Stunning inside, now the ambiance is set to feel like every table has their own "date night" of…read moresorts. Quiet, candlelight dinner is exactly what we wanted for my husband's birthday dinner, and that's exactly what we got! Delicious entrees, the sides and add-ons are worth it!

We chose this restaurant expecting a more upscale dining experience based on the pricing, but…read moreunfortunately it fell short in several areas. I will address the positive things first. We were seated very promptly since we had a reservation. The outside of restaurant is beautiful and has a huge parking lot. The area where we were seated was really nice with windows all along the wall. And our appetizers- the dressed eggs and lobster ravioli were amazing!! One of the biggest issues was the number of gnats flying around our table throughout the meal. We constantly had to swat them away from our wine glasses, which made it difficult to relax and enjoy the evening. I understand the occasional gnat. But this was kind of ridiculous. The service was also disappointing. Our server mentioned that he had worked at the restaurant for quite some time, but he didn't seem very knowledgeable about the menu and wasn't able to answer questions confidently. He was also not very attentive, and we often had to wait longer than expected for check-ins. Our food came out quickly but the wine always took quite a while to come to the table. The food itself was good, but when you're paying fine-dining prices, you expect the entire experience--including the atmosphere and service--to match. I hope the restaurant addresses these issues because it has the potential to provide a much better dining experience. Also, I would skip the sea bass entree. I was not really impressed with it and wished that I had ordered a pasta dish. However the server helped me decide and chose the sea bass. I loved the atmosphere. I loved the decor. I loved the wine and appetizers. But everything else just did not impress me. Not for the amount of money we dropped on this meal. I doubt I will return.

This place is great! We came in 30 months before they closed but we didn't realize until we…read moreordered. We said we would go but the staff insisted we stay. The food was phenomenal. I went a month ago so I forgot what the names of the dishes are... but I got an Alfredo pasta with a slab of salmon. Mannnn it was delicious!! Seating was comfortable and it was a cozy environment.

Yum yum yum! This is a hidden treasure in the NE part of town…read more Everything we ordered was delicious. The calamari was perfectly seasoned and "just right" crispy on the outside but tender inside. I hate it when the calamari is too crunchy that it might break your teeth. The half salads were flavorful. The half size portions were perfect. The rest of the appetizers were good but my favorite was the calamari. Excellent and friendly service awaits you at this restaurant. Mercedes gets a five star. She was our waitress as well as responsible for making our drinks. So just need to be patient. Spacious, clean great and ambiance. Parking garage next door and validated by Palio. Highly recommend this place.

FOOD Honestly so phenomenal. I don't like pesto so I didn't…read moretry that. But it was on the menu but the bolognese was SO GOOD. Catered food can go up in the air so you never know. This was a private event we had with Amway and it was so first class! Bistro Bella Vita-- amazing ! The desserts were SOOOOO good I wanted to eat like 10 carrot cake minis but stopped at two. The PEAR PIZZA was so good. Be adventurous and try!!!! SERVICE They were so kind and quickly got our drinks. They attended us while we pow-wowed. Ambiance Like I mentioned, different likely to what everyone was experiencing out there, but the private room was tucked in the back behind the kitchen, no food smells leaked in which was good to note

Our server was excellent, very attentive…read more Every food item was delicious. Cute outdoor seating space. Would definitely come back if I was in town!

This place is perfect for a quick stop while shopping. We…read morewere pleasantly surprised by the food!! The cheesy bread is sooo good - we couldn't stop eating it. Our waitress was great too. The dining area is spacious, clean and welcoming. 10/10 for a mall eatery.

First time visit and we loved it. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming, and the live music that…read morenight was such a nice touch. We started with sangria and the arancini. The portion was very generous and the sauce was absolutely delicious. For salads, my husband had the Caesar and I had the capri. We ordered half portions and it ended up being the perfect amount. The dressing on the capri was amazing. For dinner we shared the Giovanni deluxe pizza and it did not disappoint. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. We finished with the chocolate cake with raspberry purée and wow. The slice is huge but completely worth it. We will definitely be back.

I love calamari, and I love good halibut even more, so I am familiar with disappointment with…read morerestaurants. However, no disappointment here: this was the best calamari and best halibut I have had in a very long time. We dined outside on a very warm evening, and I wish they had a fan to mitigate the bugs. But the calamari and halibut made up for this mild shortcoming.

The food was delicious and the service was great, I will say the mashed potatoes are bland and I'd…read moredefinitely skip them next time Great date night restaurant but you need a reservation as it gets busy, it did seem more upscale when I booked it but ended up being way more casual when we got there

Came here for my partner's birthday and had a wonderful experience…read more The restaurant has a nice fancy tavern/fine dining ambiance and was kept clean. Our server Mark, was super personable and was a delight to us. The food was extremely flavorful. For my partner's birthday, we also received some chocolate vodka dessert (not pictured) as complimentary.

Honestly, I haven't tasted flavors this Italian since actually being in Rome. Chef Jenna visits the…read moreold country often, and she and her team bring. home. the. goods! You don't even need to get fancy. A bowl of Amore's house made pasta and meat sauce will stretch any mouth into a smile. You won't want to waste a drop of the sauce--tomato flavors bright as ever cozied up with savory bits of sautéed Italian pancetta. Ask your server for a great wine pairing, or order a craft cocktail. And save room for dessert--the tiramisu, cheesecake, and cannoli are all winners. Great for a romantic night out, a big, Italian family dinner, or just to unwind after a long day. Amore means love. And there's never really a bad time for that.

I had noticed Licari's moved into the old Red Hot Inn space but didn't realize their Fuller/Knapp…read morelocated had closed. I'm glad I got to visit the new(er) spot recently! The space is cozy and pretty large, with what looked to be a private area with a birthday party going on towards the back. Our server was really friendly and patient as we explored the menu, which features Sicilian items like pizza, pasta, and several starters. We wanted to try some appetizers so we ordered the cozze di mare (mussels) with white sauce, rotoli (eggplant rolls filled with Prosciutto di Parma, house-made tomato sauce and provolone cheese, baked then topped with basil), and a Caesar salad. The mussels and eggplant dish came out first and were delicious. I personally loved the eggplant rotoli the most - the eggplant was tender, the sauce was savory, and it was stuffed with cheese and prosciutto... yum! I would get this as a meal with a side of garlic bread for dipping. The mussels were nicely cooked and the sauce was subtle. The salad was crisp and fresh and I liked the different toppings (fresh tomatoes and sun dried tomatoes). The Caesar salad only comes in the large size, but it was good to share with the group. For dinner we shared a couple of pizzas - the bocce and a margherita. The freshly grated cheese over top was perfection - don't skip this! I loved all the toppings on the bocce (basically a version of a supreme pizza) but the pepperoni was my favorite with how crispy it got. The crust was missing a bit of flavor for me, but it was cooked well and not soggy. We were too stuffed for dessert but I'd come back for their cannoli or rotating cheesecake flavors! I want to try their pasta next also.

I took my husband to Licari's for a Valentines dinner! What a great choice! We had the house…read moreCabernet and ricotta balls for an appetizer. The wine was delicious very smooth with good body. The ricotta balls in red sauce melt in your mouth! Yum We ordered garlic bread for the main dish and it too was delicious crusty and perfectly cooked. My husband said it needed a little more garlic flavor but I loved it. He had spaghetti and meatballs and said it was the best he hahad in Grand Rapids! He is a tough critic so this is a real compliment. I had the Ricotta Salsicca for the main dish and it was fantastic! Seasoned perfectly. The sauce and cheese were amazing We had the cannoli's for desert! Delicious crispy with yummy filling! April was our waitress and she was on top of everything! She made recommendations and was pleasant and personable. We had been to the other location many times but the new location is gorgeous! Modern and spacious with a great parking lot! We will be back no doubt but thanks for a great Valentine's Day!

My partner, his family, and I came to Fratelli's to celebrate his mom's birthday, and we had a…read moregreat experience. Since it was a Monday evening, it was nice and quiet, and we were able to choose where we wanted to sit. Our server was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. The food was delicious. I ordered the Aglio e Olio pizza with added chicken, and it was excellent. We started with the bread balls, which were a great appetizer. For dessert, the birthday girl got to choose something from the dessert menu and picked the cannolis, which we all shared and enjoyed. I also had the white wine sangria, and it was absolutely delicious. Overall, it was a wonderful dinner with great food, drinks, and service. I will definitely be back!

SUCH A FIND! My husband had been wanting to try this place out for a while after smelling it…read morewalking by and we were so blown away by the pizza! I got a pickle pizza and he got the pesto. Service was great and we loved having the hockey game on while we hung out. Crust is soft but still crusty and the ingredients are super fresh. I love how many options of sauces and toppings there are to customize. The menu all looks great and we absolutely will make this a regular stop for pizza.

Pietro's looks the part, but the kitchen is lost in translation…read more Remember that feeling of ordering a Western dish abroad and getting something that looks right but tastes totally alien? That's Pietro's. Walking in, the aesthetic is spot-on--clean, bright, with a reassuring wine and pasta shop that screams Luca's delicatessen. Once the food hits the table, however, the illusion fades into what feels like cafeteria-level execution. The Coffee: If you're craving a proper Italian brew like Lavazza, skip it. The "Italian blend" here is an undefinable mix from Canada. Crab Stuffed Mushrooms: Promised Hollandaise, but delivered a texture closer to condensed soup, dominated entirely by black pepper. Not much crab or Hollandaise flavor. Chicken Paisano: A muddy flavor profile where only the prosciutto managed to stand out. Again, the sauce felt heavy and processed rather than freshly made. The staff are incredibly pleasant and enthusiastic, but there's a clear disconnect from the food's cultural roots. For a place boasting an old-country immigrant origin story, the current drift is disappointing. Don't get me wrong--I was hungry, and I ate every bite. But not even a toe of mine stepped into Italy that night.

I recently went to Pietro's to celebrate a friend's birthday. My boss and other locals knew all…read moreabout the birthday celebrations which seem to be a big hit! The space is large and easily visible from 28th street. It's a little off the main road so there's ample parking and it feels less hectic. I was greeted and easily helped to my table. The server we had, Colleen, was an absolute pro. She was soooo much fun and did everything to make sure we had a great time. She had such a wonderful energy and really helped to make sure we all had a great time. The food was good, I liked that some of the options were more interesting than the typical local Italian fare but still made sure to include the classics. The menu was on these large ipads which was somewhat offputting to me and we realized later that you could tap on the items to learn more about each dish. I personally prefer physical paper menues but it was definitely a talking point.

1. Wow! 2. So many awesome things in the menu, it is…read moreseriously hard to decide. But I'm not sure you could go wrong with whatever. 3. Th location on the lake was very nice. 4. Logan, our server, was the best. 5. It's absolutely a miss if you don't try them out.

Cool view, good drinks and solid food!! Fairly busy on a Thursday night but we got our tables in…read moreonly about 20 minutes.. I decided on a pasta dish which was very tasty. Everyone in our group enjoyed the meal and the restaurant.