Quite pricy for the quality of the meal. Pulpo was tasteless. Main course lacked the cheese flavor you would expect in a Quattro Queso dish. Desert was the only part that was ok. Even the wine I was served was warm which means is not even temperature controlled.
Debi
We have been coming to Via Emilia's for many years and love the food, service, and atmosphere. We normally just sit at the bar .......since our favorite waiter (Estevan) manages the bar. He's always so accommodating, giving the best customer service. We highly recommend Via Emilia's!!
Tslat
Celebrated Easter. Food was delicious and came out promptly. It was a pleasure hearing the amazing pianist in the background; his music really enhanced the ambiance. Plus, he was so nice and welcoming to my family. We were very impressed and will make it a tradition to have Easter lunch at Via Emilia.
Randy
The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. So many restaurants are too loud these days but we really enjoyed being able to talk to our party without screaming. Overall, a wonderful, pleasant evening.
RobR
Another excellent experience. We love the piano player and had the opportunity to visit with Carlos for 10 minutes. Always enjoyable and special. Loved to hear about his moon and family. We were entertaining a business friend who loves good food. He was overwhelmed with everything he selected.
KellyM
The food was WONDERFUL as usual!! The service is also usually great but was just OK last night Wanted a nice dinner celebration out with my husband. We were seated next to a group wearing shorts, sneakers and Tshirts on a Saturday night. Next, a guy wearing gray sweatpants, a hoodie and crocs was seated on the other side of us. Not exactly the vibe I was going for when dropping $250 with tip on a nice meal. I guess there's no dress code?? Piano player was a beautiful touch.
Ruby
Larry, our server, was attentive, professional, and has a warm personality. My salmon and my husband's linguine with clams dishes were delicious. Enjoyed listening to the live piano music, too. Via Emilia is one of our favorite places to dine.
TimothyH
We have been to Via Emilia numerous times and only once did they miss the mark, it just happened to be our anniversary on that occasion. However, I would say all is well as we had an exceptional evening this visit. The food was fantastic, service was attentive and very good....we just had a great experience. The beet salad was extremely good, all our entree's were cooked perfectly. We thank everyone who made our dining experience the best.
Sylvia
My South Texas Antelope was tough but tasty. Excellent wine paired nicely with both my food as well as my husband's. We even saved a bit of room for dessert. The risotto with squash was delightful.
Kelley Haynes-Schuyler
This place has amazing food and service. They will not
The best traditional Italian food in Texas!Hands down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
John Seisser
First time won't be the last!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu
Our meals were Fantastic! My husband and I thought our dishes were exceptionally well done! He got Fettuccine al Nero di Seppia with scallops, shrimp, squid, octopus, clams and mussels. I got the Saute di Gamberoni with Shrimp and linguine which had a very delicious sauce. And, both dishes had homemade fresh pasta cooked just right. Our seafood was fresh and perfectly cooked. It was the best Italian dinner we've had since moving to Texas 8 yrs ago. We're not that easy to please either after having lived in Boston and eating in the North End for our Italian dinners. All of the staff were very friendly and our waiter Patrick was awesome as well! I would highly recommend Via Emilia!
LeeH
Really great Italian food in an elegent old world atmosphere. The staff is very friendly and attentive to your every need. We felt like we were dining with family. I would highly recommend Via Emilia!
Andrew Eliquen
The food, the service and the ambience are very Italian. I have traveled to Italy many times and it takes me back to that special place. Make sure to visit when you're in the area.
Quite pricy for the quality of the meal. Pulpo was tasteless. Main course lacked the cheese flavor you would expect in a Quattro Queso dish. Desert was the only part that was ok. Even the wine I was served was warm which means is not even temperature controlled.
We have been coming to Via Emilia's for many years and love the food, service, and atmosphere. We normally just sit at the bar .......since our favorite waiter (Estevan) manages the bar. He's always so accommodating, giving the best customer service. We highly recommend Via Emilia's!!
Celebrated Easter. Food was delicious and came out promptly. It was a pleasure hearing the amazing pianist in the background; his music really enhanced the ambiance. Plus, he was so nice and welcoming to my family. We were very impressed and will make it a tradition to have Easter lunch at Via Emilia.
The food was delicious and the service was wonderful. So many restaurants are too loud these days but we really enjoyed being able to talk to our party without screaming. Overall, a wonderful, pleasant evening.
Another excellent experience. We love the piano player and had the opportunity to visit with Carlos for 10 minutes. Always enjoyable and special. Loved to hear about his moon and family. We were entertaining a business friend who loves good food. He was overwhelmed with everything he selected.
The food was WONDERFUL as usual!! The service is also usually great but was just OK last night Wanted a nice dinner celebration out with my husband. We were seated next to a group wearing shorts, sneakers and Tshirts on a Saturday night. Next, a guy wearing gray sweatpants, a hoodie and crocs was seated on the other side of us. Not exactly the vibe I was going for when dropping $250 with tip on a nice meal. I guess there's no dress code?? Piano player was a beautiful touch.
Larry, our server, was attentive, professional, and has a warm personality. My salmon and my husband's linguine with clams dishes were delicious. Enjoyed listening to the live piano music, too. Via Emilia is one of our favorite places to dine.
We have been to Via Emilia numerous times and only once did they miss the mark, it just happened to be our anniversary on that occasion. However, I would say all is well as we had an exceptional evening this visit. The food was fantastic, service was attentive and very good....we just had a great experience. The beet salad was extremely good, all our entree's were cooked perfectly. We thank everyone who made our dining experience the best.
My South Texas Antelope was tough but tasty. Excellent wine paired nicely with both my food as well as my husband's. We even saved a bit of room for dessert. The risotto with squash was delightful.
This place has amazing food and service. They will not
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
The best traditional Italian food in Texas!Hands down.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time won't be the last!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu
Our meals were Fantastic! My husband and I thought our dishes were exceptionally well done! He got Fettuccine al Nero di Seppia with scallops, shrimp, squid, octopus, clams and mussels. I got the Saute di Gamberoni with Shrimp and linguine which had a very delicious sauce. And, both dishes had homemade fresh pasta cooked just right. Our seafood was fresh and perfectly cooked. It was the best Italian dinner we've had since moving to Texas 8 yrs ago. We're not that easy to please either after having lived in Boston and eating in the North End for our Italian dinners. All of the staff were very friendly and our waiter Patrick was awesome as well! I would highly recommend Via Emilia!
Really great Italian food in an elegent old world atmosphere. The staff is very friendly and attentive to your every need. We felt like we were dining with family. I would highly recommend Via Emilia!
The food, the service and the ambience are very Italian. I have traveled to Italy many times and it takes me back to that special place. Make sure to visit when you're in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5