Solid Italian fare, younger but efficient service, in a traditional, main drag setting with easy parking. Have been here twice and perfect for my fam when we want a change of venue from our town. Not sure the pastas are the best but the dishes do meet my and my family's needs. wine list is nice value. Will return quarterly. read more

Antonia's is broken up into 2 rooms. Which means it is never noisy. But, you don't over hear the conversations nearby, either. There is a nice selection on the menu. So, it suits a range of palates. The wine list is good. Service is always excellent. I have not tried their cocktails because I tend to go with wine when I have Italian food. There is free street and lot parking nearby and it's in the center of downtown Hillsborough. read more

We dined tonight at Antonia's for the first time. The server was attentive and relaxed. Present but not obnoxious. Wines were half off, and food was generous, served at the right temperature, light but full of flavor. I like quiet and l quaint outdoor sitting. We will return. read more

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Mouth watering food with great hospitality and great service. Definitely going again. I definitely recommend trying it. read more

Antonia's - a plate of lasagna on a table - Italian Near Me - Hillsborough, North Carolina

The spaghetti Marcella so heavenly. I going to dream about it, it was so good. Service was very attentive. Unfortunately this likely the last time we visit North Carolina. Ambiance was a bit loud but it's a small area otherwise good read more

A friend and I had a lovely brunch here. So cute ,very good food and great service. The bread was amazing and so were the drinks. read more

Plenty of staff, always pleasant, in my experience. The soup and half sandwich lunch is just right for us senior citizens. read more

Antonia's has changed hands since my last review over ten years ago. The last time we went - about a year ago - we found the food to be so-so, so we hadn't been back. We decided to try it again on a chilly January day when all the other restaurants in town were closed. We were very pleased to find the food much improved. The server was wonderful, very kind and accommodating. I wish I could remember her name. Two of us ordered grilled shrimp (one had it on a salad and one had it on pasta "Al Antonia", basically pasta primavera. The shrimp had a very tasty chargrilled flavor that we both enjoyed. The other had a Roast Sirloin sandwich with a half bowl of soup (today's special was fish chowder) on the side. So we're glad gave Antonia's another try, and we plan to return soon. read more

Antonia's was able to accommodate my reservation for 9 people including 2 highchairs with less than 2 hours notice! The hostess was so kind and welcoming. Our server was perfectly paced and helped us move through the dinner as smoothly as possible with 2 toddlers. The food was excellent! The homemade pasta is to die for. Everyone was more than happy with their dinners. The restaurant is cozy, warm and relaxing. We give them a 10/10! Thank you for being so great, Antonia's! read more

Went on a lunch date with the lady one rainy afternoon and was absolutely surprised to say the least! They sat us in the front by the window. Very intimate, and nice! The wood was absolutely delicious! The drinks were amazing! The lady and I will be coming here pretty often! read more

(4.25 stars) Antonia's is a charming eatery that checks most of the boxes for a great dining experience. The food is delicious, the service is attentive, and the pricing, while not cheap, does not instill regret. It is, however, both a small (albeit handsomely appointed) space and a popular one, so you may find yourself nearly elbow-to-elbow with a neighboring table (if you are able to get a table). Fortunately, this is the only real blemish. The menu here pays homage to the classics while still offering a few departures. Bruschetta, an antipasto platter, and lasagna Bolognese can all be found here, but you can also build your own pasta dish, go vegetarian or gluten-free, or treat yourself to a steak. Many of the ingredients are sourced locally, including meats from Greensboro's sainted Giacomo's. For our first visit, my wife and I opted for a starter of pork meatballs in a parmesan truffle cream sauce, sausage with polenta, and a squash cannelloni (on special). The meatballs were quite tasty, and the sauce, while rich and buttery, was not as heavy as expected. The polenta was cooked perfectly and paired well with slightly sweet sauce and fresh-tasting vegetables (not to mention nice spicy sausage). The pasta's sauce was creamy, and the dish was not overwhelmingly sweet. We followed up with an order of tiramisu - decadent - and my wife raved profusely about the Lady Godiva, a chocolate liquor-infused coffee. Carrie provided friendly and attentive service throughout the meal, and one of the owners (presumably) could be found making her rounds and chatting with her regulars. Our total came out to $60 pre-tip, which for an appetizer, two entrees, a dessert, and a spiked coffee, was certainly fair. Italian restaurants are not a rarity by any means, but those that execute as well as Antonia's does seem to be headed that way. read more

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Food and service was A+as usual. Spaghetti perfectly sauced and drinks incredible. Shrimp lasagna and pork chop were also hits!

Spaghetti and meatballs is never a bad decision, and Antonia's hits it out of the park. Want a little wine night with some pasta? This is the spot. Just don't get lost in the sauce. read more

Antonia's - Italian Near Me - Hillsborough, North Carolina

Antonia's overall experience is why my wife and I prefer to cook at home. I made a reservation, we arrived early, they accommodated, which was great. Servers were polite and not overly eager, but a bit clumsy in bringing and dropping the silverware. All was well with the appetizers and shared salad. But the main courses or pork chops and swordfish were another story. The pork chop was burned and even with a serrated knife, was very difficult to cut. Since it was so overdone, it was not worth eating (my wife should have sent it back). The swordfish was not so overdone, but clearly dry from over-cooking. The gelato for dessert was mainly cold fluid and the tiramsu was no more than okay, lacking the sponginess that was expected. Why would one serve the coffee after the desserts? Why would one not bring cream and sugar with the coffee, that specifically had to be requested twice? Not quite sure what is going on with the mindset's of the managment/staff at this place, but they could certainly use some improvements. Next time, saving my cash to buy quality ingredients that are cooked properly at home. read more

Tried brunch Sunday..... disappointing. Please change the potatoes!!! Even the bartender said no one likes them.... Hmmmm. How do u mess up potatoes?! Omelette was mehhh. read more

Antonia's - Omelette w half cooked spinach - Italian Near Me - Hillsborough, North Carolina

Keep your political views to yourself if wish to serve the public at large. Food was meh and the service was bad. Way overpriced.

Great dishes and wonderful salads. Can be slow at times, but worth the wait. They also have gluten free pasta options.

We ordered the meatball panini and spaghetti and meatballs with the sugarosa sauce. The food was okay but nothing special. We won't go back.

Waited over an hour for our dinner. Kitchen was ridiculously slow. Food was good but overpriced . Good specials but they just can't get them out in a reasonable time. Won't go back read more

Pasta overcooked and broken. Tasted like regular store bought stuff, not homemade. Constantly badgered by servers who interrupted conversations. This place has gone downhill. New management? read more

Wednesday is half price bottle night. Enjoyed the pollo marsala accompanied by some risotto and seasonal vegetables in a light cream sauce. Outside dining is available. They offer two indoor rooms to dine in. Service was attentive. Dessert menu looked fantastic but was too full to consider the options. read more

Pasta is great. Freshly made clearly and best spaghetti I've ever had. Bussin no discussin!

Excellent menu and nice atmosphere. We sat outside, which was lovely, and had great service. Highly recommend.

Order deviled eggs Domestic Beer Glass Rose' wine 11:30 Saturday am Atmosphere VERY different than previous visits: Concierge person and server's standing at the front looking bored More servers than I've ever seen before The server very mechanical, faux friendly, acted busy Seated in the COLD front room at a very small table Moved to front window, neXT to the front door at a very small table Crowded with another guest, but plenty of other space available in bar area Seating made no sense Frustrated Did not order the meals we'd planned to get, - ate the eggs, and left. Maybe the owner can respond and tell me where his pleasant, friendly, intelligent staff WENT????? read more

We sat outside tonight (Monday 5/16) with our dog. Our server (believe Angie?) was fantastic! Cocktails were amazingly handcrafted. We enjoyed all the bread with olive oil and fresh cracked pepper table side, weekly style bruschetta, Steak tartare, burrata fresca, and the soup of the day (pumpkin topped with cracked walnuts). We asked our server to surprise us and choose our entree to go for us. Her and the chef did not disappoint: the lasagna dish with bread and olive oil on the side...fantastic!!! We will be bringing family to come enjoy when they visit! read more

Some great homemade pasta. The meatballs are amazing and it's all around great meal out. Love the outdoor seating during the warmer months. Definitely recommend for some good Italian cuisine read more

Antonia's is authentic Italian food, an excellent wine list, incredible desserts and after dinner drinks/espresso. My one complaint is that it's not in my home town! Visiting with my daughter and son-in-law, all four of us had great appetizers, entrees and dessert. Far niente Post and Beam Cabernet Sauvignon accompanied our meal and was delightful. The staff and owners are friendly and the restaurant is spotless and well appointed. Cannot wait to visit again! read more

Antonia's - Chocolate Mousse dessert - Italian Near Me - Hillsborough, North Carolina

Nice restaurant for meeting friends for a meal out. I appreciate that they have some gluten free options but wish there was a little more variety. They do try to be careful when you tell them about your allergies. read more

The food was excellent l, the service was great l, the ambiance worked and I had wonderful time there. The truffle sauce on the pasta. Ohhh my. But the thing that alway makes me happy is being noticed when you walked in and not forgotten about. It's the simple things when dining out that make the experience great. read more

It is always delicious and the atmosphere is comfortable. Cozy and warm. The food and drinks are done just right.

I'm somewhat flabbergasted. We arrived on time for our reserved 5:30 Valentines dinner at Antonias. We had booked well in advance. The dinner was very nice. A set menu was offered at $89 per person with excellent cuisine options. Our only complaint (which we did not share) was a two top corner table to accommodate three which was far too tight to accommodate bread, appetizers, etc for three. Even with the table top juggling of dishes and glassware, the meal was lovely. The service was solid. We enjoyed a nice glass of wine, a lovely glass of complimentary prosecco, and at 7:10 we were presented a check (we had been seated at 5:32 according to our meal receipt). We completed the credit card payment and were preparing to leave...full, happy, with a positive experience on a special occasion. Our credit card payment was dated and timed as 7:13pm. Not 5 minutes had passed from the processing of the check when a woman showed up tableside (specifically at 7:17pm) telling us she had a party of six waiting outside and they needed our two top table to go with the two tables adjacent to us (customers who had been seated before our arrival and had just left) to accommodate them. It was the first time I can recall being nicely told to please leave a nice restaurant, much less within five minutes of processing a check that was also paid within five minutes of presentation. Let's be clear...Antonias is not a McDonald's though the way this was handled certainly seems like a fast food approach. Do you push your customers out the door in less than 5 minutes of processing the check on a special occasion night costing over $300 for three? We assured her we were about to leave anyway, not desiring to create a scene at the table, but several customers took note. When we left the dining room I stopped to speak with this woman to let her know how an otherwise lovely evening ended on such a rude customer service experience. I then learned this woman was the manager. Utterly shocked to learn that such poor customer interaction came from the very person responsible for the restaurant, I expressed my disappointment and dissatisfaction at the handling of the situation...a situation that was in no way caused by our lingering too long at a table after being presented a check. She apologized for the "perception" of rushing us out but she was worried about the table of six waiting outside. As an aside, there were several open tables by then (7:20). I suggested this was horrific customer service and hoped she would never do it to someone again. She responded that sometimes it is necessary. Well it is not necessary for my family to continue to frequent Antonias. A sad ending to an otherwise nice evening, and a sad ending to my patronage of a Hillsborough establishment. You have competition, Antonias. Perhaps you have forgotten that your customers have other dining choices within steps of you. read more

One of the best reasons to visit downtown Hillsborough. Sunday brunch is not to be missed, whether you go for the bottomless mimosas or not. Don't overlook the homemade fettuccine with truffle sauce! Fantastic. Service is wonderful. They do not rush you and make you feel welcome. Enjoy artwork from local artists while you dine. Well worth the trip. read more

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This is the second time doing takeout for a family meal with them. While the food is delicious, I don't believe the portions are worthwhile. The first time, we received 2 desserts instead of 4, and they said it was because we opted for the cheesecake. (It says enough for 4 people on the menu). The second time we ordered the lasagna and the salad portion was more than the lasagna. Realistically I think the portion meant for two would be better for one person because it's not multiple layers like a traditional lasagna. Additionally, the dessert portion the second time around wasn't enough for 4 people as well. read more

Antonia's - Apple dessert - Italian Near Me - Hillsborough, North Carolina

My family and I LOVE Antonia's! The first time we dined there Antonia herself came over and introduced herself and asked how our experience was going! We have seen her back on multiple occasions and she remembers us. This leadership of hospitality and care for her customers is reflected in the rest of the staff and in the quality of the food. I love the spaghetti al pomodoro as it is incredibly simple which showcases the high quality of the food. The restaurant is also adorable with both indoor and outdoor seating and a wonderful bar. read more

Went with my sister who is vegetarian. We had a veggie dish served cold which was unexpected. Service good. Food not so good. read more

So happy that they have great outdoor seating right now! My husband and I have eaten here outside several times. The service has been excellent and we have had a really great experience. I am particularly fond of the butternut squash manicotti and the lasagna. read more

Delicious food! In fact, some of the best gluten free pasta I have ever had. Also, shout out to Ariana for her great service. Super friendly and took my celiac disease very seriously. :) read more

Amazing Valentine's Dinner with wine pairing! It was such a special night with great service. read more

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This restaurant is absolutely AMAZING. I am not sorry about the capital letters either. I have been coming here for a while and thought that it would be appropriate leaving a kind review seeing as this is my first time attending as a Yelp Elite. I have never had a bad meal here, I greatly encourage all of you to check out my pictures and see the food that we ate. Over time my favorite has been the Linguine Al Pesto which is out of this world. Antonia's brings the best Italian food to the cutest town and absolutely has it on lock. Tonight I tried a new dish, Fettucine Al Ragu with Basil. Check out my pictures (like I said), but it was incredible. The hyper-adjectives might seem like I bit much but in this case, I promise, just listen and come here! The sauce was something to write home about, not too garlicky, not too much Tomato sauce. Much credit to Claudia (the owner), and Patrick (the chef). The new menu is revitalized and the style is consistent. Look no further for the most authentic Italian meal in the Triangle. read more

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This was a wonderful surprise. We went in for lunch, our first visit to Antonia's. My daughter and I both ordered one of the pasta selections-- spaghetti and meatballs. I like that the menu has options to choose your sauce, pasta and any additions you want. The serving size, a half portion, was generous and enough that you are well satisfied. The basic tomato and basil sauce was delicious! Simple, spot on for taste. The meatballs were also generously sized, tasty, well seasoned and moist. We treated ourselves to a dessert. The chocolate mousse was divine. Smooth, chocolatey, and topped with a nice whipped cream and shaved chocolate. Love the atmosphere in this restaurant. Simple clean lines throughout makes it comfortable. The staff is friendly and attentive. We plan to be back. read more