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    Olive Garden Italian Restaurant

    3.3 (857 reviews)
    ModerateItalian, Salad, Soup
    Closed 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Shrimp Scampi

    Olive Garden has stepped up their game. Andrew was a great server, literally on top of everything. We were sat right away on July 4th and ordered the Lasagna Fritta and Spinach Artichoke Dip, which were great. The pastas were good, but the service is what really put them over the top!

    Emily L.

    Haven't been to an Olive Garden in over a decade. I was surprised to see them so busy with a 35 min wait for a party of 2. Fairly nice in there with lots of seating. Service was average, I think they are spread thin since paying and ordering apps is through the tablet on your table. But food came out quickly. Overall the food was WAY TOO SALTY but I guess that's well known. The breadsticks and the mozzarella sticks were great. The entrees, both the chicken Marsala and the tour of Italy was very bland and salty at the same time. The only flavor was salt. The soups were only average, felt like canned soup. The tour of Italy dish was supposed to come with lasagna but they were out so they replaced it with a ravioli in meat sauce. It was inedible; no clue what was in there. The pasta was also overcooked. I think if I were to go back I'd just get the breadsticks, salad, and apps. Also disappointed that the breadsticks you get with your entree do NOT come with marinara. That's an extra $6 but the breadsticks are unlimited. I believe soup/salad is as well.

    Chicken Parmigiana
    Jon R.

    Came on a Wednesday night, with family and had a good experience. Beatriz our waitress was really good, attentive, friendly, and answered any questions we had. We all chose the promotion where it was buy one take one home. We ordered, lasagna, spaghetti, and chicken parm. The lady who bussed the section we were in was nice and took our plates and was very nice. Restaurant was bright, but to my family was overly cold. We enjoyed our meal that night and the ones we took home the next night.

    fettuccine pasta with mushroom sauce
    John T.

    Rating: 3.5 Stars, but 4 Stars sounds great to me. Olive Garden Mission Statement: At Olive Garden, we know that life is better together and everyone is happiest when they're with family. From never ending servings of our freshly baked breadsticks and iconic garden salad, to our homemade soups and sauces, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Credit Cards: They're accepted. Restroom: They're available to use. Visitation Right: Been to this location a decent amount of times. Location/Parking: Located next to BJ's and parking can be a bit tough. Just be patient and find a parking stall in this plaza. If you don't want to do that, you'll be able to find street parking. Just have to pay attention to the parking signs. Ambiance/Decor: Neat ambiance with modern furnishings. They have couple of the tv's in the bar if you would like to watch some sports. Service: Fairly consistent. Friendly, attentive, and offer nice suggestions. Wants and needs are fulfilled at a decent time. Food Of Choice: 1) Unlimited Soup, Salad, and breadsticks: Can't go wrong with this iconic staple at Olive Garden. For the soups, you can choose between 4 soups. - Chicken & Gnocchi - A creamy soup made with roasted chicken, traditional Italian dumplings and spinach. - Pasta e Fagioli - White and red beans, ground beef, fresh tomatoes and tubetti pasta in a savory broth. - Minestrone (V) - Fresh vegetables, beans and pasta in a light tomato broth - a vegan classic. - Zuppa Toscana - Spicy Italian sausage, fresh kale and russet potatoes in a creamy broth. Made with gluten-free ingredients. Even though, it's not considered clean eating, I do like the creamy soups (chicken & Gnocchi or the Zuppa Toscana). The Famous House Salad is good. I normally ask for no olives, onions, and the italian dressing on the side. As for the bread: I like the bread without salt. Bread is life! :) 2) Never ending create your own pasta, never ending soup or salad, and never ending breadsticks. Usually get either the fettucine or angel hair with 1/2 meat sauce and 1/2 5 cheese marinara. Almost forgot the mushroom pasta sauce! Absolutely yum! Olive Garden For Thought: Wouldn't mind coming back. Make sure you ask your server or hostess for some Andes chocolates mints!!! :)

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    Chris R.

    I went for a lunch special as I was staying in a hotel across the street. Got the breadsticks and garden salad. I weirdly like their salad. The pasta was fine. It's Olive Garden so the decor was Olive Garden. Service was fine. It wasn't that busy.

    Half gallon of Zuppa Tuscana soup
    Veronica R.

    There's just something about Olive Garden's Zuppa Toscana that makes it my ultimate comfort-food go-to. I love grabbing a half gallon or gallon to take home, especially when I'm craving something warm, hearty, and reliably delicious. The savory broth, tender potatoes, sausage, and kale hit every time--it's filling without being heavy and always tastes like it was made with care. My only complaint? The breadsticks situation. When you dine in, they're unlimited... but when you take soup home, suddenly you have to buy breadsticks separately. I mean, if I'm committing to a gallon of soup, the breadsticks should come free--at least a dozen. That combo is non-negotiable. That said, this soup is still my favorite choice when I want something comforting, satisfying, and easy. Zuppa Toscana never disappoints, and I'll keep coming back--breadsticks or not. I'm here 2 times a month for my soup pick up orders lol

    Hieu H.

    Our comfort food. The portion here is always huge that we would never able to finish it. Each entree comes with a free salad or soup. Fried Mozzarella: 5/5. Crunchy, loaded with cheese, pairs well with margarita sauce. Chicken Alfredo: 4/5. Tasty, chicken is tender, noodle is not overly cooked. A little bit too creamy for us. Spaghetti with meat sauce: 4.5/5. OG option. Service was a disappointment on that day, they forgot our utensils and water twice.

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    Travis P.

    I used to frequent this Olive Garden growing up, and after more than 10 years I'm finally back to see what's changed. They still have the unlimited salad and breadsticks, but now you also get unlimited soup with the purchase of an entrée. I tried a few items this time: Seafood Alfredo - Creamy and pretty good overall. Nothing too crazy, but I enjoyed it. (4/5) Tour of Italy - A fun dish that comes with three different items, so you get a small taste of everything. The lasagna was pretty good, as was the Alfredo, and the Chicken Parm was decent. (4/5) Overall, I never expect much from Olive Garden, but it's always pretty solid. I always enjoy the unlimited sides!

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    Chris C.

    Wonderful service as usual, I keep forgetting to get that one servers' name. He always helps us get some soups togo gotta love that guy. I got the 6 oz steak with fettuccine, I like rare but I should have gotten it medium rare. I should have known better since I finished it there. I was planning on taking it home and filling up on soup and bread sticks. I tried the lasagna which was also pretty good.

    Never Ending Soup, Salad & Breadsticks
    Lily V.

    Came to celebrate a birthday and really wanted some soup and salad!! We only waited a few minutes given it was Wednesday night, we ordered drinks and a calamari appetizer to start. We got to sit near the back which was more intimate and a little darker than the other rooms. We noticed they had lighter options on the menu which works out since I plan to have lots of endless gnocchi soup! The calamari was just as good and crispy, love their spicy sauce that comes with it. The bread was warm and glad they gave us another basket when the salad and soups came. We get to dip fresh bread into the soups. I ordered the chicken parmigiana which came with spaghetti and marinara sauce. I also chose soup and gnocchi and chicken which I got four times. When my order came, I was busy taking care of my son so when the server was grating cheese I forgot to tell her to stop, which means they'll just keep going until you tell them! Amazing....glad I got the lighter version because I was super full from the soup. We got the birthday dessert and the servers sang for her, it was the chocolate mouse cake slice which was like an ice cream chocolate cake.

    The Tour of Italy and Stuffed Chicken Marsala with angel hair and a glass of house Red Blend.
    Sarah V.

    Hilda was AMAZING! It was our date night and she was pleasant and didn't rush us. The food was hot and fresh and flavorful. The presentation was excellent. Thank you Hilda and the kitchen team for making it amazing.

    Cristine G.

    Went for their lunch special never-ending soup, salad and breadsticks for $11.99. I had the chicken and gnocchi first then the Toscana while my son got the chicken Alfredo. We also got a side of meatballs. You could also get take home entrees for $6 each (Spaghetti with Meat Sauce, Fettuccine Alfredo, or Five Cheese Ziti al Forne). We mad room for dessert. The pumpkin cookie butter cheesecake was scrumptious. Clay our server was nice and attentive. This was my first time seeing a two-story OG. We sat at a cozy part of the restaurant with the view of the parking lot.

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    Omar A.

    We had a good time at Olive Garden. Our waiter was friendly, he offered us more soup throughout the night. Our food was tasty as usual. I had the fettuccine Alfredo and the husb had the ravioli dish. We both enjoyed the food. I redeemed my birthday club free dessert. The donuts were tasty with both the chocolate and raspberry dipping sauces. I did enjoy the moments where I ate the breadsticks dipped in Alfredo sauce with my cafecito. It was quiet for a Saturday night. We were seated immediately. We noticed that the bus person was readily available to clean as soon as guests left. It's definitely good for families since the employees can adjust the tables to fit. Like I mentioned, it was quiet and well lit. We will be back as I'm sure there will be other deals we can't resist!

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    Has Olive Garden stopped serving a big bowl of salad that everyone can share?

    No they still have it, it's the all you can eat salad or soup and bread sticks

    Is Olive Garden open for indoor dining yet? If not, when?

    Hi Juli, Yes, our dining room is open in Arcadia. We are on limited seating capacity, so we recommend joining the waitlist from our website before arriving.

    Do they honor gift cards right now? Since dine in is no longer an option right now, are they allowing the buy one entree and get another for $5 for pickup and if so, which entrees can we choose from? Thanks!

    What time is lunch start?

    Lunch is available Monday - Friday from 11 AM - 3 PM, Stephanie C.

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    Grano Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

    Grano Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar

    4.8
    (1.2k reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$

    My wife son and I visited Grano last night 6/20/26 for Dinner as I was looking for a spot with…read more"veal marsala". Boy were we impressed with the friendly and kind attentive service and the food. Some of their specials are pricey but very good. I had veal Marsala for $25.00 and it was the best veal Marsala I've ever had. I'm 69 now and was first introduced to veal Marsala when I was 3 years old in 1960 by my Sicilian Grandmother Maria (b 1903 Palermo, immigrated to Chicago 1910). I've been seeking out veal Marsala ever since wherever I've lived or traveled and Granos is the best. Thank you Granos team. Roger Lauricella, Arcadia.

    Holy crap I've been transported to Italy…read more Right as we were walking up, Chef Fabrizio greeted us with the warmest smile and gave us such a magical dinner experience. I was celebrating my birthday with two of my favorite people and every bite of food was excellent. We ordered the lasagna, genovese, and a vegetarian butter and sage pasta. Being a huge meat lover, I did not expect the vegetarian dish to TASTE SO GOOD! But that was a banger! All the cocktail drinks we ordered too was dangerously delicious. You can barely taste the alcohol. We got to chat with the chef and learn more about his story and you can tell he cooked every dish with love. Our server Claude was incredible too and answered all our questions about dishes he recommended. I can't wait to come back!

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    Cozy and home-y indoor area
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    Ragu Napoli with Burrata (Today's Special)
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    Di Pilla's Italian Restaurant

    Di Pilla's Italian Restaurant

    4.1
    (1k reviews)
    5.0 mi
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    What a creamy and flavorful pasta dish! I noticed a family owned Italian restaurant located next to…read moreSummerfield and finally found the opportunity to try it. They use the same parking lot as Summerfield so it can get busy at some times. I called in to place an order for dinner and it was super easy and convenient. I ordered their Di Pilla Special pizza and a medium Parpadelle special pasta. The total for these dishes came out to be $62. Their portions are quite large since they're a family style restaurant. They also gave us complimentary bread which tasted amazing! I will say that I felt really heavy and full after this meal so this is definitely a cheat meal type of food. Food: Parpadelle Special Pasta (9/10): The noodles are huge and thick and the sauce gets absorbed perfectly. There's mushrooms, spinach, chicken with a white sauce base. They loaded this dish up with sauce which was heavenly. I even dipped my complimentary bread in the sauce because it just tasted that good. The chicken was so soft and wasn't overcooked at all. Between a family of three, there was a perfect amount and didn't have any leftovers. Di Pilla Special Pizza (9/10): Wow, the amount of toppings? Insane. We ordered the medium size which is a 14 inch. There was pepperoni, green peppers, mushrooms, onions, hamburger, and bacon. I had to go back to their menu to see what toppings there were because wow was there a load full. I thought that the mushroom and bell pepper did overpower most of the slice. We had so many slices left over because of how full each slice makes you. I had it the day after and It was still tasty. I need to come back and try their other menu options. They have so many options to choose from which gets overwhelming because everything sounds amazing!

    Old school place - has been around 55 years. Ambiance is old fashioned and cute that way…read more We had a 7pm reservation and arrived 15 mins early. They had us wait until 7:05p when we restaurant only 2 other tables - they were not busy. The food is pretty awesome. Glad we came to try this place.

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    Bowtie Pasta with Peas and Ham.
    Bowtie Pasta with Peas and Ham.
    3/1/26 Dante's Special, needed more flavor

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    Union

    Union

    4.1
    (1.9k reviews)
    7.3 mi
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    Everything was 10/10!! The service and every dish were amazing. One of our dishes never came out,…read moreand by the time we were finished eating, I told our waitress to cancel it if it hadn't been made yet. They ended up bringing it out anyway and even comped the dish for us and told us that they weren't going to charge us a corkage fee! def will be coming back to try other items on the menu. Ordered: Pork meatballs:10/10 not salty and paired perfectly with the sourdough Charred octopus: 10/10 cooked to perfection Kampachi crudo: 9/10 very refreshing Broccolini: 10/10 light and flavorful Tonnarelli cacio e pepe: 7.5/10 wasn't my fave. First time trying cacio e pepe and it tasted too saucy for me but the noodle texture was good

    First time experience was amazing! So far, this is the only Italian place I've liked out of all the…read moreplaces I've eaten throughout LA. Food 4/5 Pork Meatballs $21 - Best meatballs I've ever had. Full of flavor but a little too salty. Local Wild Mushrooms $24 - Standard, nothing too special. Beets $18 - Refreshing, to the point. Caramelle $27 - My favorite of all the pastas but expensive for very little pieces of pasta and a meatless dish. Full of flavor, lots of oil. Rigatoni Timballo $32 - Delicious, standard. Duck Confit Rotolo $31 - My personal dish which turned out to be my least favorite. Meatballs and Caramelle were my top favorite, secondary are the beets. Prices are not unexpected for the area but are pretty high for what is really given to you. Service 3/5 We sat outside and they were pretty slow to bring water and take our orders. Ambiance 3/5 It was a really lovely time to eat outside but the lights were broken and it was SO dark, there were no added lights to the table. It was impossible to read the menu.

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    Spaghetti Alla Chitarra
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    Marina

    Marina

    4.4
    (924 reviews)
    6.4 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    The food here is amazing. This is the first Italian place where the pasta didn't make me feel…read morestuffed. All of their pastas are freshly made, and their portions are perfect. The service was outstanding. Our waitress was Melissa and she was very attentive and gave the best recommendations. The location is a little small, but it's very intimate. They have a small bar at the entrance. I came on a Monday evening and it wasn't too crowded. I definitely recommend this place. Note: parking could be a little tricky it's underground behind the restaurant. The restaurant does validate.

    Took my father here for his birthday and absolutely loved most of the dishes we got. The service…read morewas pretty good and one food came out fast. Only thing that didn't sit well was that it was known that it was my dad's birthday and we weren't offered any celebratory complementary desserts of any sort, not that that should be expected, but we did over order for our party so gave decent business I would say. The menu prices suggest that it's quite a nice upscale restaurant which it is, but the interior was nothing special, quite casual. I think I would want a little more pizzazz if I were going here for a romantic date - Calabrian salami pizza: amazing flavor profile, the salami gave a good saltines to it while the hot honey gave a tin of sweet. I'm not the biggest fan of when my savory food is too sweet, but I thought this one was really well done - squid ink pasta: really tiny portion, which was the only bummer but it was so delicious. I would probably still get it again not too fishy. If you don't love the Strong seafood flavors that this dish sometimes comes with. - whipped feta and bread: a classic go to appetizer at Italian restaurants, pretty good, but I wouldn't say any better than other restaurants that serve this - calamari: honestly would skip this. They only was nothing special and the calamari itself had standard batter. Nothing crazy. Whipped feta and bread

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    Marina
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    UOVO | Pasadena

    UOVO | Pasadena

    4.3
    (1.1k reviews)
    6.3 mi
    $$$

    The atmosphere and food is always incredible, but the best part is how lovely the service is…read more They're engaging with customers constantly, and personally, my mom and I have been remembered by one incredible chef, Jesse. He always makes us laugh and smile and improves the entire experience. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does as a chef and puts his whole heart and soul into each dish. Jesse also is quick to answer any questions we have regarding the food, especially with how to reheat certain dishes at home later. The staff at Uovo is incredible and you can tell they want you to have the best experience. The environment has always been welcoming and kind. Further, the staff is extremely accommodating with any and all allergies/food restrictions. My mom is vegan and I'm vegetarian, and that has never been an issue at all. We've never left feeling bloated or sick once. If there is a long wait during the rush hours, their staff upfront is prompt and alerts you immediately when your table/seat at the bar is ready. Oftentimes, the wait they tell us is usually longer than what we end up actually waiting, so they're all very efficient.

    Had such a great experience at UOVO Pasadena! We decided to do the tasting menu and every course…read morewas delicious. The pasta was amazing, but what really stood out was how much thought went into each dish and how fun it was to try a variety of things we probably wouldn't have ordered on our own. A huge shoutout to Julianna, who took such great care of us all evening. She was incredibly sweet, attentive, and knowledgeable without ever making us feel rushed. Her wine recommendations were spot on and paired perfectly with the food. You can tell she genuinely enjoys what she does and wants guests to have a great experience. I didn't even think to take pictures because I was too busy enjoying the meal, which probably says a lot! Between the food, the wine, and Julianna's wonderful service, it ended up being one of my favorite dining experiences in Pasadena. Can't wait to come back.

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    Bar Seating over looking the kitchen
    Bar Seating over looking the kitchen
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    The Diplomat Eatery and Tavern

    The Diplomat Eatery and Tavern

    4.3
    (994 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$
    Locally owned & operated
    Sports on TV

    We used to be regulars at The Diplomat, but after Lucie left, we honestly stopped coming. She set…read moresuch an incredible standard for hospitality that it just wasn't the same without her. Yesterday, we found ourselves craving the spicy lebneh and decided to give it another try. I'm so glad we did because we were lucky enough to have Ari as our server. Ari is truly extraordinary. She is warm, vibrant, genuinely engaging, and has that rare ability to make every guest feel welcomed and cared for. Her hospitality is effortless, authentic, and unforgettable. There honestly aren't enough good words to describe how wonderful she is. She completely changed our experience and reminded us why we loved coming here in the first place. The food was just as delicious as we remembered, but it was Ari who made the visit exceptional. She's an absolute gem, and we'll definitely be back because of her.

    The service was friendly and attentive, and the restaurant had a cozy Mediterranean-style…read moreatmosphere. However, the dining room was a little too dark, making it difficult to fully enjoy the meal. Unfortunately, the food was just average. Some of the dishes tasted slightly burnt, which affected the flavor. It wasn't terrible, but it wasn't memorable either. The good news is that there are plenty of other great restaurants along the same street, so you have lots of choices. I'd recommend exploring one of the nearby spots instead.

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    The Diplomat Eatery and Tavern
    Their fried cauliflower app is fantastic- nicely seasoned with minimal breading - highly recommend!
    Their fried cauliflower app is fantastic- nicely seasoned with minimal breading - highly recommend!
    Moroccan eggplant dip - this was so fresh and flavorful! My new fave app here!

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    Moroccan eggplant dip - this was so fresh and flavorful! My new fave app here!
    Pane E Vino

    Pane E Vino

    4.3
    (572 reviews)
    8.3 mi
    $$

    Pane E Vino delivered one of the best Italian dining experiences I've had in a long time. From the…read moremoment I sat at the bar, the staff was attentive, welcoming, and genuinely focused on making sure I was satisfied throughout the evening. I started with an incredible appetizer featuring several varieties of fried mushrooms paired with red wine--absolutely delicious and full of flavor. For my entrée, I enjoyed the shrimp pasta with white wine sauce, which was perfectly prepared and tasted authentic and fresh. To finish the meal, I had the apple crust dessert topped with vanilla ice cream, and it was the perfect ending to an outstanding dinner. The food, service, and atmosphere were all exceptional. Honestly, for a moment I felt like I was sitting in a restaurant in Italy. I highly recommend Pane E Vino and will definitely be returning. Five stars all the way!

    I was reluctant at first. We walked in and the server asked if we had a reservation. We said no. He…read morehesitated then said he could sit us at this little table right in front of the door. Well, okay. We were there and we were hungry. It's a small place with big attitude. Great vibes, low lighting, cozy seating. We sat down and browsed through the menu. The server came over and said he'd move us to a bigger table. THANK YOU! We finally decided on food. We all had crab cakes appetizers. I had the spicy honey pepperoni pizza and Cesar salad. Coworker had the peso buco with risotto, and the other had the lasagna. We had some fresh rosemary rolls while we waited. Everyone was very satisfied with their food. The girls decided to have desert which we all shared. Tiramisu and cannolis. I don't care for tiramisu so I just had a little taste. I did enjoy a cannoli. The server was super friendly and he knew how to sell you on anything on that menu. I would make the drive to visit here again.

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    Beef and Pork Meatballs
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    Beet Salad
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    Cafe Santorini

    Cafe Santorini

    4.0
    (3.6k reviews)
    7.5 mi
    $$$
    Established in 1993
    Rooftop seating

    Cafe Santorini is a rooftop restaurant in a brick building in Old Pasadena. You can access from…read morestreet level via stairs or elevator. Its also right across the street from a pay parking lot. We came here for lunch on between visits at the Kidspace Museum. The food is a blend of Greek and Turkish cuisine and is overall outstanding. Our picky 6yo son normally only eats yellow-white saffron basmati rice but he enjoyed the brown basmati rice from the chicken kabob. The chicken looked very basic and dry with grill marks but surprise - it turned out to be one of the juiciest chicken thighs ever. 5 stars for the chicken kabob. Other excellent dishes are the pear-walnut salad, giant puffy pita bread, and hummus. Wife went for the seafood cioppino with its amazing tomatoey broth perfect for dipping bread.

    I was pleasantly surprised with some of my expectation being exceeded. We had a medium sized group,…read moreand came here for a birthday dinner. There was hummus provided for most dishes which was very nice. I had the chicken kebob, which was surprisingly juicy; I'm too used to burnt and dry white meat chicken breast but that's not the case here at all. I also appreciate how many pieces were given. I wish there was an extra pepper and onion, but otherwise a great dish and it's what they're known for. Also had the clams linguini, which was not bad. It's got good garlic flavor, those it could use with some more clams to provide some more of the clam flavor in the sauce. Service was also very good, attentive and able to make the accomodation of helping us take a million pictures for our special occasion which I appreciate.

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