The food and service was excellent. I ordered the Pianni Sandwich (Figgy & Piggy) and it was beyond good. The waiter helped us celebrate a birthday with a nice free dessert.
Sarah
I love coming here because not only is the food very delicious, but the staff are so sweet and thoughtful. They make you feel extra special here. Perfect for any occasion.
Karin
Lovely ambiance, attentive service and delicious food! We enjoyed celebrating our anniversary with you. Thank you, Stella!
T
Wow lunch in a special restaurant, the chicken parmigiana was excellent, and service at such a high standard that I have not experienced in a long time.
Michelle
What a wonderful place for lunch or dinner. The service was impeccable and the food is amazing! Cannot wait to go back!
Michele
The filet was perfectly cooked. My favorite, always consistent- I've even door dashed this an it came perfect. 10 for consistency. But the atmosphere and the attentive service makes it even better! Thank you Stella for a wonderful meal! 👏👏
stacy
Stella is one of those spots that just gets it right in every way. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels special— but relaxed. The outdoor back area is absolutely stunning, especially at night. The soft lights make it feel so cozy, and I can totally picture it being the perfect spot for a fun party or a laid-back evening with friends. My husband and I love how romantic it feels. We also love the bar area. This restaurant is just gorgeous no mater where you sit! When it comes to the food, it's all top-notch. My go-to's are definitely the Chicken Milanese, which is always so packed with flavor, and the Brown Sage Gnocchi—rich, savory, and comforting all at once. The Filet and the Petrale Sole are other standout, cooked perfectly every time. And don't get me started on the Cheesy Garlic Bread. So yummy. To round it all off, their Espresso Martinis are a must. Smooth, coffee-flavored, and just the right amount of kick to keep the night going. All in all, Stella nails it—beautiful setting, amazing food, and a vibe that makes you want to stay. Highly recommend checking it out!
Rebecca
I love coming to Stella for lunch and dinner. Today we came for lunch and had the Vegetariano Panini and Rigatoni Salsiccia Calabrese, and both were delicious! The food is always wonderful, and the service has always been great. The gorgeous interior has such a cool luxe vibe and the ambience is beautiful and lively. The restaurant itself is very spacious and clean and has a really cool bar for dining or drinks. The dining areas (inside + outside seating with heat lamps) are all comfortable places to enjoy a meal whether on a date or with a group. There's even an upstairs area for dining or private events that overlooks all the action on the first floor. I highly recommend the Fish Market Cheesy Bread as an appetizer, and one of their unique signature cocktails which seem to change seasonally. While I can vouch for every dessert on the menu, my favorite is the affogato. I can't wait to come back!
Ed VanTil
We have been here 3 times, both prior times were much better than this last time. The food was not nearly as good, I'm wondering if the head chef is different. Still very good, just a little off from the first two times.
The server was nice, but not extremely knowledgeable about the cocktails. The truffle gnocchi was excellent and their foccaccia is fantastic. I had the osso bucco, which was wonderfully tender and flavorful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi Di Patate Nonna Nilla, Rosemary Focaccia, Osso Buco Di Vitello
Delightful experience with friendly service. We loved sitting outside!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Claus Weisemann
Nice Italian fare with really friendly service. My Ecuadorian see bass was very good and not as carb heavy as many Italian dishes. My colleagues appeared to enjoy their choices as well. We shared tiramisu for dessert which was ok albeit not brilliant. Overall a good unrushed experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
David Dye
Stella relocated from its previous location to a newly remodeled space on Burlingame Avenue in March 2023. The restaurant still offers a high quality of food and service in a beautifully designed space with multiple dining rooms.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sho Yoshimura
Great authentic Italian joint along the main street in Burlingame. Nice elegant but laid back interiors and atmosphere. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Simple yet refined flavors letting the ingredients speak for themselves.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Rose Nieponice
Excellent service, very good food, but was so disappointed in the tiramisu for my dessert!!!! Stuffed in a glass, extremely sweet, but really, really tasteless.
The food and service was excellent. I ordered the Pianni Sandwich (Figgy & Piggy) and it was beyond good. The waiter helped us celebrate a birthday with a nice free dessert.
I love coming here because not only is the food very delicious, but the staff are so sweet and thoughtful. They make you feel extra special here. Perfect for any occasion.
Lovely ambiance, attentive service and delicious food! We enjoyed celebrating our anniversary with you. Thank you, Stella!
Wow lunch in a special restaurant, the chicken parmigiana was excellent, and service at such a high standard that I have not experienced in a long time.
What a wonderful place for lunch or dinner. The service was impeccable and the food is amazing! Cannot wait to go back!
The filet was perfectly cooked. My favorite, always consistent- I've even door dashed this an it came perfect. 10 for consistency. But the atmosphere and the attentive service makes it even better! Thank you Stella for a wonderful meal! 👏👏
Stella is one of those spots that just gets it right in every way. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere feels special— but relaxed. The outdoor back area is absolutely stunning, especially at night. The soft lights make it feel so cozy, and I can totally picture it being the perfect spot for a fun party or a laid-back evening with friends. My husband and I love how romantic it feels. We also love the bar area. This restaurant is just gorgeous no mater where you sit! When it comes to the food, it's all top-notch. My go-to's are definitely the Chicken Milanese, which is always so packed with flavor, and the Brown Sage Gnocchi—rich, savory, and comforting all at once. The Filet and the Petrale Sole are other standout, cooked perfectly every time. And don't get me started on the Cheesy Garlic Bread. So yummy. To round it all off, their Espresso Martinis are a must. Smooth, coffee-flavored, and just the right amount of kick to keep the night going. All in all, Stella nails it—beautiful setting, amazing food, and a vibe that makes you want to stay. Highly recommend checking it out!
I love coming to Stella for lunch and dinner. Today we came for lunch and had the Vegetariano Panini and Rigatoni Salsiccia Calabrese, and both were delicious! The food is always wonderful, and the service has always been great. The gorgeous interior has such a cool luxe vibe and the ambience is beautiful and lively. The restaurant itself is very spacious and clean and has a really cool bar for dining or drinks. The dining areas (inside + outside seating with heat lamps) are all comfortable places to enjoy a meal whether on a date or with a group. There's even an upstairs area for dining or private events that overlooks all the action on the first floor. I highly recommend the Fish Market Cheesy Bread as an appetizer, and one of their unique signature cocktails which seem to change seasonally. While I can vouch for every dessert on the menu, my favorite is the affogato. I can't wait to come back!
We have been here 3 times, both prior times were much better than this last time. The food was not nearly as good, I'm wondering if the head chef is different. Still very good, just a little off from the first two times.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi Di Patate Nonna Nilla, Rosemary Focaccia, Lasagna Filetto Bolognese
The server was nice, but not extremely knowledgeable about the cocktails. The truffle gnocchi was excellent and their foccaccia is fantastic. I had the osso bucco, which was wonderfully tender and flavorful.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi Di Patate Nonna Nilla, Rosemary Focaccia, Osso Buco Di Vitello
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Delightful experience with friendly service. We loved sitting outside!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice Italian fare with really friendly service. My Ecuadorian see bass was very good and not as carb heavy as many Italian dishes. My colleagues appeared to enjoy their choices as well. We shared tiramisu for dessert which was ok albeit not brilliant. Overall a good unrushed experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Stella relocated from its previous location to a newly remodeled space on Burlingame Avenue in March 2023. The restaurant still offers a high quality of food and service in a beautifully designed space with multiple dining rooms.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great authentic Italian joint along the main street in Burlingame. Nice elegant but laid back interiors and atmosphere. Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Simple yet refined flavors letting the ingredients speak for themselves.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Excellent service, very good food, but was so disappointed in the tiramisu for my dessert!!!! Stuffed in a glass, extremely sweet, but really, really tasteless.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Truffle Stuffed Gnocchi
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