This place was delightful! We stopped in on a Friday night after passing this place for months. The restaurant is pretty small and it really felt like you were stepping into a different space. It was cozy, they had a few TVs on, and we found a place at the bar. There were no tables available when we arrived, though didn't have to wait long. Our drinks were good, they had some draft beers, a selection of wine, and a cocktail menu. We ordered the romaine salad and a pesto chicken pizza to split. Both were delicious!! They don't take reservations for smaller parties, so you have to wing it, and they have a nice patio space, which they covered and heated for extra seating in the winter. Overall, I'd recommend Intermezzo to friends, and I'll absolutely be going back! read more

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I came here with a group of friends to celebrate someone's birthday on Sunday around 8pm. This was one of the few places open past 9pm and with outdoor seating, which was essential given we had just come from a full day of climbing and were all quite sticky and sweaty, as one would expect. There were 8 of us in total, and we pushed about 3 tables together. We opted to share a 3 large pizzas (milanese, chicken pesto, and meats) and 2 salads (intermezzo and romaine). We also ordered a few drinks - beers, champagne cocktail, and lemonade. I can't quite put a finger on it, while nothing was particularly negative here, it wasn't outstanding either. The water tasted a little weird; although I think it might have just been a dirty cup. The salads were surprisingly small for entree size, and more importantly pricing. Flavor wise they were fine though. I think my favorite pizza was the chicken pesto, although the other two tasted good as well. Atmosphere wise, while it was nice to be able to sit outside, the proximity/visibility to the main road might have been a bit offputting. It's at a busy intersection. On the bright side, there is a parking lot as well as some indoor seating, although not a lot, and I'm suring sitting inside might be more pleasant another time. Service was friendly and timely too. @azfitfoodfun read more

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Our family had a great meal experience here tonight. The food was tasty.i had the ravioli with sun-dried tomatoes it was delicious great flavor and texture. The pizza was loved with a side of sauce my niece ate every bite everyone said their food was good read more

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Came on $7 martini Saturday sat down @5:36 after the bar tender told us to seat ourselves. Didn't get spoken to until 6:03 after the waitress walked by multiple times I believe the manager came to service after that & apologized but to not even be acknowledged by the waitress was crazy . read more

The waiter was quick to seat us and serve us our food. Their bread was hot and fresh, just like the pastas we ordered. Their bread wait staff was very friendly and the booths were clean and comfy. read more

Tavern style pizza spot with lots of seating. Was skeptical as it was empty but it was daytime. After eating the pizza I know why it's busy as the Mexican was declious. Never had beans on pizza but it was delicious. I got half with pesto and that too was solid. I'd go back to try more others and service was quick too. Will be back for a game. read more

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Bolognese (3/5): Lots of meat which was great, but the rest of the dish was just ok. The sauce was decent, but the pasta was a little overcooked. The server recommended adding fresh mozzarella which was a great suggestion.  Corn Dip (3/5): Pretty underwhelming. The dip itself was ok, but the chips were just grocery store corn chips and not great.  Capricciosa Pizza (3/5): Not the quality of pizza I was hoping for. The meats were fine, but totally overwhelmed any other flavors. More sauce (or a slightly sweeter sauce) might have helped, but I couldn't really taste the sauce or the cheese. The crust was also pretty bland and forgettable.  RATING SYSTEM 5 - Great (Need to get this again) 4 - Good (Would get this again) 3 - Ok (Might give this another shot) 2 - Not Good (Won't get this again) 1 - Bad (Telling people to avoid this) read more

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This was our second time eating here. We ordered the lasagna both times, and it was good and very comforting, exactly what we were looking for. Last night we got the lasagna to go with a side of asparagus, and they gave us 8 stalks for $11.50. I'm sorry, but that's straight-up robbery. You can buy an entire bushel at Whole Foods for $5, so paying almost $12 for eight cooked stalks is crazy... make it make sense. After reading other reviews, it seems to be a common trend when ordering to-go read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - Asparagus - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

My experience was just okay. Intermezzo was on my list and driven by a lot, but I never stopped in. On a rainy Friday night, I decided to stop in. The hostess wasn't the friendliest but did give me an honest wait time. She sat me out on the patio, and it was a bit chilly even with the heaters, but I made do. The cocktail was my favorite part of the meal. I don't remember which one it was, but it was good. The server was nice enough but a bit slow coming and going, and could have been more attentive on a cold night. I ordered the piroska, which is essentially a stromboli with sour cream. While the sour cream gives it a nice twist, it's still nothing to write home about. While eating, I decided that I wouldn't order again and was underwhelmed by the experience. It was also overpriced given the mediocrity of the service and the food. read more

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Random stop because the original place we went did not have food that day - and boy, what a find in Charlotte! The inside is super cozy, old school feel. They also have outdoor heated seating in the winter. Service is amazing, our server was very patient and helpful with our indecisiveness. If you can't decide one, the large allows half half choices And on Wednesdays, they do half off any bottle of wine! read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - Large: Intermezzo Supreme AND Pesto Chicken - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This was my first visit! I read reviews and since the reviews were great 9 out of 10 I decided to try it. I had my godmom and daughter come with me . I must say the pizza was absolutely delicious. We had 3 different orders. Here are a few pics. Pizza came out hot and delicious read more

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Plaza Midwood staple, locally owned, and a nice spot to eat/drink. Has a cute outdoor patio that's great most year round and covered during the winters. It's Serbian, despite the pizzas and the Italian sounding name. Pro tips: 1. Piroska is my favorite item on the menu, it's calzone-like and tasty, highly recommend 2. Pizza is solid, but varies depending on selection 3. Lasagna is tasty, but the portion is unfilling 4. Get the crostini appetizer over the bruschetta 5. Credit cards are charged a 3.5% fee, this is only communicated on bottom of the receipts 6. The waiters often ask if you want spinach in your piroska or marinara with your appetizer (such as the crostini), they're always an unspoken extra, $1 and $2 respectively. Definitely get the marinara, just be aware. read more

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Even after seeing them on Diners Drive-ins and Dives I don't know why I waited so long to come here. The Piroska was featured on Triple D and I had to have one. It's like a calzone from a 10 inch pizza topped with sour cream, tomato sauce, and cheese. The sour cream added a delicious element and simply put created a standout dish. The Capriciosa Pizza had a thinner crust which had a slight chew but did not reach the point of being overdone or crunchy. Walking in the owners asked us to choose our seat and they introduced themselves. The location is small and intimate and has a full bar. There is also a patio which would be great to enjoy when the weather. So often we ask if the food is authentic. Here's a family bringing Serbian dishes to Charlotte. If you're looking for something you won't find every day try Intermezzo. read more

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This beloved neighborhood restaurant is losing its luster. Food & music is good, but the newer staff seem unprofessional & uninterested. The constant loud slamming of the front door is so annoying. PLEASE help bring back the atmosphere & attention to detail. read more

Can we please get the salad before the meal. Things are going downhill quickly. And make eye contact with customers.

This was a great find! I had a calzone and I went on martini Saturday where they're half price. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance is casual. But perfect for a casual date. Coming back for more martinis! read more

My aunt booked her birthday reservation here and requested a table inside. She called 4 days before the date to confirm. When she got here the host immediately says she didn't reconfirm so they only have outdoor seating. She even argued that they called to confirm with her. The reservation was already booked online and she called on Monday. Do they need 3 confirmations to book a table? The hostess was not apologetic at all. They clearly messed up their scheduled and could not own up to it. Food was okay. read more

This menu is full of delicious pizza and amazing dinners. I got a lemon chicken with asparagus and mashed potatoes and every bite was absolutely heavenly! The service was excellent and the server was so friendly. So many great things to choose from. I can't wait to check this out again. There were so many things I wish I could haveeaten off the menu read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - Isn't this the most beautiful bar? - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I love Intermezzo's cozy vibe! A great place to duck into, especially during the colder months. I love their house made ravioli - highly recommend! read more

This has been one of my favorite places on this culinary journey. The place is casual with a local independently owned feel. The service was absolutely fantastic. Jacob suggested we check out their website site for images of the food. We started with the ricotta and goat cheese crostini. The goat cheese was smooth cut with the ricotta and had a fresh lemon hint to it. The crostini is crisp and definitely home made. The tomato sauce was chunky and fresh. One of our friends got the stuffed peppers that he recommended and had several times. Jacob got the Cabbage Rolls and I had a few bites and it was pretty great. Our other friend and I got the Eggplant Musaka. Yes, I shared with Jacob, and he agreed...best eggplant he's ever had. Sorry I have to start another paragraph on this AMAZING dish. It was by far one of the most amazing things I've ever put in my mouth. The eggplant was thin and crisp. The meat was delicious and the sauce was fresh and home made. This is a foodies dream. Something downright perfect, fresh and memorable. The dish that makes your eyes close and you just feel the goodness and freshness of flavor that sends you into quietness. We took tiramisu home and I can't wait to inhale the sweet coffee flavored goodness of this beautiful desert. If you're in Charlotte the home of great food. Do yourself and guests a favor and stop in to have some amazing Serbian family food. read more

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Great experience! The restaurant itself is very small. We arrived around 6:30 on a Friday and had to wait about 30 minutes. There are seats at the bar and a heated patio as well. Once we were seated, it was a very cozy feel with exposed brick. They do have a parking lot behind the restaurant but it's small. They have an extensive wine menu. The food menu includes pizza, pasta, salads and appetizers. Everything we got was very good! The wait staff was attentive as well. read more

I have passed by Intermezzo's dozens of times and always said "maybe I'll stop in next time". Well next time finally came as some friends chose it for dinner and I wish I went sooner than I did. Walking in the place gives a diner/ bar type vibe with Italian decor. The bar vibe I got might only be because the bar was full and the rest of the seating area was completely empty. What really threw me for a loop was when I got the menu and saw not only Italian but also Serbian food. Everything on the menu looked so good. I chose the prosciutto and mushroom pasta for my entree. I was interested in the Serbian food but was thinking Italian when I got there and that's what my heart was set on. The food came out quickly and was really, really good. The prosciutto and mushroom pasta had so many flavors and was perfectly prepared. There was a few hiccups with the service. Getting water refills could be challenging (I had to get up and walk over to the waiter and ask for refills a couple of times). Also, at the end of the meal it took several times to ask for our check to pay so we could leave. Everyone was super friendly once they got to our table be to get them to our table was hard at times. read more

Here you go: I arrived a few minutes before the rest of my party and waited for about 15 minutes. During that time, no one stopped to say hello or check in on me. After my family arrived, it took a few more minutes for the server to bring us water. When she finally returned, she simply asked, "Are you ready to order?" without any greeting or hospitality. We initially ordered iced tea, but they didn't sell iced tea. Then we asked for lemonade, but despite it being listed on the menu, they didn't have that either. At this point, I suggested that she ask for our drink orders first before we moved on to food. It became clear that our server did not want to be there. Any time she left, she disappeared for a long time. When she finally came back, we ordered a couple of appetizers--corn dip and bruschetta. It took 30 minutes for them to arrive (yes, we timed it). In the meantime, she took our entrée orders and then vanished again. Before we could even finish our appetizers, our main courses arrived. What a mess--no room on the table, dirty dishes everywhere, and no fresh flatware. The entire table was cluttered and chaotic. Once again, our server disappeared. After finishing our entrees, the dirty dishes, including leftover appetizer plates, sat on the table for quite a while before being cleared. Eventually, she returned and offered dessert. We ordered tiramisu for my daughter's birthday and a strawberry crêpe. I asked if they could put a candle on the dessert. Guess what? The desserts arrived with collapsedTriamisu, and they were out of candles. I should also mention that the kids' pasta with cream sauce (for a 5-year-old) was $14.95. When we finally received our check, we realized we had been at the restaurant for over two hours. The restaurant wasn't busy at all, but the terrible service made the experience frustrating. When you work in a restaurant, hospitality is the name of the game. If you're having a bad day, stay home--don't ruin your guests' dining experience. Show quoted text read more

Review Update: My favorite restaurant in Charlotte to this day. I have never had a bad experience here. I love all of the food, especially the Eggplant Moussaka, Pizza, and Garlic Braid. They have the absolute best bread that has ever existed. I always order a side of feta dip to dip my pizza in and it is wonderful. Everything is homemade and you can definitely tell. They have drink specials on certain nights. I enjoy their margarita-one of the best I've had. They also make a delicious French 75. Love the staff. Will always keep this on my rotation. read more

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I would rate this place less than one star if I could. Decent food the service is terrible I have been here on multiple occasions and have seen our server maybe twice everytime. Our glasses have been empty for over 30+ minutes. Definitely better places to go to and would not recommend wasting your money here. read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

The Lasagna was pretty good, to say the least. However I was surprised when I asked after receiving my meal if bread was included. The owner, whom was serving' then upon my request brought me hot pocket bread. Little did I know that the one piece of pocket bread would later cost $4.99. Lasagna = $19.99 Bread = $4.99 Ice-Water = $0.00 Meal Cost = $24.98 Most 'if not all other restaurants' service pasta dishes with bread sticks AND a small side salad. Only because the Lasagna was pretty good, I will return to try another dish. read more

Disappointed at the way we were treated by the manager by asking a simple question. We were charged an extra $12 for less of an ounce of marinara sauce that was suggested by the server. The manager on duty was extremely rude, aggressive, and escalated the situation by raising his voice during the dinner service. His remarks made us feel uncomfortable and not welcomed at the restaurant. He referred to us as "you people" and made condescending remarks when asked about why the up charge was so high!! He blamed it on inflation and said we should have asked the server how much a side of sauce was. Again, she suggested it with the less than tasty goat cheese bread. The pizza wasn't the best and the bottle of wine we selected was $40 at the restaurant but is priced at $16.99 online. We will never return nor suggest this place to anyone. read more

Cute little spot in plaza! We got a bottle of red to split along with some raviolis and the pesto chicken pizza. My favorite was definitely the raviolis. We did get charged for a side ofParmesan for the salad and a side of marinara for the pizza, which we didn't expect until we got the bill, but everything else was great!! read more

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My home away from home! My family has been going here for YEARS and it's still our favorite place to meet for dinner. The service, the food, the atmosphere - all 10/10! Highly recommend coming here if you haven't. The patio is great for big groups and for when the weather is nice. Inside is a little small but that's what makes it special. Servers are always top notch- they give great advice on what to order and never let your drink go empty! You literally can't go wrong with anything on the menu but a few Of my favorites are: Goat cheese crostini, bruschetta, Milanese pizza, Ravioli and the Stuffed Peppers- so delicious! Also - make sure to order a side of their house made feta dip - it's even better than ranch to dip your pizza into read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - Chicken Milanese Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Love this place!!! It's been my favorite for years. Love the atmosphere and the bar. Unfortunately they have hired this young dark haired girl with no personality whatsoever. She doesn't greet you,talks constantly with her coworkers,is not attentive in the least, and mixes horrible drinks(when you can get her attention). It just so disappointing because I love..love .love...the food. read more

After all these years driving by Intermezzo right off Central Avenue in Plaza Midwood - I finally stopped in! It's hard to believe it's been there since 2007 so if I've been driving past it all these years, I'm sure you have too. Inside, there's a warm cozy space full of comfort classics as well as traditional Serbian food. It's a pretty causal environment - I went in with gym clothes and no one seemed to care! Plenty of folks sit in the bar and order there or you can dine at a table. We started with the bruschetta which was delicious and super cheesy, then got a round of martinis (half price on saturdays) then pork medallions, lasagna and eggplant musaka. I got the French martini which was fine - it wasn't amazing but for half price - at $6 it was adequate. The pork medallions was a unique dish with a savory thyme sauce. I loved it but if you don't like thyme, opt for something else. The lasagna had a beautiful bechamel sauce on top and was delicious. It was comfort food at its finest. Our server Jacob was very attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. If you're in between choosing entrees - he can steer you in the right direction! He did also pre warn us about a nominal fee they charge for credit card processing. If you pay with cash you won't have to pay the fee. I appreciated him letting us know before bringing the bill. The fee didn't bother me too much - I'm sure in these challenging economic times that more restaurants may start to do the same. All and all good experience! I would definitely return - I want to get the pizza next! IG: @feisty.eats read more

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I would give slightly above 4 stars, but unfortunately I can't give half stars. The reason I round down is because the restaurant has the word Pizzeria in the name and the pizza was good (not amazing). The lamb medallions definitely deserve a 5/5 though! The margherita pizza would have benefitted from using sauce, but it wasn't bad. The view and atmosphere was nice too, as was the service. I definitely want to go back and try some new things on the menu! read more

Intermezzo is perfectly consistent. I crave their goat cheese dip, and pesto pizza. From pizza to pastas I have loved everything I've tried. Their patio is nice and on a cool evening and they have great pricing on beer. read more

Quick and friendly service. Building had a good amount of parking and lots of indoor and outdoor space. Went with my family and was able to try several dishes. For appetizers we got the corn dip and the Ricotta and Goat Cheese Crostini. Personally the crostini was my favorite. It was crispy and served with a really great marinara sauce. For entree I got the lasagna which was also amazing. I was also able to try the pork medallions from the Serbian part of the menu and would definitely recommend them. read more

How far this local business has fallen. I got the goat cheese crostini, had to pay extra for marinara. Then got the old school blacken rubbed chicken with broccoli. I had one piece of broccoli and a stem. The sauce was thick and not up to all the food I have had forever. We got our apps before our drinks. I recommend doing pizza only. They will always keep up with the locals, but PLEASE remember where you came from and make sure to stay true to the neighborhood that builded you up. read more

Everything, food, service, ambiance, value, they just fo a great job. We won't go thru tow without having a meal there.

After hearing so many good things about this restaurant, I went with great expectations. First of all, my group was seated outside (patio), and I never bothered to step inside the restaurant...so not sure what to say of the restaurant itself. Though nothing fancy, the patio was nice, offering a view of Uptown Charlotte's skyline. Since situated just steps away from city streets, it was also somewhat noisy...but tolerable. Their menu was heavily Italian, which I sort of expected since I previewed the pics on Yelp. The one big disappointment was that they no longer served Bureks, a Serbian specialty! I was actually hoping to try their Beef or Cheese and Spinach Burek...so that was a huge bummer. Instead, I opted for one of their pizza. Decided to go with their smaller, 10-inch "Intermezzo Supreme"...and it turned out to be a great choice. The pizza crust was near perfect, light and near flakey...just the way I like it. The toppings were also just right...not too heavy on tomatoes, or meats, but just the right mix of everything. I managed to eat every bit of the 10-inch pie! BTW, I also ordered their Peach cocktail (forgot the exact name?), and it was amazing...which was a relief, given that it costed $12. The service was really good, especially considering this was a fairly big group of girls (again). Also, the 20% tip wasn't included in our individualized bills. Maybe this is a new trend with group dining? Not complaining! Overall, the restaurant met my expectations (minus the Bureks!). I definitely need to return and try some of their Serbian dishes...but it'll be a struggle, given how much I love their Italian specialties on their menu. read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - "Intermezzo Supreme" - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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The atmosphere here is so welcoming. Our waiter friendly funny and quite capable! My daughter and I split the decadent beet and orange salad and the Sarma! Delicious! read more

Intermezzo Pizzeria and Cafe - Beet and orange salad - Pizza Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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Made my first trip here this past week after I've heard and read such good things about this place, so of course I had to check it out: . . Pictured: -Ricotta and Goat cheese crostini (not a goat cheese fan myself) but the flavor of the ricotta mixed was excellent. -Mexican Pizza (seasoned beef, mozzarella, black beans, tomatoes, scallions, cilantro, jalapeños, and spicy cream) HOLY COW! This was one of the best pizzas I've had in Charlotte, the waiter told us it was good but I was blow away. Great taste and flavors. . . If your Looking for a wonderful place to check out, this is it. Perfect for family dinner or a night out with friends. read more

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Things to know before you arrive... They charge you 3.5% for the convenience of using a credit card no matter what the amount(this is not disclosed until you go to pay) Don't sit outside if you can, the street noise is pretty loud. 20% gratuity for parties of 6 or more. Had wanted to try this place out on the recommendation of a friend, however probably would not return again. I ordered the Piroska, which is basically a calzone, and it arrived looking great. However it was anything but. The filling was only a few small slices of ham, literally 2 small mushrooms, and a small amount of sauce and cheese. It was mostly airy bread, with unmelted and cold shredded cheese on top, and once I finished I was anything but full. I will say the dough was actually good, it just was not filing at all, and for $17, I had higher expectations. The service was also a bit lacking, we were seated, and then had to get up so our table could be moved over and another could be packed in next to us. Our server was friendly, but extremely slow and had a great excuse everytime he forgot about our table(multiple times), blaming mostly other tables for his lacking attentiveness. All In all a solid 3 star experience...I think there are quite a few pizza places in plaza mjdwood you would be happier patronizing. read more