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    Chef Paolino Cafe

    3.2 (23 reviews)
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    Closed 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Yummy!
    Mac C.

    Slice and soda for under $5. Not cardboard either. I give their pizza a resounding thumbs up...but not two. I give their chicken parm that I had a few weeks ago a solid "I've had much better." The prices aren't bad by any stretch but the Pat and Gino's style ordering tends to counteract that positive. If you want to bark back and forth your transaction, the food better be phenomenal. The lines at 12p are significant which proves its a tested favorite but its not like there are any other places to get Italian within a couple of blocks either. They have a partitioned off bar which I'm sure I'll visit eventually, but in the meantime... Just meh.

    Mold on grape

    Purchased a fruit salad from this place thIs morning and the grape was moldy. Most of the other grapes had the ends cut off I'm guessing to hide the molding but they missed this one grape which luckily for me was the first piece of fruit I picked up to eat. Makes me wonder about the rest of the food and i usually get a slice of pizza when I don't have lunch and want something cheap. Funny thing is, I had a feeling something would be wrong. I was looking at the bowl and thinking to myself why is there no markings on it like sell by date or best by date or prepared on date. And wondering how do I know how fresh it is only to grab the first grape and finding my answer. There the entire bowl away and wasted my money. Won't be returning

    a hot dog and french fries
    Quin A.

    This place is huge and has an extensive menu. I was in the area for official business and was looking for a place to eat lunch. I tried their sub, fries and I think it came with a drink. Food was tasty and service was nice. Just make sure you are at the right counter when ordering. Everyone got in line at the register but was asked to move to another counter. The line order went out of whack and people in the front of the line ended up in the back of the line. Not a big deal but perhaps clear signage could help. Good, spacious and clean place for a quick lunch though.

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    Very rude staff .....and i think i got food poisoning after eating the chicken cheese steak sandwich.

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    Had a great omelet. Not fancy but friendly service and excellent food at a fair price.

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    La Scala - Penne Alla Vodka

    La Scala

    4.2(753 reviews)
    0.8 miLittle Italy
    $$$

    This place was such a delight. We came here with our kids and they just loved this experience…read more The restaurant has a gigantic bocce ball court that takes up much of the first level. We were seated at a table that overlooked the court and a digital screen that flashed beautiful photos of Italy's top tourist spots. My kids were thrilled when they saw Venice, since they just learned about it in school. After ordering food, I took the kids to the bocce court while my partner could enjoy the wine and watch us from above. I know he appreciated having the break and a good glass of wine to go with it. Service was friendly and the food was fantastic. We ordered several dishes including several types of pasta, meatballs, cheesy bread and a caesar salad. The restaurant has a cozy atmosphere and a great vibe overall. I already have a reservation when we pass through Baltimore again in a few weeks.

    I realize this might be controversial, but La Scala just doesn't blow me away like it does for some…read morepeople. I came here for a birthday dinner for my friend. There was about 8 of us and we were seated downstairs in the bar area at a high top. Despite there being a reservation, it felt like our party was a last minute thought. The table was cramped and the ambiance of the downstairs bar area was dingy and dimly-lit. Our server, who was also the only bartender, did his best to multi task all night, although his demeanor was not very warm or friendly. I ordered the gluten free version of the Samantha fettuccine. Despite this being the only noodle they don't make in house, I had to pay extra for it. Annoying, but not totally unexpected. What was disappointing was the total price for the dish. It came out to be almost $50.... I believe the pasta is marked as market price due to the inclusion of crab meat but when it arrived, there was barely any in the dish. The flavor of the sauce was good but definitely not worth the price tag. I won't be returning anytime soon.

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    Tagliata - Polepette ~ Meatballs

    Tagliata

    4.1(838 reviews)
    0.9 miInner Harbor
    $$$

    A wonderful date night! There was a lovely entertainer on the piano who played light tunes…read more We dined on a Monday night at 8:30p on the first floor. The bread and parmesan are complimentary and GOOD. The freshness and lightness of both are fantastic. I ordered the Lobster Ravoli and the cream sauce was the STAR of the dish! It was so flavorful. My boyfriend got the Lobster Diavolo which he enjoyed but it was just okay to me. We shared a medium rare Cowboy Ribeye steak--YUMM. It was full of favor. We enjoyed a bottle of wine at the table as well. No dessert. Service was good and attentive.

    Alexa play Open, by Joy Rhodes…read more You all know I have to get the mood right to write my reviews. This review is special, all summer long it was "hot girl" summer. I was dating them all. I get why my therapist (aka bestie) said to do that. Even though I've been on so many dates this one was special. I knew he was the one just by being at Tagliata. He asked what my favorite cuisine was and then sent me the open table resy text. Cool points off that alone. It wasn't about him, it was all about me. Like it should, spoil me please. Upon arrival, he has a gift! I'm now seeing, he's different! I like him! And just like that, just in time for cuffing season, I choose Dr. Bae because an intelligent man is sexy as hell! And especially one that has intention. I told him, just treat me good, I'll treat you better and you'll have ANYTHING your heart desires! Not only is Dr. Bae Sexy so is the ambiance at Tagliata. Definitely date night worthy! Now let's get into it! Complimentary Bread - YUMMY! App: Meatball - Even though it was cold, it was good. Chicken Parmigiana - I loved it! Bolognese- He ordered this and I wish I would have! A man who orders dessert is a keeper! Bombloni - Delicious - Both of us didn't finish our food but we ate all of the dessert, it was the best part besides him of course. #grateful #GodknowsBetter #hubbymaterial

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    La Tavola - Gnocchi and pomodoro sauce.

    La Tavola

    4.1(787 reviews)
    0.7 miLittle Italy
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    It's been a while since I've been to La Tavola, so I stopped in for brunch by myself. Service was…read morequick because it was just me in there at first and my server was very nice. I opted for the brunch option vs from the regular menu because I wasn't super hungry. So, I got a salad and a main with a cocktail. The caesar salad is dressed well and I liked how shredded the lettuce was. The flavor was just what I wanted from this salad. My lemoncello spritz was very tasty and refreshing. I also opted for the fried eggplant stuffed with spinach and I'm so glad I did. The zucchini paired with it was delicious and I would mix a piece with the fried eggplant roll-up. The sauce they use is very good. My food came out hot and prepared just how I wanted. My server checked on me regularly. I was able to listen to my audiobook with one earbud in without issue and just enjoy myself because it was a slow time.

    La Tavola was cute. Nestled in the heart of little Italy, the location is great. Parking is your…read moretypical downtown expect to walk a little situation. Our server was amazing. He took great care of us and for him alone, I would go back. Food wise, the lasagna is delicious. When I go back, I'll order that for sure. The meatballs were very tasty. My pasta however was just ok. I got the anchovy fish one, not sure what it's called but I could have used a little more seasoning. My wife felt the same about her fish. Overall, not bad. Service alone would be a 5 but the food needing a little more seasoning brought it down a bit.

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    La Tavola - The chefs smile as they prepare your food. That's important to me. You can taste the love and smiles in your meals.

    The chefs smile as they prepare your food. That's important to me. You can taste the love and smiles in your meals.

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    Sotto Sopra - Skip the tres leches

    Sotto Sopra

    4.2(587 reviews)
    0.5 miDowntown
    $$$

    Back again for restaurant week 2026!…read more Had to start with drinks at the bar bc the place was packed for the 30 year anniversary and our reservation wasn't available. Drinks were tasty and well made, food and service was fresh (especially the mussels) and I appreciate them accommodating my coconut allergy and offering a white wine garlic sauce instead, they were so tasty! The ambiance was warm and bustling and as usual I will be sure to return again!

    AMAZING, FANTASTIC & EXQUISITE!!…read more From the outside, I love the big planters (foliage) outside the restaurant, it catches your eye and it's aesthetically pleasing. Upon entering the restaurant, the decor (art) on walls is gorgeous! I love the red velvet like material that is the backing of the seating along the entire wall. I especially loved the dimness of the restaurant and that "real" candies are lit, it gives it a very close-knit intimate type of vibe. I ordered the branzino, it was a nice size, and it was paired with mash potatoes and asparagus of which the fish was placed over top of the mash potatoes and asparagus. The branzino was fresh and the taste was scrumptious. The mussels were in a tomato like wine sauce and it was so flavorful and delectable! My husband ordered the beef ravioli and the ravioli was so fresh and really good. The drinks were really tasty. To finish the night, we shared a cheesecake it was divine. Service was great, the food came out quick and was well-plated, and there is VIP complimentary valet. I loved everything about this restaurant and the experience that we had & we'll definitely be back.

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    Sotto Sopra - 11.8.24

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    Sotto Sopra - Focaccia Bread

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    Tre Fratelli Italian Ristorante - Shrimp Scampi

    Tre Fratelli Italian Ristorante

    4.7(79 reviews)
    0.7 miFederal Hill

    7/4/26 Tre Fratelli - Wayne & Becky…read more Tre Fratelli offers their customers Summer Specials on Tuesdays (Chicken Night $23), Wednesdays (Seafood Selection $25) and Thursdays (Italian Classics $23) in the summer for dine-in customers. We were thrilled with the offerings on the Tuesday Specials, which was Chicken night. The Specials include a Side Salad (either a House or Caesar), an entrée, and a dessert of Oreo Cake, Coconut Cake, or a Mini Cannoli. You do not want to miss this great summer special. Remember, you can always BYOB. We were thrilled with their offerings. We all started off with Caesar Salads, which were very fresh and crisp with just the right amount of dressing. My husband and I had the Chicken Francese over penne pasta. Our friends had the Chicken Parmesan and the Chicken Marsala also over penne pasta. The portions were very generous. All of our meals were freshly prepared and beyond delicious. Christian, our server, took excellent care of us. We were very satisfied, so we took our desserts home to enjoy later. We all had a delightful evening at Tre Fratelli.

    Difficult delivery aside (not the restaurant's fault), I was happy to try this spot! Ordered…read morechicken francese with linguine and added mushrooms and cheese ravioli. Also ordered a Caesar salad which unfortunately did not come (again, the delivery had other issues so I don't think it was the fault of the restaurant). My bf loved the cheese ravioli. He thought the filling was tasty and enjoyed the sauce. Their red sauce is a more chunky sauce with onions which I did not taste because I'm not a fan, but he would get it again. I'm still looking for a smooth sauce for some chicken parm, but no worries since the menu here has plenty of different sauce options! I enjoyed the chicken francese. The chicken was very tender and it was a generous portion. I felt it could have used a bit more flavor, but the sauce was a nice consistency and the linguine was cooked perfectly. We also enjoyed the complimentary rolls that came with the meal. Overall, I enjoyed this spot and will try more items in the future!

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    Tre Fratelli Italian Ristorante - Pedro, our server

    Pedro, our server

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    Tre Fratelli Italian Ristorante - Seafood Frutti di Mare with capellini pasta instead of linguini

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    Dalesio's Of Little Italy - Scampi & Crab Alla Sardegna

    Dalesio's Of Little Italy

    4.4(415 reviews)
    0.8 miInner Harbor
    $$

    I'm in Baltimore for a few days and my mind starts planning to visit the usual rotating restaurant…read morespots. I did a search on Yelp and found I never been to Dalesios of Little Italy? Dalesios of Little Italy has been open since 1984 and has been serving great Italian dishes in the heart of Baltimore's Little Italy. Walking inside, the restaurant is tastefully decorated. It screams old world, European charm with it's unique art adorning the walls. I'm seated in the first dining room, closest to the front door. There's a bar inside this room which adds to the Italian decor. First time here, I don't know the restaurants portion sizes. Is it family style where one plate can feed a small army? The portion size was perfect. I ordered a nice glass of Italian wine and the Scampi & Crab Alla Sardegna. The pasta dish was amazing. The pasta was cooked perfect al dente and the Scampi & Crab sauce was something unique to Baltimore. It's Crab & Shrimp simmered in a cognac, garlic & tomato cream sauce. All of this goodness is served over linguine. I love Maryland Crabs and to have them topped in a pasta dish makes my heart sing. I highly recommend this dish. My waiter was very informative, he made some great dinner suggestions but I first had to try the Scampi & Crab Alla Sardegna. The next time I come I'm going to order the Lasagna!

    I was in town for my birthday weekend and we stopped in to Dalesio's for dinner. The restaurant was…read morefairly empty on a Friday night but we stayed because of the reviews. I can start with the service. We were quickly seated, the sever didn't introduce himself and we asked for straws for our drinks no less than three times before we were finally given straws. We also asked our server if they did anything special for birthdays, as I was in town for my birthday weekend and he blew us off rather quickly instead of engaging. For food we started with an order of garlic bread and we were quickly underwhelmed, it reminded us of Texas toast out of the freezer section and we didn't finish it. I ordered the chicken parmesan that came with broccoli, I'll start by saying the broccoli was the best thing on the plate. The food was rather bland and I felt like I could have made the same meal by grabbing a jar of marinara in the grocery store aisle. I wish I had a better review, I wanted to love this place but in between the food and service I was underwhelmed.

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    Dalesio's Of Little Italy - Stop in and enjoy! You won't regret it! So yummy!!!

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    Stop in and enjoy! You won't regret it! So yummy!!!

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