The food here was soo delicious!! We ordered the Ancient Grain Cheese Cannelloni and the Pennoni alla Norma (with Pennoni subbed for a very nice, soft Tagliatelle). The crepes in the Cannelloni were just the right amount of crispy, the Sheep milk ricotta had a very nice unique flavor, and the tomatoes were so well cooked and flavorful. Everything worked together so well! And the eggplant in the Pennoni alla Norma literally melted in your mouth leaving just the flavor of pure eggplant goodness. Paired with a very nice tomato garlicky sauce, and the very soft pasta noodles, it was also a very comforting dish. My girlfriend and I were both very impressed with both dishes! The serving sizes were also enough to leave us very filled after both dishes, and the prices were appropriate for the quality and amount of food.
Being vegetarian, I was very happy to see the wide variety of vegetarian options as main entrees on the menu. At many places, I've found that the vegetarian options are basically the non-vegetarian options with meat removed, but the vegetarian options here all felt like very complete and intentional meals designed to be had as is.
The service was also phenomenal. Our waitress was very nice and was patient in giving us recommendations. And at the end, one of the other ladies gave us a very passionate and interesting lesson on the history of Sicilian cuisine and how it is influenced by so many different cultures!
Parking: Free street parking at night, we found a spot just around the corner
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pennoni Alla Norma
Denise Gard
Incredible food and service. Their gnocchi is GF. They were like pillows of heaven. I would eat here all the time if I lived here.
Dietary restrictions: Gnocchi is Gluten Free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pappardelle Bolognese
lunchbox
Amazing pizza ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ron Kuebler
Fresh and delicious pasta!
Nicola Gardner
Decent and edible. But not enough to return. Staff seemed nice.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
American Angler
I had thought we went to Lo Coco's to get the Lasagna, because it's the best in Crazy Town! I had to do a favor for my pal Tuba Joe Greenfield...the favor was taking his 40 year old sister, Tootie out to lunch! On a date! Jeez! Why do I always get stuck in the mud! Well, I picked up this gal up in El Cerrito and told her we're going to Lo Coco's Italian Restaurant ..because the Lasagna is Amazing! Anyway...we call Joe, Tuba Joe because he weighs in at about 300 pounds, and I'll tell you what, his sister Tootie is a cool 350 it was all she could muster to get into the truck. We got on our way to Lo Coco's and tells me she's a Vegan! I thought she was joking...she wasn't, and then she started telling me what she expects me to eat while we dine together. Well, I told her straight up..Look, I can take you home or I can drop you off at the feed and grain store and you can get a bale of alfalfa. I took her home, and called Tuba Joe and he laughed for 10 minutes. Anyway...that tubby Tootie had me all spun around and backwards, so much so.. I thought I was at Lo Coco's having Lasagna, and it's a good thing it was such an Amazing Lasagna because it made the day perfect. 5 stars ☆☆☆☆☆
Tsering Tsomo
Good food, excellent service and good vibes. First time and definitely coming back:)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Heather Zulim
Hands down my favorite Italian restaurant in Berkeley. It feels like someone’s Italian Grandma is in the kitchen because this food is made with love. It’s all classic Italian dishes, no frills and super seasonal. All of the pasta is homemade and perfectly cooked. I highly recommend the ravioli con sugo. It’s simple but so comforting and perfectly executed. You honestly can’t go wrong here though. The bread was incredible and the cannoli was perfect. If you have to get only one thing though, get the meatballs. Better yet, get one on your pasta. ? Lococo should be your next stop for a cozy, classic, and quality Italian spot, it’s so good!
Recommended dishes: Flat Bread, Sugo with Meatballs, Authentic Home-Made Tiramisu, Pizza Margherita, Ravioli Con Sugo
Dine in: Yes
Outdoor seating: No
Bianca Beverina
Family owned and you can tell by the quality food and service!The family loves bringing good authentic food to their customers and they have a great time while serving their customers.Best place I have ever enjoyed Italian food!
Christopher JUE
Authentic Sicilian comfort dishes of the highest quality made with love and by the most beautiful family. A true treasure of the Bay Area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sugo with Meatballs, Authentic Home-Made Tiramisu, Pappardelle Porcini, Pappardelle Bolognese, One Order of Flat Bread, Pennoni Alla Norma
Truly Amazing!!! Pesto Ravioli and Gnocchi were Spectacular! Their Housemade Olive Oil and Bread Out of This World!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mrshantidas8
Sasha made me a wonderful Eggplant Parmesan dish with tasty meatballs! He really took care of me. I felt welcome by the staff. It’s more of a family….i will definitely return soon… a mangare! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Trish Liszka
The customer service was above and beyond. Frank was so thoughtful and had some surprise food for us as soon as we got seated after the wait.All of the food we had was so fresh and absolutely delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
V O
Seeking fantastic southern Italian foods? This is the place! My 1st time here.. they had newly opened on a Friday, I came in on Saturday back in the 80's... I've been returning ever since. The meatballs are Off the Hook! For sure You will find something you like! No disappointments here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lynn McAlister
Really yummy pasta, good wine, nice cozy environment.
The food here was soo delicious!! We ordered the Ancient Grain Cheese Cannelloni and the Pennoni alla Norma (with Pennoni subbed for a very nice, soft Tagliatelle). The crepes in the Cannelloni were just the right amount of crispy, the Sheep milk ricotta had a very nice unique flavor, and the tomatoes were so well cooked and flavorful. Everything worked together so well! And the eggplant in the Pennoni alla Norma literally melted in your mouth leaving just the flavor of pure eggplant goodness. Paired with a very nice tomato garlicky sauce, and the very soft pasta noodles, it was also a very comforting dish. My girlfriend and I were both very impressed with both dishes! The serving sizes were also enough to leave us very filled after both dishes, and the prices were appropriate for the quality and amount of food.
Being vegetarian, I was very happy to see the wide variety of vegetarian options as main entrees on the menu. At many places, I've found that the vegetarian options are basically the non-vegetarian options with meat removed, but the vegetarian options here all felt like very complete and intentional meals designed to be had as is.
The service was also phenomenal. Our waitress was very nice and was patient in giving us recommendations. And at the end, one of the other ladies gave us a very passionate and interesting lesson on the history of Sicilian cuisine and how it is influenced by so many different cultures!
Parking: Free street parking at night, we found a spot just around the corner
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pennoni Alla Norma
Incredible food and service. Their gnocchi is GF. They were like pillows of heaven. I would eat here all the time if I lived here.
Dietary restrictions: Gnocchi is Gluten Free.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pappardelle Bolognese
Amazing pizza ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Fresh and delicious pasta!
Decent and edible. But not enough to return. Staff seemed nice.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 3
I had thought we went to Lo Coco's to get the Lasagna, because it's the best in Crazy Town!
I had to do a favor for my pal Tuba Joe Greenfield...the favor was taking his 40 year old sister, Tootie out to lunch! On a date! Jeez! Why do I always get stuck in the mud! Well, I picked up this gal up in El Cerrito and told her we're going to Lo Coco's Italian Restaurant ..because the Lasagna is Amazing! Anyway...we call Joe, Tuba Joe because he weighs in at about 300 pounds, and I'll tell you what, his sister Tootie is a cool 350 it was all she could muster to get into the truck. We got on our way to Lo Coco's and tells me she's a Vegan! I thought she was joking...she wasn't, and then she started telling me what she expects me to eat while we dine together.
Well, I told her straight up..Look, I can take you home or I can drop you off at the feed and grain store and you can get a bale of alfalfa. I took her home, and called Tuba Joe and he laughed for 10 minutes. Anyway...that tubby Tootie had me all spun around and backwards, so much so.. I thought I was at Lo Coco's having Lasagna, and it's a good thing it was such an Amazing Lasagna because it made the day perfect. 5 stars ☆☆☆☆☆
Good food, excellent service and good vibes. First time and definitely coming back:)
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hands down my favorite Italian restaurant in Berkeley. It feels like someone’s Italian Grandma is in the kitchen because this food is made with love. It’s all classic Italian dishes, no frills and super seasonal. All of the pasta is homemade and perfectly cooked. I highly recommend the ravioli con sugo. It’s simple but so comforting and perfectly executed. You honestly can’t go wrong here though. The bread was incredible and the cannoli was perfect. If you have to get only one thing though, get the meatballs. Better yet, get one on your pasta. ? Lococo should be your next stop for a cozy, classic, and quality Italian spot, it’s so good!
Recommended dishes: Flat Bread, Sugo with Meatballs, Authentic Home-Made Tiramisu, Pizza Margherita, Ravioli Con Sugo Dine in: Yes Outdoor seating: No
Family owned and you can tell by the quality food and service!The family loves bringing good authentic food to their customers and they have a great time while serving their customers.Best place I have ever enjoyed Italian food!
Authentic Sicilian comfort dishes of the highest quality made with love and by the most beautiful family. A true treasure of the Bay Area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sugo with Meatballs, Authentic Home-Made Tiramisu, Pappardelle Porcini, Pappardelle Bolognese, One Order of Flat Bread, Pennoni Alla Norma
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Truly Amazing!!! Pesto Ravioli and Gnocchi were Spectacular! Their Housemade Olive Oil and Bread Out of This World!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sasha made me a wonderful Eggplant Parmesan dish with tasty meatballs! He really took care of me. I felt welcome by the staff. It’s more of a family….i will definitely return soon… a mangare! ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The customer service was above and beyond. Frank was so thoughtful and had some surprise food for us as soon as we got seated after the wait.All of the food we had was so fresh and absolutely delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Seeking fantastic southern Italian foods? This is the place! My 1st time here.. they had newly opened on a Friday, I came in on Saturday back in the 80's... I've been returning ever since. The meatballs are Off the Hook! For sure You will find something you like! No disappointments here!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really yummy pasta, good wine, nice cozy environment.
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
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