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.

Great place to eat. I had the manicotti, and it was excellent. Very tasty, served hot in a…read moreskillet, tons of cheese and sauce. Kent is the owner and he takes a personal interest in every customer. The chef is Kent's son and he did a terrific job. Price was very reasonable for the huge quantity of food. Clean comfortable place to dine. Not real busy at noon, you can get in and out fast. I give this restaurant my highest recommendation. Don't forget to finish up dining by eating a delicious cannoli.

My husband was craving pasta so we decided to try here. The bartender/host/waiter was so nice. The…read morecustomer service was excellent and he was the only one working out front. The restaurant and bar is cozy and welcoming. The pasta bakes we had were very cheesy and delicious. I would like to come back during happy hour or another time to try the hot dogs. Also seems like a good place to watch sporting events.

What a hidden gem! We stopped in for dinner on a Monday for the Bluegill fish special. The food…read morewas awesome! They only have this fish special on occasion, so it's a good idea to call ahead. They serve it pan fried, deep fried, and blackened. We loved the large salad, and homemade salad dressings, too! We can't wait to come back to explore thereat of the menu! Thank you Village Pizzeria Od Dresser! We're looking forward to trying the Prime Rib Sandwich next!!

Pizza is great. Had a medium Supreme was like $26.00. Service was quick. Ambiance is a nice…read moreresturant in a small town.

Grabbed a seat at the bar at Olio in Bayport and had one of those meals that reminds you why bar…read moredining can be just as good as a full table setup. I started with a glazed dish of what looked like tender bites of pork over sweet potatoes, topped with crispy quinoa and fresh mint - the sweet and savory combo with that herby crunch on top was addictive, and we scraped the bowl clean. For the main, the crispy skin fish was the star of the night. The skin was shattered-glass crispy, the flesh underneath flaky and perfectly cooked, and it sat on a bright, punchy salad with radicchio and shaved fennel that cut through the richness perfectly. The cocktails were just as thoughtful. I had a beautifully balanced sour-style drink with a soft foam top and a dusting of spice, and it was easy to see why the bar program here gets so much love -- the shelves behind the bar are stocked deep, and it shows in the drinks. The whole vibe at the bar is relaxed but polished, with the bartenders keeping an easy pace and clearly knowing the menu inside and out. Olio is proof that Bayport has some serious culinary talent tucked into it. Already thinking about what I'll order next time.

Have had Olio on the list of places to try for a while and a friend suggested making reservations…read more We went on a lovely Sunday evening for an early dinner. The space is small, but so adorable. There is also a nice patio. The cocktail and wine list were very intriguing, so decided to go for a cocktail. I tried the Sanka Ya Dead (mostly because of the name) and it was such a refreshing summer beverage. The food was spectacular. There was a corn appetizer special that I could not pass up. We also were among garlic bread fanatics, so had to get that as well. Both appetizers were delicious. I chose the rigatoni for my main with chicken parm. This was such yummy comfort in a bowl. The chicken parmesan was a giant piece, so you may have some leftover. I wasn't hungry enough to tack on dessert, but others got the olive oil cake and it looked good. I do recommend making a reservation, although bar seating appears to be first come, first serve. Definitely recommend a dinner at Olio.

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.

Another place where I wish half stars were available. I'd give Angelina's 3.5, ahead of average…read more The biggest thing Angelina's has going for it is the atmosphere. The space is cozy and comfortable. There also happened to be a piano player in the night we visited. The food was fine, just nothing I was particularly blown away by. I had chicken marsala and it was just a bit sweet (yes, I know marsala is sweeter cooking wine, but this was almost sugary). I think I would try something different next time. It appeared they had some happy hoir specials and they do have to-go items available for purchase as well.

The best authentic Alfredo you'll ever have in your entire life. My favorite type of noodles are…read morethe Mafaldine noodles and they have this here for most of their pasta dishes. It is a slender version of the lasagna noodle, and I absolutely love this type of noodle. Their pasta is made al dente and it's absolutely just perfect. I am super picky when I order chicken at Restaurants because I feel like most places it taste almost like it came from frozen and you will not get that feeling or taste at this place. All of their entrées comes with side bread. I did get a Caesar salad and it was very good. The Caesar salad dressing is super delicious.. Their parking lot is very small, especially for dinner time. It is packed and you could find yourself waiting 15 minutes before someone leaves. There are street parking, but those spots are usually all taken. The neighborhood is only for residential permit parking. You may find yourself walking 2 to 3 blocks to get to this restaurant if they're parking lot is full.

We ventured here for a cousins birthday for lunch. Our server was very attentive and could handle…read moreour "wild" group of 5 ladies. 3 of us split the chicken parm and pesto pasta as our main. We started with the calamari, wings and the house bread. Calamari - maybe a tad over cooked but it was nice and crispy and that aioli was so yummy. The wings- nicely cooked and the teriyaki had a little kick. Chicken parm - large serving and nice flavor. Pesto pasta- creamy and like the fettuccini meets pesto. It was satisfying and would be excellent with chicken. The noodle texture was fun and filling. We also tried bites of cheese bread and the marinara was nice. Overall a tasty lunch!

Food is fabulous! Family recipes and sauce are incredibly delicious!…read more Owners are friendly and personable-a delight to visit with them. Def a must stop if in the area!

Wonderful experience. Service was fantastic and food was great quality. Bona Casa has been serving…read morefood for years.

Went to the new one in Mall of America, what a total disappointment! Took 12 minutes for waitress…read moreto come over. She brought wrong garnish and proudly announced she has ADD!! The deep dish pizza was Dry and tasteless, salad limp not cold or fresh!! The manager was too busy bussing tables to manage his staff!! Definitely won't be back!

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.

So happy to have stumbled on this gem while on my way to Wisconsin from Minneapolis! I was nervous…read moreto come here at first because we had a large group and the restaurant didn't take reservations but I'm so happy we still came. The ambiance is lovely and quaint with a small shop up front. The restaurant menu had so many options for vegetarians and gluten free with an extensive tea selection also. I ended up ordering a glass of wine and the warm Brie and baguette appetizer which was absolutely divine!! The whole group loved it and I will be coming back if I pass along this way again.

The space is super cute. Outdoor patio is quaint and covered so it doesn't feel like a parking lot…read morearea. Indoors is small and quaint. Service was super friendly and quick: accurate and they let us do separate checks, which is always nice. Food is fresh, salads are crisp and plentiful. Teas are delicious. Would come back for live music!

Excellent food, great owners & staff, nice relaxed atmosphere - 5 stars!…read more I really like EF5. The food is excellent. I tried 2 kinds of pizza, 2 appetizers, 1 hot hoagie, and a specialty cocktail. Good stuff! I really enjoyed talking to the staff too. As it turns out, the people I was talking to were the owners. And their young daughter was hanging out on one of the back tables. They're very friendly, sincere people. It was a pleasure meeting with them. The service was a little slow and the orders got a bit mixed up. But everything else totally made up for a few minor glitches. I really love the old photos and the story about the monster EF5 tornado that leveled the entire city of New Richmond in 1899. I was totally clueless. It was the strongest tornado on record in Wisconsin. It killed 117 people and numerous horses. Incredible! The storm is the namesake of the bar. If you love pizza and drinks (and who doesn't?) , this place should be top of your list. Thumbs up! -Daddy Maxx Retro