Easy to find Service was awesome…read moreAmbiance was beautiful and clean Bread is out of this world Food was amazing Highly recommend

the food the ambiance and staff are all top tier. I have never had better pasta and the bread…read moresticks omg

Popped in on our way home from Toronto. Food was good, service was average. Seemed server needed…read morehelp, too many tables for one person to carry.

First class service, quaint atmosphere and delicious food. I would highly recommend this for groups…read moreof 6 or less. Not very big but amazing nonetheless.

Very friendly and sandwiches are fresh and delicious! Def going back to try more sandwiches. 10/10read more

Excellent sandwich. Stop here pick up your picnic. Head over to George George park and eat under a…read moretree by the pond. Soooo good Bathrooms a short walk away.

Delicious food, great service and just an overall great experience!…read more Also, if you want a fun experience take a pasta making class! It was a blast!!

I've been dreaming about this place ever since I came a few months ago. Small place but the food is…read moreabsolutely amazing. Felt like I was in Rome again eating with the locals. The pasta is fresh and the price really can't be beat. I ordered the fettuccine Alfredo with chicken and yes it's not your traditional Roman dish, but the flavors are phenomenal. The service is also great. The owner came out to introduce himself and talk about Rome so that's always great. I can't wait to try more from here!

This restaurant is my wife's favorite restaurant. We have been coming there for years.I had her…read moremake the original reservation with Lisa for 17. The restaurant shut down, and my plan was to add 7 additional close friends. Lisa, the Manager was very helpful adding the additional (7) close friends. We had (1) server Michelle & a support staff. The food was a 10 of 10, the service was a 10 of 10, my wife was so happy that it was the best birthday she ever had, thanks to Lisa & her staff. Please note the additional 7 was added 3-days before Saturday. Thanks to DaFrancesco & staff.

As the 680th Yelp review, understandably the DF dining experience has been thoroughly described…read moreand personal testimony recorded. Adding our recent pov if it might assist any others new to DF. It was our first time dining at their new location (on the west side of Van Dyke, formerly on the east side in a much simpler space). Clearly folks love it! DF has innumerable exuberant fans. "in crowd", Jam packed on an early Thursday evening. We appreciated being politely greeted and seated at our reservation time and were directed to the back room. It was rollicking at full capacity. Tables full of dinners, birthday celebrations and youngsters blabbing, showing off. The room was annoyingly loud. Installation of sound absorbing acoustical ceiling tiles could likely help excessive noise. We appreciated being seated in a booth which was more private than seated at an open table amongst "the crowd". A DF booth is a good place to sit only with your spouse, or date. They're small, you'll make close eye contact, touch each other's feet and nearly your knees under the table. We were promptly and politely served gourmet quality bread. We inquired about, then ordered two glasses of house wine -- note, it should accurately be described as children's juice box drink. Our dinner salad was fresh and delicious as were our Italian style chicken dishes. DF also serves delicious pasta with meat sauce after salad and before entree. Everything was well prepared and tastefully presented. Support staff helpful clearing dishes along the way. Portions generous -- nice bringing leftovers home for next day lunch.

The Food is out standing, good portions. Service is great the waiter kept checking to see if we…read moreneeded or wanted anything. The Restaurant is decorated Really nice. Very clean. Plenty of Parking. Handicap accessible. I recommend this restaurant to all my friends and family. No one ever disappointed.

2020-10-30 TestaBarra. Macomb, Mi…read more The first time we came here was for their happy hour, tonight we came for dinner. Menu are both physical and virtual via QR code to access their website menu. There is definitely too much to talk about here so be sure to look at my pics as I've provided a quick summary in the captions. J Baldwin's famous calamari. After receiving the dish, I think I've had it before at J Baldwin's in Clinton Twp. The calamari is not your typical calamari and is sauced with his Beurre Blanc famed on the Food Network. While it's still breaded, the Beurre Blanc is enough to soften it completely while adding an explosion of flavor. The Beurre Blanc is made with olive oil, shallots, peppercorns, bay leaves, lemon juice, wine, and cream. Personally I think this dish was way too sauce heavy. There wasn't a single crispy bite. While flavorful, I was looking forward to a light and crispy texture, but didn't get it. I think this could have been accomplished with going lighter in the sauce, maybe just drizzling it on, and providing a serving of it on the side. 3,5 stars. Truffle Sausage Pizza. Tradition hand tossed dough that's not too thick and not too thin. Italian sausage, truffle oil, parsley, Gouda, Mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses. The Italian sausage was not what I expected. Rather than slices or tiny meatballs, it was ground up. I kinda liked it to tell you the truth, but it wasn't evenly applied. It was more densely populated in the center, which left the perimeter sparse with toppings. While the truffle oil sounded good, it didn't work for me. Here's the thing you need to know about truffle oil, it's not made from truffles (mushrooms)! That's right, truffle oil is typically made from extract, which is why the flavor is so intense and a little goes a long way. Local Carbonara Bucatini. Made the traditional way with cuts of pork cheek (guanciale). The bucatini pasta was nicely done and not overcooked. The guanciale was also nice and crispy as it should be. It was lighter on the cheese than I would have liked and none was served on the side, but it was Pecorino Romano and it was shaved from a block. Did I ask for more on the side, of course I did! The black pepper wasn't also as prominent as it should have been, but the server did have some fresh ground at the ready when it was served. 4 stars. Overall, I would have to say that I'm still a fan of J. Baldwin's Testa Barra. The food is prepared fresh with quality ingredients, and the dishes are inspirationally classic, and sometimes with innovating or modern twist. I've consistently never been disappointed with every visit. If You would like to experience more, come dine-with-me.yelp.com I'd love to have your company... Bon Appétit!

Absolutely amazing experience! The food was delicious from start to finish. I had the cheese…read moreravioli with palomino sauce, and it was perfectly cooked and full of flavor. My husband ordered the spaghetti and meatballs, which were just as incredible--classic, hearty, and done right. To top it off, we had the tiramisu for dessert, and you can truly tell it was made from scratch--fresh, rich, and the perfect ending to our meal. Everything we ordered was outstanding. We will definitely be coming back! Highly recommend! Service was amazing! Definitely will come back and get the same server to our table! As for the ambiance, it's somewhat outdated.

Fabulous food, atmosphere and the best service! Katrina was outstanding! She is the best!!read more

Ottava Via just never disappoints. I've been many times, and it's always consistent, timely, and…read morejust right. This time, we enjoyed a few appetizers and definitely did not leave disappointed. That Pecorino Romano appetizer is one I dream about almost nightly. Inside, it's quaint yet comfortable, and the service is always great. If you go on the weekend, you'll probably run into a wait, but it's worth it! Highly recommend!

Ottava Via has become one of those Detroit spots I'm happy to come back to. I've been a couple of…read moretimes now, and the food has been consistently good each visit. The arancini are a great way to start - crispy on the outside with a warm, flavorful center. I also really liked the garlic and goat cheese - rich, creamy, garlicky. For pasta, I've tried both the penne alla arrabbiata and the cacio e pepe. The arrabbiata has a nice kick while the cacio e pepe is simple and comforting. Between the two, it really just depends on what you are in the mood for. The atmosphere is another reason I like coming here. Ottava Via has a cozy, lively feel that works just as well for dinner with friends as it does for a date night. Definitely a place I'd keep in the rotation when I'm craving Italian in Detroit!

Nonna's recently has had some updates and the inside is beautiful- think simply modern with Italian…read morecomfort. Our server was kind and look great care of us. The eggplant parmesan was absolutely delicious and the perfect level of crisp. We couldn't decide on just one dessert and both were a wonderful finish. The tiramisu was a huge piece and delightful. The lemon sorbet was perfectly refreshing and served in the lemon shell was a great touch.

First time back in 4 years and Nonna's has grown as word got around. Place was packed at 5PM with…read morecustomers waiting. Started with the warm bread and seasoned olive oil dipping sauce. Had the calamari appetizer which was the size of an entree and delicious.