My wife and I tried Figlio's today for the first time. On the black chalk board as you walked in it…read moreread Sunday Sauce, salad, bread and oil, pasta with meatballs, sweet sausage, pork ribs and beef Bricole. Salad was fresh and crisp with a light balsamic vinegar and olive dressing. Bread was good and a side plate for oil, balsamic vinegar and Parmesan cheese. The pasta was covered with a delightfully light sauce that brought back memories of yesterday with a true Sunday meal. Meatballs were soft and flavor full, sauce was sweet and exploded with flavor as I chewed, pork ribs were nice, soft and the bricole was the star of the show. It broke apart removing it from the family style bowl. $30 each and it was amazing. Family owned and operated, nicely decorated, delightful little place. The waitresses were mother, daughter and had a great personality. We finished up with coffee and split a slice of carrot cake which was very good. Clean, comfortable and delicious. Highly recommend. Scott

Great place. Too classy for this area. It seems like it should be in a big city like Boston or New…read moreYork. Small, very cozy and romantic!

Absolutely delicious. We shared Arancini, I had the mare e month (lobster topped fillet served…read morewith mushroom and spinach risotto) and had amazing pistachio mousse for dessert. Friends ordered the salmon and mushroom ravioli and both really enjoyed their meals. Service was prompt, friendly and attentive. Not much to look at from outside nestled in a tight residential neighborhood with limited street parking but complimentary valet service. Going inside of the restaurant ,however, the space is much more upscale and very nice. Prices were what I would expect for an upscale menu of this quality with most entrees between $25 and $40. I look forward to returning!

Mare E Monti - Exceptional Authentic Italian & Seafood Pasta Spot in Worcester, MA…read more Mare E Monti is an exceptional Italian gem -- probably home to the best seafood pasta I've ever had. I was in town ahead of a half marathon near Hampton Beach on Sunday. After a long drive and a surprise call that my extended family was touring the East Coast nearby, we decided to meet halfway -- and Worcester made perfect sense. I booked a table for eight at 8 PM on Saturday. We miscounted our party, which led to about a 45-minute wait, but honestly, that just gave us more time to catch up. The interior strikes a lovely balance -- rustic yet modern, cozy yet romantic, and unmistakably Italian in feel. Starters We kicked off with two plates of Calamari Fritti -- classic native calamari, lightly fried and tossed with cherry peppers and a delicate butter sauce. Absolutely delicious; I had to restrain myself from finishing the whole plate. Complimentary garlic bread with olive oil was also served, and I stopped myself at 2-3 slices to save room for the race-fueling carbs to come. For salad, I chose the Insalata Casalinga -- crisp field greens, grape tomatoes, julienne carrots, cucumbers, red onion, and imported olives in a light vinaigrette. Simple, fresh, and highly recommended. The Main Event The real reason I chose Mare E Monti was simple: carb loading. I went with the Pasta con Cozze e Fagioli -- sautéed mussels in a garlic white wine sauce with diced tomatoes and cannellini beans, tossed with linguine. It was everything I'd hoped for: flavorful yet light, satisfying without being heavy. The mussels were tender, the beans added substance, and the pasta was perfectly cooked. Others at the table tried the Ravioli di Aragosta (lobster ravioli) on my recommendation. I snagged a bite -- and it was heavenly. Rich, delicate, and beautifully balanced. Final Thoughts Dinner here was the perfect pre-race meal -- nourishing without weighing me down. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, the service attentive, and the food consistently excellent. Even parking was simple; I found easy street parking just around the corner (though valet is also available). Oh, and the next morning? I ran a personal best in my half marathon -- just over 1 hour and 20 minutes. I'd like to think the perfect plate of pasta helped fuel that finish. All in all, Mare E Monti is a must-visit for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine and standout seafood pasta in the Worcester area. I'll absolutely be back next time I'm in Massachusetts. Last visited: October 4, 2025

Place has been around for years! I remember when I was 7/8 years old we had a family dinner before…read moremy grandfather and I traveled to Hawaii and my mom announced she was pregnant. Been here many times over the years and just recently had some delivery pizza for a birthday party. I went up a couple times to grab some slices of combo which had great freshness. Make reservations, place seems to always be packed.

I would rate this place 5 stars for service and 3-3.5 for the food. Very open and family style…read morefeeling. Staff was super friendly and provided great service. Warning to all: the portion sizes are huge. Like 2-3 people could share one meal huge. So you get a great value for the amount of food you get. The food was good, nothing special or terrible. The sentimental value of the place is what will keep me going back any time I visit.

I met a friend here for dinner one weeknight and I was a bit stressed trying to find parking until…read moreI realized there was more parking around the corner. I think it was so busy because there was a lounge with a live band playing upstairs. We ate in the dining room which had a nice warm atmosphere. We had bread with oil and spices which is always a nice way to start a meal. I asked about vegetarian options and based on our server's descriptions I decided to order the risotto. It was perfect- creamy with a nice texture to the rice and tasted delicious. Our server was excellent. You could tell he was a pro. Helpful and efficient but not intrusive. This is a lovely place for an intimate meal.

We actually were seated in the DUCK portion of the building due to the Avellino being booked by a…read moreprivate party but ordered off the Avellino menu. The food was excellent! Service was excellent also. I ordered a margarita which was quite strong would be better if I was a wine drinker I think . Would definitely recommend

The meatball and sauce were really good…read more The salad with grilled chicken was not. The chicken was dry and flavorless (restaurant: buy a yellow can of Greek seasoning from the baking isle of the grocery store to up your grilled chicken game by 1000). Paying $17 for a salad is insane to me, because iceberg (yes, not even a step up to romaine) is so cheap. But if you're charging this much, at least make it well enough to justify the cost. We needed so much ranch to flavor the salad and chicken...And, how does an Italian restaurant not have Cesar dressing (or Cesar salads)? The waitress made us feel that she was doing us a favor by doing her job...no "you're welcomes" or "thank yous." She didn't ask what kind of dressing we wanted, and seemed annoyed when we asked her to let us know the options. The dry, doing the bare minimum vibe that so many people experience at many establishments these days... The individual pizza was a good size. The pizza itself was good. Not great or excellent. Considering that this restaurant is one of the few in the area, it's a bit of a shame that the prices for the quality didn't match up. We did not eat the pasta, so perhaps the meatballs sauce was amazing on a bowl of spaghetti. It was a busy place, but I couldn't tell if it was due to convenience or destination dining. The restrooms were clean, and sitting inside in the AC served as a retreat from the heat and being on our feet during the antique show. For that, we were grateful.

Had early dinner here this weekend. Had the Zuppa de Pesce over Linguini in butter. It was very…read moregood. The service was good. It felt like an oasis from the overstimulation of the Brimfield Flea Market outside.

This family puts their heart and soul into everything they cook and serve. Love them so much!…read more Make it a destination. You will not be disappointed.

This was my second time at Terrazza Restaurant…read more Attended a seminar dinner hosted by Fuch Financial in a very friendly and professional atmosphere. The prime rib was outstanding--tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. The salads were fresh and thoughtfully portioned. I'm looking forward to visiting Terrazza again in the near future.

Unfortunately we could not go to the restaurant because They are on Winter Vacation!…read moreBut when we have gone The Hostess Servers Food and Drinks Desserts are always Excellent!! So we will try again to schedule an evening for dinner in the future!! Always 5 Stars any time we have gone to Alina's

Very nice Italian restaurant. Service is attentive and welcoming. It gets crowded, so reservations…read moredefinitely recommended. Food was good and satisfying: we shared an appetizer of seared scallops on sautéed wild mushrooms; then a fettuccine al fredo. Both were very good though in hindsight, we should've doubled up on the scallops! Delicious! I had a veal Marsala which was tasty and tender; my wife had their roasted salmon on a bed of rabe, which was outstanding. We finished up with a pair of desserts: a terrific tiramisu and a decadently rich butter cake. Definitely hits your Italian cravings!

We can't say enough about how amazing this restaurant is. They fit our party of 6, even though they…read morewere setup for a private event and we didn't have a reservation. Every member of the staff was super friendly, helpful, and especially patient with our 4 kids. From drawing pictures for our youngest to color, to keeping our other kiddos laughing, the staff were all fantastic. The best part though, the food was amazing, and servings were huge, so we all have lunch tomorrow! Salute, and the Salute staff, are truly top notch. If we're ever back in the area, we'll remember to make a reservation first!

Went to Salute on a Friday night without a reservation and were pleasantly surprised to get a table…read morefor five within five minutes. That said, it was clearly busy, so I would definitely recommend making a reservation on peak nights--we got lucky. The service was excellent from start to finish. Our waiters were very friendly, attentive, and welcoming. Portions are generous. The cheesy bread appetizer is a must-order--warm and perfect for sharing I ordered the cod and salmon, and both were absolutely delicious, cooked well and full of flavor. The wine selection is also strong, with plenty of good options to pair with the meal. Overall, a great Italian spot with great food, service, and atmosphere. I would happily go back.

So... we have not been to the Steaming Tender in over a decade. I did a bit or research, called a…read morefriend in Monson who reported the food was good. Today I met my cousin there for lunch at 12:00 (they opened at noon). I figured that it would not be too busy at noon.... WRONG! Line out the door to be seated! Ugh. But ... no ugh as we were sat with in 2 minutes!!! Truly beautiful inside this old train station decorated for Christmas! There was a huge decorated tree in the middle of the restaurant! The atmosphere was a 10. Our server greeted us, brought drinks, appetizer quickly. Food arrived with in a proper amount of wait time. Food was absolutely AMAZING!!!! We shared garlic shrimp appetizer, my Cousin enjoyed a huge order of fish n chips (was unable to finish ) My wife and I both ordered the scallop special. Eight broiled scallops on a garlic red potato mash!!!! Oh my soooo good. I had a side of coleslaw and she had butternut squash. Both excellent. Nate got his usual "grilled cheese & fries", which he devoured. Today they were offering house made corn muffins with brown sugar butter.... We got three to try!! Super delicious! Amazing food & great service The Steaming Tender receives a FIVE MAI TAI rating We highly recommend it!

Always a go to place! Love the buffalo Mac and cheese. The place is so cool, unique! It's always…read morebusy when dining but the start is very efficient, always go above and beyond. Would highly recommended, must always try the corn bread and butter! To die for!!!

SUCH a cute date night place! The table we were at was nice, though it could have been a little…read moremore intimate. It was right aside the service station so more often than not a server had their back to us most of the time. We came here as an anniversary dinner trip, and I am so happy we decided on Casa Bella. The food was so delicious and well cooked. The blackened scallops over risotto....it's been a while since this anniversary dinner and I still thing of them often! We ended up finishing the night with a lemoncello and an espresso. While we have only been to Casa Bella this one time, I do plan on going back. Whenever someone around me is in need of a fancy spot, I will always recommend here!

This was our first time trying Casa Bella, Italian kitchen. We took our order to go. I have a…read moregluten allergy. When I called and ordered the very kind woman on the phone suggested a GF dinner with chicken. It was excellent. I didn't get sick, so they did GF well. My son had the 16 ounce Delmonico steak He said it was cooked well and was delicious. His only comment was after traveling, the potatoes were soggy. He would suggest packing the potatoes separately from steak, so the juices don't mix with the potatoes. We live in Connecticut, but the drive was quick and easy. We will be back!