Great Italian restaurant. This is a hidden gem that is a little off the beaten path hidden on hey…read more51 between Ponchatoula and Hammond. Well worth the short trip. Excellent and very friendly service. These folks are from Albania in Europe not far from Italy and the food is authentic Italian. Nice atmosphere and very welcoming. Highly recommend. A+

I've really gone back and forth about whether or not I should write this review. It appears Joe's…read morehas been an area establishment for quite some time and has a neighborhood following. But the true Yelper in me says I need to write it. I've been passing this place for some time and finally decided to go. It's a large place, simple decor and what appears to be a full bar. Our Server was nice, but had no idea about the items on the menu. I ordered the Chicken Marsala and she got confused about which dish it was and had no idea what came with the chicken. I finally asked if it was pasta and she said yes, so I didn't ask to change that side as I normally would have. My husband ordered a pizza. (Had I known then, what I know now I would have done the same) We were brought out the house made rolls and they looked amazing! They were warm and quite good. Later our food came out and the disappointment began. Let me start by saying the portions were large. I was quite surprised. But sadly the rest of my Marsala was not good. It was a stronger Marsala than usual I think and it literally tasted of black pepper. When I looked at it, I could literally see the large black pepper flakes throughout. The pasta was spaghetti in the brown Marsala sauce. But the chicken was the step too far for me. It has zero flavor, only made worst by the texture. I struggle to describe it, because I don't want to sound mean by using the word that comes to mind but I don't know how else to describe it. I guess the only other way to describe it is slick. The outside of the chicken literally has a slick feel to it. Like a greasy slippery feel /texture. It was like a raw oyster feel. I literally couldn't eat it and it made me feel ill to think about it. My husband said the pizza was "okay. No better than take out pizza." After I tried the chicken, We immediately paid and left. We ended up going to Canes and calling it a night. I gave them 2 Stars because of the Rolls and the "Okay" pizza.

This place is an amazing hidden gem. If you like Italian cuisine, then this place is for you. The…read morefood is amazing. I had the Italian salad, asparagus and snuck a taste of the mushroom risotto...delicious. The service was also top notch. Our waitress was great. The restaurant's decor takes you to Italy for sure...loved the vibe and the ambiance. Overall, I had a great experience and will definitely be returning. This is my second visit so returning is pretty much a guarantee. Give this place a try.

We checked this place out in 2025. The service was nice and our server was helpful with…read moresuggestions. Complimentary Bread - Pretty tasty. Not a top 5 bread however, may have been the best part of the meal. Side Caesar - The dressing tasted as if it were out of a bottle and not made in house. It very well could have been however, didn't appear to be. The Parmesan wasn't great quality and also appeared to be out of a bottle or bag. Spaghetti alla Carbonara - Was pretty good. Definitely worth ordering however, not great or anything memorable. Pork Chop - It was accompanied by a sauce and roasted potatoes. The potatoes were average, nothing set them apart from regular roasted potatoes. The sauce was pretty tasty and provided something unique. The pork chop wasn't bad however, not a top 5 or even maybe top 8 pork chop I have ever. Pork Chops are something I order regularly and love to try. Is this place worth trying at least once? Maybe. Would I place it in the top 8 of Italian restaurants in the Baton Rouge/Denham Springs area? No.

Gino's holds a special place in my heart. It always feels like such a treat. The servers at you…read morebeck and call, with beautiful ambient lighting. The food is a whole other level. It is quite literally magical. Everything tastes fresh and made to order. Like the purpose of the kitchen was my one dish. This place isn't just any random dinner spot, it's somewhere you go to celebrate. And I plan to celebrate all the small things if it means I can come here.

We recommended and visited Gino's with some new friends because we had been so impressed with the…read morefood, service, etc. in the past. This time was a bit different. When we entered the restaurant the hostess stand was super friendly as usual. Unfortunately, our table was miserably small and in very close proximity to a large table and a wall which essentially made us "sandwiched in". The noise in the room was horribly loud and hard to have a conversation with our guests. The server was fine however, was not as friendly as we are used to and that was a bit of a disappointment. However, the man refilling our water was fabulous, upbeat and very courteous. The food was amazing and is always consistent! When we are spending $150 on a check for 2, I want the entire fabulous dining experience which I had always felt like I got in the past. Anyway, to reiterate, I love the location, the vibe, the delicious food. Just was not a good choice for conversation and personal space. Also, even though the server was efficient, we did not get that warm and friendly vibe we are used to.

Perfect candle-lit cozy date spot. From the moment I walked in to when I left, the staff was…read moreincredibly friendly. Service was very quick. They had a vegetarian menu - which had a variety of pasta options. In addition to the vegetarian menu, other items like salads on their regular menu are vegetarian as well. Their pasta is all homemade and it tasted amazing. I got the burrata salad, of which I requested beets be added to - delicious. Then the vegetarian baked ziti - of good size and definitely shareable, I ended up bringing a box home, also delicious. Their wine and cocktails list was pretty extensive as well. Ample free onsite parking. Whether you're looking for the perfect date night spot, girls nice dinner spot, or elevated family dinner - this is the place. 12/10!!!

Amazing! A quiet fancy atmosphere. Our waitress was amazing! The food was amazing. The drinks were…read morevery strong. But it was wonderful! What we got: Free bread - make sure to get some of the Parmesan that's in the oil Berry bourbon smash House made ricotta - SO good. The ricotta was amazing Caesar salad - good! Beets and goat cheese - I feel like this didn't have a lot of cheese. I had a lot of beets and peaches Baked ziti - so filling and good Pasta rustico - the sauce was amazing. The mushrooms were great! Highly recommend

Good was amazing We…read morewill be back Service was great Atmosphere was pleasant Had the chicken and sides very tasty

Uncle Earle's is a little place that's great for takeout lunches. There's no where to sit inside,…read moreit's pick up only. They tend to do a lunch special everyday and they have a smaller revolving menu with salads and sandwiches. I think they also do breakfast. I've never tried anything but the chicken salad with house dressing because it's SO good! The chicken is perfectly seasoned and they put a good mix of items in the salad. I like the house dressing a lot - I believe it's a mix of Italian and Ranch, maybe a little thousand island. Highly recommend. Easy to call when you're on the way and it's ready to pick up when you get there. Staff is always nice.

I always enjoy eating here. I especially like the meatball sub, their homemade pizzas, and the…read morebaked ziti entrée. The lemon cake is also delicious! This is a great restaurant for families to go to, and it's got a casual atmosphere with excellent service. The owner always remembers who we are and I appreciate that. I will say that as somebody that used to be married to a Sicilian that it's not the most epic Italian food in the world. if you are an Italian food connoisseur, it's not going to blow your mind but it's a solid choice if you were looking for reasonably priced and very consistent good homemade Italian food.

We have watched this place be built, we have driven past for years. For some reason we never…read morestopped. Why was i so stupid. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting staff are super friendly and attentive. Wiine selection is top shelf. When i was ordering, I asked about the lasagna, I am not a huge fan of ricotta. They said they could make it with as much or little as I wanted. who makes lasagna to order? They did We ordered 3 dessert to go. Lemonchello, tiramisu, italian cream cake. Perfect late night snack. The tiramisu looks a little dry, needs a little more soak. Will absolutely be back

The pizza was amazing, the service was perfect. The meatball appetizer was too big for two dudes…read more The owner and his staff were fun and professional.

If I could put zero stars.... I would. Where to begin, for starters, we arrived pretty late and my…read morefiancé and I already expected a long wait time, totally cool no issue there. The problem began almost immediately when we were told we could wait outside, and a cocktail waitress would serve us drinks as we waited. We waited, and we waited about 20 minutes to flag someone down for water, not once did any waitress actually engage with us. We knew we should have left after this, but it was 8 pm on a Friday night before an LSU football game so we figured maybe it's just busy. We had to move tables to get into someone's view, because we were straight up ignored the entire time. Later someone's child literally came up to the outdoor tables asking for donations from patrons. Not great, especially when he copped an attitude at someone who was giving him a donation and was just asking about their Venmo. We overheard an owner/ manager claiming they have to run them off all the time, which is lowkey wild. When we EVENTUALLY got a table, we decided to sit inside as we overheard other waitresses not being able to figure out who's bill/ orders were who's. We sat down an immediately and some waitress rudely slams water on the table without any acknowledgments and walks towards the bar. All the cocktail waitresses were pretty much hanging around/ at the bar with the older men. The food was C-tier at best, and the garlic bread was severely disappointing. 7 bucks for a burnt piece of French bread with garlic butter/ seasoning on it. The owners/managers seemed to be drunk and interacting only with friends of the establishment while the poor waitstaff was clearly swamped and overwhelmed. Mid-way through eating my salad the waitress literally came up and snatched my plate without even asking if I was done. Another really aggravating issue was they could NOT for the LIFE of themselves just decide on a playlist or a song. The music would start up super loudly and would just stop. and then a different song would play. For $140 that had to be one of the worst restaurant experiences I could imagine. Will never go back.

We arrived around 6:20 pm on Saturday night and was immediately greeted and seated. The restaurant…read morewas full and thought there would've been a wait. The food was better than expected and huge portions. In other reviews, I felt that the temperature of my food was fine. Not too hot and not too cold. I don't like burning the inside of my mouth lol. The ambiance is really nice, too. They have modern light fixtures and decor. You can dress casual or upscale casual. The temperature of the inside was a bit on the chilly side, so a light sweater or jacket would be needed. Everything was so nice and would def return the next we are in BR.

July 3, 2026 at 3:04pm . . Out of some pretty specific items entirely too early in the day. …read more Lasagna, a simple staple of "Italian" cuisine. . Out of it, option is the same ingredients on top of pasta. It is good, similar to Lasagna but not there. While there, we heard at least 2 more people wanting Lasagna . . Entirely too cold in the bar area with "explicit" instructions not to touch the air conditioner, forcing the customers to eat in an overly uncomfortable atmosphere. In an instant, your meal will lose all its heat today, on the table. My biggest instruction for today is to bring a jacket and prepare for a cold atmosphere. . Eat quick and hurry out. . As always . . Have a great dining experience and make every meal an enjoyable one.

If you're in the area, Castalano's is a must! Please note their hours & the lunch rush. The…read morerestaurant is small & you may not be able to get a table. My favorite dish is the eggplant parmesan. The Sunday gravy served over crispy eggplant and angel hair pasta is a treat for your tastebuds. The sauce is a dark red, sweeter spaghetti sauce. Other recommendations include the Mardi Gras burger, tropical salad, adult grilled cheese, and all the desserts. We have ordered sandwich/wrap trays for family celebrations. The trays definitely add more pizazz than a basic sandwich tray.

Definitely a place one should frequent. Delicious food. Very good serving sizes. Ambiance is very…read moreinviting. The BEST waitresses around!!!