We love this place. I've lived in Orlando/Dr Phillips since 1987 and Theresa, the proprietor, used to be my neighbor. This is not only a class act it is a touch of Italy. The entire family is involved--the chef is Theresa's son--and the atmosphere is what I've experienced as an aircrew member in Italy. It's my favorite restaurant in Orlando.
Amanda H
I was extremely disappointed with the food. The only good thing to eat was the bread and the risotto was good. We ordered the calamari which was a bit slimy and did not taste fully cooked. The chicken soup was very watery and had no flavor, although if you add a lot of salt and don’t mind it being watery it wasn’t the worse. But the worst dish was the pasta carbonara. First off, it smelled awful. Like dirty gym socks that have been sitting out for at least a week. And then the taste was just as bad as the smell. I took one bite and regretted it instantly. Even my husband was shocked by the awful smell and taste. Very disappointed with everything!
Rafael S
We did not try the food because we left. What a standoffish place! We just moved to the area, called the place asking for “happy hour”, they told us they were “happy people” but when we arrived the Hostess (an older lady with an attitude) was standoffish (like they have enough customers and you are not one of them, although the place was half empty). The atmosphere is very boring, the place was hot inside as well. When we saw that no server came to our table in a reasonable time we left….The last time we had such an awful service was in a small neighborhood cafe in Paris were English was not a welcome language. We went to a nearby Oysters place and had an awesome time. Don’t bother here unless you are a masochist.
Guide56718492932
Every time we visit Orlando we visit. Have been for almost 20 years. After that much time goes by some restaurants loose their edge. Not this one. Try it you’re gonna like it.
Joe B
Everything was very good and authentic Italian cuisine. Good cocktails and wine list. The caprese needed some Balsamic Vinaigrette added to it. All of our pasta dishes were very tasty. We will come back here.
kchawkeyes
4.3. Bar service was very slow due to packed house. Received drinks after appetizers. Meat balls were served warm at best but excellent taste. All other food was excellent. Server was excellent.
Pizzapug
As an Italian and having been taught how to cook by my Mom and Nonnas, I have a very picky pallet! I’m hard to please when it comes to Italian food! We had the Veal Marsala with Fettucine Alfredo and my wife had the Chicken Parm with penne a la vodka; calamari and bruscetta as apps. This place was amazing!! The sauces were all on point and the meat was tender, bread fresh, everything perfect! This is the real deal Italian! Hate going places that claim to be Italian and they simply garlic the heck out of everything. These guys are doing it right! The service was amazing and fast, not rushed but nice and prompt. Our server was Marla, she was top notch, friendly & attentive. We were celebrating our 30th anniversary, felt like having Italian while vacationing in Orlando and found this gem! We will definitely be back! Thanks Marla for making us feel welcome and looking after us!
INM30
Very tasty very delicious italian food specially wooden oven pizza which is a really Pizzeria place love cheesy one, also pasta was good a big collection in menu.
Ashley S
This is a nice little Italian restaurant found in a plaza. It is a bit hidden away but when me and my husband got there we realized it was very well known because of how busy it was. All staff and workers were very friendly. Service was very good! Their bread there is amazing! It tastes freshly baked (prolly one of the best breads I have had out). Me and my husband ordered their Dee fried risotto balls which were VERY good. I have never had anything quite like that but yum! We then got 2 entrees which were good as well. The only reason I am giving 4 stars is because the chicken in my pasta had a very weird consistency. Not sure what was the problem but it was still good. We will definitely be coming back when we travel back to the Orlando area!
778celestep
My husband and I were looking for a good Italian restaurant while we were staying in Orlando this past spring. From the Trip Advisor reviews, we decided to try Fresco's and we were VERY happy we did. The extensive menu offerings gave us plenty of items to choose from. We shared a caprese salad appetizer. I had pasta with arrabbiata sauce and my husband had the orecchiette. Both meals were delicious. The prices are also reasonable.
Great food and service. Food was outstanding and large portions. Chianti very good and outstanding Expresso Martinis. Joellen the bartender was superb. Prices very reasonable for resort area. Caprese very fresh and Chicken with artichoke sauce tender and pasta just right. Highly recommend and I’m a big foodie.
tazmtnbiker
We have many favorite restaurants when we visit Kissimmee. We are about 30 minutes away. This restaurant is simply the best in the area. We love Great Italian food and this place just rocks it. The apps were excellent. We ordered the Clams Oreganata which is excellent. Great broth with pieces of Italian sausage and Gaelic. The calamari is excellent. Lightly breaded and deliscious. We really enjoyed the goat cheese salad. The chicken artichoke entree was amazingly good. The veal picata was excellent with penne. The penne was cooked properly and the white wine sauce was deliscious. So we of course HAD to do dessert. The lemoncello was light and tasty. The chocolate cake over cheese cake was excellent. I just had the veal picata leftovers for lunch and it was fantastic. Our server Jessica was excellent. I love Italian and this is definitely one of the best. We travel a lot and this is a definite when in the area. Simply the best and love the ambiance. Friendly staff. Great food.
Yomz_Perdomo
It was my last night in Orlando and wa slokking for a nice restaurant. Found this gem in Goolgle Search, being so close to my hotel I gave it a try. The place was packet, had to wait a little for a spot at the bar, but it was totally worth it. The ambience, food, servers, the treatment was like going to a friends house. Will deffinitively come back again.
Donna M
Not happy. When we went to pay for our lunch we noticed we were charged more for three items than what was stated on the menu. When I brought it to the waitress' attention I was told that the manager had just raised prices but she guesses he did not do so on menu. She continued to explain he had already updated higher prices online as well. So I asked her to speak to the manager about it and she said she would. She returns with my credit card and the receipt shows I was still charged the higher prices. She didn’t say a word and just started to walk away without addressing my concerns at all. I called to her and said, “what did the manager say?" She just replied oh he's not here right now and walked away. Wow. So...after we left the restaurant, I got on my cell phone and looked up their menu prices that the waitress claimed had already been updated with the new, higher prices. Well guess what!? The prices online are listed even CHEAPER than what's on the eat-in restaurant menu! Feeling ripped off and scammed.
Andrew H
Someone earlier said this place was Slap your Momma good...and it is THE LEGIT. Food was beyond amazing. Service was exceptional. And I wouldn't have been shocked to see Frank, Dino, Sammy or Tony Soprano there. There is NOTHING BAD I can possible say about the place. Amazing food for ROCK BOTTOM prices. My only question is why aren't they charging more. Do yourself a favor when in the town of Mouse and Potter and fins this hidden gem
We love this place. I've lived in Orlando/Dr Phillips since 1987 and Theresa, the proprietor, used to be my neighbor. This is not only a class act it is a touch of Italy. The entire family is involved--the chef is Theresa's son--and the atmosphere is what I've experienced as an aircrew member in Italy. It's my favorite restaurant in Orlando.
I was extremely disappointed with the food. The only good thing to eat was the bread and the risotto was good. We ordered the calamari which was a bit slimy and did not taste fully cooked. The chicken soup was very watery and had no flavor, although if you add a lot of salt and don’t mind it being watery it wasn’t the worse. But the worst dish was the pasta carbonara. First off, it smelled awful. Like dirty gym socks that have been sitting out for at least a week. And then the taste was just as bad as the smell. I took one bite and regretted it instantly. Even my husband was shocked by the awful smell and taste. Very disappointed with everything!
We did not try the food because we left. What a standoffish place! We just moved to the area, called the place asking for “happy hour”, they told us they were “happy people” but when we arrived the Hostess (an older lady with an attitude) was standoffish (like they have enough customers and you are not one of them, although the place was half empty). The atmosphere is very boring, the place was hot inside as well. When we saw that no server came to our table in a reasonable time we left….The last time we had such an awful service was in a small neighborhood cafe in Paris were English was not a welcome language. We went to a nearby Oysters place and had an awesome time. Don’t bother here unless you are a masochist.
Every time we visit Orlando we visit. Have been for almost 20 years. After that much time goes by some restaurants loose their edge. Not this one. Try it you’re gonna like it.
Everything was very good and authentic Italian cuisine. Good cocktails and wine list. The caprese needed some Balsamic Vinaigrette added to it. All of our pasta dishes were very tasty. We will come back here.
4.3. Bar service was very slow due to packed house. Received drinks after appetizers. Meat balls were served warm at best but excellent taste. All other food was excellent. Server was excellent.
As an Italian and having been taught how to cook by my Mom and Nonnas, I have a very picky pallet! I’m hard to please when it comes to Italian food! We had the Veal Marsala with Fettucine Alfredo and my wife had the Chicken Parm with penne a la vodka; calamari and bruscetta as apps. This place was amazing!! The sauces were all on point and the meat was tender, bread fresh, everything perfect! This is the real deal Italian! Hate going places that claim to be Italian and they simply garlic the heck out of everything. These guys are doing it right! The service was amazing and fast, not rushed but nice and prompt. Our server was Marla, she was top notch, friendly & attentive. We were celebrating our 30th anniversary, felt like having Italian while vacationing in Orlando and found this gem! We will definitely be back! Thanks Marla for making us feel welcome and looking after us!
Very tasty very delicious italian food specially wooden oven pizza which is a really Pizzeria place love cheesy one, also pasta was good a big collection in menu.
This is a nice little Italian restaurant found in a plaza. It is a bit hidden away but when me and my husband got there we realized it was very well known because of how busy it was. All staff and workers were very friendly. Service was very good! Their bread there is amazing! It tastes freshly baked (prolly one of the best breads I have had out). Me and my husband ordered their Dee fried risotto balls which were VERY good. I have never had anything quite like that but yum! We then got 2 entrees which were good as well. The only reason I am giving 4 stars is because the chicken in my pasta had a very weird consistency. Not sure what was the problem but it was still good. We will definitely be coming back when we travel back to the Orlando area!
My husband and I were looking for a good Italian restaurant while we were staying in Orlando this past spring. From the Trip Advisor reviews, we decided to try Fresco's and we were VERY happy we did. The extensive menu offerings gave us plenty of items to choose from. We shared a caprese salad appetizer. I had pasta with arrabbiata sauce and my husband had the orecchiette. Both meals were delicious. The prices are also reasonable.
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Great food and service. Food was outstanding and large portions. Chianti very good and outstanding Expresso Martinis. Joellen the bartender was superb. Prices very reasonable for resort area. Caprese very fresh and Chicken with artichoke sauce tender and pasta just right. Highly recommend and I’m a big foodie.
We have many favorite restaurants when we visit Kissimmee. We are about 30 minutes away. This restaurant is simply the best in the area. We love Great Italian food and this place just rocks it. The apps were excellent. We ordered the Clams Oreganata which is excellent. Great broth with pieces of Italian sausage and Gaelic. The calamari is excellent. Lightly breaded and deliscious. We really enjoyed the goat cheese salad. The chicken artichoke entree was amazingly good. The veal picata was excellent with penne. The penne was cooked properly and the white wine sauce was deliscious. So we of course HAD to do dessert. The lemoncello was light and tasty. The chocolate cake over cheese cake was excellent. I just had the veal picata leftovers for lunch and it was fantastic. Our server Jessica was excellent. I love Italian and this is definitely one of the best. We travel a lot and this is a definite when in the area. Simply the best and love the ambiance. Friendly staff. Great food.
It was my last night in Orlando and wa slokking for a nice restaurant. Found this gem in Goolgle Search, being so close to my hotel I gave it a try. The place was packet, had to wait a little for a spot at the bar, but it was totally worth it. The ambience, food, servers, the treatment was like going to a friends house. Will deffinitively come back again.
Not happy. When we went to pay for our lunch we noticed we were charged more for three items than what was stated on the menu. When I brought it to the waitress' attention I was told that the manager had just raised prices but she guesses he did not do so on menu. She continued to explain he had already updated higher prices online as well. So I asked her to speak to the manager about it and she said she would. She returns with my credit card and the receipt shows I was still charged the higher prices. She didn’t say a word and just started to walk away without addressing my concerns at all. I called to her and said, “what did the manager say?" She just replied oh he's not here right now and walked away. Wow. So...after we left the restaurant, I got on my cell phone and looked up their menu prices that the waitress claimed had already been updated with the new, higher prices. Well guess what!? The prices online are listed even CHEAPER than what's on the eat-in restaurant menu! Feeling ripped off and scammed.
Someone earlier said this place was Slap your Momma good...and it is THE LEGIT. Food was beyond amazing. Service was exceptional. And I wouldn't have been shocked to see Frank, Dino, Sammy or Tony Soprano there. There is NOTHING BAD I can possible say about the place. Amazing food for ROCK BOTTOM prices. My only question is why aren't they charging more. Do yourself a favor when in the town of Mouse and Potter and fins this hidden gem
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