The food was amazing every flavor was incredible, and the service was fast. The host, Arianna,…read moreespecially stood out; she gives you a warm welcome and makes you feel right at home. I would definitely come back again.

I had a wonderful experience at Ciao Bella. We wanted to try somewhere new after hearing great…read morethings, so we made a reservation for two. We arrived a little early and had the pleasure of sitting at the side bar with JP -- and he was absolutely fantastic. Warm, charming, and genuinely interested in what we enjoy drinking. I could have happily stayed at the bar all evening. Once our table was ready, we were served by Madison, who was equally amazing. She helped us choose dishes we'd love, and her recommendations were spot‑on. We were seated at a cozy little table by the window, which made the whole evening feel even more special. I highly recommend Ciao Bella for date night or really any night of the week. And even if you're just stopping in for a cocktail, go see JP -- he'll make your day.

Great food! Nice little cozy spot in Bloomington. Perfect for your date night or just regular…read moredinner on a Monday. Definitely go check it out and bring the whole family

We came here on a Friday night at 6:30 and were able to be seated without waiting. I called ahead…read moreduring the day but they said they don't take reservations on the weekends. Also important to note, they close at 8 PM. It's decorated like a true family style place, cute flowers and colors and light fixtures. The service is friendly, but if you are in a hurry, they are not. They bring olive oil and herbs to the table with homemade bread to start which is an extra touch I think most restaurants have stopped doing. They did offer any pasta dish to be made with gluten-free penne. My pasta dish was tasty and warm but the meat was sparse, and though the prices seem fair, I would say all around this was an average experience. I can see how this could have sentimental value to people who live in the neighborhood, and I do like to support independent restaurants so I'm glad we tried it, but if you are a true foodie and if you are looking for great Italian, I don't think this is the spot.

Came here for a girls night and it was perfect. They don't take reservations, so we waited about 30…read moreminutes for a table on a Thursday, but it worked out great since we were able to walk around and check out the nearby shops. Rocky was our server and was super friendly. He helped us pick out a wine to split and gave great recommendations on pasta dishes based on what we liked. I ordered the fettuccine alfredo with shrimp, which had a subtle hint of lemon that I surprisingly loved. My friend got the pesto pasta and really enjoyed it as well. I'm already planning to come back in the summer to enjoy the patio!

As a homemade pasta lover, Broaders' Pasta Bar is it!…read more We visited on a Saturday night so we knew knew there would be a wait. Note, they do NOT take reservations so it's first come, first serve. Our original wait time was around 1 hour but it ended up only being 35 minutes. Parking is quite limited but due to eating later in the evening, we were able to get a parking spot in their lot. Broaders' has both patio and indoor seating. Being the middle of winter, we sat inside. It's not an overly large restaurant so be prepared to wait during busier meal times (like dinner on the weekends). Our waitress was very nice, answered our questions, and helped us select the perfect wine. Shortly after ordering our wine, they brought out a complimentary bread basket which was delicious! We asked for butter and more of the foccaccia because it was SO good. For our mains, we got the Greek Salad, Ravioli Di Zucca, and Spaghetti Con Polpette. WOW! I don't have a single complaint. The greek salad was flavorful with all the mixed vegetables and dressed perfectly. The Ravioli Di Zucca was buttery and delicious and the Spaghetti Con Polpette was probably the best spaghetti and meatballs we've ever had. Somehow we had room for dessert and opted for the Tiramisu. It was good, not great. I didn't love that it was cut in the shape of a pie vs. a square -- Something about that threw me off. Overall, I HIGHLY recommend going to Broaders' Pasta Bar! You won't regret it!

I always enjoy the food at this Hazelwood location. Came with a group and got a few appetizers and…read morethe salmon entree. Great service, tasty apps, and everyone enjoyed their meals. The server paid attention to people's special requests and got things out very quickly, including the check and boxes. It was a little loud because of how busy it was, but we could still talk to the people sitting closest to us.

Hazelwood Food + Drink absolutely nailed the food. Everything we ordered was excellent, flavorful,…read morewell prepared, and honestly one of the better meals I've had in a while. The atmosphere was also great and made for a really enjoyable evening. The only reason I can't give 5 stars was the service. We barely saw our actual server beyond taking our order and bringing the check. At one point we had to ask three different employees just to get water, and it finally arrived after we had already finished our appetizers. Everyone was polite, but the attentiveness just was not there. That said, the food was good enough that I'd still come back and give them another shot, because the kitchen is clearly doing something right.

Visited Andiamo in Eagan and overall had a good experience. The restaurant itself was very clean,…read morespacious, and comfortable. The vodka pasta, kids' noodles, and margherita pizza were all really tasty and definitely the highlights of the meal. Service was a bit slow, and we had several different waiters throughout dinner, which made things a little confusing at times when we needed assistance. Still, the food was enjoyable and we would likely return.

With a full parking lot I was excited to dine at Andiamo, however, the meal left me less than…read moreimpressed. Everything was absolutely bland. The Caesar salad was watery and lacked flavor. The bolognese sauce was oddly sweet but was still bland. The Cajun pasta special didn't have any spice to it. Our server was nice and fairly attentive. The meal was a bit surprising since it seems like a lot of people like this restaurant. Just really wasn't wowed by this place.

YUM! This is the best sandwich shop I've tried so far. #YUM. Literally the cutest shop and the…read morenicest employees. Definitely a stop you need.

Stopped by for lunch and it was so good…read more They have daily specials, and the portions are no joke. Even a half sandwich is a huge, very filling serving. Everything is made fresh to order. They slice the meat and cheese right there and you can fully customize your sandwich, which I love. The service was phenomenal. Super friendly and welcoming, which made the whole experience even better. Cute shop and they also have a great selection of Italian products in the shop, plus their own ready-made items like homemade frozen pizzas and take-and-bake entrees, which is such a nice bonus. It's takeout only, but they make it easy with online ordering. Prices are very reasonable for the quality and portion size. This place is truly a hidden gem.

Great food decent pricing good wine. I love the servers. two thumbs up, oil and bread are really…read moregood.

He Said: Old-style, Italian restaurant. Cozy vibe. Staff and…read morecustomers are friendly. I choose this restaurant, because my kids love Italian pasta, and I had seen thumbnail pictures of Giuseppe's food. I knew I had to bring my kids to try the place. The restaurant is located in a strip mall, and finding parking was pretty easy. We did not have to wait for a table; we were sat immediately. Overall, we enjoyed the meal. Giuseppe's is a solid, home-style Italian restaurant. Pros: Fresh bread is so good Prices are reasonable Cons: Space is limited Pasta sauces taste a little watered down

SPECIAL OCCASION/SPECIAL PLACE I've been going to DeGidio's…read morew/my family my whole life, ever since I was little. So when I was looking for a special place to take my boyfriend for his birthday, I knew this was the perfect place (he'd never been there before). AMBIANCE They have remodeled since I'd been there last, and it looks absolutely beautiful; even the restrooms are decorated nicely. DRINKS It's not always easy to find well-made old fashioneds, but we decided to start off with a couple and try their's out; they did not disappoint, they were fabulous! FOOD He ordered lasagna and I ordered the shrimp pasta, which were both so incredibly good. Their red sauce is absolutely phenomenal and addicting! DESSERTS We ordered a couple desserts to end our night, and again, super good, you can't go wrong w/your choice! SERVICE Our waiter was fantastic and very attentive. We had a very wonderful experience and it was truly great to be back at one of the classic staples of St Paul. Highly recommend!

We came here for my wife's birthday--our first time--and it was a solid choice. We'd heard a lot of…read moregreat things, so we were excited to finally try it. We made reservations and were seated right away, which was a great start. The host was friendly, and our server was attentive without being overbearing--checking in regularly on drinks and making sure everything tasted right. We kicked things off with the buffalo wings. They had great flavor without too much heat, which I personally enjoyed. For the main course, I went with the burger, and my wife ordered the rigatoni alla vodka. My burger was filling, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. The bun was just a touch on the firm side (I'll admit, I'm a bit of a burger snob), but overall it was very good. The fries, though, were excellent--definitely a highlight. My wife really enjoyed her dish as well--the sauce was creamy and flavorful, and the chicken was juicy. She mentioned it could've used a little fresh Parmesan and a bit more heat, since she likes some spice, but overall she was happy with it. Since it was her birthday they gave us a free desert and the server mentions the bread pudding which was very tasty. Overall, a great experience with good food, solid service, and a nice atmosphere. We'd definitely come back.

Kevin's Italian bistro was an exquisite experience, who would have known someone with a name like…read moreKevin could dish up authentic Italian food as if his name were Linguini! The focaccia bread was liberating and luxuriant. We decided upon the Zuppa Tosacana- a soup which Olive Garden once held 1st place for in my opinion- but now does not. The Zuppa was souptacular and soupendous, a more hearty consistency than the more viscous counterpart served at the Garden of Olives. The pizza Salumi picanna was scrumptious, the texture of the crust was to my liking. My pregnant wife ravenously devoured the cacio e pepe (she also ate most of the Zuppa, I lament that I only tatsted the smallest part of it). Our waitress Mikayla was sublime, and promptly got our orders in with food brought out in proper timing. We finished with dessert (we don't normally get dessert because we live in an apartment and don't have a lot of dinero, but my good Christian mentor provided my wife and I with funds out of the goodness of his heart to bless us with a nice meal tonight) so we splurged and decided upon the tirimasu cheesecake, which we took to go. Overall, our experience was magical, and I can fully recommend the enterprise of Signore Kevin and his fine establishment

My husband and I made a reservation for the Thursday "date night " special, which was listed as $60…read morefor two salads, an appetizer or dessert, two pasta dishes, and a bottle of wine. We were seated quickly at 6pm. The food was good! We opted for the beet bruschetta appetizer in lieu of dessert. I thought the sweetness of the honey ricotta played well against the earthiness of the beats. And the ciabatta bread was chewy and flavorful. The wedge Caesar was good, I loved the homemade croutons. A little heavy on the dressing, but you could tell it was homemade and had great flavor from the anchovy- a solid Caesar dressing. My husband got the seafood pasta, and I got the spaghetti and meatballs. He loved his, and I loved the bold flavor of the house made red pasta sauce. The meatballs were big and well seasoned. My only critique, and perhaps this is unfair, but the pasta was clearly not homemade and I wished it was. The only hiccup is that the date night was advertised as coming with a bottle of wine, and we were charged $20 for the bottle we got. It was explained to me that they had said in the beginning that the wine was "a $20 mystery bottle" meaning we couldn't choose it. I interpreted this to me that the free bottle of wine that was advertised as part of the date night was valued at $20. I explained this felt like a little bit of a trick and the charge was removed from our bill without any fuss. That was much appreciated. Because of how that was handled, we will definitely return! Overall, it was a pleasant evening, and I enjoyed myself. Stand out was the bruschetta for sure. Server was friendly and cheerful and didn't rush us.

This place is awesome! Located near the 44th and France shopping area, it's ultra convenient. (Tip:…read morestreet parking can be a little bit tricky if there's snow, but there is a lot right across the street.) It's a very pretty establishment that brings together the classic and the modern and feels both comfortable and classy. The food is great and perfect for the aforementioned snow: it's pure comfort. We started with the Brussels sprouts, which were unique and delicious. Mostarda, candied almonds, and blue cheese, with beautifully caramelized sprouts? It hits sweet, piquant, bitter, and savory along with all the textures. It's a must-try and a definite contender for top treatment of Brussels sprouts. For our second side, we got the tomato sugo, which was a very satisfying starter. Deep, rich tomato flavor, the perfect level of salt and herbs: you can taste the love and time that went into it. (The focaccia that came with was amazing, but you could totally eat this with a spoon, too.) For my main, I had the red bucatini (yes, I like tomatoes, especially when paired with time). It was absolutely awesome--the pasta was cooked perfectly and was the perfect shape for the sauce. The sauce was great. The chili oil added an excellent kick. The garlic breadcrumbs added textural interest and flavor. Again with the perfect, savory made-with-love mouthfuls. I was truly enamored with this one. For dessert, everyone went for the budino, a rich, delicious chocolate-hazelnut pudding topped with a generous mound of silky vanilla whipped cream, crunchy sugar cookie crumbles, and a drizzle of EVOO. It was perfectly balanced and just the right amount. Tying everything together was excellent service from everyone who we encountered. Knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient, they made our evening all the more pleasant.

First time at Tosca- the ambiance is very cozy, warm and welcoming. They welcome you with foccacia…read morebread and then we ordered the sugo to pair with it. The sugo was really delicious and garlicy- my only negative is I wish they warmed the bread up that is the only thing that would have made it a notch better. We ordered the short rib tagliatelle and the white spaghetti. The beef was super tender and the ragu for the tagliatelle was very good. And the white spaghetti was very well balanced between the acidity from lemon, saltiness from the Parmesan cheese and garlickyness. Definitely recommend!