Excellent service and food. This has been my favorite Italian restaurant in Georgia. The portions…read moreare large and there is a variety of menu choices. Provino's also offers free birthday meals.

Great parking lot, sometimes a little bit challenging to pull into since it's so close to the…read moreintersection and locals don't usually leave a gap while at the red light for oncoming cars to pull through, but it's a nice and fairly busy shopping center. From the outside, it's fairly unassuming. When I pulled the door open, it felt like an old world charm genuine New York style Italian restaurant. The decor truly reminded me of some of the places I visited in NYC back in the old days. Very nice. Hostess seated me in a small 2-person booth, waitress Natalie stopped by promptly and took my drink order (water). I ordered the Pasta Fagioli soup and spaghetti with meat sauce - though I did opt to upgrade with the combo add-on of a meatball, an Italian sausage, and sautéed mushrooms for an additional price. Soon, I received the salad (seems they only do a house dressing, which was very good, light) with all the veggies (some people might prefer an optional Caesar or remove some items). It also had sliced mushrooms, which were fresh and tasted good. Tomato was ripe and firm. No pink lettuce, mostly iceberg that was crisp and fresh. A good salad. Also, the garlic bread rolls. Very good, I highly recommend them. Very buttery in the melted butter with garlic. Then came the Pasta Fagioli, which was good. Pasta was tender, but not mushy. Ground beef was good, though I might have preferred a little more of it. Shamelessly, I did dip some rolls into the soup, which I think my mom wouldn't have approved of, but it was very good. As I was finishing my soup, the spaghetti arrived, and it was excellent. Good aroma, piled pretty high. Pasta was not al-dente, was nice and tender without being overcooked. My opinion: Al-dente is sometimes code for "not fully cooked," so if that is your view as well, you would have thought this spaghetti to be just right, like I did. The sauce was a deep red, nice consistency, and a light meat flavor mingled with the tomatoes and seasonings, a little bit on the sweet side, which I enjoyed. It could stand on its own flavor-wise if anyone was concerned it might need more meat (like I did when I ordered it). The meat ball was about the size of a golf ball, nicely cooked, and very lightly seasoned, allowing the flavor of the meat to be the main attraction. The mushrooms on top were nicely oily from the sautéing in the kitchen, tasted like mushrooms should! The Italian sausage was lively with a good meaty flavor that was enhanced with fennel (not always my favorite, but this was just right) and a little spiciness that I really enjoyed. I couldn't quite finish it all, and Natalie offered the dessert menu (I was so full I couldn't bring myself to try that). I got a to-go box and paid at the table, then walked like a 9.5 months pregnant woman to the car. NICE STAFF, very professional and all about great service with impeccable timing - a true rarity these days! "I'LL BE BACK."

Ate here for dinner on Mother's Day. We started with the cheese fondue which was good but we would…read moreorder another appetizer next time. I had the Tour of Italy which is a massive plate of food. Easily 2-3 meals. Hubby got the Italian Steak Sub which was also very large. Enough for 2 meals, especially after an appetizer. Our server was fine, but could have done some things better. He did check on us often which was good. Seemed like they were understaffed for such a busy dining-out day. But we will return.

I have always enjoyed Pamendi's, but have always dined in. Tonight I picked up an order to go and…read morehave to say it was a bit disappointing. I ordered shrimp scampi. The price of $19 was pretty comparable to anywhere else. However, what I got was a LOT of pasta and very little shrimp, salad or bread! Perhaps it was because it was a to go order. I know in the past when eating in restaurant, the salad and the bread was much more ample. The shrimp was overcooked. There was maybe one cup of salad if that, and two very small slices of bread. I will most likely dine in again, but will never again purchase an order to go.

I recommend booking a reservation in advance because it was fully booked, however, we were…read morethankfully able to grab a seat at the lounge which is just as nice. We visited a year ago, and everything is still just as good, along with the wonderful service. The focaccia bread is delicious, I highly suggest that you order it. We had a variety of pastas that were all delicious and they tasted freshly made. If you're able to get a reservation, definitely stop by.

If you had told me Athens had a spot with this level of elegance and ambiance, I probably would've…read moreasked, "Where has it been hiding?" This was my first visit, but my friend had been before and couldn't wait to bring me. Now I completely understand why. From the moment we pulled up, the valet parking set the tone for what turned out to be a wonderful experience. It's such a nice touch and instantly made the visit feel special. Inside, everything felt elevated without being pretentious. The atmosphere was beautiful, the service was warm and attentive, and the food absolutely delivered. Every bite was flavorful, and the cocktails were just as impressive. What made the experience even better was discovering the spa next door after brunch. We took a peek, and now we're already planning our next visit--a relaxing spa day followed by another amazing dinner. It's always exciting to find a place that feels like a little getaway without leaving home. If you're looking for great food, handcrafted cocktails, exceptional service, complimentary valet parking, and a sophisticated vibe right here in Athens, this spot deserves a visit. We left already planning our next visit, and I can't wait to experience it all over again!

A very cute Italian in the heart of downtown Canton. Seating is limited, so you definitely want to…read moremake a reservation. The service is good and very friendly. Started with the calamari and ordered Spaghetti with meatballs and chicken parmigiana. It was a decent portion on the entrees and we had leftovers to take home.

Terrible. The sauce was heavy and thick. The veal parm was overdone…read more So excited about this place but alas another disappointment in the Atlanta food scene

Relative Italian menu and a sophisticated environment. I had a dish with fettuccine and crawfish,…read moremy brother had classic spaghetti and meatballs. Pasta and breads are made in house so the focaccia was outstanding! If I was local this would be my go to Italian spot. Oh the bar is pretty cool too!

Overpriced & not good ambiance…read more Restaurant was empty but we were seated right next to only other table with people, next to bar area, apparently to make it more convenient for wait staff/right next to kitchen/service area. Food tasted good though.

I've wanted to try Luciano Ristorante Italiano in Duluth, GA for years.  Today, I finally had the…read morechance to enjoy a wonderful dinner.  Our hostess greeted us right away, and we were seated quickly.  Our host and hostess, Jalen and Rashida, were absolutely amazing; they offered suggestions and answered all of our questions with such grace (excellent job).  We went through the menu and decided to try a bottle of Rosé, which had amazing hints of fruit and jasmine and paired well with the bread, the wonderful gravy served with it, and our meal.  We started with appetizers, including lightly floured calamari fritti (which we loved), plus thin slices of zucchini and squash that tasted like chips.  We skipped a salad and instead tried the lollipop lamb chops (suggested by Rashida, thank you), which were the special for the day. The lamb chops had an amazing grilled flavor, and the chef removed all the fat so you could truly enjoy the lamb; the mint sauce added an extra touch of excellence.  We also ordered the Tutto Carne flatbread (which didn't make it into our to-go bag (sad face)); it was so light and delicious.  We added the spicy oil to kick it up a notch, and boy, it really heightened our taste buds.  We ordered 2 entrees, the Rigatoni Salsiccia and the Tagliatelle Bolognese, which both taste as if someone's Nonna was in the kitchen- so, so good.  Tony, the general manager, greeted us right away and became my best friend; he made us feel welcome.  When it was time for dessert, he offered us Tarimazu, which was so light and delicious we couldn't believe it was dessert; we paired it with a limoncello and an espresso, both absolutely yummy.  We can't wait to return to Luciano and try the other menu items.  If you are ever on the cuff and not sure which restaurant to try for quality food and drinks, please add Luciano to your list; you will not be disappointed.

So very disappointed. I did not know it was going to be a buffet brunch on Mother's Day. Was…read morelooking forward to eating at one of my favorite Italian places in Atlanta. The food was ok but pasta overcooked, and regular breakfast items with a few Italian dishes but not the stuff I normally order. They never said anything before we walked up the the hostess that this was a buffet brunch. And at 79.00 each. We had my 88 year old mother and 15 year old nephew and it is still 79.00 per person. Will NEVER go back for any holiday.

Loved the Greek salad and the pizza slice. I will definitely be returning to try out the rest of…read moretheir menu.

The food here was OK nothing special. I really don't like the bar being the first thing when you…read morewalk in the door, as the wind and Street noise hits you every time someone walks in. Service was very good though. I tried this place twice and just won't go back.

We hadn't been to Roma in quite a while, so we were thrilled to come back tonight--and it did not…read moredisappoint! From the moment we arrived, the owners and staff were gracious, welcoming, and attentive. The food was fantastic. We especially enjoyed the crisp, fresh Caesar salad, the veal piccata, and the garlic knots served with their delicious homemade sauce. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and clearly prepared with care. It was wonderful to return and be reminded of what makes Roma so special. We definitely won't wait so long to come back again!

Was really surprised how good this restaurant is. Most of the marketing I've seen is based around…read moretheir alcohol menu and tapas. However, they have a wood fired pizza oven, unlimited garlic knots, and delicious pastas. I didn't even notice the wood oven at first because the ventilation inside the dining area is so good. All the pizzas are 12", cut into 8 slices for around $20 for speciality. Cheese only is $14. Quality toppings and great chew on the pizza. The thick, puffy crust edge is not really for me, so maybe next time I'll ask them to put the toppings closer to the edge. Will also try the calzone, which is much larger for a better price. The unlimited garlic knots with delicious marinara dipping sauce is such a nice touch to pair with their amazingly saucy pastas. It would be so nice if they could cook more dishes and even their knots in the wood fire oven because it seems underutilized just to use it solely for pizza only. The pasta portions are large and saucy, but all are over $20, which is high. So you will see many customers sharing a pizza with a pasta. They have really cozy outdoor covered patio seating, as well as a very open dining room. You could really hear everyone else's conversations here, so I wouldn't recommend for a date or anything more private. People in my party couldn't hear eachother well at all, so we basically had to scream over the opera music inside. Service here is warm and friendly, and I didn't even have to ask for refills.

Nice Italian restaurant which has had several owners. Comfortable private booths as well as tables…read more Has veal and chicken and shrimp dishes and all the typical pastas. We had 2 dishes with different cream sauces. Very good. Both the linguini and the rigatoni were perfectly al dente, which is rare. Desserts were homemade sweet, tasty, and authentic. They are garnished with whipped cream and chocolate syrup (see picture ). Service is excellent with young attentive waitresses. Real good Italian food.

Decent Italian food with some good choices. Service was fast and efficient. Ambiance was a typical…read morefamily restaurant with comfortable booth seating.