Breakfast pizza. That's it, that's what you get. Fresh made with a soft warm crust. Actually a lot of what we got was good but the pizza stood out as #1. I liked the white beans which had a slight sour/lemony touch to it. The interior was beautiful and very elevated retro inspired like a lot of Palm Springs. They have outdoor seating in front patio that allows dogs. Service was at tentative and gave great descriptions and recommendations of the food items. (Shout out to our server that recommended the breakfast pizza and changed out lives) read more

Bar Issi - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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After hearing so much about Bar Issi, we were really looking forward to trying it, but unfortunately, our experience was underwhelming. The biggest disappointment was the food. The artichokes were extremely tough--more like chewing on wood than enjoying a well-prepared vegetable. We expected much better from a restaurant with such a strong reputation. The service was pleasant enough, but it wasn't particularly memorable or attentive. It was fine, just nothing that stood out. What surprised us most was the noise level. The music was so loud that my husband and I could barely carry on a conversation throughout dinner. We enjoy a lively atmosphere, but this felt more like a nightclub than a restaurant. Overall, based on all the hype and how difficult it can be to get a reservation, we expected a much more enjoyable dining experience. While others clearly love it, it just wasn't the right fit for us. read more

This restaurant seems underrated. The food was excellent. Meatballs were fresh, well made, the sauce was delicious. Only slight downside was portions were small but maybe because I'm comparing to other American Italian restaurants. Pizza was delicious, top grade thin crust that is on the level of authentic Italian. We got the bolognese pasta as well and that also knocked it out of the park. Deeply rich and satisfying lamb ragu sauce, 10/10. We really liked the ambiance too, they have a hip vibe with a cool aesthetic including this dragon wallpaper that was pretty sick. Then the waitstaff were uniformly very friendly, easy to talk to, and quickly available. Overall just a stellar experience and I think the current yelp rating is off the mark to be honest. read more

Super cute restaurant in Pam springs, food was great. Really enjoyed the squash blossom and skirt steak Service was pretty slow. Asked for ranch/ketchup for my fries and didn't receive it until after I was finished with my food... read more

We were recently in the area for Coachella and this was the cutest brunch spot before a full day! The interior is super cute and funky. Lots of pinks and greens! We were in the mood for some pasta and went with their Shrimp Linguini and Spaghetti. Both were sooo yummy! I'm usually not the biggest fan of a cream sauce, but the Shrimp Linguini really surprised me. It featured calabrian chili, parsley, and lemon. The citrus notes were really forward and cut a lot of the cream. So good! The Spaghetti was a classic pomodoro with lots of basil. Simple and done right! All of their pasta is made in-house. So fresh! Love the unique shapes and textures! read more

Bar Issi - Shrimp Linguini & Spaghetti - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

If you're looking for a great happy hour in Palm Springs, then head over to Bar Issi on Palm Canyon Drive, right in front of the Thompson Hotel. Friendly bartenders, excellent cocktails, and tasty bar bites. Recommendations: (1) For drinks, try the House Old Fashioned and the House Hugo Spritz. So good! (2) For bar bites, try the Pizzeta Rosa with tomato, garlic, oregano, and parmesan. Especially loved the crust and red sauce. read more

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First visit and had a fantastic experience. Wonderful décor and ambiance. It's the kind of place that feels elevated, thoughtfully designed, and perfect for a special outing, brunch, or dinner. There's valet parking available at the adjacent Thompson Hotel for $10, if you can't find something on the street. Service from the bar staff was excellent. Friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of for the entire visit. We tried the La Fresa Rosa ($19), a no-alcohol Palm Springs Vice ($12), a Milano Boulevard ($19), and a House Martini Dirty ($21). All the cocktails were very well made, and my wife claimed that her dirty martini was one of the best she's had. Unfortunately, we arrived in between their brunch and afternoon/evening food service, so we couldn't try anything this time. Another visit is certainly warranted. Overall, a great experience. We'll most definitely be back for more! read more

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Great service and great food. My boyfriend and I came in for lunch time and got seated right away. It's very aesthetic so the food is a bit pricey but definitely worth a try! read more

Bar Issi - Ambiance - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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Days later and I'm still dreaming about the Nonna's Meatballs from the appetizer section. Truly, the best meatballs I have ever had!! If you stop here, this is a must order. Bar Issi was recommended to me by a resident in my family's condo and had I not been given the recommendation, I am not sure I would have stopped. Being a yearly traveler to Palm Springs and already knowing my spots, I was skeptical to try Bar Issi being a newer establishment. My friends and I made a reservation online for outdoor dining and got seated promptly on Palm Canyon Drive. To my surprise, the layout of the exterior patio allows for a very serene dining space and far less noise from the cars the I anticipated due to some plants, the rod iron fence, etc. In addition to being able to see the mountain landscape from outside, those who have their back faced to the mountain can get a great view by looking at the glass window as the reflection shines nicely. The service is high end and quick to come with waters and review the specials. The cocktail menu is robust and I was so thrilled to see a nice variety of mocktails including a mocktail espresso martini which I purchased and adored!!! It was tiny and just the right size topped with espresso beans just like a normal one would be. Fantastic!! My group ended up splitting 3 dishes as everything sounded jaw dropping. As mentioned above, the meatballs were our starter along with the burrata. The burrata was outstanding and uniquely made unlike anything my group had ever tasted. It contained citrus, chili, pistachio and mint all on the cold citrus fruit and was pleasantly amazing!! We kept raving how we would have never thought of this recipe and even have quite the homemaker in the group. For our main dishes we split the Angolotti Pasta and Margherita wood fired pizza. Both dishes were out of this world and every bite kept getting better and better. Needless to say, we tried to make a reservation the very next evening and every seat in the house was already taken. We ended up going to another local Italian restaurant on Palm Canyon and were very underwhelmed coming from Bar Issi to it. Bar Issi sets the bar very high for Italian food now. I wonder if the bar in the name is part of this phrase??! Funny. Palm Springs: you have got yourself a real winner with Bar Issi. I cannot wait to return next year. Thank you for making such a memorable meal for my friends and I!!!! Grazie!!!!!! read more

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Bar Issi had an amazing happy hour with affordable drinks and an elegant upscale ambiance. We ordered the margarita at $10 and it was delicious. This margarita was definitely a crafted cocktail made with higher end ingredients and $10 is a bargain for this drink. We also ordered the Rose at $5 a glass and that might be the best deal in Palm Springs. Last, the bartender provided excellent service and made sure we were taken care of. 5 stars for happy hour! read more

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What an incredible evening, in the most affordable restaurant with lots of flare!We made a reservation for restaurant week, but showed up early for happy hour. We let the host know that we were here, but at the bar. We took our time , enjoyed HH thoroughly. The drinks were great, as was the service. We ordered the truffle fries (superb) and the squash blossoms (Devine). Between the three of us we had the gin martini, the vodka martini, the margarita and a glass of wine. The prices are great very enjoyable. We were then seated for dinner and really enjoyed the Restaurant Week Deals, we had the Shirt steak that was cooked perfectly and the Crispy octopus off the regular menu. I did not try it, but was told it was the most perfect preparation they had ever had (coming from our chef friend). Desert was light and delicious, we will most definitely be back! Probably next week! Thank you restaurant week for exposing us to this new gem! read more

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The interior design is a bold blend of Italian power and Venetian influences. This place is high in energy and kind with staff from the hostess to the food being delivered to our table everyone was fun. The bread is off the charts great and so is the trio of exotic butters that accompany it. Nonna meatballs are a must as well as any pizza you can order. In terms of drinks, the Cosmo is strong and the wine list extremely well curated. We will absolutely be recommending this restaurant to anyone who visits Palm Springs a special shout out to Alfredo the very fun server that we were lucky enough to be assigned. Thank you for everything! read more

Bar Issi - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Such a beautiful restaurant. The ambiance alone is a solid 5 out of 5 stars from the moment you walk in. It's the kind of place that feels elevated, thoughtfully designed, and perfect for a special outing or a nice brunch. Service was a little confusing at the beginning since we weren't sure who our waitress was, so it took a bit longer to get our first order in. But once we connected with her, she was great. Friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of for the rest of the meal. As for the food, everything we had tasted really good. The flavors were on point, and you can tell there's quality behind the dishes. Our Bloody Mary didn't look very impressive presentation-wise, but it actually tasted great, which honestly matters more. The only thing that felt a little off was the plating. With such a stunning ambiance, I expected the dishes to visually match that same level of detail and presentation. While everything tasted wonderful, the plating just didn't quite live up to the vibe of the space. Overall, still a great experience. Beautiful setting, solid food, and once service got going, it was a really enjoyable visit. I'd definitely come back and hope to see the presentation elevate to match the rest of the experience. read more

Went for my sisters birthday brunch. It was good, however I wasn't feeling too well, so I kept to basic's. I got a shrimp cocktail & a simple fried egg. Now, that simple fried egg was worth it, & let me tell you why. The yolk was a rich amber gold. If you know eggs & egg farming & chicken keeping, you know the chickens get a lot of sun & are probably open pasture raised. Now service & cleanliness is different. We got a waiter who was maybe not so excited to be at work that Sunday. His attitude was very short & rude. Then, our silverware was not clean. When my sister was for new ones, she was met with side eyes and hugging and puffing. Overall, I would try it again, maybe on a less busy day. read more

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Visited Palm Spring over the weekend and Went to Bar Issi on the first night The atmosphere is very lively and we really enjoyed it. Cocktails are very good. However the Waguy Rib Eye Steak tasted like just a regular price of meat. A little disappointing, probably won't come back here again. read more

We really like the vibe. The place is beautiful. The pasta dishes might be the best in town. I think Palm Springs has been hitting for an Italian restaurant for a long time. This is it! The host accommodated us with a baby and showing up two hours before our reservation. Much love . read more

Bar Issi - The best kids pasta ever. - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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I loved the vibe of Bar Issi as a whole. The ambiance is super trendy. It's a great place for a nicer dinner or drinks. The people sitting next to us were raving about the pizzas. Someone else highly recommended the shrimp linguine. I ordered the shrimp linguine and, while the portion is a good size, I unfortunately found the flavor lacking. The pasta was bland, soggy, and the dish was overly oily. I felt like I was just eating straight olive oil, which wasn't very pleasant after the first few bites. I do want to give this place another chance one day, since I loved the interior, everything was plated so beautifully, and other people seemed so genuinely happy with their dishes. read more

I rarely leave negative reviews, but our experience at Bar Isis was extremely disappointing. From the moment we arrived, we were not greeted or acknowledged by staff. We were told we could only sit at the bar because dinner service had not started, yet the food being served appeared to be the same dinner menu. Once seated, we were never offered food and had to figure things out on our own. The service from the bartenders was unfriendly throughout the evening. To make matters worse, there were fruit flies and regular flies all over the bar area, which made the experience feel unsanitary and uncomfortable. The most upsetting part occurred when my pregnant wife, who assumed it was acceptable since the restaurant is located on the same property as our hotel, left with her drink. Instead of politely informing us of the policy beforehand, a bartender chased us down the street to retrieve it. However, the worst moment came when a bartender abruptly snatched a dinner napkin from directly under my wife's arm without saying "excuse me" or offering any apology. It was incredibly rude, disrespectful, and completely unacceptable. Unfortunately, between the poor service, lack of hospitality, cleanliness concerns, and disrespectful treatment, this was one of the worst dining experiences we've had. We will not be returning. read more

Bar Issi - Drinks and being ignored. - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Even though we come in close to closing time we did not feel rushed in the slightest. The food was amazing and came out super quickly. read more

Bar Issi - margarita pizza - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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We are locals. We've eaten at Bar Issi at least 15 times in the past year. We want to share our love for this place but hope some of our constructive criticism gets through to the bar manager and others. There are several outstanding dishes - lamb bolognese, mushroom pizza, branzino, the pistachio soft serve. Please read the other reviews for how great they are. The service is great as is the atmosphere. Despite their overwhelming success, I'm starting to see cracks in the foundation- and I'm hoping that calling them out, directly, that I'll stop the slow deterioration that could affect local repeat business. To be clear, we are writing this review for other locals - because several of you have also chatted about this with us about how this place is moving from great to good. We enjoyed the above mentioned dishes multiple times but we are starting to see small changes that perhaps increases profit a tiny bit, but reduces customer experience in a larger way. Recently, the size of the feta block on the Greek Salad has shrunk considerably. This affects the whole balance of each "bite" where you are incorporating all the elements of the dish. I can't be fully sure but the feta itself has lost some of that creaminess that was evident when you first opened in June last year. The change that has perplexed our group of friends most is the change from hand stuffed blue cheese olives to feta olives (not hand stuffed). Nobody wants a feta stuffed olive!! It truly is not equivalent in any manner. Feta is good but is not the same as Blue Cheese for the martini crew. This makes us sad, sad, sad. Apparently SOME GUY in accounting has decided that they'd save 20 cents by making this change and is now causing half our party to downgrade from a martini to a beer. Tonight we went in toward the end of the night (we stopped by for a nightcap and dessert - something we had never done before) and we were told the "soft serve machine overheated" so we were not able to have the signature dish - something we raved about with our guests and truly the only reason we came in. I worked in restaurants and these machines are not fun to clean at night - I get it - but hoping this is not a regular occurrence. I don't want rant too long but I'm hoping someone notices. Image below is of the soft serve we craved tonight and enjoyed a previous visit two weeks ago. read more

Bar Issi - Pistachio Soft Serve with Chocolate and Raspberry Sauces - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Second time visiting Bar Issi, with a much better experience this time around. Delicious drinks, great food flavors (the burratta is a must) and service has improved for the most part from last time. There was a couple off paced moments but generally speaking was good. The restaurant was busy; one thing I still don't like is how close they seat you to others- you can hear everything everyone is talking about. Also went to celebrate my birthday (which was noted on the reservation) and they didn't do anything for it which was a bummer, not sure I'd go here to celebrate anything. read more

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Visited during happy hour and had a blast! The restaurant's interior design is exceptional. The lighting, fabrics, wall paper, color schemes, and overall aesthetic are stunning. For food we had wagyu sliders, squash blossoms, and pizzeta bianca. Each dish was absolutely delicious and certainly made me want to try more of the food. Just a wonderful restaurant across the board and I completely understand why people rave about it. read more

Bar Issi - Happy Hour - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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Full disclosure, I have not eaten at Bar Issi yet but I've been there twice for cocktails and they make an all-time great Manhattan. It's really a great spot! read more

About an hour before we arrived on a Wednesday, we called as there were no openings on open table before 8pm. They told us they had 2 seats on the patio at an earlier time, so we booked it. When we arrived, 2 seats opened up at the bar so that is where we ended up. Service: Excellent. The host has to be one of the happiest people on this planet and our bartender, Josh, was attentive, helpful and had a great sense of humor. The other bartenders checked on us also, leaving me with a feeling of a cohesive team who respects their coworkers. Food: The Greek salad had tasty, sweet tomatoes, olives, cukes and other deliciousness with a light vinaigrette that made this a very yummy salad. The slab of feta on top was quite generous. The mushroom pizza was savory, thin crust and very well made with quality ingredients. Bar: Comfy, oversized seats with the bar top being backlit, highlighting gold specs which look like chopped basil leaves. It gave off a cool vibe. The double sided menus were printed on thick, translucent paper, which was challenging to read without the backing also showing through due to the underlighting. A glass of chard is $24, a generous pour. The beautifully presented craft cocktails are often served in a small martini or coup glass. Atmosphere: Fun, uniquely decorated with a matching music track, which was not overly loud. The people volume was a bit loud when the restaurant was completely full, however, you could still carry on a conversation without shouting. Parking was available in the lot 2 blocks away. Bar Issi has been open about 5 months, and a lot of the Thompson Hotel guests seemed to be hanging out here. read more

Bar Issi - Mushroom pizza, thin crispy crust, loaded with mushrooms and quality ingredients, excellent. - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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Pretty epic spot. Was lucky to grab a reservation and this place did not disappoint. Service was immaculate and the food was outta this world good. We all had something different and we all agreed the risotto was the best. Steak and Frites are no joke good. Nice Palm Springs decor and vibe. Would be a regular here is I could snag the reservations. read more

My friends and I are on a girls trip and came here for dinner on a Friday night. We did have a reservation and were seated right away. It's super cute inside- great vibes and decor. The staff were all very friendly, super attentive, and welcoming. The food was also very tasty! Parking was fairly easy for us we got a spot right out front. Definitely recommend you give this place a try! Food/drink review: Rose: (5/5) Super tasty! I could have easily had 2 or 3 glasses. Puccia bread and butter: (3/5) It comes with 3 butters. Regular salted butter, I think a pesto one, and sun-dried tomato. The sun-dried butter was the best. It was OK, very burnt. Shoestring fries; (5/5) These were bombbbb. Def recommend. You can get truffle on top for an extra $10, but these were perfectly fine without it. Broccolini; (5/5) Simple, but well seasoned and flavorful. Ribeye steak: (4/5) It was cooked well, but we had more than half fat on our plate, which was a bummer for the price we paid. Agnolotti: (2/5) It was OK. The lemon zest really threw off the flavor for the pasta. We definitely wouldn't order again especially for $32. read more

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With so many great options for dining in Palm Springs, we were very picky in deciding where to go. I picked this one mostly because of the grand decor. We arrived and they told us they were bought out for the night and the only seating was outside. They had misters to avoid the heat, but I was sad we weren't able to eat inside. Service and food were just okay. I wouldn't recommend the pizza, but the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe was good (a little salty). Drinks were yummy, i'd recommend the Lavender drink. I asked for a side of parmesan with the pasta that we never got, and wanted to ask for ranch with the pizza which I never got the opportunity to :( read more

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We've been dining here regularly since they opened about a year ago, and it has become one of our favorite restaurants in Palm Springs. The food is always outstanding - high quality, beautifully prepared, and consistent every time we visit. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, with beautiful décor. The service is consistently friendly and attentive, making us feel welcome every visit. We also appreciate the excellent wine selection and cocktail selection, which perfectly complement the menu. It's not easy for a newer restaurant to maintain such a high level of quality and consistency, but they absolutely do. We're fortunate to have a restaurant of this caliber in Palm Springs and look forward to many more visits. Shout out to the excellent manager, Michael and excellent bartender Nick! read more

First time here! Super fun decor - personable staff, great service!! Best BLT I've ever had in my life - seriously!! read more

Bar Issi - Fun decor! - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Love this place. Service was so attentive to our large group and nearly every dish was a hit. The poke, hamachi, and oysters were delicious. But the shrimp cocktail was amazing! They had the largest, juiciest shrimp that I have ever tried. Then we had roasted veggies, broccolini, pizza, shrimp pasta, branzino, and skirt steak. They were all really good but the standouts were the shrimp pasta, steak, and broccolini. We sat outside which was great for catching up, sipping our drinks, and sharing bites. Inside there was a DJ and cute decor. I can't wait to go back the next time I'm in PS. read more

Bar Issi - Amazing shrimp cocktail - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

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We had a large party and were sat outside. It was a great vibe. The staff was very patient and attentive. Food: Shrimp linguini- This was everyone's favorite! The shrimp was perfectly cooked. The sauce was so good people started sipping their bread in it. 5/5 Puccia bread with the trio of butters was great. A perfect starter. The 5/5 Shrimp cocktail- the shrimp was huge! And so delicious 5/5 Skirt steak- was so good we wanted to order another one! Perfectly cooked and seasoned 5/5 Branzino- ok. could have had more flavor 3/5 Pepperoni Pizza- was yummy. Nothing amazing 4/5 Fries- too salty! 3/5 read more

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Second time there & I had hoped for more than the terrible service we had the first time a few months ago....however this time 8 of us.... Last night, food was good service was HORRIBLE, rude waitress, did not even give us the time of day-even after ordering cocktails & bottles. They should be embarrassed at the lack of care their staff takes to make clients feel welcome. read more

Bar Issi is new to the downtown Palm Springs but already has a solid reputation. I recommend reservations as this place is pretty popular. The ambiance is very posh and makes a great date night. Our server was really kind and had great recommendations. We ordered the pepperoni pizza($24) and the radiatori($34)which was a rigatoni pasta with truffle fries($12). They truly were delicious and filling. For dessert we ordered the chocolate budino ($16) and the hazelnut with the chocolate was airy and phenomenal. The food was top notch and enjoyed the cocktails as well. Overall a great new spot in downtown Palm Springs. I recommend! read more

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I've eaten here (at least twice before) and I had great experiences with the food and service. This last time was bad: we had to sit on the patio, which wasn't an issue because of the temps, the problem is that it is in the middle of their auto-court. Car headlights in our faces every 5 minutes (the patio is lower than the auto-court). It's very close, like the cars are just two-three feet from the edge of the patio. Never take the those tables, no matter how long the wait! read more

Bar Issi - Fancy drink! - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

Amazing restaurant from start to finish. Super fire food, everything is high quality and the service was on point. Will definitely be bookmarking & returning when i'm in Palm Springs. Top 5 Restaurant in Palm Springs, no doubt. read more

We came on a busy Friday night and this place was in full effect! Decor, Vibe and music were on point. Service was friendly and fun, but slow. My drink was good but not worth $18 in my opinion. We started with the bread which is like a doughier naan that came with pesto, plain and chili butter. It was good but $14 a bit pricey. The burrata app was good. My spaghetti cacao & pepe was undercooked and very peppery. I didn't finish it. My husband got the flank cooked steak medium well, but I came medium rare. He sent it back and it came almost medium. A manager came by before we got our food to ask how things were going but never came back when we had real feedback. Instead, he had drinks at 2 tables down from us with staff. They were out of soft serve so we opted for sorbet. The chocolate is dang good. For $100 each we don't feel the need to return. We had high hopes to bring out of town friends here the next week but changed plans. Hope they get it together. read more

Bar Issi - Italian Near Me - Palm Springs, California

More like what didn't go well! As always, greeted like family as we walked in. Celebrated a friends birthday and it was his first time there. Sat in the middle of the dining room and enjoyed the music and happy vibe around us. Excellent food and service! We had an amazing time and can't wait until our next visit. Thank you Bar Issi read more

Had dinner here tonight with my husband. Our server Brock was amazing. Very kind and attentive and gave great recommendations for dinner. We started off with the bread that came with 3 different butters. Very yummy. We got the squash blossoms, lamb chops and skirt steak with grilled veggies. Food came out fairly quickly and the cocktails were strong and delicious. The whole ambience is very white lotus super cute and I loved the whole vibes with wall paper and bar. Fair prices and good portions. Highly recommend when visiting Palm Springs. You'll definitely need a reservation as this is a new hot spot. Free parking on the street. Make sure to ask for Brock. He was the best! read more

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Super cute interior, fun vibe, new vibrant hotspot. Service was excellent, and our food came out fast. I had the cacio e Pepe and my husband had the agnolotti ravioli type pasta dish. Both were excellent. We would come back here again. read more

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Calling all white lotus lovers, this is the restaurant for you. From the wall paper to the music, this place is screaming resort. Food was really good. All the breads and pastas are made fresh at the restaurant and you can taste the quality. The grilled octopus was a little overdone but still delicious. The service was top tier. They are a new restaurant and still figuring a few things out, but you can tell the staff is experienced and deliver high quality service. Parking is difficult, I would suggest ride sharing unless you don't mind a walk. read more

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