Delicious hidden gem driving from Houston to Austin!! Food was delicious and so fresh!read more

Just finished lunch with my Senior Citizen group. Delicious food, great service, and wonderful…read moreambiance. Highly recommend. 12/30/2025. My first visit to Columbus, TX

After recently being closed for remodeling, we dedicated to go here after church today. When we…read morearrived, I didn't notice any significant changes from the remodel. We ordered a glass of wine and were told the business was under new ownership and the new owner didn't have his TACB license yet. I mentioned to the waitress (her 1st day) that we could byob. She and another waitress who'd been there for a while both told us that we could not byob. They stated they could be shut down if someone brought their own wine into the establishment. I'm pretty sure that's not correct, but we didn't argue with them. We had the spagetti and meat sauce and lobster stuffed ravioli. Both were okay, but not excellent. Also, he asked for Italian dressing for his salad only to be told they didn't have Italian dressing. How can you call yourself an Italian Restaurant and not have Italian dressing? My Cesar salad was a lettuce and tomato salad with mozzarella cheese. The only thing that separated it from a house salad was the dressing. If we go again, I think we'll maybe try the pizza. There are several good reviews on their pizza, buy they were all posted before the change in ownership. I wish Bay City had a Pappadeux"s

Well I went from 5 stars down to 1. The calamari smelled so…read morebad (bait) I had them immediately take it away. The special was a Sicilian Marsala with Veal and shrimp. Veal should be overly tender and it wasn't. It had a lot of gristle and I've never tasted Marsala wine like this. It was more of a brown gravy and several of the mushrooms were shriveled up. If this was the actual special of the day you'd think there would be fresh condiments. Lastly I don't understand why I get charged extra for using my Debit card. It's like cash and not a credit. I questioned my financial institution and they were in agreement. I guess I'll just stick to pizza when I go there. They definitely have that going for them.

Not fresh, nothing from scratch, no soul in the cooking…read more Service and ambiance good. Food appears to be all frozen Sysco.

Everything was good! We highly recommend! The wine, bread, pizza, appetizers and everything else.read more

Excellent service; impressive wine list and the entrees our table of six ordered (along with…read moreassorted appetizers) were excellent. Highly recommend.

My mom lives in the area so brought her here for Mother's Day. They usually only do evening/dinner…read moreservice but did a lunch for the holiday. Nice cozy atmosphere. I've seen more highly styled and decorated places but it's still a great Italian vibe. These kind of places are all about the food and they didn't disappoint! You can tell everything is made super fresh right in the kitchen. Regular dishes like Cesar salad and spaghetti are elevated. So tasty! They had a smaller holiday menu. But everything sounded great. Prices are appropriate for the quality and size. Tuesday are 50% off so that would be a day to come really dig into their menu! Lots of street parking. Not a huge place but def it only enough seating. They take reservations but you should be ok to walk in on most regular nights. The staff was friendly and helpful with anything we needed.

My family and I visited for a birthday dinner, and it's definitely one of the best restaurants in…read morethe area. Every course was enjoyable, and there was plenty of food for the table to share. We started with the Garlic Mozzarella Bread, Toasted Ravioli, Calamari Fritti, Lomonte's Famous House Salad, and a Greco Roman pizza for the table. The garlic mozzarella bread was a hit across the table. The toasted ravioli was solid, while the calamari was delicious and cooked well, though we felt the portion size was a little small for the price. The house salad was fresh, flavorful, and one of the better restaurant salads I've had recently. For my entrée, I ordered the Beef La Crema. It comes with a 6oz fillet, mushroom risotto, and brussel sprouts. The mushroom risotto was excellent. Risotto is usually salty at restaurants, but this one was perfectly balanced and cooked nicely. The Brussels sprouts were also well executed and paired nicely with the dish. My filet came out a little more done than the medium-rare I requested, but it was still tender and flavorful. I do wish it had been slightly larger, but at 6 ounces, some shrinkage during cooking is to be expected. Overall, this was an outstanding meal with great food and a welcoming atmosphere. It's easily one of the best Italian restaurants in the area, and I'd gladly return.

Ok so Lamonte has been around for a while. It's a sugarland hidden gem. Everyone is made to feel…read morewelcomed and the staff is super friendly. Food is always spot on. Some dishes I can't have because of the alcohol or pork. But they always let you know if you tell them about dietary restrictions. It's a little loud but it's a family place it's where you go to laugh tell stories and really come together. So if you are looking for good food a casual family friendly atmosphere and don't want to drive too far. Because let's be honest these guys could be fine dining, with the overly formal atmosphere etc but these guys have been here for a very long time, and the quality of food is fantastic and they are reasonably priced. Sorry I didn't get a picture of anything but the calamari but we had the scallops with risotto and the chicken rustica. I know I've had the risotto better previously but everything was still really good.

Stopped by for dinner during a weekend birthday celebration in Burton. I love how many businesses…read morein these small towns are set up in converted homes. It gives everything a cozy, charming feel with a lot of character. Parking, though, can be tricky. It's limited, and if you're wearing heels, the rocky ground and steep hill can make it a bit of a challenge when the lot fills up. We had reservations but arrived a little early, and they were able to seat us without an issue. Service was solid overall. The staff was quick to let us know what items were unavailable, which helped with decision-making. I did notice a dish being served that wasn't on the menu, and when I asked about it, we found out it was a seafood and noodle special. Two of us decided to try it. For food, we started with the sautéed garlic ricotta appetizer, which was a standout. It had a really nice balance of mild sweetness and savory flavor. The eggplant parmesan was huge and easily shareable between two people, with great flavor throughout. Honestly, most of the portions felt big enough to split. I ordered the seafood special, and while the flavor was decent, the shrimp were consistently overcooked and chewy, which made it hard to enjoy. The mussels were the highlight of the dish, though they reminded me of the frozen kind you can heat up at home. Overall, it was an okay experience. Not somewhere I'd go out of my way to recommend, but if it were the only option in town, I'd consider going back.

The Good: The noods! I love housemade pasta and for me a true test of a real Italian restaurant. I…read morealso liked that although the restaurant was a converted home they didn't try to jam as many tables that would fit. There was space to eat, chat and enjoy the ambiance. The Not So Good: Although happy they had a parking lot - wish there was more. The Ugly: The special of the night - seafood over pasta. Noodles were light and delicious, seafood looked fresh but everything was overshadowed by the level of garlic. I love garlic but not when that's all I taste. Such a shame because it had great potential.

From cradle to grave EVERYTHING was at a very high level. Very well executed menu dishes and likely…read morethe best professional service I've experienced. Salvador was not only efficient, his eye for detail and food timing was perfect. Just one of the best at his craft. Will definitely return. Fantastic atmosphere with ownership clearly present supporting staff and guest experience. Well done!

Came here for a Saturday lunch and it wasn't crowded. My partner and I were seated promptly. Loved…read morethe simple decor in the restaurant, and the table I was at, was uniquely decorated with different corks. They offer lunch menu Tuesday to Saturday, that consisted of lunch portion entrees, choice of soup or salad, and a dessert. I had the Gulf Coast Crab Cake from the lunch menu. They were flexible in changing out the green beans for Brussels sprouts. Loved the crab cake which was flavorful. Had the soup of the day which was butternut squash. I was expecting a thick and creamy soup, instead the soup I had was light, smooth, and easy to consume. Ended my meal with lemon chess pie, which had a good lemon flavor and wasn't too sweet. My partner had the pappardelle pasta with chicken. The chicken slices were a little thin and the pasta was slightly overcooked. However, the flavors were there. There are plenty of parking spaces available. They have a sister restaurant that serves burgers just beside it, if you prefer casual dining instead.

Being from out of town, I wasn't sure where to grab dinner, but I'm really glad I found this place…read more The pasta combo caught my eye because I couldn't decide on just one dish, and it ended up being the perfect choice. Everything was favorful, and cooked just right. I loved being able to try different pastas and sauces in one meal. The portions were generous, and I definitely left full and happy. The staff made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in, and the atmosphere had that comfortable, authentic Italian feel that makes you want to sit back and enjoy your meal rather than rush through it. As someone just passing through town, this was one of those places I'd happily make a return trip for. If you're visiting or local and love good Italian food, the pasta combo is absolutely worth ordering. It felt like a homemade meal served by friends.

Maybe it was an off day but the pasta sauce was sweet, we asked for several things over and over…read moreand were never brought. Chicken was over cooked and tough and my daughter's fettuccine Alfredo was off. That's usually a dish that is pretty easy to make but we left thinking we would have had a better meal at the Dairy Queen down the road. Sad.

What a fantastic stop in Cuero! From the moment I sat down, everything felt warm and welcoming. The…read moremeal started with fresh, hot garlic rolls -- perfectly soft and flavorful, and with butter already on the table it was so easy to enjoy them right away. A simple tossed salad followed, crisp and refreshing, just the right lead-in for the main event. And oh, that main course! I ordered the Veal Marsala with veggies, and it was absolutely outstanding -- rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Each bite had me smiling, and it was the kind of dish that makes you want to slow down and savor it. The staff here deserves their own round of applause. My server was attentive and kind, and when it came time to pay, the lady at the counter was so friendly it felt like leaving a friend's house after dinner. This little gem has won me over completely. When I pass through Cuero again, there's no question -- I'll be back at La Bella Tavola without a doubt.

To say I was disappointed by my meal here would be an understatement. I had wanted to try La Bella…read moreTavola for several years and finally did this evening. I imagined on Valentine's Day that the atmosphere would be more pleasant but it was completely lifeless inside. There was no music playing and practically no one speaking to each other, making it quite awkward for my friends and I. We started with a very underwhelming Caesar salad, to say it was average would be a lie. We then bit into very obviously frozen mozeralla sticks with no flavor and a rubbery texture. Our pasta dishes were painfully plain, with the lasagna not even being layered, sauce that had no flavor, and an overwhelming amount of rubbery cheese. I understand this is a small town and suppliers likely don't provide the best options. However, I was actually angry when I ordered FOCACCIA and received a French roll cut down the middle and covered in more rubbery cheese. I suppose whoever made the menu has just never had focaccia anywhere else and assumed it means cheesy bread in Italian. Not to mention my server tried to charge me twice for it. If you are looking for somewhere to eat in Cuero do yourself a favor and go to Whataburger, Taqueria Jalisco, or pick up a frozen lasagna from HEB if you are really craving Italian. Quite frankly this was the worst italian food I've ever had, I'm sorry to say.

We have eaten here three times. First when a different owner was running the place and it was…read moreactually delicious. The second time was with the current owner and the eggplant parmigiana was good but the pasta sampler was very bland. We waited several months to give it another shot as we know things could improve. We ordered fried calamari, supreme pizza and baked Tuscany. They were out of the fried calamari, it happens, but it seems like a reoccurring incident with many items as the waitress told the table behind us they were out of many items. My husband had the pizza and said it was good but the dough was not cooked all the way through and he could barely hold a slice because it was soggy. My pasta was very good, big portion. The bread rolls were probably my favorite part, very good and while they don't give oil with them the Parmesan and pepper flakes on the table were enough. The poor waitress was very overwhelmed with a large crowd tonight, she needs an additional person handling the drinks and check out counter. She did her best but forgot many orders and drink orders and returned to the table to re ask or confirm. My advice to her is to always bring her notepad, take some anxiety medicine, and wear some lavender. The owner/ chef in the kitchen, some advice would to ditch the menu entirely and have daily specials only! Have 6 meals available at all times rotate your dishes and a soup and salad combo always available. Go back to a simpler menu until it's manageable and then you can grow your team and add more options. Your portions are big and food is okay, it will be easier, better, more efficient, and quality will improve when you limit your menu. Overall for decent food, long waits, and an underwhelming place to eat out, give it a shot. Next time I'll be going to the seafood place next door. (P.S. The water has a chlorine taste to it, not sure if this is all of Halletsville but if so the city needs to update its filtration! The chlorine lingering behind soft drinks at every restaurant is awful.)

Food is always great, but they don't want you to call in an order, the phone number is invalid…read more Guess they're not savy enough to update social media.