Service was great the whole time we were there, prompt, smiles and kept checking on us…read more We went for just apps to give the place a try. The menu looked fun, on line. When we arrived we were seated quickly at a nice table in a themed Italian space. We had the Calamari, an the Escargot. And finished with a piece of their homemade Tiramisu. All were very tasty: Calamari was a crispy, well flavored rings (darn I like the little squid) with a good sauce. The Escargot were plump and the garlic butter they came with was delicious, used the bread (very nice Baguette) to sop it up an hold an Escargot! A finished with the Tiramisu which was everything a good homemade desert should be ! The only suggestion would be to up the presentation on the plate of both of the dish's; the calamari and the escargot But had nothing to do with taste, which was excellent.

We wanted to try Giovanni's since it opened, and finally had a chance to head over with the family…read more The service was very good. The waiter and bus staff were great at getting our requests and being prompt with everything. The food was great & good. All of the food was served fresh and hot as it should be. They have a great house Chianti that is reasonably priced by the bottle. The filet special was out of this world awesome. Cooked perfectly medium rare, the cut was top shelf and flavor was incredible. The whole dish was excellent with the mushroom red wine reduction on top providing that blast of flavors that complemented a filet. I may get this every time if they continue to have it on the menu. The fettuccine alfredo was good. The pasta was home-made and cooked perfectly. The sauce was a bit bland and was missing something. Maybe some more parmesan, maybe just salt, not sure but while it was good, it lacked the big creamy flavor that alfredo should have. Chicken was very good, grilled and tender. So this one was "Good" The seafood special was another "Good" one. The shirimp was done perfectly but the rest of the seafood was maybe just a touch overcooked. The sauce was a cream sauce but like the alfredo it lacked just a bit of flavor that would have made it a superb meal. Many guests will love that we have a very good Italian place again in North Hudson as it's part of the heritage of the community. We will go back for sure!! CM

We've been dying the try this place for months and it did not disappoint! I really like that it's a…read morerelatively small menu as it seems they are able to really perfect each dish and make frequent modifications due to the season. They also have a couple specials that change every week so you can always try something new. Today we lucked out with delicious crab cakes! We also ordered the focaccia, ziti, risotto, chicken parm rigatoni and olive oil ice cream. Needless to say, we were very full when we left and had plenty of leftovers! It's a small space so definitely try to make a reservation to ensure a seat. I get the impression it's busy most nights!

Visited 2/28/26. Back at Olio and not a moment too soon! I was surprised but we did manage to fit a…read moregroup of 6 of us, which was awesome. Definitely a bit more rushed feeling with the 90 minute deadline as per usual (still completely get this but wish it could be a bit more flexible for a larger group), but still adored everything we ate and that's why olio still gets top marks. Things to get: -Focaccia- I always love the focaccia and think it plus the red sauce are worth ordering. -Burnt carrots- The burnt carrots were an unexpected surprise that I would definitely recommend. Fun flavors -Pretty much any pasta: casarecce, paccheri, spaghetti Nero. All so unique and delicious in their own ways. Up to you: -Brussels sprouts-still good, just preferred the carrots -Desserts: I preferred the ice cream to the cake. The cake was a bit too dense for my liking but others in my party liked it.

Visiting from out of town for work and heard this spot was good. I would not recommend this spot at…read moreall. The pros: portion sizes are huge, chicken tasted good The cons: waiter did not stop by the table once, my water was empty within the first 10 min of sitting there and i had to take my cup physically up to the counter to get water from them because i was so thirsty. I didnt see him once after that, he just stood up at the counter talking to the other server. The pasta was oily, they put so much cheese on everything that the oils from the cheese come out and my pasta literally had a layer of oil all around the plate. The mozzerella garlic bread barely had any garlic bread taste, tasted mostly like mozzerella. The mozzerella was also so oily that the garlic bread was just soggy 5 min after the waiter put the plate down. The price is steep, by myself i got an app and an entree only and it came out to 48$ before tip. Overall, for a spot with the reviews it has it completely let me down along with the locals who recommended it to me.

It should be noted that I've never actually set foot inside Bella Ciao Pasta Bar and Ristorante. I…read moreonly experienced it today through the lens of a takeout container. For lunch, I ordered the Chicken Marsala. You get to choose a side; options ranging from Alfredo Fettuccine to Green Beans to Mashed Potatoes to Spaghetti Marinara. I went for the Spaghetti. The meal also came with two breadsticks. Overall, the dish was decent but not remarkable. The highlight was the mushrooms in the Marsala wine sauce. They were flavorful and well prepared. The chicken itself was just okay. Without the sauce, it lacked seasoning, and the texture varied throughout the breast, with some parts tender and others noticeably tough or chewy. The spaghetti was good, though comparable to standard spaghetti you might find anywhere. The breadsticks, however, were disappointing; they were extremely hard and not enjoyable to eat. I also wish the Chicken Marsala and the spaghetti were packaged separately. Because of the amount of sauce, everything blended together in the container. I don't mind my food touching, but separating the items would make for a better presentation and texture. I do think other menu items may have more to offer. One mediocre experience isn't enough for me to write off the restaurant entirely, so I would consider trying something else in the future. However, I wouldn't recommend this particular dish based on today's order. Overall rating: 3/5.

Soups are marvelous! Can't miss. Salmon, Sarah's Favorite…read moreand chicken parm are fantastic. Try the eggplant appetizer. It's a must. Great service and warm comfortable atmosphere.

Wanted to like this spot a lot more than I do. The food was takeout and we both ordered the…read morespaghetti bolognese. This to me was very non memorable and it really just tasted like a homemade spaghetti with meat sauce. Nothing against it but I wouldn't order it again! I'm curious to try other things from the menu, I've heard a lot of good things about Angelina's. I can appreciate they offer GF pasta options! If I try it again I will definitely update my review!

Great food! Nice little cozy spot in Bloomington. Perfect for your date night or just regular…read moredinner on a Monday. Definitely go check it out and bring the whole family

We came here on a Friday night at 6:30 and were able to be seated without waiting. I called ahead…read moreduring the day but they said they don't take reservations on the weekends. Also important to note, they close at 8 PM. It's decorated like a true family style place, cute flowers and colors and light fixtures. The service is friendly, but if you are in a hurry, they are not. They bring olive oil and herbs to the table with homemade bread to start which is an extra touch I think most restaurants have stopped doing. They did offer any pasta dish to be made with gluten-free penne. My pasta dish was tasty and warm but the meat was sparse, and though the prices seem fair, I would say all around this was an average experience. I can see how this could have sentimental value to people who live in the neighborhood, and I do like to support independent restaurants so I'm glad we tried it, but if you are a true foodie and if you are looking for great Italian, I don't think this is the spot.

Bricks is hands down some of the best Neapolitan style pizza I have ever had…read more I am overcome with joy every time I walk through the doors of Bricks in downtown Hudson. The staff is always so friendly, greeting you with big smiles. The space is very intimate and cozy. This is a fancy way of saying it's small but it's very warm and inviting. I absolutely love the brick fire oven in the back. It's beautiful. You cannot go wrong with anything on the menu. Everything is made from scratch, in house. They have some amazing weekly specials that use fresh, in season ingredients. And DO NOT skip on dessert. The Tiramisu is incredible. Bricks also offers a carefully curated list of beer, wine, and THC beverages. Don't hesitate. This place is well worth a visit.

Great salad and pizza but the dough was too soft with moisture. My wife mad always split a large…read moreGorgonzola salad pizza. Needed a fork because it was too soft. By ut flavor was great. Nice place and ambiance

Came here for a girls night and it was perfect. They don't take reservations, so we waited about 30…read moreminutes for a table on a Thursday, but it worked out great since we were able to walk around and check out the nearby shops. Rocky was our server and was super friendly. He helped us pick out a wine to split and gave great recommendations on pasta dishes based on what we liked. I ordered the fettuccine alfredo with shrimp, which had a subtle hint of lemon that I surprisingly loved. My friend got the pesto pasta and really enjoyed it as well. I'm already planning to come back in the summer to enjoy the patio!

I came here with a group of friends and absolutely loved this place! Spoiler: I will be back!…read more There is free street parking and a limited free parking lot. The ambiance here feels like a small Italian place! We were lucky enough to sit out on the patio! They have heaters out there for when it may be a touch too cold as well. Our waitress was sweet but sooooo sloooow. It took almost an hour for us to put in our orders for the pasta dishes. Because of that, I am dropping a star. The food: others in our group got the olives which were very tasty! They do still have the pits, so be careful! The complimentary bread was good! Especially in the olive oil! Very tasty!! I had the fettuccine Alfredo and it was simple and perfect! I absolutely loved it! Everyone in our party seemed so really enjoying their dish! The pasta here is just delicious! We all got a dessert as well and everyone thought theirs was amazing! We got the flourless chocolate cake and it was rich and Devine! I would happily tell people to order that! Don't skip on the desserts here!

My husband and I try a restaurant 2 to 3 times just to give it a fair chance. But each time we…read morewent it was so bad. The pasta was dry and hard the roast beef was dry I'm not even sure what my husband order the 3rd time but he took 3 bite and threw it away. If I could give less then a 1 I would.

Pasta dishes are excellent and reasonable. Salads are great! I have not had a pizza but have heard…read morethey are terrific!

All in the spirit of catering to the softer side of me, I took a drive up to Pepin, WI, and wow,…read moreVilla Bellezza is a whole vibe! This beautiful winery gives small Italian village energy, and the atmosphere felt so serene. It's the kind of place that makes you want to slow down, sip wine, and just soak it all in. I had the penne al forno paired with a lovely red blend (I forgot the name, but trust me, it was delicious). And I have to give a special shoutout to Alexis, my waitress, she was absolutely amazing! Super friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience even better. I can't wait to come back when the weather breaks to tour the vineyard. If you're looking for a little escape, Villa Bellezza is worth the trip.

You go to the counter to order and get your wine -if that's what you want. They have a nice menu of…read morepizza and a few other Italian entrees, salads and apps. Itnwas just delicious. Second time I've been here. Sitting outside in the piazza us just heavenly. Great service. Super nice people. Highly recommend