Not as good as it was originally... despite the renovation... They changed menu, changed staff (slow) & raised prices!
Erik R.
Was pleasantly surprised. Food was better than average, service was good, and atmosphere was cozy. My only complaint would be that Affogato should ALWAYS be served with one scoop of gelato and one espresso on the side . The guest will then pour the espresso over the gelato. .there is no other way. The restaurant and/or server should never bring it to you already mixed...if they do send it back. I would come back bc the food has a lot of potential and I want this place to be successful.
Sophia P.
What a cute vibey Italian spot in del ray! So glad and lucky we found this place. We didn't need any reservations on a weekend and were seated right away. I was pleasantly surprised at the prices of the food - all very reasonable ($20 for a plate of pasta), when the places are $25-30! I ordered calamari for an appetizer which came with a delicious spicy marinara, and the carbonara pasta for my entree. The pasta was so creamy, flavorful, but did not leave me feeling bloated afterwards. It was the perfect amount of savory. They also had a really good selection of drinks and cocktails, and I got the peach bourbon. Absolutely wonderful meal and experience here! Will be back for affordable Italian :)
Gregory Yaguda
Was excited to see this place re-open but experience was disappointing. Not that they promise home-made, but pasta was from a box and painfully overcooked (sticks to your teeth as you chew), cocktails are okay, appetizers brought out inexplicably (and unapologetically) with mains. My wife did enjoy her mashed potatoes but the saltimboca had no sage. Wait staff was attentive (why I have 3 stars) but does not make up for the uninspired food. And of course, a "can of tuna" meal ends up costing like caviar.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Alex Sprague
Calamari and strawberry limeade were lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari
Norah Rentillo
Excellent food. Lucy was our server. She was exceptional with assisting us with our meal. She made our experience very comfortable and welcoming,. We will definitely come back. Overall the entire staff were pfrofessional and friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Gradys Mendoza
Really enjoyed this place! The portions were perfect and that was food was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mixed Seafoods
Alex Sprague
Calamari and strawberry limeade were magnificent.
Katherine R.
I'm thrilled that this place has reopened after being temporarily closed due to COVID. The atmosphere is great, the service is nice, and the pasta is delicious. Personally, I'm a fan of the Amatriciana, which is pancetta, onion, garlic, basil pesto, hand-crushed tomato, and homemade rigatoni. A must try, especially if you live in Del Ray or Old Town
Rob Shane
The lasagna and carbonara were both very very good. Service was excellent and atmosphere was on point. I wish they had bread service but the portions were so big that I was almost glad they didn’t by the end of the meal.
It was our first time at this location and it was excellent. Food exceeded my expectations, the service was good and it was a nice small quiet atmosphere. We enjoyed it very much and definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sav T.
A pasta place that we wanted to love but left desiring more. We had the mushroom appetizer to start. It was cooked perfectly with a nice pan sauce. The entrees really missed the mark for the neighborhood, even a pizza by the slice joint could have done better. The chicken Parmesan was over-broiled. No one want likes tough chicken devoid of juice. It's like someone cooked it for the first time with 2 spoons of marinara on top. Dry is an understatement. The spaghetti was cooked al dente and had a bite, which was its only saving grace. The love had the risotto but they used cream. Basically boiled rice that was tossed in cream sauce. Cheese depth was limited. Flavor was just salted heavy cream. This place I may try again but doubtful.
John Carria
Great food and great service. We were able to get a reservation even though it was Valentine’s Day. It was truly a pleasure eating there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nostra Carbonara
Katherine Weiss
Excellent customer service and great tasting food. We come here on a regular basis and have tried many different things and they have all been great. My favorite is the eggplant parmesan- so crispy and flavorful. Many other great vegetarian options as well. My partner loves their carbonara and says it is the best. They also always have specials for food, drink, and dessert that have all been amazing. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough!Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Chris Miklovis
We have driven by many times, finally decided to try and glad we did. Cute little neighborhood restaurant. The menu is a perfect size, something for everyone. The calamari was lightly breaded and fried, not greasy. The spicy marinara was perfect. We had the mixed seafood and the Rosemarino pasta dishes .portions are a nice size, lots of seafood, and fresh pasta. Delicious. Tiramisu topped off a nice dinner. There are lot of hard surfaces so it can be loud. Looking forward to another visit, maybe on their outdoor patio when it’s warmer.
Not as good as it was originally... despite the renovation... They changed menu, changed staff (slow) & raised prices!
Was pleasantly surprised. Food was better than average, service was good, and atmosphere was cozy. My only complaint would be that Affogato should ALWAYS be served with one scoop of gelato and one espresso on the side . The guest will then pour the espresso over the gelato. .there is no other way. The restaurant and/or server should never bring it to you already mixed...if they do send it back. I would come back bc the food has a lot of potential and I want this place to be successful.
What a cute vibey Italian spot in del ray! So glad and lucky we found this place. We didn't need any reservations on a weekend and were seated right away. I was pleasantly surprised at the prices of the food - all very reasonable ($20 for a plate of pasta), when the places are $25-30! I ordered calamari for an appetizer which came with a delicious spicy marinara, and the carbonara pasta for my entree. The pasta was so creamy, flavorful, but did not leave me feeling bloated afterwards. It was the perfect amount of savory. They also had a really good selection of drinks and cocktails, and I got the peach bourbon. Absolutely wonderful meal and experience here! Will be back for affordable Italian :)
Was excited to see this place re-open but experience was disappointing. Not that they promise home-made, but pasta was from a box and painfully overcooked (sticks to your teeth as you chew), cocktails are okay, appetizers brought out inexplicably (and unapologetically) with mains. My wife did enjoy her mashed potatoes but the saltimboca had no sage. Wait staff was attentive (why I have 3 stars) but does not make up for the uninspired food. And of course, a "can of tuna" meal ends up costing like caviar.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Calamari and strawberry limeade were lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Calamari
Excellent food. Lucy was our server. She was exceptional with assisting us with our meal. She made our experience very comfortable and welcoming,. We will definitely come back. Overall the entire staff were pfrofessional and friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Really enjoyed this place! The portions were perfect and that was food was amazing!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mixed Seafoods
Calamari and strawberry limeade were magnificent.
I'm thrilled that this place has reopened after being temporarily closed due to COVID. The atmosphere is great, the service is nice, and the pasta is delicious. Personally, I'm a fan of the Amatriciana, which is pancetta, onion, garlic, basil pesto, hand-crushed tomato, and homemade rigatoni. A must try, especially if you live in Del Ray or Old Town
The lasagna and carbonara were both very very good. Service was excellent and atmosphere was on point. I wish they had bread service but the portions were so big that I was almost glad they didn’t by the end of the meal.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
It was our first time at this location and it was excellent. Food exceeded my expectations, the service was good and it was a nice small quiet atmosphere. We enjoyed it very much and definitely recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A pasta place that we wanted to love but left desiring more. We had the mushroom appetizer to start. It was cooked perfectly with a nice pan sauce. The entrees really missed the mark for the neighborhood, even a pizza by the slice joint could have done better. The chicken Parmesan was over-broiled. No one want likes tough chicken devoid of juice. It's like someone cooked it for the first time with 2 spoons of marinara on top. Dry is an understatement. The spaghetti was cooked al dente and had a bite, which was its only saving grace. The love had the risotto but they used cream. Basically boiled rice that was tossed in cream sauce. Cheese depth was limited. Flavor was just salted heavy cream. This place I may try again but doubtful.
Great food and great service. We were able to get a reservation even though it was Valentine’s Day. It was truly a pleasure eating there.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Nostra Carbonara
Excellent customer service and great tasting food. We come here on a regular basis and have tried many different things and they have all been great. My favorite is the eggplant parmesan- so crispy and flavorful. Many other great vegetarian options as well. My partner loves their carbonara and says it is the best. They also always have specials for food, drink, and dessert that have all been amazing. I cannot recommend this restaurant enough!Dietary restrictions: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten free options
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We have driven by many times, finally decided to try and glad we did. Cute little neighborhood restaurant. The menu is a perfect size, something for everyone. The calamari was lightly breaded and fried, not greasy. The spicy marinara was perfect. We had the mixed seafood and the Rosemarino pasta dishes .portions are a nice size, lots of seafood, and fresh pasta. Delicious. Tiramisu topped off a nice dinner. There are lot of hard surfaces so it can be loud. Looking forward to another visit, maybe on their outdoor patio when it’s warmer.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Homemade Tiramisu, Rosemarino