This was the perfect dinner to carb‑load the night before our big 23‑mile hike, and it did not…read moredisappoint! We started with the baked feta dip, and as always, you can't go wrong--it arrived still bubbling at the table and was absolutely delicious. We each followed up with salads and pasta dishes, all of which we thoroughly enjoyed. The portion sizes were generous enough that we even had leftovers to take to‑go, which is always a win. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, offering recommendations when we had questions about the drink menu. Our server checked in on us multiple times and made us feel genuinely valued as guests. Great food, great service, and exactly what we needed to fuel up for the next day.

This was my first visit to Giuseppe's Cafe. I was totally impressed. We had the large all meat…read morepizza. I could tell the gravy (sauce) was homemade. I do a fair amount of Italian cooking myself, and can tell the difference between homemade gravy/sauce, and that fro a can or jar. I will be going back soon. The service was fantastic! The ambience reminds me of my favorite Italian restaurant in NYC.

We ate here last night. Food was really good as always. I had the short rib pasta and the beef…read morecarpaccio. Delicious. Service was just ok this time. Our server, he, was just bland. No energy but was attentive. A very upscale design in the restaurant.

TRE LUNAAAAAA!! This place has been living rent free in my…read morehead since I left. One of my friends chose this restaurant for our girls night out & it was an absolutely perfect choice. We all agreed beforehand that we wanted to try a new place that felt pretty relaxed and had outdoor seating. This place gave everything, plus some! We didn't have to wait long for a table, and our waiter was very attentive & knowledgeable about the menu. He answered all of our questions & helped me decide what to order. The outdoor seating is spacious & it was nice to hear the live music coming from a neighboring business. My friends got the Goofy Foot drink & said that it was good but definitely on the stronger side w/the tequila. I opted for a glass of Riesling, it was delicious & paired perfectly with my meal. We didn't get any appetizers. I ordered the fish of the day: Red Snapper w/a Sweet Pea, Tomato & Saffron Risotto 20/10 I always judge food on whether it's "first bite" good & every piece on my plate passed the test. One of my friends chose the Smoked Salmon Pizza, which I was a bit skeptical about at first, but I tried a slice & it was so good. Definitely an out of the ordinary pizza combo that made me rethink all the ways smoked salmon can be used. Another friend ordered the Grilled Ribeye w/Brussel Sprouts & Mashed Potatoes, she loved it! The espresso martinis were also delicious. I wanted a cannoli for dessert but they were sold out, unfortunately. Overall, I'll definitely be returning b/c the food, pricing & atmosphere are all worth the drive. Can't wait to try the lunch menu next!

Luxurious, lively, Italian dining! Expect a full experience and all the people watching you could…read morewant! A divine wine list and scrumptious apps to start off. The hits were the Lamb Chops and the Branzino, with nods to the Halibut and Seafood Pasta special, Lasagna, and Mushroom Pasta. A perfect setting for a lively group or celebrating a special occasion!

Fantastic food, service and atmosphere! It's loud, which wasn't good for my 80+ yr-old dad, but…read morevery good experience overall. Great wine list, as well.

I came here on a Wednesday night and they were having a wine tasting. They also had all their wine…read morebottles half off, which was nice. I have been here a couple times to do a pizza and mozzarella class. I'm going to a limocello class at the end of the year. I came here with a wine group that I'm a part of I typically like sweet wine so I ended up getting a can of Moscato. I got the Margarita pizza and just so you know all their pizza is well done like almost burnt so if you don't like that, you need to tell them so. The pizza was OK. I would've liked more sauce on it. We sat outside and it was really nice. The staff is so friendly and helpful. We even had one of their staff take a picture of all of us. I think next time I come, I may try one of their pasta dishes.

I found pictures from this restaurant in my phone and realized I hadn't left a review. So here it…read moreis! My bestie and I decided on having dinner here one summer afternoon. I ordered what looks like the Alfredo rolls (I remembered being on a meatless month). Looking at the menu now, I don't see that as an option unfortunately. My bestie ordered a sausage pizza. I remembered both of us being very impressed with our dishes and wanting to return when we were in the area. The service was great and seating was plenty. The vibe was modern pizzeria in a family type setting. Casual and cozy overall.

10 out of 10! This is a local explosive experience. The atmosphere reminds you of a five star…read morerestaurant with a bar attached to it. The servers are the best. Each time I have came to this location. I have tried something different on the menu and it did not let me down. This is a perfect venue for a date night or a work celebration. We will keep coming to this location!

First visit to Bellini's. Not sure why I haven't been here since I only live 5 mins from the…read morerestaurant. We made a reservation for 8:15 and arrived a little early but they have a table ready for us. The restaurant is decorated nicely with a very nice bar right when you walk into the entrance. Our waiter recommended several items off the menu. We decided to start with the meatballs and the grillled watermelon as appetizers. The meatballs were great, I like the sauce and the burrata on top. The grilled watermelon was a unique blend of flavors but they melded very well together. It was yellow watermelon that had been grilled with arugula, feta and hot honey. For the main course we got the chicken alla vodka and the chicken pamigana. Both dishes were fantastic with homemade pasta, the chicken was cooked perfectly and the sauce for both dishes was flavorful. For dessert we went with the chocolate torte. I enjoyed the dessert but the other folks at the table were not fans of the basil lemon gelato. Overall we really enjoyed our dinner and we will be back.

I had never been to North Italia... But it will definitely be a place that I frequent…read more The strozzapetti with truffles was TO DIE FOR!!! my daughter, and I shared the entrée... And it was so good! My 13 year-old daughter did not know what I had ordered, but the first bite her face lit up and she said "oh my goodness, I taste truffles" It's an open air restaurant that is very loud and very Italian... so it's perfect. We sat at the bar because we knew we were just having a quick shared mail... And the bartender made my daughter the most amazing virgin drinks. He was Fantastic!!

I came here on a Sunday afternoon after some friends, and I competed in the great American game…read moreshow at the summit as well. We were trying to decide what we wanted to eat, and I was able to make a reservation for nine at North Italia, which was surprising to me, but I guess the time that we went which was about 4 o'clock it was not that busy. I actually have the same server I had when I was in there December for a Christmas brunch. Nichole L. Was our server and she was very attentive and did give us some good suggestions on dishes. However, because there were nine of us, she had mentioned that they don't usually split up the bill however, she spoke to her manager was able to do so. I don't understand why this restaurant has this policy. It makes it difficult to go out in a group. There was an 18% gratuity added to our bill, but it was up to you if you wanted to add to it or get rid of it, I added to the tip. I got the chicken Parmesan, which I had had in the past. It was delicious as always, and I split it into two different meals. I will definitely be back here sooner than later

It's so hard to put how good this place is (and its food) into words. It's fresh, not "horrible"…read morefor you, and makes you feel comfortable. This place makes me want to go to Italy even more. And its "dark" presence makes me happy, the music is calming--giving a ballroom vibe, and the table I sat at gave a very fascinating view of the entire place. Our server (Paul) was one of the nicest people I've met--or so I think by the amount of time I talked to him. I absolutely recommend this place for any dates, important birthdays, and events!!

This five star meal can be combined with best gelato in town at Old Bridge Geleteria, (only a block…read moreaway and walkable!) to make a very classy, mysterious Italian evening for a surprise engagement, anniversary or birthday!! Super romantic atmosphere! Wear a little glitz so you shine for your man in the dim romantic light! Heavy curtains, cozy booths, expensive artwork with special indirect lighting, and exquisite 5 star service and food combine to make a memorable evening. When your salad fork comes properly chilled and you are served immediately with complimentary bruschetta, one realizes Amore is no regular restaurant! I had slightly spicy Italian sausage and mushroom pesto pasta and hubby had Shrimp Alfredo. Both were excellent. They included generous serving of green salad which had nice additions to the lettuce with house made vinegarette. The bread was fabulous also, offered with olive oil and spices. The location of Amore is a lovely two story strip center, so it is a bit of a hidden jewel. We had barely saved room for a special dessert next door! We drove the short distance to Cedar Lane leading to the precious little Italian village ( Villagio Colafrancesco) hidden in the woods to the right of the shopping center with Amore. Park behind the strip center. Check hours as usually only open on Thurs, Fri and Saturday but this is the way to end a most romantic evening! Tiny lights and a gorgeous restored farmhouse complete the village with its Italian coffee shop and the best gelato outside of Italy. They even have some nondairy sorbet. Tell your lady to bring a large shawl in case it's chilly inside ( no low cut or super short dresses allowed as this is run by a Catholic group that has a large farm not far away. That provides organic milk and cheese and meat which they also sell. Don't miss their Sistine Chapel style painted rest room too!

Consistent 5-Star Excellence! Outstanding Food, Massive Portions, and Great Value…read more ​Every single time we visit this spot, they absolutely knock it out of the park. If you want a flawlessly executed steakhouse dinner in the Birmingham area without the pretentious price tag, this is your place. ​I ordered the 12oz ribeye with a baked potato, and both were cooked exactly to order. My wife started with their huge, fresh house salad before tackling the massive 16oz ribeye and a fully loaded baked potato. Honestly, the 16oz cut looked like something straight out of The Flintstones--it was beautifully charred, incredibly juicy, and absolutely massive. ​The service matched the stellar quality of the kitchen. Our waitress was incredibly attentive and kept my sweet tea topped off the entire night (which is no easy task!). ​We wrapped up the evening with a slice of chocolate cake. It was literally the size of a diner-style napkin dispenser--decadent, moist, and downright delicious. ​Budget-wise, it's a high-end steakhouse experience, so expect to spend a little money. However, compared to other premium steakhouses around Birmingham, their pricing is incredibly fair and easily on the lower end of the fine-dining spectrum. You get amazing portions, top-tier quality, and fantastic service. Highly recommended!

Second time here... This time for happy hour! We sat inside…read morewhere it was lit nicely but soon the lights went way down. The fire was going, which I found interesting considering it was a warm day. Im assuming for ambiance. Our waitress was ok, soft spoken and not the most outgoing. She seemed like she had something on her mind. Tonight was martini Monday, so had the pineapple martini and it was a little sweet but delicious. I would definitely get this one again. Tried the dirty martini, but tasted more like an extra dirty... Not my fav but still good. Our group ordered several apps to go with the drinks. Everything was amazing. I always find the food good, but the waiters/waitresses not totally with it. The runners have more personality.