I was at Leo Greta recently for a birthday celebration of 9 people on a Sunday night. We were…read moreoriginally seated in the 2nd room in the back and there was no working air conditioning that night. First thing that happened was being reprimanded by the hostess for having 9 people and the reservation was for 8. 2nd thing, it was very warm inside, so we requested to be outside, which was wonderful! Our waitress was amazing. My BIGGEST complaint was the serving size! I ordered gnocchi; they were delicious. However, I had approximately 12 gnocchi!! And it cost $25.00!! There was not enough food to justify the price. Thank God there was bread or I would have left extremely hungry and I am not a big eater. And the fact that everything is extra is very discouraging. $12 for a salad, $15 to add a chicken breast. That is outrageous. Im sorry but I will not be going back any time soon.....

Cute bistro where we ate a quick lunch between opening (at noon) and a 1pm performance at the…read moreCarnegie Stage just down the street. Hubby liked his meatball sandwich. I found the beans in the beans and greens to be gritty; apparently they are unsoaked dried beans, and that's the way chef likes it. It was edible, but I prefer a smoother, softer texture. We enjoyed our experience so much that we came back after the show to the bakery side, where we devoured a slice of blueberry pie with blueberry ice cream on top. Street parking (free on Sunday), and I believe there is a nearby lot. Gender-segregatwd restrooms. We are already planning to come back with friends! 4.5 stars rounded up to 5.

We got our Thanksgiving catering from Albero Verde this year. I had been there to celebrate a…read moresuccessful fundraiser for Living Stones and saw the advertising about the Thanksgiving options. I'll post a photo of the menu, but here are some of my thoughts: Turkey - so delicious Mashed potatoes - perfection Stuffing - I loved it but the kids didn't. Honestly they probably would have preferred Stove Top though. Green beans - very tasty but not great as a leftover Cranberry chutney - ok, I love the canned stuff but this was truly a hit. Rolls and butter - literally such delicious butter! Apple pies - they were more like empanadas. I was expecting mini round pies. The crust was amazing but the apples were a bit tart. The pickup was easy and seamless. Everything was packed well. Thank you! We can't wait to come in to eat soon.

Blink, and you just might miss Albero Verde. It's nestled in a strip mall plaza in the heart of…read moreSouth Hills. The restaurant itself is small, but their food is beyond mighty! Our waitress Ellie was attentive, patient, and helpful for our party of 9. She was even willing to give some of the guests tea bags from her own stash! Our group of 9 tried almost everything on the menu. They have a small menu with a few appetizers and main courses along with some desserts. Because we were a larger group, at least one of us got something on the menu. We also shared, so I tried many of the dishes! They gave us an amuse bouche, which was aracini with caramelized onions and peppers. DELICIOUS. I wanted more. We also got foccacia with an oil dipping sauce. The focaccia was denser than usual, but I loved it! Here's what we tried: [Sausage Greens & Beans]: A traditional Italian dish that was absolutely delicious. There was so much flavor between the panchetta, beans, escarole, and sausage. This dish was out of my comfort zone but so delightful. [Crispy Brussel Sprouts]: Man! These were good. They were perfectly charred and paired with a spicy sauce that took this dish to the next level. [Wedding Soup]: A little non-traditional since their noodles were much larger, but I loved the denser meatballs. [Caesar Salad]: My husband loved this dish! The croutons made the dish extra, and it was well dressed and slightly lemony. [Warm Mushroom Salad]: I hate mushrooms but I loved this. The rosemary smoked mushrooms were the star of this dish. [Shrimp Risotto]: This was so creamy and flavorful! [Chicken Marsala]: This dish was out of this world! The rosemary smoked mushrooms gave this dish a perfectly smokey flavored. The chicken was stuffed and accompanied with lyonnaise potatoes that were so crispy and delicious. [Roasted Veggie Rolled Lasagna]: Wow was this dish flavorful. The variety of vegetables were perfect, and the roaster red pepper ricotta in the middle was just what this dish needed. [Apples, Peaches, Pumpkin Pie]: This was the perfect fall dessert. Apple turnovers, peaches, and pumpkin pie mousse. The perfection portion and not overly sweet! This restaurant made it to my top 5, and it was so delicious. All of the flavors were so complex! You need to try this restaurant or you'll really be missing out! I cannot wait to try more items on their menus as their specials and menu changes. Such a hidden gem!

Giving 4 stars for the food, the ambiance and atmosphere. But the bartender Chris was pretty…read moreobnoxious. I don't know why a service worker would project his political views onto a paying customer. His tip was based on his attitude. This is the second time we've experienced this kind of behavior here and it's disappointing because we really enjoy the establishment. We have been worried about eating salads other than home grown because of the parasite. The Cesar salad is amazing and we took our chances but he could have just been quiet about his views instead of being so ignorant.

There are some places you try once and move on from...and then there are the ones you keep thinking…read moreabout years later. I first fell in love with @cucinavitalepgh back when they were in the South Side, so seeing them open this new space honestly made me so happy. The new location is beautiful, has SO much more room, and still somehow keeps that same feeling that made people love the original in the first place. Also can we talk about the fact every single dish came out literally steaming hot? Not lukewarm 10 minutes in the window hot...actual fresh out of the pan, too impatient to wait before taking a bite hot. I notice little things like that and it makes such a difference. You can tell there's care behind it. One of those spots that reminds you why classic Italian food will always hit.

Outstanding Food & Even Better Service!…read more I had an absolutely fantastic experience! The menu has an incredible selection of authentic Italian favorites, and everything we ordered was delicious, fresh, and full of flavor. From the antipasto and salads to the homemade pastas and sandwiches, there's something for everyone. But what really made the experience exceptional was Carrie. She was absolutely wonderful--friendly, attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. Her service was outstanding, and she went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. Carrie is the kind of person who makes you want to come back--not just for the amazing food, but because you know you'll be treated like family. Excellent food, fantastic atmosphere, and truly exceptional service! Ask for Carrie--you won't be disappointed! Five stars all the way!

We had dinner here as a group of four on a Thursday. They don't take reservations and we had to…read morewait about 45 minutes to get a table, but it seemed like they were pretty understaffed. Our server was running around taking care of tables inside and outside. Definitely not the place to go if you're in a hurry! The food itself was delicious. We loved the Rita pasta and I could have had 6 more servings of tiramisu. My fave was the chicken parm!

I loveeeee DiAnoia's. I come here a lot for dinner. I've never tried their lunch menu and finally…read moregot to go! We started with the whipped ricotta and potatoes and both of those never miss. We also shared the house salad. Both sandwiches we had were delicious. Everything was so fresh and light. The sandwiches are HUGE, real bang for your buck! DiAnoia's is a Strip District staple and I never leave hungry or disappointed!

For some reason, I had a feeling that something was amiss regarding this dining experience. I made…read morethe reservation on RESY and we were set. We got to the restaurant, approached the podium, I expressed the reservation and was told that they did not have one for me. We were asked to sit in the penalty box until they were able to find a table. We were fortunate and were seated. Our server was great. Very personable, helpful with the menu, made recommendations, etc. We ordered cocktails, which were very good. We then placed our order for dinner. My spouse had the beans and greens which were found to be quite good. I had the house salad which was also very good. For an entree, Bo ordered CACIO E PEPE and I ordered, BUCATINI all'AMATRICIANA. This is where we started to descend into food limbo. The cacio e pepe was flavorless with as little pepper as possible. So few, in fact that you could accurately count them. The pasta was overcooked and mushy. My entree was another disappointment. In the description, it states: "Bucatini Pasta, Guanciale, San Marzano Tomatoes, Pecorino Romano" Now, can any of you, off the top of your heads, tell me what Guanciale is? Guanciale just happens to be, an Italian cured meat made from pork jowl or cheek. Its name comes from guancia, the Italian word for cheek. It is rubbed with salt, black pepper, and spices, then aged for several weeks, creating a rich meat with a high fat content that is prized for flavoring classic pasta sauces. In my entree they were small cubes, meat-like, and one side of each cube was burnt to a crips, solid black and real crunchy. It gave the whole dish a burnt taste. Not the best. For dessert, Bo ordered the Banana Sundae Cheesecake. I bet you thought it tasted like bananas. Nope. It tasted like cheesecake. I passed on dessert. My choice was determined by the quality of my entry. Atmosphere. There are some restaurants, these days, where you have to raise your voice to talk to one another. Here we had to literally scream but still not be able to hear one another. It's all too common now to forego a suspended tile ceiling and carpet on the floor, which absorbs the sound. This was absolutely the loudest dining establishment I was ever in. Looking around, it seemed that most people have bought into the notion that this is as good as it gets when it comes to dining ambiance. Look, I'm old school and this just didn't cut it for us. There certainly are a lot who love the restaurant and grade it accordingly. I'm just not one of them. Bon appetit!

The atmosphere was charming Italian! The staff was friendly and welcoming the made you feel like…read moreyou were at home and mom or grandma was asking if everything was good! The owner stop by each table several times and refilled drinks and brought food! This level of customer service was amazing and and beyond compare! Now for the food when trying a new restaurant that serves pizza and wings! You start with the basics pepperoni pizza Sicilian style and mild "buffalo " wings ( as a Buffalo WNY guy I hesitate to call them Buffalo wings) The pizza was doughy and the cheese pull was great ! The wings were sauced and tossed perfectly with a house made mild sauce that had a tang but not too much served with house made ranch that wasn't even needed because the sauce was perfect! I am sad only to the fact I passed by this place over a 1000 times in the last 12 years and I just discovered it! This place is exceptional!

This place is so good I am writing my review while I am still at the table. I wish I could give…read morethis treasure of a restaurant 10 stars. Everything about it is charming. My lovely server Linda has been with the company for 21 yrs and is well versed with the menu. I went with her suggestion of Chicken Ala Nico and it was ahhhmazing!! Don't let me forget to call out the Wedding soup that came with the entree melted in your mouth. I could go on and on but you need to see it for yourself!!

Had catering for my daughter's graduation party. They were extremely friendly on the phone and…read morehelpful. The food was on time and everything was delicious. I highly recommend the other place. They were wonderful.

I read some good reviews about this place, so I stopped in for carry-out for lunch on a Monday…read more The folks working there were GREAT! Really friendly and they explained how they make much of their food. I was tempted by their chicken tenders, so I asked if they used frozen chicken tenders and they not only said "no" and explained how they made them, they just happened to be making a batch of fresh tenders and showed me the fresh chicken breasts they use to make them. I ordered their Nashville Hot tenders and they were AMAZING! The breading was very light and flavorful and the dry Nashville Hot seasoning was spicy... very tasty!! I also got their Deluxe Italian sub, half size and it was excellent! Very fresh ingredients and the sub came together great... Very Nice!! This place is carry-out only, but they do deliver and they do prepare food rather quickly. Highly recommend! I'll definitely return!!

He said here with a few friends for a bite to eat. Started off with the fried zucchini, which was…read morefried to perfection. The zucchini was so thin and crispy and the dipping sauces were . Ordered the grilled chicken salad had the french fries put on the side. There was a sticker on the menu that said fried in tallow. Which I was surprised cause you don't see that very often. the chicken was tender and the salad ingredients for all fresh and delicious. The waitress gave great service and let us linger after dinner to continue catching up with each other. The restaurant offered booths and tables to sit at.

Ordered square Sicilian 8 cut pizza with artichokes, bacon, xtra cheese, and pepperoni. Toppings…read morewere sparse, mostly crust and sauce was little to none. Very bland favor although we did enjoy the crust. Light and airy. Although we had a few different staff members who assisted with our ( 2 in our party) no refills on water. None and we were thirsty. Alcohol beverages were filled although. Restaurant was very loud and a family had a few children who screamed the entire time, nothing against the restaurant but it was very annoying. I don't think we will be back unfortunately.

Some of the worst pizza I've ever had. We used a coupon from the paper for a 2 topping 8 cut…read moreSicilian. First of all the pizza wasn't even cut through, and the sad attempt at cutting was so uneven that 4 of the slices were about an inch wide, while the others were about 4" each. The toppings were scarce, they used mini pepperoni and put maybe 8 on the whole pizza. The onions were huge chunks and the mushrooms were straight from a can. The worst part though was the thick doughy crust that tasted more like a fishy sourdough roll. I'm serious... It was so noticeable that it made me wonder if the dough was bad or if they for some weird reason put fish sauce in it. It was gross. We also ordered steak and Italian hoagies. The veggies were old and wilted, and there was no dressing on either. The Italian had deli meat that was clearly bottom of the line and not very generous. The "steak" (if you an call it that) was greyish instead of brown and looked like it was a processed meat chopped into pieces. No flavor or seasoning and the texture was reminiscent of spam. It was so bad that I only ate 1/4 of it and tossed the rest. I have ordered from here in the past and always been disappointed. I thought I would give them another try since I'd never ordered a Sicilian pizza from there. What a mistake. I will never order from them again!

Portofino's has been our go-to for pizza delivery for years - until tonight. Our last order…read morearrived 30 minutes late, cold, and missing the side of ranch (because pizza isn't pizza without it!). Tonight we gave them a second chance. Almost 2 hours, and we're still waiting. Not feeling optimistic about what we're going to get when it's delivered. But you can bet our credit card had long been charged for it! Edit: 2 hours, no pizza. Down to one star. But bonus, manager Scott offered me 10% off my next order when I called. Score! Because I'm totes likely to order from them again.

Delicious salad and pizza and calzone Love the decor…read more Service was a little slow to start but good overall

This is a tough one to review. The décor is charming, comfortable, and creates a welcoming…read moreatmosphere. The staff was very friendly and attentive, and my cacio e pepe was delicious--honestly better than I've had at many other restaurants. The disappointment came with the overall value. It's BYOB only, even though there's a beautiful little bar that makes it seem like they might serve drinks. There was also no bread with oil, no salad, and no sides--just the pasta and two small pieces of bread for $25. While the quality of the pasta was excellent, I left wishing the meal felt a little more complete for the price. The 4 stars are the food alone...because it is good.