The food was phenomenal. It took a little bit to get there but the shift does a great job. If you're looking for a nice date night or even surprise a friend with a good meal, this is it. The atmosphere there is wonderfully quiet with Italian music playing in the background.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Derrick Trites
Wonderful with amazing food. You can tell the chef takes pride in the meals they prepare. Meghan, their new server, was very attentive, fun and helpful. My son said “this is the best meal I’ve ever had”. So clearly he enjoyed it. Great experience and a true hidden gem.
Miriam Sy-Gorski
My friend reserved the table for my after graduation party. The service was good. The food was different from what I am used to when I go to italian restaurants. The chicken francese sauce was not thick like it should be. It was watery but tasty. The sauce bolognaise was made with chopped meat, not ground meat. Had to get used to new meals.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Laurita Vargas
Delicious Italian spot in Manchester. The made-to-order food is die for. My one complaint: the seating is wildly uncomfortable. It takes quite a while to get your food (understandable), so having to sit in those small, minimally-padded seats is tough. Prepare your sit bones! The food is worth it, but man I hope they upgrade those.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Squirrels Everywhere
Visited May 2025. Amazing place to find! Being from an area with a ton of Italian places, this was mind blowing. Every dish hand made to order, nothing pre-packaged, boxed, etc. This also does add to your wait time to eat, so keep that in mind, this isn't an Applebees. I'd definitely recommend reservations, as seating is limited. Hands down one of the best places my family has ever eaten. Expensive but very well worth it. We will be visiting again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Jen Barone
I grew up with Italian food and will admit I am very hard to please when it comes to Italian food. This place was homemade and the favorites were perfect. From traditional dishes to a newer type of dish. It all was spot. My teenagers were even bragging how good it was to their friends. Prices weee very reasonable for the amount of food and quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steve Tatham
Great. Nothing bad to say.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kayla R
After spending 4 months in Italy, I can promise you no other Italian restaurant within an hour of Manchester compares; the food is cooked to order, fairly priced, and absolutely delicious. 2 people with appetizers, entrees and dessert will come to around $100 plus tip. Steer clear of downtown elm street Italian - it is overpriced, small portions and mediocre quality at best in comparison. MANGIA all the way!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aly Wheale
I’m blown away by the quality of the food, drinks and kind service! The atmosphere was very intimate and quiet! I felt like we were in a private osteria in Italy! I loved it!!!!
Felt like I was in Italy. The food was amazing. All hand made, and delicious. The service was excellent, server guided us through everything, showed passion for her job. Place was well decorated, and welcoming. Highly recommended
What a hidden gem.. food and service is outstanding!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala
Ben Goulet
I’ve have never in my life left a review for any restaurant, the food was sub par at best. We waited an hour and a half for over cooked pasta and tasteless entrees. You’re better off at an Olive Garden - terrible and a true insult to Italian cuisine. No worries about repeat business, I actually feel bad for the staff who have to pretend the food is decent.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Mike Gioia
Very good place. Food was great. Service was great. And it felt nice inside.
Just be aware that the food takes long to make between when ordered and served. But it was really good and worth the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Bonnie Lee
My husband and I, had decided to try this restaurant on Elm after always driving by this place. From when you step into the restaurant it's like a transformation into a home in Italy. Its elegant and a step away from reality where your everyday cares are just swept away. The staff was amazing kind and courteous truly like a family inviting you into their home. The chef was amazing his food was so delicious and it was better than any other italian restaurant I've been too if you are looking for a authentic italian experience or taste then this treasure is the perfect place for a true experience. It deserves 10 stars to be honest. The food was so good I couldn't stop eating, I also took dessert to go. Definitely a place worth going again and again. New favorite restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeremy Hoel
I had dinner here mid week (Thursday night) and it was fantastic. The wait for the food wasn't too long, considering it was all hand made and the flavors fantastic and more then amble sized servings.
The hostess was friendly and stay busy juggling all the customers and did a great job.
If i come back to the area, I'll most definitely be coming back here.
The food was phenomenal. It took a little bit to get there but the shift does a great job. If you're looking for a nice date night or even surprise a friend with a good meal, this is it. The atmosphere there is wonderfully quiet with Italian music playing in the background.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Wonderful with amazing food. You can tell the chef takes pride in the meals they prepare. Meghan, their new server, was very attentive, fun and helpful. My son said “this is the best meal I’ve ever had”. So clearly he enjoyed it. Great experience and a true hidden gem.
My friend reserved the table for my after graduation party. The service was good. The food was different from what I am used to when I go to italian restaurants. The chicken francese sauce was not thick like it should be. It was watery but tasty. The sauce bolognaise was made with chopped meat, not ground meat. Had to get used to new meals.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Delicious Italian spot in Manchester. The made-to-order food is die for. My one complaint: the seating is wildly uncomfortable. It takes quite a while to get your food (understandable), so having to sit in those small, minimally-padded seats is tough. Prepare your sit bones! The food is worth it, but man I hope they upgrade those.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Visited May 2025. Amazing place to find! Being from an area with a ton of Italian places, this was mind blowing. Every dish hand made to order, nothing pre-packaged, boxed, etc. This also does add to your wait time to eat, so keep that in mind, this isn't an Applebees. I'd definitely recommend reservations, as seating is limited. Hands down one of the best places my family has ever eaten. Expensive but very well worth it. We will be visiting again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
I grew up with Italian food and will admit I am very hard to please when it comes to Italian food. This place was homemade and the favorites were perfect. From traditional dishes to a newer type of dish. It all was spot. My teenagers were even bragging how good it was to their friends. Prices weee very reasonable for the amount of food and quality.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great. Nothing bad to say.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
After spending 4 months in Italy, I can promise you no other Italian restaurant within an hour of Manchester compares; the food is cooked to order, fairly priced, and absolutely delicious. 2 people with appetizers, entrees and dessert will come to around $100 plus tip. Steer clear of downtown elm street Italian - it is overpriced, small portions and mediocre quality at best in comparison. MANGIA all the way!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m blown away by the quality of the food, drinks and kind service! The atmosphere was very intimate and quiet! I felt like we were in a private osteria in Italy! I loved it!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheese Tortellini, Bruschetta \u0026 Garlic Bread, Pollo Valdostana
Felt like I was in Italy. The food was amazing. All hand made, and delicious. The service was excellent, server guided us through everything, showed passion for her job. Place was well decorated, and welcoming. Highly recommended
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mangia Dessert, Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken, Tiramisu, Chicken Parmigiana
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What a hidden gem.. food and service is outstanding!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Marsala
I’ve have never in my life left a review for any restaurant, the food was sub par at best. We waited an hour and a half for over cooked pasta and tasteless entrees. You’re better off at an Olive Garden - terrible and a true insult to Italian cuisine. No worries about repeat business, I actually feel bad for the staff who have to pretend the food is decent.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 2
Very good place. Food was great. Service was great. And it felt nice inside.
Just be aware that the food takes long to make between when ordered and served. But it was really good and worth the wait.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I, had decided to try this restaurant on Elm after always driving by this place. From when you step into the restaurant it's like a transformation into a home in Italy. Its elegant and a step away from reality where your everyday cares are just swept away. The staff was amazing kind and courteous truly like a family inviting you into their home. The chef was amazing his food was so delicious and it was better than any other italian restaurant I've been too if you are looking for a authentic italian experience or taste then this treasure is the perfect place for a true experience. It deserves 10 stars to be honest. The food was so good I couldn't stop eating, I also took dessert to go. Definitely a place worth going again and again. New favorite restaurant.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had dinner here mid week (Thursday night) and it was fantastic. The wait for the food wasn't too long, considering it was all hand made and the flavors fantastic and more then amble sized servings.
The hostess was friendly and stay busy juggling all the customers and did a great job.
If i come back to the area, I'll most definitely be coming back here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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