We popped in to this hidden gem on a week night for dinner and were pleasantly surprised. The atmosphere is quaint and cozy. The staff is attentive. Portions are appropriate. The prices are bit higher than you might expect at first glance. But when you taste the food, you will realize straight away that nothing you are eating came out of a freezer. It is all fresh. The calamari appetizer was above average and the marinara served with it had a little sound. Very good. The veal parmesan was obviously freshly made and served with angel hair pasta. Again, the sauces shined. Veal parmesan dinner included salad or soup. With water to drink and a calamari appetizer, the total was just under $40 before tip. read more

Ate there saturday night after wanting to try this place forever.Both meals were bland and no taste meatballs tasted like roled ground beef no spices,sauce nothing to brag about.Other meal was veal parm and it was eatable but that was it. Resturant itself was nice a staff was good but food is why we came.A waste of hundred bucs.Sorry wont be back read more

This has been my family's favorite East Cobb restaurant for as long as we knew it was there I would guess 25 yrs at least. Never had a meal there that was not delicious. It is our answer to New York's neighborhood Italian restaurant. Usually there are friends also dining. Service is the best. If you happen upon a night with Yanni' s stuffed ravioli, savor each bite. It is quaint, small, and comfortable, with delicious food. read more

Great Italian food. Really enjoyed veal parmigiana. Nice atmosphere.

Been dining here for 20+ years. Everything is delicious and the service is outstanding. When soft shell crabs are in season, their preparation is outstanding! And the calamalone is to die for! Specials are always delicious. And the soup of the day never disappoints. It's a quaint neighborhood restaurant with some of the best Italian food around. read more

This is one of my favorite Italian restaurants. The food is unique and the wine selection is extensive. I like the soft shell crabs and the abalone. read more

My wife and I ate at LaStrada and ordered sausage and peppers. We ordered what we thought would be an entree version of the dish which ended up being a pathetic small quantity and the quality too was very disappointing. We were also charged double the appetizer price ($23 each) which added further aggravation. We conveyed our concern to the restaurant manager but he was unphased and didn't seem to be very concerned. We have been going to this restaurant for over 20 years and we will never go back. read more

Bland food. Small portions. Full price. I don't leave many negative reviews but this place earned one. Everyone in our group ordered pasta and it disappointed. Maybe their other entrees are tasty? But this is an Italian restaurant so they should be able to make some decent pasta dishes. Garlic bread is dry and flavorless. Tortellini was tough and chewy. Lasagna was somehow lacking any flavor whatsoever. I even deconstructed it to figure it out. Noodles were soggy. Sauce was watery. Sausage and beef had no seasoning.... none, zero, zip, nada. The manicotti did have some basil, but I'm not sure they have ever heard of garlic. Server was good, she deserves a better restaurant. read more

Authentic Italian food. Lots of long-timer guests and wait staff which is usually a good sign that the restaurant is excellent. Not flashy - very homey, just like dinner at my Italian grandmother's house read more

I was told yesterday to call at 330 or 400 to order dinner for pickup today at 430. When I called at 400 like they suggested, they said they open at 500 and that we need to call later. I guess they don't need the business, won't do this again! read more

Always amazing! We had their eggplant parmigiana last night and the calamari as an appetizer... just superb. Service is excellent! Frankie's Italian is closer, so we normally dine there, however, Frankie's was closed for "repairs??" so we ended up her. I'd forgotten just how good La Strada is! Glad Frankie's was closed! Got a new favorite now!! read more

La Strada has been a staple of the East Cobb area for as long as I can remember. They've changed management a few times, but they still offer the same midpriced Italian food that I remember even as a child. The style is old-world Italian, with paper tableclothes and crayons so that the kids (or you) can make as large a mess as possible. Bread and olive spread is provided free, and usually is good enough to fill me up before my entree even comes. The fresh fish here is often a great choice, as the fish importer they use drives up fish every day (Not kidding) from from Florida. So basically, you can't get fresher seafood. Often, though, I get the veal which has always been cooked right and is delicious. I've never really had anything I didn't like here. The prices are a bit high, two people will average out to $30 including tip, and more if you buy wine. A standard, reliable Italian meal at not too ridiculous prices. read more

Friends took us here for dinner the first time back in 2001. Loved it! Hooked ever since. Great menu - food selection. Hate olives, but fell in love with the Olive tempenade. Great Italian Dining! read more

I'm definitely a fan of this place. Overall the selections are great, the staff are all friendly and attentive, and it actually feels like you're getting a true home-cooked meal instead of something poured out of a bag and reheated in a huge chain restaurant. Salads: You have the choice of a Caesar or vinaigrette with blue cheese. Both are exceptional. Their meatballs will leave you speechless. Not overpowering, just delicious, seasoned perfectly and very tender with a good texture. Their nightly chef's specials are usually always pleasing, and their seafood selection is perfectly matched to every dish that I've ordered in the past. One note, they use sea scallops, not bay scallops, so they're quite enormous when they come out on the plate. Seating is a bit tight in there at times, but you don't feel crowded and it's not loud at all, even on a busy night. If you're looking for really great Italian food, this is the place to go, there seem to be quite a few regulars that go here I've seen on different occasions. read more

We always come here for the gnocchi! We've tried other things but we're always getting back to this chicken-white-sauce-gnocchi. Simple and nice decor, good Italian food. read more

I love it here. Been coming for years and years with my dad. I love the olive tapenade served at the beginning with warm baked bread. I love the spicy sausage in a pink vodka sauce it's delicious! The ossumbucco is also wonderful and my little sisters favorite entree. Great wine selection that won't send you to the bank and very authentic Italian selections on their menu. It is a neighborhood spot in Marietta so they offer a kids menu and give you crayons to draw on the table that's covered with white paper. I always order bruschetta unless the owner sends us some which is typical and the best part is the crime brûlée here. Oh my lanta it's the best! Step mom loves their tiramisu, and we end the night with coffee or one last dirty martini read more

Once upon a time, we loved this place but it had been quite a while since visiting. Unfortunately, we were less than impressed with our dinner and will not return. Both the shrimp fra Diablo and Alfredo with chicken were flavorless. The Alfredo sauce had no cheese. The chicken was tender, but not seasoned. The garlic bread was good, but only two very small slices. The Caesar salad had brown lettuce and the dressing lacked garlic. The shrimp in the fra diablo were over cooked and the sauce was oily and not in the least bit spicy. I guess, at $17.95 for a pasta dish, I expected something enjoyable. read more

Excellent service and food. Loved the cozy atmosphere. Garlic bread is excellent. The tiramisu is the best!!

Simply wonderful experience! From the moment you walk in the door and are greeted by the outgoing owner, Ianni, your time and money will be well spent! The quality and flavor are unsurpassed. And, I promise you will have a take home delight, also -- the portions are large, to say the least. Wonderful wine selection. The wait staff is most personable. A true dining pleasure! Go! If it's your first time, it won't be your last -- you will become addicted and a regular. Casual with a stylish flair! Dave K. read more

A delightful hidden gem we'd driven by many times and had overlooked due to its unassuming exterior. But we corrected that oversight tonight and they've made good use of their interior space and found a decent number of tables and booths. We found the atmosphere inviting and comfortable and we were greeted warmly. Our waitress was equally friendly and attentive and we found the service excellent and she ensured our drinks and bread were always refilled. That bread was light with a crispy toasting and excellent garlic butter and a small ramekin of tapanade on the side. For my entrée I ordered the Scallopini Saltimbocca di Vitello: veal topped with prosciutto and spinach in a white wine sauce. Instead of the garlic mashed potatoes I upgraded to a vegetable risotto. The dish was savory and all the ingredients fresh and I didn't waste a single drop of the delicious sauce. The risotto was creamy and the chunky vegetables were perfectly cooked - not too crunchy as I feared due to their size, but not so soft as to loose their shape. My wife had the Stuffed Parmigiano: breaded chicken baked with prosciutto, eggplant, marinara, and mozzarella and also found it delicious. The portion size was good and there were some leftovers, and the waitress kindly added some untoasted garlic bread to go with the leftovers. With two soft drinks our mean was a tad over $50 before tip. I'm looking forward to revisiting this location and exploring the other items on the menu. read more

La Strada is our favorite restaurant and we go as often as possible. All the fish is to die for and I highly recommend it. The spaghetti bolognese, chicken parmesan, chicken picatta and lasagne are exceptional. One of their specialties is pork medallions in cherry? sauce which is also fantastic. The olive tapenade with garlic bread is delicious. The bar is also excellent. The owner is hands on and everyone there remembers you. They are all very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and specials of the day. I feel the prices are consistent for the area and the quality of the food having lived here for 39 years. Even though they are busy, you usually do not have an extended wait time. read more

My last supper in Marietta, and it was a good one. Gnocchi with cheese, chicken and roasted red peppers, garlic bread, and a salad was a perfect meal. Even the stepmother-in-law abandoned her pretense at not being hungry and devoured a large plate of spaghetti with meat sauce. This is truly a great neighborhood Italian place, unimpressive from the curb but perfect inside. Far better than you'd expect to find in Marietta amid the Waffle Houses, chicken joints and chain "family" restaurants. La Strada is the kind of place you want to take your family, break bread, and talk about stuff. read more

What can I say about La Strada? We found it by accident. We happened to be in the neighborhood and had never seen the restaurant there before. It caught my eye, because it said it was an Italian restaurant on the sign. I really should have seen it before because it is right on Johnson's Ferry Road, maybe because it is a small restaurant. We were welcomed at the door, by who we think was the owner. He had a deep Italian accent. Everyone was really friendly and nice. We started out with an appetizer of tomatoes and mozzarella(believe it is called caprese?) It was a great way to start the meal. We shared a bowl of lentil soup that was out of this world. They were very patient and knew how to handle parents that had a 2 year old eating a Frosty and terroizing their booth seat. Our little boy destroyed his side of the booth. We left a good tip, not only for the great service, but for the attitude of service that our waiter had. We were checked on once by the owner of the restaurant as well, which always makes us feel welcomed. He was a very sweet older Italian man. Back to the food. We then moved to main dishes. I ordered the stuffed Chicken Marsala. It was really good! I also ordered a side of pasta with red sauce and a meatball. It was good, but not the best red sauce I have had at an Italian restaurant. Lucia's is a tad better. We ordered dessert, tiramisu and a cannoli. They were both good, would order again, but not the best in town. read more

Great East Cobb spot for delicious Italian food. Dined here tonight with 2 friends; it's been years since I have last eaten here. Wow! I should not have waited so long to come back. Such a cozy restaurant with lots of tasty Italian options. I had the veal Marsala with a Ceasar salad. The veal was tender and the Marsala sauce was perfectly seasoned. I also enjoyed the Ceasar salad that came with my main dish. We were too full for dessert but I will be back again soon! read more

This is one of our regular go-to places.They have an exceptionally friendly and attentive staff and the best Chicken Parm in the South!

Been wanting to try this place and finally got around to it. The food was actually pretty good! Staff was pleasant. Overall, it was a good experience! read more

This probably now one of my favorite Italian place in GA now. The spaghetti is spectacular! I will look forward to coming back here when I want Italian food. - written by my 10 year old daughter. We thought the food was amazing as well. Staff is friendly even when very busy. Definitely worth the trip. read more

The food is amazing! And it is great to support local family businesses. What else can I say but, get thee to La Strada.

Service problem. Great food. Ordered takeout for wife's birthday. Wife ordered fettuccine Alfredo. Picked it up and got home to find it was fettuccine Alfredo with chicken, broccoli and mushrooms. Called them and they said it was our mistake in ordering even though we ordered the same two weeks prior and it was perfect. They made it the way we requested and at pickup the server continued to say it was our fault. Very rude. Bye bye La Strada. read more

Ordered lasagna with soup. I only live 13 minutes from restaurant and once I get home the soup was cold not even warm. The lasagna noodles were not fully cooked and I called the restaurant and the so-called manager said that the soup won't be hot from the time I leave till I get home. The so-called manager Said I could warm up the soup And would not take any responsibility for the soup being cold or the lasagna not being fully cooked. Basically the so-called manager deflected any fault of his own. Basically I just wasted my hard earned money on a unsatisfactory sorry meal. I might as well thrown the $20 out the window of my car. Must be nice for LaStrada to take people's hard earned money and not take any responsibility for a mistake I guess they are perfect for service and never never make mistakes. SORRY!!!! read more

I can say with confidence that La Strada is my favorite Italian restaurant in the Atlanta/Metro Atlanta area. My love for La Strada started with my wives' family. We would go here for every big event. My parents even threw my wife and I our rehearsal dinner there. They were able to accommodate 50-52 of our guests comfortably. Everyone raved about the food and how they would definitely go back. John, the owner, is great at what he does. He genuinely cares for his customers. The work he does on a regular basis to show that he appreciates your business is unreal. Not to mention the work that he put into the rehearsal dinner being able to serve those 50-52 people at the same time. He always greets you by name and maybe even send over a Creme Brûlée, he makes the experience what it is. Lastly, and certainly not least, the food. The food is unreal. I have never had a dish that i did not finish completely. They cook all of their meat to perfection and always use the freshest ingredients. A lot of times with restaurants i attend, I find a dish and stick with it. I do not do that with La Strada, I love to mix it up and order different entrees. From the Veal Marsala, Chicken Parm, Shrimp Sambucca, to the Lamb Shank, it is all great. I will continue to go to La Strada and highly recommend that you check it out. read more

The food was very good and the service was excellent. Nice place for a quiet date, or family dinner.

We really enjoy this local restaurant where we are always personally greeted by the owner, Yannis. My husband and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary at one of La Strada's famous Wine Dinners last night. It was an amazing 5 course meal with a new wine served with each new dish. It was great! The only problem was that we ate and drank way too much! This is also a great family restaurant with a nice casual atmosphere. We usually bring our kids with us, and they love all of the pasta dishes. read more

This little neighborhood gem is by far the most consistently delicious Italian food in East Cobb. Don't judge this place by the outside - it doesn't look like much, but boy is it good. Love the Cheese Ravioli and the Shrimp & Portobello. Their seafood specials are always delicious. Kids eat free on Sunday before 6, so this is a great place to come with the kids early. Portions are generous and flavorful. As for dessert, their tiramisu is perfect to take home! Always too full to eat at the restaurant. Don't miss this great restaurant! read more

Great independent, family owned restaurant, friendly service, nice atmosphere and outstanding Italian food. It's small and cozy so weekend dinner can get a bit crowded, but it's well worth the wait, and if you request a booth there is plenty of space. This is our family's favorite local place to eat. read more

My parents often chose La Strada as a nicer date spot when I was growing up. Tonight I went for the first time myself with my wife. It was the best meal I have had in a long time. The food was absolutely outstanding. It felt like everything we had was an authentic Italian family recipe. Everything was so flavorful, genuine and fresh. And their little building has a charm that makes it feel like you're on vacation. Now I know why my parents went there! read more

this place is right down the street from my grandma's, and whenever I come visit my family and i come to La Strada, so I've been dining here for years. The owner remembers us and is always so kind and friendly. The fish of the day is always a solid choice, but they also have good ravioli and picatta. The bread they serve is usually warm with the olive tapenade. There is a reason my family keeps coming back! My only gripe is that it's pretty expensive, and this is coming from a girl who lives and works in DC- so I'm used to expensive prices! A lot of the good entrees are $20 dollars or more, and to me, that's a little more pricey than what I think it should be given the food and location. read more

fantastic Italian food... great nightly specials. soft shell crabs were excellent. manicotti was fantastic veal parm was decadent. a little pricey but you get what you pay for. service was impersonal and robotic.. but solid... go get it.. read more

I've driven by the restaurant so many times without stopping by and checking it out. Well that all changed last night, and boy, was it worth it. The waiting staff was excellent, and the food was of equal caliber. La Strada provides an atmosphere of intimacy, but on a casual level. The seating area was quite small, so I wonder how long I would have to wait on a busy night (perhaps a Friday or Saturday). read more

When driving by this place, you might not notice it. It's very small. However, usually within 30-45 minutes of opening, the parking lot is full. It is very small inside but it feel very quaint. They are open on Christmas and Easter, so eating here on the holidays is a part of tradition and we usually come in between those days! Very reasonably priced and classic traditional Italian food. Our kids love it and there are very few places where the eat everything we give them. read more