“I originally had a short and sweet review here and just could not leave that. Here is how I really felt instead. In the area almost exactly a year, have taking in all the restaurants and this is my first review. Portofino’s- Seated immediately, great atmosphere. Free/fresh garlic bread, honestly I could have eaten just that and brought 4 more home! Fresh, hot, still steaming to our table food! Chicken and Shrimp Milanese-with so much to bring home easily one more meal. Kids baked zeti with meatballs, easily 2 portions for a younger kid, maybe another half portion came home for my 7 year old. Cannoli-AMAZING. Finally 2 fountain drinks. All for only $40.02 Everything was excellent! Some of the best food we have had! ”The world’s best cannoli and meatballs” from a 7 year old little girl. Personal observations and highlights for me if you made it this far! (I have many family members in the restaurant business even owning high end restaurants in Denver). Although they were assigned specific tables, I have never been to a restaurant where every server acknowledges every table and adresses a need as they walk by. Servers seating new guest, filling drinks of other tables, clearing other tables, the list goes on and on! All working together, I did not see many tasks being completed alone. I didn’t not get a drink from the bar but I noticed the bar tender did not just fill the order and let it sit for the server. He personally took the drinks to the table if he noticed the server was busy(also I assume there may have been servers under 21 honestly). The service I witnessed tonight really showed a family, locally owned business with great leadership. Clearly employees who are well cared for and love their job. Loved that it was packed but I did not hear the table to either side of me very much. My daughter and I had a conversation and played a game while waiting for food just fine. Enjoyed that there were babies to elderly all seated in the same area around the restaurant. Let’s be honest most places seat all the families together away from couples, ect. This did not appear to be the case here. Big groups to a single person all treated with the same excellent service. Definitely family friendly or a place for a nice date night! We will be back A LOT! Pizza is next! That was the plan for tonight but that quickly changed when we looked at the menu. Looking forward to the many years this family restaurant will be feeding my family and many others! A true dining experience!“
“1st visit here last night. Will not be our last! Great food, great drinks, good portions, reasonable price, great atmosphere! Our group had 4 entrees: Salmon, Pasta Primavera, Chicken Amigio, and Ravioli in a custom Alfredo sauce. We also sampled the sugar cookie martini's.“
“I went through the drive through today on my way home. The young man that took my order was very pleasant and courteous. I ordered the Garlic shrimp stuffed shells, side salad and a side order of bread sticks. OH MY GOSH!!! Everything was delicious, fresh and hot! I will definitely be returning ?“
“Everything wasn't too bad but just off in their own way. Such as food wasn't too bad, could be better. Service was good for the most part, waitress came around too often..?Parking: Handicap parking is right in front of the restaurant.“
“We were so happy to hear Rosati’s had re-opened after months of waiting, and our usual ‘18” Rosati’s Monster’ Pizza we used to get is still fantastically made correctly!We do take a few toppings off and added extra cheese, double dough (in comments) and hot giardiniera. We ordered at 12:22PM and while it stated a half hour for pick up on the online order, we walked in around 1:13PM and it was just being boxed up, which was no issue. Quality of ingredients were fantastic. We appreciate a pizza more ‘well done’ baked over normal, which this was.Many thanks to the cook in the kitchen today who made this, it was everything we were hoping for today! Hands down, we will be back.“
“We got there early to be in one of the first groups to be seated. A waitress walked dow the line of people standing in line waiting to ask if anyone wanted anything to drink. The owner greeted us as we walked in and also talked to the people who were still waiting outside. I had the stuffed chicken over pasta and I was not disappointed. The chicken was flavorful and the mix of marinara and Alfredo was delicious. The red velvet cake was a delightful treat as well! We will definitely be going back again!“
“We get takeout from Papa's once a month. It's hard to say "no" to the best pizza ever. The homemade marinara is amazing, but my favorite pizza is the BBQ Chicken Pizza on thin crust. Plus, you've got to get the bread sticks...SO GOOD!“
“We were here on a Friday night with a group of 8. We had a reservation and we were seated immediately. The owner stopped by and said hello before our waiter even got there. The service was great the whole evening, our waiter knew exactly when to come back and when to let us be and just enjoy the dinner.The food was great, it was a 4 course fixed price menu. Everything was delicious and the portions were just right.The brick walls add to the already great atmosphere. The restaurant was great and we will definitely be back in the future!“
“I have been wanting to try Sonny's Bistro for a while now and we finally went. The service and food was absolutely great and I highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great place to eat with a nice Italian atmosphere. Our party of 6 loved every meal that was served especially the pizza.“
“Miss Fazolis, the one in Waterloo closed years ago and no one has tried to bring one back. The food was just as good as I remember it. The chicken Alfredo was delicious, just needs a bit more chicken ?.There was at times a smell, like a sewer smell, other than that it was 4 star good, no smell, 5 stars.“
“My friend & I needed a place to catch up and enjoy good food! Chris was an outstanding server and we had a most delightful 2 hours! He went above & beyond to make our time special. The food never disappoints!Parking: Plenty of parking near the entrance.“
“We had an appetizer & pizza. Everything was awesome! We stepped outside our comfort zone & tried the pepperoni with pesto pizza. It was really tasty. Service was excellent & atmosphere was calm, but busy. Thanks for a great date night!!Parking: Plenty of spaces available with wide spots. No potholes or curbs to avoid.“
“Ate at Christophers with a group of six in Beaverdale last night. Had a reservation at 7:30 and arrived about 15 minutes early so we went to the bar to get a drink. The owner, Ron, was bartending and was very friendly talking to everyone at the bar. He also gave the first round of drinks for free and thanked us multiple times for coming in. The food, as always, was incredible. We had the onion rings for an appetizer. They are thin type and were very good. For entrees we had chicken parm, pasta fresca, and the baked lasagna. Everyone was completely satisfied. What a great experience. We have been here many times and will be back many more.“
“Great service and great pizza. I worked at breadeaux in high school about 20 years ago and I'm happy to report the pizza is still as good as it ever was. If you are in the Altoona or Bondurant area give them a try and show them some love.“
“Ordered the "Everything Potato" off the SECRET MENU. Was the best potato I have ever had, compliments to the head chef ;)You should ask for it with the phrase, "Can I have the everything potato just like King Julian like it."Parking: Parking lot is a 10/10. I shoveled it everyday before I clocked in just to make sure I didn't get paid for it :)“
“This place is a great example of why you want to seek out those hole in the wall restaurants. The food is good and the portions reasonable. And the price is certainly worth it. I've come back here multiple times, and every time their pasta has been delicious.The only downside is that there's only the one server so if they get busy, service can slow down.“
“Chuck's is a neighborhood institution with decent American/Italian food served in a welcoming and homely atmosphere. If you're a pretentious suburbanite, you won't like it, sorry. Stick with one of those chain restaurants near your subdivision.“
“Still the King and Molly(our server) The Queen-Stopped in on a Wednesday night in April with my GF. Even though Bobby is no longer around the place is still keeping pace with his frenetic energy and consistency. That is the key right? Consistently excellent each time.Had the chicken spedini(amoggio style) and it is still amazing and the value is excellent in my opinion. Side of pasta. Nice little salad. Chicken spedini and 23.00. GF had the same and we asked for her pasta to be Penne Regine style and Molly gladly was able to get that done for us.It’s just a Des Moines staple to me and so glad it is living up to it legacy. Well done crew! RJC.“
“After 3 years living in Ankeny we finally tried Nonna’s last night and wow the food is spectacular and the staff above and beyond wonderful! We’ll definitely be more frequent visitors and now regret waiting so long to try them! Thank you so much for the great food wonderful drinks! We’ll see you soon!“