Still trying to understand the hype about this place? The mustard spaghetti? A solid 6/10…read moreThe famous meatballs? 5/10? It literally tasted like it was frozen and reheated. Overly salty and on a bed of Parmesan cheese to make it look fancy? The diabolo pizza? Floppy mess. The rigatoni was probably the best dish we tried. 7/10 The service was also awful. How did we get served warm water on one of the hottest days of the season so far? We had a reservation and waited 20 minutes to get seated. Took forever to bring us a high chair for our baby. It was an awful first experience and will not be returning :/

The aesthetic of the tall wooden rafters, stone floors, mood lighting and peeks of natural sun, it…read moregives high class Italian in the best way possible. As you walk in there's a large bar with a decent amount of seating, and to the right a mix of tables. Take on the limited outdoor seating at your own risk during Florida's storm season. I started with the Sunshine State cocktail. The gin cocktail was a little more lime forward than I prefer, but I'm still a fan! To follow it, I tried the Negroni Bianco. It was on the sweeter side and had a lot of floral flavor. The Bruschette Caprese has so much flavor, I couldn't get place if the tomatoes were marinated, but I loved it! For dinner I couldn't resist the house special, mustard spaghettini. It was creamy, and mustard marinated noodles the perfect balance. As you'd expect with the setting and price point, the service was professional and attentive.

You know that full feeling after Thanksgiving dinner. That's how I left feeling, but in a good way…read more The main seating area is small but pretty packed with tables so I'd suggest reservations just in case. Also parking is street parking, but lucked out with someone leaving - phew. We split the Caesar salad, because the portion is well enough for two, and dressing was so good! For my entree I ordered the King Mushroom Pappardelle. It may have been the best pasta dish I've ever had. If you like mushrooms you'll love that dish. The ambiance isn't a very rushed experience, which works out to digest all of those delicious carbs. Overall, a really great Italian spot- definitely will go back to try the truffle ravioli.

I've been to Turci pasta a couple times and it's always an excellent meal. From the fresh bread to…read morethe homemade pasta and sauces, I have enjoyed coming back and bringing first timers to experience it. This was the first time I was seated in the Turci Panino location, attached to Turci Pasta. You get to enjoy the same menu but the ambiance isn't quite the same. Due to the location, parking can also be tricky. I would definitely return again and recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a great Italian restaurant.

Our server was McKenzie. One person in our party is…read moreallergic to onions and the Chef was not very accommodating. We ordered the pizza well done as an appetizer and had to send it back because it was not well done. The limoncello martini was very good. The spaghetti and meatballs was very good. It is a big bowl of spaghetti with two huge meatballs. The meatballs were a little dense, but very tasty! The chicken Parmesan is done the old-fashioned way-very authentic- and was excellent. I do wish they had authentic Italian bread with seasoned oil and balsamic .

Been here a couple of times with family and this is our go to for Italian,their pizza Bianca is the…read moreabsolute best !! Do yourself a favor and try it! The pasta is really good as well, and some of our fave things to order is their polenta with salsiccia and mushrooms, the meatballs and calamari.

For Easter this year we let my toddler pick brunch and wha excellent taste she has…read more For an appetizer and my daughter's brunch, we ordered a personal pizza -- via Napoli. She crushed it. She ate all but two slices. The rest of the table shared melon and prosciutto. Very refreshing. Pastas are a must. Go inside and watch the pasta being made from scratch. My husband had the tagliolini alla napoletana. Essentially the BEST marinara pasta around town. So fresh. So simple. Our daughter also enjoyed some of his food. I had the carbonara -- so light! My father the Easter special which was polenta and a stewed beef in a tomato sauce. My mother had bolognese. Of course a tiramisu to go! Everything was amazing. We don't come often enough -- needs to be a weekly staple.

This is a cute little spot in Winter Park near Park Ave. It has outdoor seating which for me was a…read moregreat option because I love dining al fresco. Our waitress came to greet us and told us the night specials. We decided to order lasagna and fettuccine a la puttanesca. I loved my dish, the sauce was tasty and the homemade pasta was delicious. My husband said his lasagna was a bit cold in some areas so he didn't fully enjoyed his meal. To end the night, we ordered a tiramisu and that was delicious. One of the best tiramisu's I have had. Overall, it was a good experience. A plus is that they make their pasta on site and if you sit inside you can actually see the pasta airing. This is a lovely and pricey spot, so keep that in mind.

Very friendly. Yummy treats. Authentic and cozy atmosphere. Easy to get to and lots to choose from.read more

I recently visited Mama Napoli on a Saturday around 3:00 PM. I had been looking forward to trying…read moreone of their famous focaccia sandwiches, but unfortunately many of their most popular items had already sold out by the time I arrived. That's probably a good sign that locals know how good the food is. Even though I missed out on the sandwich, I still enjoyed my visit. I picked up some cookies to bring to a friend, and they were absolutely delicious. I also tried the Cappuccino Pistachio, which was rich, flavorful, and definitely worth ordering. What really impressed me was that Mama Napoli is more than just a bakery and café. They also have a wonderful selection of imported Italian products throughout the store, including olive oils, balsamic vinegars, pasta, risotto rice, sauces, cookies, pastries, Italian snacks, spreads, jams, juices, espresso products, and many other specialty items that are hard to find elsewhere. Walking through the market felt like taking a little trip to Italy. The atmosphere is welcoming, the staff is friendly, and you can tell this family-owned business takes pride in bringing authentic Italian flavors to the community. I'll definitely be back, but next time I'll arrive much earlier so I can finally try one of those famous focaccia sandwiches. If you're planning a visit on the weekend, my advice is simple: go early! Olive oil, authentic Italian products, and homemade treats all under one roof. Worth the visit.

Went for magical dinning and have a magical experience, Luca Turci is located on Park Ave in…read moreWinter Park another italian gem in Orlando own by the same owner of their sister restaurant Turci Pasta.featuring hand made pasta, they offer a unique expanded menu and ambiance with unique italian flavors. For appetizer I got Turci burrata caprese salad. For main course I got the pumpkin ravioli and fot dessert I got the tiramisu. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. They serve great portions as well. Staff is so friendly and welcoming, this place is perfect for any occasion with great vibes.

Beautiful restaurant with great decor and attentive staff. Unfortunately , my pasta was served so…read morehot that it burned my throat. I filmed a short video 5 minutes after it was served, with steam, still coming from the pasta . I also felt a bit uneasy about the experience. I could not finish this meal after burning my throat after the first bite. While i cant say for certain, it made me question whether i was treated differently. Overall, the ambiance and service was strong, but more care with food temperature would have improved my experience.

Stopped in late on a Sunday afternoon. Place looked very nice from the outside, had a to wait a bit…read morefor a table but there was a MASSIVE baby shower letting out at the same time I got there so that most likely had something to do with it. The interior kinda has a hipster-rustic vibe but with more comfortable chairs. Prices seemed reasonable. Service seemed a bit overwheled but again, I think the massive event letting out had something to do with that. I got a cheese board, truffled fries, fried chicken caviar, and a deviled affogato for dessert. My date for the creste di gallo and the olive oil citrus cake. Everything was was very good, with the standout being the fries; I know that truffle essence flavor isn't for everyone but it worked really well for me in the fry sauce. My dates pasta was also very good, the pesto sauce was zesty and complimented it well. And I really like the olive oil cake with mascarpone, super light and perfectly sweet. The very minor issues were that the fried chicken was pretty deeply fried and way harder than expected, which I don't mind but may not be your thing. Devil's food cake at the bottom of the affogato was also not as sweet as I would have liked. Overall a really enjoyable experience. Would definitely recommend.

This is a classic and ol' reliable place in Winter Park for a nice meal or cocktails. I've been for…read morespecial events, brunch and dinner -- and it's always good. My only gripes -- it can get VERY loud... like, too loud. Especially if you're with your Grandma and trying to have a conversation. Also, it can be a bit pricy and the items add up. Don't order an espresso martini with reposado because it'll cost about $35. The servers are always on point and I feel are knowledgeable about the menu and the drinks. Thankfully, one of them warned me about the espresso martini cost so I dodged that bullet. I love the wine options and there's so many amazing ones to try. Same for the menu, lots of variety and you really can't go wrong.

Wow. The food was amazing. We sat outdoors and it was warm, but they only had outdoor available, so…read morewe took it. My daughter had been before and told us it was a must try. We started with 3 apps. The spicy shrimp was delicious and the bread to drop? Just YUM! Calamari with shrimp was also great m, but the sausage bread was my favorite. Dense and full of flavor. We were full but ordered dinner anyways. My daughter had spicy vodka pasta and crispy chicken and loved it. Jess had chicken limone and also loved it. I had chicken parm (of course) and it was good. The stand out was the texture of the house made pasta in all three meals. Just that would be worth the trip. Our server was sweet and attentive, will be back, but will sit inside to be cooler.

Bar Italia has one of the best happy hours in Orlando. With great pizza, apps, and drinks you can't…read moreget better than this. Their happy hour at the bar and the bar tables only. If you're sitting at the bar you can walk up but if you want one of the bar top tables you need to see the hostess.

Food and atmosphere were lovely when my friend and I stopped in for a quick bite before a show that…read morewas playing nearby. We ordered from the happy hour menu and enjoyed our crab cake, burrata, and steak tips! Bartender was pleasant but food did take a little long after ordering.

Food quantity: 9/10 Food quality: 9/10…read moreService: 6/10 Ambiance: 7/10 Overall rating: 8/10 Food was delicious, but service was lacking due to the large business party we were in. I had to ask for a drink several times and the food was slow to come out compared to other restaurants. Would recommend for smaller party sizes.

Gotta have pizza to complete a perfect Friday night. After driving by this location many times, I…read moreordered over the phone for a pickup order. I was given a time it would be ready, but unfortunately had to wait almost another 20 minutes than originally given. The store front looked cute and had several tables inside and outside to sit at and eat. As for the food, I ordered a large pepperoni pizza, garlic knots, and an antipasta salad. The antipasta salad was delicious. It was packed with lots of meat and I enjoyed the dressing. The garlic knots were PACKES with garlic. So much garlic that yes, it will fill your car, your fridge, and you may also smell like garlic. They were cooked great. As for the pepperoni pizza, it was just okay. It did have a good amount of pepperonis on it, but the pizza as a whole just lacked flavor. It was a bit bland. Also the bottom of the pizza needed to cook a bit more. I will come back but I think the antipasta and knots will be my go to.

This place may be small but they do a massive amount of business and with such friendly staff. We…read morecame in for pizza and watched the pizza pro make it from Scratch. Delicious! We had the house red wine for only $6 a glass. It was very good. We also ordered a homemade cannoli to take home. No doubt it will be perfection. Antonella is the daughter of the owner of Nonno's in Altamonte--Stefano. I Good food runs in the family.