Mangia moved since my last review and it's better than ever. They're on the southern end of Avalon…read morePark and they serve up some amazing Italian cuisine. Still 5 stars since I can't bump it up another notch. They have their staples like Chicken Parm, Lasagna, Bolognese, Shrimp Fry Diavolo, Puttanesca , Piccata, Gnocchi, and a variety of delicious pizzas and appetizers. There are too many to name. This restaurant can stand on their own with their standards. Where they stand out is with their specials. The chef here is always innovating and trying some new dishes. I wish I could get a notification of what's on the menu each night. I've had some amazing surprises with the taste and presentation of these dishes. And when they have wedding soup (Christmas time), I definitely make sure I go. I feel like part of the family when I go here. They always recognize us and some of the staff even resembles member of my extended Italian family. They cook better than my Italian grandma (shhhh, don't tell her). They also just opened a sister restaurant (Amalfi) down the block so they're taking over Avalon Park! I've been here a lot and plan on going a lot more. Some of the best Italian food in Orlando! So glad it's close to my house!

This place is always a 10/10! Such good Italian food. For starters, their bread with the…read moreoil/vinegar... so good! I have to stop myself from eating too much of it so that I don't kill my appetite for dinner! Their dinner portions are huge, I always have leftovers for the next day. Everything my family and I got was delicious. My husband really liked this entree that was one of the daily specials a couple months ago.. I was so impressed that the server asked the chef if they could make it tonight for my husband and they said yes! What a treat and so thoughtful. The dining room is quaint and server was so friendly, you really feel like family when dining there. We will be back soon!

FANTASTIC PLACE- Turci Pasta is one of a kind…read more Cute ambience inside and friendly staff. Intimate setting and you get a show if you're there when they are making the pasta. ALL the pasta is made fresh and it shows!!!! Great selection of choices - our table ordered from the special menu that came with multiple courses. Starting out with the truffle honey bruschetta- let me say this is worth trying!!! So much flavor packed on a delicious piece of Italian bread. The purple sweet potato gnocchi is amazing! Just a burst of great flavors and creamy/cheese sauce. The green cappellacci pasta dish was delicious and a nice touch of arugula in the middle. The limoncello cake was decadent! This is a must try place in College park, support local businesses and enjoy.

I'd give 3.5 if I could. I've now visited twice, so I wanted to combine both experiences into one…read morereview. First Visit: Overall, a great experience. They were running a special that allowed us to try several menu items, and most of them were fantastic. The burrata and pasta dishes were standouts. I especially loved the truffle ravioli, purple gnocchi, and lasagna. The mushroom pasta was just okay for me--the pasta itself was thicker than I prefer and a bit too al dente. The desserts were incredible. We tried both the tiramisu and the limoncello cake, and they were easily some of the highlights of the meal. My only complaint from that visit was the coffee service. I was charged extra to make my coffee decaf, which surprised me, and when I asked for cream, I was told they only had steamed milk--which was also an upcharge. It felt like a lot of added cost and complication just to get a simple decaf coffee with cream and sugar, something that's typically included at most restaurants. Second Visit: After a hot day by the pool, I ordered their lemon drink, and it was absolutely delicious--refreshing enough that I'm already trying to figure out how to recreate it for an upcoming bachelorette weekend. I ordered the purple gnocchi again, and it was just as excellent as I remembered. My husband had the lamb, and I ordered the Beef Wellington. The lamb was delicious, though some of the pasta served alongside it was undercooked in a few bites. The Beef Wellington was the biggest disappointment of the evening. The filet itself was cooked perfectly, but the pastry lacked the rich flavor and depth that make a classic Wellington so memorable. We were seated in the back hallway section of the restaurant, which could use a little attention aesthetically. Some updated decor, wallpaper, artwork, or softer window treatments would go a long way. The rest of the restaurant has a lovely ambiance, but this area felt overlooked. Combined with a server who wasn't particularly attentive and the physical distance from the main dining area, it made the experience feel less special than you'd hope for during an expensive date night. We also ordered the same dessert we'd had on our first visit and noticed the portion size was significantly smaller. Lastly, I ordered a Caesar salad and was surprised to find what tasted like bottled dressing and boxed croutons. At a restaurant that clearly puts care into making its own pasta, those details stood out in a disappointing way. Orlando has no shortage of excellent Italian restaurants, and it's often the small touches that separate a good meal from a truly memorable one. Overall, there is a lot to like here. Some dishes are genuinely outstanding, and there are menu items I'd happily return for. But when you're spending hundreds of dollars on a meal, consistency matters--from the ingredients and preparation to the atmosphere and service. Luxury is often found in the details, and tightening up those details would elevate the experience considerably.

Outstanding Italian local resturant. Veal parm and gnocchi was one of the best ever…read more Thank you to Elmer our server who did a great job including giving each of the ladies a red rose The resturant had a unique old school look and feel for an Italian resturant

Wow! There are many great restaurants in Orlando, especially on restaurant row. The one that I come…read moreback to for special occasions is Christinis. I think sometimes that the lack of service has kept me from eating out much, and then I go to Christinis where the service is too-notch. Great service can make lackluster food taste better but Christinis doesn't have to worry there. Their food is too notch as well. It is old world attentive service, and you can't help but feel special when you go there. Our server this evening was Atilla (sp?) and he has a commanding presence and keeps a close eye on things in an unobtrusive way. It was my birthday and they treated me very well. Okay, let's get to the food. Bread service before the meal was excellent. The bread came with an eggplant sauce that was excellent. They offer butter and olive oil but I say to forego that, and just have the eggplant sauce/dip. We both had the shrimp cocktail, which wasn't the plan. But the shrimp were so large and we hadn't had a shrimp cocktail in a long time, and boy was it good. The shrimp was fresh and as mentioned, very large. We then had a Caesar salad which was good. The cheese was good, but I was surprised that there were no anchovies. We like classic Caesar with anchovies, but the salad was good nonetheless. We split a small portion of the fagottini pasta with pear and Gorgonzola cream sauce. It was the absolute best. It sounds like an odd flavor combo but it works. We both had the veal (their specialty) hubby had the veal picatta. I had the Marsala. Both very good. It came with a polenta fritter that was good, I'm not sure what was inside, it had a nice flavor, maybe pimentos? Even though tiramisu or crème brûlée is usually my go to if having dessert, we went for cannolis for a "lighter" option. Very good as well. The last one the list is ambiance. Beautiful tables, classy elegant restaurant, and tuxedoed waitstaff. Excellent!

A beautifully decorated restaurant with great ambiance. The food was very good and plenty, we had…read morethe leftovers for lunch the next day. I had the shrimp fra diavolo. The pasta was perfectly al dente and the shrimp were crisp to the bite. The before dinner rolls were incredibly soft and delicious and the tiramisu was light, not too sweet and enough to share. I meant to remember the name of our server as she was perfect! Not too hover-y, always there exactly when needed and with a great sunny disposition. I'm sorry that I can't recall her name as she deserves a raise! It was the perfect restaurant experience and the prices were good.

We had a lovely Mother's Day lunch. It was well worth the cost and we ate the leftovers for days…read more The food was absolutely delicious. For our selections, we got the fried mozzarella and fried calamari to start. We moved on to the beef medallions, chicken parm, lasagna, and lobster carbonara. Each bite was better than the previous. Our servers, Leslie and Alex were great! Leslie has the personality you pray for when you're celebrating a special occasion. We were blessed to have her. My only complaint, and this was super minor, the table space was tight. We had a party of 7 and it felt like we were stacked on top of the other tables. A couple of trips to the bathroom for the kids felt like a task. Once seated, we were fine, but the endless "excuse me's" was inconvenient. Overall, I'm glad we spent the afternoon at Maggiano's. I felt appreciated on my special day.

Brayde is the goat Calamari, meatballs, and pasta were all…read morespectacular. Brayde is the goat He deserves a raise

Absolutely amazing experience! Alex was our server and truly made our visit memorable. I've never…read morefelt so accommodated at a restaurant. He was incredibly patient while taking our order, explained the menu in detail, answered all of our questions, and gave us plenty of time to decide without ever making us feel rushed. His friendly attitude and outstanding service alone would make me come back. The food was just as impressive. The homemade pasta was absolutely delicious, fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. Honestly, it was some of the best pasta I've had in a long time. Between Alex's incredible service and the amazing food, this place exceeded all expectations. Highly recommend! Ask for Alex 5/5 stars!!

The best pizza of my life! When asked for pizza recommendations, our phenomenal server recommended…read morethe Pesto & Mortadella (Basil pesto, mortadella, burrata cheese & pistachio) and the Rustichella (Ham, bacon, roasted tomatoes, arugula, mozzarella& pomodoro sauce). I selected the pesto and mortadella because I have never seen mortadella on a pizza outside of my Italy vacation so... lord help me it was delicious. This combo of ingredients was perfection. This was my first time at Tratto and I already have made plans to return. My plans include trying another new-to-me pizza combination but no promises. I might get the pesto and mortadella on repeat for the foreseeable future. The pizzas can be ordered in Thin crust or Detroit style. I ordered my pizza as thin crust which was exceptional and my dining partner ordered a Detroit style with pepperoni and thoroughly enjoyed it. We both had enough leftovers to take home for another meal. This restaurant accepts reservations. The service was attentive and efficient. The restaurant interior ambiance was elegant and modern - Dim and comfortable on a hot and way too sunny day. As for seating, There are 2 outside cafe-style tables but this establishment is mainly an interior dining restaurant. It is attached to the Walmart neighborhood market behind the McDonalds in avalon park so there is plenty of shared parking. Can't wait to return.

We made reservations through OpenTable after spotting it on TikTok (yes, TikTok made me do it), and…read moreI'm glad we listened. Let me start with the surprise of the night: the ratatouille. I'm usually not a ratatouille girl at all, but THIS one? Whew. The burrata on top took it to another level--creamy, rich, and perfectly balanced. I'd go back just for that alone. Now...the Detroit-style pizza?? Where has this been all my life? We got the Spicy Pepperoni and I'm still thinking about it. The combo of crispy edges, fluffy crust, hot honey, and goat cheese was unreal. At this point, I feel like I need to book a trip to Detroit just to compare lol. We also tried the cheese wheel pasta--flavor-wise it was just okay for me, but the tableside presentation was definitely the highlight. It's one of those dishes you order more for the experience than the taste. Paired everything with a bottle of prosecco, which made the whole night feel a little extra and very much needed. And shoutout to Zack--he was a great waiter. Attentive, friendly, and really helped make the experience smooth from start to finish. Overall, great vibes, solid food, and a fun dining experience. Definitely a spot I'd come back to--especially for that pizza and burrata situation.

The aesthetic of the tall wooden rafters, stone floors, mood lighting and peeks of natural sun, it…read moregives high class Italian in the best way possible. As you walk in there's a large bar with a decent amount of seating, and to the right a mix of tables. Take on the limited outdoor seating at your own risk during Florida's storm season. I started with the Sunshine State cocktail. The gin cocktail was a little more lime forward than I prefer, but I'm still a fan! To follow it, I tried the Negroni Bianco. It was on the sweeter side and had a lot of floral flavor. The Bruschette Caprese has so much flavor, I couldn't get place if the tomatoes were marinated, but I loved it! For dinner I couldn't resist the house special, mustard spaghettini. It was creamy, and mustard marinated noodles the perfect balance. As you'd expect with the setting and price point, the service was professional and attentive.

A client from St Pete met me midway. I turned to yelp for a nice lunch venue. I had never…read moreexperienced Winter Park and I found it lovely, Prato was a perfect place to meet. Joey was our server and he was great. My guest was not as adventurous as me, so he got the meatball app which I tried and was excellent. I had the carpaccio and crudo, both excellent. I had the local lager on tap. We each had a personal pizza, I got the spicy selection and it was spicy enough. I loved the petite red peppers on the pizza. Overall it was perfect for our meeting and I would go again while in the neighborhood.

Amazing food and the best service! We ordered the white truffle garlic bread, which was so buttery…read moreand yummy (our server recommended we try the focaccia next time, as it's even better). I had their kale and goat cheese salad - it was so rich and incredibly flavorful. We had a couple hour drive home, and our server gave us coffees to go, as it was late at night. Overall: Service is super friendly and the food is absolutely divine. I would highly recommend!

Met up with a colleague for lunch today and realized it's been YEARS since I've been to North…read moreItalia. I went when they first opened and remembered really enjoying it, but I have not been back for lunch. It was pretty quiet during that time. I ordered one of their zero proof mocktails, the 00 Spritz, which was light and refreshing. We decided to share a couple menu items including the beef carpaccio and the garlic knot sliders with pesto chicken parm. Prior to ordering, my colleague had asked our server about another menu item and the type of meat that was in the sauce because she cannot eat pork. It was clear that he was not very sure. For it not being very busy and most people dining in were on a lunch break, the food took quite a while to come out. We received the carpaccio first - it was very tasty and we both enjoyed it. When we received the garlic knot sliders, they looked amazing. It comes with 3 sliders and a side of fries. Once we began eating the sliders, my friend noticed that there was crispy prosciutto (aka pork) on them. This was not listed on the menu or mentioned by our server. Many people don't eat pork (for personal or religious reasons), so that ingredient really should be disclosed on the menu. Our server was apologetic and mentioned that they had just updated their menu so this must have been an oversight. Sadly, my friend did not have enough time left in her lunch break at this point to wait for something else to come out. I personally did enjoy the sliders and took the leftovers home. I also ordered the cacio e pepe pizza to-go to have for dinner later, and it was also very good. Besides that hiccup, overall the food was good and I would go back to try more menu items.