Gallina Grasso

11810 Fountain Way, Newport News
(757) 223-0492

Recent Reviews

Lena L.

Tried to visit the restaurant yesterday for the first time, but it appears they are closed. The hours on the door indicated they should be open, as did their website and Facebook page. However, when I arrived at 6pm, the restaurant was completely dark, and the doors were locked. There was no sign on the door stating its closure. I tried calling and sending a message on Facebook but did not receive a response. Their last social media post is from July 7.

J M Jackson Jr

A pleasant surprise ... first visit ... Kevin was a really good and accommodating waiter ... broiled scallops, lobster raviolis and fresh berry salad were very, very good JMJ

Kimberly Young

Great atmosphere, Inside and out! Great place to take a date! You can sit outside with your pet. Dog friendly. That gets an automatic 4 star in my book. ok food, great service.

Kristy M.

This place always seems empty, which I suspect may be more about location than quality of food and service despite the fact it's no Michelin star contender. Tastefully decorated, with a fun looking wine cellar. The music is usually on point, the table is always clean. The carpet is badly worn and needs replacement. Service was great! The food itself is where it gets a little less compelling. I had the lemon garlic shrimp and the pasta was VERY over cooked, the shrimp was slightly over cooked. The pasta swims in a lemon butter sauce which is tasty but way too literally applied. My spouse had the lasagna and he gave it a positive review- tasty but forgettable. Stop by for a dinner before a movie next door, but don't have major expectations.

Spence Milne

Very comfortable. Outstanding food with everything made from scratch. Outstanding and attentive service!!

Shannon Leskin

Marvelous food, drink service and atmosphere! Had my 60th Birthday dinner party there on 6/21 and everything was just spectacular! Try the short rib lasagna. Not to be missed!

Chelsey G.

Came in for Father's Day Brunch for the first time since they've opened and had a great experience! It We sat outside on the patio and it was a great space and atmosphere. We ordered the Eggs Benedict, which was excellent, and the steak and eggs, also excellent. The steak came with a house sauce that was really delicious! The Bloody Marys were underwhelming, but only $3.00 so not a huge deal. Our server, Jennifer, was great. We'll definitely be back!

Erin Brooke

Literally the best brunch I have ever had! (try the eggs benedict!!) I've been here for dinner previously too and I always have great experiences. The interior is beautiful, the staff is helpful and friendly and the food is great!! Definitely check this place out!! I'll be back next Sunday with more people for brunch again!

Connie Cirrincione

I love their brunch menu! They have great drink specials that pair up nicely with their dinner menu, too!

Matthew F.

The food was mediocre. I like the selection of dishes, but they are all flavorless. Our glasses of $12 wine were about 3 sips and done. Staff needs a lot of work. They are not attentive, and very loose when dealing with guests. I came to have a meal with my family not hear your drama. You can see into the kitchen, and if you watch the staff they pick their nose, sneeze, etc on bare hands then just continue cooking. Yuck. Not going back.

Mai N.

Ordered the 1/2 chicken with rice. It had a Mediterranean kind of flair though the fried rice seemed pretty bland. I thought the portions were a bit small though me being almost 9 months pregnant may have something to do with that. The staff was extremely nice and friendly! I would definitely come back and try something else

Sierra B.

This place definitely needs some work. We arrived at 530 and had a reservation but we were the only people in the entire restaurant besides the bar. We sat down for about 5 minutes before we were greeted by a server, they were all standing at the bar socializing. But our server, Taylor was awesome!! I ordered a glass of wine and it was about 4 sips of wine, my husband and I were both in complete shock at the amount hey gave. We were hopeful that the food would make up for the wine situation. But we were extremely let down. I ordered the lobster stuffed ravioli, and it was pretty good but the portion size was kind of small. My husband ordered the chicken Parmesan and it was extremely bland. The chicken was slimy and the pasta/sauce was just extremely flavorless. For a 70 dollar bill I would expect much more from this place. I'd say the staff needs a lot of work as well, there were a lot of people (staff) just walking back and fourth from the kitchen to outside and just simply not really doing their jobs. Maybe they were over staffed? But to walk into an Italian place on a Friday at 530-6 and see it completely empty should say something about the place.

Christina Palokangas

Amazing food and service! Will definitely go again. We got the Sicilian Seafood Stew and the Lobster Ravioli. Both dishes were to die for.. Even the bread was good!

Dorothy Mauro

Had amazing sushi grade tuna avacado toast on a beautiful sunday bf seeing a movie. Chef .......i loved it!!! Rick, the bartender, endless talent. Cheers to your opening and please go see them, they wont disappoint! Xo

Paige M.

My husband and I came here on a Friday night while I was visiting him in Yorktown. We were really hoping for a good Italian dinner, but unfortunately the food was not very good. My husband ordered a beer and I ordered a lemon mixed drink of some sort, I'm not one to normally complain about extra liquor in my drinks (I mean if I'm going to pay $9 for one drink i should be able to taste some booze), this drink however was so strong that I had to water it down myself, and even then it was crazy strong. We had fried risotto balls as an appetizer, which were decent, but lacked flavor. My husband ordered the lamb risotto for dinner, again, lacked flavor. I ordered the chicken parm, and surprise surprise, lacked flavor. The sauce tasted watered down and bland and the chicken had zero sauce on it. I make homemade sauce frequently from scratch, so it's pretty disappointing when an Italian restaurant can't seem to get it right. I wouldn't make it a point to come back here or to recommend it to anyone.

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