We had dinner here as a group of four on a Thursday. They don't take reservations and we had to…read morewait about 45 minutes to get a table, but it seemed like they were pretty understaffed. Our server was running around taking care of tables inside and outside. Definitely not the place to go if you're in a hurry! The food itself was delicious. We loved the Rita pasta and I could have had 6 more servings of tiramisu. My fave was the chicken parm!

We drove an hour to try this restaurant after calling the day before and being told that arriving…read morebetween 5:15-5:30 p.m. would "most likely be fine," as they don't get busy until 6. We arrived at 5:30 and were quoted a 45-minute wait (possibly less). We stood outside for over an hour. During that time, we watched multiple parties who arrived after us get seated ahead of us--including a two-top seated immediately after we were told we were "next." When we questioned it, staff were defensive and claimed some guests "live nearby," put their names in earlier, and leave to wait for a text. That was never explained on the phone or upon arrival. From what we directly observed, the seating process did not appear first-come, first-served. It appeared selective. Transparency matters, and so does basic courtesy when guests ask legitimate questions. Ten minutes after we finally left--after waiting over an hour--we were told our table was ready. By then, the issue was no longer the wait, but the clear lack of organization and professionalism. We will not be returning.

Five Stars - An Exceptional Dining Experience!…read more If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine at its absolute finest, look no further than the Pastaio Restaurant located in Wintersville, Ohio. From the moment you walk through the door, you're welcomed with genuine hospitality and treated like family--something that's becoming far too rare these days. Every dish is prepared with incredible attention to detail, using fresh, high-quality ingredients that create unforgettable flavors. Whether it's the pasta, entrées, appetizers, or desserts, every meal is consistently outstanding. You can truly taste the pride, passion, and dedication in every bite--this is what happens when people care deeply about what they do. The service is simply exceptional. The staff is attentive, friendly, professional, and always eager to make your dining experience memorable. It's refreshing to visit a restaurant where customer satisfaction isn't just a goal--it's a standard they live by every single day. One thing that immediately stands out is the impeccable cleanliness of the entire establishment. The dining room, restrooms, and every visible area reflect a commitment to excellence and professionalism that is second to none. It speaks volumes about the pride they take in their business. This Wintersville, Ohio restaurant represents everything we should be supporting--hardworking people, a locally owned business, and a team that refuses to cut corners. In a world where consistency is rare, they deliver it every single time. That deserves recognition. Without hesitation, I give this restaurant five stars and my highest recommendation. If you appreciate authentic Italian cuisine, exceptional hospitality, and want to support a business that truly earns your loyalty, this is a place you simply must experience. Let's continue to recognize and support establishments like this that set the standard of excellence. Bravo to the entire team! Tony & Tara Mougianis

Wow what a little gem! We started with the bread service, comes with tapenade and butter for $4…read more The bread was warm and delicious. We ordered the burrata with crostini which was really good. I ordered the special - pasta with a cheese sauce, mushrooms, sausage, sun dried tomatoes and peas. It was so good!! I don't know the name but don't hesitate to order the special. We also got a linguini with clam sauce, which was great!! We ordered tiramisu to go and got a huge portion to go. The service was great. Our server was so knowledgeable and we felt well taken care of! The ambiance is good, both indoor and outdoor seating available.

Love Caporella's! Always a delightful experience. Food is always a hit. Our favorites are the…read morechicken parm, crab stuffed shrimp and any of the veal dishes. Wine list is great and the restaurant has a cool underground vibe. Service is consistently stellar.

Am from out of town and so glad to find this place to take my father. The regular menu is extensive…read moreand daily special menu is great, wanted to try everything. We had burrata salad with heirloom tomato and and potato soup. I had the Australian barramundi - with lemon and capers very good, father got the grilled salmon. We both really enjoyed the food and ambiance. The server was a little gruff but he had a lot of tables and was quite busy working hard. Will definitely be back next time in town

Fantastic I like…read moretotally flew by the seat of my pants when I planed the West Virginia portion of our trip. Wheeling seemed to be somewhere in the vicinity of our drive to Morgantown tomorrow so I decided to stay the night. Looking for a place for dinner, I stumbled upon this place on Yelp in wheeling. Little did I know what an iconic place this is. We arrived at 5:15 on a Wednesday evening bc we are getting old. A couple leaving at 5:15 made us see our future. We were fortunately seated immediately. The inside is SO CUTE. I can't get enough of it. It felt like such an authentic Italian experience. Our server was incredible. So nice, personable, helpful. We started with our beverage orders. I went with a little something off their cocktail menu the elderflower martini which, exactly as I expected, was way more like spiked juice than a "martini" but I wouldn't want it any other way. Don't think I wasn't intrigued by the fried cheese but we have been eating a fair amount of that lately so instead of offering an app, I opted for an entree (stuffed rigatoni) and a side of broccoli. GF ordered fettuccine with red clam sauce. She got a house salad and I didn't for some reason. The broccoli was seasoned wonderfully but the texture wasn't as crisp as I would have liked. The rigatoni and the house sauce was ORGASMIC. That sauce is incredible I would gladly buy it by the jar. The rigatoni were al dente pillows of creamy ricotta heaven. Spectacular. GF regarding her red clam sauce pasta, "delicious". We also ordered the tiramisu to go so stay tuned on that.

Words can not express this experience. We were heading home to VA from Cincinnati. Hubby found this…read moreplace on yelp with rave reviews. It was a Monday evening. We arrived and thought maybe we are a little underdressed for this place. So we asked for outside seating. There was a couple with a kiddo out there it was quiet and not as cold as inside. Very nice. Drinks? Asked the waitress "do you have sweet and is it good!?" "Oh yes!" She replied. Me and my grandson agreed on sweetea. She brought it out and it was quite weak and had an odd taste. Yuh, they don't have filtered water. So it's WV chlorinated. We ordered an appetizer and it came quickly. 2 Ribeyes medium and medium rare. And a cod filet. The cod came out 45 min before the steaks. We kept being told by the waitress and owner I'm guessing "just a few more minutes!" An hour after sitting down maybe longer two well don't steaks were sat infront of hubby and grandson. Absolutely not! We were going to suck it up but it wasn't cheap. So the guy said he'd take and replace the steaks. 30 ish min later the steaks came out still overdone. They gave us no discounts brought out an entire other full serving of food. Over 2 1/2 hours total. We were going to serve the overcooked meet to our dogs and they wouldn't even eat the meat or the bone. Apparently this place is popular with the locals but our experience was extremely poor.

diAnoia's absolutely lived up to the hype! The restaurant was hopping, but the service was warm,…read moreattentive, and never missed a beat. The whipped ricotta with lemon and crostini was a perfect start, the butter bean salad with cucumber and tomato was unbelievably fresh and outstanding, and the Caprese panzanella was beautifully balanced with incredible seasonal flavor. You can taste the quality in every bite. We can't wait to come back!

This place feels like Alla Famiglia's younger sister with an Italian beach club vibe. The patio is…read moreabsolutely adorable and was one of my favorite parts of the experience! We stopped by while walking around the Strip District looking for a quick lunch. During lunch service, you order at the kiosk, find a seat, and clean up after yourself, which makes for a casual and easy experience. Food: The tomato sauce here is probably some of the best red sauce I've had in a long time. We ordered the Caprese Panzanella, meatballs, crispy potatoes, and spaghetti with red sauce. Everything was delicious, but the salad completely stole the show for me. It was packed with fresh ingredients, bright flavors, and so many different textures that worked perfectly together. Every dish tasted fresh, simple, and executed well. Service: For lunch, you're mostly taking care of yourself, but the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming whenever we interacted with them. This is one of those places that doesn't need a long review because you really just need to try it for yourself. I'd absolutely recommend stopping by if you're visiting Pittsburgh for either lunch or dinner. Fresh ingredients, great flavors, and a fun atmosphere. My only regret is losing my phone and all the photos I took here!

Let's eat together & celebrate my MIL's birthday…read more A little slice of Italy in McMurray South Hills of Pittsburgh. Craft cocktails (OMG...the SPRITZ options) & artisan wines meet an ever-changing Italian menu, all served in an effortlessly upscale setting. Perfect for date night, birthdays, or any special occasion. Pro tip: If you're celebrating, let them know!!! They'll add the guest of honor's name to the menu and the chalkboard above the kitchen. It is such a thoughtful, personal touch. Wine pick: a bottle of Zenato Valpolicella Ripassa (a must if you love red) What I ordered: smoked provolone, casa salad, cacio e pepe, chicken piccata Finished with a birthday chocolate cake...absolutely delicious Save this spot for your next celebration! Enjoy

3.5 stars. Long, detailed review... Arlecchino Ristorante is a casual-elegant Italian restaurant…read morethat is uniquely inside a one-room schoolhouse that was built in 1907. This restaurant is open for dinner and catering for dining in and takeout. It has many of the same menu items as its excellent sister restaurant Alla Famiglia. Each meal includes bread and oil, optional appetizers (e.g., meatball and mussels diavolo), a first course of salad and pasta, the chosen main course (e.g., chicken marsala, cacciatore, veal chop, and filet mignon), and then if desired dessert. Alcoholic beverages (e.g., cocktails, wines, and beers) are also available. For my husband's and my wedding anniversary, I made a reservation for Arlecchino through OpenTable. We arrived shortly after they opened for the day. Our first impressions: Valet was required for our vehicle. We felt interested in seeing the exterior and remodeled interior of the schoolhouse. Most of the restaurant was empty then, but the seating hostess took us to the worst table--the smallest table inches from the front door. I requested a different table, and she then gave us a much better one. OpenTable had said that the dress code was business casual, but other customers wore casual clothes, and a hostess wore shorts and a baggy sweatshirt hoodie. Our names were written on a chalkboard above the kitchen and on my menu but not my husband's menu. Our waiter provided timely service and spoke courteously with us. (If you are wondering how to pronounce the restaurant's name, he told me something like are-lee-kee-no or our-lee-key-no.) Here are my ratings for what my husband and I ate: Autumn Spritz - 4 stars - This spritz contained apple cider, Marie Brizard Apry, prosecco, and soda, and I liked its flavors. Smoked Provolone - 2 stars - Smoked provolone was topped with black truffles and arugula. Neither my husband nor I liked this appetizer. I took two bites, and he tried to eat half. Casa Salad - 4.5 stars - This salad consisted of mixed greens, roasted peppers, raisins, walnuts, olives, gorgonzola, and slightly too much vinaigrette. Caesar Salad - 4.5 stars - My husband ate this salad, and he said that it was his favorite food in the entire meal. Cavatappi Alla Vodka - 4 stars - My husband ate this pasta, and I took one bite, and I thought that it tasted good. Cacio E Pepe - 4 stars - Months ago at Alla Famiglia, we loved the locatelli romano cheese wheel at the tableside, so we felt excited to try it at Arlecchino. The waiter definitely mixed the linguini, cream, oil, and pepper in the cheese wheel. This cacio e pepe tasted good but not as great as what we remember from Alla Famiglia. Halibut - 3.5 stars - My main course was this special menu item. The halibut tasted bland but was served with black-tiger shrimp, carrots, tomatoes, zucchini, cauliflower, and butternut squash that added some nice flavors. I did not know the price for this fish until I saw the bill, and it was $72. Veal monzu - 4 stars - The veal was nicely breaded and fried and topped with mozzarella, jumbo lump blue crab, pine nuts, and lemon butter. My husband ate it, and my one taste-test bite indicated that it was flavorful. My husband was not interested in trying dessert, so we skipped it. Our total bill was $178 plus tax, tip, and a credit-card surcharge. Comparatively, I think that Alla Famiglia has significantly better food, but Arlecchino is worth a try.

Genuinely the best Italian I've had in a looonnngg time (if not, ever!!!). If you want to eat here,…read moremake sure you make a reservation! Everyone is so kind and attentive and takes such great care of you. We got the scallops, sausage and pepper pasta, and the chicken sugo. For dessert, we had the maritozzi and crème brûlée.

As soon as I walked in the doors it felt like I was transported back to Italy. This family run…read morebusiness is a Pittsburgh gem and the owners are as sweet as their pastries. Hands down some of the best desserts in the city by a long shot. The pizza is also very good and service was quick during lunch time. It is a very intimate interior and would be great for a date night. Will be back to try some homemade pasta!

We've been going to Angelo's since the 90's. Excellent service and food! Very good dessert menu…read morealong with speciality coffees!

Great food Great service. Celebrated our 53 wedding anniversary with a perfect dinner at Angelo's…read more Great food Great service. Celebrated our 53 wedding anniversary with a perfect dinner at Angelo's