They delivered a pizza where half of it was missing the ingredients. They gave me a $4 refund on a…read more$27 pizza. Also, their stuffed mushrooms aren't stuffed with anything.

I'm not a pizza person (I know I know boooo) but I do love chicken parm and shrimp parm. I live in…read morethe neighborhood so this is my go to spot when I want to treat myself. The portion is huge and flavorful, the staff is friendly and the wait is never anything over 15 mins. Perfect for parm in a hurry.

Wow! I've lived in the area for more than 40 years, and this was my family's first time trying…read moreGiovanni's. I honestly can't believe we waited this long! As soon as you walk in, you're greeted by such friendly and welcoming staff. I absolutely loved the atmosphere of the restaurant, it has such authentic Italian vibes that make you feel like you've stepped right into Italy. I highly recommend making a reservation, especially on weekends, as it can get pretty busy. I also loved seeing the owner personally go around to each table to check on the customers. That personal touch really made the experience feel special. And the food... phenomenal! There's a great selection of dishes on the menu, and you can truly taste the love and care that goes into every plate. Everything was bursting with flavor and absolutely delicious. If you're in the Park Slope area, I highly recommend stopping by Giovanni's and giving it a try. It's definitely become one of my new favorite Italian restaurants!

Really enjoyed this neighborhood spot. It can get quite busy on the weekends, we were definitely…read morepacked in between a few tables on our Friday night, so I recommend making reservations. It can get a bit loud too. The lemon curd ravioli was incredible, definitely worth sharing with friends. The veal entree was also super flavorful - I loved the crispy yet soft inside potatoes. Wasn't super impressed by the chicken Parmesean, it was massive, but just not as unique as the other dishes. Great spot to take someone for a special celebration!

There used to be a website called F*that's delicious, and that's what I thought of after eating…read morehere for the first time! Sooooo good- spaghetti carbonara was unbelievable. Everything was a 10 out of 10 (food, service, etc)

My family and I went to Vinny's of Carroll Gardens for brunch after church, and unfortunately it…read morewas one of the worst dining experiences we've had. We ordered the meat lasagna, chicken parmigiana, and chicken Marsala with penne in vodka sauce. The meat lasagna was completely inedible--it honestly tasted like dog food. The chicken parmigiana portion was surprisingly small, and the chicken Marsala was so watered down that it lacked any real flavor. We politely sent the lasagna back untouched after tasting it and asked for the check. When the waiter brought the bill, he refused to remove the lasagna from it. He explained that the restaurant is under new management and that the previous owner had sold the business. While they may still be using the Vinny's name, the quality of the food no longer reflects the reputation that name once had. I was willing to pay for the meals that my son and I actually ate, even though they were disappointing. However, the manager insisted on charging us for the lasagna that we returned because it was inedible. Very disappointing experience. We won't be returning, and I hope the new management improves both the quality of the food and the way they handle customer concerns.

It's my first time at the new location and it is as amazing as I remember the original. More space…read moremore options and still delish food , excellent service and cozy ambiance. Olive oil cake is a must to finish the night.

Nice atmosphere, good for snacks and drinks, a bit pricey for a full meal. The fried pizza with…read morepotato chips and pancetta was delicious, and we shared the brussels, green beans, and fries. Everything was solid, and the staff were kind. I liked the lighting and vibe inside, it's a great spot for hanging out for a drink. They have cute little postcards you can take home by the bathroom, a detail I always love.

Love, love, love their cacio e pepe! So much so that I asked if they sold the sauce lol. It's…read morereally delicious and even my daughter who was a little skeptical because of the pepper found it to be yummy and will constantly ask if we can go back. I am also a big fan of their soft serve. Great place, friendly staff!

This review is for their soft serve. The raspberry chocolate one to be specific. It's delicious!!!!…read moreIt did not taste like artificial raspberry flavor (cough syrup). Very smooth raspberry and chocolate taste with crunchy bits of chocolate pieces. Yum!

Food: we got the veal, rigatoni pasta, eggplant, and meatballs. i enjoyed the eggplant and veal…read more flavor was there and very juicy. pasta was okay, meatball was a bit soggy but overall very good Service: AMAZING we came hour before closing and they were very accommodating, even let us put our bikes inside. Oscar was a great waiter and brought us bread, even though they stopped making it Ambiance: casual, has a bar too

This review is mostly for their private catering service services, which is held on the top floor…read moreof the restaurant. I was invited to attend a private service here (for a repast). It feels a little strange for me to write this review, given I was there for a bigger purpose. However, it's still a restaurant that serves food and I have opinions, so I guess this review is still appropriate. I would say this place comfortably seats 50 people. The food was good and they also have options for coffee/tea and an open bar. My favorite items were the garden salad and baked salmon dish. The staff were also very friendly and efficient throughout the event. Given that this location is only a three minute walk from the church that I was attending service for, I think it's a great option for anyone that wants to host post church related events. The stairs are pretty steep though so I don't think it's ADA accessible. However, maybe there was an elevator that I may have missed . I'm not too sure.

Camillo is a recent discovery for me and my family. I've been curious about this place for years,…read morebut somehow I've never had the chance to try it until recently. Clearly, I have been missing out. Camillo is a wonderful, welcoming place with great food and an amazing selection of Negronis. Named after Count Camillo Negroni[1], the man who allegedly invented the negroni cocktail in 1919, Camillo offers a variety of classic Italian cocktails, spritzes, vermouth, amari, local beer and wines on tap. The negroni menu alone is worth the visit: nine variations, many centered around unexpected spirits and local ingredients (one features mezcal, another artichoke liqueur). If, like me, you love a negroni, you will be in heaven here. The space is done up in an utterly charming mix of exposed brick, tiled floors, and wood-paneled ceilings -- equally suited to a first date or a rowdy group dinner. Old-fashioned hanging lamps and beveled mirrors add warmth, and the white marble bar up front is arguably the best seat in the house. For starters, we tried the fegatini (chicken liver pâté with grape marmalade), which were excellent. The Carciofi alla Giudia (fried whole artichokes with fresh mint) are a quintessential Roman dish; don't skip them! The Insalata Mista (baby lettuce, almonds, ricotta salata, orange, and anchovy vinaigrette) is wonderfully flavorful and refreshing. The heart of the menu is the pinsa: pizza's ancient Roman predecessor, born centuries before Neapolitans ever thought to combine tomatoes and mozzarella. Kneaded into wonky ovals and historically topped with herbs, the flatbread was so central to Roman life that Virgil wove it into the Aeneid. At Camillo, chef Michele Baldacci makes his pinsa with a proprietary blend of rice, wheat, and soy flours, left to ferment for over 48 hours. The result is crunchier and chewier than a typical Neapolitan round (somewhere between Rome's thin crust style and focaccia-like pizza al taglio) with a slightly nutty flavor and a crust sturdy enough to handle a generous pile of toppings. We tried the Salsiccia e Broccoli (pork sausage, broccoli rabe, tomatoes, mozzarella): The sausage does a beautiful job of mellowing the bitterness of the rabe. I loved the thin, crispy crust. The menu also features the brilliant Romana pinsa, split down the middle: Half Amatriciana (spicy tomato sauce and pork jowl), half cacio e pepe (black pepper and sage). A clever way to pay homage to two of Rome's most iconic pasta dishes at once. For pasta, the Gnocchi alla Romana (sliced semolina gnocchi, tomatoes, parmigiano; add pork sausage for $2) are a winner. The fresh pappardelle with Coda alla Vaccinara (oxtail and beef cheeks braised with red wine, tomatoes, and cloves) is a dense, soul-satisfying Roman classic; the ragu clings to those wide, fresh noodles beautifully. If you're particularly hungry, for a main course try the Abbacchio alla Romana: a traditional Roman recipe of goat roasted with rosemary and white wine, served with polenta and Swiss chard. This unctuous dish is as flavorful as it is rich. If you prefer seafood, the Baccalà (fresh Icelandic wild cod roasted with tomatoes, olives, capers, mashed potatoes, and fresh oregano) is fantastic. For dessert, the Tiramisù is always a winner, but I found the Biddrina Gelato of amaretto and orange absolutely amazing. If you want to linger a little longer, the affogato (Italian espresso poured over vanilla ice cream) is a lovely way to end the night, especially with a shot of their house-made amari on the side. Come with family, come with friends, come to celebrate a birthday, or come with a date: Camillo will surprise you. --------------------------- [1] Fun fact: the postcard they give you with your check is that count Camillo Negroni's ID. Under "Employment", the count wrote: "Well off".

Finding a solid Italian restaurant in Brooklyn can be surprisingly hard -- especially when you're…read moretrying not to fall into the Williamsburg hype trap. I was genuinely excited when we discovered this spot, a little sister restaurant to a bar my husband already loves, and conveniently close by. We came with a friend and were ready to order broadly and really test the menu. Food: 4/5 We started with chili toast and arancini (RT). I'll be honest -- the arancini wasn't my favorite. It leaned very heavy on the cheese, and it felt a bit much appetite-wise right at the start. For mains, we ordered the gnocchi, oxtail pappardelle, and a pizza, which turned out to be the perfect amount of food for three people. The gnocchi was a standout -- surprisingly one of the best my husband has ever had, which says a lot coming from an Italian restaurant. I personally loved the oxtail pappardelle; rich, comforting, and well-balanced. The pizza is a generous size and definitely shareable. You could eat it yourself, but it's much better as a group order. For dessert, my husband and friend went all in with the olive oil cake and limoncello, both of which they loved. I tried the tiramisu, but it leaned too creamy for me and didn't have enough espresso flavor. I ended up switching to a strawberry sorbet, which was light, refreshing, and a nice way to end the meal. Service & Vibe: 5/5 The experience overall felt relaxed and enjoyable, a great place to bring friends and linger over food. Nothing felt rushed, and the atmosphere worked well for a long dinner with wine (or tea, in my case). All in all, our total came out to around $200, including wine, tea, and desserts. Not cheap, but honestly not bad for Brooklyn, and definitely not shocking by New York standards. I'd absolutely come back. The pasta and pizza were strong, and if you're a gnocchi lover, this is a must-order. Just be warned, some dishes are very rich, so maybe not ideal if you're trying to avoid heavier foods. But if you're here for comfort and flavor, this place delivers.

I almost feel guilty leaving a not-so-good review because Be Pasta tries hard to create a unique…read moreexperience.... But it just doesn't work for me. SO much verbiage accompanies every single dish that it's a bit exhausting. For example, there's no wine list available; you *have* to order wine via an extended conversation about your emotional mood. Every single piece of food requires three paragraphs of explanation about the unique sourcing of ingredients, the preparation and what's important to them (the cook, sommelier and host). The "Neighbor's Grass" salad ($26) was accompanied by a 5-minute explanation of every ingredient ("20 vegetables and herbs"!) and preparation ("each vegetable cut by hand, not machines"!), but honestly, it just didn't taste all that good. In the end, the food was not worth all the verbiage and high prices.

From the menu, to the service, to the food, what a unique and thoughtful place. The outdoor seating…read moreis so lovely and heated (!) but very cramped. The service was excellent, the waiter took the time to explain the idea of the restaurant, the menu, and each dish. The food was outstanding, the pasta was perfectly cooked, the sauces were complex and delicious, and the wine selection is great.