Mio Vicino is an iconic Italian restaurant in Santa Clara. This spot has a family-owned welcoming…read moreatmosphere. It's one of those go-to places you can count on whether it's a casual family dinner or a night when you just want something comforting and reliable. The portions are generous, the flavors are classic, and everything feels made with care. It's clear they take pride in both their food and the experience they create for their guests. Our server was friendly and made some winning recommendations for my kids who wanted to try something new. The portions are decent and not too salty. Generous portions. There is something on the menu for everyone. If you're looking for a cozy, family-friendly Italian spot with consistently good food and a welcoming vibe, this is definitely a place to keep in your rotation.

Great hidden gem located in Santa Clara- as soon as we parked I could smell the garlic bread…read morewafting in the air. The service was incredible, with the soft touches of personal that make a restaurant feel like home. Wine list was vast and the overall menu was filled with creative and traditional Italian dishes. Plenty of lot and street parking in the area.

Tried this lovely Japanese-Italian fusion spot in the Bay Area for the first time. We tried their…read moremochi pizza-Mentaiko Mayo Mochi Cheese Pizza. I love mochi, so I was really curious how it would work on a pizza. It actually worked surprisingly well. The chewy mochi added a unique layer of texture to the crispy crust and paired nicely with the other toppings. We also had a variety of pastas, both seafood and meat. The portions-especially the seafood and pork cutlet-were generous, and I really enjoyed the subtle sweetness in the meat sauce. The blueberry yogurt drink was beautifully presented. The little heart-shaped container held syrup that you can pour over the ice to turn it into flavored shaved ice, which was a fun touch. The matcha parfait was also tasty and a great way to end the meal.

Great good and great service. The server offered the children jelly while waiting for the food, I…read morepersonally think that is such a kind act that excited the kids and looking forward for the meals. The servers are very attentive and the wait time for the food is barely 10 minutes. Very efficient. The meals are great, the baguettes came with refilled. The whipped butter is light and creamy. I kept wonder if a drizzle of honey could amplified the taste. Pizza and pasta are obviously very taste and chewy. The restaurant is very nice and cozy as well, a mixtures of Japanese and Italian cuisines. It's a cutesy and vibrant, perfect for date. Overall, I think it's a wonderful experience and meals. Very unique concept!

The gnocchi in pesto cream sauce is really so heavenly. Just melts in your mouth, like little…read morepillows. Cloudlike feeling, really. I cannot get over it. The outdoor covered garden area is so serene and pretty in the evenings. Very attentive and friendly waiters too. We had the lemon tart for dessert and it was such a light, refreshing dessert! Perfect amount of sweetness. Of course, a little expensive, but a good treat/celebration place!

I first tried Paesano back in 2017, and since it had been a while, we decided to come back for…read moreanother visit. We ordered two Pollo Saltimbocca dishes (one with a cream pasta substitution for an additional $8), the Pollo al Limone, and a half bottle of Chardonnay. The restaurant offers one indoor dining area and two outdoor seating areas--one in the front and one in the back--which gives guests plenty of seating options. The food was a bit saltier than our personal preference. The cream pasta substitution, despite the extra charge, wasn't anything particularly memorable compared to similar dishes we've had at other restaurants. However, the highlight of our visit was definitely the warm and welcoming customer service. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel appreciated. We also appreciate that the restaurant closes for a few hours in the afternoon before reopening for dinner service. It's nice to see a business that gives its staff a break during the day. Parking can be a bit challenging due to the busy neighborhood. Be aware that street parking is paid, and most spots have a two-hour limit, so you'll need to keep an eye on the time. Overall, we'd come back to try more of the pasta dishes on the menu and hope to discover a new favorite.

Food was excellent as always Erika was very friendly…read moreattentive and talkative Ambience Was good

We hosted our baby shower there and went with a family style menu. They had individual menus…read moreprinted, drinks on demand and the best service. The sales team was so flexible with all of our request. The day of the event, the food came out in plenty and was the perfect way to host such a large group. I can't express how smooth and wonderful our event was!

I hate to see this restaurant close, the best calamari and salmon dishes. And the waitress was…read moreexcellent! Sure hope they open somewhere else. Will miss you

Was taken by my boyfriend to this restaurant for valentines day and we got seated fast but the…read moreservice was trash.... The people in the back kept giving our food to the table next to us ... LUCKY us they ordered the same food we did smh so we never got our food till idk maybe I am exaggerating but what felt like after 15 to 20 mins later... so expensive just for that bs !!!! I would have thought they would have gave us a discount for the bulls*** we experienced the whole time we were there but nope ! $400+ for what we experienced was not worth it!!! NEVER AGAIN ! The steak had like a brown sauce on top and it tasted like ikea meatballs LOL!!! Super salty as well ! The wine was good and so was the dessert. I also forgot that we waited so long for our food because the same reason of them giving our food to people that came in waaaay after us ! We didnt leave the restaurant till close to 11:00pm !!!

A staple Italian American spot in the Santana Row area. Maggiano's has always been pretty busy,…read moreespecially during peak dinner times on Friday and weekends. We got ourselves on the reservation list the day of. Ordered a few dishes of ravioli and pasta. Ambience was bustling and lively even on a summer Monday evening. Food was warm and came out fresh, definitely on the heavier side if you're looking for indulgent Italian food. Service was attentive and friendly throughout. - Tiramisu -- several layers of vanilla and chocolate sponge, cocoa powder and chocolate flakes on top, sitting atop a chocolate drizzle

To be honest it was just ok. Quality wasn't there. Haven't had Maggiano's in a minute. And I…read moreremembered why.. Location is good. We got the Chicken Francese, Calamari, Our Famous Rigatoni, Bread and Dessert. Calamari was crispy! Rigatoni did satisfy my pasta craving. Service was great until we found paper in our food. But they did change it out for us. Inside was pretty clean and nicely decorated. Private lot in mall parking

If it's a hot day, skip this place. They either do not have a/c or just did not turn it on and it…read morewas 95 degrees! However the food was good. We had the arincini and meatballs as an app and then my husband and I both had cacio e pipe which was quite tasty. I'd come back in the winter. Just avoid on hot days. Oh, also, we witnessed our waiter blow his nose profusely into a hanky and not wash his hands.

Hosted my son and daughter-in-law's wedding rehearsal dinner here. I cannot rave enough about the…read morerestaurant setting, staff, and Food! They created the most amazing event for 55 people. I would give them 10 out of five stars.!

Upon walking in, you feel like you are visiting the friendly Italian neighbor's home for dinner…read more Don't expect romantic atmosphere for a tete-a-tete, but rather for enjoy great food with family. To be honest, when I opened the menu, I thought the price was a bit on the high side, and didn't expect to like it in the "worth it" scale. But hey, for a higher price, they better deliver on the food quality! It most certainly disappoint. The food was amazing. Got the Linguini Fruti Di Mare, the seafood was good quality, the cioppino sauce was intense. It truly is the boss of the sauce. Also ordered the Chicken Marsala, I'm always cautious before ordering because the marsala wine can easily become overwhelming, or the sauce is too sour, or the chicken is tough and dry. I did not hit any of those, but rather, what I got was a few silky smooth and tender pieces of flattened chicken breasts, that is moist and flavorful. The sauce is great too, not to mention the mushroom, that is so fresh and flavorful on its own. Last but not least, their attention to detail went all the way to mashed potato and steamed vegetables. It was truly one of the best. Did I mention the free, fresh baked foccacia? It's among the top 3 I've had in any restaurants, ever. At the end, even it pinches my wallet a bit, it was well worth it. Come hungry, leave happy!

Now I get why Sorelle has such a high score, and I'm happy that we finally gave it a try…read more It's situated in a small strip mall, parking is ok as we came at around 6:30pm on a week day night, there were still some spots available. Sorelle is a small restaurant, upon entering, it has a square room and you get to see everything at one glance. It's not fancy on decorations, more like a neighborly place and the customers look like so too, families and large groups on a random day, you don't need to dress up to eat in this place. The 2 page menu has appetizers, salad, pizza, pasta, and 3 entree dishes. Desserts are printed on a separate sheet, there are a variety of choices but a tad too expensive for my wallet. We ordered the Ravioli a la Teresa with cheese and pesto cream sauce, and their signature Sorelle Short Rib Bolognese. After ordering, we were given free bread for the table. The bread had herbs on top and the dipping sauce is olive oil with fried and then mashed soft garlic. The bread looked nothing special, but once I touched it, I was delighted to find out that they were warm and crusty on the outside but soft on the inside. It took a bit of wait for our food to came, I think it meant they were freshly cooked. The portions were big. Once laying down our food, the lady came with a big bowl of cheese and helped us sprinkle on top. It looks amazing with the cheese on top, like snow flakes melting on. I am so impressed with my short rib bolognese. The piece of short rib was sumptuous, a whole piece, resting on top of the pasta that is covered in meat sauce. The meat itself was so soft that it was super easy to tear off and just melts in my mouth. Flavorful and soft and juicy, super yummy! The pasta is cooked el dente, and each bite there's a bit of ground meat coated on the ziti pasta from the bolognese sauce. Very satisfying! I had a bite of the ravioli and these huge dumplings are covered in fresh pesto sauce and very cheesy inside. Although I was a bit confused on the difference between a pesto sauce and a pesto cream. I felt like the sauce was more pesto but we ordered pesto cream. Anyhow, it tasted good but I prefer my short rib bolognese more. Bus boy service is fast and responsive. We had a very enjoyable meal.