The salmon with oil pasta could not have been better last night and enjoying leftovers for…read morebreakfast too! The light sauce made of olive oil, garlic, pasta water and other herbs was flavorful and guilt free! Thank you!!!

I had the Lasagna and my wife had Shrimp Fettuccine. Both dishes were delicious and reasonably…read morepriced. Complimentary breadsticks were a plus. Glad to have a good restaurant back again.

Oh my goodness everything was so SO good!…read more I had this one bookmarked forever and had driven by throughout the decades and finally decided to give it a go. The parking lot is small but we snagged a good spot when it wasn't that busy. They have so much to choose from! Everything we tried was delicious! Very well sized arranchini ! We also tried their meat lasagna and brosciul and it was all delectable. So glad to have tried an Italian staple that's been there for many years, loved the old school feel. Friendly service! It's cash only!

For anyone who truly appreciates great pasta, this spot is a gem. Everything is made fresh and you…read morecan taste the difference in every bite. The ambiance has that warm, authentic Italian feel that makes you want to sit back, enjoy a glass of wine, and take your time with the meal. Service is always A1 -- welcoming, attentive, and they even greet you with a little surprise when you arrive, which is such a nice touch. The ownership clearly takes pride in what they do, and it shows in both the food and the experience. Fresh pasta made to order, fantastic flavor, and prices that are more than fair for the quality. If you're in the area and love real Italian food, this place is an absolute must-try.

We celebrated our 58th Wedding anniversary at your establishment on April 20th and it was a great…read morechoice. The wait staff was friendly and efficient, and the food very good and well presented. My wife enjoyed ravioli and I spaghetti with meatballs. I have been a pasta lover for years and this was one of the best sauces I've tasted. We'll be back!

The Chicken Parmesan is very good. Their sauce has a sweet flavor and their garlic bread is very…read moreheavy on olive oil? margarine? butter? The service was very good, and everything was served hot. The problem I have is the price for everything. Long before prices of food got crazy, this place raised their prices to the point that it was not enjoyable eating there. Italian food is by its' very nature is low priced. Noodles and marinara are just not that expensive. We just decided to stay away due to the prices.

Wow! Great laid back atmosphere. We stopped in as a table of 7 and Stacy provided incredible…read moreservice. But wait, there's more. The pizza was outstanding! We had three versions of thin crust and we all liked their pizza. They use a corn meal crust and the pizzas were full of cheese with a excellent sauce, and had great toppings. I mostly dined on sausage and hot giardiniera but also tried the pepperoni and bacon. The third was a white pizza. We used to drive into Waukegan or Racine for our thin crust but NO MORE! Dont walk, - run for what is some excellent thin crust. Ask for Stacy! Don't forget the brownie for dessert!

Horrible across the board. Poor service, we were given a carafe of water with no glasses to drink…read morefrom, appetizers with no plates to eat on. The main course took OVER AN HOUR to reach our table, and the restaurant had about 4 tables seated. C'mon man, is this a restaurant or a day care establishment for the employees?? I couldn't tell. Also, a Philly cheesesteak isn't an Italian beef sandwich with green peppers on top.

Friends themed Cafe with different styles of tables and chairs. Very unique. Dog friendly as I saw…read moredogs with their owners waiting for their orders. Had the ice mocha and they offer non dairy creamer options. Also got the Westside Joe. Very delicious and lots of Avocado. Got a bit messy as every bite I took avocado was falling out. They do call your order out by your name. So listen carefully. Oh and the parking lot is quite small.

The Joe Huevos with bacon is a hit every single time I visit. The bacon is always perfectly crisp…read more I'm not sure what they do to the bagel, but whatever it is the bagel has a crunchy spicy shell. I live in Milwaukee, but when I am in town visiting family I make it a point to stop in. Everyone is welcoming, not to mention the coffee is phenomenal. The Friends theme also adds some fun, your eyes could stay busy for a while looking at everything on the walls.

First time eating at Benders Bar And Grill…read more Excellent food and service! Laura delivered with a smile, very welcoming and pleasant. Chef Adrien totally understood the "keto" assignment with my no bun request. He went above and beyond adding the lettuce bun as his own touch. Burger was seasoned well and cooked perfectly. Monday is their pasta special - choose your pasta, sauce, soup or salad and garlic bread. Highly recommend checking them out! 5 stars!

Such fun and divey atmosphere! Live music, great and friendly bartenders and surprisingly AMAZING…read morefood! We got the Shrimp De Jongue and it was so unbelievably good!!

Such excellent, authentic - truly authentic - Italian food. Everything is homemade and the ambiance…read moreis super cute. We will go back for sure because this is the real deal!

Oh wow! Excellent food. I'm not a fan of Italian food tbh…read more The way it's made being greasy & salty catering to a certain set of taste buds but this place was amazing. Ordered the 'Tina' AND the tortelli de burata (signature dish!) . Both were wonderful to taste and didn't leave you feeling bloated. It was a quick lunch so no dessert or drinks Service: was polite and efficient Ambience : not.a romantic first date place but more like a 4th or 5th date. It's close seating. Would I return ? Oh yes ! Absolutely!

Pleasant atmosphere where you always feel welcome. Food is always fresh and prepared well and it's…read moreclose to home!

Charming little Italian restaurant in the boonies! Started with an artichoke appetizer that was…read moreawesome. Soup and salad came with the meal, the soup was out of this world. Braciole for main course, served on a bed of mastaccioli , and top notch marinara sauce. Topped it off with tiramisu and cappuccino. Fantastic! Service was great. Will definitely return !

Amazing dinner! The meatballs were delicious…read more The lasagna.... So good!!! My first time there but I will be back. It's pricey... but worth it!

Don't have an Italian nonna? Stop at this little store in Highwood for the fresh pastas, and frozen…read moreentrees, soups, desserts, and Italian specialty goods. We love the lasagna, and don't let the small size or the price throw you, these are the best. The meat lasagna is really delicious and the pasta so tender. There is street parking, and a small lot. Check in advance for store hours. I haven't tried the tiramisu, but maybe I can find a special occasion to serve it.