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    Candelari's Italiano

    3.5 (402 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Happy hour specials
    Outdoor seating

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    Beverly B.

    What should have been a great night quickly turned into a multiple day nightmare. I recently moved from Houston and came back for a women's conference with my church. I was really looking forward to sitting down for a nice dinner with two of my girlfriends, so I intentionally chose this restaurant after seeing great reviews on Find Me Gluten Free. I reviewed the menu ahead of time and clearly communicated my gluten allergy with our server before ordering. After getting my drink and right before my meal came out, I was brought bread that I was told was gluten free. Later, another staff member came out and again mentioned gluten free bread, which immediately made me question what I had already eaten. When I asked for clarification, it turned out I had been given the wrong bread. (Took almost ten minutes for an answer, I knew something was wrong as I already started to bloat. Thankfully I had shared and only had eaten one slice.) I got sick. I tried to eat my meal the next day since I had it boxed up, but it was extremely bland and I couldn't even finish it. I do want to acknowledge that Adrian, our server, was great and very attentive. Andrea, one of the managers, was also kind in her approach. Bo was okay. But the way this situation was handled is where everything went downhill. When my friend initially spoke with management as I was in the bathroom she was told they are "not in the business of compensating meals." I ended up calling Naveen from "corporate", who said I would ultimately receive a refund and to text him the last 4 of my card number. During that same call, I was also told that people with gluten issues are usually more careful, which was frustrating to hear considering I had already taken multiple precautions. It has now been several days and I still have not received the refund. They did bring out a dessert I didn't ask for and a shot of tequila to help my stomach, but that does not fix being given the wrong food when you have a dietary restriction. At this point, it is not even about the $40. It is about accountability. If you are going to label your restaurant as gluten friendly, you need to take that seriously, because for some of us, it directly impacts our health. If issues happen it should be on the restaurant to remedy not for the guest to feel they did something wrong especially when I was more than understanding. I even asked to speak to Bo outside privately as I had previously not been there to the conversation.

    Fantastic Lasagna !!!
    Michael C.

    My last couple visits were great. The Lasagna, Bolognese Pasta and Thin Crust Mushroom n Sausage Pizza were all very delicious, well-seasoned, juicy and fresh. The lasagna and bolognese were doughy and nicely savory with great tomato sauces, cheeses and ground meat. I requested the lasagna to be given in either a bowl or dish, bc I don't like the skillets where they can come out too hot n too runny. The pizza was crispy with a great, coal-fired crust, just enough cheese, great sauce and great, tasty toppings. I don't usually get pork on pizza, but this was for sharing later. Great mushrooms and the ground sausage was very good with a spicy aroma to it, not just full of too much fennel like some Italian places. Great, welcoming, efficient service.

    We went to dinner here after a work event just to get a few apps to fill us up, we ordered calamari and shrimp and literally got 2 average, at best, sized fried shrimp, a few tiny calamari, and the rest basically crumbs. Nothing fancy at all, your average fried shrimp, and it was 18 dollars!!!!! Keep in mind you can get a full pasta dish/meal for 20-25 dollars. I asked the waiter if this was the normal amount and we were told yeah it's basically just two fried shrimp. At the end of the day it's not the end of the world, but felt like a literal scam. Our waiter was sweet and after the meal did offer to cover it but since we ate the 2 shrimp, we paid for it. I never leave negative reviews or say things at restaurants to complain, but we basically just ended up eating our other apps and then leaving because we were so annoyed.

    Pre valentine dinner

    10 out of 10. Pizza was so good and fresh. Our waitress Julia was really sweet and even though there was a little hiccup with out pizza, the manager Bo was so gracious and corrected it immediately. Loved and will return.

    Shveta A.

    When I'm craving Italian food, Candelari's is my go-to place. I appreciate the courteous and friendly service and timeliness as well. The interior has a warmth that is really inviting. The food is always tasty, such as the pizzas, meatballs and short rib ravioli. Though my favorite dish is the shrimp fettuccine alfredo! The sauce is perfect and smooth, while the pasta is soft and delicate. Prefect comfort food!

    Shrimp Bianca Cappellini
    Mimi T.

    We came here as a family of four on a Saturday evening around 6 pm. It looked like an almost full house but we were able to be seated quickly. The staff was very friendly and we were greeted several times. Our server was patient with us with ordering and keeping us updated on the progress of our entrees. We got the Salmone, Shrimp Bianca Cappellini and Alfredo Fettuccine with chicken for the kids to share with a side of seasonal grilled vegetables. Everything was so delicious! The salmon was cooked perfectly and was tender. The cappellini is a hearty dish with a lot of sauce so a bread/breadstick would have been nice to dip in but the grilled vegetables were a good addition to balance the meal. The kids also enjoyed their fettuccine & the chicken was cooked well. The dining area was spacious and we didn't feel too close to any other tables. We sat close to the restroom and bar which was fine. The women's restroom was clean. Overall, the food was delicious, service was great and it felt family friendly!

    Thomas S.

    Our party of 3 dropped in for dinner. We stated with calamari and shrimp fritta, bruschetta, and arancini. The three appetizers tasted fine, but we had better bruschetta. For our main course, we had Pasta Primavera and a 12 inch wood fired pizza with Italian sausage, basil, and mozzarella. Pasta Primavera tasted great, but it could used more sauce. The pizza was disappointing. We didn't get that wood fired crust taste and the toppings were lacking. The lemoncillo cheesecake was good. Table service was excellent. Manager dropped by to check on us. Overall, our meal was ok.

    This is the Tre Cavali Salad, delicious! I love this salad and so much more! Staff, service and atmosphere is awesome for a tasteful bite!

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    Christian G was awesome! The atmosphere was nice and the Trex pizza was so yummy! He was super attentive and funny

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    Adrian was amazing !! Excellent service and very friendly (: We really enjoyed the setting and the food was great!

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    Candlearis was so good. Christian was outstanding. Great Service and incredible food!!

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    Cozy atmosphere and consistently delicious food! Love the King's sausage and the mozzarella sticks! Good service.

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    Overall great service by Cristian, food was great and drinks were excellent, and the ambiance was incredible.

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    Love the diavolo pizza! Cristian was an amazing server! I always come back for the atmosphere and good food

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    Amazing food! Christian was a great server, couldn't ask for a better guy. Great all around experience!

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    The food is excellent, service is excellent. I had the shrimp and lump crabmeat on pasta. So good.

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    The service was great and Dahlia was an exceptional hostess. The food was exceptional and the ambiance was great.

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    Updated review- Skelton is gone. Place is fantastic and food is delicious. I recommend it!

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    Mimo

    Mimo

    4.5
    (110 reviews)
    5.7 mi

    Went here for a late dinner date and I cannot recommend it enough! The service was quick and easy…read more Our waiter was so helpful in going over the menu for us. We ordered two different pastas to try and fritters to start. The vibes were IT for both a date night or to have a chill night with a big group. I think the menu had a good variety in each course without it being overwhelming, I will be going back to try their large selection of wine and more of their dishes!

    The restaurant has old school New Jersey Italian vibes - low ceiling, a little moody ambiance - but…read morenone of the attitude. The staff is super friendly, and we were welcomed as we were (we had hoped to eat at a sister establishment but they sold out of what we wanted). Mimo's offers a great selection of Italian inspired apps, three well appointed pizzas, a few varied and surprising options for pasta dishes, and some mains. Items we tried: Pane - delicious Roasted Carrot Pizza - AMAZING, A little spicy, but definitely something we would order again. Pastas we ordered initially came out cold - our incredible waiter immediately corrected the issue. But from a flavor profile - Pansotti - sooooo delicious. You'd never guess that it was a vegetarian option - the mushrooms were so meaty. The delicate pouches with the spinach and ricotta were heavenly. Pappardelle - The lamb braised sauce had a depth of flavor that could rival any restaurant in Italy. My only tiny hope was that the pasta would have been served aldente, it was a little overcooked. But to each his own. Overall - really great. Would recommend. This would be great for a weeknight dinner or an off the beaten path date night.

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    Mia Bella Trattoria

    Mia Bella Trattoria

    4.5
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    2.2 mi
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    Went for my aunts 70th birthday the good was really good and our waitress Kara was great!!…read moreDefinitely enjoyed it and the restaurant was super cute!

    Mia Bella's was an amazing experience from start to finish. It easily had some of the best service…read moreI've ever received. Emilio was incredible--very attentive to our needs and made sure we were 100% satisfied with everything throughout our meal. I've never experienced service quite like this before. Even as we were leaving, the staff opened the door for us and sent us off with a warm handshake, which was such a thoughtful touch. The food was also a 10/10. The build-your-own pasta menu was fantastic and offered so many different options. The weekday happy hour until 6:30 p.m. is hard to beat, especially with $6 Aperol Spritzes and margaritas. The complimentary focaccia bread was delicious, and the olive oil, balsamic, and garlic dipping sauce was the perfect touch. We also ordered the fried calamari, and the sauce it came with was unlike any marinara I've ever had--in the best way possible. Everyone there was incredibly friendly, and the atmosphere made me feel like I was transported somewhere else entirely. It's also very family-friendly, making it a great spot for any occasion. Definitely my new date night spot, and I can't wait to come back. I highly recommend Mia Bella's to anyone looking for amazing food, outstanding service, and a welcoming atmosphere.

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    North Italia

    North Italia

    4.2
    (2.6k reviews)
    3.9 mi
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    I'm not often wowed by Italian food in restaurants but North Italia is amazing! I find that a lot…read moreof restaurants don't put enough seasoning. Here everything was hot and fresh and flavorful. First off, get the Zucca chips. I could literally eat a whole basketful. I need to figure out what slicer and oil they use because I can never get mine this thin and crispy. We then Arugula and Avocado salad, which was light and refreshing. Then onto the Cacio e Pepe Arancini. Cacio e Pepe is my favorite pasta, so I was a little disappointed they don't have it on the menu as a dish itself, but the arancini was delicious! For mains, my husband had the salmon. We ordered it medium and it came more well done, however, it was perfectly crispy on the outside and still moist in the center. Very tasty. I had the ricotta cavatelli, which might be the best pasta I've ever had. The shrimp were so plump and fresh. There was plenty of crab throughout. And the flavor had the perfect amount of salt and spice. My husband, who isn't a pasta person loved it too. It's a nice open space and service was friendly. We will definitely return to try more things.

    Stopped by for the first time and I thought it was okay. With the open concept, it's pretty loud…read more Parking on the weekday wasn't horrible but I could see it being difficult during busier times. As for what I had: Zucca chips: 3/5 what I received was much different from everyone else's pictures. My chips were much smaller and mostly pieces of chips. Maybe I got the bottom of the batch? The flavor was good, but because they were small and folded in on themselves, they held a lot of the oil. The oil did taste fresh though. Eggplant parm (small plate): 3/5 most cheese and very little eggplant. The flavor was good. My waitress told me it came with noodles but then no noodles came out. I know this place is popular and everyone seems to like it. I would try it one more time just to see if maybe I ordered the wrong thing, but overall I didn't think it was worth the money.

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    Tiny Champions

    Tiny Champions

    4.5
    (516 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    Another 10/10 experience at tiny champs!!…read more Service is always excellent. Love the vibe here because it can be a date night or a casual dinner with friends and the food never misses. I don't know what exactly it is about the braised butter beans but I love them so much. The sweet peppers are such a nice surprise with every bite. The oysters are also fantastic, and I don't usually like raw oysters, but the topping makes them addicting. I've never had a bad pasta here. The agnolotti is such a fun filled pasta, the sweet peas were delicious. The bicoli was perfectly al dente and the guanciale bits were so savory. The salami piccante pizza is a classic and the hot honey just sends it over the top. Big fan of all the cocktails too. The desserts are delish- tried the lemon fennel cake and loved the texture from the sugary crust. The whip was also excellent!

    The best dining experience of my trip to Houston!…read more We visited on a Wednesday during happy hour and had an incredible meal from start to finish. The restaurant itself is absolutely charming, with a warm, stylish atmosphere and adorable decor that made the space feel both inviting and memorable. We ordered the carrot hummus, pepperoni pizza, bigoli with crispy guanciale, tomato, and pecorino, and finished with the vanilla ice cream sundae. Every dish was outstanding, and I would gladly recommend any of them. A special shoutout to Fran, our server, who was phenomenal. They guided us through the menu, provided excellent recommendations, and made sure our water glasses were never empty. Their attentive and friendly service elevated an already fantastic experience. Everything we ate was absolutely delicious, the ambiance was wonderful, and the service was just as impressive. If you're visiting Houston, this restaurant is a must-try. It was easily my favorite meal of the entire trip, and I can't wait to come back.

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    Aperitivo

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    3.8
    (68 reviews)
    6.2 mi
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    It was my first time at Aperitivo and I must say I'm still impressed. I've had some time to sit…read morewith my thoughts/experience so here's the review you've all been waiting for. We arrived on a Friday evening during Happy Hour (HH) around 5:30pm. Maurizio stopped by to introduce himself and let us know that he would ensure we were taken care of. As stated above, it was happy hour during our time there but we ordered from allllll the menus haha! Check out the eats below: -Fried Shrimp -Chicken Parm Sliders -Tuna Tartare -Brussels Sprouts -Aperitivo Sliders -Bottle of Wine + Pizza (x2) ~Pepperoni Pizza ~Chicken Alfredo Pizza Bottles of the Sparkling and Rose - these are the bottles we selected based on their Social Hour menu bottle of wine & pizza deal for 35 dollars! Great deal! The experience was great, there were many waiters and waitresses stopping by the table to check in on us. The food was fresh, flavorful, and piping hot! The views are lovely and the ambiance is a combination of chill, chic, and relaxing. Very vibey and spacious place. The restrooms are really nice as well and they were clean and stocked. Aperitivo is definitely on my list of places to return to, especially for happy hour. It's worth it to check this place out!

    Aperitivo is a rooftop cafe and bar located in East downtown, great vibe and great view. I went…read moreduring the day for lunch but the view at night would be lovely. They do have lunch specials, customer service was great. For food, I ordered the steak charcuterie, medium rare but it came out well done. Since this dish was an up charge, we did let the server know and asked for a different dish. Instead we ordered the Cesar wrap. The server was kind and did refund us on the steak item. What I ordered: Wellington bites (super good) Caesar wrap Burger Aperol spritz

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