Don't ask me how to pronounce it. No one seems to know. There is something about Spezia that is so welcoming. No wonder it's always packed. Friendly service, comfy setting, and oh yeah - the food! Unfortunately for me, there is too much seafood on the menu but there's always something. People rave about the seafood dishes so I'll trust them and say it must be good. I'm just not into it. On this visit, we each ordered a cocktail. I decided to try the lemon martini which I never order and OH MY GOODNESS. It was awesome! They nailed it. The limoncello brought it home. My dining partner had a dirty martini and was satisfied as well. We enjoyed a Spezia salad which featured mixed greens, prosciutto, tomato, Kalamata olives, and a house vinaigrette. It all combined so well. The lettuce was wonderfully fresh, no need to pick out rotting leaves like some places. The dressing was simply light and delish. We shared a plate of spaghetti. You get several options to add to it. The grilled spicy Italian sausage sounded good. I'm not sure which was better. The sausage or the marinara sauce. Both were soooooo good!! The sausage was truly grilled and spicy and just amazing, and it was not greasy either. The marinara sauce challenged my own that I make at home. We devoured that plate of spaghetti which was big enough to share. I forgot to take a picture as it was served so I am sharing a tight shot of half the order after we divided it. read more

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This is one of our favorite Italian spots and definitely my favorite place for pasta. There is plenty of parking right on site, and reservations are super easy to make online. It can get pretty busy, so I definitely recommend making one ahead of time. The ambiance is quiet and really nice, and the restaurant is much larger inside than I expected, which makes it feel comfortable without feeling crowded. The happy hour menu is such a great deal. $6 Old Fashioneds is almost unheard of, and they are perfectly made for my taste every time. My favorite pasta is similar to a Cajun cream sauce, with the perfect balance of flavors and they definitely do not skimp on the chicken. My kids love the complimentary bread and always order the salmon pasta. I am usually too full for dessert, but this time we shared the chocolate raspberry cheesecake and it was so good it disappeared before I could even get a picture. Definitely a place we keep coming back to. read more

Spezia - Pasta perfection! - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Another wonderful experience at Spezia! This restaurant has its own parking, but it's pretty tight so plan accordingly. Reservations are highly recommended any evening of the week and anytime on weekends Cozy bar area, dining area, and two large party rooms that can be used for special events A great menu, seasonal specials, wonderful desserts, and a happy hour - who could ask for anything more?! Very attentive service and quality dishes make for a great experience. This restaurant is an Omaha staple and definitely a favorite as they're always busy. Check out Spezia, it has some parking make sure you have a reservation and Manga! read more

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Food was very good. Served was incredible. Unfortunately I don't think I would return. The manager came tomoye table and said we needed to vacate our table (not asked) and move to the bar so that another reservation could have our table. There were multiple tables finished eating and we haven't even been offered our checks yet. We got there at 5pm on a Tuesday. I've never had a manager tell us to move to the bar ever. We were when our 94yr old friend to celebrate her bday. I found it rude to make us move and of purse bar was full anyway so we stood in parking lot to finish chatting. Horrible. read more

Spezia - Pork chop - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Great food with even better company! We ordered a variety of food such as meatballs and spaghetti, lamb chops, grilled salmon (3 of us had the same thing). Our waiter was great also! He presented our expresso martinis fabulously. These were very tasty! The restaurant was very busy but it was a Friday night which is the traditional date night on top of it being lent season! read more

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Went to dinner last night with my wife and her mom before a show. It was very busy so it was a good thing we had reservations. Nathan was our server and he took great care of us. We had arancini for an appetizer which are always delicious. My wife and I split a Spezia salad and the petit tenderloin and seafood plate. Plenty of food and cooked perfectly. My mother-in-law ordered the rainbow trout special. I would normally never order trout as I always think it's a fishy fish, but it looked absolutely delicious and got me rethinking how I feel about trout. We finished off with the raspberry cheesecake which is specially made for the restaurant. Five stars all around! read more

My brother told us about this restaurant that's known for their top tier service and amazing flavorful dishes. Decor gives date night vibe, but casual as a single person or with family. Service was great and greeted upon arrival per walk in with my brother and my son (infant). Our sever for tonight was Heather, she provided exceptional service and explained the menu and answered our questions. I ordered the eggplant parmigiana and my brother had the seafood pasta dish (forgot name of dish), restaurant accommodate us with the white sauce pasta instead of red sauce pasta (amazing Alfredo sauce! And fresh food). Portions were great and had enough for tomorrow's lunch. Overall, amazing place, tip of it all was the famous Tiramisu! Must try. This restaurant was a great experience and felt welcome with such amazing staff and delicious food. read more

Spezia - Eggplant Parmigiana frigates Alfredo sauce pasta - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Long running restaurant with good quality food. I have steered my friends to this place for good Italian food. Service is impeccable and so many good choices of dishes. I have too many favorites. It's a busy place go early for happy hour or make sure to make reservations. Ambiance is very pleasant good place to celebrate or a romantic dinner. read more

Started the night off with their happy hour Crab Dip, which really didn't have much crab, but it did have a lot of artichokes! Came out ooey-gooey like with melted cheese, great pita, and slightly burnt tuscan bread; but the non-burnt parts were great! Chicken Parmesan with angel hair pasta and roasted veggies was delish! Breading to chicken ratio was spot on and it was devoured in its entirety. Definitely a must try if it's your first time and not sure what to order. Was offered a salad, but items are ala carte so check pricing before you just say yes, to that $14 salad Bread is table service so there's no extra charge, but a decent way to soak up all the extra sauces, juices, olive oils with balsamic! I may or may not have... used them to... warm my hands... Wood Grilled Scallops with Lemon Risotto was EXCELLENT. Sturdy scallops (iykyk), great broccolini, and that risotto... there is a hidden lemon wedge in it so fish around accordingly! Paired it with their Aperol Spritz off their happy hour menu because why not. Little on the burnt side but most of it was drank, so can't harp too much. Did I mention I'm such a risotto whore? Passed on their dessert - but that rando piece of toffee that greeted us was tempting - but I DO love their Spezia Tiramisu such a must if and when you try them! I will never cheat on tiramisu with another. read more

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Meal/Time: Lunch/Monday Party Size: 2 Seated: immediately Ordered: First ordered item arrived: within 15 minutes Large parking lot. Ample space. Decor/Atmosphere: dark wood decor. Feels like an old fashion srwak house. Large bar. Service/ Front of the House: We had lunch reservations. I arrived 30 minutes early and was seated immediately. Have to wait for my friend. Service/Serving Staff: Arrived with waters within 5 minutes of seating. Took my drink order. As I was waiting, she asked if I wanted an appetizer. Good idea... Food: Bruschetta $14 Smoky pita and crust Tuscan bread. Smoky garlic rubbed Very lovely... the fresh tomatoes with a hint of garlic. Could use more olive oil in my opinion. Italian Dip with side salad $16. Good salad...the Thai Vinnegrete is bit thick. The sandwich is OK. Love the bread but the au jus was a bit on the salty side. Restroom Room type: men's room Urinals: 5 Stalls: 2 (1 normal + 1 handicap) Sinks: 3 Paper Towels: 2 Hand blowers: none Clean: yes read more

Spezia - Hours of Operations - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I always enjoy dinner here. Never skip having a fillet, but this time I just was not in the mood for meat so I tried the spaghetti with marinara sauce. It was quite tasty. Not too sweet good chunks of tomatoes and a garlic taste. I will definitely order this dish again. Only next time I think I would ask for an extra side of sauce. I like my pasta, saucy! as always, great service in particular for a group of 12, which we had on this visit. read more

Spezia - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

4.8 rating and over 2.8K reviews doesn't lie. Tuesday nite 6pm it's a full parking lot and wait time for a table with no reservations is an hour. Zero social media presence. That speaks volumes about a restaurant. The food was incredible. The portions were generous. It was made fresh to order and piping hot. We sat in the patio and got a table right away. read more

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I've been here twice now and the service is always 10/10 - they know how to create an upscale experience. The vibe is perfect for a cold winter day because it's dim and cozy. My food has always been good! I'm still waiting for the meal that wows me here but it has been good enough to keep coming back to try more options. Love that they do seasonal menus so there is always something new to try. read more

Spezia - Seasonal chicken and peaches - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Spezia was next to my hotel. I tried it out on Friday night and it was an intimate hidden gem in my opinion. Stephen was my waiter on Friday night, he was great. I went back Saturday day night and didn't have a reservation yet they still seated me. The hosts at the front desk are the definition of hospitality. My waiter was Jackson and he helped me decide on my dish. Everyone here is very welcoming & accommodating. Lastly, there was a manager who walked over to me and asked how was my meal, that's something that is not done often enough, I really appreciated that, she was really nice as well. I will be back next year. The food here is amazing. Order the Mediterranean salad with grilled shrimp, it's delicious. read more

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Waitress did a great job at walking us through the menu. Had bread and crab/artichoke dip for dessert. It was a little fishy for me. We split a Cesar salad. Glad we did because it was big! Entrees were a pasta dish (not on menu, she helped us create) and steak. Both were phenomenal! Dessert we had their lemon cake and tiramisu. Would recommend both! Highly recommend. read more

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Spezia was delicious! One of the top Italian restaurants in Omaha given quality of food, great service, and a cozy inviting space inside. Everything we ordered was high quality Italian dishes, you can tell they take every ingredient seriously when putting these dishes together! read more

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Between the happy hour offerings and delicious pastas & entrees, Spezia is a clear local favorite. Overall, the service/wait times can be a little slow but the food is consistently delicious. Big fan of the filet mignon, scallops, & pastas. I also appreciate their happy hour martinis - most HH cocktails in Omaha run too sweet so it's refreshing to have a drier option available. There is a small parking lot available but it fills up quickly. Highly recommend making a reservation in advance! read more

The foods are awesome. But I recommend to be careful with appetizers. I got stuffed with appetizers and lost focus of main dishes as well as have to refuse the great deserts. The deserts here are really nice! read more

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Five of us went there for Mother's Day dinner . The ambiance was very nice and elegant . Great food and great customer service . We have ordered: Hunter ducking served with mushrooms ‍ risotto, side Spezia Salad ,balsamic orange marmalade 。 Rainbow trout roasted with lemon & butter .Served with roasted vegetables & capellini with Alfredo sauce . Spring Risotto Parmesan and sage crusted Chicken Scallopini on Pesto Risotto with Peas & Asparagus;Roasted Red Pepper & Tomato Relish. Salmon Ala Rosa Fresh Scottish salmon ,fresh basil & tomato cream rosa sauce toasted with farfalle . Sparking champagne Side salads ( Spezia and Strawberry) Wonderful dinner and delicious food. My favorite restaurant in Omaha . read more

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Food is good. Service is okay. Ambiance is romantic. I've been coming here every year for sentimental occasions, lol. It's okay, really. 5 stars for the sentimental value. read more

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Good food, solid service, and ok atmosphere. All averages out to 4 stars. Happy Hour is 4-6 PM and is available at the tables and not just the bar! That was actually a really exciting thing to discover. The Happy Hour menu also has different appetizers from the regular menu - including the fried ravioli, which was quite good. There's also a Seasonal Menu. Don't skip that. It's a nice offering of options - including a strawberry salad and shrimp pasta dish that were both very good. Reservations are pretty much a must. It definitely gets crowded and packed. And note that when busy, your reservation is only for two hours. We were actually told that the next reservation was waiting and we needed to leave. (This was done very politely and we were done except for two of us finishing our glasses of wine. So no biggie on that.) The ambiance was a little meh to me. It's a nice place - like, clean floors and all that - but just nothing noteworthy or special. (Which is not to say that it needs that.) It's just monochromatic wood and on the dark side. (Like, I cannot believe I'm saying this - maybe I'm just getting old - but with our 4:30 PM reservation, it was so dim and dark that I struggled to read the menu.) The entree I had was the petite filet and mushroom ravioli. Mmmm! The steak was perfectly cooked and loved the char on the outside. The mushroom ravioli were also cooked well and had a nice creamy mushroom sauce on top. I figured this was a good option for getting to try both a steak and a pasta. The menu is has many great sounding options, so settling on one entree was quite difficult. I look forward to returning and trying out some other menu items. My dad, of course, love his lamb dish. And the teens cleaned their plates of cheese ravioli and chicken parm. Our server was great. Our water glasses were always topped off. And our server easily handled all the specialization requests from my mom and aunt (like, "but without the spices and the cheese"). Our one down point was ordering a bottle of wine when we ordered our entrees and asking for it to be brought with the entrees. We were 75% done with our meals before our server arrived with the bottle (and two glasses, but there were four adults). Hence why we were still sitting there drinking the wine when told about them needing our table for the next reservation (had the delay not happened, our glasses of wine would've been gone along with our entrees). I, literally, took a break from eating my entree just so I'd still have some left when the wine arrived. Aside from that, our server was extremely nice. All in all, a nice birthday meal was enjoyed here. Our total was quite large. But we were a group of six that had appetizers, salads, entrees, desserts, cocktails, and a bottle of wine. So really, the prices were quite reasonable and even on the lower end. Will definitely return. read more

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Ask for Chase best server EVER! Although the steaks are all excellent, I went with the recommendation of my server and she nailed it The chicken is pan seared, and the combination of flavors and the tortellini and the sauce are incredible . Service was outstanding not only the recommendations, but on top of it . If only they had Coke zero and not Pepsi products . I would not order the toasted Nocchi again off the appetizer menu, but at seven dollars would a value The quality of this meal at the price you can tell the chef has a lot of pride and it's a family business The bread is fresh baked. They serve with oils and vinaigrette as well as butter. I will be back read more

Spezia - Cheese Tortellini Spezia - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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We were impressed with the quality of food here even after so many years and being so busy! We came during happy hour and took advantage of the appetizer and drink specials. My MIL and I had the limoncello collins, husband had the old fashioned and a glass of Pinot noir, and FIL had a Peroni. It was a varied and (for happy hour) extensive drink list to choose from. There were several apps on the happy hour menu too, we opted for the fried calamari. It was fresh and I liked the peppers they added to it. I ordered the airline chicken with mashed potatoes and sautéed veg. It was so good! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the skin was crispy on top. The potatoes were soft and velvety, and the veg were all cooked so well. Everyone really enjoyed what they ordered! We ended with an espresso for me, coffee for my FIL, and all split a huge piece of their signature tiramisu. It was plenty for all of us! The only drawback was the service was rather slow, and we had to rush through the dessert to get to our show in time. She forgot my FIL's coffee at the end, too. It was a busy night so I'm guessing that's why the service lacked a bit. read more

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Walked in, got sat in a back room next to an accordion wall divider in the middle of the room, waited over 15 mins for someone to serve us. Nobody stopped by. We Left. read more

Always a superb time at Spezia. The seafood dishes are amazing here. The wine is always fresh. read more

Spezia - Seafood Diavolo - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I came with my folks while they were in town. This was a last-minute decision, but I was glad I was able to get a same-day reservation as it was PACKED. They got the steak, which they enjoyed. I got the hunter's duckling, which was made VERY well done, so it was on the drier side, but some extra marmalade helped to provide some moisture. I was disappointed with that meal, unfortunately. For me, the best part of dinner was really the bread and the housemade seasoning blend with the olive oil. read more

Spezia - Hunters Duckling - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

I took my family to Spezia for an early Christmas dinner. Great food , service and ambiance! read more

Whenever I'm in town visiting family we always seem to come here and it is always great. Spezia has a great happy hour and the staff always does a great job managing my large family. I got the Cajun chicken pasta and it was awesome! Tons of flavor and a great portion. My boyfriend got the salmon ala Rosa which was also great. Overall, very nice restaurant with good seating and intimate lighting. Definitely recommend! read more

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If I were reviewing the food alone, this would easily be a 5-star experience. Everything we ordered was excellent. Unfortunately, the service significantly detracted from what should have been a really enjoyable lunch. My coworkers and I were there for a "fancy" lunch outing and planned to splurge a little--steaks all around, etc.--so we were hoping for an experience that matched the quality of the food. I'm not typically someone who goes out of my way to leave a negative review, but our server (Mike? or Matt?) had a very off-putting demeanor. One moment he was overly expressive and phony, and the next he seemed irritated by our presence. It felt very much like a Jekyll and Hyde experience. We were not a demanding table and didn't ask for constant extras, yet the attitude made it seem as though even basic parts of service--like delivering our meals--were a burden. For a restaurant serving such excellent food, the level of hospitality simply didn't match. I hope this was just an off day, because the kitchen is clearly doing an outstanding job. With better service, this would have been an exceptional experience. read more

Spezia was a satisfying experience for the 4 of us two ate there on a Saturday night. We had originally booked a table for 6, but one couple had to back out at the last minute. Spezia took our table for 4 - and I'm guessing gave us the table that we had originally booked for 6. The food was excellent, the pasta dishes were are very well made and tasty. The service was attentive but not overbearingly so. We booked a late table (8:15 pm) and were one of the last tables occupied. For better Italian food in Omaha, based on our experience, you can't go wrong at Spezia. read more

Spezias has been one of my family's favorites for as long as I can remember. They have superb service, delicious Italian food, and a refined aesthetic. One of our favorites is the Gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce. The gnocchi is soft on the inside with a light pan fry that elevates the texture. Paired with a gorgonzola sauce to add some bite, and a fresh basil, it's become a dish I crave regularly! It used to be listed as an appetizer, and while it currently is only available as an entree, if you request - they will make the smaller portion! For Entree's, my parents swear by the French Acadian Linguine. Annually, they order it as a special treat and the portion is so large that they typically have some left over! The spices have a tuscan kick, but without being spicy in the way a jalapeño would be, also toned down by the cream. My brother tried a flatbread and was shocked by the portion and flavor! It seems to be made in a wood - burning stove and was the size of a large charcuterie board. Typically, I am loyal to a fault to the Cheese Ravioli, because I absolutely LOVE it. Yet, I tried the eggplant parmasan, and requested that the pasta on the side be upgraded to ravioli, which they do for $4 upcharge. This is definitely worth it as they give you four ravioli! The eggplant parmesan is the best I have ever had in Omaha as it is not soggy, has a crispy and flavorful outside, and is thick cuts of eggplant. Even the meat eaters at the table tried it and enjoyed! While the prices are higher than some other locations in Omaha, the portions definitely help making up for it as everyone had leftovers to take home. Service is consistent, helpful, and personable! Spezia's will remain a family favorite for our annual holiday meal :) read more

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A very popular place!!! There was quite a wait for us even with a reservation. That just means everyone loves this place. The service was good and the food came out fairly quick after the orders were out in. I really like the rolls that they brought out for the table before our meals came out. You can dip the bread with olive and vinaigrette. I got the salmon Ala Rosa and wow it's was delicious! Great portion that you can have left overs. I was so hungry and it was so good that I finished the whole plate! Their special strawberry salad is also great as well. read more

Spezia - Salmon Ala Rosa - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Absolutely Amazing!!! I had to say that first. The food, the service, and the atmosphere are some of the very best in this area. We had a reservation and were greeted warmly and seated immediately. We chose the calamari as an appetizer and that fried squid set the stage for the entire evening. The Calamari is a bit spicy, it has pepperoncini, red peppers and banana peppers too, olive oil tops it. Just Fantastic. Cioppino Spezia is a seafood stew with shrimp and mussels and some fish too. Extremely delicious. Just like the Hunter's ribeye it was cooked just the way that I requested. Everything we had at Spezia was worth every cent. The service is some of the best we have ever had in this town. I highly recommend Spezia to everyone. I can not wait to go back. read more

Spezia - Fried Calamari - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

Had forgotten we both here 9 years ago!!! I don't remember. B does but was for business meeting. Whatever!! Lunch now of about same time. She doing beef burgandy and a seafood pasta divola for me. Plain cheesecake coming first. Pretty good cheesecake. All else very good. read more

Spezia - Italian Near Me - Omaha, Nebraska

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This is now our go to Italian date place. Great location, has its own parking lot and romantic ambiance. The red sauce and bread tasted freshly made. They do the oil and vinegar on the table for the bread. Nice size menu with a lot of options. Very friendly staff. read more

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What a treat, dining at Spezia was the highlight of our trip to Omaha. We enjoyed our meals and ate every last bite. We loved the bread and dip with oil vinegar and parm. The chicken parm was so flavorful and I swapped Cajun sauce on the noodles and loved changing it up. My husband had the beef burgundy and he loved the beef - super tender and delicious. Great service and ambiance, we will be back the next time we are in town! read more

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I have visited Spezia for the last 3 years when in town for work! The bread is phenomenal with the olive oil and herbs on the table, mixed together. Here in the southeast, it can be compared to what Carrabbas does. The service is always top notch and very Italian professional. I first ordered Chicken piccata because I had been looking at another Yelp friend's dish (Thanks Susan) and I had forgotten how delicious it was. The one here was watery and my chicken had been chopped into chunks. I'm not used to that as I wanted to cut into the chicken myself and bathe it in the capers and sauce. I barely saw capers and then there was a lemon that I dare not squeeze in there because it was already swimming in some sort of water juice. I was, however, able to switch my dish out with their seasonal menu which included a Spring Risotto. The appearance was not appealing, but the flavor was there and not lacking! I ate the entire dish and did not have anything to take home. If you know me, you know I always get a to-go box to take my leftovers. There were none. The Spring Risotto included pesto, asparagus, and green peas hence the green color of the risotto. The chicken was cooked perfectly and then I added some of the herbs that I had been dipping my bread into, onto the chicken!!!! That took it to another level! I'll be back next year Spezia!!!! read more

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We had driven by this restaurant for a while before we decided to try it out when the in-laws were visiting. As soon as we walked in, we were greeted by the authentic Italian atmosphere. The restaurant had pretty dim lighting, which can be good or bad depending on the person and the occasion. As with most Italian restaurants, Spezia offered complimentary bread - which was one of our favorite parts. The food was all cooked pretty well and relatively authentic (though I'd argue you can find more authentic ones). We did order the tiramisu for dessert, and I regret that. The tiramisu tasted like it was soaked in alcohol for days (not the normal Kahlua taste) - my husband jokes that he felt drunk after eating it. Overall, it's a cute little Italian restaurant with a relaxing vibe - recommend trying it out! read more

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This restaurant is possibly our favorite in Omaha. We love the food, the ambience, and the service. Everytime we have gone for a date night here has been really excellent. Our favorite dish is the shrimp and scallop pasta, often ordered without the shrimp and just more scallops. Everything else we have ordered has also been delicious. I really enjoy the tiramisu as well. read more

Food was pictured perfect. I did have an issue with my steak being cooked to medium. It came back three times rare. I took the loss. It was just a bad day. It happens. The way the restaurant handled it was above and beyond my expectations. They comped my meal and dessert. They also allowed me to take home the two undercooked tenderloin steak dinners. Which were easily reheated to the proper degree of doneness. Will be back. This place is top notch. read more

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