We understood the hype of this one! Came here with my mom for a late Mother's Day dinner and sat at…read morethe bar. The restaurant is lively, bustling, and they even had excellent live music. The service was phenomenal - from the hostess to the bartenders, you could tell everyone took pride in their role and was proud of their food and the experience they provide to their guests. The bread service is warm sourdough bread served with dipping oil that has roasted garlic cloves inside - yum! For dinner, mom had their sea bass special which was excellent. I went all out and got the 16 layer lasagna, which has 4 different types of meats. Soooo good and the size was large enough that I had the leftovers again the next night. Can't wait to come back and try more items on the menu. One of the best Italian spots in Louisville - 5/5!

I really enjoyed my visit here, the service was excellent & I had gone for a birthday. The…read morecomplimentary desserts were delicious and the portions are good sized. My party was seated back corner and it was very awkward for the servers to maneuver to refill drinks or bring/take plates away, at one point they had to stand on the window ledge & it just seemed very awkward and uncomfortable having to constantly re-adjust seating just so they can squeeze by. The whole step up area was just crowed. I love the giant mural they have on the wall with details, low lights, & just nicely displayed table setting. I ordered beef carpaccio and was very excited due to seeing how popular this dish is online and it was pretty tasty, kinda like a salad. For my entree I ordered braised short rib and it was like a roast style and very tender, paired with well seasoned collared greens, cheesy grits, and zucchini! Very filling, was stuffed!! My partner & I would love to go back & we definitely enjoyed ourselves!

My wife and I's go to spot when looking for an Italian dinner. The bruschetta is made with more of…read morea paste like spread and is not what I would consider traditional but man is it great!

I Last reviewed Silvio's 7 years ago, this place has become a staple for premier Italian food in…read moreLouisville. I've run the entire menus of pasta dishes, and without fail, they are always excellent. This time, for the first time, I tried something non-pasta, which was hard because this place is so top notch for a pasta dish, but I figured I would just steal some of my wife's pasta dish if I didn't like my pork chop. But there was no worry. That was one of the thickest and juiciest cuts of bone-in pork I've had in ages! It was like a tomahawk steak but as a pork chop. The glaze was perfection, and the whole chop was perfectly done. The veggies were the perfect complement and everything went together nicely, and as always, Bill comes out to check how things are going. We love this place, and try to go once every 4-5 weeks or so. Reservations are highly recommended!

If first impressions count, Tuscany looks like a smash. Warmly greeted. Promptly seated. Drink…read moreorders taken promptly. My guest ordered veal parmigiana. The pasta was properly cooked, the sauce was good, but not much better than a jar off the shelf. The veal, breaded & fried was overcooked - thus very chewy. I ordered a side Caesar salad. I appreciated the dressing on the side. Nothing out of the ordinary. Lettuce, cheese, croutons & dressing. For dinner, I went with a baked pasta sampler. I chose baked spaghetti w/meatballs; lasagna & meat ravioli. The raviolis were inconsistent. Some were good, but most had dough that I found undercooked and "pasty". The lasagna was good, although buried under the same sauce as the spaghetti. Hard to tell where one dish ended and the other began. Honestly, the hit of the meal was the meatball. Absolutely delicious. A huge breakdown was the gluten free spaghetti & meatballs I ordered to bring home to my wife. The pasta was actually rigatoni. It was severely undercooked. And a $3.99 upcharge? I could buy an entire box of pasta for $3.99. And after specifically ordering gluten free pasta, the "To-go" dinner came with regular "garlic bread". Oops. Tuscany needs to step up their game. Too many misses with just a few hits. For me, it's a one and done.

The food here was fantastic. the bruschetta was fresh and flavorful on soft, warm bread. the…read morecalamari was yummy but a small serving for the price. The carbonara was delicious with the perfect ratio of sauce to noodle. my friends had a calzone (delicious) and the baked sampler (great servings of multiple baked pastas) and some of the cheesecakes (all tasted fresh). the server seemed new to the job but she didn't mess anything up so i can't complain. the place was pretty quiet for sunday evening dinner which was pleasantly surprising. overall looking forward to coming back for some wonderful italian food.

It's been a while since I've been here and the food was delicious! Sad to say it will close by the…read moreend of the year, so make reservations and go! Reservations can be made online through open table and it's extremely easy to book. Side note, your entire party will need to be there before you are seated. The restaurant is cozy and inviting, located on Frankfort Avenue. They have a full drink menu and plenty of wine to choose from. They also offered several specials when we dined there. We opted for the bruschetta topped with mozzarella and served with tomato basil drip. Then the fresh bread arrived and my goodness was it good. It was fluffy with a crunchy exterior, perfect for dipping into the sauce of our entrees. They have lots of pasta options, including a build your own pasta with a choose of noodles, sauce and meat. I was torn between the piccata or Marsala, but wanted something fresh and bright - the piccata did not disappoint. the chicken was moist, the capers were huge and the sauce was bright and tart. I would definitely order it again. I've already made reservations to go back in December!

If you're looking for a place that makes you feel like you've accidentally stumbled into an Italian…read morenonna's kitchen--minus the guilt of sneaking extra lasagna--di Fabio Casapela is your spot. From the moment we walked in, the service was so warm and genuine. Now, let's talk about the food because holy cannoli--it was chef's kiss worthy. We started with escargot, which was excellent. Then came the caprese pasta with grilled shrimp. Imagine tomatoes, basil, mozzarella, and shrimp having a delicious little party on your plate. The lasagna and manicotti, bathed in pink sauce so rich and creamy, made me question my life choices up to that point. Of course, this Italian feast needed wine worthy of the gods--Chianti, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc all played their parts beautifully, like the perfect musical trio backing an epic food opera. If you want authentic flavors, a staff that treats you like family, and the kind of meal that makes you want to book a one-way ticket to Italy (or at least come back here next weekend), di Fabio Casapela is your new happy place. Mangia, mangia!

Delightful experience all the way around!…read more We (party of 3) dined early @5pm on a Saturday night and had no wait for a table. Adam, our server, was an absolute gem when it came to suggestions for food and drink! We took every one of his recommendations and were very happy we did!. The Tuscan Ribeye, Peach Pork Chop, and Pasta Rosa were all delicious! We each had a cocktail and a Caprese salad. Delightful beverages and salad! My Pasta Rosa was everything I had hoped it would be... bright, creamy tomato vodka sauce with grilled chicken and pasta. My husband's Tuscan Ribeye was done perfectly. My stepson's peach pork chop was seared beautifully and the sauce was fantastic. We dove right into the food (which was terrific) so I forgot to get pictures. By dessert, however, I controlled myself long enough to take pictures of our Tiramisu and Crème Brûlée -- both as tasty as they were beautifully presented. The ambiance is loud and lively (even early in the evening) so, if you have trouble hearing you might want to request a quiet table, if they have one.

Brought in for our office, this place does a good job with their dishes. Ours was catered in and…read moreit was pretty good stuff. To dine in and get other more sophisticated dishes, I'll bet they measure up even better. Meatballs....big and a good big taste. Great textured meatball too. House salad and dressing...another winner. Good tasting bread this place puts out too. I'd eat here anytime...great restaurant.

Pizza Lupo feels like one of those places you discover through a recommendation rather than by…read moreaccident. Tucked away on Frankfort Avenue, it's a little off the beaten path, and parking can be an adventure. There's a small lot by the restaurant with overflow parking further down the hill. Somehow we managed to snag the only open space right outside the front door, which felt like winning a very specific Louisville lottery. We arrived a few minutes before our reservation and the place was already buzzing. It was packed with locals, which is usually a good sign. While our table was being bussed, three different employees checked to make sure we were being helped. We let them know we were just a little early and waiting on our table, but it spoke volumes about the attentiveness of the staff. The atmosphere is exactly what you want from a neighbourhood pizza spot: relaxed, lively, and unpretentious. The soundtrack quietly floating through the speakers was a crate-digger's delight, full of songs that have been sampled throughout hip-hop history. Hearing Lynn Collins' Think (About It) while waiting for dinner felt particularly apt following the recent passing of Rob Base. The song's iconic break became the foundation of It Takes Two, one of hip-hop's most recognisable records, and it was a nice reminder of how deeply great music connects generations. To start, we ordered the Olives & Togarashi, a bowl of Castelvetrano olives coated in a wonderfully aromatic blend of spices with notes of fennel, sesame and citrus. My son tried his first olive and was genuinely shocked by the flavour. He'll come around eventually. For the main event, we ordered three large pizzas: the DOP Margherita, the Funghi and the Original Sting. The DOP Margherita showcases imported buffalo mozzarella from Campania alongside basil and San Marzano tomatoes. The Funghi is loaded with an incredible blend of mushrooms, taleggio, pecorino cream and mozzarella. The Original Sting combines soppressata, fresh mozzarella, basil, tomato and spicy local honey in a sweet-and-savoury combination that completely works. Now, let's talk about the crust. It is perfect. Pillowy and light, yet substantial enough to give you that satisfying chew. The wood-fired oven creates just the right amount of charred bubbling around the edges. Our server offered house-made ranch and other dipping sauces for the crust, but we politely declined. This pizza doesn't need any enhancers. The balance of flavours across all three pies was exceptional. I've eaten pizza all over the world, and Pizza Lupo belongs in that conversation. It really is that good. We had a plan: sample all three pizzas and leave just enough room to split the tiramisu. Thankfully, we stuck to it. The tiramisu was fresh, light and beautifully balanced. Not overly sweet, nicely moist, with just enough espresso flavour coming through. It was the perfect finish to an outstanding meal. The service was fast without feeling rushed, friendly without feeling scripted, and genuine throughout the evening. We left full, not bloated, and happy as spring lambs, already talking about what we'd order next time. We'll defo be back. Cheers, Sam

Pizza Lupo was on our radar forever, so we finally made a reservation for date night and I'm…read moremarking it as one of my favorite pizzas Ive had in Louisville. Theyre doing wood fired Neapolitan style pizza with sourdough. It has a really amazing chewy texture. We went with the Puttanesca.. briny and tasty. Good with wine, too. We also got the Fungi with a variety of local mushrooms. We also loved the funky Caesar salad with anchovies.. i love anchovies... The space has a cool, intimate atmosphere that's great for couples or small groups, the staff is super friendly, and they've got fun merch for sale at the front. It's a bit hidden but 100% worth finding. Highly recommend, especially if you love authentic Neapolitan-style pizza.

This food was amazing the staff were friendly and attentive the atmosphere was great I highly…read morerecommend this place for great Italian food

Wanted to love it, just didn't. It has (and if changes are made) maybe still has room for…read morepotential. Milano fills a need in the missing Italian food options in Georgetown. But the execution just fell very short. 1. Decor - the faux stained glass on the exterior draws curiosity, but should be a larger concern over the icky cheap decor inside. Either do it right, or don't. It feels tacky. 2. Plastic pre-prepped dressing cups on top of salads - I get the time saving idea (sort of), but dont put it on top of my greenery and how much better would it come across if a prep worker could pour dressing into a dressing cup? Plastic says we dont want to take the time and youre not worth the time. 3. Bar - again, do it right or don't do it. Four months to get your liquor license and staffing isn't figured out? The manager on duty should be cross-trained or the owner needs to be doing it, but to have no one there. Same situation as the former Brown Barrel and that vibe meant you lost out on 6 drinks our table would have ordered. 4. Food - fine. Nothing to write home about.

I've been a regular at Bar Vetti for years and it's still one of my favorite spots in Louisville…read more The pastas are consistently excellent, the service is warm and attentive, and the sexy, stylish decor makes it a fun place to linger. It's perfectly located in the vibrant Nulu neighborhood too.In the colder months I always go for the cacio e pepe, and once spring hits I'm all about their smashed meatball sandwich. The cocktails and wine list are outstanding as well. Highly recommend if you're in the area!

We stopped in for brunch on a Saturday between bourbon tastings…read more There is not much pasta on the brunch menu, which was a bit disappointing, but they do have meatballs. They are smothered in cheese and sauce on a bed of grits. The grits are great but I would have liked a little less sauce to enjoy them straight. The meatballs have a good flavor but could use a little more fat; the cheese helps a bit. The spritzes are fantastic and you should definitely start with one. Get the Venetian if you like a pop of bitterness in your drinks.