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    Via Appia

    3.6 (145 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Caribbean, Pizza
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    Updated over 3 months ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Fried calamari
    Remy F.

    Service and bartender were great. Watched the USA soccer game here in 2022. Food was solid. Calamari nothing special but for someone from NY was impressed by the pizza. Cool ambiance feels very Italian even while in PR

    I remembered taking the pic after we dug in!  This is half margherita and half veggie - both delish!
    Marie E.

    We have been coming here for over 20 years and they still make the best pizza!! If you like thin crust, New York style, you must try this place!

    Tiramisu, on point!
    Shawn L.

    Great food! Had two meals there, both excellent. A nice, light Italian Hero for lunch and a chicken piccata for dinner. Excellent food, reasonable prices.

    Via Appia Pizza
    Jaime C.

    I've been coming to this restaurant for years. The service, food, and ambience makes it a great place to eat with family. The pizza here is very good. The chicharrones de pollo are a must - get them as an appetizer so you don't miss out. Although the pizza is the go-to here, the entries and daily specials are also very good. The chillo fish filet with white wine and mushroom sauce is one of the best I've had here. They have a comfortable parking area on the back of the restaurant. At night, they have free valet parking.

    Baked lasagna
    Jordon B.

    I've seen this place always packed and finally decided to give it a try. I sat on the patio which I highly recommend. Though they were packed and I had a slight wait the staff swiftly cleared tables. I got the Via Appia pizza which was good and the veggies were fresh and full of flavor. The baked lasagna was hot and cheesy, couldn't ask for it to be any better. Lastly the Ziti was full of flavor and also fresh. The restaurant is of course Italian themed with a wine wall showcasing its offerings.

    Just Your Average Dog W.

    One of my regular go-to places for lunch or dinner. I have been dining here regularly for over 3 years and the food is great, the service is great and the consistency of my experiences is great. I can't say enough about this staple neighborhood eatery with authentic NYC style Italian food and lively local ambiance. I highly recommend and if you're around on a Sunday evening you can pull up a stool to the energetic bar scene.

    Complimentary garlic bread
    Mai L.

    I was in town for a work trip and it was a Wednesday evening. Very convenient and close to Ashford where all the hotels are in the Condado area. It was pretty busy and there was a bar in there for anyone dining alone. I decided to take out so there is a hostess desk right when you walk in. I was greeted immediately and she took my order. I asked how long and she said 15 min. While I was waiting - I was offered a glass of ice to enjoy my bottled beverage I grabbed from the cooler. So I'm felt the service was pretty friendly from the few I interacted with. The restaurant is not fancy and the prices are reasonable especially for the amount of food you get. I asked if bread came with my meal since most Italian restaurants give you a bread basket to begin and she said yes. I ordered spaghetti and meatballs. I got my food in less than 15 min and head back to my hotel to enjoy. Again, I got a lot of food for what I paid. The bread I was given was complimentary but it was garlic bread which i don't mind but wish I would've known so I could ask for plain. The spaghetti sauce was decent and the pasta good. The meatballs were just okay - they didn't see like fresh meatballs. Overall, the restaurant had a fun vibe - patio seating and indoor - very lively. The service was pretty friendly. The food is okay. I can't complain since the price was not bad!

    David M.

    Good pizza and drinks are waiting for you in this Condado area restaurant. We visited on a weekday evening, during a short vacation in February. Party of two were seated right away, on an outside table. We got our drinks within minutes and ordered pizza. It was great - not too thick or thin, just right. In Puerto Rico, it rains every day, and this was not the exception - luckily, although we were outside, the table umbrellas provided the necessary cover. Have not tried any deserts here but, if I am back in the area, I will check them out.

    Mark M.

    We met a bunch of friends here for pizza and drinks and had a great time. The server was friendly and he suggested the supreme pizza which tasted amazing--great tasting crust and fresh meaty toppings. The bread they provide is too airy and light. The pepperoni pizza was good but after a supreme slice, tasted too plain. They had Ultra Beer and I stuck to that. Sitting outside with family and friends eating good pizza and drinking beer is one good time.

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    6 months ago

    Best service anywhere, great food as well. Loved the restaurant location by our hotel on Condado

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    11 months ago

    excellent food, well presented. Waiter was very attentive. And the restaurant was clean and beautiful.

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    3 years ago

    Good for food and service . Pizza is very good. Chicken Parmigiana and spaghetti was also very good

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    2 years ago

    Wonderful atmosphere and friendly service. Spaghetti and meatballs were very good. We'll be back !!

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    Spaghetti and meatballs are excellent. Outdoor dining is great for people watching. Bread is just ok.

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    Good service. basic salad and pasta choices but we all enjoyed the spaghetti w meatballs and Caesar salads.

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    Great place! The staff made the entire ambience. The food and drinks were really good. Marcello is the man!

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    2 years ago

    had a great dinner the nite before but lunch was very disappointing! pizza was undercooked and never saw my server after he took my order !

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    Review Highlights - Via Appia

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    If you're walking by, this restaurant would be very easy to miss. The entrance looks like a doorway…read moreleading to a stairwell or service entrance, and I honestly didn't even notice a sign. Luckily, there was a gentleman outside directing people in, otherwise we may have walked right past it. Once you climb the two flights of stairs, you're rewarded with a beautiful dining space. The restaurant has a rustic, old-world charm with gorgeous décor and an Italian-inspired atmosphere. It immediately felt warm and inviting. There were four of us dining, and we started with two appetizers: the Setas Rellenas and the Chorizo al Vino. Both were excellent, but the Chorizo al Vino was my absolute favorite--absolutely delicious! For my entrée, I ordered the chicken lasagna. I expected chunks of chicken, but it was made with shredded chicken, and wow--it was incredible. The flavor was outstanding, and it ended up being one of my favorite meals of our trip. My husband ordered the beef lasagna, which was also made with shredded beef rather than traditional ground beef. He absolutely loved it. Our friends ordered the Milanesa de Berenjena and the Milanesa de Pollo with a side of gnocchi, and both raved about their meals as well. Since nearly every table seemed to be ordering pizza, we knew we had to try one. We ordered a small pizza for the table, and each of us had a slice. Now we understand why they're known for their pizza--it was fantastic! A special shoutout to our server, Rouil Rodz, who was attentive, friendly, and provided excellent service throughout the evening. Don't let the unassuming entrance fool you. This restaurant is a hidden gem with a beautiful atmosphere, outstanding food, and excellent service. If you're visiting Old San Juan, I highly recommend adding it to your list.

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    Beautiful inside

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    Caprese salad, was incredible

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    La Santurcina - From bar to front of the house

    From bar to front of the house

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