In all my years of waitressing and working in an Italian restaurant, I would never have thought it…read morewas acceptable to serve food in that condition. A proper sear adds flavor, but actual char is bitter and completely overpowers the Marsala wine and mushrooms. Large areas of burnt crust aren't just a cosmetic issue--they ruin the dish and should be replaced, not served to a customer. What made it even more disappointing was that I was expecting a fine dining experience. Instead, I've honestly received better food quality and service at much more casual restaurants. Everyone else at my table enjoyed their meals, so unfortunately I seem to have been the exception, but that doesn't make it acceptable. I left feeling frustrated and confused as to how this plate ever made it out of the kitchen. Thank you for your response. I understand restaurants appreciate the opportunity to correct issues while customers are still there. My concern wasn't that the chicken had "grill marks" or that I didn't understand what Chicken Marsala is. The sauce and mushrooms covered the chicken, so I didn't realize how badly it was burnt until I had already taken several bites. Once I moved the sauce aside, I found it was charred to the point that it tasted burnt and was inedible, which is why I left the meal exactly as shown in my photo. I left because I was disappointed, not because I wanted to leave a negative review. Calling me a "keyboard warrior" instead of addressing the condition of the food or why it even came out of the kitchen in that condition in the first place only reinforces why I felt compelled to share my experience at your establishment.

Wow, this place makes some good pasta. Hit it for lunch and am glad we did. I had carb overload the…read morerest of the day though! Hailey, our server, did a great job. Nice lady and was there when you needed her to be. I got the Pasta Milano and loved it. Alot of sauce which I enjoy. It has pepper flakes and tends to be a little hot. You can have them adjust the amount of heat. My wife had the Mushroom and Spinach Raviolis. She really liked them. I tried one and it was darn good. I had the split pea soup for a starter, and it was good. My wife had a side salad and enjoyed it. Clean place, pleasant atmosphere. Can't wait to go back.

What a family feeling as soon as you walk into this welcoming place. My best friend and I searched…read moreYelp for an Italian restaurant to try after wine tasting in Helwig winery. The reviews made it a quick decision to head over to Teresa's Place! As soon as we entered, the staff placed us in a quiet area that made me feel "at home". Servers explained the menu and specials promptly. Warm fresh bread was a perfect starter since we had just enjoyed wine tasting. We ordered the lasagna and chicken D'Aglio. I chose a pesto sauce for my pasta. Their entrees as filling, as these come with minestrone soup, bread, and salad. I couldn't get enough of the croutons, dressing, and garbanzo beans with the fresh, crisp salad! When you're here, make sure to walk around inside to admire the decor and read their family's rich history, including photos with the Pope St. John Paul II. I enjoyed reading a bit of Italy geography and history on the dining table place mat too! This is a big restaurant with plenty of tables, especially ideal for bigger parties like family gatherings. There's so much to see and enjoy while you wait for your food! When I boxed up my leftovers, one of the staff came to me and helped me scrape the creamy, garlic and olive oil sauce from the chicken dish and scrape the pesto from the bottom of the pasta dish into my to-go box. This is the type of personal service I love and appreciate from family-owned restaurants! I'm glad we came across this lovely restaurant with wonderful staff and authentic, delicious Italian food!

Jackson, California. Population: sleepy. Streets: winding like drunk snakes slithering off into the…read moreSierra foothills. My phone? Dead--stone cold, digital corpse. I was stranded, hungry, gut gnawing itself in some Dantean ring of small-town purgatory, when out of the fluorescent chaos of a Raley's supermarket, a Gen Z angel with Wi-Fi wings took pity on me. Her phone pulsed like the North Star and she pointed me down to salvation: Teresa's Place. By God, I arrived. The sun was bleeding out across the horizon, Main Street slipping into shadow, and there it was: a glowing sign like a neon Eucharist. Parking lot across the street. The doorway pulled me in like a vacuum cleaner from 1952. Inside: dim red tones, white lights surgical and holy, Brooklyn noir under an Amador County sky. Louie's Restaurant vibes--but Sollozzo ain't getting shot here, sweetheart. No: this is Jackson. This is love. The service? Think grandma with a cigarette in one hand and a stopwatch in the other--warm but brisk, like they've been running this joint since Prohibition and ain't about to let you slow them down. The Chianti comes in buckets. Jaegermeister on the dessert menu--yes, they're serious, yes, you're taking the shot, yes, Jesus himself approves. Now, the food. THE FOOD. It comes in cathedral portions, a medieval banquet dropped in your lap. My chicken parm? Christ Almighty, it was Everest under a landslide of marinara, parsley fresh as a spring fling, pasta al dente enough to play a banjo tune. Before that came minestrone, a salad with Thousand Island like some glorious church picnic of yesteryear, croutons snapping like gunfire. Bread and butter so fresh you want to slap someone. Then dessert: WALNUT PIE. Who makes walnut pie? Teresa's does. Whipped cream piled like the Alps. I licked the plate like a lunatic. Let's be clear: this is no bland Chili's with soul vacuum décor. This is a time machine, a love letter, a belly hug from the Old Country. Cozy, romantic, small-town crickets outside and Sinatra crooning in your bloodstream. And the kicker? The wall of dollars. A shrine of American greenbacks pinned with a tiny Italian flag, Grandma Teresa watching from the photo frame like a saint with marinara rosary beads. Each bill matched, money funneled to five local charities. You eat, you drink, you laugh, you sin, and you walk away knowing your gluttony just saved the world--or at least a piece of Amador County. Five out of five, no hesitation, no irony. Teresa's Place is the real deal, a mad holy Italian fever dream in a town you didn't even know existed. If North Beach has the flash, Jackson has the soul.

Service is great waitress always comes over and asked if you need anything throughout your entire…read moremeal I always enjoy my meal I order. Absolutely love the house salad with the bread. It's all you can eat and it's so good.! This is the kind of restaurant with windows all around. It is very well lit. It is quiet and a good family place to go.

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We enjoyed the meal. We had reservations and were seated at the exact time. The employees were…read morepolite and attentive. We were very happy with seating at the table, very spacious and comfortable.

My family and I came here today after hearing so many great things about it, and OMG, let me tell…read moreyou--the complimentary bread was DELICIOUS I would honestly come back just for the bread! We also ordered the mussels and calamari. The mussels in the tomato sauce they came in were absolutely delicious! I was worried I wouldn't like the calamari because I'm not a fan of steak-cut calamari, but it was soooo good! You could really tell it was freshly breaded and fried. We also ordered the M&M pizza and the Super [something--I forgot the name ]. Both pizzas were crispy, with a moist and soft crust. 5/5 pizza! For dessert, we got the tiramisu and chocolate gelato, and both were really good. The chocolate gelato is HUGE and definitely shareable. The restaurant is super cute! I recommend sitting outside for a different atmosphere. We didn't realize the outdoor patio was still enclosed, so we ended up sitting inside. I wish we had sat outside! The service was okay. Our server was nice, but between the assistant server and our server, there were a few times when we felt left unattended. Maybe they thought they each checked on us ‍ I definitely recommend this place, and we will be coming back!

My husband and I found La Fornaretta through a TikTok video and decided to try it out. The drive to…read morethe restaurant was beautiful and the atmosphere made me feel like I was transported in time. The overall experience was super cozy and made me feel like I was eating at a close relative's home. We came on a Sunday evening and there was no wait time.We ordered a dozen oysters, handmade raviolis con sugo and the handmade tortellini with pesto. Everything came out quickly but fresh. You could tell that everything was house made by how fresh it tasted and how flavorful everything was. We also enjoyed the bread with balsamic vinegar and oil that was brought out. Our waitress was super friendly and checked in on our frequently, which we enjoy whenever we go out to eat. We didn't have enough room for dessert but we look forward to coming back to try the pizza. We brought our Uppababy stroller with us and it was a little bulky for the space but still fit

This is truly a hidden gem in Loomis. This family-owned Italian restaurant feels like a local…read morestaple, serving hearty and comforting Italian dishes in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Everything we ordered was delicious. The oysters were fresh and served ice cold, the wine selection complemented the meal well, and the seafood pasta was packed with flavor and generously loaded with seafood. The vodka fettuccine was good, though the sauce leaned a bit heavy on the alcohol flavor for our taste. Even so, it was a generous portion and clearly made with quality ingredients. What really elevated the experience was the service. Zoe, our server, was incredibly friendly, attentive, and on top of everything throughout the meal. Overall, the food, service, and atmosphere made for a great dining experience. We would gladly return and highly recommend this spot to anyone looking for authentic Italian comfort food in the Loomis area.

We visited Giannini's last night and were truly impressed from start to finish. From the host, to…read moreour waitress, to the food and overall ambiance--it was more than just dinner, it was an experience. The service was prompt, welcoming, and incredibly family-friendly (we had our toddler with us and felt totally comfortable). It really gave that warm, authentic Italian family vibe. Before our meal even arrived, we were treated to bread, polenta with meat sauce, salad, and soup--such a generous and delicious start! Appetizers: * Tomato bruschetta - served on flatbread with the perfect balance of olive oil, spices, and fresh tomato * Salami & olive tray - simple, classic, and nostalgic in the best way Entrees: * Chicken Parmigiana - perfectly cooked with a rich marinara, served with vegetables (we added gnocchi with pesto--highly recommend!) * Veal Milanesa - beautifully breaded and full of flavor, with veggies and pasta of the day * Veal Saltimbocca - packed with flavor, especially the sage--definitely a standout dish * Child's spaghetti & meatball - perfect portion and a great option for little ones Dessert: * Lemon berry mascarpone cake - dense, lemony, and filled with fresh blueberries, topped with a raspberry drizzle--just the right amount of sweetness * Vanilla ice cream for the toddler (they even offered chocolate syrup--thoughtful touch!) Pricing felt very reasonable for the amount and quality of food--comparable to other spots in the area. If you're looking for a special, memorable dining experience in Amador County, Giannini's is absolutely worth a visit!

When you go to a place like Giannini's as an outsider, it helps to remind yourself that you're in a…read morerural community with "mom and pop" type places. Is it a gorgeous, crisp, trendy place- no. It's a hometown vibe with feel-good food that is 100% worth the price. They weren't the fastest place in town, but pacing off service was appropriate. I enjoyed that you get good food at good prices. I also love the pseudo- multi course modality (bread, polenta, soup, salad, entree, dessert). Food was good. We'll be back!

The food was delicious! I love their polenta. Service was…read moregood. We didn't feel rushed. The ambience was excellent and quiet enough to converse with our " inside voices."

Our waitress Alex was wonderful, we wanted a slow relaxed dinner and she handled it perfectly. We…read moreenjoyed a nice Stevenot cab and started with the crabcakes which may be the best we have had in CA, followed by an ahi salad for my wife and the chicken marsala special for me, tutto era buonissimo! Bravo to the chef, what a wonderful evening.

Food was 5 out 5 stars the atmosphere was small and comfortable like family Sunday dinners. Our…read morehost could of checked in on us instead of us looking for Her . I absolutely love the chicken parm. And spaghetti w/meat balls!!! And of course an Italian soda !

The food is good. Their house salad dressing is amazing! We always order to go because the ambiance…read moreis not good. They need to clean up the patio and inside looks like a storage area.

We enjoyed our dinners last night! We shared brusetta appetizer,for entrees we had Sarah's…read morefavorite,Torellina,chicken & eggplant Parmesan.Food and service was excellent.It was nice sitting on their patio

It's has been going downhill for a while now. The last two experiences had really poor service…read more Our last time we were a party of 6, and maybe because they automatically add a 20% gratuity, our waitress barely showed up... My wife and I both had the steak... big mistake. Both were nuked, I ordered medium rare... they were also pretty thin steaks. We used to go there a lot, but it's just not worth it anymore.... Oh and they also add a 3% credit card fee....