We visited Giannini's last night and were truly impressed from start to finish. From the host, to…read moreour waitress, to the food and overall ambiance--it was more than just dinner, it was an experience. The service was prompt, welcoming, and incredibly family-friendly (we had our toddler with us and felt totally comfortable). It really gave that warm, authentic Italian family vibe. Before our meal even arrived, we were treated to bread, polenta with meat sauce, salad, and soup--such a generous and delicious start! Appetizers: * Tomato bruschetta - served on flatbread with the perfect balance of olive oil, spices, and fresh tomato * Salami & olive tray - simple, classic, and nostalgic in the best way Entrees: * Chicken Parmigiana - perfectly cooked with a rich marinara, served with vegetables (we added gnocchi with pesto--highly recommend!) * Veal Milanesa - beautifully breaded and full of flavor, with veggies and pasta of the day * Veal Saltimbocca - packed with flavor, especially the sage--definitely a standout dish * Child's spaghetti & meatball - perfect portion and a great option for little ones Dessert: * Lemon berry mascarpone cake - dense, lemony, and filled with fresh blueberries, topped with a raspberry drizzle--just the right amount of sweetness * Vanilla ice cream for the toddler (they even offered chocolate syrup--thoughtful touch!) Pricing felt very reasonable for the amount and quality of food--comparable to other spots in the area. If you're looking for a special, memorable dining experience in Amador County, Giannini's is absolutely worth a visit!

This is a quirky italian place that we stopped in traveling route 88 to Murphys California. We are…read morevegetarians and a lot of the other restaurants that were open (6pm on Friday) did not have veggie options surprisingly. I figured we couldn't go wrong with italian and this place was very close. I walked in and immediately loved the look of the restaurant. If you've been to Buca di Beppo it's kind of like that with lots of photos on the wall and italian statues around. It wasn't too busy and we were able to be seated right away. The table was set with a cute salad plate that I just loved the pattern of. Our waiter was young but friendly enough. The menu isn't the largest but it has all the staples. No pictures so I took to Yelp and Google to get a look at the food and see was was recommended. I settled on Eggplant Parmesean and my husband went with Fettuccini al Alberto. The waiter brought out bread and butter and parmesan cheese. The bread was ok, it didn't seem homemade and was a little bit like store brought sliced white bread. I was starving though so I welcomed anything to get started. I wish there had been olive oil and vinegar though. Next he brought out a big plate of polenta, which unfortunately was smothered in meat sauce. We had mentioned to him that we were vegetarians twice when we were ordering, so it was pretty disappointing to be presented with a meat dish. We pointed to him we couldn't eat the polenta with the meat sauce and he apologized but they did not offer to replace the dish with a regular red sauce. I was bummed because it looked really good and I really wish they had brought out a regular one. Seems like they could just use the red sauce as a standard so it After that there was a salad which had a red wine vinegar and olive oil, it also came with peppers, chickpeas and celery, which I thought was a nice way to add some color and flavor to the salad. We then were brought a lentil soup in a large blue bowl. The blue bowl seemed like an odd vessel but it worked. The soup was very tasty! Finally our entrees came. The entree portions were a little on the smaller side compared to other restaurants, however it is an appropriate amount considering how many appetizers they provide before it. I was surprised the eggplant parm didn't come with a side of spaghetti, but I could add some for $5. The eggplant was good, not overly fried and the red sauce was very tasty. My husband was very happy with the Fettuccini al Alberto (which was basically Alfredo). Overall this is kind of a funny place that had a quirky charm. I would come back again knowing what to ask for in terms of the polenta.

Amazing Italian food! Great owners and hard working to give a great product for our community!read more

Beautiful restaurant. Great atmosphere. Big portions that taste delicious. Attentive staff. I love…read moreit when the chef checks on guess and ensures satisfaction. 5 out of 5 all the way

What a family feeling as soon as you walk into this welcoming place. My best friend and I searched…read moreYelp for an Italian restaurant to try after wine tasting in Helwig winery. The reviews made it a quick decision to head over to Teresa's Place! As soon as we entered, the staff placed us in a quiet area that made me feel "at home". Servers explained the menu and specials promptly. Warm fresh bread was a perfect starter since we had just enjoyed wine tasting. We ordered the lasagna and chicken D'Aglio. I chose a pesto sauce for my pasta. Their entrees as filling, as these come with minestrone soup, bread, and salad. I couldn't get enough of the croutons, dressing, and garbanzo beans with the fresh, crisp salad! When you're here, make sure to walk around inside to admire the decor and read their family's rich history, including photos with the Pope St. John Paul II. I enjoyed reading a bit of Italy geography and history on the dining table place mat too! This is a big restaurant with plenty of tables, especially ideal for bigger parties like family gatherings. There's so much to see and enjoy while you wait for your food! When I boxed up my leftovers, one of the staff came to me and helped me scrape the creamy, garlic and olive oil sauce from the chicken dish and scrape the pesto from the bottom of the pasta dish into my to-go box. This is the type of personal service I love and appreciate from family-owned restaurants! I'm glad we came across this lovely restaurant with wonderful staff and authentic, delicious Italian food!

Jackson, California. Population: sleepy. Streets: winding like drunk snakes slithering off into the…read moreSierra foothills. My phone? Dead--stone cold, digital corpse. I was stranded, hungry, gut gnawing itself in some Dantean ring of small-town purgatory, when out of the fluorescent chaos of a Raley's supermarket, a Gen Z angel with Wi-Fi wings took pity on me. Her phone pulsed like the North Star and she pointed me down to salvation: Teresa's Place. By God, I arrived. The sun was bleeding out across the horizon, Main Street slipping into shadow, and there it was: a glowing sign like a neon Eucharist. Parking lot across the street. The doorway pulled me in like a vacuum cleaner from 1952. Inside: dim red tones, white lights surgical and holy, Brooklyn noir under an Amador County sky. Louie's Restaurant vibes--but Sollozzo ain't getting shot here, sweetheart. No: this is Jackson. This is love. The service? Think grandma with a cigarette in one hand and a stopwatch in the other--warm but brisk, like they've been running this joint since Prohibition and ain't about to let you slow them down. The Chianti comes in buckets. Jaegermeister on the dessert menu--yes, they're serious, yes, you're taking the shot, yes, Jesus himself approves. Now, the food. THE FOOD. It comes in cathedral portions, a medieval banquet dropped in your lap. My chicken parm? Christ Almighty, it was Everest under a landslide of marinara, parsley fresh as a spring fling, pasta al dente enough to play a banjo tune. Before that came minestrone, a salad with Thousand Island like some glorious church picnic of yesteryear, croutons snapping like gunfire. Bread and butter so fresh you want to slap someone. Then dessert: WALNUT PIE. Who makes walnut pie? Teresa's does. Whipped cream piled like the Alps. I licked the plate like a lunatic. Let's be clear: this is no bland Chili's with soul vacuum décor. This is a time machine, a love letter, a belly hug from the Old Country. Cozy, romantic, small-town crickets outside and Sinatra crooning in your bloodstream. And the kicker? The wall of dollars. A shrine of American greenbacks pinned with a tiny Italian flag, Grandma Teresa watching from the photo frame like a saint with marinara rosary beads. Each bill matched, money funneled to five local charities. You eat, you drink, you laugh, you sin, and you walk away knowing your gluttony just saved the world--or at least a piece of Amador County. Five out of five, no hesitation, no irony. Teresa's Place is the real deal, a mad holy Italian fever dream in a town you didn't even know existed. If North Beach has the flash, Jackson has the soul.

We discovered this absolute hidden gem for our anniversary and couldn't have been happier. Even…read morewithout a reservation, the staff was incredibly accommodating and sat us immediately. We chose to sit inside, but there was also outside seating available.. which offers a beautiful, serene view overlooking a cute creek--the perfect atmosphere for a special night. The food was phenomenal from start to finish. We started with the bruschetta, followed by the seafood linguine and a perfectly prepared chicken marsala with pasta that was cooked perfectly. We even tried the affogato dessert, which was a delicious surprise! A huge shoutout to our server, Eden, who truly went above and beyond to make our night feel special. Whether you sit in their cozy interior or by the water, this place is a must-visit.

On our first visit to Amore Mio Italian Bistro we were impressed, and we left completely satisfied…read more The food was delicious and perfectly prepared. The staff were polite and on top of everything. I had the lasagna and it was hot from beginning to end. I felt it could use more pasta, but it was rich and satisfying. My wife said her Tuscany soup was "chocked full of goodness". She felt a bowl would've been too much, so the cup was perfect. She also really enjoyed the amount of cheese and artichoke in the beignets. The artichoke was present but not overwhelming, and the cheese was creamy and delicious. The meal came with a side of warm bread, and it paired perfectly with the side of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. We look forward to many more meals here. We sat outside with a nice view of a small creek. The sound of the freeway can sometimes take away from the peaceful outside ambience, but it's nothing the restaurant can control. We had a wonderful experience and definitely recommend this restaurant.

Food was outstanding, they accommodate a special jalapeño substitution for the excellent chicken…read morecacciatore. The service was of the highest quality, very attentive but not intrusive

Best Italian food ever. The waitress, Melissa, was outstanding!!! You have to come for the soup…read moreand bread. We had the lasagna and the Michalagelo. MAKE RESERVATIONS!!

Such a great spot for Italian food! We ordered the Caesar Salad, Nettie's Caprese, and Fettuccine…read moreAlfredo Con Gamberetti, and everything was delicious. The Caesar Salad had perfectly crunchy croutons, a flavorful dressing, and just the right amount of Parmesan. The burrata came with super fresh, tasty tomatoes and was a standout. The shrimp Alfredo was creamy, rich, and really satisfying. Service was attentive with regular check-ins, and the ambiance felt warm and welcoming; definitely a good place for kids or a casual meal any time of day. I'd recommend making a reservation ahead of time since it's on the smaller side and fills up quickly!

I took my Fiancee here for his birthday dinner and it was great!…read more Wait staff was super friendly and service was very fast. I also liked that they boxed our leftovers for us. I would recommend making a reservation because it's a very small restaurant. Pasta plates are around $24 each and it is very hefty servings, you will not go hungry.

If you enjoy fine dining, you must try this place in Plymouth, California…read more When you walk in, it is quite busy and loud in the main section of the building, but seating for dinner is in a room behind that and as much quieter. Service was impeccable. For dinner, you can choose a three course or five course meal. We chose the three course which includes one small plate, one large plate, and dessert... We also added the wine pairing. The mushroom cigar was to die for. I ordered halibut for my main course. It was cooked to perfection. The hint of tarragon in the vegetables was delicious and the risotto ball was excellent. I always order Affogato. Unfortunately I forgot to order decaf. It is currently 12:30 AM and I am still awake, but it was so worth it.

Food:5 out of 5 Service: 5 out of 5…read moreAmbiance: 4 out 5 Great lunch, friendly servers, laid back attitude for being a Michelin star.

Love it!!! Excellent food!! And the service was amazing!!! Will be back sooon I definitely…read morerecommend to everyone!!! Bring your family!!!

Awesome Customer Service Will most definitely be coming…read moreback!!! The food was a 10/10 Great environment for family

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The eggplant Parmesan is always excellent. Their house salad and bread are fantastic as well. We…read moreusually order on DoorDash so no notes on their service.