We had a party of 8, tried to get into another place but they had over an hour wait. Having 3 16…read moreyear old boys that had been on the baseball field all day, waiting was not an option!! Called around and La Vita E' Bella said "no problem, come on". We got there, got seated and ordered our food. The servers were fantastic, and the food was even better. The owner took time to chat with us for a bit, and everything was as good as can be. Everyone raved about their food and how good it was. We will be back in a few weeks for another tournament and we will definitely be back.

The food was delicious! The Sicilian Merlot was delightful, the owner brought it out himself and…read morewas so nice. Our server was a nice high schooler and a great kid who checked on us about the right amount of times. The ambience was nice We went early as it was Valentine's Day and it was a spontaneous decision to go out. So we missed the crowds and it was a nice leisurely dinner! We will return!

We stumbled across Mama Cucina and I'm so glad we decided to stop in. We were seated immediately,…read moreand the service was outstanding from start to finish. Our waitress was attentive, friendly, and even packed our leftovers for us, which was such a nice touch. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and had that cozy neighborhood Italian restaurant feel. We started with the Caprese bread, which was delicious. For our entrées, we had the pesto pasta and the cheese manicotti with half tomato sauce and half walnut cheese sauce. Everything was excellent, and the portions were absolutely massive. They start you off with fresh bread and olive oil, followed by a salad with an amazing balsamic vinaigrette, so by the time the entrées arrive you're already full. The chicken breasts were huge, and we ended up taking home about 80% of our meals. The prices are incredibly reasonable for the amount of food you get. It's rare that I give a restaurant a perfect score, but this place earned it. Five out of five. We'll definitely be back.

Walked in on a Saturday evening. We were lucky they had a table for us; the restaurant was full…read moreexcept for that table. Our server Maria was nice. Ambiance was casual. The complimentary house salad was soggy. Seafood combination was delicious. it was flavorful, fresh yet not overpowering. Rigatoni Rosa and tortellini cucina were fine. They had very generous servings; be aware though that they charge a meal share fee.

Food was outstanding as usual. Had dolmades and Tilapia. Server learned it was out Anniversary and…read morewhen we ordered Dessert brought it out with sparklers. Outstanding !!!

Man hands down 10/10. I forgot to take pictures of everything but man I'm impressed..the owner was…read moresuper nice and I appreciate an owner who actually cares for his staff and guest. You can tell too. The food was impressive from start to finish. We also had the grape leaf app and chicken parm. Chelsea is a gem. U can tell she cares also. It's refreshing going to a restaurant where you feel at home. Thank you all so much. Hats off to you all. See yall soon

Exceptional service. Exceptional consistently delicious food. Authentic recipes…read more The BEST authentic family Italian cuisine in RVA and beyond. I've been coming in for years. They never cease to amaze and satisfy my appetite. Thank you! Chianti was amazing. Spaghetti Bolognese was perfection. Just no words, so happy.

A friend was visiting from AZ and this was our agreed lunch choice. I would like to start with…read more I WILL NOT return to this restaurant. We entered and were greeted with " do you have a reservation" in a very un-inviting tone. We both said no. If she said follow me, it was faint. We knew to follow her. I should have walked out !!! The Restaurant was practically empty !! Maybe a total of 20. We walked up a small ramp that lead us to a larger dining area where we saw a few guests. At our table standing was a youthful warm smile waiting that made us feel ok to stay. I overheard someone calling the name of the woman at the door, and they said Patricia. Our server's name was Jocelyn and she was very delightful. Our server made suggestions and explained that most of the pasta is made in house. Still observing and listening. OMG, the woman is the manager. Mam, I'm sure you will be pleased to know that we will NOT return. She walked by several times smiling and conversing warmly with other guests. This is an authentic looking and a bit dated Italian Restaurant. I'll be brief here. I had the spaghetti and meat sauce. The pasta had that obvious taste of homemade and the sauce as well. The bread was homemade with the potential to be good, if it was warm and soft, not crunchy. I had the salad packaged to go. Appetizer was fried zucchini that was golden brown, crunchy and flavorful. RVA has MANY Choices of restaurants to choose and I should've known better.

Walked in on an early Wednesday night and got seated right away. Atmosphere was casual yet cozy…read more Service was great. Our server Taylor and other people checked in on us multiple times. Taylor also gave us zucchini frittes which we appreciated. Food was very good. I loved their complimentary bread. We enjoyed the flavors of chicken piccata and fettuccine bolognese. Just right, not overpowering.

I've been dining at various Maggianno's locations for over 20 years and it continues to be one of…read moremy favorite chain restaurants. Although it's usually just my wife and me, they are always great places to bring a large group and order family style. For just the two of us, the individual entrees are the way to go and the selection is great. They get the classic Italian dishes right from the spaghetti and meatballs or meat sauce, the lasagna, the baked ziti and the Rigatoni D. Everything is delicious. Recently I had the Frutti de Mare and it was amazing with generous amounts of clams, mussels, shrimp and lobster. I could only eat about half the pasta it was served over as I was so full. For dessert, nothing tops the warm apple crostata, although the tiramisu and the chocolate cake are also excellent. I love the small booths on the upper level when it's just the two of us. Service was very good courtesy of Avery. Only minor issue was we ordered bruschetta as an appetizer and it took forever to arrive and was followed almost immediately after by our entrees. Overall we had a great experience and look forward to returning.

Lola's Bistro is the ultimate date night spot! The ambient lighting is perfect for a nice, romantic…read moredinner. You can even have dinner under the stars in one of their outdoor pods/bubbles, which is such a cool experience. The food is cooked from scratch and worth every dime. I absolutely loved this place and will definitely be back!

Classic Southern charm and elegance. Attentive service that make it super easy to have a great time…read moreno matter the size of your group. Food is top notch, portions are perfect - enough to satisfy without being so much you can't finish it ... you actually have enough room for dessert! The rolls are legendary and it's obvious that everything is made from scratch. Do yourself a favor and head out there ... but make a reservation!

The moment I walked into this restaurant I knew it was going to be authentic. The decor, prompt…read morewait staff, and the wonderful aroma of Italian food being prepared was enough to reel me in. We ordered Caesar salads, 16" meatball and pepperoni pizza, and the fettuccini w/scallops and an Italian cannoli. Look past the buildings upkeep of peeling paint around the front window and buzzing flies. When you lease a building that's what you get. I'd come back to the restaurant for sure. Server was Syed A, great service! Sorry no photos taken this visit.

Amazing pizza!!!! So freaking good! You can taste the fennel in the Italian sausage and that's the…read moreway it should be. It has a nice eating area for family and it's perfect for date night. The wine list is great and they have cold beer. Nate was a great server and very attentive. We never needed anything because he always checked on us. I'll be going back

We visited Gersi tonight for dinner and were seated immediately, even though we were a few minutes…read moreearly for our reservation. We were brought focaccia bread, which was very flavorful. I ordered the basil smash off the special menu, which was so fresh and delicious. We started with the fig & prosciutto crostini from the special menu, which was so tasty. I ordered the ravioli carbonara, which was pretty good, although I thought the sauce was a little thin, and my bf got the mezzi rigatoni ragu, which he enjoyed. The star was the dessert. We got the chocolate molten lava cake with berry compote and the vanilla panna cotta. When brought to our table, our server also brought a small sauce pan of chocolate sauce to drizzle over the top of each. Both were so rich and delicious, I couldn't pick a favorite. Service was quick and very friendly and the restaurant was cozy and warm. Can't wait to return to try more of their pasta, and have the desserts again!

Was lucky enough to be seated almost immediately without a reservation on Friday night…read more Although if you prefer a more quiet vibe then aim for after 8pm. Great service and incredible food. Squash blossoms packed incredible cheesy goodness 12/10 house pasta and the flavor really speaks for itself. The price is reasonable given the high quality of the ingredients and food. You can truly taste that it's made in house. Don't skip the tiramisu. The cherry one was simply to die for.

Chicken G????. Very tasty. surprise olives . Made the dish extra tasty. Service was excellent for…read moreour 20 plus ACAC group. Surprised at the automatic refill for my Arnold Palmer. Rarely see that usually have to ask.

Love this place! Grew up just down the street and I'm grateful! Whether it's a pizza, pasta, or…read moresalads their food is definitely good! The consistency to me is very important and each time I order I get it the same way that I like it! Ordering Togo is always super fast or if you decide to eat in, the staff are super helpful and extremely nice here! A true staple for Italian in Short pump!

Ive visited 3 times over 5/6 months, have had two different drinks each time and not a bad one yet…read more Bartenders are very knowledgeable and you can tell they take pride in the craft. LOVE the prices here. Ingredients are fresh. Very cute, quaint spot. I look forward to being a regular here.

A cute gem located in the corner of the shopping center. The ambiance is speakeasy meets boho. The…read moredrinks are top tier, they are booze heavy if you are in to that (I definitely am)! Food service is coordinated with the bistro next door and the crepes were a great choice for dessert. For my meal I had the salmon which was pleasing as well. This a lovely west end bar. Perfect for a happy hour. It only seats about 25 inside so never feels crowded.