Food is great at North.. Service was great when we came in. Kept the table clean and organized in-between our orders. Will recommend

My experience here was great! My server Journey recommended the most delicious meal of Trottole Chicken Pesto. She checked in on me frequently but not too much where it was annoying. The lively atmosphere of North Italia was great with her service, the food, and the great portions! We need more servers like Journey is one thing I have to say!!! read more

I really enjoyed my time at north italia! The food was fast and delicious but our server Nate was what really stood out the most. He was informative about the menu, checked in often, and was very personable... highly recommend! read more

2nd time here today and it was absolutely delicious. The experience was different than my first time. Ordered the Garlic Knot Meatball (sliders) with a side of greens. Nicely seasoned and tossed. Sliders were nice and chewy garlic bread and flavorful meatball filling. The butter cake was the high of the meal. Never expected it to taste this GD good. Warm, crispy edges, the crunch, the moist center, the banana slices, the VB gelato, the caramel, and crumbles of crust sprinkled throughout like WHAT. Hands down, easily one of my new favorite desserts. read more

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North Italia has room to grow, but sadly on my first visit I found the food and drink disappointing compared to other Italian restaurants nearby. I visited on Saturday, April 25th, with a 3pm reservation and it was still quite busy (but also the restaurant was new). We were seated promptly at a table where we could see into the kitchen. I was really impressed with the ambiance, decor, and the bar area and patio looked very inviting! It took a little while for our server to take our order. Unlike other Italian restaurants in the area, bread wasn't brought out automatically, so we ordered the White Truffle Garlic Bread (4.5/5) to start. This was very tasty and we even had leftovers, but sadly this is the only part of the meal I liked. I got the Sunday Night Lasagna (2.5/5), that has some short rib and sausage inside, and it was disappointing. Just not memorable and I wouldn't order it again. I also got a La Spezia (2/5) mocktail as a drink and it wasn't very good. I would consider coming back to try the bar area or patio since the vibe is really nice, and to give another pasta dish or the pizza a chance...But Downtown Walnut Creek has so many Italian restaurants now, and at least 3 of them have better food. read more

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Finally got to try North Italia and it was amazing! First let's talk about the decor, it is beautiful! The ambiance is wonderful for hanging out with friends, having a date night, or having a nice dinner with family. Our server was very friendly and attentive. I dined in with family on Sunday, and we tried various dishes. This is what we had: -Calamari Fritti 5/5: this was delicious! We were impressed with the dish's quality, and it wasn't covered with too much batter. It was not very oily either. -Little Gem Caesar 4/5: The dish was well-balanced and coated with the Caesar dressing, cheese, and croutons. Very refreshing! -Hot Italian Stromboli 5/5: We ordered this one by mistake, and we loved it! Every bite was delicious! Not a lot of bread, just well-balanced. -Hot Honey & Smoked Prosciutto 4/5: the pizza was simple and delicious. I want to try other pizzas, but this was a good, safe choice. -Spicy Rigatoni Vodka with Breaded Chicken 3/5: This was not the best. The sauce had a different aftertaste, and I didn't enjoy it as much. I didn't enjoy this particular dish as much. The chicken was a bit dry too. -Trottole Chicken Pesto 5/5: perfection! The pesto is not overpowering; it has shredded chicken, and every bite is well-balanced. -Pollo Fritto 2/5 (brunch menu): This was a disappointing dish. The hash potatoes and crispy chicken were very dry and over-fried. They were a bit bland. I wouldn't order this again. -Roasted Salmon 4/5: delicious salmon and well-balanced with the other items in the dish. You can't go wrong with this one. Overall, most of the dishes we had were good, and a couple were not as good. We will for sure be back! read more

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A quick stop that turned into a reminder of why this place is always busy. Stopped by with The Kid after a doctor's appointment and the Hercules Cultural Festival. We didn't have a reservation, but were seated immediately in the bar area at one of the high-top tables. Our server was friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the menu. We had already eaten earlier in the day and were just looking for a little something, so we ordered the House-Made Focaccia, which is topped with wild oregano, rosemary, and sea salt. We also added the House Bomba Sauce. The focaccia was excellent. Crispy on the outside, soft and pillowy on the inside, with amazing flavor from the herbs and sea salt. The House Bomba Sauce wasn't really for us personally, but I could absolutely see the appeal. It added a rich, savory element that many people would probably love. Unfortunately, because The Kid has allergies to nuts, tree nuts, and seeds, we weren't able to try the Sicilian Pistachio Pesto Whipped Ricotta option. For drinks, I ordered the famous Sicilian Margarita. It was delicious but definitely stronger than I expected, so I switched to a glass of Moscato, which was much more my speed. The Kid ordered one of their zero-proof drinks and really enjoyed it. The decor is beautiful with large murals throughout the restaurant, and the menu offers something for everyone. They also have an extensive wine list and a dessert menu that definitely caught my eye for next time. Exceptional service, great atmosphere, and delicious food. Looking forward to coming back for a full dinner experience. read more

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Service 4/5 Food 3.5/5 Ambiance 4/5 Drinks 3.5/5 Food is good but nothing "special" about it. My husband and I had a good experience and great server. It was a bit busy when we got there but we got seated right away outside during happy hour. I'd come back with some girls or again during happy hour to try their pizzas! read more

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first time to North Italia yesterday with a friend. Ambience was very nice. They sat us right in front of where they make the pasta. We chose the squid ink dish to split Surprised that it was actually split in two plates a little too peppery, but nonetheless pretty good service was very welcoming read more

North Italia - Pomegranate Mule and split Squid Ink Tonnarelli - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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We had a great dinner experience for my daughters birthday. Jose was awesome and brought all the great suggestions about the menu. Gotta get the focaccia but our crew was not fond of the ricotta add on. The pasta dishes are all amazing! The salads are fresh and lighter for sure. The meatballs are delicious and for the picky eaters they have plain fries?! Great wine list. Fun cocktails. Dessert sundae to finish the night! read more

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The space, indoors and out, is gorgeous. Beautiful vibe on a Saturday night. It was packed. We were told 50 minute wait so we were looking for another place but they got us in in about 10-15 minutes. The service was great but the menu needs some work still. The descriptions should match. The funghi had onions (though the menu did not mention it, and I had told the waitress that I have a near allergy aversion to onions). I only ate one slice and gave it away to the other couple I was with for home. The truffle garlic bread, both in its presentation and taste, is just amazing and made our night. We got a second order. The desserts were disappointing (again, the butter cake should have mentioned banana because my friend hates banana). The drinks were meh. It's right next to The Cheesecake Factory and in a huge space. I hope they fine tune everything soon because there is so much potential. I would definitely come back for that truffle garlic bread even if I have nothing else! read more

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We decided to stop by on a whim for a drink and a small bite without making a reservation. Since the restaurant was busy, they took our name and told us they would call us in about 45 minutes. To their credit, they called us almost exactly 45 minutes later. We ended up having a couple of drinks and a pizza, and everything was excellent. The pizza was delicious, the drinks were great, and the overall quality of the food was impressive. The restaurant was clean, the atmosphere was lively, and the staff were friendly and professional. Even though it was quite busy, everything seemed well organized. Overall, it was a very enjoyable experience and definitely worth 5 stars. We would happily come back again. read more

North Italia - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Recently came here for lunch on a weekend. We were able to get a table without reservations. We ordered 3 cocktails, the truffle garlic bread, calamari, spicy rigatoni and the funghi pizza. Everything came out hot and delicious. Service is attentive and friendly as well. Overall, I would recommend to anyone looking for Italian food. I only took away a star because I noticed they did their tip percentages on the after tax amount and businesses should be doing the tip based off the check amount before taxes. read more

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I originally planned on ordering one of the steak dishes, but they were already sold out. I then switched to the chicken dish, only to find out that was unavailable too, so the restaurant must've been pretty busy even though it was only around 7 PM. I ended up getting the vodka pasta instead, and honestly, it was really good. The sauce was creamy and cheesy without being too heavy or overwhelming. The roasted salmon was also delicious, nicely crispy on the bottom while still not feeling greasy. The pesto pasta was decent as well, but since we ordered three different pastas to share, it started to feel like too much and I eventually got tired of it. read more

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Lowkey disappointed of this place. We got mimosas and they gave us half a carafe of juice which I thought was weird. It looked like someone just drank it and they put it on our table. Service was extremely slow we just awkwardly sat for an hour before even getting drinks even. My food didn't come even after all my friends food came in so I just ended up cancelling my order. We also upgraded the pizza crust and we didn't get the upgrade. She did not table touch at all. The portions were small for how much it was. It was extremely disappointing. Beautiful place but they need to work on so much to actually be successful. Sad. I took my friend here for her birthday and I feel so bad about this. Expected more. read more

North Italia - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Last Monday we came here for drinks at the bar. Luci helped us and she and staff were excellent. My friend and I wanted to try their wine but weren't sure what to order. Luci brought another staff to help with the wine selection and she was great I described what I like and she recommended the Barolo. Which was perfect for me. They were busy as it was a game night. The ambiance is beautiful with a huge paining on wall. And very Italian decor. The place is huge with indoor and outdoor seating. The bar area is a nice size. We also ended up trying their dessert and that butter cake was incredible. I had it with a cappuccino and was a perfect combo. We really enjoyed it and plan to be back. read more

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We tried to make reservations online, but the restaurant was fully booked. Luckily, I called and found open seating at the bar. We wanted to try this new location because it was a favorite of ours in Virginia, specifically for their fabulous Farmers Market Chef's Board and its amazing vegetables. Unfortunately, that option is no longer on the menu. They only offer a meat version now, which was not for us. The new location is nice, featuring large shared tables in front of a few small flat screens over the bar. Service was good. We enjoyed the Pizza Combo paired with a bottle of wine and a few appetizers. Everything was enjoyable, and this is a great place to come with friends for a meal. read more

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Finally caught up with a friend over food and drinks. First time trying this spot. They told me over the phone they were fully booked until 845, but we took a chance and walked in, we only waited 10 minutes. Truffle fries garlic bread, kale and Greek salad with added steak, strozzapreti everything we ordered and every cocktail we tried was just as good def no complaints. read more

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3.5... we came here on a Saturday with 3pm reservations. The restaurant was pretty busy but not totally full. Our server and cocktails were great, however the food itself was good but I'm not in a hurry to come back. We started off with appetizers which were the shrimp scampi, meatballs and the hot honey pizza. The only thing that came out hot was the pizza but that was after they dropped our first pizza. The shrimp and meatballs were good but came out warm, not hot. My friend and I split their seasonal salad and bolognese which were pretty tasty. The restaurant inside is nice and has a nice vibe to it. The service was a little slow but I know this is a newer restaurant so I'm sure everyone is getting acclimated. read more

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Rounding up a bit here. Tried North Italia for lunch on a Friday, and was seated right away. We were given our menus, and had a good amount of time to go through. Our server stopped by to take drink orders, and other than water, I got a cappuccino. We tried the following - Margherita pizza - we wanted to try a pizza to share, and the server recommended the margherita pizza. Good stuff usually, but I wasn't too fond of this one. The pizza was really soft, and the cheese seemed stuck such that it took more effort to pick up the slices. Flavors were alright, but the sogginess wasn't pleasant. Arancini - 6 lil balls to an order with a side of sauce. Both the balls and sauce had good flavor, but the balls were a bit too salty for my liking. Italian Meatballs - my fave thing I tried this time. The meatballs itself were bland and they get pretty solid if not eaten right away. The ricotta and sauce was everything here. So good with the protein balls. Cappuccino - loved the size and cup. Came with a lil spoon and a couple sugars. Flavor was alright, a bit lighter than I usually take, but it was good. Loved the atmosphere / decor here, and service was great for us. I'd love to try some other items on the menu, notably various pastas and other appetizers, and of course, cocktails! read more

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3.5 stars Finally checked out North Italia Walnut Creek's newest spot and I had no idea it's owned by The Cheesecake Factory, but it totally makes sense since it's right next door. Made a reservation just in case, and I still can't believe it took over the old Tilly's space. The layout is gorgeous super spacious with a beautiful outdoor seating area right in front. Staff was friendly, and honestly, such a fun way to keep my birthday celebrations going. My friend couldn't make my birthday dinner, so she wanted to take me out, and I had missed another friend's birthday... so I told her I'd take her out instead. It all worked out since we're all in the same friend group anyway. Food-wise, a few standouts for me: Classic alla vodka Kale salad Burrata House-made donuts The squid ink tonnarelli, though, wasn't my favorite it tasted undercooked and a bit too firm. Overall, I'm definitely down to come back and try more dishes next week with my family. read more

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Beautiful restaurant conveniently nestled next to the parking garage near Pressed Juicery and Buckhorn Grill. We opted to sit on the patio since it was such a gorgeous day, and it made the experience even better. We started with three Italian Spritz for the table-- light, refreshing, and the perfect way to kick things off. The Chef's Board was a standout; it had a great mix of sweet, savory, and crunchy elements. We devoured it and will definitely be ordering it again next time!!! For mains, the Italian Cobb was delicious, but the panzanella completely stole the show. I honestly wish I had ordered that instead!! It was not only more flavorful, but also felt like a better value compared to similar options at Buckhorn, making North Italia a strong choice for anyone deciding between the two. I ordered the chicken parm sandwich-- while it wasn't my personal fav, the portion size was super generous. Service was fantastic. Our server was attentive throughout, and a manager even stopped by to check in and gather feedback, which made the experience feel extra welcoming. Overall, such a warm and inviting atmosphere. I'm already looking forward to coming back and trying more items on the menu. read more

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First time at any North Italia locations and a bit disappointing. A special occasion dinner so we had high hopes. The interior decor is outstanding and the space huge. Even on a Wednesday it was packed and that was contributing to an overall problem. It is Loud! Honestly you can't hear your dinner companions over the noise. Our server had to bend down till she was 2 feet away to explain things to us or answer questions. Food quality varied. Calamari was ok, nice breading, you could taste the squid and the side sauces were terrific. The hot honey and smoked prosciutto pizza was good but not special. And it was served at room temperature. The risotto appetizer was bland, also at room temperature. Highlight of the meal was dessert: butter cake with ice cream was great. The restaurant has only been open a few weeks, so service is a bit chaotic and slow several times. It took almost 15 minutes, just to get water to our the table. We may go back, but honestly there are much better choices for Italian cuisine in WC. read more

North Italia - Hot Honey & Smoked Prosciutto Pizza - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

The white truffle garlic bread is an absolute must-order. The hot honey & smoked prosciutto pizza was also delicious, with a great balance of sweet and savory. That said, the spicy rigatoni vodka fell a bit flat for me and lacked the flavor I was expecting. On the bright side, the service was excellent and the ambiance made for a really nice dining experience. Overall, I enjoyed it, but it did feel a little pricey for what you get. read more

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North Italia is a nice, modern and clean sibling to the next door Cheesecake Factory. The service is friendly and efficient. Overall the food is decent. The chopped chicken salad was very filling with a generous amount of chicken and bacon. As everyone knows, everything is better with bacon. The bolognese pasta was alright. The pasta was slightly chewy and the sauce needs something to elevate the flavor. It just didn't really excel for $27. read more

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We were so excited to try this newly opened restaurant. The parking garage is attached and has free 3 hour parking, located next to Cheesecake Factory. We went on week night it was busy but not overly crowded . I love the large open bar that opens to the outside. Next time I wouldn't mind sitting at the bar. I ordered the kale salad. I wish it had a crunch so I ordered the white truffle garlic bread. So yummy with the crunch and extra dollop of cheese. The short ribs are melt in your mouth so good. I loved the vegetables that came with it. The menu is extensive, I will be back to try some more items. read more

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Wow! We were there for lunch on a Tuesday afternoon and the place was humming! Large - very large!beautifully laid out space, indoor and outdoor. They are here to stay, baby! Serious investment in this brand new restaurant. They do need a few more weeks under their belt to smooth some things out, but they were minor - like mixing up Lunch and Dinner menus. There were four of us and we ordered family style. - chopped chicken salad, actually delicious! Enough to share. - spicy Italian grinder sandwich with Parmesan French fries. Glad we were splitting it! Sandwich was excellent, the extra crispy fries were better! - spicy rigatoni vodka: good, not awesome. Could have been a touch spicier. Our waiter and his helpers were doing fine. The kitchen seemed a little backed up as there was a long wait between the salad and the entrees - and the two entrees came out separately about five minutes apart. Hence, they lost a star. Definitely a nice upscale place with plenty of parking around. Will return! read more

North Italia - Large, upscale are with open kitchen. - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

North Italia opened 2.5 weeks ago, keep that in mind before visiting. The staff is very "green" and confused. There were 5 people behind the front desk doing nothing* as a line crowded around in chaos. Customers were asking each other about wait times and places in line. Wait times are long, despite empty tables inside and outside. After settling on bar seating, we noticed that the staff behind the bar was also plentiful. They socialized with each other, rather than greeting us. We had to interrupt their personal conversation for service. My husband's meal was incorrect, asking to pay the bill was a challenge. We inquired about using apple pay, and a young lady behind the bar asked my husband to unlock his cell phone so she could walk away with it and tap pay all the way down at the end of their very long bar. This was completely unprofessional and alarming. She could have asked my husband to follow her down closer to the pay station. I don't know what's going on here, but it was a stressful and challenging experience. Wouldn't recommend. Perhaps give them ample time to train the staff prior to visiting. read more

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Came here on a sat afternoon and the weather was perfect and ambiance was nice. The service was good but the wait was too long. My Italian Cobb salad was unique and tasty and pretty big. The fig pizza is filling and more on the sweet side and but the dough is too chewy and not crispy. I would try the pasta next time but I would really hope they would improve on their wait time. The staff was apologetic about it. Overall, I think it might be worth another shot. Hope it is because it is a beautiful space. read more

North Italia - Fig & Prosciutto pizza - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Came here on a Saturday night without reservations but fortunately we were able to get in and didn't have to wait too long. Service was excellent and I really liked the casual atmosphere. The food was excellent but I felt my particular dish was a little small in comparison to the rest of the things we ordered. read more

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Beautiful new location. It's very loud at dinner time though. Next to it's sister restaurant Cheese Cake Factory on Plaza Escuela It's about a week in for this location so i will revisit at some point and maybe give them some slack. Service was spotty, a bit puzzling really. Not at caliper of their other locations. Clearly, a growth opportunity for some of their servers. Food was good for most part. Pastas were good but very rich. Salads were meh. Best bite was carpaccio. Pizza was under done. Work in progress. More later read more

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TL:DR - check it out. Your YMMV Parking - always hard in WC. Try your best Service - good, friendly especially positive given they only opened recently Ambiance - crazy loud. Get ready to shout. And if you a table next to people have no volume control you get to listen to their conversation as well! Leans towards the younger side and looks like they poached the Cheesecake Factory crowd based on the empty entrance that gravitated to North Italia. Likely a popular spot for the 20-30 crowd Food - For me, disappointing. Short rib pasta - best dish for me Spicy rigatoni - average Hot honey pizza - promising if they would have cooked the crust longer so it was crispy. As Dave P says "lots of flop" so it came out chewy Arugula salad - okay, nothing special Beef carpaccio- good. Slightly salty with the capers but would be a repeat order Burrata - good read more

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Arrived during happy hour on Friday to check out their happy hour menu and have few drinks with a new vibe. We sat at the bar on the outside area side so we could enjoy the warm day. The seating is comfortable but it's wicker so the armrests dig into your skin (ugh) and is very uncomfortable. The bar was busy and people were just tripping over themselves back there (it was a mess). We never got water and 20 min passed before we were acknowledged (we actually never were acknowledged we waved someone down). To be fair, we only drank drinks and did not try food so will update this review once I return. The happy hour is not so happy when the drinks are still $12-15 .... How is that Happy Hour? So are your regular priced drinks like $24? That's INSANE- happy hour is traditionally priced 1/2 of the original price. It is literally an old fashioned and espresso martini ... nothing special about either one, tasty and refreshing but not spectacular that they have to be full price range. I will definitely take my happy hour elsewhere where I can get more value. Mostly older people (50+) coupled up and families. read more

North Italia - Happy Hour - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Crank up that operatic music, take out your opera glasses, and give your greatest Ciao greeting upon entering North Italia. Whether you are emulating Torino, Milan, Venice, or Trieste - Walnut Creek can be added to the list for this newest hot spot. Chock full of appetizers, entrées, an artisan pizza selection, and a full page of drinks & desserts. This place is perfect to celebrate a great day with friends and family. So "salute" with your glasses and dine away. read more

North Italia - Shrimp seafood tortellini - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Had such a great experience here. The service was impeccable, the mushroom pizza was incredible, and everything we ordered was delicious. We also tried the steak salad and lemon blueberry donuts, both were amazing. The restaurant was spotless and had such a great atmosphere. The only things I'd love to see added are chili oil for the pizzas and an orange wine option. Other than that, absolutely no complaints. We'll definitely be back! read more

North Italia - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

Not sure why this place has 3.5 stars, but my family of 4 all enjoyed our food. I only gave it 4 stars because for the price of the food, the portions do not compare to the price. We went during lunch hour and it was not overly crowded and not loud. We were able to hold conversations withtout having to raise our voices. Our server was awesome and gave great recommendations. Everything is fresh and made in house. The garlic truffle bread is delicious, definitely add thst to your appetizer choices, if you love bread, you won't regret ordering that. Everything we orders was delicious and will definitely be returning. read more

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Stopped by North Italia for happy hour and sat at the bar. Ordered the strawberry lemon drops and the white truffle bread both were so good. The drinks were refreshing and the truffle bread was definitely worth ordering. Service at the bar was great and the vibe made me want to come back for a full dinner service next time. read more

North Italia - White Truffle Garlic Bread - Italian Near Me - Walnut Creek, California

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Very nice ambience and great customer service. The pasta was flavorful, with plenty of crab and shrimp cooked just right. The fish was a little overcooked, but overall it was still a pleasant dining experience. read more

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We continue to come back to North Italia because of their consistently delicious pastas and salads. Cole (GM) and his staff are always wonderful to work with and incredibly accommodating to our needs. The customer service is amazing, and the food is consistently outstanding. We're frequent customers for a reason and will definitely be back soon - probably tomorrow, lol! read more

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Oh no! First off the decor is great. Reservation time was perfect. Arrived at 5:45 for dinner. Food is amazing. Food and drink deliver is AWFUL. Ordered drinks. Took forever. Food took a long time to come. Then ordered dessert. Never came. Kept saying it's coming. We LEFT. Second time there. Not going again. Sorry. read more