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    Geoffrey's Malibu

    3.9 (3.9k reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    GEOFFREY'S MALIBU ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Romantic
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Amy N.

    Cute place to grab breakfast/brunch with a view in the heart of Malibu. We tried: jumbo coconut shrimp & lobster cobb salad this time. Jumbo coconut shrimp was probably the best coconut shrimp I've had. The lobster Cobb was also very good- a simple salad with fresh lobster on top. Valet parking only it's easy to miss the entrance. You might want to pay extra attention when you get close.

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    Cheryl R.

    This seaside restaurant has incredible ocean views. We've always had great food here, but on this visit it missed a beat. We've never seen it as busy as this visit and I will show them grace as they were completely full with graduates. Service by Austin and his associates was polished. My food was especially disappointing. The crab cake on the Benedict was flat as a pancake and barely warm, so were the roasted potatoes. The accompanying fruit was fresh. The salmon looked amazing, as did the scallops. Chicken piccata was a bit dry and didn't have much lemony flavor. This is a great location for a special occasion, but I'll keep in mind the possibility of a crowd affecting food quality.

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    Persia E.

    The appeal of Geoffrey's is the view that makes all your problems dissolve, and the buzz of comforting chatter. My party had made a reservation and had to wait about 15 minutes to be seated, which we spent at the bar. For such an upscale restaurant, the bar was underwhelming and had limited chairs. Highlights included a phenomenal lychee martini and the bread. May be a bit unfair of a rating, because other members of my party enjoyed their mains. As for mine, the paella was visually beautiful, but it did not taste as I expected. One unexpected moment was when my waiter lost my credit card. Although they tried to remedy the situation, it was very unprofessional, especially because I was traveling, and it put me out a bit. All in all, a decent evening, but the low points tend to linger longer than the high ones. I wouldn't rush back.

    Diane K.

    I went to Geoffrey's Malibu for brunch with my ex-boyfriend on Sunday March 19th, 2023. Before that, I had lunch here with my parents on June 13th, 2022 for Father's Day. And before that, I think I had visited here once a very long time ago. "At the beach, life is different. Time doesn't move hour to hour but mood to moment. We live by the currents, plan by the tides and follow the sun." - Sandy Gingras I love Malibu. I always love going to the beach, and I think I've been to Malibu more than 50 times. My ex-boyfriend used to live in Malibu. His house was right in front of Malibu Beach with a beautiful ocean view. He made a reservation at Geoffrey's Malibu and sent me an invitation link for Sunday brunch. Oh yeah... Geoffrey's Malibu is one of my favorite restaurants. Who doesn't love an ocean view? Haha. We also had a family brunch here last year on Father's Day. Geoffrey's is still the best, especially on a beautiful, clear, sunny day in Malibu. I had the seafood paella and a cappuccino, and my boyfriend had an omelette and a mimosa. The paella portion was very large, but honestly it wasn't that tasty. But the ocean view is absolutely lovely. (3/19/2023 - Sunday Brunch) I also came here with my parents for a Father's Day celebration. We had lunch here on Monday, June 13th, 2022. I took a day off that day, and it turned out to be such a great day. The view and the music created a wonderful ambiance. The atmosphere was perfect. The ocean view and the short walk to the beach were amazing. I especially loved the ocean-view seating. My dad had the crab cake eggs benedict, my mom had the tofu salad, and I had the chicken piccata with a strawberry lemonade. All of the food was good, but honestly I think the chicken piccata at The Cheesecake Factory is better. Oh... and the dessert, crème brûlée, was so good. This place is great for an upscale lunch or dinner with a beautiful ocean view. It was such a lovely time. (6/13/2022 - Monday Lunch) These are the reviews I originally wrote on my Instagram at the time. cf) My ex-boyfriend lived in Malibu with a beautiful ocean view, but sadly his house was destroyed in the wildfire in January 2025. He also passed away in October last year. It was an incredibly difficult time for me. I cried a lot, and for a long time I couldn't even look at the names of the restaurants we had visited together. It made me emotional and very sad. This is another place that holds many memories of my ex-boyfriend. Geoffrey's Malibu, along with Moon shadows, holds so many memories with my ex-boyfriend. Moon shadows was especially close to his house, so we went there very often. Sadly, it burned down due to the wildfire in January 2025. It's really heartbreaking to think about.

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    Johana P.

    Geoffrey's keeps its reputation for a reason. Everything from their service, food and of course, their view is outstanding. We had a beautiful time celebrating a family birthday where we had Angela as our waitress. She was so kind and made us feel so comfortable. We ordered the sea bass, sword fish and New York steak. All tasted delicious!

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    Rochelle M.

    When our kids are home for the holidays, they always choose a place to take us for brunch. They have great memories coming to Geoffrey's since they were toddlers so it's quite nostalgic for them. Needless to say, the husband and I were so happy that they chose Geoffrey's this year. With the recent rain we were a bit worried that it would be too wet or overcast. It was not! It turned out to be an absolutely perfect sunny, clear day. It seems that many people were worried about the weather as well because the place stayed fairly empty for our entire visit. We have not had this experience for years. The menu has remained consistent -- we all selected our favorites. It was all quite delicious although everyone agreed that the rosemary rolls have gotten smaller and a bit denser. Marcie was our server -- she was exceptional. She anticipated our needs and handled the smallest details. With no crowd, fantastic weather and the glistening ocean as the backdrop -- we had an absolutely beautiful time!

    Scallops and risotto ( I dream of this dish lol)
    Tara R.

    Geoffrey's has been a special occasion go to for 30+ years and never disappoints. The food is amazing, the Malibu location is so beautiful it feels like a mini vacation and the service is always on point. My husband took me for my birthday last week and it was wonderful. We ordered past favorites- starting with their delicious tuna tartare and sharing the scallops and risotto along with the lobster cobb. If you haven't tried it- you are missing out big time.

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    Mackenzie M.

    Such an amazing sunset view. I loved the way they have the tables hugging the mountain for optimal views. The food was amazing. The staff was also great. The scallops were great. The oysters were good but seemed like it was just one variety. There was no description of where the oysters were from. The coconut shrimp was also great. The ahi tuna was good but we wish it came with more than 3 wanton crackers.

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    Mollie P.

    A wonderful place to go for Valentine's Day! They were VERY busy for the holiday. Had a pre fixe menu and a 2 hour time limit. Valet was included in the price! Absolutely beautiful restaurant. The service was phenomenal, Jackie was so attentive and kind. Food tasted great! Felt so romantic and intimate, would definitely come back to try their regular menu.

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    Ryan M.

    My wife and I went to Geoffrey's for a Valentine's Day brunch. The service was amazing-- our sever was attentive, kind, and very friendly. He made us feel very welcome and was the best part of our experience. The ambiance and view was also great -- an ocean view with lots of plants and greenery was a very pleasant setting for a Saturday lunch. The food was not very good at all -- we got the tuna tartare, which was ok. A little bit too much sauce and the tuna wasn't very fresh tasting. I got the Chilean sea bass, which was also just ok. The fish wasn't very high quality and the pineapple on top tasted like it was from a can. My wife got the filet mignon with Chimichurri sauce. The filet was really bad -- it tasted boiled. The Chimichurri sauce was more of an oil than a Chimichurri -- you could get something much better from the local grocery store. For something with such a high price point and pristine location, you'd expect the food to be a looooot better.

    Steak is incredibly overdone - cook didn't remake it when he remade the eggs that had a ton of shells in them... absurd.
    Frank P.

    Honestly one of the worst experiences I've ever had with completely awful food. I refused to eat here again after our first time here, but my girlfriend is more forgiving and tried to give them a second (and recently to my dismay, a 3rd...) chance. This is the final straw for the both of us. Her last time she ate there (this past week), there were literal pieces of shell in her eggs (pic below). The steak was made medium well instead of medium rare as requested and after she showed them the eggs with shells in it, along with the overcooked steak, instead of recooking both the steak and eggs, they only recooked the eggs. She noted that her avocado had some strange artificial lemon flavor added to it that made it unappetizing. The pico de gallo lacked flavor altogether. Upon this ridiculous mishap messing up the steak preparation and shells in the eggs, you'd think they would offer something as a condolence to this, but they shockingly offered nothing, which was pretty bewildering. There are a ton of great places around the Malibu area, this one should be AVOIDED at all costs, as they clearly only care about your money and not about the experience you have dining with them. We won't be returning again. PERIOD.

    I an always a fan of dessert this apple pie with ice cream was light and tasty.
    Dianna S.

    Wow what a view! I highly recommend this restaurant. The food was delicious and service was great. My first time in Malibu and highly recommend.

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    Nikki H.

    Title: Extremely Disappointed After 20 Years of Loyalty As a local and loyal customer of Geoffrey's for over 20 years, I've celebrated countless milestones here with family and friends. However, my experience today, on my own birthday, was deeply disappointing. This was the first time a birthday celebration was planned for me at Geoffrey's, and sadly, it turned out to be a disaster. We were seated at an uncomfortable table with minimal ocean views and heavy foot traffic from the waitstaff. When we noticed a better table available, we politely asked to be moved but were told it was being held for a party of five. That party later turned out to be a group of three, waiting on two more guests. When the table next to us opened, we asked again, but it was given to a tourist family instead. Despite asking multiple times, no effort was made to accommodate us. We brought our concerns to the manager, Sharon, several times. Each time we were met with excuses instead of solutions. For a restaurant that has built its name on exceptional service, this was incredibly disheartening. We waited over an hour for our food, while the table seated well after us was served before us. When we asked why, the manager said we had ordered too many appetizers, which was simply not true. We had only ordered one watermelon salad and had specifically told our waiter to place the order right away since the children were hungry. Later, we were told the delay was because my salmon had to be remade. The explanations were inconsistent and dismissive. We ordered pasta and chicken for the kids, my salmon, and French toast. The food was good and helped offset the experience slightly, but it did not make up for the poor service and lack of hospitality. What was most disappointing was that after everything, nothing was done to acknowledge my birthday or make the experience feel special. Not even a dessert was offered or comped. When I mentioned that I would likely leave a Yelp review, the manager simply said, "Go ahead and Yelp," with a dismissive tone that showed zero care for guest satisfaction. As someone who works in hospitality and understands ADA and fire hazard protocols, I was particularly disturbed by the excuses given for denying a simple table change. I hesitated to write this review because of how many wonderful experiences I have had here in the past, but this one cannot be ignored. Management needs to be reevaluated. The level of service we received today does not align with the standards Geoffrey's was once known for. At this point, I don't think I would go back. And to my Malibu family, we may need to reconsider this place altogether.

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    Ask the Community - Geoffrey's Malibu

    Corkage fees in 2024?

    $35

    Whaler is the best lunch table out of the sun with an ocean view?

    I would say yes! I'm sure you can request from the pictures on their website where you would like to be seated.

    Do they have sweet potato fries?

    No. They don't.

    Are there any vegetarian appetizers and dishes?

    Yes they are.

    What time is lunch served?

    After 11 am

    Can I bring my dog with me?

    I believe so, there is outside seating. Most of the restaurant is outside.

    Do u have high chairs for toddlers?

    i think so

    How do you get a table with an ocean view/ seaside table?

    Once you place your reservation by online or phone let them know you want to reserve a table by the ocean view and they definitely will accommodate you

    What is the usual attire here? How dressy is too dressy short of a prom dress......lol

    I saw a couple of dudes in shorts, and I wore ripped jeans with heels at dinner time so I would say semi formal if you want. Place is nice but the fancy part would be the check so you don't need a long dress just a fat wallet lol

    What vegan options are there? Someone please let me know...... thank you! Specific dishes? Thanks again......

    The Miso Braised Tofu I guess is vegan. I had that and it was pretty good.

    What is the price range? The menu in the website doesn't have prices

    If you go to the Yelp site and look at all pictures and then single out "menu photo's" you can get an idea of the cost per item. Apps start at about $18 and go to $22, Dinner items start at $29 for miso braised tofu and go to $94 for surf and turf… Read more

    How much is the valet at night?

    Today for lunch it's posted to be $12.00 - added to your bill

    Is there like a dress code or can you go in causal?

    We wore hiking gear

    How much do they charge for a bottle of Dom or Moët?

    A lot! We brought our own Moet and paid corkage. You are allowed 2 bottles per table. I think corkage is around 30-40

    Are they still pet friendly even during COVID 19?

    Yes

    Do you need to make a reservation?

    It is highly recommended.

    Can you wear flip flops?

    I wore sparkly ones

    How is free Parking in Geoffrey's restaruant malibu?

    1) Find free street parking on either side of PCH and walk 2) Pull right up and Valet for $10

    Do they have happy hour?

    Not that I know of...

    What's the best spot to sit to enjoy the view?

    In the back left corner of the outdoor dining area.

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    Broad Street Oyster Company

    Broad Street Oyster Company

    4.2(1.8k reviews)
    5.0 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Catering service

    I have seen the parking lot at Broad Street Oyster Company, and I have understood something about…read morethe human condition that I did not wish to understand. The eating area, arranged beneath a structure of synthetic thatch like some fever dream of escape, sits adjacent to Tesla charging stations where affluent people quarrel over electrons and destiny--a perfect metaphor for our age, where even leisure becomes a negotiation with scarcity. Inside, a vast cavern of unused space echoes with the ghosts of pre-pandemic hope, a monument to the restaurant's own failed ambitions, while outside we are given a number on a pager, reduced to digits, stripped of our names and our dignity. The uni spaghetti arrives like a strange prophecy, incomprehensible and wrong, while the lobster roll--that ancient promise of the Atlantic--collapses into mediocrity under the weight of Malibu's indifferent gaze. The staff moves through this theater with the self-absorption of performers who have forgotten their audience exists, their relationships with one another more vivid than any connection to the guests they serve. Even the French fries, perfect and golden, cannot redeem what has been lost here--the idea that a meal might mean something. The iced tea is perfectly standard. When you go, order the burger, which is better than it has any right to be.

    First time at Broad Street Oyster Co. Fantastic Connecticut Lobster Roll & Fries - 5 star!!! Warm…read morebuttery roll, delicious lobster meat, and great fries to boot! Totally will go back, when in Malibu Country Mart. Oh, saw Gene Simmons of KISS walking around there too. What a BONUS!!

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    Neptune's Net - Fish and Shrimp Combo

    Neptune's Net

    3.4(2.3k reviews)
    11.2 mi
    $$

    March 22, 2026 | Malibu | While a friend was in town, he introduced me to Neptune's Net! I had…read moreheard about this restaurant for years & was excited to dine here! Friendly customer service, tasty food, casual place, beach across the street and plenty of parking, love it! Fish & Shrimp Combo | Both are quite flavorful, as well as plentiful! The fish was tender, and seasoned well! I also enjoyed the shrimp!! I would easily get this combo again! I thought the portion was huge, depends on how hungry you are, easily shareable for me! The fries were tasty too! I skipped the slaw, because I'm not into coleslaw! Drinks | Huge selection of drinks! We combined watermelon water w/passionfruit drink with coconut water, it was delicious, as well as refreshing! Seating | Inside & outside! Customer | Friendly with a smile & helpful with the menu! Other customers sitting near us were friendly here as well! The place was packed and I was happy we found a table! Parking | Free & plentiful! Restrooms | When we arrived, I wanted to wash my hands! Saw an open, partially covered porta potty style bathroom; went inside of the restaurant instead & asked if there was a restroom inside. No; I went back outside & I was able to wash my hands at the sink. A guy nearby heard my friend and I talking & jokingly asked if I had ever been to the beach. Funny guy! I live by the beach; go inside of my place when nature calls or if I need to wash my hands. I'm just not used to this style of restroom. Outside | Right across the street is the beach! Be careful crossing the street, as it's PCH! We saw plenty of surfers enjoying the waves, enjoyed the gorgeous sunset, as well as the rest of the view! I even saw a few gorgeous flowers! Overall | It was nice finally trying a bite at Neptune's Net! I'm looking forward to returning and exploring more of the menu!

    Been wanting to come here for years. What a let down…read more The fries straight up sucked. The shrimp was below average the fish was not bad tender decent taste but that was about it.. oh and the beer was cold but for the price we paid definitely not worth it.

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    La Nena Cantina - Ceviche Tasting

    La Nena Cantina

    4.5(71 reviews)
    2.3 mi

    I never knew of any cute cantinas around Malibu and stumbled across this one on Opentable. Went in…read morewith reservations and we were seated right away with excellent service. The only thing is they told us that the hours on Google are wrong so they were going to close very soon. I would call and ask prior to visiting. Luckily, they served us very quickly and were very kind!! The food was DELICIOUS. Everyone left very satisfied and happy. My vegan taco was something that I still think about to this day. Very flavorful and unique. The staff was amazing too-- they made sure that we had the best experience possible. I recommend this spot to my friends anytime they need good food and drinks in Malibu! I'll be back soon!

    La Nena Cantina Visited: March 8, 2026…read more This was my first time trying La Nena Cantina, and I was pleasantly surprised. Even though we kept it simple and only ordered the nachos, they were very good and packed with flavor. The nachos were $15, and we added beef for $6, bringing the food total to $21. They were topped with carne asada, beans, a small side of guacamole, and a generous amount of finely chopped jalapeño, which gave the whole dish a really nice kick. The setting is also a big plus. The restaurant sits in a beautiful spot in Malibu with nice views of the surrounding hills, which makes it a great place to relax and enjoy a casual meal. Service is the only reason this doesn't quite make it to five stars. Everyone we interacted with was very friendly, but the staff just wasn't attentive enough. Our table went quite a while without water, and when I ordered a fountain soda ($4) it took long enough that I eventually had to flag down another server walking by to ask for it. All in all, the food was very good and the location is excellent. Our total for the nachos with beef and a soda came to $27.49 with tax, which is about what you'd expect in Malibu. Despite the minor service issues, I'd definitely come back and try more from the menu next time.

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    The Sunset Restaurant - (photo/video by Ins @foodie.skye)

    The Sunset Restaurant

    3.8(2.1k reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$$
    Happy hour specials
    Large group friendly

    Cute beach spot with really good food overall. The burrata was delicious and fresh with a nice…read morebalsamic drizzle. The grilled octopus was also excellent, tender, flavorful, and cooked perfectly over the creamy base and tomatoes. The clams on the half shell weren't really for me. The texture and larger size just wasn't my favorite. I'll stick with oysters next time. Kettle One martinis were good and strong. Staff was friendly and accommodating, especially since we had our two dogs with us. They originally wanted to seat us on the patio, which is literally on the sand. Cute idea, but it was a little chilly and the tables felt very close together, so we chose to sit inside near the bar area instead. Only minor issue was that we could see our drinks sitting ready at the bar for a while before they made it to our table. Nothing major, just noticeable. Also worth noting: valet parking only. Overall, a great little beachside spot with solid food, good drinks, and a relaxed vibe.

    We visited Sunset Restaurant expecting a fun beachside dining experience comparable to places like…read moreThe Beachcomber at Crystal Cove -- elevated beach food, good cocktails, and an atmosphere that feels worth the premium prices. Unfortunately, only the prices lived up to that expectation. The biggest disappointment was discovering that the restaurant's much-talked-about lobster and shrimp tacos are no longer even on the menu. We settled for the fish tacos, which arrived overcooked, dry, bland, and somehow cold at the same time. The one thing my dining partner and I did enjoy were the sweet potato fries, which ended up being the highlight of the meal. The "famous" $40 sangria carafe was another letdown -- overwhelmingly sweet, more like fruit punch than an actual sangria, and surprisingly lacking the kind of balanced, boozy flavor you'd expect from a tourist beach restaurant charging those prices. The atmosphere also felt tired and past its prime rather than lively or charming, and while not entirely the restaurant's fault, being seated next to a table of five very energetic six-year-olds didn't exactly improve the experience. What should have been the perfect ending to a beautiful beach day instead left us feeling disappointed, sad, and honestly a little ripped off.

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    Nobu Malibu

    Nobu Malibu

    3.8(3.5k reviews)
    5.8 mi
    $$$$

    Dining at Nobu Malibu is exactly what you expect when you want something indulgent, elevated, and…read morehonestly a little bit excessive in the best way possible. Everything felt curated. The ocean view, the energy, the pacing of the meal. It is the kind of place my fiancé in finance and I go when we want to remind ourselves why we work so hard. We started with the Yellowtail Jalapeño which was impossibly fresh with this delicate citrus brightness and just enough heat to feel intentional, not overwhelming. The Black Cod Miso was, of course, perfection. Silky, buttery, slightly sweet with that caramelized glaze that just dissolves. It is the kind of dish you pause for. The Rock Shrimp Tempura was crisp and addictive with that creamy spicy coating that somehow feels both light and indulgent. And the Wagyu tacos were tiny but deeply rich, almost decadent in a way that makes you laugh a little when you realize how quickly they disappear. But the moment for me was the pour of Louis XIII Cognac. The aroma alone is stunning. Warm dried fruits, soft vanilla, toasted oak, and this subtle floral note that feels almost romantic. When you taste it, it unfolds slowly. Hints of fig, honey, spice, and this deep almost nutty richness that lingers forever. It is unbelievably smooth, almost silky, and the finish just stays with you in the most elegant way. Yes it is expensive. Obviously. But it is also flawless. If you understand luxury, if you appreciate detail, if you want to feel taken care of in a way that feels effortless, this is it.

    OUTSTANDING, OUTSTANDING, OUTSTANDING. We just want to say a big Thank you to MIGUEL for his…read moreoutstanding service. It was our first time at Nobu, and Miguel made the experience 5 stars. He was on top of everything, warm, welcoming, friendly and informative. He shines hospitality, knows all things Nobu, and you can tell he loves working there. (How is he not a server yet??) When you go to Nobu, if you want outstanding service, ask for MIGUEL.

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    Spruzzo Restaurant & Bar - Vegan zucchini pasta - epic!

    Spruzzo Restaurant & Bar

    3.9(666 reviews)
    2.9 mi
    $$

    We went here for a graduation lunch and overall the food was really good. Our appetizers came out…read morequickly, and the restaurant itself is very nice. That said the service felt a bit uneven. There were a few large party tables, and it seemed like the staff was more focused on them than on our party. We were seated outside at the farthest tables so I'm not sure if that played a role, but we had to ask multiple times for water refills and waited quite a while before being able to order. At one point we even had to get up and find someone after waiting about 20 minutes. The food timing was also a little off other tables that arrived after us were served first, and some of our plates came out a bit colder than expected. I do understand it was a busy graduation day with large groups, so things may have been more hectic than usual. One other concern was the outdoor seating. While the space itself is nice, the chairs didn't look properly cleaned, and some guests unfortunately didn't notice bird droppings until after sitting down, which ended up getting on clothing. I would consider going back because the food was good, but probably not during busy times or with a large group, and I'd hope the outdoor seating is better maintained next time.

    Went for the view of point dume! The rooftop was beautiful and we were happy to sit outside with…read morethe ocean breeze. It was a little chilly, so our server was able to bring over a heater and start the fire. Our service was good, and helpful. They boxed our leftovers up for us and made sure we had what we wanted throughout the meal. The food was fine. Not authentic Italian but filling after a long day. The prices were fair and we got to take half of our meals home.

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