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    Trattoria Pasquale

    4.1 (183 reviews)
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    Closed • 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Tiffany M.

    If you are in the mood for a home-cooked meal made with live, but are not in the mood to cook said meal, I would suggest eating at Trattoria Pasquale. Trattoria Pasquale offers the classic Italian dishes we all grew up with, like Chicken Parmigiana, Lasagna and Fettuccine Bolognese, along with creative Italian options, like their Padellino Kampill, which boasts penne pasta, sautéed chicken, sautéed mushrooms & prosciutto tossed in a savory brandy sauce finished with truffle oil. Our party was pleasantly surprised with the flavors and the generous portions. If you ordered this food as takeout, re-plated it, and told me you spent all of Sunday preparing this Italian comfort food feast... I would be none the wiser. One thing worth noting: they tack on a mandatory 3.26% fee, regardless of party size, to offset credit card processing fees. If you want to avoid this additional charge, bring cash.

    Skylar W.

    First time to Trattoria Pasquale did not disappoint! Our server was super friendly and helpful, and everything we ate was delicious. They were also kind enough to bring over a complimentary prosecco pour and dessert for our birthday girl! I tried the meatballs appetizer, the tiramisu, and the padellino kampill. I thought the meatballs were good, the tiramisu was fantastic, and the kampill was great! I'm not a huge pasta gal, but I thought it was cooked perfectly. My only critique was that I prefer chicken cooked differently - it seems like it was just bland, steamed chicken in the sauce, but I understand that the chicken isn't supposed to be the focus of the dish. Overall, really awesome experience and would definitely recommend!

    I guess it's not a good idea to get chocolate mousse cake to go?  LoL
    David L.

    We were a bit disappointed. This was a set menu for Valentine's Day so the food overall should have been better. We b0th had spinach artichoke dip and tomato bisque. My wife had the blackened Mahi for an entree and I had the chimchurri steak. The artichoke dip was good. But the tomato bisque was terrible. We weren't the only ones to complain about how salty it was. No replacement or alternative was provided to replace either. The blackened Mahi was seasoned well, bit the rice was really mushy.., like it had been sitting or been cooked with too much water. My steak didn't have a cooking temperature option and when it came out it was actually lukewarm/cold. The mashed potatoes on the side were hot and seasoned well as were the veggies that came on the side. We ended up boxing most of it up to go. For dessert, they offered a chocolate mousse cake, a sponge cake with berry compote, and cannollis. Wife got the mousse cake to go and I got the sponge cake. When we got home, the mousse cake looked like it just dried up and was a blob of chocolate? My sponge cake was ok, but not anything to necessarily rave about. Overall, service was decent and our server tried to address everything. At the end of the day, the meal was definitely not worth the $85 per person. I would have been better off buying and cooking it all myself. We wanted to try it out though since it did look interesting, but our experience was definitely not stellar.

    Brandon F.

    Came here for happy hour and it was amazing. By far one of the few places that actually has a decent selection of food and drink items that are half off its original prices. The server was great and we had a short conversation with the manager on future catering events. The seating is spaced out enough to provide some privacy, but the happy hour is only available from the bar. Food: most of the happy hour food was very photo friendly and tasty to boot. Highly recommend the charcuterie board, it had a nice diverse plate of meats, cheese, and sours. Drinks: drink em all, not too weak and not strong. Great vibes with friends after work or a date.

    This is the frozen cake they serve for $12/ slice. You can purchase the whole in a grocery store for $15.
    Sandra F.

    Our waitress was friendly and attentive. We came because we wanted to try a new restaurant and it had good reviews. The food was presented well but tasted average. The disappointment was when ordering my favorite dessert; lemoncello cake. I recognized it immediately because we purchased a whole one of these in a local grocery store. $12 for a slice of frozen cake is unacceptable in a restaurant that claims fresh food. It certainly makes you wonder if the meals were made in house.

    Nonna Tina Lasagna
    Ashley C.

    Came here for Valentine's Day and the ambiance was very romantic! Everyone was dressed nicely and the restaurant is definitely a very cutesy date spot. Service was amazing. Our server Madeline was very helpful and recommended the Farfalle Luigi with the house made sausage. It was perfectly creamy and savory and I would recommend it to anyone who goes to Pasquale's. My boyfriend got the Nonna Tina Lasagna and it was very delicious as well. The meat sauce was the best I've had in Tampa. For an appetizer we had the bruschetta which you could smell and taste how fresh it was. Finally we had the limoncello cake which was also so fresh and moist we finished it within 2 minutes. Definitely would come here again!

    Margarita
    Inza F.

    Date night was awesome at Trattoria Pasquale! I made reservation for Friday evening and was immediately seated once I checked in. Our server was so nice, attentive to my allergies and was able to customize an entree for me that wasn't on the menu. We asked about popular dishes and drinks and she was so nice in sharing. Our calamari was salty and our server was quick in having it re cooked along with the manager coming over and apologizing. Our entrees were very good, seasoned and flavorful. Authentic Italian for sure!

    Padellino Kampill
    Maddy W.

    Made a reservation here for a party of 7 on a Friday night and it was absolutely fantastic! I'm not someone who usually LOVES Italian food, but this place exceeded my expectations! I split the Padellino Kampill, Gnocchi, and a pitcher of sangria. The waiter recommended the gnocchi and it was absolutely delicious, perfectly creamy, and lighter than most dishes. The padellino kampill was packed with sausage and tons of flavor. The sangria was good however it was more juice like than what I wanted. If I had to pick one dish to order again, it would definitely be the gnocchi. My favorite touch to the entire experience was the chalk board sign they placed on the table with our party's name on it. If you're looking for a local Italian place to support post hurricane flooding, Id highly recommends! Their rebuild inside looks wonderful :)

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    John C.

    Been coming to this place ever since they opened. Not sure what happened but yesterday we sent food back for the first time. Twice. The calamari was burnt. We sent it back. Came back burnt again. We were told that we were not used to their batter. It was burnt. Tasted burnt. Looked burnt. Bar staff was super nice and friendly, but clearly did not know what to say. Never heard from manager or anyone. We understand they overhauled their staff. It was our go-to night spot. Will try it again, but probably not for a long while. Maybe they will change their oil by then - next year.

    Jenn L.

    Came here on a Friday night and I would say the ambiance is pretty casual and the food was good and liked our server. The two pasta dishes that we ordered were good but nothing special about them. I did enjoy the tiramisu for dessert though. What I ordered: - Bruschetta alla Nado - Calamari Fritti - Caesar Salad - Farfalle Luigi - Nonna Tina Lasagna

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    Alicia P.

    Right off the bat, I want to go back and give it another shot... it's in a great location, it's got a lot of space and potential... Lots of parking (thank goodness they don't offer or require valet!), the ambiance and decor is appealing, the host, Anthony, was super nice, friendly... in fact I thought he came with one of our group's friends, but no, he was just friendly and talkative. Service overall was very good. However, for this price point, the food should have been spectacular, a little more inclusive (as in, provide a veggie or side) and the hot foods should have been hot. The table ordered an antipasti, it had meats, cheese, green things that appeared like olives but were they? I only ate a few pieces of things, the cheese and meat were very good. Nothing else appealing about it. I ordered a Caesar salad. It was very good and a decent size. But $10 as a pre-meal/side salad? For an entree, I ordered the special, it was spinach and ricotta filled ravioli and covered (I should say smothered) in wagyu meat sauce. Served luke warm. It was good..not fabulous at $28 for about 8 thin pieces. (actually I'm not sure how many, I couldn't see it under the sauce). It was not hot. The ravioli/pasta were not home-made and the taste of the pasta was bland. Interestingly, as heated up leftovers, the meat sauce tasted better than it did fresh out of the kitchen, it still took over the flavor of the spinach/ricotta filling and the pasta still tasted bland. I also wanted a vegetable so I ordered the broccolini, did not come with the meal. It was not hot either, but at least the taste was there. I didn't taste the meatballs, I heard they were decent.. but they were not raved about. Also, someone ordered the panna cotta and passed it around.. It was pretty good, had like a cranberry compote or something on top. Not sure if that was seasonal but I liked it... I might even order it next time. The upstairs bar on a Saturday evening was dead. I expected to see more people up there... we dined downstairs and by the time we were leaving, the small bar there looked to be livening up. I want to give this place another shot, but I'm just not sure...

    Happy hour menu (10/14/23)
    Robin K.

    Pros: * lots of parking available * attentive and sweet staff * double story, happy hour served upstairs. They also have outdoor seating. Cute little place * huge wine/cocktail list available Cons: * happy hour drinks were weak. I couldn't taste any gin in my French 75. * meatballs were salty. I was looking forward to this appetizer but i was disappointed. * burrata charcuterie board was good but the olives were bad. * mussels were sandy, few of them weren't open so we didn't eat those. The sauce was amazing. Overall, it was ok. Love the atmosphere, food had several hiccups.

    Asparagus soup with truffle oil
    Gloria C.

    We went for the "Big Night". First of all they are still recovering from the hurricane, the downstairs is closed for renovations. The menu was from a specific part of Italy. It was a 7 course dinner. The chef and owner Luigi was friendly and table touched every table. Every server and the bartender were wonderful. It was a big event, and we are planning on going back for the regular menu. The Big Night is a great date night event. The ambiance, customer service were top notch. The gentleman that explained the wine choices, was animated and truly enjoyed his job. Can't wait to go back. It's a drive for us, but it's worth the drive.

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    Gianna was amazing and took care of everything for us all night! I will be back because of her and the great service!

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    Rocca - Agnolotti

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    4.5(721 reviews)
    5.3 mi
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    We celebrated my wife Margit's birthday at Rocca and I am still speechless. This was not just…read moredinner. This was an experience. From the moment we walked in, Taylor and the team made every person at our table feel like the only guests in the room. The service was flawless, attentive without being intrusive, and the kind of hospitality you simply cannot manufacture. Jenna coordinated the celebration and did an incredible job. When we sat down and saw the personalized birthday menu with Margit's name handwritten at the top, that was it. That is the moment a restaurant stops being a restaurant and becomes a memory. Thank you Jenna. The food was exceptional across the board. The Little Gem Salad was fresh and well composed. The Asparagus with confit artichoke was beautifully plated and tasted every bit as good as it looked. The Gnocchi with broccolini and trout roe was a standout. The cocktails were creative and well crafted, and the virgin mojito was executed perfectly. Rocca is now top 3 restaurants of my life. If you are planning something special for someone you love, do not overthink it. Call Jenna, ask for Taylor, and let Rocca do the rest. We will be back. Without question.

    Do yourself a favor, if you like cheese, start with the mozzarella cart! It is the freshest…read moremozzarella I've ever had, made table side. Not usually a fan of tomatoes but this caprese was fantastic. Agnolotti was delicious, a little spice from the sausage but well balanced with the sauce. Sphaghetti al limone was my favorite bite of the whole meal. Generous portions of crab meat with a buttery, tart kick of lemon sauce was incredible. Service was excellent as expected from a place with this reputation and pricing. Our server was very attentive and made appropriate recommendations throughout. Ambiance was dark and intimate. An upscale atmosphere without being overly stuffy. A must try for a nicer night out, we went for our anniversary dinner and had a wonderful experience. Would definitely come back here again!

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    Casa Santo Stefano - Spaghetti Nana Maria

    Casa Santo Stefano

    4.3(700 reviews)
    6.6 mi•Ybor City
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    Friends brought me here to celebrate another friend, and it was such a lovely experience!…read more1. I was obsessed with the view--whether the curtains were down during sunset or opened afterward, the atmosphere was beautiful. 2. Jason is the BEST! Not only was his service outstanding, but he also shared so many interesting behind-the-scenes stories about the restaurant. 3. There are so many great options on the menu that one visit definitely isn't enough to find your favorite. You'll need to come back and try more! 4. Before leaving, I made a wish in the garden. Now I have another reason to return: to try more dishes once my wish comes true--hopefully soon! Definitely a place for a special celebration.

    Updating my experience this evening from 5 star to one as we were attempting to celebrate my…read moremother's birthday. I have been visiting the 1905 restaurants and their family of brands for over 25 years. I've been to the Columbia so many times that I could probably draw you the layout from memory. That history and loyalty is exactly why yesterday's experience was so disappointing. Yesterday, we were celebrating my mother's 64th birthday, and I chose Casa Santo Stefano because of the superior service I've received in the past, the excellent quality of the food, and because my company,, typically books Casa Santo Stefano for events and has never given me reason to doubt the brand. Unfortunately, my experience with my family yesterday was more than disappointing. Valerio dropped the ball in so many ways at our table. We repeatedly went without water, at times for more than 10 minutes, and I was constantly looking around for him. My mother's Moscow Mule took approximately 20 minutes to arrive. When I jokingly asked if he had gone to Moscow to get it, he told me they "didn't have any cups." That was difficult to believe when the drink was clearly sitting there long enough for the cup to become heavily sweated and the ice to melt. I also began noticing that Valerio seemed far more attentive to a table of 10 young women who had just arrived. He was taking their photos, laughing with them and engaging with them, while our table was repeatedly forgotten. The situation with dessert was particularly upsetting because it was my mother's birthday. Valerio asked whether we had seen a dessert menu, and I told him we had not. As I got up to speak with the manager, a kids' ice cream dessert was brought to our table instead. We wanted to look at the dessert menu, order a few things, and have the restaurant sing Happy Birthday to my mother. That simple experience was completely missed, and it was something we had genuinely been looking forward to. On top of everything, the air conditioning was not functioning properly in the restaurant, which made an already uncomfortable experience even more difficult. I appreciate the manager Ty, giving my mother a box of cookies and a handwritten card from the staff as we were leaving. Unfortunately, by that point, the damage had already been done. What bothered me most was that Valerio never seemed to appreciate the significance of the occasion, never apologized for the repeated service issues, and ultimately dropped off the check and walked away. I simply do not understand how this happened, particularly on a day when the restaurant was not even especially busy. I believe Valerio needs additional training and guidance, particularly in the level of hospitality and attentiveness expected from a restaurant carrying the 1905 Family of Restaurants name. I want to emphasize that I am not writing this because I have turned my back on the brand. Quite the opposite. I am writing because I have been loyal to this brand for more than two decades, I genuinely believe in what the 1905 Family of Restaurants represents, and yesterday's experience fell so far below that standard that I feel compelled to say something. My mother's 64th birthday only happens once, and unfortunately, instead of leaving with another wonderful 1905 memory, we left disappointed. I sincerely hope this feedback is taken seriously, not simply as a complaint about one server, but as an opportunity to make sure another family celebrating an important occasion does not have the same experience.

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    Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria

    Bavaro's Pizza Napoletana & Pastaria

    4.1(728 reviews)
    5.0 mi•Downtown Tampa
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    We were in the area for an appointment and decided to stop by Bavaro's for dinner before the rush…read more We had tried coming here before without a reservation, but it was super packed since it's a smaller restaurant so we were excited to finally get to try it! This time we went earlier and there was only one other couple there so we were seated right away. We ordered a pizza, oysters, and the lemon pasta, and everything was SO delicious. The food came out quickly and the service was very attentive without being overbearing. I also really loved the vibe here. It's cozy and intimate which makes it feel like a great spot for a date night or a nice dinner. We'll definitely be coming back the next time we're in the area!

    We stopped here on a whim while walking in Downtown and loved the outdoor seating (one of the few…read morein downtown Tampa). The food is very good and super large portions. We easily will split an entree next time. The tagliatelle al limone was delicious - very light, the flavor was good and I was also a big fan of the broccolini. My boyfriend got the Penne Alla Vodka and added a chicken cutlet (which $15 to add a chicken cutlet is actually insane). The pasta could've used more sauce in both of our opinions. The service was a little on the slower side, which we wouldn't mind as much if the gnats outside weren't eating us alive. They have fans, but the one table we sat at was where the fan didn't reach. So this is definitely a reservation-indoor seating spot for us next time unless they add another outdoor fan. This dampened our experience a bit, especially because we were excited about the outdoor seating.

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    As a meal or side - hot brick oven garlic bread with cheese. Worth the visit!

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    Osteria Natalina

    4.4(523 reviews)
    2.1 mi•South Tampa
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    In your lifetime, you will see about 3-4 great boxers in the ring. When you know, you know. This is…read moreone of them. A friend came in town and the boys knew we needed to get in our bag and show him a proper meal. A recommendation from somebody within the group threw out Osteria Natalina and they couldn't have been more on point. Now, as you see in my posts, I eat, we eat, we throw down. Starting out with wine and bread for the table. Fantastic touch. Moving onto Cesar salads with cracked pepper on top. Fresh, light, just enough. Moving into the next round, pear sacchetti and meatballs. First off. Absolute killer way to start a meal but the chef/owner/MAN OF THE HOUR, treaded us so unbelievably well and we found out at this part of the meal that he was there to make the night special. Brought out extra on both of the items above to ensure everybody got a fair share and tasted the excellence that he plated for us. Moving on, entrees, 3 daily lasagna specials, a seafood linguini and finally, my meal...the man of the hour (I regret not getting his name) threw me an absolute bone. I asked if I should go gnocchi or carbonara when I ordered and he said "let me surprise you". My man came out with a half and half combo and didnt cut back on the portions. Truly excellent service. He didn't need to do that but he did. Remarkable. Finally, dessert. Wow. We got about everything. All three cakes, cannolis, pistachio ice cream. The lot. Everything truly was unreal. All clean plates. Nothing left in any fashion. By the way, he gave us an extra cannoli so we all had our own. The inside of this place is also so intimate and cozy. Staff didn't let a single water go dry. I mean this was 5 star excellence and I can't stress it enough. A firm handshake before exiting the restaurant from "THE Man" and we were on our way. I can't recommend this place enough. I almost want to gate keep just to keep it for myself. But I can't. It needs to shine. It deserves it. Thank you to the entire staff. You all are exceptional.

    We absolutely love this place, but today was the first time I was disappointed…read more I will start with the Meatballs are absolutely to die for! So delicious The one thing unique about this place is they tell you, order any classic Italian dishes and they can make it. I asked for chicken cacciatore, and was told, "sorry we can't make that". Very disappointing. I had to settle for chicken parmigiana. All of our dishes were delicious but still disappointed.

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    4.2(818 reviews)
    3.0 mi•SoHo
    •$$

    This was my first Visit to Bella's. We walked in just after opening. Lovely atmosphere.. classic…read moreItalian feel. We were welcomed immediately. We were seated and asked for drink options quickly. THe service was very friendly and prompt. The menu had a great variety. We ordered an appetizer of Carpaccio it was so good. Whatever sauce was on the plate was sooo good. I ordered the Romano with a side of angel hair Alfredo. I will tell you right now, that The Romano is now one of my favorite chicken recipes ever!! It was fabulous!! Loved the artichokes on top!! My Lunch companions ordered Pera Sachet... she absolutely loved it. She doesn't typically like pears, but absolutely loved this dish. Ravioli Verde.... It was very good but heavier and more filling than she expected. We also got the Insalata Miata salad and had them split it between the three of us. The salad was Very refreshing and loved the hearts of palm in it. Because we were celebrating, we got dessert. They brought it with a candle for our celebration. The vanilla and raspberry crème brûlée was outstanding.. and a chocolate covered lava cake of some sort served with a side of vanilla ice cream, which was just sinfully good. Our server was very sweet and personable with a bright smile. I will be back and I will bring friends!

    Food: The pizza is excellent; not NY style, thank goodness. Ravioli special was very good. Meat…read moresauce is yummy. Service: OK, but not outstanding. Ambiance: Very nice.

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    4.2(796 reviews)
    3.6 mi•Hyde Park
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    Finally got to try Forbici this weekend and it did not disappoint! Saturday night was very busy and…read morethe wait was over an hour but thankfully they had a table for 2 that did not show up so we got right in!! The restaurant is loud and lively due to it being so busy! They have a a great cocktail menu with Italian spritz and rotating specials. For appetizers we did the buffalo chicken pizza which was so delicious!! They have a thin and thick crust pizzas, but this one only came in thick crust. For entrees we did the gnocchi and since they offer pasta half portions, I had the Cacio e Pepe and the rigatoni alla vodka! Both were delicious and that Cacio e Pepe was so creamy. Our server was nice and friendly. The cost for 2 honestly wasn't that bad. I loved all the food and will definitely be back!!

    Fungi- yummy. Perfect mushroom and truffle ratio. I just don't like how square pizzas are super…read moredoughy. I wish they made each flavor with the option or round of square because I'd rather have a fungi round. Vodka rigatoni- basic. I've had good vodka rigatonis and I added chicken ($6+) but that chicken was so plain and bland looking. Cup and char- infamous but idk why, not that special. L'amante cocktail- good..but inconsistent. My friend got the same drink but both of ours tasted different and were different colors even. Indoor space is kind of cramped if you ask me. And the outside has fans but they don't help cool at all. Bathrooms are clean however and the servers/hostess are really nice.

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    The Brother Trattoria - Bolegnese

    The Brother Trattoria

    4.5(71 reviews)
    2.3 mi•Palma Ceia

    Absolutely loved our experience at Brother Trattoria! We stopped in on a whim on a Saturday night…read moreand, while there wasn't any open table seating, we grabbed seats at the bar--and honestly, it worked out perfectly! The food was delicious, generous, and very filling. We especially loved the energy, atmosphere, and friendly service. Everyone was so welcoming and made us feel right at home. We'd definitely recommend making a reservation if you're planning to go, especially on a Saturday night. We'll absolutely be back!

    Went to an early dinner Thursday here and was happy to finally try. The restaurant is nice inside…read morewith wood and stone walls and dark tables that with the lighting give a welcoming vibe. We started off sharing a melanzane appetizer which is Eggplant stuffed with ricotta cheese and sweet basil then baked with tomato sauce. It was light, flavorful and a great start. We also shared a caesar salad which is up there as the best we have had anywhere. All came with table bread and a tasty dipping oil with seasoning. I felt the bread lacked salt but was still pretty good. Dinner was equally good. I went with a veal scallopini that was thin, tender and cooked perfectly. My wife had a pasta dish that had an incredible tasting cream sauce with peas, shallots and pancetta. Service was on point too! Overall a great place that we would go back to.

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    Trattoria Pasquale - italian - Updated September 2026

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