So me and my husband for the last 15 years, having coming to visit my in-laws and his family in…read moreWellston, Ohio and we were always come around Christmas and we never went back home to San Diego,California without going to Chillicothe. We would always go to Ivy's and pick out our Christmas ornaments to take back with us. Well, 2024. We were your visiting to see the lighting of the Christmas tree and it was so magical it was snowing carolers singing, and we were hungry, and this girl loves her pasta, so my mother-in-law said there's a really adorable Italian restaurant. Let's go see if we can get a table, so we walked from Ivy's down to this adorable Italian Restaurant and before I even walked in, I knew I wanted to eat there. My husband opened the door and we were greeted with such a smile and hospitality. The seating area was packed. Little kids were playing. The joy of Christmas was in the air and we love Christmas That's why we would always come to Ohio around Christmas time. We have never experienced Christmas like we do in Ohio. We are a family that goes above and beyond during Christmas we even do Christmas in July lol, it's like being in a Christmas hallmark movie when we're here in Ohio we never have experienced living in 4 seasons. We have always grew up with sunshine and flip-flops lol, wearing rain-boots and scarfs and beanies were more of a fashion statement lol. My husband and myself always said once our four kiddos were grown and married and out of the house we would move to Wellston, Ohio, So that we did, September 2026, and that year was the heaviest snow Wellston has seen in years. My husband took me on a date ‍‍and of course we had lunch at your adorable restaurant. You guys had just opened for lunch and we walked in and got seated. There was only 1 other couple in the restaurant and this sweet young girl and the cook welcomed us as if we ‍‍were regulars lol we had the most wonderful ambience and company. We sat at the booth next to the bar and had the most wonderful lunch date‍‍ We shared with them how we had just moved her from California and we were so excited to hear all about Ohio. Not one time while we were there did anyone else come in to eat, It was like it was created for just us to be there as if my husband reserved the whole restaurant just for me lol we believe God has his perfect timing, and right when we were getting ready to leave is when people started coming in to eat lunch, that young girl and guy working there made us feel like home So, that adorable restaurant will always hold a special place in our hearts We will always have dinner as long as we can get a table the evening of the lighting of the Christmas tree, we can't wait to bring our kids and grandchildren and our families and friends. It will be our signature place. So fast forward, my aunt is doing a women's conference in Chillicothe this evening 6/5/26 and it's rare when we can get a group of us ladies together and fellowship and have dinner, so I made reservations for 11 of some very special ladies, that God has brought into my life since I've been living here, and all of these ladies besides me and my mother-in-law have never been to your restaurant. So I am so excited to bring them to our signature spot. With that being said, I will always have a vision and hear those cute little kids playing in the seating area the 1st night we walked in to eat there. It's the little things that matter that make it so very special and the little kiddos definitely make the ambience of Christmas when we were waiting to be seated that night and the little kiddo's were so excited to see Santa and we're singing Christmas carols as we were all waiting to get seated, I never have cared how long I would wait for a table because the ambience was so amazing as busy and packed as the restaurant was, our waitress made us feel as if we were the only ones in the restaurant, My husband and myself ‍‍ are so excited to continue to make memories there and to top it off. The food is absolutely amazing and my husband is a pizza critic, and this girl knows her Italian food So with all that being said, I want to say thank you for the joy that we get walking in your door I am so excited to get ready for my girls night and eat dinner at our favorite restaurant. Love and Blessings, Jeremy and Julie Rider

Recently saw on social media that Lievita in Chillicothe, OH was ranked 25th in the WORLD for their…read morepizza. So the next time we were up there we decided to stop in and give it a try. Despite living 30 minutes away we had yet to give this place a try. Located on Paint Street near Yoktangee Park, parking can be an issue. During the day it's metered - after 5 no charge but still rather limited spots for the number of stores in the area. We found one across the street. We got there about 30 minutes before closing but service was courteous and we were seated and had our food within 20 minutes. We weren't the only late arrivals. Another couple came in behind us. We felt bad about being there after closing but many tables still had people eating when we left. We asked for the pizza they are known for and got a 16" NY style cheese pizza brought to us in minutes. Super hot! Overall, we were underwhelmed with the pizza. Sauce was good and not acidic. Pizza could have used more cheese. It seemed like the sauce to cheese ratio favored sauce. The star was the crust. Nice and crunchy. Edge was cooked nicely but I would have liked it to have give a little longer so the middle had more structure. Next time we'd definitely order it topped. They use cupped pepperoni so my husband was happy. I generally eat cheese pizza but even I said it could benefit from a topping or at least more cheese. I'd give the place 7/10 but we're willing to try other things on the menu to see if the cheese pizza just wasn't for us.

Ordered the mushroom ravioli for carry out. The flavors are soooo good! Earthy mushrooms and bright…read moresun-dried tomatoes with high-quality cheese and house made sauce. Salad is crisp and very obviously fresh. I was greeted when I stepped in and the hostess had my order ready immediately. Will definitely return - their outdoor seating looked really nice even in the rain today.

The minute you enter, the Italian aromas are just a preview of the delicious food they serve. Our…read moreparty of five was celebrating a Valentine's birthday. We ordered a variety of pasta and pizza. Most entrees come with salad & garlic knots. The knots were drizzled in garlic batter and delicious. The minestrone had a nice balance of fresh vegetables, beans, and pasta bathed in tomato soup. The pasta trios were very generously portioned and the flavor was outstanding. The pizza had a nice crust with fresh toppings. We left with individual pieces of cheese cake, tiramisu, and limoncello for dessert later. Our server was knowledgeable and helpful during our meal. We enjoyed the decor and had a great overall experience.

Hubby & I went for lunch to celebrate our anniversary. The restaurant interior reminded me of…read moreCheesecake Factory. We were seated immediately & our drink order was taken. Freshly baked bread & a plate of roasted garlic olive oil was placed on our table. It was heavenly & we had to remind ourselves not to eat too much or there would be no room for our entrees. Hubby ordered the mixed grill while I got Chicken Parmesan & a chopped salad. The salad was a typical Greek salad & was good. The Chicken Parmesan was huge & took up almost the entire plate. There was a side of spaghetti nestled next to the chicken & it complimented the dish nicely. The server brought a plate of freshly grated cheese & put most of it on my entree. Yum! Hubby really liked the skewer of steak, chicken & shrimp along with the typical veggies of bell peppers, mushrooms & onions. At the end of our meal, the server brought us a lovely chocolate dessert with a strawberry on top for our anniversary. We will definitely be regulars at this restaurant from here on out!

My favorite place to eat. We have never had anything there that was not delicious! They offer…read moremultiple vegetable choices which is unusual and they are all cooked perfectly. Daily specials like rib eye steak or prime rib are perfect. And then there is the bread and dipping oil that is very unique and amazing with the warm fresh bread. Yum!!

Great service , great food! We were with friends that we had not seen in years. We got carried…read moreaway chatting and the server gave a time to chat and did not make us feel rushed Good food, good friends , good service! A good time by all

Absolutely wonderful waitress, Calista! She explained the…read moremenu and the restaurant, can tell she takes pride. Food was wonderful. We ordered two bottles of wine and three dinners plus a pizza as appetizers. Pizza was perfect.

Stopped here for a quick bite while staying in town to camp for the weekend…read more Immediately I was intrigued by the diversity of the menu; they had a wide range of Mediterranean cuisines and all looked delicious. The interior was quant and personal, with the walls covered with old celebrities, European landmarks, and historical events that give it a storied feel. The service was very inviting; we got there 40 min before close (I know I'd hate me too) and they were just as kind as could be. I ended up trying the chicken soup of the day and their crab stuffed cannelloni, which were both pretty good. My only note for not giving 5/5 was I didn't taste any crab in the dish I got, just lots of cheesy goodness (which was still delicious). Definitely a hidden gem that is worth the stop!

It's Worthy! We stopped for lunch driving through town. I'm…read moreglad we did. We had the Bruschetta: diced tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, a nice balsamic glaze on garlic toast. Yum! I had the Mediterranean salad with chicken. Juicy delicious chicken with fresh romaine, tomatoes, cherry peppers, red cabbage, Kalamata olives and a great dressing. Yum again! My son had the Mediterranean gyro. Lamb & beef piled high on a pita with tzatziki, hummus, red onion, lettuce, jalapeño and feta. He said is was one of the best gyros he's ever had. Service was fast and friendly, a nice guy. As Arnold said, 'I'll be back!'

Everything from food to service was top notch. Highly recommended…read more Love the lobster ravioli

We've gone here in the past when we were in the area and always were pleased with the food, the…read moreservice and the prices. This visit I was disappointed because I ordered something just to try it out. It was the Sally pizza with cheese, spinach and anchovies. It turned out to be too salty for my tastes. I am trying to cut down on salt so when I cook I don't use any salt. And if I cook with anchovies, I always rinse them well to remove most of the salt. So I hate to say it but the pizza was edible but disappointing because it was too salty IMO. Otherwise the visit was quite nice as usual (4 stars) and we will be back.

I went here again recently and the experience was equally great. I ordered a large pizza with…read morepepperoni, sausage, and black olives! The pizza is big and the slices are awesome. The pizza is not greasy and the cheese to sauce ratio is very good! It's a great value compared to the competition and a true large pizza! Still highly recommend a year later!

My wife and I visited Venecia Italian Restaurant for the first time and were so impressed that we…read moreinvited friends back to celebrate my retirement! On our first visit, we tried the pizza, calamari, and mozzarella sticks, and everything was fresh, delicious, and perfectly prepared. When we returned with friends, I had the meat lasagna, a salad with Italian dressing, and the calamari again. The lasagna was outstanding--rich, flavorful, and clearly made with care. The menu is extensive, with plenty of choices for everyone, and the quality of the food truly stands out. Venecia made my retirement celebration even more special with amazing food and a wonderful dining experience. We will definitely be back and highly recommend Venecia Italian Restaurant!

I would like to start this one off with the service was amazing. Everyone was smiling and happy to…read morebe working here. Great vibe from all of the employees. The back patio was a great spot to relax and enjoy a nice Italian meal. The food was amazing. I unfortunately was unable to get a picture of my house salad with homemade Italian sauce. It lasted maybe 30 seconds on my plate. The bruschetta was to die for. The bread perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside and it was seasoned perfectly. I love a good Marsala with anything. I decided to go with the veal today because the table next to me was hyping the food up. I made the right choice! Very good pasta made fresh. All in all I would recommend this place to anyone!

Great food try it!! The pizza was amazing! The owner cares alot about her food and it's…read moreauthenticity.

The local interwebs suggested that this place might be worth the trip…read more The local interwebs were surprisingly accurate and if anything, understated. We arrived at 4:55 PM recognizing that we didn't have a reservation... I mean, what restaurant is packed right away when it opens? As it turns out this place is packed as soon as the doors open. They seat 40 on the high end according to the owner. We know this because he stopped to check on our experience, TWICE, while managing a full house. The food was superb. The price was fair, and given the quality, maybe even (dare I say?) a great value overall. For a red and white checkered tablecloth Italian dining experience, these guys are RIGHT on the money, RIGHT on the service, RIGHT on the quality. You can spend more but you won't get more. This place is worth every bit of five stars.

Pros: Worth the wait! The food is incredible…read more The specials are creative and delicious The Lemoncello is a must try! Cons: We booked our reservation 2 months in advance Limited seating Pro tip: The patio opens at 5pm and is first come, first served.

Rachel was our Server and she was helpful and great at her job! She provided suggestions that were…read moreon point and was overall just AWESOME! Food good - like others stated and also agreed w/others re atmosphere. Cocktails, apps and cheesecake were really good!

For a late night meal I think it was pretty good. Me and my boyfriend were wanting a late night…read moresnack Luckily they were still open even for a Sunday after a concert we went to in Lawrenceburg. It's an Italian based restaurant. We had the calamari which they changed since the last time we've been there but it was still really good and I'm not a a person that really eats much out of the sea so that should tell you something. I also got the chicken parmesan sandwich. It was very filling. I barely ate half of it. My boyfriend got a really popular sandwich but I can't remember the name of it overall because it was so late there wasn't a wait at all. our waiter was really sweet. Checked in on us. Plenty of times. Overall definitely would like to go back maybe during the day and set outside. It's pretty near the water.