Tonight was my second visit to this lovely local gem! I brought my Mother in, who is visiting me for her 84th Birthday. This is her 4th Birthday spent in the Inlet, & her 1st time dining with y’all. My Son also joined us. We three have all worked in fine dining through the years, traveled extensively, and consider ourselves in our own rite, restaurant critiques! We may be over shooting, but we also like to think we are hard pressed to order food out that is better than we can prepare ourselves. Honestly, Most dining experiences are largely disappointing!
You, my new favorite folks..broke the mold!
We were seated at the bar (at our request,) & “Mare,” our barkeep was happy to allow my Mom a few samplings of the wine to find just the perfect accompaniment to her meal. She’s kinda’ picky with her wine, and Mare was a jewel..THANK YOU for that my Dear. She was kind & most accommodating! Who needs a table anyway? Haha!
We ordered cocktails, and the Caprese Salad appetizer! Simply the most impressive Caprese I’ve ever seen or eaten! This tomatoes were as big as my hand!!! Red, ripe & delicious! So impressive! Thank you AGAIN!
We ordered 3 Entrees, one of which was a daily feature. Salads served first..to die for creamy Italian Dressing, made in house!
Each Dinner was beautifully presented, with a giant stainless bowl of Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese to spread over top! Now THAT’s how it’s done! They were all melt in your mouth amazing, and the portions were huge! And that bread, with the garlic..come on now 🤌🏼 The best!
Seriously blown away! We were too stuffed for dessert, however the hardworking and efficient barback (Vinnie i think) offered and we simply couldn’t say no! He was such a great kid!
We ordered a Tiramisu to go!
Overall just the most pleasant dining experience in yearssss! FOR REAL! THANK YOU again..to you all! The Owner, who is always present and making sure things run smoothly, and her lovely staff! Y’all are the BEST!
Made my Mothers 84th one to remember!
She says she wants to go back before she leaves..see ya’ soon!
Jeanne Stello
The food was outstanding. Truly an excellent Italian restaurant. Service was great too. We will definitely be going back to this hidden gem 💎
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Whittington
Great time here at our early dinner this evening. We arrived at 4pm to beat the seasonal dinner crowd and were immediately seated. The food and the service from our waiter James was outstanding. The Sunday sauce is a must try if you go on a Sunday, you will not be disappointed. I was also finally able to enjoy an authentic, after dinner double espresso from that glorious espresso machine they have there. Well done FOH, BOH, everyone!🥂
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
maria giles
Felt like I was back home in Brooklyn in the 80’s— phenomenal food—don’t miss the francese!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tommy Tosi
Fantastic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rich Allen
Outstanding food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tony B
Really nice place. Generous pour on the cocktails. Good portions on appetizers. The Fra Diavolo was outstanding. Veal piccata was a little tough, but tasted good. Dessert sampler for four was way too much food, but excellent. Last but not least, the service was great.
Food: 5
Service: 5
Andrea Matorian
To start the hostess was very welcoming. Food was absolutely authentic and delicious!! Our waitress was so attentive and very sweet! We will definitely come back!
Went for our 54th Anniversary ... The whole experience was great. Service is excellent we had Nicole. The food taste was way above any other restaurants that we have visited. The atmosphere is very nice to. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. Over all a great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Fagioli, Ceasar Salad, Bread w Roasted Garlic Cloves
Brenda Deese
authentic Italian restaurant finely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kevin Drury
Fabulous food and even better staff. A truly wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Fagioli
Melia Steele
Wow, this place was amazing! My fiancé and I went out for a little Valentine’s celebration and Gianna was AMAZING. I hope she gets all the recognition she deserves. She made sure to check on us without being too overbearing and was very well acquainted with the menu. Her presence was such a joyful contribution to our night out. We started off with the garlic muscles and they were so flavorful and fresh. I asked Gianna to pick a glass of sweet wine and she absolutely delivered, yum! I ordered the Chicken Portfolio from the features menu. Let me just tell you… I’ve never had chicken so flavorful and tender before. The chef definitely knows what he’s doing. My fiancé and I immensely enjoyed this restaurant and it’s made it to one of our favorite places. We highly recommend Gianna, she was such a great server and we’ll definitely be back to see her.
Server was excellent
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tonight was my second visit to this lovely local gem! I brought my Mother in, who is visiting me for her 84th Birthday. This is her 4th Birthday spent in the Inlet, & her 1st time dining with y’all. My Son also joined us. We three have all worked in fine dining through the years, traveled extensively, and consider ourselves in our own rite, restaurant critiques! We may be over shooting, but we also like to think we are hard pressed to order food out that is better than we can prepare ourselves. Honestly, Most dining experiences are largely disappointing! You, my new favorite folks..broke the mold! We were seated at the bar (at our request,) & “Mare,” our barkeep was happy to allow my Mom a few samplings of the wine to find just the perfect accompaniment to her meal. She’s kinda’ picky with her wine, and Mare was a jewel..THANK YOU for that my Dear. She was kind & most accommodating! Who needs a table anyway? Haha! We ordered cocktails, and the Caprese Salad appetizer! Simply the most impressive Caprese I’ve ever seen or eaten! This tomatoes were as big as my hand!!! Red, ripe & delicious! So impressive! Thank you AGAIN! We ordered 3 Entrees, one of which was a daily feature. Salads served first..to die for creamy Italian Dressing, made in house! Each Dinner was beautifully presented, with a giant stainless bowl of Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese to spread over top! Now THAT’s how it’s done! They were all melt in your mouth amazing, and the portions were huge! And that bread, with the garlic..come on now 🤌🏼 The best! Seriously blown away! We were too stuffed for dessert, however the hardworking and efficient barback (Vinnie i think) offered and we simply couldn’t say no! He was such a great kid! We ordered a Tiramisu to go! Overall just the most pleasant dining experience in yearssss! FOR REAL! THANK YOU again..to you all! The Owner, who is always present and making sure things run smoothly, and her lovely staff! Y’all are the BEST! Made my Mothers 84th one to remember! She says she wants to go back before she leaves..see ya’ soon!
The food was outstanding. Truly an excellent Italian restaurant. Service was great too. We will definitely be going back to this hidden gem 💎
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great time here at our early dinner this evening. We arrived at 4pm to beat the seasonal dinner crowd and were immediately seated. The food and the service from our waiter James was outstanding. The Sunday sauce is a must try if you go on a Sunday, you will not be disappointed. I was also finally able to enjoy an authentic, after dinner double espresso from that glorious espresso machine they have there. Well done FOH, BOH, everyone!🥂
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Felt like I was back home in Brooklyn in the 80’s— phenomenal food—don’t miss the francese!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fantastic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Outstanding food and service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really nice place. Generous pour on the cocktails. Good portions on appetizers. The Fra Diavolo was outstanding. Veal piccata was a little tough, but tasted good. Dessert sampler for four was way too much food, but excellent. Last but not least, the service was great.
Food: 5
Service: 5
To start the hostess was very welcoming. Food was absolutely authentic and delicious!! Our waitress was so attentive and very sweet! We will definitely come back!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing Italian Food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmigiana
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It is EXTREMLY GOOD jaz from nj the best
Went for our 54th Anniversary ... The whole experience was great. Service is excellent we had Nicole. The food taste was way above any other restaurants that we have visited. The atmosphere is very nice to. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone. Over all a great experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Fagioli, Ceasar Salad, Bread w Roasted Garlic Cloves
authentic Italian restaurant finely
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fabulous food and even better staff. A truly wonderful experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Fagioli
Wow, this place was amazing! My fiancé and I went out for a little Valentine’s celebration and Gianna was AMAZING. I hope she gets all the recognition she deserves. She made sure to check on us without being too overbearing and was very well acquainted with the menu. Her presence was such a joyful contribution to our night out. We started off with the garlic muscles and they were so flavorful and fresh. I asked Gianna to pick a glass of sweet wine and she absolutely delivered, yum! I ordered the Chicken Portfolio from the features menu. Let me just tell you… I’ve never had chicken so flavorful and tender before. The chef definitely knows what he’s doing. My fiancé and I immensely enjoyed this restaurant and it’s made it to one of our favorite places. We highly recommend Gianna, she was such a great server and we’ll definitely be back to see her.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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