Really well prepared food, we got something from Every…read morecategory and it all came out equal quality made!! The desserts were slightly lacking, but appetizers and entrees were FLAWLESS!! Service was super friendly, he definitely went above the normal for us. Ambiance was casual, we were stuck by the kitchen door so it was a little hectic but the quality of food made up for it!!

We were walking through downtown Traverse City and looking for some place to eat when we passed…read morethis Italian restaurant and figured it looked good. It also smelled like garlic which was awesome. I had Gambaretti which had jumbo shrimp, white wine, lemon, garlic, red paper and I believe it's a type of pasta. It was very good. My friend had the chicken parmigiano which he really liked. This is a very expensive restaurant and it doesn't come with anything else. We ended up paying $6 to get a side a bread with oil and balsamic vinegar. The balsamic was amazing!! My friend also got an Arnold Palmer drink which he said didn't taste very good but he drank most of it anyway.

Made a reservation months in advance and delighted that we took the time. We were greeted by one…read moreof the owners (Susan) as soon as we entered the restaurant. Her warmth and friendliness was matched by the staff who made our dining experience so comfortable. We were promptly seated and received outstanding service. Portions were large and meals come with bread and a house antipasto salad. Our meals were exceptional. My wife had Chicken Saltimbocca and I tried Linguine with Salmon. Chicken was flavorful; salmon was perfect; the pasta was 4 star. The food was so good that we even ventured into a dessert (rare for us). We tried a lemon cake with glaze and VERY fresh strawberries; it was wonderful. A small restaurant that is a gem and well worth it. An outstanding dining experience. Exceptional food; the service and atmosphere were amazing.

Ambiance - intimate, cozy, but also loud Service - had two…read moresteaks ordered medium rare but they were undercooked - sent them back and they came back very burnt on outside, still undercooked but closer (photo) and inedible - sent back again We asked for pasta since they couldnt get the steaks right and thought maybe those meals would be comped but not so much. (Rest of the party was long done by the time we got meals). Asked for the manager but our server (Liz?) said she was the manager and tried to fix it by cooking the steaks more - kinda was uncool to sit while everyone else ate while 2 of our party were waiting. Food : steaks (see above), pesto pasta was good. Heirloom tomato salad was very good but star was tomatoes themselves and presentation was odd with dollop of dressing on each tomato - needed some acidity in the dressing. Chicken saltimbocca was OK but very sweet. Nearby places were closed so we ordered dessert. Tiramisu wasn't very good and peach cake was dry but probably also tainted by the experience. They comped the dessert after we ordered. Bill was over $300 for a crappy experience. Wouldn't recommend. We were here 15 years ago and it was really good and we were looking forward to returning - we live 1600 miles away so it kinda was a big deal to return here over La Becasse. Oh well.

The food is amazing, service is always great! Our last order we took To Go this time and they never…read moredisappoint! We highly recommend this Bistro.

We were a party of 13 here on a Saturday night. For Alma college graduation night, it was…read moresurprisingly not super busy. We arrived early for our reservation, and even though our tables were empty they made us wait until the reservation time. The staff were nice, and the food was good! Everyone was happy with their meals. I liked my chicken pesto Alfredo. The prices were also good.

Vita Bella is the latest Frankfort staple…read more Ed's Italian family recipes, along with tasty fish and steak options. I had the gnocchi with Gorgonzola sauce on my last visit. Don't tell my doctor. Haha. So, good. We often get a wood fired pizza and salads to share, if we're just dropping in. Great bartenders to mix up your favorite cocktail and Peroni on draft. Best harbor view in town and Bocce courts.

Ordered a hot honey pizza to go for $17 and I received a pizza that was so small it wouldn't fill…read moreup a toddler

So great! Service was prompt and professional. Menu changes daily and is exquisite. I enjoyed the…read moreseafood tasting appetizer which was amazing, fresh lettuce cups, perfect bitter crunch, fresh shrimp. I did catch a few shrimp shells but otherwise perfect. I did add a bit of lime juice and salt for flavor. The bread was delicious! I met a new friend at the bar and she and I enjoyed splitting the Wagyu beef 8 ounce with risotto. This was delicious and perfectly prepared rare with a chat. The risotto gravy was a bit rich for me. I would have loved a steak sauce but enjoyed adding lemon butter. Wonderful all around night before my asylum tour.

My husband and I came here to celebrate our 6th wedding anniversary. This was our first date night…read morein over a year after having our baby, so we were really looking forward to a special evening. The restaurant itself had a beautiful, rustic and romantic atmosphere, and the hostess was lovely about accommodating our request for a quieter table. Unfortunately, the experience went downhill once our waitress began taking our order. She initially gave us great wine recommendations and was pleasant while explaining the specials. However, when I decided to order the white pizza instead of the trout because I wanted something lighter, her attitude completely changed. She became noticeably aggressive and dismissive, which made us feel as though we were being judged for choosing a less expensive item from the menu. The service continued to be disappointing. I had to ask for the complimentary bread, and I waited nearly 30 minutes for the second half of my wine. When we asked about it, we were abruptly told that the bar was busy. Her tone throughout the rest of the meal was extremely inconsistent, including literally yelling across the table, "How's the food?" It was so unexpected that my husband and I almost had to laugh. Unfortunately, the food itself didn't make up for the experience. The appetizers were decent, but our mains--the ravioli and white pizza--were very average and lacked flavor. We've been to many fine-dining and Michelin-starred restaurants around the world, and we understand that service can occasionally have an off night. What was disappointing here was feeling judged based on what we chose to order. Customers should feel comfortable ordering anything from a restaurant's own menu without being treated differently because of the price. The restaurant itself has a beautiful atmosphere and a lot of potential, but given our overall experience, we unfortunately won't be returning or recommending it to family and friends.

This place was really good. All the appetizers were good that we ordered. Salads were very…read moredelicious and our main pasta dishes were flavorful and well prepared. Will definitely come back because the service was great and friendly too. A+ spot.

Wow. This is some of the best Italian food I've had outside Italy!…read more Every dish executed with care and the freshest ingredients. Raves for the Carbonara which was sooo decadent but somehow delicate too! Noodles cooked to perfection made the sauce swim in every bite. The calamari was slap your nonna good! Neat twist with the fried pepperoni but perfectly crusted and fried squid. 10/10. The cheesy garlic bread was basically Detroit style pizza - the crust buttery and charred. The Italian sandwich...omg. The fillings are high quality meats that any salumeria would be proud of. The Italian style lager and their Loose Cannon cocktail are sooo good! Great service, if a bit deliberate in a rush, in a really ambient little space. Can't say enough. Estato fantastico

Easy to find Service was awesome…read moreAmbiance was beautiful and clean Bread is out of this world Food was amazing Highly recommend

This used to be our Saturday night "go to"place, but smaller portions and higher prices has been…read morekeeping us away.

Best Italian I've had. The smoke old fashioned was fantastic. Service was exceptional. Our…read moreentire group was very impressed.

Higher end restaraunt at the commons. Enjoyed some dishes more than others but overall a great…read moreexperience. We sat at the bar which was staffed by two very efficient bartenders who did it all. It was nice to be able to see right through to the kitchen from the bar. Really enjoyed the mussel special (not sure if this is always on the menu). The prosciutto fig salad was quite good too but a very small serving size for two people to share as an appetizer. The crostini served with the burrata was very tasty and crispy. The best dish was the fettuccine which has pork ragu and fresh parmesan. This was recommended by our server and it did not disappoint. I only wish there were just a couple more noodles because the amount of meat was very generous. If you're deciding between here and the other Italian place also at the Commons (I don't think I can say it by name) I would actually recommend PepeNero's over that one!!!!

Pizza was AMAZING! Calzones were also amazing. Highly…read morerecommend this place!!!!!!! Best pizza around

Family restaurant, executing its concept. Seems like they were open on a major holiday, so they…read moredidn't let their valued guests down. My expectations were tempered, but they made an original style of pizza that was refreshingly good. Everyone was super nice. Good work. Thank you.