The appetizers, entrees, and desserts were all delicious and well priced for a nice restaurant. The service was great, with attentive and polite waiters/waitresses. The ambiance was both cozy and formal. Definitely recommend. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Cacio e Pepe and Provolone Garlic Bread - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I was disappointed by the service. It took over 15 minutes before someone came to offer us water. It took over 30 minutes before our server came to get our drinks and food orders. Some of the food items were very good. We went to the City Center location for dinner and the same sized party and the service was better. read more

Dined tonight during Valentine's Day weekend. We've always enjoyed dining here and tonight's dinner was no exception. They had a special prix-fixed menu for Valentine's Day priced at $98 per person. I thought this was a great deal considering how much food they serve you. My wife also got the wine pairing for $45- you get four glasses of wine, so it's a good deal. Natalia was our waitress and she was great. She was very friendly and service as usual was spot on. I opted for a la carte and got our usual Grilled Spiced Wild Calamari - still delicious and the Pappardelle. This is one of my favorite dishes here. Most of the pasta dishes here are really good, so you can't go wrong with any of those selections. For the special Valentine's Day menu, the Beef Tartare & Smoked Bone Marrow and the Roasted Lobster Fra Diavolo was definitely the highlight of the evening. The beef tartare was sitting on top of the bone marrow, and they served a really large piece of bone marrow! The Roasted Lobster Fra Diavolo needs to be on the regular menu- it was that good. The lobster tasted like it was cooked sous-vide because it was so light and tender. This dish also came with Key West Shrimp. The Squid Ink Tagliatelle pasta was al dente - just perfect. There is a parking garage underneath the building. They do provide parking validation. read more

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Great past for gluten-free folk like me. I also hear the gluten past is great. We have been here a few times now and have always had a great experience, treated well in a relaxing environment. Their salads are also very good. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I've been wanting to try Sfoglina for a while, but I was sadly disappointed with my visit. We went on a midweek night, and it wasn't busy. Unfortunately, my wife, who is disabled, was taken to the farthest corner of the restaurant, literally the farthest from the door. I thought they were taking us to one of the cute booths, but no, it was just a sad table in the corner by ourselves. Our server was fine, and the food was fine. The shrimp looked more tasty than it was, but overall, it didn't hit the mark like other Italian restaurants in the area. They do have a parking lot near by. The entrance is kind of hidden on the far side of the building. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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The food at Sfoglina is amazing! Tried the new Spring menu desserts. Delicious coffee cake with blueberries and mascarpone cream read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Tall Lemon Berry Coffee Cake - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I had eaten at the downtown location and decided that I would order something else since I didn't particularly like what I had ordered there. I opted for a red pasta. Ironically, I honestly didn't like this either. There was something about the flavor that was just kind of off. I'm not sure if maybe it's just this chain that I'm just not into, but I've tried two of the restaurants and I don't think that maybe I'm just not into the pasta here. Other than that, the service was really great. Our server is really on top of everything. We had a few people in our party who had some pretty severe dietary restrictions, and she ensured that she verified that there would be no cross-contamination with their food orders. She was also very consistent and very timely. I ordered a glass of the cava, which is very good in addition to an espresso martini, which was absolutely delicious. Overall, the vibes were very good. We were sitting in the back room and it was just really fun. You can tell that they took a lot of time to decorate their walls. It was filled with fun, Italian 60s vintage photos and it was just a very inviting experience. Overall, I would say I had a fun experience, I don't think that I would probably be a return visitor ordering pasta, but maybe I would order like a salad or maybe just stick with an espresso martini because it was delicious. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Espresso martini - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

Sfoglina is a very delicious restaurant. I got bolognese and it was delicious but also very filling. I went with my family and we also got beef short rib agnolotti which was even more delicious. The service was good and pretty fast. The place is pretty and not loud but not completely quiet because there is music playing in the background. Over all this place is delicious and great. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

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Such a cute spot in Van Ness! I know they have a few locations but this feel very much like a neighbor spot. It's pretty big inside and has a super cute outdoor patio. Wish I lived closer by as I would come by often! Our waitress was so lovely; she knew lots about the menu and was so kind! She sent us some food she thought we'd like and totally killed it. They have a great wine selection with a long bottle list. We got the Calamari to start. We loved it; it was fried rather than breaded and fried and was paired with an insane sauce. They also have us garlic bread with parm which was amazing. For pasta, the Bolognese was amazing and classic. As was the Cacio e Pepe. Dessert, however, was probably our favorite! The Tiramisu was incredible and the Piemontese Gianduja (our waitress's rec) was so insane!! Incredible and would come back just for that. read more

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Great atmosphere with a classy, but not overstated, vibe. The servers and host were very friendly, though it did seem that they were either forgetting or too busy to come check in on us regularly. It did not seem super busy, but the restaurant is quite large and has multiple seating areas nestled separately from each other. It's possible our server was busy with other tables that we could not see. As for the food, it was generally good but nothing to rave home about. I got the beef short rib agnolotti, which came with a truffle pesto. The pasta was not uniformly cooked throughout the dish, and many parts were either over- or undercooked. For a place that markets themselves as a "pasta house", this was pretty disappointing. Lastly, the prices are pretty obscene for the quality of the food and drinks. I know that this is somewhat standard for Italian restaurants these days, but unless you're sourcing all your ingredients directly from Italy, it feels pretty egregious to be charging this much. Had the prices been cut in half, I probably would've given this 4 stars. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Negroni - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I really enjoyed the food here, my highlights were the garlic bread, burricotta and the gelato swirl was delicious. The Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka was good too overall good food. Customer service was amazing really loved that. The ambiance too was cozy had like a Christmas winter feel to it... nice place. read more

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We made a last minute reservation here for dinner on a Friday night and they were able to take us! Which was great news and we appreciated them being so accommodating! Anyways... The food was pretty good! The Mafalde alla Norcina was great and so decadent. The sausage was so good and the sauce was delicious. The clam dish however was very... interesting. My boyfriend got it and said the sauce wasn't great and found it to just be extremely clammy and he loves clams so that's saying something. But everything else besides that was awesome. The garlic bread was gooey and cheesy but the crust was crunchy. The desserts were insane! We were given a complimentary gelato swirl and that was the star of the show--truly. Our service was fabulous. The waitress (I wish I knew her name) was so attentive and helpful. She gave recommendations, checked in, and ultimately was just really awesome! And the food came out pretty quickly too. So the overall dining experience was really nice. As for the restaurant itself, it is cozy and intimate. Perfect for date night! Their menus are also super fun, they look like newspapers. It's really fun. Honestly, I can see us coming back here and enjoying another date night! read more

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Came here during the week for dinner and had a lovely time. Ambiance is romantic yet comfy! We walked in on a Thursday evening and were seated promptly despite being very early for our reservation. I ended up getting the Nonnas gnocchi because I wanted something comforting yet didn't want a red sauce. It was exactly what I needed. The gnocchi was fresh and delicate, and the mushroom sauce made it feel so wholesome and delicious on a rainy day. Overall a great cozy experience and excited to come back again. read more

I have been visiting this location since it opened, and I appreciate its excellent atmosphere with a classy vibe. However, I've noticed during each visit that the staff changes frequently, and we often see new faces. The servers and hosts are usually friendly, but it seems they either forget to check on us or are too busy to do so regularly. This has been a consistent issue during our visits. Although the restaurant is not overly busy, it is quite large and has multiple separate seating areas. It's possible that our server was preoccupied with other tables that we couldn't see. My daughter often feels frustrated during our visits since we don't allow her to use electronic devices like many other parents do. Despite this, she still enjoys the restaurant, the food, and the friendly staff. It's unfortunate that they don't serve warm bread and olive oil like many other Italian restaurants do. We love the seafood and all the pasta dishes, having tried them all. My favorite is Fabio's ravioli, while the grilled octopus, grilled calamari, and Branzino are also top choices. Overall, the food is good, but it is a bit pricey, and the service needs to improve. I don't mind paying higher prices, but I expect good service in return. read more

We have been many times and brought a bottle of wine. The corkage was about $35. Tonight it was $75. The explanation was DC government made them do it???? We should have been told ahead of time that their cost had increased and we would have ordered a bottle off of the menu. Total rip off. The best restaurants in town don't charge that much. read more

This was hands down my favorite Italian dining experience in a while. For a party of 2 on a Monday night, we had no wait time and very attentive service. We started with asparagus, calamari, and bread - all delicious. We were expecting the calamari fried and were pleasantly surprised that it came grilled. The sauce it came in MAKES the dish - I opted to dip my bread in the sauce over the marinara it came with. The asparagus was also served in a sauce like I had never tried before. All delicious, highly recommend. For entrees, my friend enjoyed the cacio pepe and I loved the pappardelle with ragu bolognese. Perfect noodles, perfect sauce, perfect portions. Dessert was my favorite part - the Piemontese Gianduja was to die for. Next time I would pass on the tiramisu. At the end, they wrapped my leftovers for me and gave me a coat check ticket to pick it up at the front - very fun touch! The inside is very retro and fun in red. Ultimately, a fun and delicious dining experience and very reasonably priced for the quality and portions. read more

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I had just arrived in DC and was craving a glass of wine and dessert. Sfoglina was across the street from our hotel, and it was happy hour, so we popped in over. I wish I was hungrier because they had some pretty tasty looking dishes on their happy hour menu. The restaurant is beautifully decorated and screams date night. The night I was there they had a dessert special, torta allo champagne, so of course I had to get that. It was amazing. Service was great. Warm greetings, friendly server, and quick delivery of our drinks and cake. I look forward to returning on a future visit to DC to try their pasta. read more

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Sfoglina is a gorgeous dining experience that deserves all the rave! Came here for evenings drinks and bites and left extremely satisfied and excited for my next visit. We were seated at the bar and were welcomed by a friendly, lively staff that helped us pick the best menu items. The restaurant is beautifully decorated in a red, classic Italian theme and has plenty of seating. To eat, we got the Provolone Garlic Bread alongside the Spritz Tower. The bread was perfectly seasoned and paired well with the varieties of spritz. The cheese and tomato sauce were so fresh and practically melted in my mouth. My personal favorite spritz was the limoncello - very light and refreshing. Highly recommend ordering the tower! It's a decent price and helps those that are indecisive, like myself My friend then got an Espresso Martini - truly one of the best I have EVER HAD! Truly changed the game for all future ones I'll have. Was so good we split another and gave our compliments to the bartender. The Van Ness location is particularly adorable and adds such a charm to the neighborhood. The staff here took their time on each item served and did an exceptional job at making sure their customers were accommodated. Very excited to have a Sfoglina meal soon! It is a must try if you are near one. read more

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Food was good. We started with the delicious warm Rosemary Bread. For our main course, we enjoyed the Braised Beef Agnolotti and the Penne alla Vodka. Both were really good and loved the pasta and sauces. I found the overall service to be underwhelming. Especially upon arrival and being seated. The front could use some focus and up-skill on service for the price-point. We had to wait forever to be seated and had to wave someone down after waiting a few minutes alone. It was like no one was working the front. Our server Diane was good, but it was missing a bit for me. Maybe it was dining on the closed in patio too that took away from the experience instead of inside. Ambience was perfect. Loved the décor, and the layout. The restaurant had a great feel. Definitely a nice place and would dine here again. There is a 3% operations surcharge added to the bill. read more

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This is a very unassuming restaurant. If you walk too fast you'll walk right past it. Wonderful cozy atmosphere and the service was excellent!!! My friend and I ate here after we left a show at the Kennedy center. We chose well. The food was delicious. The rainbow trout was cooked to perfection with a cauliflower purée and wilted lettuce....fabulous. The mushroom truffle soup was super tasty and the cookies were the perfect ending to a great meal. I highly recommend this restaurant read more

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I had an overall good experience at Sfoglina. I would describe it as a seesaw. There were moments where I felt like it was leaning towards okay and then other times where it leaned to good. Here's why: Initially there was a mix up with the reservation (my fault) BUT they were accommodating and put me on the waitlist. However, our server was friendly but no personality. She was relatively monotone, and straight faced (and maybe this is because it was almost the end of the night). The food was also seesaw like. I started off with garlic bread and a Caesar salad. The garlic bread was average and the Caesar salad was a hit. The dressing was flavorful and dressed perfectly. The croutons weren't anything special but the salad itself was great. For my entree I got the Ravioli San Leo. This was yet again seesaw. The sauce was delicious, creamy, and zesty. The ravioli itself had more goat cheese than zest from the lemon. The portion for the entree is also alright for the price. To finish off I got the chocolate cake and a complimentary dessert of what seemed like raspberry/vanilla mix sorbet. Both were out of this world. The chocolate cake is like Ferrero rocher in cake form. The sorbet was a good balance of sweet but sour. Inside, felt a bit crammed especially my table. I could barely fit my food on there with my friend there. It was loud, but it gave a farmhouse look inside. The chairs were also pretty uncomfortable but did fit the vibe for a farmhouse look. The patio was a lot cuter from what it seemed like. Sfoglina didn't disappoint for a fulfilling dinner but would I say it's the best Italian in DC? No read more

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Came here for Sunday brunch. The brunch menu is not extensive but has a couple of classic dishes. You can also order from the regular menu. The set brunch of three courses for $32 is enough to feed two especially if you get the coffee cake as a starter, also can add bottomless Bloody Mary for $18. Food is all good. Only problem I had was there were quite a few mosquitoes on the patio which really bothered me, making an otherwise leisurely brunch much less relaxing. read more

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Attended an event at the Austrian Embassy so we walked the 9 min to the restaurant on a weekday evening for dinner. We split a Caesar salad, got the Italy tasting of 3 pastas, and a burrata and bread. The service was disappointing. First the appetizers came before our wine came. Then the main meal came quickly after the appetizer and we still had the appetizers plates in front of us so they had to stand there with our hot meal while they cleared the appetizer plates and cleared our utensils and then we had to wait with the meal in front of us while they went and got share plates and utensils. Rookie mistakes. The wine was good, chilled, and a nice pour. The atmosphere on the patio was very nice. I really liked it. It had an ambience that was good for talking and enjoying a meal but the meal felt a bit rushed. Our waiter recommended the braised short rib ognolotti and that was the best recommendation. They were delicious, were bursting with flavor and stuffed with lots of meat. Highly recommend although not something I'd normally order. The two Roman dishes - Cacio and Pepe and the carbonara - tasted similar. I felt the Cacio and Pepe needed more pepper and the carbonara was missing the mark on the flavor of the pancetta. The showstopper was the Caesar salad. It had capers and a great sauce. The burrata and bread (they charge for bread but it was really good) were equally delicious and a generous amount. I could go back and have a big glass of wine and a big salad. We skipped dessert. read more

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I have eaten at Sfoglina three times. The most recent was for a business function. I was the organizer; someone else paid, which is an ideal arrangement. We did not, however, abuse the hospitality, and I emphasized we had to be there to work. Our group of seven enjoyed it, to a person. I write to mention a specific aspect of the service. I had forgotten. So I am writing as a reminder to self as much as for others. Sfoglina serves their dishes a la carte. You need to order the pasta and the sides. Some items came with a bit. But for a satisfying meal, you ought to be planning multiple courses. Lest anyone believe that is a criticism, it is not. This is how restaurants should configure their menus, if they are oriented larger parties. It is not quite family style. We ended up with more than one appetizer per person, and one entree per person; the former, communal; the latter, indviidual. The portion sizes also were reasonable. They were what you'd expect for fine dining, rather than a place you'd bring kids to and wish for leftovers to last for days (which usually are downmarket, i.e., this correlates positively to quality). The calamari was healthier, not breaded; The cheese with honey was great, the fresh burrata acceptable but not that same quality. The garlic bread was gobbled up, and I got a second serving -- and I still myself was unable to partake, because I was considerate and those who had had a piece helped themselves to another. The pastas were, as you would guess at an Italian place that prides itself on that starch, excellent, and they were not overdone with sauce, properly subtle and also al dente. I had the swordfish. It was advertised as eight ounces, and that likely is prior to grilling (not sure how much with fish you have shrinkage). We had dessert though we did not linger. Those, such as the carrot cake that three ordered slices of, were oversized, unlike what preceded. The server was hard working and attentive. The manager checked on us. I once lived a few blocks from this restaurant. If I still did, I would become a regular here. read more

Every time I come here, I have a nice pleasant dinner. Staff are always kind, service is great, and food is consistent. My heart is saddened by the decision to remove gnocchi off their current menu but hopefully it comes back because that's my favorite dish. read more

Food was delish. Service was excellent. Patio was quaint and we got lucky our September night temps were perfect! Kept it simple and had raviolis. I think I made the best choice of all of us. Husband had the crab ravioli (special for the evening). They tasted good but not as good as mine. Daughter, our recent graduate- celebrating this night, had Branzino. It too was good, but I think mine was best. Desserts were amazing. Even got one for free! Thursday is half price wine night. A good night to go! Also, bought the graduate a new shirt read more

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This is one of our go-to places for a great meal. Fabio Trabocchi is one of the great chefs in D.C. His Fiola Mare is our anniversary spot but Sfoglina is closer and terrific for pastas, salads and more. The house red wine is wonderful. The San Leo is a favorite pasta although they are all great. Service is always exceptional. read more

This is a very cute, authentic Italian restaurant. Perfect for a date night. I came here for a Valentine's Day dinner. The service was fantastic and all the staff were very friendly. I loved that they came by to show you all the different homemade pasta shapes on this platter; what a lovely and personal touch! The Caesar salad was amazing! The garlic bread, and beet salad were delicious! The calamari was surely different than the fried version we always expected but it was so good nonetheless! I would say they made the calamari more elegant and elevated. The pasta texture was amazing; you can taste and feel that they were made fresh. The overall pasta dishes we got were good but nothing I'm dying to go back for. We got plenty of dessert and they did not disappoint. The ice cream was amazingly delicious, the tiramisu was fluffy and enjoyable, the cookies were thick, decadent and chewy. I enjoyed my meal overall! It was a pleasant experience and the ambiance of the restaurant was very pleasing to the eye and just overall nice to be around. read more

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This classic Italian restaurant is beautifully decorated with rich colors of dark wood, reds and greenery. We ate out on the patio area, which had fake trees and twinkling lights that felt like a fairy garden. It has soft lighting with beautiful strands of lights across the ceiling. We each tried a Spritz, which were light and delightful. I love the Elderflower Dreams. The food was well cooked and prepared. I loved the Grilled Spiced Calamari, which had a smokey flavor. The Braised Beef Agnolotti del Plin was our favorite pasta. The server was fast and helpful with recommendations. read more

Sfoglina Van Ness - Grilled Spiced Calamari - Italian Near Me - Washington, DC, District of Columbia

I have concerns about covid. So I called and asked if they had outdoor seating. They said "yes." Upon arrival I found a porch in front of the restaurant that was fully enclosed. There was no access to fresh air. I don't appreciate being lied to. The food was fine. I won't be back. read more

My mom and I came here for brunch and it was such a vibe. Michelin star for a reason. My drink was perfectly sweet for a boozy brunch. We got the caesar salad, two pastas, and two desserts. The pastas were both incredibly savory but a little on the salty side. It was a little too much for my mom, but I didn't find it to be overbearing. The two desserts were also a perfect finish to our meal. I also got an espresso to go along with it and I felt like I was having lunch in Italy. The staff were also very friendly and attentive. read more

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I came here on a Friday night because I was able to get a last minute reservation - they were one of the few Italian places that had available reservations on the same day. The server was fantastic - she promptly came over and took our order promptly. The ambiance was very cute and comfortable. Giving this place 4 stars because the food was just ok. I thought the salad was a bit overdressed, the ravioli and the pappardelle lacked flavor/salt. If you're looking for good Italian food, I think there is better, but still a solid place if you're in a pinch. read more

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This is a special occasion restaurant for us where we get pastas I can't make at home, and maybe a couple salads or appetizers. I have loved every dish I tried. Atmosphere is more formal than our other favorite spots so, for us, a good place for a nice date or maybe taking my parents out, but too fussy for large groups with a lot of smaller kids. read more

A chic farm house feel-- with pasta choices that are a little bit off the beaten path! Rosemary bread with whipped ricotta, yes please! My inner carb freak is thrilled! Also, ravioli is good, but pretty rich. I couldn't finish it. Dessert was lovely with cookie choices. My mom had the vanilla gelato which she loves! Beware a Coke is $5. read more

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Everything was superb..... service, food, ambiance. The 6 of us all thoroughly enjoyed everything.

Best italian restaurant, one of the best restauranfs overall that I've been to. Spent an weekday night here on a special occasion and I can't find a fault in Sfoglina. Exceptional service. Been at more expensive places but never have I felt so attended. I unknowingly dropped my cloth in the midst of a conversation and one of the servers came in with cloth in hand ready to put it on my lap. My server was pleasant and polite, informative of any questions I had on the menu. And we were given a ticket to pick up our takeaway leftovers at the front desk, neatly packaged so we didn't have to do it ourselves and take away from the ambiance of the night. Speaking of ambiance, the interior is beautiful. Warm tones everywhere, ambient lighting and pleasant, perfect date night vibes. And the food was great as well. Loved the shrimp scampi more than the truffle braised beef. Tiramisu is not too sweet or rich, perfect to cap off the night. Blueberry/vanilla swirl was great as well. Highly recommended. read more

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Terrific restaurant. Wonderful pastas, great selection of appetizers, lovely desserts, and a comprehensive speciality drink/wine list. Service was attentive but unobtrusive. We sat opposite the lively, open kitchen. Choose the main dining room or the porch for a quiet dinner. This location is a great place to dine. read more

Romantic and reasonably priced. Food- we got the margarita pizza, Cacio e Pepe, and cauliflower. Each had a good portion size and great flavors. Drinks- we got the Sangiovese brut which hit the perfect note of bubbles and light flavors( not too sweet) Vibe- it's cozy, nice decor, and the lighting allows for an intimate feel. The menus are creative and love the plates and glassware. Service- we sat at the bar, the bartender was attentive and professional. Hosts were friendly. read more

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One of my best friends and I wanted to celebrate fifteen years of friendship so we decided to celebrate and catch up at Sfoglina! So much has happened for the both of us and we are truly thankful for all that God has given us and will continue to bless us with! Service: absolutely wonderful! All of the staff (from our server, the hostess, the bussers to the GM) did an amazing job. They made sure we had a great experience. We were even given Prosecco on the house to celebrate our friendship! I dig the attentiveness. Food/Drink: I ordered the squid ink lobster linguine and my friend ordered the Avocado and spinach insalate. For my drink, I ordered the Basil Gimlet. I loved it! I wanted to try the watermelon daiquiri but they were out (I heard it's rather popular so hopefully next time I visit, I can try it). For dessert, I ordered the soft serve which was swirl of Vanilla Gelato and Blueberry Balsamic Sorbetto. I was hesitant about the balsamic part but after sampling some, I had to have more. Very delicious! My friend had the Vanilla Panna Cotta with strawberries and loved it as well. Random but the complimentary bread was delicious. So fresh and soft! If you are craving great Italian food, be sure to check out this restaurant. They also have different locations throughout the city. read more

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Absolutely disappointed in the service from this restaurant I had to walk out. My waitress had demeaning attitude after I had requested to order an appetizer. She said oh you don't want to order now in which I responded. Yes, I'd like to order an appetizer while I make my final decision. She said oh well the kitchen it's better if you just order all of it at once at which point I informed her that I wasn't ready to order my full meal that I would just like to order the appetizer until I make my decision. After a little back-and-forth, she asked if I wanted some water in which I politely said no thank you and she proceeded to roll her eyes and walk away from the table as if she was insulted that I did not want water. This attitude was absolutely uncalled for and I'm not sure if this waitress is having a bad day, but I wasn't gonna sit there to find out. read more