Awesome tasty food, excellent service. I got the chicken cannelloni and it was delicious
Denis Ch
Not tasty at all
Alejandro Olivas
Very over priced chicken parmesan that had canned tomato sauce. Would not recommend it at all. The only good thing was that I knew I wasn't going to get food poisoning because the chicken was so burnt.
Hayoung Jeong
It's my second time here, and everything I've tasted, pizza, pasta, salad, is delicious. Whatever you order, you'll get a good taste. And the staff is nice.
Elaine Chan
a local known for its homemade pasta and pizza
I tried the Chicken Cannelloni, and it was a standout. The fresh pasta was filled with chicken, mushrooms, spinach, quattro formaggi, and oregano, then baked in a rich provolone and marsala cream sauce, topped with toasted pine nuts. The sauce is so rich and velvety
I also tried the Shrimp Pie. It came with prawns, rock shrimp, pesto, pine nuts, and plenty of melty cheese. The shrimp was fresh and well-seasoned, and the combination worked beautifully.
Their tiramisu is a must try and it did not disappoint. Classic Italian style — bold coffee flavor, not too sweet, and perfectly creamy.
Judy M
After being around all these years, Mio Vicino is still a gem of a spot for Italian cravings!
Sam Behnam
It's a homey restaurant. Food is great and service is very friendly. I definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aroop Pattanaik
Chicken Cannelloni and Linguine
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Cindy LAM
The mussels and clams were salty. I'm not sure was it caused by the sauce or excessive salt. Anyway, the pasta and risotto tasted good.
On September 11, 2024, while on a business trip to Santa Clara, I took a customer’s recommendation to try Mio Vicino. Tucked away in a strip mall, this little gem was rather unassuming but packed with delightful surprises.
I decided to start with the Gorgonzola Gnocchi and a Caesar Salad. The gnocchi was fabulous! Served piping hot, it was cooked to perfection with just the right amount of al dente bite. The creamy sauce was rich yet not overwhelming, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. The addition of walnuts added a special kick, enhancing the dish's overall profile. The portion size was perfect—not too large, leaving me satisfied but not overly full.
The Caesar salad was decent, with the dressing evenly tossed throughout, though it didn’t stand out as much as the gnocchi. Notably, I found it curious that the waitress did not offer any bread, which is often a staple at Italian restaurants.
For dessert, I couldn't resist the cannoli paired with coffee. It was enjoyable, landing around a solid 4 out of 5, but the stellar gnocchi clinched this review for Mio Vicino. Despite a marginal service experience with my waitress, the attentiveness of the other staff in refilling my tea was commendable.
Overall, Mio Vicino exceeded my expectations, and I left feeling delighted. Despite minor service hiccups, their culinary prowess, especially with the gnocchi, earned them a well-deserved 5 stars!
Parking: Plenty of free parking in the adjacent lot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi
John Bartol
Great Pizza and Pasta.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Marinara with Meatball
Tais Martorano
This is the type of place you want to keep as your secret yum spot! Honestly, this is what my grandmother's dishes tasted like. So good! Don't tell anyone or do, they are amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
chuck tully's
I really enjoy this place and need to remember to go there more often on my trips to the Bay Area. The food is consistently great, and I appreciate the cell of its cozy footprint.
Awesome tasty food, excellent service. I got the chicken cannelloni and it was delicious
Not tasty at all
Very over priced chicken parmesan that had canned tomato sauce. Would not recommend it at all. The only good thing was that I knew I wasn't going to get food poisoning because the chicken was so burnt.
It's my second time here, and everything I've tasted, pizza, pasta, salad, is delicious. Whatever you order, you'll get a good taste. And the staff is nice.
a local known for its homemade pasta and pizza
I tried the Chicken Cannelloni, and it was a standout. The fresh pasta was filled with chicken, mushrooms, spinach, quattro formaggi, and oregano, then baked in a rich provolone and marsala cream sauce, topped with toasted pine nuts. The sauce is so rich and velvety
I also tried the Shrimp Pie. It came with prawns, rock shrimp, pesto, pine nuts, and plenty of melty cheese. The shrimp was fresh and well-seasoned, and the combination worked beautifully.
Their tiramisu is a must try and it did not disappoint. Classic Italian style — bold coffee flavor, not too sweet, and perfectly creamy.
After being around all these years, Mio Vicino is still a gem of a spot for Italian cravings!
It's a homey restaurant. Food is great and service is very friendly. I definitely recommend
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chicken Cannelloni and Linguine
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
The mussels and clams were salty. I'm not sure was it caused by the sauce or excessive salt. Anyway, the pasta and risotto tasted good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Every food good. Happy and like
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 4
Restaurantji Recommends
**Restaurant Review: Mio Vicino**
Rating: ★★★★★
On September 11, 2024, while on a business trip to Santa Clara, I took a customer’s recommendation to try Mio Vicino. Tucked away in a strip mall, this little gem was rather unassuming but packed with delightful surprises.
I decided to start with the Gorgonzola Gnocchi and a Caesar Salad. The gnocchi was fabulous! Served piping hot, it was cooked to perfection with just the right amount of al dente bite. The creamy sauce was rich yet not overwhelming, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. The addition of walnuts added a special kick, enhancing the dish's overall profile. The portion size was perfect—not too large, leaving me satisfied but not overly full.
The Caesar salad was decent, with the dressing evenly tossed throughout, though it didn’t stand out as much as the gnocchi. Notably, I found it curious that the waitress did not offer any bread, which is often a staple at Italian restaurants.
For dessert, I couldn't resist the cannoli paired with coffee. It was enjoyable, landing around a solid 4 out of 5, but the stellar gnocchi clinched this review for Mio Vicino. Despite a marginal service experience with my waitress, the attentiveness of the other staff in refilling my tea was commendable.
Overall, Mio Vicino exceeded my expectations, and I left feeling delighted. Despite minor service hiccups, their culinary prowess, especially with the gnocchi, earned them a well-deserved 5 stars!
Parking: Plenty of free parking in the adjacent lot.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi
Great Pizza and Pasta.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti Marinara with Meatball
This is the type of place you want to keep as your secret yum spot! Honestly, this is what my grandmother's dishes tasted like. So good! Don't tell anyone or do, they are amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I really enjoy this place and need to remember to go there more often on my trips to the Bay Area. The food is consistently great, and I appreciate the cell of its cozy footprint.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi, Creme Brulee, Chicken Parmesan
Lovely, authentic Italian good
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
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