Local place that's been there a long time. White table cloths excellent service and nice menu…read more Nothing too extravagant just a nice little intimate Italian bistro with authentic recipes.

Being from NY we are used to great Italian food, we were very excited to try this restaurant, as it…read morecame very highly recommended. Sadly, It was average at best. We got several dishes and shared and weren't overly impressed with anything. The lasagna stood out the most, in a bad way. It has some sort of cumin or Mexican flavoring, which reminded us more of an enchilada. The whole concept of waiting outside an hour prior to opening, seems like a way of making it more exclusive but we found it as disorganized as it sounds. We got there at 4pm, for a 5pm open. We were the 3rd in line, yet everyone just pushes through the moment the door opens. It's got a little rough battling through the crowd trying to fight for a table. Once you get in you have to wait 20 mins just to get a drink order in and then it's quite a long wait to order your meal, get the meal and get the check. Not sure why a traditional reservation system wouldn't be mor efficient for everyone, including the staff. Needless to say, we won't be back.

Tavola Italian restaurant was very welcoming upon entering. The hostess greeted us with genuine…read morewarmth and guided us to a table even though we didn't have a reservation on a busy Thursday evening with the Mauldin Farmer's Market in full swing. The indoor acoustics allowed for easy conversation and the background music complements the room. Tavola is quickly becoming one of our favorites. We love the setting and the food. Our waiter was very knowledgeable and beyond helpful guiding us to the Fruitti di Mare appetizer which was amazing..and the cocktails were the best I have had in a very long time anywhere. Being a bourbon fan I couldn't resist trying the Molly's Moda Antica and my wife had a Mediterranean Mule. We had a fabulous dinner. I tried the Branzino seafood entree which I had never heard of, but it was delicious. My wife had the Pappardelle pasta. Next visit I think we'll try for an outside balcony table or enjoy the peaceful ambiance of the open air bar seating. Good service, nice setting and an interesting menu with great food!

PROS: - Food quality and authenticity…read more- Server hospitality CONS: - Crowded seating - Hostess efficiency - Wait time Tavola starts with a plot twist: an 8:00 reservation that magically becomes 8:15 thanks to a hostess who apparently ghosted our existence. Not exactly la dolce vita. Thankfully, carbs save the day. Everything was house made. The handmade pasta was made with flour flown in from Italy! I had the casarecce which had light and well-balanced bacon and lemon flavors. My date had the the "whole" branzino, which despite described as "whole" came already de-boned and without the head. It was crispy, golden, and serving main character energy with its unique presentation. Frutti di mare was... there. I didn't think the flavors were anything to write home from Italy about. Though, the presentation was impeccable, I must admit. Whitney, our server, deserves a standing ovation! She was part waitress, part Italian food narrator, and made every dish sound like it had a backstory which honestly just elevates the whole experience. And the lemon cheesecake is worth saving room for. Flavors were bright, dreamy, and worth every calorie. My only regret is skipping the house-made focaccia.

Didn't catch a name, but yall got the sweetest hostess! But frankly everyone we interacted with was…read moresuper friendly and professional. Live music on a Friday night was such a nice touch, he did fantastic! And the food was impeccable! We got four separate dishes, and shared the bruschetta. Not a single complaint for anything. Really really delicious across the board, and excited to add this to the list of date night spots!

I first tried Travinia when they catered an event I attended, and this was my first visit to the…read moreactual restaurant. We were so glad we went! It was a quiet Sunday night when we got there but it did get a little busier while we were there. We started with the mussels appetizer, then I got a Caesar salad and the short rib rigatoni and my husband got the prosciutto pizza. The flavor on the pizza with the Calabrian chili was so good! He got a couple of cocktails as well that he really liked. We'll definitely take our kids back soon to try more pizza. Our server was attentive and very friendly. We won't hesitate to go back with the whole family.

I love this place! I've built my own pasta each time I've been, getting things like alfredo sauce,…read moregrilled chicken, broccoli, and garlic... and it's SO GOOD! The pasta is also served in recyclable AND reusable containers! I've kept mine because I'm a broke college student lol. Staff have always been nice, and the vibes of the restaurant are so trendy and chic, with really cool wall-art. Definitely give it a try!

I've been here twice. I enjoyed my food. But on my second visit here, I placed my order through…read moreDoorDash as a pick up. When I walked into the restaurant to pick up my food. I came through the door and a non melanated person comes in after me...I walked up to the counter and the person behind the counter (who SAW me walk in first) goes straight to the non melanated person first (who came in after me) and helps them...once that non melanated customer leaves the person behind the counter then turns and walks back to the stove and starts vigorously stirring the pot as if he doesn't see me standing there. I'm left waiting there until the trainee goes to the back and gets someone else who was VERY pleasant and helpful. I was about to put this establishment on my " Non-Melanated Do NOT Disturb or Give Them my Money" List!!!! Because first of all Sir...I came in first and I was the first one at the counter. You saw me come in first...you looked right past me and didn't make any eye contact. If I hadn't pre ordered and paid my food I would have walked out. And honestly I'm not one of those people who makes everything about skin color but this was obvious! He could have EASILY said..."someone will be with you shortly", or even "HELLO" ...if it wasn't for the guy who came out from the back, who may have been a manager I would have given a one star but I didn't run into this guy the first time and the food is good and taste fresh. I'm only giving two stars because of that particular employee. I didn't get his name but he was cooking,

What a great place! Our 2nd time here and it was even better…read morethan the 1st time. Service was outstanding and the pasta dishes were very tasty (and I don't even like Pasta which should say a lot. Our waitress Olivia was world class and very professional. Thanks again!!

First visit. Lunch for 11. We had a reservation for 11.30am…read more Table was ready and nicely presented , water and place mats were on the table. The restaurant got very busy and loud very quickly. We had to wait a while before our orders were taken so asked for some bread. We received nice warm bread with a Mediterranean dip. They serve a lunch special with Entree Salad and drink(soda) included for $13.99. You had a choice of Cesar or Garden salad. Both were delicious and fresh. Entrees were also good. Lasagne, Spaghetti and Meatballs, Meatball sub and fries. Everything was fresh and tasty. 20% Tip was automatically added to our check as it was a large party and 3% if you paid by credit card. We had a great time and loved the food

Moretti's is a quaint little spot just off I-85 in Greenville, South Carolina. My mom and I stopped…read morein on a Friday around 3 p.m., and honestly I wasn't that impressed. I've heard the place has been under new ownership within the past year, and it definitely felt like it might still be going through some growing pains. The restaurant wasn't busy at all except for a few regulars at the bar. It seemed like the regulars were getting plenty of attention, but service for us felt a little slower and less attentive. I ordered a personal pizza -- the Italian Flag -- and it took at least 30 minutes to come out, which felt pretty long considering we were basically the only people seated outside the bar area. It honestly made me wonder if the order might have been forgotten at some point. That said, the pizza itself was pretty good once it arrived. The flavors were solid, though I think it could have been a bit better overall. Our waitress was also very nice and friendly, which helped the experience. Overall, it was an alright visit, but the long wait time made me less enthusiastic about the place. Hopefully things improve as the new ownership settles in.

Their food is good, however I asked for a special pizza and they would not make it. The attendant…read morewas nice and asked the owner. I was also nice to the attendant. The owner came to the register and told me in no uncertain terms they would not modify their pizzas. Ok, so I left and the owner comes out to the car and tells me never to come back again! Can you imagine!!?

A lovely restaurant on the 2nd floor. I had an amazing spritz drink and we shared the Caesar salad…read morewhich was very good! I had the swordfish with shrimp- excellent! The swordfish was cooked perfectly!!!Hubby had the scallops-excellent! Great server- very nice Beautiful dining experience! Highly recommend

Honestly, such a great experience. Derrick was an amazing server--super attentive and gave great…read moresuggestions. Everything we ordered was delicious, from the appetizers to the drinks to dessert. The only downside was the initial vibe at the host stand, but once we were seated, the food and service more than made up for it!