My hubby and I were in SLO for one night and were really in the mood for Italian food. We'd walked…read moreto Giuseppe's (very crowded and loud and I hate sitting on high chairs - I like my feet on the ground when I eat!) but it really didn't smell good so we hoofed it over to Mama's Meatball. Ohhh what a difference! The nose doesn't lie. Our wonderful server, Carla, brought us a plate of garlic knots, which were so welcome as we were very hungry! We ordered the appetizer meatballs, which were as fluffy as clouds and so flavorful - served in a beautiful fresh marinara we dipped the garlic knots in. We also shared the Barbabietola salad, which I want to recreate at home but I doubt I could make as delicious a dressing. I always love to try gnocchi when I can and I was over the moon with these - lovely and fluffy and drenched in the same wonderful marinara as the meatballs - smooth and rich with just the right amount of acid - with a thick layer of mozzarella, ooey and chewy at the same time. My husband chose the Cavatelli Alla Norcia, which was as delicious as he'd hoped it would be. As hungry as we were, the portions were very generous, and we wanted to try dessert, so we opted to bring our leftovers to eat later, and ordered the tiramisu. We were surprised and delighted when Carla returned with a little cart and assembled our dessert right in front of us! (I won't give details - spoilers!) Everyone who took care of us was friendly and warm. We didn't feel rushed but the service was efficient and we were fed and done in very little time. I wish we lived in the area because I'd love to try everything on the menu - especially the pizza, as a nearby table ordered one and it looked *beautiful*! We will definitely come back when we're passing through SLO again!

My 3 young girls I arrived just after 8, for a late dinner. We were not met by a host and instead…read morehad to flag someone down to be seated. After being shown to our table, we were left without anyone so much as taking our drink order, for over 20 minutes. When I tried to get the attention of the waiter at the table directly across from us, who subsequently ended up being our waiter, he pretended he didn't see me, event though we had made clear eye contact. The waiter himself seemed to have no desire to do his job whatsoever and couldn't be bothered to care. He later finally came to take our order and could tell I was upset by the poor service. He offered up the worst apology ever, followed by telling me he would bring bread to the table, which never arrived. I wish I could offer an excuse that they were severely understaffed or incredibly busy, but neither of those were true. Another waiter had plenty of time to chat up the lady sitting at the table next to us for about half the duration of our meal. I don't intend on coming back due to such poor service, which is really too bad, because the food is excellent.

Best Clam Chowder I'ver ever had. Best Ravioli I've ever…read morehad. WOW oh WOW!!

Popped in here for lunch on a drive back down to LA. The staff were friendly. They helped while…read moredeciding between two items. I got a chicken panini for lunch and it was great! I enjoyed the crispy bread with the melted cheese and warm chicken. The chips were okay. I would ask to sub for a side salad if possible. The overall restaurant was pleasant to be in. It seemed family friendly as we saw a couple with a baby at a booth. They had a little area for quick sandwich orders or gelato. The cake in the dessert case looked incredible but we were too full to try any of them.

Ordered this for takeout so it wasn't as crispy and hot as we imagined it would be fresh but still…read moredelicious to enjoy. It is a bit pricey for what you get. Parking is pretty bad especially during peak hours so expect to circle around multiple times or find street parking elsewhere. We ordered: -Bee Stang, Detroit style (5/5): Despite the name the honey wasn't too pronounced - it was mainly the spice. This is a pretty garlicky pizza and the ricotta texture and taste was on point. The thick and crispy crust of the style was also a standout for us. This was my favorite of the 2. - Sausage and Pepperoni Pizza, Neapolitan style (4/5): My bf's favorite pizza of the 2. Love the thin crust and flavor which was distinctly meaty with tomato sauce to cut through. It could have used more toppings for the price and it was also slightly burnt on the edges of some of the crust so we couldn't enjoy it fully. Also the slices weren't evenly cut through but luckily it was easy to split it apart. Overall very enjoyable meal and a nice date night vibe inside. Would definitely come back if we're in the area.

Solid 4.5 stars In town for a comedy show. Luckily my buddy…read morewas familiar with SLO & their fine eating establishments. Open airy industrial vibe. Helpful staff guided us with their patron favs. Started with: 1) meatballs: flavorful & tender (probably added panade). Marinara nicely balanced. Pistachio pesto added a nice nutty accent. Great dish. 2) mixed berry salad: spring salad greens with plump fresh berries. Pinkish berry vinaigrette was nice. Tasted similar to a 1,000 isle type dressing. 3) three pea pizza: buddy doesn't like goat cheese so ordered it on the side. Crust was great, veggies fresh & colorful. It really needs the goat cheese though. Otherwise it lacks dimension. I was able to sprinkle on my pieces. Made a world of difference. 4) bee stang: crust had crisp edges. Middle got a bit soggy from toppings. My NYC buddy loved the ability to fold it in half though. Great overall flavor. The hot honey added just the right amount of tang/tart. Tasted as good as it looked.

This place was amazing. The shrimp and sausage penne was one of the best pastas I've ever had. The…read moregarlic bread and meatballs were great appetizers and the caesar salad was also good. They also have a great wait staff. I'd recommend making a reservation or be prepared to wait. We showed up at 5:11pm (they open at 5pm) and we had to wait 40 mins on a Saturday night for a party of 3. Glad we made the decision to wait, because it was worth it!

Good food and service offset by lousy acoustics…read more We both had the beet salad which was tasty and nicely presented. The wife had roasted eggplant and I had the pork saltimbocca which were both tasty and generous in the portions. I noticed that a fair number of people took take-away boxes as did we. What threw things off was the terrible acoustics. All hard surfaces in a fairly small space meant that the any conversation anywhere added to a very high noise level even when the restaurant was only 2/3 full. And when people left towards the end of the night the musak was even worse, no clarity whatsoever just noise. It was difficult to carry on a normal conversation without leaning in to hear each other. We'll go back again, but just making sure that we sit outside.

I had completely forgotten about this place, and I'm so glad I found my way back. This is easily…read moreone of the best Mediterranean spots in SLO. If you're craving great kabobs, a classic fresh salad, or creamy hummus, this is the place to go. There are plenty of paid parking spots nearby, which makes it convenient. You might have a short wait, but it's absolutely worth it. Delicious food and totally hits the spot every time.

I go to this place once or twice a year but tonight when my pizza was brought to my table by…read more Christian W. she almost dropped it on me that I had to put my hand on it to prevent it from falling on my clothes; however, it did not appear to be accidental and the event was totally preventable. That's why I asked myself why 1 am keep going back to this place every time that I am in SLO?

Went on the soft opening at the SLO public market. I was not crowded. just as I expected and the…read moreowner takes pride on only serving the fresh sushi and sashimi. Their new building is spacious and good. I highly recommend them as always. Me and my longtime friends always come here for our birthdays. Oh! and I come here as much lunch as I can afford. lol.

Simply delicious…read more Professionally prepared. So fresh and balanced. I can't see how it could be any better. Also tried the fried squid legs-so perfectly cooked. Tender and battered well. Service staff was efficient and friendly. We always enjoy the atmosphere here, whether table or sushi bar. Try the sake with your meals, if you can ;)

The food was delicious and service was impeccable. While visiting Morro Bay I wanted to dine at a…read morenice restaurant with quality food and came across Buona Tavola on yelp. The food matched and surpassed the rave reviews. One of the owners or managers informed me that I have the option of asking for half orders, which was wonderful. This allowed me to try different foods on the menu without feeling overwhelmed, and I was able to enjoy my Tartufo Italiano Al Cioccolato at end of my meal. Everything tasted delicious and the owner/manager made sure I was happy with everything. There was a bit of a wait for each course to arrive, but I appreciated that because it allowed me to rest after each course. It also made the dining experience relaxed and pleasant, without feeling like I needed to shove the food down my throat and get out. Overall it was a very pleasant experience. I will definitely return here next time I'm in town.

Was hoping for a great experience after hearing so many good things about this place. The menu…read morelooked amazing and was excited to determine what out of everything that looked so good we were going to order. Started off with the clams and mussels dishes. Flavor was great and there weren't many that were served that weren't open. Prior to that they delivered an olive dip for the bread. The bread was delicious but some good olive oil would have been perfect for what was served. Next up was the pumpkin and ricotta pasta. Flavor was good and probably the best of what we ordered. Last dish was the steak with mushrooms which was a special. Ordered medium rare and has to send it back since it was over cooked. We rarely send stuff back but this was way over medium. Overall this place left me not thrilled with the experience and food. Our busser Hugo was amazing and on point and should have been serving instead of the staff we did see serving. When we told the manager they ignored our comment. Disappointed for sure. Not sure I'll give this place a try again.

Food is excellent our waitress was exceptional Did nave a…read moreslight problem with my reservation

Excellent food and service! I highly recommend this restaurant if you're looking for Italian…read morecuisine while in Paso Robles.

This place has easily become our second home in Paso Robles. We try to make it in every time we're…read morein the area. Huge shoutout to Emily and Ivan, they take care of us every single visit and make the whole experience feel personal. I always start with the scallops. It's something I look forward to even before I set a reservation. The specials are consistently insane and we try to order them whenever we can, but the standard menu holds its own just as well. Everything we've had has been excellent and the consistency is what keeps us coming back. The ambiance is also a big part of why we love it. It's very intimate and perfect for conversation, which makes it just as good for a relaxed night out as it is for a special occasion.

We had reservations after a whole day of wine tasting!…read more The meal was delicious and portioned well. We enjoyed the truffle over many selections; they weren't overpowering. The poached egg polenta was a great start, creamy and flavorful. The agnolotti was slightly sweet with the corn and savory with the cream. The sea bass was a little more fishy tasting than expected but good nonetheless. It's a small quaint place yet quite packed indoors and outdoors on a busy Saturday night

Mistura completely blew me away. In a world where so many restaurants serve the same predictable…read moredishes, this menu felt creative, authentic, and unforgettable. Every dish we tried was spectacular. The standout for me was the El Misti Ceviche -- unlike any ceviche I've ever had. It was beautifully presented with a hot rock in the center and packed with incredible flavor and texture. Absolutely phenomenal. The smoked chicken wings (Alitas) were another surprise hit -- crispy, smoky, juicy, and somehow NOT fried. You can really taste the attention to detail in every bite. We also tried salads, the Señor Lomo (filet), and desserts, and every single dish impressed us. The chef here is a rock star. You can feel the passion and originality throughout the entire menu.

Enjoyed our anniversary dinner here. First time at a Peruvian restaurant and it was a good…read moreexperience. Cosmo was our waiter and he had a great attitude. He gave a lot of information. We were treated with champagne glasses for our anniversary which was so sweet. Had the dragon lake cocktail which was tasty. It was not strong of tequila or too sweet. Then had the strawberry basil margarita and that was delicious. Started with the yucca sticks and croquettes. It was delicious and reminded us of our wedding. We shared some shrimp tempura sushi rolls and a half dozen of oysters. Then we shared the special which was a Peruvian style branzino with shellfish. It was a lot of food but it was good. The environment was spacious. A little loud near a large table of men but we could still hear one on other.