Wow! My first time here & we will be back! Fresh pasta & risotto! So delicious!…read more Asked & the creamy sauces go well with risotto so had the creamy beef risotto & fettuccine carbonara. The small salad was a good size & made for a nice starter. We even got the beef & cheese panini that we liked! Small dine in area was clean & comfortable.

If I know one thing, it's vodka rigatoni. So when I say this is the best in America, I'm not being…read moredramatic-- I'm reporting the results of hundreds of bowls and decades of "research." I've ordered it in every corner of the continental U.S. and more than enough of Italy, and absolutely nobody does it like More Than Pasta. This vodka rigatoni is on its own planet. The sauce is silky, rich, bright, and somehow both comforting and elevated. The rigatoni is perfectly al dente, and the consistency is unmatched-- it hits every single time. And most importantly, my sensitive-stomached boyfriend has never once complained, which is its own small miracle and the reason we order at least three times a week without hesitation (his favorite is the creamy dry beef). To the chef and owner, thank you for being absolute geniuses and ending my lifelong search for the best pasta. I've found it. This isn't just the best vodka pasta I've had in America--it's the gold standard. Trust me when I say, this is the best you'll ever have.

Oh my goodness everything was so SO good!…read more I had this one bookmarked forever and had driven by throughout the decades and finally decided to give it a go. The parking lot is small but we snagged a good spot when it wasn't that busy. They have so much to choose from! Everything we tried was delicious! Very well sized arranchini ! We also tried their meat lasagna and brosciul and it was all delectable. So glad to have tried an Italian staple that's been there for many years, loved the old school feel. Friendly service! It's cash only!

For anyone who truly appreciates great pasta, this spot is a gem. Everything is made fresh and you…read morecan taste the difference in every bite. The ambiance has that warm, authentic Italian feel that makes you want to sit back, enjoy a glass of wine, and take your time with the meal. Service is always A1 -- welcoming, attentive, and they even greet you with a little surprise when you arrive, which is such a nice touch. The ownership clearly takes pride in what they do, and it shows in both the food and the experience. Fresh pasta made to order, fantastic flavor, and prices that are more than fair for the quality. If you're in the area and love real Italian food, this place is an absolute must-try.

Came here for date night and loved it! Parking was super easy to find on Milwaukee. We got there…read moreearly and service was amazing. Our waters were constantly filled and the staff was super organized. I had a coconut rum drink (liberty) and it was tasty. We had the linguini de mar (sea) and the chicken parm. We shared a margarita pizza for an appetizer and it was perfectly cooked. Portions were huge and I had plenty of food for a second meal. Dessert options looked great but it was getting to the dinner rush and we didn't want to wait. Reasonably priced for excellent food. We'd totally return!

We went on a Sunday night and sat in the front small room that only has six tables and it was very…read morequaint. Our server, I think his name was Jose, was very professional, courteous, and friendly. He came back to check on us numerous times and was very quick bringing anything we needed. We had the asparagus salad, the Darte salad, the grilled shrimp appetizer, the grilled vegetables, the grilled calamari, the carpaccio of octopus, and chicken Parmesan. At the start, they brought out bread, olive oil and grated cheese. The bread was a little dry on the outside, but it was warm. The asparagus salad was missing something - maybe salt? It just felt like it lacked flavor even though it had Gorgonzola cheese on it. The grilled vegetables, however, were perfect. It was a combination of one longstem, artichoke heart, one long grilled carrot, a couple of slices of zucchini, and a couple of asparagus. We had asked for them to be well grilled and they were sort of, I can't imagine how few grill marks they would have on them if they hadn't done what he had asked. The Darte salad was a nice size portion with mixed greens, golden and regular raisins, and walnuts. The balsamic vinaigrette is nice and flavorful, and doesn't separate the way it can at some places. The grilled shrimp were very good, nicely seasoned and very well charred. The grilled calamari were great, although they were quite small. There were many more of them than on the pictures. The carpaccio of octopus was very nicely, presented with very thin slices of octopus a nice bright dressing over it and the greens. The chicken Parmesan was a very large portion with the breaded chicken cutlet underneath a large layer of cheese ravioli all topped with marinara sauce, and then cheese, which was browned very well, it was very tasty. For dessert we had two different gelato - the maple bourbon, which would go great with a banana cake and the hazelnut chocolate, which was unbelievably flavorful and smooth. The pistachio and ricotta cake looks very good, but we didn't want to get three desserts. Maybe next time!

My waitress was Sarah , she was very information and nice . The food was delicious as and the place…read morewas just as it was when I started going there in the 70's. I AM a certified food service manager by the city of Chicago and the state of Illinois , when you first walked in to the restaurant there was a very strong odor if I were the management I would remove the rugs near the door and apply bleach to the floor . When I left after eating the strong smell was again very noticeable . I AM assuming that it was caused by the excessive rain this summer .

Been a fan since the 70's and have ordered frozen pizza from this place since the early 80's as I…read moremoved away then. In town this week and thought it would be great to have some of their onsite baked zza. Wow this location had an awful smell as though there was a diaper pal in the entry area. On a Friday evening at 6p there weren't many patrons - Decided to go elsewhere as the aroma was so foul This isn't how I remember Lou's from my years of visits

This place delivers on food, ambiance, and service. Downtown…read morecity vibes and the food was delicious. Great menu with broad options. Friendly staff.

This was our first time here, and we came to celebrate a birthday. We had noted it in the…read morereservation and also had a conversation about it with our server. We were a little surprised when nothing was done for it, which isn't a big deal, but I'll be honest it was disappointing since we did come specifically to celebrate and had talked about it w our server. 3/5 Arancini - Very salty. None of us really enjoyed them because of that. They also came out lukewarm instead of hot. Would have been excellent if it was less salty and came out hot and crispy. 5/5 Fig & Mushroom (subbed for prosciutto) - The menu doesn't specify how the fig is served. Turned out to be fig jam rather than fresh fig, which wasn't what we expected. A little too sweet for me but overall still very much enjoyed it. Their pizza was cooked perfectly with enough toppings and cheese. Very good pizza! 5/5 Braised Short Rib + Polenta - so good! The short rib was excellent, just slightly salty. The polenta was perfect, and it came with a generous portion of wild mushrooms. 2/5 White Wine Cake (recommended as "unique") by our server - This was the most disappointing meal item. Our waitress told us it was special, but it was very bland and didn't match the description or image on their website. Their website showed a cake with a large scoop of ice cream on top, fair amount of whipped cream and raspberry sauce. Ours came with maybe a quarter of the size of that ice cream scoop, a little teaspoon dollop of whipped cream that you eat in one bite and the raspberry sauce was a tiny smear on bottom for decor but there wasn't enough to actually eat it. The cake itself was moist but lacked flavor. It took a really long time to come out, we thought perhaps they forgot, then forgetting we were celebrating a birthday on top of that was disappointing. Atmosphere - Beautiful space, very well done. The only issue is how close the tables are, you can't pull your chair back without hitting someone, and getting to the bathroom requires asking others to move because of how tight the layout is. Overall, we really enjoyed it and would return. While there were a few dishes we wouldn't order again, and others we would. Would love to try the wild mushroom pizza next time! The only thing was that since we had come to celebrate a birthday and didn't end up doing that, the night felt a little less special than we had expected--but still a nice experience overall.

Great Italian store and delicious restaurant cafe. Today we…read morehad a sausage calzone, cheese arancini, beef and peas arancini and stuffed shells. Service was helpful and friendly. Love the cute cafe style seating.

Love this place happy to return after many years ! In the…read more90's I came all the time . I loved the eggplant sauce or vegetarian . Hey I love it all. Mangia I'm Sicilian I drive in from WI and will be back . Small parking lot I parked on the street. Not sure if there is a restroom The people are friendly and nice . It looks like an Italian Cafe I would picture in Sicily It's adorable with little round tables and cloths

I love this place. The pizza is really good . Always came on my lunch break from work here…read more Definitely recommended.

Been ordering for years from here. There was a mistake w my delivery. I spoke to the guy that…read moreworked there FIVE times and he was assuring me he was correcting it, driver on the way with the rest of my order! (I live in 1 block away) None the less, he never corrected HIS mistake & ARGUED w me that I ordered from a diff place! Pizza had already been delivered ‍ Spoke to owner. Also rude and not willing to take any responsibility for their error. Will never order from there again!

I am not one to leave many reviews unless the experience demands it. With that, After countless…read morevisits to Stefani Prime, you would think that I would have at least one thing negative to say, but I do not. From the hosts or hostesses, every individual bartender or server, all the way to table visits from a manager or even a Chef, you are made to feel like the most important guests in the restaurant. Punctuated by an AMAZING meal, each visit was individually unique and beyond enjoyable. The daily specials offer a soup that never disappoints no matter what the selection. Even In the heat of Summer, the lure of these soups set a standard that anything on the menu will satisfy. The choices are many, and what seem to be a labor of love from the Chef. With subtle background music and a comfortably lit dining area, it shows that you are wanted to feel welcomed and relaxed. I fail to leave my menu preferences on this review because there are too many and, every choice I make is it difficult one. I of course have my favorites, but can assure any diner that you'll never regret any choice you make on that menu. Stopping in there for a drink is always an option as well. The veteran bar staff gives you consistency in quality preparation of GOOD cocktails ranging from the standards to custom creations. Most recently I was introduced to a seasonal drink referred to as "walk in the park". Its everything you want in a drink, and for me it's set the table perfectly for the steak dinner that followed. We were so happy to have somewhere in the neighborhood offering you a top shelf evening of cocktails and a meal, which has been the consistent soul of Stefani Prime since it opened. Bon appetit....... And thank you to the Stefani restaurant group for continuing the tradition of attaching your heart to a restaurant and not just your name.

The Scottish Salmon with bourbon flame was some of the most delicious Salmon since visiting…read moreScotland! Absolutely perfectly cooked so that it melts in the mouth. No need for the beurre Blanc sauce which was on the side thankfully. Broccoli cooked to perfection on this one! The Ahi Tuna was seared 'blue' (term I wasn't familiar with, but waiter explained a quick sear each side to be near raw. Very tasty and then the sides of garlic sautéed spinach and mushrooms really were perfect accompaniment- Ambience want quite as amazing as the food quality and the waiter initially had a few misses on which wine taste was what wine and then on repeating back what we ordered, however the food came exactly as ordered and was superb!

Love this authentic gyro spot delicious perfect taste reminds me of a quick spot to get a gyro up…read morein Chicago IL

Sandwiches, side dishes, frozen pasta and sauces are all very delicious. Staff are friendly and…read morehelpful,

This place sells both foodstuff and through the restaurant prepared food/meals. They sell wine,…read morevinegars, and other ingredients, and some desserts--tiramisu and panna cotta, and maybe cannoli or something. There's pizza, pasta, and sandwiches to choose from. Stopped in and ordered a pizza for lunch, and the pizza was great. It was quick as well; it took about 10-15 minutes, which was perfect since I needed to head back to work. The crust was delish and all of us liked it; I think it's likely we'll have it again. I also picked up some pasta to bring home to have for dinner later. The mezzaluna was really fantastic and my babe inhaled it. The linguine or whatever I bought was fine too but probably not something I'd pick up again, since it wasn't particularly special and was expensive. The tiramisu was pretty good but not probably something I'd stop here for alone. Parking is good, within the small lot and there's probably street parking around this area of Gladstone Park.

I absolutely love Stephanie bottega Italiana! They make the pasta in house and all the food…read more Everything taste so fresh. I am obsessed with the pasta and the Roman style pizza. So good!