Delicious Italian dishes that are awesome. Atmosphere is authentic and staff is very friendly as well as the owner, Tony! Love their daily specials. It’s hard to decide on just one entree. The portions are generous. Highly recommend this hidden gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
S Lazarus
I enjoyed the food I received, there are just a few discrepancies I had. The ravioli was just a tad bit raw, but other than that the food was phenomenal and delicious. The portions to price ratio was kinda off to me. The appetizers and the main meal were the same price, also the portion for the app were to small for the price. Then the vibe was interesting with some decor pieces and the music turing on and off. I think the food is delicious with great service, they just need to tweak some stuff.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi Carbonara
Amanda 5
A Google search for "best chicken Alfredo near me" brought me here. It is my daughter's favorite and it was her birthday. I went on and on about the stellar gnocchi reviews, I was excited for her to try it, it's going to be great! So...she got a panini.That aside, this little gem in downtown Gastonia, did not disappoint! I got a Pesto spaghetti with chicken (I can't remember the exact title of the dish and can't find it on the menu - promise I'll do better - see pictures) that was SO good, noodles perfectly al dente, I'd be hard-pressed not to get it everytime, if I wasn't so curious to try everything else. Started with the meatballs that I also highly recommend. I'm telling everyone I know and you should try it too. I can't wait to go again! Gastonia is hit or miss in the restaurant game and this is a hit!It's a quaint, little establishment that I imagine fills up fast during their dinner rush, so maybe consider calling a reservation if going around that time. I'm not a professional photographer, but I wanted to include some photos. The meatballs were already almost all the way eaten through by the time I remembered to get the shot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mark Miele
Nice place for dinner. Stopped by with family June 2023.Owner and chef stopped at our table to say hello. He is actually from Italy!I recommend and look forward to returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Beth Benfield
Sat outside on a Thursday evening. Service impeccable! Had a wonderful caprice type salad to share and then Tony offered to create an octopus scallop shrimp dish to share! It was the most delicious thing I have eaten in a while! Afterwards we ordered the freshly made pasta for “dinner”. We asked him basically to bring us something delicious! He complied. Wine was great as well as the bread service. Of course the meal ended with complimentary cannolis!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza
Derenda Gentry
The absolute best Italian food I have ever had! Everything we have gotten from here has been delicious! I got the gnocchi carbonara today and was completely blown away! This place should be packed out every day!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna
C M
Ordered delivery via GrubHub and ordered the Rigatoni Alfredo. I received a completely different pasta (Farfalle) and the Alfredo sauce was watery, bland, and tastes like it’s from a jar. It wasn’t even edible and I ended up putting it in the trash. This place is a one and done for me.
Heart Desyre Gifts Kings Mtn., NC
Second time eating here. I miss them being in KM! Would love some of their delicious delicious pizza. The food ordered was ok. The salmon dish was flavorful. Spinach a / salty. Salmon was overcooked. That flat bread was a lil burnt. It wasn't too flavorful. The Arnold Palmer was a bit watery. Prob the tea could have been stronger and sweeter. Would I return? Yes.
Parking: Better know how to parallel park. ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
John Hood
This place is amazing! Both times we have been have been great. Best Italian food in the area. Great staff and great atmosphere as well. We will definitely return regularly.
jacob stokes
This place is super cute, independent, and authentic as it gets. They make their own gnocchi (which I loved) have great wine pairings, and adorable little tables for couples. Highly recommend for a reasonably priced date night!
I really wanted to love it but Ive had way better. Pasta was too thick and too sweet for my preference. Salad was lack luster, as you can see.
Mike Hall
Manigiamo Restaurant is absolutely amazing! Great Customer Service, we were greeted by the owner as soon as we sat down, and he was very welcoming, humble! (This was something I look for in a fine dining restaurant)The interior of this restaurant is beautifully decorated, and really brings out the culture of authentic Italian.The food was fresh, and tastefully amazing, particularly the sauce that comes with the bread.The servers, as well as the atmosphere is unprecedented that I’ve experienced so far! Will definitely recommend to others! Thank you Mangiamo for an amazing experience!!
Randall Crain
Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Food was outstanding with generous portions. Well pared cozy atmosphere in a nicely restored old town space. This is a great place. Bring friends.
Francisco Cappai
The menu, the flavors, the appetizers, the desserts, the salads are simply delicious. The taste of the sauces are rich and very Italian. The ingredients are fresh. The gelattos are very creamy and delicious. I will definitely come back.
Kimberly Abramski
Went here last night with a party of 8. The restaurant was definitely packed, but that kinda made it even more fun. The waiter/manager(?) Was immediately at our table to get our drink order. (Love that!!!) He suggested the white sangria and it did not disappoint! My husband and I started with the bruschetta appetizer (which by the way is exactly the same as the bruschetta flat bread pizza). All 8 of us ordered different main meals and loved them. I had the gnocchi carbonara with bacon and prosciutto...Yum Yum Yum!! Will definitely go back!!
Delicious Italian dishes that are awesome. Atmosphere is authentic and staff is very friendly as well as the owner, Tony! Love their daily specials. It’s hard to decide on just one entree. The portions are generous. Highly recommend this hidden gem!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I enjoyed the food I received, there are just a few discrepancies I had. The ravioli was just a tad bit raw, but other than that the food was phenomenal and delicious. The portions to price ratio was kinda off to me. The appetizers and the main meal were the same price, also the portion for the app were to small for the price. Then the vibe was interesting with some decor pieces and the music turing on and off. I think the food is delicious with great service, they just need to tweak some stuff.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Gnocchi Carbonara
A Google search for "best chicken Alfredo near me" brought me here. It is my daughter's favorite and it was her birthday. I went on and on about the stellar gnocchi reviews, I was excited for her to try it, it's going to be great! So...she got a panini.That aside, this little gem in downtown Gastonia, did not disappoint! I got a Pesto spaghetti with chicken (I can't remember the exact title of the dish and can't find it on the menu - promise I'll do better - see pictures) that was SO good, noodles perfectly al dente, I'd be hard-pressed not to get it everytime, if I wasn't so curious to try everything else. Started with the meatballs that I also highly recommend. I'm telling everyone I know and you should try it too. I can't wait to go again! Gastonia is hit or miss in the restaurant game and this is a hit!It's a quaint, little establishment that I imagine fills up fast during their dinner rush, so maybe consider calling a reservation if going around that time. I'm not a professional photographer, but I wanted to include some photos. The meatballs were already almost all the way eaten through by the time I remembered to get the shot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Nice place for dinner. Stopped by with family June 2023.Owner and chef stopped at our table to say hello. He is actually from Italy!I recommend and look forward to returning.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sat outside on a Thursday evening. Service impeccable! Had a wonderful caprice type salad to share and then Tony offered to create an octopus scallop shrimp dish to share! It was the most delicious thing I have eaten in a while! Afterwards we ordered the freshly made pasta for “dinner”. We asked him basically to bring us something delicious! He complied. Wine was great as well as the bread service. Of course the meal ended with complimentary cannolis!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pizza
The absolute best Italian food I have ever had! Everything we have gotten from here has been delicious! I got the gnocchi carbonara today and was completely blown away! This place should be packed out every day!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagna
Ordered delivery via GrubHub and ordered the Rigatoni Alfredo. I received a completely different pasta (Farfalle) and the Alfredo sauce was watery, bland, and tastes like it’s from a jar. It wasn’t even edible and I ended up putting it in the trash. This place is a one and done for me.
Second time eating here. I miss them being in KM! Would love some of their delicious delicious pizza. The food ordered was ok. The salmon dish was flavorful. Spinach a / salty. Salmon was overcooked. That flat bread was a lil burnt. It wasn't too flavorful. The Arnold Palmer was a bit watery. Prob the tea could have been stronger and sweeter. Would I return? Yes.
Parking: Better know how to parallel park. ?
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
This place is amazing! Both times we have been have been great. Best Italian food in the area. Great staff and great atmosphere as well. We will definitely return regularly.
This place is super cute, independent, and authentic as it gets. They make their own gnocchi (which I loved) have great wine pairings, and adorable little tables for couples. Highly recommend for a reasonably priced date night!
Restaurantji Recommends
I really wanted to love it but Ive had way better. Pasta was too thick and too sweet for my preference. Salad was lack luster, as you can see.
Manigiamo Restaurant is absolutely amazing! Great Customer Service, we were greeted by the owner as soon as we sat down, and he was very welcoming, humble! (This was something I look for in a fine dining restaurant)The interior of this restaurant is beautifully decorated, and really brings out the culture of authentic Italian.The food was fresh, and tastefully amazing, particularly the sauce that comes with the bread.The servers, as well as the atmosphere is unprecedented that I’ve experienced so far! Will definitely recommend to others! Thank you Mangiamo for an amazing experience!!
Staff was very pleasant and helpful. Food was outstanding with generous portions. Well pared cozy atmosphere in a nicely restored old town space. This is a great place. Bring friends.
The menu, the flavors, the appetizers, the desserts, the salads are simply delicious. The taste of the sauces are rich and very Italian. The ingredients are fresh. The gelattos are very creamy and delicious. I will definitely come back.
Went here last night with a party of 8. The restaurant was definitely packed, but that kinda made it even more fun. The waiter/manager(?) Was immediately at our table to get our drink order. (Love that!!!) He suggested the white sangria and it did not disappoint! My husband and I started with the bruschetta appetizer (which by the way is exactly the same as the bruschetta flat bread pizza). All 8 of us ordered different main meals and loved them. I had the gnocchi carbonara with bacon and prosciutto...Yum Yum Yum!! Will definitely go back!!
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