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    4.1 (209 reviews)
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    brunch menu
    Michael S.

    Our foodie group came to Vicino for brunch today and it was very delightful. The ambiance is beautiful and very modern with a gorgeous patio that goes all around the restaurant. Our server, Sophia, was a ray of sunshine and had a bright smile and a warm, friendly personality as soon as she came to our table. We did not have to wait long for anything at our table. The brunch menu was very good and has a good variety of items. The regular menu was terrific and had a good variety of gluten free/vegan items which made our group very happy. I decided to go with a mimosa for my beverage and the breakfast Panini for my entree. The Mimosa was very refreshing and tasted excellent. The bartender prepared it very well. The breakfast Panini was fantastic and tasted amazing. The fried.egg, mozzarella, tomato, and sausage with foccoa bread made for a perfect combination with excellent flavor. The side of pesto also contributed to the flavor of the breakfast Panini. It was a great breakfast and filled me up quickly. Vicino is an excellent brunch place on Mass Ave. and the prices are reasonable, so it is very well worth while to come here with friends or family for brunch on the patio. The croissant with Nutella spread is also terrific and worth checking out on the menu. This is a great restaurant and you will see me here again very soon.

    Spaghetti and meatballs
    Thanh V.

    First time going here and it has a nice ambiance with low lights and nice decor. The seating is a little tight but it can accommodate a lot of guests. It was pretty busy for a week night so service was just a little slower understandably so. The food was okay and felt a little high for the price point. It was $26 for 5 jumbo shrimp and this was an appetizer. We ordered the calamari, spaghetti and meatballs, chicken piccatta, and steak. We weren't really impressed but if you're not worried about pricing, it's worth a try.

    Baristo
    Mary H.

    Has a girls date here right after work to grab an express martini and fries. What more could a girl want?? The bartenders were fun to talk to and we had such a nice time. Would definitely come back here for a date night or girls night.

    Salmon sandwich and soup
    BreAnna D.

    Such a cute spot for lunch! The food is great and the service was amazing! The chef was quick so perfect spot to grab and go!

    Hazelnut capp
    Sana K.

    Ordered the steak n eggs on this sat for brunch. When we walked in no one was there yet. But it got pretty steady during our time here. We sat in the bar area which was a good choice because no one else sat there and the vibe was really nice. We sat in a very sun lit area by the windows of course. We had this area to ourselves and our server Dakota was awesome. Very good energy and vibes. Loved the music. My sister got the salmon sandwich which was very good. I don't usually like salmon but the flavor was really nice. Back to my steak n eggs. Very filling entree. I subbed the potatoes for fries. Their fries are sooo good! I ordered medium well on my steak but should have gone medium as it was well done but still tender. Came with 2 eggs, I got over medium. The salad was actually my fav, I loved the lemon vinaigrette. It said kale but it was spinach I think. I also got a hazelnut cappuccino with almond milk. They use lavazzaa. Always a great time!

    Margarita
    Karen O.

    Another slam dunk meal by Vicino. Let me start by saying we had wonderful service on a busy Friday night. We sat in a cozy booth large enough to fit 3 comfortably. I love the vibe in this place, sleek Italian. The scallops were cooked perfectly and had great flavor accompanied by the sides. Hubs chose the Devour menu and thoroughly enjoyed the fried calamari and lamb ravioli followed by tiramisu for dessert. Another delicious meal

    Portions for 2 appetizers!
    Stefanie W.

    Our group tries different restaurants when we are visiting Old National shows, monthly- and last month, we walked by Vicino- having never heard of it, we checked out the scene and knew we wanted to try it next. It did not disappoint! We even said we plan to visit when we don't have shows! I am not a fan of downtown bc of the busyness and traffic, but now I have a very good reason to drive there! Kevin- the best server was absolutely wonderful to our table, and the whole staff greeted us, even servers walking by! First, the ambiance and atmosphere was perfect! The music was upbeat without being annoying, the colors and artwork gave such a calming presence! The food- man, we are foodies! I ordered the Brie appetizer and none of the girls had had that combination- so it was a perfect introduction to them! Drinks were exceptionally balanced and that bartender was BUSY!!! Every single vegetable that came to our table was flawless bc they weren't soggy and an afterthought- they still had all the crunch and nutrients in them! (Vegetables are not supposed to be mushy- that is for every other restaurant, not here) Recommend the lamb ravioli- it was delicious but we found out they make their own gelato in house!!!! Get the pistachio gelato- IT IS THE VERY BEST WEVE EVER TASTED- that was the groups consensus. Check out the pics to see food presentation!!!

    Baristo and the Cloak and Dagger
    Katresha T.

    It was a beautiful evening to sit on a patio and enjoy some pasta and drinks. We started off with cocktails. My friend ordered their version of the espresso martini called Baristo. I ordered the Cloak and Dagger which was a tequila drink. The Baristo was an absolutely perfect looking Espresso Martini. I did get an opportunity to taste it and it was one of the best espresso martinis I have ever had. My cocktail was good but but it wasnt anything special. I totally regretted not ordering the Baristo. As my entree I got the Carbonara . I was curious because I have never had it. The food came out very quickly. The Carbonara was fine but it didn't have much flavor. I once again tried what my friend ordered and I preferred her gnocchi . It had a lot more flavor. When I return I will definitely be trying some other items. But I will definitely be getting that Baristo.

    Lamb Ravioli with ricotta and demi glace.
    Michelle D.

    Loved our experince and would return when downtown for a pre-show dinner. I adored my lamb ravioli. The chicken pesto was really talked up, but we felt that it fell a little flat. Wonderful espresso martini.

    Lauryn S.

    Finally tried this place a few months ago Honestly, this place is SO cute inside, but I think it would be a better place for drinks as opposed to dinner AND drinks. Why do I say this? The cocktails were DIVINE. You know when you drink a cocktail and you're like "oooh these are dangerous" bc it tastes like juice? Yeah, these are those. They're delicious. For dinner I ordered the chicken parm. I was blown away by the portion size. For the price, I think the size alone is worth it. However, the quality of the food is what surprised me. The restaurant itself seems to be quite elevated, but the food was subpar. When I lifted my chicken off the noodles, there was mozzarella melted on top but it looked like the good & gather shredded cheese in a bag from target. The center of the pasta was also cold and it looked like they poured store bought sauce from the jar on top. The chicken was really crispy and tasty, but I feel like the spaghetti portion I could have easily made by myself at home (and I could have also made it better) One of my friends ordered the margherita pizza and she liked it/said it was good. My other friend ordered cacio e pepe with shredded chicken. She liked it but a few hours later she couldn't stop throwing up which we assumed was food poisoning as she did not have any other foods or drinks between consumption and her vomiting episode. To end on a positive note, our waiter was really nice and did not rush us out even though we had been at our table for over 2 hours

    Faccia and olives
    Carla S.

    We went out to dinner Friday night. We love hanging out on Mass Ave and the weather was so beautiful. I got the chicken picada, and my husband got chicken palm. Bread dosnt come to the table unless you order it as an app, so we did and I'm so glad that we did because it was delicious. Drinks were perfect and the Atmosphere was beautiful.

    Arija D.

    Vicino is such a beautiful restaurant with the cutest decor. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, perfect for a dinner out on Mass Ave. I started with a delicious cocktail and shared the meatballs and calamari for appetizers. Both arrived warm, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. For my entrée, I had the wood oven chicken with fingerling potatoes and carrots. It was a tough choice with so many tempting options, but everything was delicious. Next time I'm definitely trying the lasagna. I've already got my eye on it! Service was good, no complaints. I've had better and I've had worse. Overall, a great spot and I can't wait to return!

    Lilia Z.

    Celebrated a double birthday here. It was still nice enough to sit outside, but beware of people smoking above you and tossing their cigarette... Overall pasta was good, but not the best in the city.

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    Iozzo's Garden of Italy - Gem Salad

    Iozzo's Garden of Italy

    4.3(766 reviews)
    1.3 miPogue's Run
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    Generally a "decent" experience overalls with some negative issues intermixed with some positives…read more The calamari was rubbery to the point where we could not enjoy eating it but our server told us the manager took it off our bill. The entrees (the monkfish special and the carbonara) were good but not great. I did appreciate the crispy, smoky pancetta in the carbonara but the monkfish had a somewhat mushy texture rather than the he firmness we would normally expect. The biggest issue, though, was the check. The calamari never came off, the meatballs for the children's pasta were more expensive than what was on the menu, and we were charged for an extra calamari dipping sauce that we did not ask for. Most of these problems were fixed but the whole thing illustrated a lack of attention to detail and an appearance of up-charging the customer in any way possible. Overall: Food: fair 4/5 Service: decent 3.5/5 Pricing: suspicious 2/5

    We went back for a Valentine's Day date. Phil was our server again (awesome!)…read more We had the lasagna and shrimp pesto pasta special with a side of brussel sprouts and we both had their house salad + appetizer of cheesy garlic bread and marinara. While I don't think we should get an appetizer again because it was so much food, the marinara that can with the cheesy garlic bread was phenomenal. Both of our entrees were delicious! A ton of food. I wish we could have taken some home, but we're going to a show after. Brussel sprouts were to die for.... So good. Love the glaze they put on them. Again, I think we could have been fine with just our entrees and salads, but all the food we tried was so delicious - I am really glad we did. We may not make it back as often as I would like, but we love the ambiance, service, and food. This is a special place for us and we hope to share it with others.

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    Main dining area inside

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    Bocca

    Bocca

    4.6(251 reviews)
    1.7 miHerron Morton Place
    $$$

    Bocca has quickly become one of my favorite Italian spots in town. Every time I've gone, I've been…read morelucky enough to get seated right away, but honestly, don't risk it. This place is popular for a reason, so do yourself a favor and make a reservation. First of all, $1 oysters on Mondays? Say less. Such a great deal, and they're always fresh and delicious. It's the perfect excuse to start the week off right. Beyond that, the menu is full of solid Italian classics done really well. The ambiance is warm and inviting, dim lighting, cozy but still lively, and perfect whether you're on a date or catching up with friends. The service has consistently been fantastic. Attentive without hovering, friendly without being over the top. One quick note for anyone gluten-free: when you see "GF" next to an item, it doesn't automatically mean it's gluten-free as listed. It means it can be made gluten-free. Definitely ask your server for clarification to be safe. Highly recommend - just book that reservation! :D

    I was looking forward to a nice Italian meal especially with all the glowing reviews for this…read moreBocca. I'm glad that I made a reservation because this place gets busy. The service was friendly and was knowledgeable especially with their drinks. We came during happy hour and the options for a spritz were a lot for this newbie, but our waitress was kind and informative. We started with a half order of summer caprese, which was stock full of strawberries and watermelon. The nuts were old, and there wasn't much of a lemon vinaigrette and balsamic drizzle leaving the salad kind of tasteless. There were three kinds of oysters available and they were exactly as described. They tasted fresh and presented well. Unfortunately the mussels we ordered were the opposite of the oysters. It had an unpleasant odor, the mussels were rubbery, and there was not much flavor in the chili broth with butter and beer. It appears these were overcooked. As for the Bolognese, the fettuccine was cooked perfectly, however the sauce was lacking depth and attributes of a slow-cooked, simmered sauce made with wine, mirepoix, and some quality tomatoes. While the staff here are attentive and friendly, the food left a lot to be desired. The drinks were a highlight, and the bread a good start, but the entree's need more attention.

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    Bar seating

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    HH oysters & Italian 75

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    Capri

    Capri

    4.3(372 reviews)
    8.3 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    75 years in business

    Food is always on point Services impeccable. Ambience…read moreisawesome. This is my FAVORITE restaurant

    Tucked away from the main drag of the north side, you'll find a delightful little brick building…read morethat is Capri. Though there's very little to bloom in winter, it looks like they grow vines along the trimmings of the building and over the pergola covered patio. The inside is still charming, with a wall of wines if you fancy a bottle. Our group of 5 came on a Wednesday night, which doesn't seem to be too busy for them. The experience of Capri is very luxe, having the most attentive tuxedo-clad staff who make sure your water glass never reaches a halfway point. Our server Alexis was helpful in answering all our questions. We had other staff who came around to wait on our table, but I don't recall their names. I found it impressive that staff who were bringing food out to the tables were holding the serving trays overhead! Now that's some shoulder strength AND mobility! For the first course of appetizers, I went a little basic which might have been a stumble on my part. I got a Caesar salad, which came with more iceberg lettuce as opposed to leafy romaine. The dressing was really good though, and adding more Parmesan and pepper on top always helps. I've heard before how the lasagna is incredible here, so that's the direction I went. The veal bolognese option is heavenly, with so many layers of meat and pasta and sauce. I would get this again in a heartbeat! For dessert, I went with an affogato. It's the only way to end the night with Italian food! The espresso had a really nice flavor to pair with vanilla gelato.

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    Capri - View of front door and beautiful dining room.

    View of front door and beautiful dining room.

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    Smoked salmon salad

    Capri - We enjoy dining in the bar area.

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    We enjoy dining in the bar area.

    Sangiovese Ristorante - Pasta

    Sangiovese Ristorante

    4.3(304 reviews)
    9.8 mi
    $$$

    Pretty impressed with the pasta sauce; pasta texture did not have any chew which I like…read more Complimentary bread 6.5/10 was a little tough Olive oil smelled more fragrant than it tasted Fried ravioli 8/10 Basically elevated mozzarella sticks and pretty yummy The pasta dough is was crispy and chewy Penne alla emiliana 8.5/10 Flavor was so potent if you like meaty (sausage and prosciutto) and tomato sauce Linguini frutti di marre 9/10 -1 point mainly because the pasta doesn't taste handmade/Lacking the al dente chew. It was our server's fav pasta so I had to pick this one deciding between two options It was plated so pretty too The garlic white wine sauce had a good tang to it as well which I really enjoyed Blueberry bliss 8.5/10 Prosecco based cocktail, very easy to drink Pear strawberry cocktail 6.5/10 Surprisingly kinda strong and had medicine taste I would get a glass of wine next time Vibes were nice and cozy, a little bit too dark imo Service was very nice, I got extra plate and small fork to eat my mussels without needing to ask Cannoli for birthday was free too (mentioned bday in reservation) Cannoli 7.5/10 Best cannoli I had. (I don't think this my taste Ind deserts tho hence the average score) I enjoyed the extra toppings (chocolate chips and syrup) and the shell has like cinnamon or cocoa powder or something for more flavor

    Food: All of it was spectacular! First we were served fresh bread with infused oil. Bread was soft…read moreyet still crunchy and warm. Oil was superb! I loved both appetizers. The Heirloom salad dish with tomatoes, spring mix, burrata with balsamic was so fresh and tasty! The calamari had a variety of pieces and was so delicious. That aioli really set it apart. The pasta was amazing! I loved the veggies included and the protein was seasoned well. That tiramisu was one of the best in the city Service: Our server was attentive, communicative and very kind! Ambiance: It is a small, intimate vibe that really sets the stage. While I enjoy intimacy, the walk aisles were narrow. A few times servers walked with trays over my head to fit through. Also the day we walked in, the air conditioning was barely working. It was warm in there and it would've been nice if the staff initially addressed it and apologized vs us having to bring it up and ask. Would recommend this vibe for an intimate date or girls night out

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    Sangiovese Ristorante - Inside the restaurant--lovely ambiance!

    Inside the restaurant--lovely ambiance!

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    Ambrosia

    Ambrosia

    4.2(356 reviews)
    6.2 miBroad Ripple, SoBro, Meridian Kessler
    $$

    It's been 8 years since I returned to this restaurant and it is still as good as it gets. This was…read moremy friends' favorite restaurant so I decided to treat them as well as revisit it myself. I ordered the Lavanda cocktail to start, a mixture of gin and prosecco. It looked as good as it tasted. My friends ordered white wine and a Cherry Coke Old Fashioned. The server (who was attentive and excellent) said the drink was not as sweet as it may sound so my friend gave it a try. He loved it! We shared the mussels and the sauce was the defining moment that made this appetizer. My friends ordered various pasta dishes and I went with the scallops. The scallops presentation alone made all of our eyes pop. The scallops were on individual beds of roasted red pepper cream risotto, sautéed spinach and a brandy cream sauce. It was perfection. All in all, another great meal and experience.

    We ordered many things on the menu & every bite was spectacular from the burrata, bruschetta,…read moremeatballs as apps... the limone spaghetti, bolognese, scallops, gnocchi for meals... and the beverages of Old Fashion, spritzes, and coffees. Every bite was something to remember! Service was excellent and personal. Parking lot in back, so no street parking needed. This place deserves to have a wait list and no open tables! Go enjoy a little taste of Italy and their family recipes! You will not be disappointed.

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    Fettuccine Bolognese

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