Food, service and ambiance were all better than average. However, full disclaimer is that I have…read morenot visited this restaurant since December 2023, so things may have changed since then!??! ‍

So disappointing. Went last night because we heard this was a "good red sauce Italian restaurant"…read morebut it was anything but We had to beg to have our order taken. Had to beg for the check. Chicken marsala was inedible, zuppa de pesci was bland, linguine vongole white sauce had no flavor and dry mussels, husband's order for bow ties arrived with penne. No seasoning on anything. They seem to have ample front-of-house help but no one doing much work. And- no wine list? The bread with dipping oil was pretty good but otherwise everything was Just awful. Yuck.

I hardly ever write reviews or feel the need to blast a bad meal but THIS could not go u checked!!…read more I ordered a small pepperoni, sausage pizza with onions. From the moment the delivery person handed over the BOX, the order WREAKED of onions!! So much so my entire HOME smells like onions!! I spent over a half hour picking off onions (which were chopped in HUGE chunks and just thrown on top in mounds). NO ONE could eat the pizza because all you smell in every slice ... was uncooked ONIONS. I've attached a pic of just how many I picked off!! RIDICULOUS!!

We got take out from here. Food was pretty good. I like the old school NY pizza shop vibe. I'm sure…read morewe'll be back when a craving for pizza hits.

Such great food! Reservations are required…read more It can be a tight fit but the set up is great. The service can take a little time but that is because everything is made to order and soooo worth it!

I always like to start with 5 stars and Gocciolina is close, even though I took 2 away. Why?…read moreOne star goes because the appetizer should have had a piece of bread served with it. It was good, I am certain all their appetizers are. But, a small plate without a chunk of bread for the gravy is sad. OK. Maybe that is 1/2 of a star, the other half is for the less than generous wine pour. I honestly expected more than an ounce our two and I have been more in may other restaurantss, both here and in Italy. The other star goes away for the slopply dessert service. I ordered almond cake at the recommendation of the couple sitting next to me at the bar and an espresso. I expected the cake, the the coffee or, perhaps, both together. I got the coffee and later the cake. Stmosphere, serving people, hostess, all top notch. Maybe I will go back and g et better appetizers and desserts next time.

Everything was amazing! Service, appetizers and entrees! We all enjoyed our dishes. Will definitely…read morereturn! I wasn't drinking at the time so I don't know how they were but the drinks looked good. The atmosphere was nice and relaxing...not pretentious at all.

I came here for a group dinner, which was served family style in a private room in the back…read more I was the only vegan in the group, and the server was very attentive, making sure that I knew what food was vegan and what was not, bringing me separate versions of the dishes, and even coming out to confirm with me if I was okay with honey or not. Overall, I cannot speak highly enough of the service. I always feel anxious asking for vegan versions at restaurants which don't have anything vegan on the menu, but I felt very at ease here. The staff was extremely professional. They brought me a separate salad, which was some kind of pepper / oil / radish situation. The main dish was a basil & eggplant pasta with red sauce. The noodles themselves were delicious, and I loved the basil & eggplant. I did feel that the sauce was perhaps a bit bland / undersalted, but I suspect that was because of the vegan accommodations. I think the salad suffered for similar reasons. I think they could improve their menu by designing an intentionally vegan main dish, particularly one that was more well-balanced to make up for the lack of cheese (everything else had cheese in it, so I'm assuming that was the problem with my dish). Overall, however, I was very impressed with the service and it was a very positive experience. I appreciate the lengths to which they went to accommodate me.

Greasy pizza! Good service!…read moreWell decorated! 10/10! I definitely recommend eating here and getting a cheese pizza!

We stopped here for a late lunch before heading back to the Winston area. My wife remembered a…read morefoodie friend recommending this spot, especially for its wall of photos with famous visitors, so we decided to check it out. The restaurant sits on Franklin Street, right in the heart of Chapel Hill near UNC. It's a lively, walkable area filled with shops and restaurants. Parking can be a little tricky--we circled a few blocks before finding a gravel lot nearby (free after 6 p.m. and all day Sunday). Inside, the place had an old-school, authentic feel. The staff spoke Italian, which added to the vibe, and the red curved booths reminded me of classic pizza joints from my childhood. The menu is posted on the wall behind the counter, and you order before sitting down. We also noticed their most recent health score was a 99, which was reassuring. My wife ordered the chef's salad, and I went with the meat stromboli. Her salad was fresh, colorful, and much better than the iceberg lettuce you often get. She enjoyed it so much that she finished before my stromboli was ready. When mine came out, it was served on a pizza pan with a side of sauce--it looked and tasted great. It was also clear they do a strong takeout business, with lots of people picking up orders and the phone constantly ringing. Overall, the food was solid, the atmosphere memorable, and it felt like a local institution that's earned its recognition. Definitely worth a stop if you're in Chapel Hill.

Tesoro is a cute little neighborhood gem in Carborro just a stones throw away from Weaver Street…read moremarket. The vibes are intimate and cozy, and I'm so glad I made a reservation because even on a Tuesday night, the whole place was full, and people kept coming throughout the evening. There's a few smaller tables and a bar overlooking an open kitchen. Bonus vibes points for the fresh flowers on the tables. The menu is Italian with a small, focused menu. We started with the focaccia bread, and wow, it was pillowy and melt in your mouth good. The butter that accompanies it was a warm hug that brought the whole thing together. Otherwise, we ordered a few other dishes. The waitress was really kind and helped us ensure that everything we got was vegetarian. We ordered the linguini vegetarian, rigatoni, and the gnocchi. All were very flavorful and rich tasting.

Tesoro is a charming little Italian spot in Carrboro. We sat outside on a beautiful day, which made…read morecelebrating my husband's birthday even more memorable. We started with the beets, focaccia with whipped herb butter and a glass of wine--simple, fresh, and a great way to start the meal (the focaccia is a must order and the herb butter was worth the $1 upgrade). For our entrées, he had the mafalde and I ordered the ricotta gnudi. Both dishes were delicious. We couldn't skip dessert. We shared the caramel bread pudding with ice cream and the olive oil cake with citrus crème anglaise. The olive oil cake is a must order. Because of the restaurant's small size, I'd definitely recommend making a reservation if you plan to dine in.

This was actually my second choice for dinner my first pick was fully booked but honestly, this…read moreplace completely exceeded my expectations! The inside is absolutely gorgeous I loved the huge mushroom / flower lights, and we scored the cutest little table with the most perfect natural light The food was incredible. We started with the rice balls for an appetizer (9/10 highly recommend), I had the rigatoni (8/10), and my boyfriend went with the New York steak, which he rated an 8.5/10. Everything was delicious. As for the service, I thought our waiter could've been a bit more attentive and personable, though my boyfriend thought he was perfect so that might just be me! Either way, it didn't take away from the overall experience at all. If you're in the area, definitely give this place a try. You won't be disappointed!

The restaurant is light filled and airy…read more Pasta dishes and entrees were all very good. Wait staff was attentive.

Very quick service and friendly folks here - so warm and welcoming. Parking wise there's a garage…read morenearby. It was kind of hard to find at first, hidden with a small sign and you go up a stairwell. I actually really appreciated that they had 1/2 pizzas as we weren't very hungry and just needed a quick bite. Perfect little place to eat at and would go again for the friendly service.

I stopped in for lunch. I went to order the eggplant parmesan + the lady recommended that they only…read moreget a half a sandwich. I did. Was quite substantial and quite tasty. But tomato sauce tasted like it was homemade. They had other lunch specials like 2 slices and a drink for $10. Seems reasonable, but I am from California.