Some guy really left a star out because this restaurant served a family of children, pathetic! Shows how miserable people are. This place is amazing. A bit pricey but well worth it. Amazing service, amazing menu, and up kept atmosphere. Thank God I live right next to it because I will be back a million more times. read more

so effing good like dude this place is absolutely amazing. food is great like wow just wow

Two things to note. First, we will be back to try again. Second, it is because of the food and that is what earned the three stars. The penne alla vodka was delicious as well as the Caesar salad. I got a piece of salmon with the salad but it was small, dried and under seasoned. All to be said, the pasta was just that good. The dining room is a little dark even for a date night but it fits the Italian restaurant vibe. What makes it difficult was the service received. Everything was great until it wasn't and that was about halfway through the meal. Our server disappeared for about 20+ minutes when she brought the check after I asked the manager. The entire experience just dragged on and made it difficult to fully enjoy how good the food tasted. read more

Another take out/ pick up order tonight. We had the eggplant Parmesan, chicken piccata and free pepperoni rolls. Both entrees were packaged very well and were still warm when I got home. I was surprised to find a generous supply of artichoke hearts in the chicken piccata. The chicken was tender, the sauce good but thin. The eggplant dish was delicious and came with bread. Both dishes came with pasta too. The free pepperoni rolls were a special that was included in our order. They were ok but we like the garlic rolls better. The order was ready shortly after I got there. There is a door on the side of the building for takeout order pick ups. read more

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This place looked great online but we were a little disappointed after trying the food. For starters, there is good parking, lots of patio/outside/inside seating, quick service, and friendly servers. However, the food missed the mark. We ordered mozzarella sticks and a margherita pizza for starters, and then penne alla vodka, cheese ravioli, and the lamb chops special for lunch. The mozzarella sticks tasted like they were fried in oil straight from the freezer and you could tell it was not fresh. The complimentary bread was good and we also liked the pizza. The penne alla vodka was okay- you could tell the noodles needed to sit in the sauce and cook a little more. The cheese ravioli was mediocre. The worst dish was the lamb chops special- the meat was completely unseasoned and it just tasted super gamey with no flavor. The potatoes on the side were made with a smoked (gouda?) cheese and tasted way too smokey and off. The whole dish was a miss. After we told our server how our meal was, she offered a complimentary dessert. We chose the tiramisu and liked it. read more

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Today I stopped by Garibaldi's to bring them the object I found in my pasta. I met with the owner, Alda and explained what happened and handed him the object. He was very apologetic and insisted in making me another dish as well as serving me a beer while I waited. He stayed with me the entire time and we had a wonderful conversation. He explained that the object was a clip from the pasta bag that must have come loose and fell into the pot by mistake. Alda couldn't have been nicer. I can't wait to go back to Garibaldis for dinner and hope to see Alda. read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

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lovely staff & amazing food. thoroughly enjoyed my experience at this great establishment! read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Bruschetta Basilica - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

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The food is good. The Minestrone soup was in my top 5- I wish I had ordered the bowl. The eggplant parm was ok and my daughter's Penne Ala Vodka was good though questionable pancetta but still good. Our waiter "Cam"was great at making us feel at home. read more

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Went in for a nice dinner. The atmosphere was nice for a quiet date- but there were definitely families with loud kids. I guess they want to serve everyone- and that's ok. Our server was very good, gave good suggestions l, and knew the menu well. We enjoyed the wine selection and the food we received. We will definitely go back. read more

The food here is delicious and the staff is kind. It is my go-to spot for dining with friends and family. The Penne a la Vodka and the Tortellini di Torino are family favorites. The creme brûlée is also amazing! The ambience is a little crowded and loud, but it's worth the wait! read more

The service was great and the food not only looked amazing but, also was bursting with flavors! The environment was welcoming and warm! Shoutout to Bellamy for her customer service and overall knowledge of the menu! She helped me make my decision fairly quick! The price is a little steep but, once you see the food you understand why! Thank you for the experience! read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

Took the family here for a night before Christmas and all of us said WOW! If you're looking for some good food at reasonable prices with atmosphere and service then you best try Garibaldis! I had Veal Piccata that was the best I ever had, one of us had the tortellini that was an "oh my" and three had the special which was a ravioli with shrimp, scallops and some lobster sauce that was absolutely over the top. We had some appetizers before that were also super. You can't go wrong here. read more

This is hands down the best restaurant in Fuquay-Varina and one of the best Italian restaurants anywhere. I have Italian friends who when they come to visit, this is the first place they want to eat every single time. Over the years I've had most of the things on the menu and never a bad meal. Never had bad service. Often times the owner will come out and speak with you as will the chef. The kids meals are spectacular and priced perfect as well. My kids love the pizza. Heck, I love the kids pizza as well as the regular pizza. Best pizza in Fuquay also (vs Anna's, Assagios, J&S, Johnny's, and Aviator). In fact if I want pizza I often order it to go and pick it up. My favorite meal is the lamb lollipops. It's not a permanent menu item but it's always on special. I've had their steaks and they are cooked to perfection and rival the Angus Barn (well, almost...but if he opened a steakhouse like he's been saying for 4 years then it would). The scallops are another favorite meal of mine. I don't really eat pasta myself, heartburn, but all of my friends and family love it. The fettuccini is something I can eat and my daughter loves it and gets it every time. You can't really go wrong with any of their pastas. They do serve hot fresh made bread with olive oil and herbs....we usually go through extra because it's so good. You can't go wrong with any of the salads as a meal or an appetizer. And I always get the Creme brûlée for dessert. I could go on and on about every item on the menu and how great the service is but go see for yourself. On the weekends they frequently have live music as well. read more

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Meh. Looked really good online and was recommended by a customer of mine. It was ok. The seafood was tough and tasted frozen. I would have thought that it would be fresh being so close to the ocean. The staff was amazing! Very friendly and the most redeeming part of this place. Hopefully it was an off type of thing. Will give it a shot again. read more

Every time we go we always request CAM he is always friendly and helpful. He always makes our evening out even better. I have never been disappointed with anything food or drink garibalidi is a great place to go with great food and cam is always the best. We travel from Sanford just to eat here. The best Italian food. Tonight we celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary and it was amazing thanks cam for making the night even more special read more

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They have ruined me for pene al vodka (probably spelled tha wrong) but for real. Im disappointed every time i order it somewhere else. Their pizza is bangin too! read more

The best food and staff! Destiny is amazing!! I love this place, have been going since it opened! The menu is fresh and delicious.

The service and food has faded a bit over the years. Early on a Friday evening several specialties were not available, and the service tempo was off, with our wine order arriving after the appetizer course was finished as an example. What we (and they) did have, chicken parm and veal Marsala tonight, was tasty, without portions being such that there was no room for dessert. It's a cute spot that could be described as "lively" or a bit loud. read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Limoncello Cake - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

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Ordered baked ziti. When it came out, there was more mozzarella cheese then ziti. Could not eat it.

I've only ordered take out, so maybe restaurant experience is better. It's one of my favorite places food wise. I'd definitely recommend. The biggest drawback for me is it's rather expensive. Maybe I'm cheap? But IMHO serving sizes don't reflect the price. We usually spend at least $75+ for 2 people/takeout out, yikes. We don't order much - one actual meal, a salad, and dessert, which we split. A couple of times, things have been missing from the order. Like my side of pasta. And another time a dessert. Della Casa Salad is small, nothing super fancy for almost $12. If you add grilled chicken, to make it more of a meal, it's another $8. Ends up being almost $20 for a small salad which is crazy. It tastes good though. Just really needs to be a lot bigger. Chicken French is delicious! Highly recommend. It's 2 pieces of chicken breast in a consistently tasty lemon sauce) Side of penne is ok. It has basil in it - mentioning in case you like or don't like basil. Cannolis are delicious too. They are on the smaller (size of my thumb) size wise, but it comes with three to an order. And a strawberry yum! Food could be hotter, but with takeout, I realize it's probably harder to keep it warm, even though we're not very far away. Haven't sat down yet, but plan to. Looks like a nice restaurant from the outside and probably a good spot to go for a special occasion. If it weren't for the prices/serving sizes I'd order all the time. read more

To start off our service here was great! We were helped by Cam and he was great. The food was so good. We had one of the best minestrone soups here and a fantastic penne alla vodka. The ambiance is nice during lunch but seems like the place needs to be updated. Definitely recommend this place! We just moved here and i'm so happy we found our new favorite Italian restaurant. read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Penne Alla Vodka Lunch - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

NOT THE SAME QUALITY! My family has been going here for years and it keeps going downhill. This last time I went for my sister's birthday and it was a complete disaster. The service was slow and rude. When we needed something my mom asked another waitress and she said "im not your waitress" and did not help us get ours. It was crowded and we constantly had people push into us. They kept bring the wrong food to our table and then taking it back when we said we did not order that. The food took forever in general. It took a bit to get my drink and when i got it i was disappointing in the flavor of it. Seems like their soda machine is messed up so I asked for another drink. Portions have gotten smaller. Like I love the salmon dish but it always looking smaller and smaller when I get it. Like I barely had any pasta on my plate which was disappointing. They never offer any grated cheese like other tables got and we constantly how to find our server for refills. My dad's order was messed up as the waitress put in the wrong dish. We had to wait forever for him to get his food. He asked for a small pasta or something to hold him over but the waitress said that his dish will be out shortly but it took a ridiculously long amount of time. I feel like they should have done something to get him food in between as the rest of the table ate. It was extremely hot in the place as well making it uncomfortable. The price of the food and the quality of the service is not worth it anymore. read more

Been coming here for years since we moved here and prices gone up, pizza thinner and cold when get them. White pie barely any ricotta. We finally said tonight that we have to find a new pizza place. Please take review into consideration. read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Margarita pizza not the same as when we first came here 3 years ago. - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

Dining here felt like stepping into a well-crafted cabinet, everything fit, nothing wobbled, and the finish was flawless. I ordered the lamb special, and it was dialed in like a finely tuned hand plane tender, precise, and no rough edges. The seasoning was balanced, the cook spot-on, and the plating showed real attention to grain and detail. The wine list? Let's just say it's as tight as a dovetail joint elegant, intentional, and worthy of any Italian restaurant I've visited abroad. My daughter went with the veal saltimbocca, and it was a masterclass in flavor marquetry, which the veal was soft as balsa wood and the sauce rich, buttery, and smooth was the kind you don't just taste, you commit to. Be sure to grab some bread to mop up the sauce it's the edible equivalent of a shop vac. Dessert was the limoncello cream cake, topped with a caramel drizzle. A bit sweet for my taste, like a finish coat that could've used a little thinning, but still well executed and visually striking. Service? Our waiter was a true craftsman of hospitality, attentive without hovering, intuitive without intrusion. He let the evening unfold naturally, like a well-laid out workflow that doesn't need constant adjustment. If you appreciate precision, warmth, and a touch of old-world charm, this place is worth every bite. read more

I'm from the Chicago & Detroit area's where there is excellent Italian food. My wife and I have struggled to find a place in eastern or central North Carolina that comes close to the Italian diners in the Midwest. Garibaldi hands-down is the best Italian restaurant that I have been to in North Carolina and I've been to a significant amount. If you're in the mood for pizza grandmother's Pizza is also the best pizza I've had in NC. The crust and all the toppings are quality and done right. It's a small place so I'm busy nights. It may be hard to get in but the food, service, and drinks are excellent! read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Gnocchi Bolognese - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

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We came here for a celebratory dinner and it was great. Our server did well with our large group. Kitchen staff worked hard to accommodate us. I got the lobster bisque. It was very tasty. I enjoyed the house salad. The wine list was great. Complimentary bread is served with oil and herbs. This is a great restaurant in triangle. read more

We went there for lunch. There were 4 of us. We all ordered different things. It was all excellent and portions are large. Prices were extremely reasonable too. I ordered fresh cavatelli with sausage and broccolini. It was delicious. Served was so nice too. Fantastic place to go for lunch. read more

Enjoyed yet another amazing dinner here tonight with my Dad. The clams appetizer was simply amazing! I dipped my bread in that sauce after the clams were gone! They were out of escargot but our wonderful server David suggested the clams and I might've even liked them better. We also ordered the calamari which were crispy yet tender and fresh. I ordered the carbonara again and it was just as delicious as the first time I had it. My Dad went for the veal Parmesan and he cleaned his plate along with the side of spaghetti. He said it was amazing. I also had the lemoncello martini while my dad had a whiskey and my drink was perfectly sweet and tart and I had to stop myself from gulping it down. Not only is the food amazing but the staff are incredible at their jobs. David was so attentive and accommodating. This is definitely one of my favorite spots to dine in this area. Bravo! read more

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Well, I must apologize I had a semi-bad time with my to go order last night & I gave a bad review. I understand everyone has a bad night from time to time and the problem was rectified. The food was delicious, the sauces had so much depth & flavor; very well done. I will definitely be back to try more. read more

Cozy Italian inspired family run restaurant that has very welcoming people and amazing food. The soft Italian music and the decor to match compliment the place wonderfully. An excellent dining experience from all angles! Plenty of parking too. Looking to return soon. read more

Garibaldi Trattoria - Vongole (little neck clams) in white sauce - Pizza Near Me - Fuquay Varina, North Carolina

Food and service are always on point. Lasagna is meaty. The blacken chicken added to our salad was seasoned very well. read more

The food and service was great! Very nice staff. The best clams in town. The waitress was so nice. The chicken franchise was delicious.

Service was great and decor was nice but 3 AM f us ordered veal Parmesan and it was over cooked and dry. Fourthnn be person ordered pizza and said it was great. We were a little shocked that each couples bill was 89 dollars. We probably won't be back. Spending $200 for past and pizza isn't in our budget. read more

This place is a slice of heaven on earth. Phenomenal atmosphere with options to eat inside, eat in the enclosed heated patio or outside all the way under the stars. Love the staff and the service we've gotten every time. The specials are always incredible and the desserts rock too! Don't underestimate their pizza...! read more

Wonderful service and food for my wife's 70th birthday! Highly recommended, my wife and I love lasagna and the cheesecake and all other desserts are awesome! read more

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My all-time favorite Italian eatery in the FV area! The meatballs and the gnocchi are to die for! My husband and I have only done take-out, but that does not change their quality. Cooked to perfection every time! And I do not have any photos of what we order since I tend to start eating before I get a chance. :p read more

So the service was spectacular and the atmosphere was nice. The grandma's pizza was very nice. Unfortunately, the tortellini with beef tips was "eh" at best. The sauce was very weak and watery. At almost 30 bucks for the plate, it was a disappointment. We also had the seafood pasta, which unfortunately again, was pretty tasteless with a watery, under flavored sauce. read more

this review is mostly praising the service. we had david as our server and he was very attentive & friendly. he checked up on us quite frequently although the restaurant was almost packed and brought out our food right after it was made. i wouldn't have bothered leaving a review if it werent for him lol this guy is the best server i've had at any restaurant food 7/10 good portions, taste was as expected service 10/10 very happy i am only here to visit family. next time i come to nc i will likely eat here again read more

I am from NYC and have been looking for good food here in NC. I figured I would give Garibaldi a shot. Well, I went with something simple for the test. I ordered takeout pizza with mushrooms, it was really good! They used fresh mushrooms, so that was a plus! The manager and staff were lovely! I will be going back to try other options. read more

An amazing place to dine! Found this place a few months ago after church! Service is top notch! Food delicious, my favorite spot in Fuquay! read more