants are usually loud, busy and boisterous. Now the food. It was hands down delicious. Everything was fresh and tasty. Nothing was over seasoned and it wasn't heavy. We shared a Radicchio salad, Arancini and Octopus (which was a big portion). All were so good. My wife had the Eggplant Parmigiana and I had the Chicken Francese with the Broccoli Rabe. Both were great. The desert we had was Pistachio Chessecake and it was phenomenal. It wasn't heavy or over sweet. We also had some complementary homemade Limoncello. Again, it was just right and not overly sweet like you get in the store. We had a five star dining experience here and enjoyed our night out very much. Much thanks to the staff! read more

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Fast and friendly service. My friend got the vodka sauce and I got the orechiette. She loved hers and I thought mine was just okay. She also had the burrata and said it was great! Very clean. read more

Incredible!! The pizzas are creative, they are breaking new ground in the industry with their combinations of toppings for a unique and delicious dining experience. The entrees are equally innovative giving that special twist to items commonly found in less innovational eateries. The decor is relaxing, inviting and is reminiscent of a country trattoria on the Amalfi coast. The staff are knowledgeable, accommodating and on point in making the date night experience special. After explaining what it was, they made one of the best vodka gimlets I've ever had! read more

An absolute gem in forest hills. The owner, chef, and staff are all so friendly and helpful. Great atmosphere and they just have a welcoming spirit. The hospitality is great and even better the food here is spectacular. All is tasty and great portions and very authentic. Love the pizza. Go for the spicey soppresata. The pizza is soft and crispy just the way a brick oven should make pizza. Love the octopus appetizer, smokey and tender. You can't go wrong with any of their pasta as a lot of the pasta is made in house. Love the ravioli, and the broccoli rabe and sausage pasta. The meatballs here are divine. Would definitely come back. Great place for a group or just with family and friends. A must go spot in forest hills. read more

My husband and I visited Radici for dinner on a Friday night and we loved everything about our experience. It's a very warm and welcoming environment and more modern and stylish than a lot of the restaurants in Forest Hills. We started with a delicious and refreshing fennel salad and we each had a pasta dish that was on par with pasta in Italy. I had a special with swordfish and my husband had a ragu. They were both perfectly cooked al dente. I also had an excellent negroni. We didn't try the pizza but the bread they bring to start was delicious and reminded me of pizza crust. We had a lemon tarte and an affogato for dessert and they were both fabulous Arturo, Laert and the rest of the staff were really friendly, even when my order wasn't exactly right because I wasn't completely clear about what I wanted. I called right before we went and it looked like we got the last table, so I recommend making a reservation on weekends. read more

Radici - Affogato - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Fantastic food. Highly recommend going here for dinner. The ambience was great too. The service was very attentive

About two months ago my wife and I had dinner with friends, who are like family, and it was about a dozen of us, including a 2 year old and two boys who are about 6 or 7. We got a last minute Saturday reservation for an early dinner. Radici could be a place for a romantic dinner later in the evening or a family group like ours. The food was top notch, the service was professional and friendly, and I would recommend it to anyone in the area. My wife and I have to go back there again. read more

We have been wanting to try this place for a while, and I'm glad we did. The food is a solid 4 stars. Our main issue this night was service and the kitchen timing. We dined on a weeknight that was not busy the opal spritz and the Negroni we ordered were great. Our salad came out fairly quickly, but we were kept waiting for the next course. It seemed there was a mixup on our order, but the calamari and shrimp appetizer did not disappoint. I had the tortellini for my main course. It came in a broth that was a bit unexpected. The restaurant gave us a free dessert for the mixup in the kitchen, which was nice. There were just long spans between our courses and even getting our check. Pacing was just off. The decor is nice, and we will give Radici another try. read more

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Short menu, but very well done food. Authentic. The service was very good. Would comeback and recommend. Casual ambiance good vibe read more

Radici - Vodka sauce - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Today I stepped in to a wonderful place. We met Fabian and if you decide to come in for a bite to eat my hope is that you run into his persona. His suggestion of the monk fish was an excellent choice and the Branzino was well spiced and the octopus was well grilled and went well with the spices in the humus. Going around 2pm would be a good idea. This will allow you to get the full experience and time needed to really enjoy the food and the attention to make it a wonderful experience. Unfortunately I enjoyed the food so much I forgot to share photos. The photo attached is all that is left of this awesome experience. read more

Radici - I ate the food so fast I forgot to post and this is all that is left!! - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

I've been eyeing Radici ever since it popped up in the neighborhood a couple of months ago. My fiancé and I decided to go on a Saturday evening around 6 PM, and it was pretty busy! Definitely make a reservation if you're planning to go on a weekend evening. We did a walk in and luckily there was one table available so we were seated immediately. From the moment we walked in, the vibe was awesome. Nicely dim lights, perfect for a date night or family/friends get together. The staff is SO kind. It's one of those places where you just feel welcomed right away. We had two servers, and both were lovely, but shoutout to Adrita (I believe is her name) who was absolutely amazing. She had such a warm, friendly energy that made the experience even better. Now, let's talk about the food because OMG. We started with the meatballs, which were perfection, and then shared the rigatoni carbonara and the Diavola pizza. I'm not even exaggerating when I say everything was ridiculously delicious. My fiancé literally said it was one of the best pizzas he's had in a while, and honestly, I agree. The pasta was out of this world. So flavorful, perfectly cooked, and dare I say... better than some of the Italian spots we've tried in the city. For drinks, we went with a Negroni and a Hugo, both of which were spot-on. I already can't wait to go back. Radici is officially on my list of go-to dinner spots, and if you're in the area, do yourself a favor and check it out. You won't be disappointed! read more

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Good food good service friendly staff. It was my daughter's bday and we decided to try this spot. Food was good and fresh my bolognese was very tasty and the meat was well seasoned and the girls and enjoyed their food. read more

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Came here for dinner on a Sunday evening and the restaurant is quite quaint and cozy. We ordered a selection of appetizers such as the bruschetta, burrata, meatballs, and cheese plate. There appetizers were all pretty good but how hard is it to mess up cheese and bread? Apps were simple and delicious. The entrees are where this restaurant was lacking. The tortellini was too al dente and barely had flavor. The branzino risotto was well cooked but again, lacking in flavor. The pizza crust just wasn't great, for an Italian restaurant, it's hard not to do pizza well but this pizza was just mediocre. Would love to highlight the drinks, however. They were all delicious, not too sweet, and were not watered down. Definitely would return for drinks and apps. read more

Radici - Branzino con Risotto - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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I rarely write reviews anymore except when I want to support new businesses that I think really deserve it, and this time it's Radici. My fiancé and I enjoyed a showing at cinemart and ended the night with a fantastic dinner but I was mad I filled up on popcorn beforehand. We started with some spritzes which were very very refreshing alongside their meat and cheese plate. Very filling with a great portion. We also shared the rigatoni alla vodka and burrata Pomodoro for dinner which were both very very delicious. To end our dinner we both enjoyed an espresso with a biscotti which was a nice touch as well as share a Panna cotta. I always say when an Italian restaurant decides to have a Panna cotta on their menu, they're doing it right. The service was excellent and they were very attentive. I also liked the interior and ambiance of the entire place. Nice decor and nice vibes overall. I definitely recommend you try! read more

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So this seems like a territorial battle that was being waged in the back of my head for years. Eventually, it had to be waged at the table at some point in the near of time. (I know I haven't written in a while, sorry to let down Yelp family). So overly exposed and indoctrinated into NYC flat pies, eight triangles bend it in half after an air assault of garlic powder, chili flakes, oregano, grated Parmesan - if they have it (PRO TIP: check the soda refrigerator, its bottom left if its there at all. Do not arouse attention from the hoypaloy, its our little secret, our inner shake the jar topping track). I'm thrilled for a new pizza option, new to us but a tradition to them. Now the stage is set, who'll be the first to blink? For tbattle has begun and my belly is ready to deep dive into what's going into the ovens here at Radici. Its like two different continents and as a one half Italian American. Side note. Home of Vespa - I got one for sale (1986 Vespa Piaggio)(Made in my ancestors Genoa) so we don't just build ships folks. Sometimes I get a little removed from my Italian heritage and then something draws me back in with a noticeable thrust. Here is the thrust as it were. There's an admitted partner in crime that insists on taking his lunch at Radici three times a week, he's got it like that and the midday Merlot might make the occasional appearance. But how better to pay honor to classic Italian food and the pizzas that I adore than a DOC or DOCG of a beautiful ITALIAN red table wine. If I see you detaining Pepsi, we're not talking it texting for one full year. Four pies in on eating though the menu start till finish, till completion we have about six to go last I can recall. The Angel and Devil first to report on and it was fun in a devilish tongue tasting way. Please see the menu for specific ingredients). It's a sweet sunflower honey and spicy soprasatta getting it on in the main event, center of the ring. The secundi (small notable Italian language noun drop) was the second shift owners favorite, his name is Manuel and he's a classy Italian gentlemanly entrepreneur. It's got potatoes and ham and the crust seemed fluffiest like a cumulous cloud to give the necessary weight displacements. Thirs was the quattro firmaggio, y'all know the translation here. Gotta let it sit a few minutes, because if you just tear into it (notice picture with end torn slice as I'm yelling "DON'T TOUCH IT" He did and tore off cheese like removing your pool cover in spring. I swear I wanted to strangle him in that moment. But the aroma get me hypnotized as I could see the cheeses come together like the Salmon of Capistrano. Dude Note, Again: Wouldn't it be cool if YELP did a Classifieds section for us entrenched and dedicated reviewers. I am certainly not advocating a meet up, dudes and chicks -that's just silly but it would be cool to integrate a secularly a bit more in times of WTF is going on in America and the World and o pool our communities both foreign and domestic into a cornacopia of peace and love and tsmall scale transactions. There is no Italian versus American, NYC Style checkout and check down , neither is on a level playing field of equal parts so each is to be received differently. However, as I write this quick review I can feel the pull of why I brought about this back and forth of the two categories,, classifications, family genus, species and that is because. -- pregnant pause -- the price is about twenty dollars for an eight rectangular slice with toppings of the utmost class of quality, four bucks more and your rocking the house with he primo toppings. I know I am sometimes a bit neurotic - I hear that all the time, but I find the price jumaring checkers, chess calculations of different meats and wonky vegetable toppings disturbing. Wouldn't it be nice to get the best ingredient's (IE: Italian) in whatever your combination and you can make a special order - do not quote me on that but I am of the upmost confidence that it'll happen. read more

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A wonderful luncheon experience from the service, staff, ambience and of course the food. We will definitely be back. read more

Radici - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

Ambiance and cleanliness of the Resturant was good. They had excellent customer service. However the food just wasn't it. It lacked seasoning and everything was heavily salted! read more

Radici - Interior - Italian Near Me - Forest Hills, New York

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Our first time, we tried the meatballs, because my husband it's crazy about meatballs. The meatballs were delicious. We also ordered chicken franchise, and the steak everything was fresh and delicious. Cozy restaurant and great service. We definitely have to go back. read more

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A group of my friends decided to dine here for a little get together lunch. It's next to a large grocery store parking lot and I missed it at first. I still dream about the beet salad and the cavatelli pasta. Everything we tried was good, from the pizza to all the pastas and salads we tried. Great place in Queens for a variety of pasta and Italian cuisine. The service was great, the food was great, the wine was great, the company was great. No complaints here. read more

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This place is a gem. The food is delicious and the service is phenomenal. The bartender deserves a special shoutout for a great Old Fashion.

Food was great. Service over the top. Friendly atmosphere All in all my wife and I loved it

I'd rate Radici three and a half stars. Neighborly Italian restaurant. Casual yet nice atmosphere. Full bar with a handful of wines and beers too. I had a glass of Pinot. Generous pours priced between $12 and $14. They provided some complimentary bread which was shocking in this post inflationary era. Even more surprising was that it was great and fresh. Probably a similar dough to the pizza and the calzone. Would be interested to return to try those two based on the quality of the bread. For dinner, we shared the eggplant parmigiana and the verde tortellini. Both were on the savory side. Tortellini was served in a buttery sage sauce which I ordered extra bread to soak up. For dessert, we shared a slice of pistachio cake. Service was quick and friendly. There were two single occupancy restrooms; the one I used was tight. read more

Love this little place. Food, staff, and just everything was fabulous. We just keep going back. And the specials are amazing.

Great local Italian restaurant. My husband and I enjoyed the grilled octopus, beet salad and freshly made pizza. You can't go wrong ordering any of their homemade pasta dishes. Attentive and friendly service in cozy dining area. read more

So...4 stars because it's a new local place and we love that. They had our table ready with our reservation. Always good. Really friendly servers. Even told us to move our car from the lot next door when they saw us park there. Very nice. Prices are all reasonable and the food is good. Not great. Not writing home about it. But good. Caesar salad was typically average. Rigatoni vodka was good. And angel and devil pizza also good. Just nothing exceptional. They did have specials that we did not try but they might be worth it. The lamb chops that went by looked very good. They have mezcal which hubby likes. Another plus. And some homemade desserts which we also did not try. Would come back for the friendly service and try other menu items. read more

Beautiful ambience, classy service, and delicious food. If you want a small low key restaurant this is a good spot. Try the chicken Parmesan, the homemade pasta and the brick oven pizza delicious. read more

(3.5) The pasta was really amazing and I would go back just for the special. The pizza also looked like a delicious bite. You can pass on the cheese and meat plate. read more

Amazing authentic Italian food with a cozy atmosphere. The homemade pasta and the foods are incredible. Great spot for a relaxed dinner with excellent servis. read more

This place was absolutely amazing! Honestly one of the best new places in Forest Hills. I actually made a reservation for 7 people, but then I cancelled because I just wasn't sure if it was going to be 7 people by that time. They called me back, but I was having service issues so I wasn't able to call them back. When I saw that, i thought WOW they really cared that I cancelled the reservation and I felt so bad that I cancelled =( Anywho fast forward and I was hungry. I had some family that was visiting so I suggested that we go. I only had 3 other members with me and I wanted to take them somewhere nice, so I was hoping when we went that we would just walk in. When we walked in, the space was small but quaint and cozy. I asked for a table for 4, but I also explained that I made a reservation earlier and cancelled. I met the owner Arthur, who knew who I was and I was REALLY SURPRISED. He ended up giving us some champagne on the house and did a cheers with us. He was so polite and introduced himself and shook our hands which is unlike a lot of service that I get. He arranged for us to get a table and THAT WAS SO APPRECIATED seeing as we were walk ins. We were seated and immediately taken care of. We ordered our food and the waitress Nina explained all the specials to us. They constantly filled our water glasses and just made sure we were ok. Now the food was absolutely amazing! i ordered the octopus with hummus and grilled vegetables for an appetizer and IT WAS EVERYTHING! So delicious and i had the chicken francese for my main course and ofc that was delicious! Next time I will see if I can have with some linguini or fettucine but the overall dish was delicious! My brother and his wife had something similar and nothing ws left on the plate. While we were seated, Arthur really made it a point to make sure we were ok. My sister wanted something sweet and they made her something she would like. Arthur came over and explained that they were a new restaurant, so he really cared that I cancelled but overall appreciated that I still came. He even let us try a limoncello he made himself which was a nice touch! The service me and my family received was top notch in my opinion. It had a personable touch and everyone seemed like they wanted to be on their P's and Q's with service. I will definitely be visiting again very soon! read more

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