Went for the second time this week. Was pretty busy around dinner time on a Saturday. Service was…read morefriendly and knowledgeable. Food was delicious and perfect portions. They bring bread with olive oil to start and the dishes come with a soup or salad. I believe it's the manager there, but he is so friendly to everyone and we will defintely be coming more often.

Went here with my daughter and her family, along with our cousin, to celebrate my birthday…read more The food was very delicious and all of enjoyed the meals that each of us chose. Pasta was done perfectly just like I ordered it ("Al Dente") and the sauce was made just right, not too sharp or sweet, and unlike some places that I have been to over the years, you could tell that it was made fresh and not just something from a jar, and definitely not somewhat watery. Definitely a place worth going to again. Service was also very friendly and helpful and the cost was very reasonable.

THE best Italian restaurant in McHenry or Lake County. Their food is to die for. Downtown Chicago…read morecan't keep up.

Paisano's on Broadway occupies a unique--and important--place in Richmond's dining landscape…read more Credit where it's due: Phil and Karen Gilardi were instrumental in elevating the town beyond pure fast-food dependence. They recognized early that Richmond sits on a corridor of movement--Chicago flowing north toward Lake Geneva, that Midwestern analogue to the Riviera--and made a legitimate attempt to create a stop where people could sit down, slow down, and share a meal. I still remember my first visit, back when Paisano's had maybe five tables. I was seated next to none other than Dan Rostenkowski, then Speaker of the House. That moment captured something about the place: it aspired to be part of a broader, more connected world than Richmond typically experiences. The concept has always been clear--family-style, approachable Italian, positioned as a step above casual dining. And to their credit, they've maintained consistency over the years. That said, the food itself lands squarely in the "acceptable" category. Not offensive, not memorable--reliably mediocre. It satisfies the requirement of a meal without ever quite justifying a detour. Yet here's the reality: within a five-mile radius, Paisano's remains the only place where you can reasonably take someone on a sit-down date without apology. That alone gives it staying power. Paisano's isn't trying to be extraordinary--and it doesn't quite get there. But it filled a vacuum when it arrived, and in many ways, it still does.

Beautiful restaurant great service good food nice atmosphere. I had the Halibut Capotana it was…read moresensational.

We were excited to finally try Olivia's. We decided to go for an early dinner (5:30ish) on a…read moreFriday evening. First impression, the parking lot was empty. We had heard they were busy, many times with wait times. So we were surprised. The ambiance is really nice, A really nice Italian dinner restaurant. I started with an Old Fashioned and it was one of the better ones I have had. They really nailed it. There are a couple on their menu so I was sure to say "not the one with soda/selter". That a Wisconsin one :) We asked if the Caesar was large enough to split to start. They said yes. Great. There were 3 tables filled so it was finally not empty. Not sure why the bar seating was empty- looked like a great place to sit too. After ten minutes we gave our order, Chicken Piccata for my wife and I had the Pork Chop special. The waiter didn't come by and we didn't get our salad. He was busy making drinks for one larger party (the 4th table). Finally our entree's came. I asked what happened to our salad. He looked confused. I reminded him we asked if it was large enough to split and we would start with it. He was genuinely sorry. It happens. Then we ate the entree's. My wife's Chicken was flavorful and served hot. It was very good. My pork chop was closer to room temp rather than hot. The flavor was really good. Unfortunately I have a thing about eating my food hot, not on the cold side. I told the waiter. He was sorry and asked if he could have them heat it up. I passed .... Didn't want dryer food while my wife ate alone. The manager came over and insisted it didn't sit at the window. Not sure WHY he wanted to argue this point. I offered the plate so he could taste or even feel the dish at that point. He seemed genuinely wanting to help, but he didn't need to make us feel like we were wrong. Again - not the end of the world. So why 3 stars? My wife's food was great. The taste of mine was good. They didn't charge us for my dinner. Their Old Fashioned was out of this world (ask Omar to make it). The truth is we want to try it again and see if this was a glitch. If it wasn't a glitch, it's why they weren't packed on a Friday night.

Galati's continues to deliver good food for a reasonable price. There are sandwiches, pizza and of…read morecourse their delicious pasta dishes. The people there are always welcoming and happy to see us. It's very much a family business. Tables are tight and they usually have sports on the two tvs in the dining room. It's a place we return to time and time again.

My previous review was spot-on ... except for the rating…read more After dinning here countless more times, I'm here to declare Galati's deserves five stars! I love this place! But then, who doesn't love restaurants that serve delicious food, at reasonable prices, in a clean, quaint setting, with friendly service? My wife and I have been here many times and have never left disappointed. I highly recommend starting out with the Bruschetta. It is very good. Some of our favorite entrees include: Ravioli Rosa, Chicken Parmigiana (the breading on the chicken is wonderful), Lasagna, and Shrimp alla Diavolo. The soup of the day is always homemade and delicious! They also have great pizza! This is one of the best Italian Restaurants in Lake County. But don't take my word for it...go see for yourself. You won't be disappointed.

Ristorante Bottaio is a true hidden gem in the suburbs. Everything we tried felt comforting,…read moreclassic, and well done. We ordered the bruschetta, crostini burrata e pesto, tortellacci with vodka sauce, rigatoni with veggies in a tomato cream sauce, melanzana parmigiana, a house salad, and mint and chocolate ice cream. The standouts were definitely the eggplant parm and anything with the vodka sauce. The eggplant parm is almost like a lasagna with layers, and the marinara is rich and delicious. The house salad was simple, but the vinaigrette dressing really makes it. It is so flavorful and a must try. Overall, a great spot if you are craving Italian. I would definitely come back.

B: be sure to make a reservation, as this place is popular! Very easy on OpenTable…read more O: olive oil with the pre-dinner bread is very premium. T: tasty entrees like pollo y pesto gnocchi come with a soup or house salad. I would say the fried calamari was a bit underwhelming and not as crispy as I would like. T: the portions to price point are very reasonable. No kids' menu, but there's something for everyone, like pizzas, pastas, and salad. A: attentive service all night! I: inside is cozy, with tables relatively close together and limited table spade. O: oh boy, we'll definitely be back! And thanks for the birthday tiramisu for my husband's celebration! Very light and flavorful.

BEST FILET EVER. The…read morefilet and lobster was delicious! And a very interesting and unusual decor.

Dined here for valentines and had the sweetest server. Love the decor and vibe inside - it almost…read morefelt like we left the Midwest. Too many tasty cocktails to choose from! The bread they bring to the table is so delicious. We gorged ourselves on the crab and mussels and went home with the sides and pasta. Made for a lovely second lazy meal the next day.

Amazing hidden Gem !…read more My husband and I went here last night and Nick was our waiter and he was so Helpful and kind and friendly. I explained this was our first time visiting this place and he recommended everything will be delicious So we ordered the grilled calamari, it was delicious and grilled perfect Then we ordered the maghertia pizza, that was Amazing delicious perfect Then we ordered side orders of pasta with vodka sauce guess that was Amazing as well Then we ordered the tiramisu and yes Amazing!! I highly recommend going here if you love great service and great food ! The is Family friendly place, great to celebrate birthdays and anniversary celebrations or whatever you want

The food was tasty and the marinara sauce was delicious! The restaurant vibe reminded me of a New…read moreYork deli, where you walk up, read the menu board, select beverages in a refrigerated case, chip sides, etc., place your order and a server from the kitchen delivers to your table. We tried the spaghetti marinara and antipasto salad, but watched mouth watering pizza pies go by as well as giant, juicy looking Italian beef sandwiches. We also spotted an authentic brick pizza oven which was a pleasant surprise. Bonta is a no frills spot, and has pre-rolled plastic flatware, so don't expect anything fancy, the food was the star here! There was plenty of seating and is located in a strip mall off 21/Milwaukee Avenue, in Lincolnshire with convenient parking. I can't wait to go back and try the pizza!

My wife and I have never been disappointed. Drinks are a little bit pricey. Service was very…read moreprompt. I server extremely polite and very engaged. Look forward to our next visit.

Tuscany Bistro: Nice on Paper, Unwelcome When It Counts…read more Tuscany Bistro carries itself well; white linens, polished service staff, the kind of presentation that signals you're somewhere a step above the usual. In Kenosha, it's the closest thing we have to proper fine dining Italian. That promise matters, especially when you're hosting important guests. Tonight, I brought two key suppliers, one from Portland, one from India with twelve years in Paris and a refined palate. They'd both flown in to see me, and I wanted them to feel welcomed and valued in my hometown. Our server deserves credit; he was attentive, knowledgeable, genuinely good at his craft. The wine came promptly. So did our meals. But the moment the food landed, cracks appeared. My Portland colleague got lasagna that tasted solid but looked like it had been scooped onto the plate without thought. My filet mignon was genuinely good, but the potatoes came out overcooked and tough on the outside, their skins inedible. The greens were bland, underseasoned. The salad earlier had been forgettable, not even average. Then, at eight forty, the real problem started. The staff began clearing tables loudly. Within minutes, they were yelling across the dining room to each other. At nine o'clock sharp, the lights came completely up and the music shut off entirely. Staff voices got louder: "goodnight, bye" echoing repeatedly, clearly meant as a signal. At nine twenty, the manager appeared and essentially told us they were closed. Here's what makes this worse: they don't close until nine thirty. That's their published closing time on a weeknight. We had a seven forty-five reservation. They gave us forty-five minutes of dinner service before treating us like we'd overstayed our welcome. You don't do that in a restaurant of this caliber. You don't do it when guests are still dining. You absolutely don't do it during a business meeting where first impressions matter. Our server was clearly caught between his training and a directive from above; he never even offered dessert or another round of wine, he just brought the check. The food had potential. The service was undermined by poor management. But the message was clear: your reservation time doesn't matter once their clock hits nine. Tuscany Bistro wants to feel upscale. It needs to act like it.

You know, since moving to Schaumburg 2 1/2 years ago, me and hub hub had passed this place a lot…read more It seemed like 1 million times - and all the while we would say "we need to come here sometime!" So, last night was that time! We walked in about 5:15 on a Sunday afternoon, and they were pretty busy! In addition, they had a guy singing acoustically with his guitar, pretty sweet! We were quickly seated, and water came instant instantaneously along with the menus. I ordered a cocktail and hubby stuck with water. He is, after all, the designated driver tonight. We decided to order Arancini and bruschetta for appetizers, while we ordered a margherita pizza for our main. Very quickly, the appetizer showed up - and the arancini's were small, but very warm to the touch and the bruschetta, while small at only four pieces, had lots of mozzarella, tomatoes, and olive oil on them just the way we like it! Needless to say, the appetizers killed it. But what about the pizza? You may ask well, it showed up and it was very hot- not only was it delicious, but it was the first pizza we've had since arriving in Chicago that had a a crust that tasted like many pizzas we ate in California - that was not a bad thing. While we sat there eating and enjoying the music, we commented on how pleasant and simple the restaurant was and more importantly, the staff was wonderful and very accommodating. Do we recommend this restaurant? Yup, and it's now on our rotation list! Try it and tell us what you think will you?

Absolutely fantastic and fresh food. I had the pesto gnocchi and my friend had pizza with mushrooms…read moreand sausage. We'll be back!