Salice is a great Italian spot in BHM. The interior has a bistro vibe and was bright and welcoming. The service was great, especially our waiter Cooper! We started with the fried mozzarella and meatballs with polenta. They were good! For mains, we went with the Campanelle and Rigatoni. The Campanelle was basically a creamy cacio e Pepe - VERY rich and heavy but so so good. The Rigatoni was nice, light, and delicious. Really enjoyed our meal at Salice and will be back! read more

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TLDR: Come at happy hour and get the fries and half off wine and maybe split a pizza The fries are amazing and definitely worth the hype. However I think overall the dishes were too salty and too oily for my liking. The pasta was too salty and I could only have a couple of bites. The chef inspired pizza left me torn because the flavor was so delicious with a roasted eggplant base and vegetables but the oiliness of the pizza was difficult to ignore. The service was great with very cute interior. Next time I would come just for the fries and drinks. read more

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Finally got to try LUCA after hearing recommendations for a while, and the food absolutely lived up to the hype. Every single thing we had tasted fresh, thoughtfully made, and packed with flavor. You can really tell they care about quality here, especially with the homemade pasta. The noodles had that perfect fresh texture that's hard to find, and the sauces were rich without being heavy. The focaccia came out warm with a beautifully crisp exterior and soft center, the whipped ricotta sweet potato dish was unexpectedly incredible, and the appetizers were just as strong as the entrées. Even the salad felt elevated with fresh parmesan piled high over crisp greens. Dessert was simple and refreshing and ended the meal perfectly. The only reason this is a 4/5 instead of a perfect score is the service. Unfortunately, our sangria was forgotten not once, not twice, but three separate times and didn't arrive until long after everyone else had their drinks. We were also dining on a lunch break with a party of four, and two of us ordered the three-course lunch menu. While our friends received their appetizers, ours never came. After waiting about 20 minutes, we finally flagged down our server, who admitted the order had never been put in. What should have been a smooth paced lunch turned into an hour and a half meal that made everyone late getting back to work. To make up for it, all three courses were brought out at once with no pacing between them, so we had to rush through the experience and box most of it to go. That said, the kitchen deserves serious praise because the food itself was genuinely excellent from start to finish. If the front-of-house experience matched the quality coming out of the kitchen, this would easily be a 5-star spot. read more

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The vibe, food, and drinks are all great! The cocktails were the most stand out part of the dinner, my fiancé had an old fashioned that was wonderful, and my orange blossom had incredible flavor depth. Food was great too! read more

Salice - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

Salice (formerly known as Luca) is delicious! I've been here quite a few times and have always had a great experience. I love sitting out on the patio on a nice day! The fries & dipping sauce are one of my favs along with the Hugo Spritz! I've also had the Campanelle pasta and 4 cheese pizza and both were delish! I have yet to try their happy hour, but planing to make a trip soon with 1/2 off wine, beer, and pizza! read more

Salice - Delicious Luca Fries & dipping sauce! - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

What a Catch - Perfect Date Night Spot Birmingham, AL, what a catch. This place gives off full "mamma mia, let's go to Italy" vibes. From the moment you walk in, everything just feels right. It's an awesome date night spot. Beautiful outdoor scenery, with cute little bar areas that make it feel lively but still intimate. Inside, the atmosphere is just as good we really enjoyed ourselves. We ordered a chef's board along with two pasta dishes, and everything was incredible. Honestly felt more like art than just food. Our server was great too: funny, kind, and made the whole experience even better. This is one of those places where you know you're going to spend a little money, but you also know it's going to impress. Overall: Easy 5/5 perfect date spot. read more

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This restaurant is in a great location and very cute looking. The food is good, but not great. Service was good, but not great. Went during happy hour and got half price round pizza and wine. I had the chef special and a margarita pizza. Pizza does take a while to cook but it's made known on the menu. Got a salad to split with a friend and it was a good size for the price. Good place to go for friends or date night. read more

Salice - Chef special - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

Impressed with this to-go order! The food was still hot when I got home, and the flavors were fantastic across the board. The chicken was cooked well, but pairing it with a complimentary side would take it from good to outstanding. read more

Salice - Campanelle - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

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Yes, it's a little expensive, but so worth it. The pizza has the fantastic punch from Parmesan and the creaminess of fresh mozzarella. The bread has a light and airy bite with so much flavor from the rosemary and large salt crystals. I could live on this bread. read more

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This was one of the best lunches I've had ever. The service was effortless and perfect. The fresh pasta was delicious and the banana pudding gelato was worth falling off the diabetic wagon. My goodness this place is wonderful. read more

Food first, thoughts after... Immediately upon entering the parking lot, I noticed every single spot was taken. What a popular place! Now that I have tried it, I understand why. The food was delicious. With every bite my friends and I were amazed. We went from barely talking post work zombies to boasting food gurus. The spaghetti is not your traditional tomato sauce and that made me love it more. I got a glass of moscato and 2 orders of spaghetti (1 togo for my husband of course) ending with a total of upper $80 before tip. Overall a great experience and will definitely be coming back! read more

We loved going to Luca and I'm very glad nothing has changed with the name change! Service and atmosphere are just as good! Perfect patio for drinks and apps. Dinner is always good there too and I love their drinks! Will be back for sure. read more

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My husband and I stopped in for dinner on a Monday night. It wasn't busy, service was prompt and friendly. The ambiance is nice; literally the only bad thing I can say about the place is that it's a little dark for (ahem) eyes of a certain age. I can't resist an herbal gin cocktail, and the Violas in Verona didn't disappoint. We had the roasted beets and the burrata for apps. Both were phenomenal, but the focaccia served with the burrata was the star. Perfect texture and flavor, and it was nice and warm. We shared the margherita pizza and the campanelle, both of which were great. You can't go wrong with the classics. The campanelle was handmade and well-sauced. We didn't have room for dessert, but looking forward to a return trip! read more

I had agnolotti for lunch without the crispy pancetta. Given how pricey it was, the portion was small for sharing and a bit salty. I also was a bit let down because the sauce and filling were thin and not creamy at all. It kind of seemed like they cut corners to make the food go further. The place was pretty empty when I was there. But, the appetizer was good. I had a beet salad. The host wasn't very friendly, but the waiter was okay. read more

This place is genuinely a 10/10 me and my husband have been looking for a good Italian place in Vestavia and have been overly dissatisfied until we tried Salice. the environment is great, bathrooms are clean and stocked, the service was amazing, server checked in on us and provided us with great service even when it was busy not to mention the food was above and beyond. We reccomend the fries with rosemary, best fries ever, also the pasta is to die for. Pizza is yummy aswell read more

Wonderful dinner. Under new management, now known as Salice. Same menu, same crew, same chef. Highly recommended!

A good Italian restaurant is always a welcome addition to Birmingham. I ventured into Luca Lagotto after work for a drink and a quick bite to let traffic die down. I was greeted at the door by a friendly face. I sat at the bar since it was my "happy hour" and didn't have reservations. I opted for a Hugo Spritz and added St. Germaine. It was so good, light, and refreshing. It paired perfectly with my dinner. I asked the bartender for their recommendation between the Tortellini or Clam Pizza. He recommended the Clam Pizza Hear me out, you wouldn't think clams on pizza would be good, but it was the perfect combination of flavors! Unfortunately, I went back and they have taken it off the menu. I got the four cheese pizza on my next visit and it was good, too. Fresh cheeses and a perfect crispy crust. I can't wait to try the rest of the menu! read more

Luca was amazing, not only did I love the food but the atmosphere as well. I went to grab a cocktail with my friend and we fell in love with their signature "Luca Fries". The crisp, the cheese and the sauce all to die for!! I also ordered the Collard Green Caesar salad and even though this was a first I loved the extra "umph" the collard greens gave the salad. It added more flavor for sure! I also ordered the Campanelle which reminded me of a Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. It gave that concept but the flavoring was slightly different. You could easily tell it had fresh ingredients. Last but certainly not least the staff was very accommodating and checked in on us very often! I will definitely consider this one of my new a regular spots. I am eager to try wine and Pizza on my next visit! read more

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Here's my quick breakdown: Ambiance 5/5, Service 5/5, Food 4.5/5, and Drinks 5/5 We started out with a sangria and an old fashioned, both of which were delicious! For appetizers, we got the arancini and the fried mozzarella. The arancini are a MUST have, but the fried mozzarella were nothing special. My partner got the papardelle which has a unique flavor profile and is worth trying if you want something off the beaten path! It was still yummy! I got the NY strip with the golden potatoes which was phenomenal!! The space is beautiful and our service was great from the moment we stepped in the building! 100% worth checking out! read more

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Host was friendly. Server was also friendly. Meatballs were good, forgot to take a picture. Chicken pizza was just ok, chicken was too dry, crust was not as crispy as I would've liked. Steak had too much char but overall had a great flavor. Would return and try other items. read more

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The food was amazing and Jenna was outstanding. Had chicken Picatta which was delectable The staff is what made the difference though read more

Okay, this is a very, very small sample size as all we got was their bread with olive oil to go.....but, as small a sample as it may have been, it was really really good! So now we will for sure be back to give the rest of their food a try. Will update the review then! read more

Salice - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

I was so shocked by how good this place was! I've heard mixed reviews so I wasn't sure. The Italian vibe, atmosphere, starters, food, cocktails, were all amazing! Now mind you- it is not as "authentic" Italian as Le Fresca downtown, but it is not as stuffy and pretentious either, which we loved. It was very casual and welcoming while still being extremely classy, beautiful, and charming. Our waitress was so kind and knowledgable with the entire menu! We had heard this place was "good" but whoever didn't think this place was great obviously ordered the wrong things!!!!! It was 10/10 for us. And we love going out to eat in Birmingham. Caesar salad was one of the best I've had in town- and I'm picky about a good Caesar. Crispy croutons were so good and freshly shaved parm covered it. Burrata was amazing. So yummy and different than other burrata we've had in town with a strawberry compote on top and high quality EVO. AND DONT EVEN GET ME STARTED ABOUT THE FOCACCIA. If this isn't freshly house-made I've completely gone mad... it is the best focaccia I've had in Birmingham. Tasted very authentic. I could eat the bread alone as the entire meal. Did not disappoint!!! Then the chefs meat + cheese board was SO much food and so good. Fresh meats and amazing cheeses, olives, apricots, little accompaniments... the list goes on. Great curated selection and a lot of food. Easily can feed 4 people grazing. I hate when a pricey cheese board is slim pickings.. this one was not. (It was also $32 which is very reasonable considering the amount of food). We shared a pasta dish and got the rigatoni - noodles were Al dente which we appreciated. Sauce wasn't anything special but the fennel sausage was super yummy. The sauce wasn't bland, it just wasn't the biggest standout and we could've gone without. We would order a different pasta next time, but it was still very decent. We will absolutely be back and our first impression was amazing -- between the atmosphere and food -- we really loved it! Hate we missed the affogato because we were so full, but I'm sure it's also great. Will definitely try next time. Worth a visit! read more

Luca does a lot of things right: bold flavors, good portion sizes, tasty cocktails, and a sophisticated ambiance. We had their meatballs, Luca fries, Caesar salad, and the campanelle pasta. Their meatballs were sweet and savory, their fries were cooked and seasoned well with a tangy sauce, and the pasta dish was on point: rich, creamy, and nicely cooked. While we only had one cocktail, a Hugo Spritz, it was excellent (granted, they're hard to mess up). However, their Caesar salad was unbalanced, with olive oil overpowering the tang and umami. Service started off slow, but once our drink orders were in, the service picked up. With this in mind, Luca does earn an imperfect score from us for this visit; nonetheless, we can certainly recommend it. read more

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I was there for lunch today, I ordered Red Snapper with tomatoes, zucchini and yellow squash and okra, the zucchini and yellow squash were cut so little that you can't hardly taste it, it was overwhelming with cherry tomatoes makes the sauce so souring a bit. The roasted okra with whipped ricotta is so sweet like a dessert. Service is good, server is sweet and the ambience is beautifu! read more

Salice - Sweet okra? - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

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The food was amazing. The risotto was creamy and rich in flavor. The steak was top tier. The service was top tier as well. Willam very knowledgeable he eas my server. The ambiance was well lite with an Italian accent. The light was soft and cozy. read more

Salice - La Blanca and meat balls - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

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It gets pretty busy between five and 6 o'clock. My group came in for happy hour, which is from 3 to 5pm. Their pizzas are half price and they are really good. Our server was Tee! She is a gem!! I definitely recommend this place. read more

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Jenna was the best I enjoyed the food, the ambience, and the service was phenomenal!!! read more

Went here for the first time with a few of our friends. Love the location. Great ambiance and service. Cocktails and food were also delicious. We shared the luca fries, roasted beets, burrata, snapper crudo, and had the bucatini and rigatoni for dinner. It was all so good. We had no complaints about anything that we ate. I enjoyed the whiskey cocktails that I had ordered as well. We'll be back again soon. read more

I really enjoyed everything about this place. It is so cute and we were easily able to sit down outside. Our server was so friendly and took great care of us. This is some of the best authentic Italian I have had in Birmingham. I really enjoyed my pasta and will definitely be back to try more. My only complaint (and this is a personal problem probably) is that you had to pay for the bread. read more

Salice - Bucatini all'Amatriciana with chicken - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

This spot has such a great ambience, service, and location. The gelato and fries were both tasty, and the kale Caesar was super fresh. The parmigiana sandwich was good, but it felt like it was missing just a little something to really make it stand out. I probably wouldn't order it again, but I would give Luca another try! read more

Good food and nice vibe. Service was great also................................................................................................................... read more

This place has an awesome setting with indoor and outdoor seating. It has small Italy vibes. It was a bit late for us eating, but we were seated right away. Menu was simple, but good. I wanted a bit more variety mostly because we had kids with us. This place would definitely be an amazing spot with friends, lunch just a girls day out. read more

4.75 for sure. Great little place. Enjoyed our courses. Service was above average if not exceptional. Drinks were also excellent. Looking forward to coming back. read more

Nestled next to Hero Doughnuts, this Italian spot is a grocery store, gelateria, and restaurant in one. We started with focaccia, burrata and fries accompanied by a refreshing aioli. We ordered a few different pasta dishes that were all the perfect tenderness with unique sauces. Our favorites were the agnolotti with a bright pesto sauce and a rich tomato rigatoni. The servers were warm friendly and helpful with recommendations. Head next door to the market to end your meal with a scoop of their gelato! Overall, cozy spot that's a fun addition to the Birmingham Italian food! read more

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The bucatini taste like Chef Boyardee from the can, I am not at all impressed with this establishment.

So impressed with this place! My mom and I came here for lunch and it was fabulous. We absolutely love the Margherita pizza here. The collard ceasar salad is my favorite one! Also, the Rigatoni was something I'd highly recommend. They put fennel sausage in it, and it really just makes the whole dish just burst with flavor! read more

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Ambience looks nice- food was awful. Ordered Rigatoni $26 with red sauce and italian sausage, 2 meatballs on polenta $16 and focaccia $5. All entrees were overloaded with the red sauce and the foccacia was the best thing on the order, however an infused olive oil would have been nice and some parmesan. I did have a very nice glass of wine. Greco di tufo. Would have ordered the amatraciani, but by the ingredients alone knew it would be a pale comparison of Le Fresca's. Will not be back. Did find it funny that they have a tinned seafood entree. When I asked about it they took me to the wall where you could choose your tinned fish- octopus, etc. The service was very good and very friendly. Too bad the food was not. read more

This is such a beautiful restaurant! It's a huge space, with a market up front and dining area in the back. I loved the random assortment of art on the walls along with the green and gold decor. I had dinner with friends on a Saturday night and the place was packed. We had a reservation though and were seated pretty quickly. Our server was lovely; she was friendly, kind, and gave great menu recommendations. We each tried a different pasta and my dish, the one with pancetta, was the table fav. As Southerners, we crave flavor and I think this dish had the most seasoning of the bunch. We also tried cocktails, I enjoyed the orange blossom one and my friend enjoyed the gin based one. I also enjoyed the espresso and cookie dessert! Great way to end the meal on a salty sweet note. Though the pasta dishes were a tad on the bland side, I'm definitely coming back to try their pizzas, more cocktails, and more apps. We had the snapper crudo and it was the star of the night for me. read more

Salice - Pasta - Italian Near Me - Homewood, Alabama

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Time and time again, I am blown away by Luca. Have now been multiple times, but tonight was the cherry on top. We went in to celebrate a friend's birthday, and the service was above and beyond. One of our appetizers came out later than everything else, and they ended up not charging us for it. Also, our dessert was brought out with a sweet candle on top, and Luca even gave my friend a hand written birthday card! Such a sweet touch. Each experience affirms the fact that this is a fabulous Birmingham Italian addition. read more

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