Came here as part of a large group and they gave us the entire left side of the restaurant. Everything from the service, decor, to the food was perfect. We had a special menu to choose from and I ordered the lobster bisque as my starter, pecan crusted salmon as my main course, and the chocolate cake for dessert. The lobster bisque was delicious, and topped with a hush puppy type thing. The pecan crusted salmon itself was cooked so perfectly, flaky and juicy, and the chocolate cake was so rich and delicious. Overall I'd love to come back again and try more of their menu. read more

The service was very good and the establishment was pretty cool. However, we should have got a burger. Our meals were just okay. We expected it to be outstanding. It's just not for us. read more

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**Catered Event: Board of Directors' Dinner** Numerous locals recommended Bacchus Wine Bar & Restaurant as an excellent choice for formal occasions, and it proved to be a wonderful venue for our Board of Directors' dinner. I hosted a dinner for twenty (board members and their guests) and was especially impressed by the catering manager, who patiently guided me through the many decisions involved in planning the event and personally welcomed me on the evening of the dinner. The waitstaff were attentive and seemed to anticipate our needs, and the private dining room was both relaxing and quiet. We chose the "King's Table," which allowed all twenty guests to sit together around one large table. The room and table settings were beautiful, creating an elegant yet comfortable atmosphere. The event menu allowed me to select three salads, three entrées, and two desserts for our guests. Printed menus were placed at every setting, offering a gracious welcome and making the ordering process easy and efficient. I heard from many guests that their meals were excellent. I especially enjoyed the beet salad with goat cheese and the crème brûlée cheesecake. My filet mignon, unfortunately, was tougher than I had expected. The pecan-crusted salmon looked marvelous, and I found myself wishing I had chosen it instead. The pricing was also extremely reasonable for the quality of the setting, service, and overall experience. Each dinner was $85 and included a salad, entrée, and dessert. Bacchus provided a beautiful and memorable evening for our board, and I would gladly recommend it for a private dinner or formal gathering. read more

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Popular restaurant in the city. Very open and spacious with comfortable accommodations. Nice menu with quality ingredients. Expect to pay for it, but its worth it. Our server offered a generic experience so thankfully our meals came through to leave there satisfied. read more

Bacchus continues to impress us- one of the best salmon spots in Buffalo! For the past 3 years we have been coming here for my birthday, and we have never been disappointed. To start, the ambiance is romantic and it's a beautiful spot. This time (2/22/2026) we ordered potato pave as an appetizer, which was delicious. We also got a Caesar salad to split. I got the pecan crusted salmon for my appetizer which is amazing every time! My fiancé got the filet which he really enjoyed. As dessert we had the triple chocolate cake - just amazing. Our waitress was very attentive and brought out the cake with a candle for my birthday, which made the night feel extra special. We love it here! read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Pecan crusted salmon - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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The place had a nice ambiance but the food was sub par at best. Entirely Entirely to much garnish on each and every dish . Glad that I had a chance to try foi gras(duck liver) and I must say the house bread was extraordinary good as well. The filet was tender but in the same breath the crumb brûlée was a rip off for 16$ and definitely wasn't enough for two. Point being would I come back? No not worth the $200+ spent read more

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My son brought me here for my birthday, it wasn't my choice. The restaurant is beautiful, I'm a senior and I had to use my phone for light. The waitress was very nice and explained everything, we ordered lemon drops and the drinks were delicious. As a small plate I ordered caesar salad, which was different but good, he ordered foie gras i tried it and i didn't like it, and he ordered cured salmon, I didn't like that either, to me it was just too many garnishes on everything. I ordered the filet and that was cooked perfectly, my son ordered tuna rare, and I didn't like the texture of the tuna and for desert we got the creme Brule and that was delicious. Overall I'm glad that I got to experience different types of food that I only seen on Hell's Kitchen. Would I recommend this restaurant, Yes I would, and not to mention the free valet parking read more

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The ambiance is really nice, I really liked the lighting and the live music was lovely. The staff were really nice too! Unfortunately, we barely ate the food because it was truly bad. The steak, although pink, the crust was burnt and tasted like nothing other than burnt meat, just not good. The crispy gnocchi on the plate tasted like fast food mozzarella sticks. I was excited for the 12 hour tomato but it was just super lemony. We also got the potato pave, the dill sauce on it was good but barely there, the bacon jam on it smelled and tasted terrible, which made the entire thing inedible for us. The cocktail was not good. The bread itself was similar to Panera, so it didn't feel elevated, but the oil was the best part of the whole meal! Maybe it was an off day for them! read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Steak - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Had an excellent meal here on our recent trip to Buffalo. Not one dish was anything less than outstanding. The actual restaurant experience was a bit slow and chaotic, especially initially. It was a Sunday night and we were asked to sit at the bar since we didn't have a reservation (but there were still numerous empty tables that had never been filled by the time we left almost two hours later), so that was strange and a little off-putting at first. The bartender (Andrew, I believe, who was wonderful) indicated there'd been some issues including their computer system going down and it definitely seemed like they were understaffed. Not sure how typical all of that is, but just in case I would recommend visiting only if you've got leisurely time to spare. It was worth the wait. In addition to the calamari-and-shrimp appetizer, my boyfriend and I had the specials: a shrimp-topped halibut over risotto and asparagus, a dijon rack of lamb with herbed couscous, and the lemon ricotta pie with blueberry compote and pine nuts. Everything was cooked to perfection. Best lamb I've ever had, and I was excited to see the lemon pie as it's one of my favorite desserts but not something I commonly see on menus. The vibe is low-lit romantic, with white tablecloths, dark red textiles, and candles in a gorgeous historic building. Definitely great atmosphere. Unsurprisingly, it's a nice spot and the prices reflect that. The entrees were about $40 a pop, and you'll spend an additional $12-15/glass on wine and $18-25 on apps. It's in convenient walking location of a number of downtown Buffalo hotels. read more

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From the apps to the drinks the dinner was incredible. The service was slow but more relaxed type of fancy slow than annoyingly slow. We are in Buffalo once a year and this is our first year trying this place. It's now the only one we know we will absolutely do every time we are here again in the future. Expensive but worth it. read more

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I went with a friend of mine to hear live music on a Friday night. We did not realize how busy they would be, or we would have made reservations. We decided to have dinner at the bar which worked out okay but I will definitely make reservations next time I go. We started with baked brie. The brie was served warm with pistachios, figs, and a berry jam. I also ordered a sqash soup. I was not a fan that is because I i don't like the seasonings. If I had read the description, I wouldn't have ordered it. My friend, however, raved about how good it was. I had a ribeye which I ordered without the gorgonzola crust. It was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be back. Loved the live music - the atmosphere and the food. read more

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Great experience! our server Sarah and the bartender that evening were outstanding. beautiful space and great food and wine. Free valet parking is such a great idea--and the valet is really on top of things running around all night!! we had a wonderful dinner! highly recommend. read more

I had a 8p reservation and I was seated promptly. However, there was a large dinner party so service was a bit delayed. I tried Tuna Tartare 10/10 Bacchus Bouillabaisse 1000/10 and a Negroni Sbagliato 8/10. The fresh bread 10/10. It was a bit chilly inside, the server did adjust the temp near the table at our request. I recommend and look forward to going again. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Tuna Tartare, Artichoke, Caesar Salad - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Service was top tier! I'd left something in my car and was prepared to run to the car but instead, the valet offered to retrieve it for me. Coming from Southern CA, I've never received that offer and it meant a lot. Now, the good was phenomenal. We ordered the Brie, Caesar salad, TarTar, and Calamari before dinner and it was all so mouthwatering. Our main course of the Salmon and also stead didn't disappoint either. That was some of the most succulent and flavorful salmon I've ever had and it paired very well with the sides. Genuinely a 10/10 read more

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First the good. Close proximity to Shays if you're going to a show and as long as you let the server know they will coordinate your meal and time for you to get to the show on time. The menu is somewhat limited with a lot of fancy sauces and dressings some of which were uncalled for. Everything we had including the crispy pork belly, the calamari and the roasted chicken were all very good. Service, I would give it a three out of five, I think they were a little understaffed the evening that we went. The bad part was that we took a well-behaved child with us, I know this isnt a place to bring children but we needed to make an exception and this time. There is absolutely nothing on the menu for a child, I even asked if they could prepare a hamburger and they said no. I don't think that was too far fetched or out of the question. Overall a good experience, imo maybe slightly overpriced for the quantity that was brought out. read more

We went because we had a gift card. It was very crowded and disorderly, the tables were in disarray. The atmosphere was chaotic that's for sure. The sides on the pork were all interesting and delicious. read more

My husband and I decided to try Bacchus as he had never been there and I had only been one time for a week event. We went on a Friday evening. The restaurant was not busy for the beginning of the weekend. The restaurant was lovely. The service was good. We started with the calamari and rock shrimp appetizer. There was enough to serve possibly three or four people. But, the calamari was a tad over done and there was very little shrimp. The cost for this appetizer was $18 which seemed reasonable. Because we were sort of full we decided to share the shrimp encrusted swordfish. They split the swordfish and gave us both quite a bit of risotto. The swordfish was very small as it was split but it was still small had they given us a whole piece. For $45 and a $5 sharing fee. We felt it was very expensive for the size. The risotto was cooked well, unfortunately, it was pretty salty. We probably won't be back. There are so many restaurants in the area with really good quality food at the same price point. read more

stopped in Bacus after the Cirque du Soleil show. Ate at the bar been there multiple times but it's been a while. I had the pork tenderloin which was so I spit into the napkin twice to get rid of the fat that was in it. Sorry I know sounds disgusting. The bread was stale. Was not a fan and at this point I don't think I would go back at the price point. They're at. read more

Top-notch service! Ambience is very classy and sophisticated. They have a great selection of fine wines. Food wise, not a lot of vegetarian options but the server recommended some off-menu items and they were good. I had the tiramisu for dessert and it was absolutely decadent. read more

Service was excellent. Atmosphere and ambience was quite nice.The menu selections were intriguing and eclectic. Wine selections were exhaustive and I appreciated the opportunity to purchase half bottles of higher quality items. Execution on the food side, though, was a bit off. Everything seemed over salted and not as fresh as expected. We chalked this up to it being Sunday night late after a home Buffalo Bills game. I'd give it another try. Don't miss the amazing wine bottle cork art in their private party room! read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Good food and ambiance was nice. I think their wine options by the glass could be more expansive (especially being called Bacchus). Liked that they brought the bottle out for the pour so you can see the label. Salmon was delicious, so was baked Brie. read more

Bacchus was a great welcome to Buffalo!!!! Approximately a 3 minute walk from our Hotel. We had reservations so we were immediately seated, our waitress brought us the daily specials list and wine list. We both ordered the Passion Fruit Margarita with Black Salt Rim. I ordered for my meal the Roasted Chicken with Ranch Drizzle, accompanied with Mashed potatoes with caramelized onions and a tomato spring salad. Lord have mercy, those little cherry tomatoes were bursting with juicy deliciousness!¡! Clearly this garnish sets the tone for the dish. I complimented the tomato salad and the waitress brought out a small plate with a serving of the tomato salad!!!! Hats down, such stellar customer service!!! The chef is in the kitchen " Setting it Off"!!!!! Everything was superb. The mood of the restaurant is relaxing , the uplighting and ambiance is like a warm hug!!!! Thanks for the welcome to Buffalo on a night when the Bills won over Miami by 24 points , wide receiver just came through like a steam roller!!! So tonights meal was celebrated as that win!!! We see yoi being fabulous Bacchus!!!! Our Bill was $120 , but worth ever cent. read more

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I am taking a slightly different take on this review - but I believe may experience will help you understand what a terrific restaurant Bacchus is and a gem in a city of excellent dining choices. We have been coming here for many years and never had a disappointing meal. Tonight we shared the Potato Pato appetizer (special last evening) - delicious. How do they get that much flavor in one bite? One of us had the ribeye (huge and enjoyed warmed up today). The other three had the halibut special - outstanding). Service was excellent as provided by Indigo (if you're thinking Princes Bride you are right). To sum up: service and dinner quality were great as usual. Last night was over the top for our party for another reason - the attention to detail to welcome those with disabilities. I have Parkinson's Disease. It is a movement disorder that effects all aspects of your life, including balance, speech, and many other problems. Daily challenges include getting in/out of a car, stairs, obstacles to trip over, standing in in spot for a lengthy period, unsupportive seating, etc. From the moment I arrived, I exhaled relief. We started with efficient and friendly parking curbside. Only a few paces to the entrance that was stair free. The hostess proceed to seat us in extremely comfortable chairs that swiveled and had sturdy arms to assist in standing. As we were getting ready to leave, the valet had our car waiting curbside so no prolonged standing or waiting (we did not prompt this - he and Bacchus personnel just made it happen). A wonderful evening with dear friends, a beautiful meal, and comfort in my safety made this night special. Thank you Bacchus for allowing me to feel like my old self once again. If you don't have a disability, you may not recognize what a big deal this is - But if you do, or have any concerns about your mobility - give Bacchus a try - excellent food, great service - and you can dine in comfort. read more

We came in with a reservation and we were seated almost immediately. Service was fantastic. Food was pretty good. The restaurant interior was beautiful. We tried the shrimp crusted swordfish and gorgonzola crusted rib eye. Rib eye was medium rare and had full of flavor especially with the gorgonzola cheese on top. Shrimp crusted swordfish was flaky and fresh. That herb risotto on bottom was cooked perfectly. This was a good combination and would order again. Yes it is expensive since it is fine dining. read more

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Bacchus continues to impress. The food is for the most part excellent. A great server like we had tonight, Ann Marie, compels the fifth star. She took care of our table of eight in the private dining room by herself and kept things moving nicely. Not only is there talent in the kitchen, but the menu planning is very creative, very impressive. The duck was certainly good and nicely seasoned but the accompanying Israeli couscous with pumpkin seeds was spectacular. As was the calamari and shrimp appetizer. I was going to pout because their bouillabaisse was not available tonight and that is usually what I have at this fine establishment, but that forced me to get what I ordinarily would not have and I'm glad of it. The people in my group got a variety of cocktails, which I'm told were all properly made. My double bourbon was a nice heavy pour. The glasses, flatware, place settings were all elegant and functional. Our waitress knew how to pour wine, which is a dying art. The coffee was a bit weak, but I chalk that up to personal preference and not a shortcoming of this excellent restaurant. The desserts were decadent and not too large. If I had any criticism at all, it would be that the water that is served tasted highly chlorinated, even though it was poured from Bottles that suggested it was something other than tapwater. But as I said, our server was so good and so attentive that I cannot give anything less than five stars. read more

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Bacchus is my new favorite splurge. We did a couples night here with friends who are VIPs when they come here. They have been coming here for years, are regulars, everyone knows them, their kids grew up here, love it. On this particular night, my boyfriend and I split the steak and eggs as a app. It is beef carpaccio. It was delicious. I wanted more and more of that beef. I loved all elements of this dish. For my meal, I went with the ahi tuna. It was served with a crispy rice cake and avocado miso salad with an incredible chili glaze. The tuna was delicious, but what stole the show for me was that crispy rice cake. Holy moly! I loved that the rice was crispy. I never ever thought about rice being crispy. It was the highlight and I want my boyfriend to make this for me, or somehow use an air fryer to replicate at home. The chili glaze just put it over the edge for me. I was here earlier in the month and I thought that shrimp encrusted swordfish was divine, but then I had this ahi tuna and crispy rice cake and I further fell in love. You can't go wrong with anything you order here. Everyone else enjoyed their meals. My boyfriend ordered the pork chop and loved it as well. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Steak and eggs - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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Food 5 star Service 5 star Ambiance 5 star Wine served by the glass, half bottle or full bottle read more

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Went for a birthday dinner with my partner and the ambience was more casual than I expected to be. Possibly because looking out on Chippewa you see all kinds of commotion happening. We both ordered the New York strip steak with mashed potatoes and brussels sprouts ($48) and enjoyed it. For an appetizer, we got the rock shrimp and calamari ($13) which was served in a really delicious glaze. There were small things that somewhat deflated the other wise great dining experience, including not having enough steak knives for both of us at the start of our meals (ever try using a butter knife to cut a steak, lol) and being served the wrong steaks (they swapped our medium and medium well steaks, so my partner just thought they messed up out right and ate about a 1/3 before vocalizing something). The dessert though was divine and since it was her birthday they comped for a dessert and she chose the Jameson tiramisu, which really was amazing. They offer complementary valet service as well which we definitely took advantage of. i'd recommend checking out this place for a nice meal and strongly encourage reservations. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - NY strip steak with mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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A wonderful evening shared with David our waiter. From the perfectly crafted Bracci's Manhattan to the roasted beet salad and exquisite beef tartare, every detail was thoughtfully planned and beautifully enjoyed. Truly a night to remember. read more

Ambiance excellent. Sophisticated and austere. Service first-class. By-the-glass wine serving protocol is transparent and the pours are generous. Wine list is amazing and should be, of course. All food is expertly prepared and the portions are perfect. Espresso is great. For the money, all-around top flight dining experience and not just for Buffalo, but anywhere. read more

Food was amazing, pork loin was on point. Service was great. Will recommend the Mac n cheese as a starter. Only complaint was the band was too loud and sounded awful due to the poor equipment. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Glazed Pork Loin. - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

This is a popular spot - it was busy on a Saturday night. We had reservations which were easy to make online. They offer valet parking. Their wine list is great (as a wine bar should be!). We asked our server for a recommendation for a bottle to share since we have different tastes in wines, and he brought us one to taste that we absolutely loved. The wine was the highlight of the meal. We both ordered the caesar salad - it came in a unique presentation with whole romaine leaves, and it was delicious - not overly dressed, and served with potato croutons which were also a unique addition. We shared the cheese and meat plate, which was a perfect addition to the salads for a light dinner. They also serve bread at the table with a delicious oil mixture. The service was okay - our server was friendly, but a little M.I.A. The atmosphere here is great - they had the windows open and it was a gorgeous night. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Cheese and meat plate - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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I am SO glad we decided to dine at Bacchus prior to the Billy Joel concert this past weekend! What a perfect meal and experience all around. We were the first ones there at ~5:20 - I would say reservations are key here, though, as they filled up pretty quickly after that on a gorgeous Saturday night. We went with two glasses of wine, Col the Lambrusco and me a Rose Prosecco - both were phenomenal and they list is clearly crafted to be a match with all of their menu items. The break and olive oil was thoughtfully presented and flavored. We went with all small plates for dinner and did not regret going this route. We enjoyed the berry salad (every table around us ordered this and it was basic but delicious), gnocchi mac and cheese, calamari & shrimp, and steak and eggs. I would order every single one of those things over and over again. Don't skip the creme brulee! Our server Maxwell was super attentive and everything came out FAST - which was awesome since we were late. :) A meal we won't soon forget! Thanks to the team at Bacchus for helping us commemorate a special weekend! read more

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I've been here a few times before and each experience has always been wonderful! The valet is a nice touch, ambiance is cozy and intimate, and each dish I've had has been absolutely delicious! Will continue to return here for all my special occasions. We ordered a handful of appetizers including the calamari and scallop specials, gnocchi Mac n cheese, and tuna tartare. For my entree I had the filet and it was melt in your mouth, cooked to perfection (I always do a medium rare). The bacon jam topping went so well with it! Finished with some creme brulee for dessert and it was caramelized just right. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Creme brulee - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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We came here for New Year's Eve. It was a busy night, but the staff stayed on top of everything. We had a nice drink at the bar while we waited for our table to free up. Then once seated at the table, our server, Kristin, gave us exceptional attention. She knew every dish on the menu. She knew the extensive wine list in depth and when she heard the wines we were leaning towards, she recommended another wine on the menu that she said was similar profile but exceptional. We went with her suggestion and it really was a gem. She even offered to decant it, which was literally reading my mind since I like to decant any wine that's 5 years or older. Food was top notch. There was a complimentary amuse bouche of Alaskan king crab with saffron cream. So fresh and flavorful. As the first course, my husband had a Caesar salad with extra anchovies. The anchovies had a nice fresh flavor, not overbrined. I opted for the special paddlefish caviar with bubbles. It was delectable, with the creaminess of the cheese spread land the hint of chives cushioning and enhancing the flavor of the caviar. Second course was a filet au poivre for me. It was cooked perfectly and had a nice thickness. The pepper sauce was just hitting my limit on pepperyness (I'm a peppercorn lightweight). But the true star of the plate was the 12 hour braised tomato, which had such a rich and concentrated flavor. Mmm. My husband had duck breast, which was served with a risotto with bits of duck confit, squash, pumpkin seeds and pomegranate drizzle. He loved it. For dessert, we split a crème brulée cheesecake and I got a nice glass of Armagnac. It's been a long time since I've been so satisfied with a restaurant meal. What a perfect end to the year. read more

August 1,2025: The food at Bacchus was just wonderful, from the Octopus small plate to the wonderful Sword fish entree the experience was what you expect from a fine dining restaurant.Great wine selection and professional service make a great combination for such well prepared food. read more

This was my second visit to Bacchus and both times were delicious. The restaurant is nicely decorated with a smart casual vibe. We were greeted immediately upon entering and showed to our table where our party awaited our arrival. We were asked right away if we wanted something to drink. Their Manhattan is fantastic, served on a nice block of ice in a lowball glass with a delicious cherry. I ordered off the specials menu, and chose the bass. It was served with a delicious sauce and a light salad with fennel and orange segments. The fish was served atop green lentils and a creamy mashed potato. It was light and hearty at the same time. The espresso martini is delicious as an alternative to dessert. All in all a solid restaurant with great cocktails, hearty, beautiful food, and great service. read more

Bacchus Wine Bar and Restaurant - Bass Special - New American Near Me - Buffalo, New York

A very delicious dinner. We had the raviolis, duck and ahi tuna with a calamari appetizer. Everything was incredible. Just fyi- The serving size was huge for this type of restaurant. The service was great. Highly recommended this place for a special occasion. read more

A favorite place. Had a nice dinner last night and everyone raved on their food. I had the ahi tuna and it was fantastic... along with a nice Spanish red. Our server was wonderful. Just the right amount of attention and super pleasant and charming. Absolutely recommend. read more

A decent wine bar and restaurant in the downtown area. It has a fair amount of seating inside along with a small bar. Service was friendly and reasonably fast. I went with a Caesar salad, which had an odd addition of potato "croutons". For my meal I had the mushroom flatbread, which also had a nice mix of prosciutto with the mushrooms. It was a little heavy in the oil and reggiano though. Not a bad meal but nothing especially memorable either. read more