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    Mama Caruso's Café & Bakery

    5.0 (1 review)
    InexpensiveDesserts, Italian, Bakeries
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    La Bella Tavola

    La Bella Tavola

    4.3(70 reviews)
    24.2 mi
    $$

    What a fantastic stop in Cuero! From the moment I sat down, everything felt warm and welcoming. The…read moremeal started with fresh, hot garlic rolls -- perfectly soft and flavorful, and with butter already on the table it was so easy to enjoy them right away. A simple tossed salad followed, crisp and refreshing, just the right lead-in for the main event. And oh, that main course! I ordered the Veal Marsala with veggies, and it was absolutely outstanding -- rich, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. Each bite had me smiling, and it was the kind of dish that makes you want to slow down and savor it. The staff here deserves their own round of applause. My server was attentive and kind, and when it came time to pay, the lady at the counter was so friendly it felt like leaving a friend's house after dinner. This little gem has won me over completely. When I pass through Cuero again, there's no question -- I'll be back at La Bella Tavola without a doubt.

    To say I was disappointed by my meal here would be an understatement. I had wanted to try La Bella…read moreTavola for several years and finally did this evening. I imagined on Valentine's Day that the atmosphere would be more pleasant but it was completely lifeless inside. There was no music playing and practically no one speaking to each other, making it quite awkward for my friends and I. We started with a very underwhelming Caesar salad, to say it was average would be a lie. We then bit into very obviously frozen mozeralla sticks with no flavor and a rubbery texture. Our pasta dishes were painfully plain, with the lasagna not even being layered, sauce that had no flavor, and an overwhelming amount of rubbery cheese. I understand this is a small town and suppliers likely don't provide the best options. However, I was actually angry when I ordered FOCACCIA and received a French roll cut down the middle and covered in more rubbery cheese. I suppose whoever made the menu has just never had focaccia anywhere else and assumed it means cheesy bread in Italian. Not to mention my server tried to charge me twice for it. If you are looking for somewhere to eat in Cuero do yourself a favor and go to Whataburger, Taqueria Jalisco, or pick up a frozen lasagna from HEB if you are really craving Italian. Quite frankly this was the worst italian food I've ever had, I'm sorry to say.

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    La Bella Tavola - "Focaccia"

    "Focaccia"

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    Ere's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria

    Ere's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria

    4.4(61 reviews)
    63.3 mi

    Our Airbnb host recommended Ere's, so we decided to order takeout for dinner. We were a little…read morehesitant at first because the pasta photos online didn't look especially appetizing, but we were able to order non-pasta items and were pleasantly surprised. Ere's is also one of the few restaurants open in La Grange at 8 p.m. on a Saturday night, making it a convenient option after a full day of activities. The garlic knots were fresh, warm, and delicious, although I was expecting a stronger garlic flavor. Don't forget to order the marinara sauce or garlic oil for dipping! The Caprese salad was fresh and refreshing, and the grilled chicken was simple, well-cooked, and satisfying. Overall, Ere's was a dependable choice for takeout. The food traveled well, and it was a convenient option for a late dinner when many other restaurants had already closed.

    Being from out of town, I wasn't sure where to grab dinner, but I'm really glad I found this place…read more The pasta combo caught my eye because I couldn't decide on just one dish, and it ended up being the perfect choice. Everything was favorful, and cooked just right. I loved being able to try different pastas and sauces in one meal. The portions were generous, and I definitely left full and happy. The staff made me feel welcome from the moment I walked in, and the atmosphere had that comfortable, authentic Italian feel that makes you want to sit back and enjoy your meal rather than rush through it. As someone just passing through town, this was one of those places I'd happily make a return trip for. If you're visiting or local and love good Italian food, the pasta combo is absolutely worth ordering. It felt like a homemade meal served by friends.

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    Ere's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria - Post fishing trip dinner

    Post fishing trip dinner

    Ere's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria - 3 x side order of grilled chicken

    3 x side order of grilled chicken

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    Vicenzas - Here's a picture of the front of the restaurant with the number to call when you want to order something yummy! (361)217-3070

    Vicenzas

    4.2(6 reviews)
    43.1 mi

    We have eaten here three times. First when a different owner was running the place and it was…read moreactually delicious. The second time was with the current owner and the eggplant parmigiana was good but the pasta sampler was very bland. We waited several months to give it another shot as we know things could improve. We ordered fried calamari, supreme pizza and baked Tuscany. They were out of the fried calamari, it happens, but it seems like a reoccurring incident with many items as the waitress told the table behind us they were out of many items. My husband had the pizza and said it was good but the dough was not cooked all the way through and he could barely hold a slice because it was soggy. My pasta was very good, big portion. The bread rolls were probably my favorite part, very good and while they don't give oil with them the Parmesan and pepper flakes on the table were enough. The poor waitress was very overwhelmed with a large crowd tonight, she needs an additional person handling the drinks and check out counter. She did her best but forgot many orders and drink orders and returned to the table to re ask or confirm. My advice to her is to always bring her notepad, take some anxiety medicine, and wear some lavender. The owner/ chef in the kitchen, some advice would to ditch the menu entirely and have daily specials only! Have 6 meals available at all times rotate your dishes and a soup and salad combo always available. Go back to a simpler menu until it's manageable and then you can grow your team and add more options. Your portions are big and food is okay, it will be easier, better, more efficient, and quality will improve when you limit your menu. Overall for decent food, long waits, and an underwhelming place to eat out, give it a shot. Next time I'll be going to the seafood place next door. (P.S. The water has a chlorine taste to it, not sure if this is all of Halletsville but if so the city needs to update its filtration! The chlorine lingering behind soft drinks at every restaurant is awful.)

    Food is always great, but they don't want you to call in an order, the phone number is invalid…read more Guess they're not savy enough to update social media.

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    Vicenzas - Fresh meat lovers  pizza made hot and ready in minutes!

    Fresh meat lovers pizza made hot and ready in minutes!

    Vicenzas - Shrimp Florentine on top of linguine pasta!

    Shrimp Florentine on top of linguine pasta!

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