Vino Restaurant

This is my third time having dinner here and it is never a disappointment. The quality and flavor…read moreof the food is amazing and the service is over the top. We definitely enjoyed ourselves and will be a returning customer.

The food was excellent. I had a Caesar salad to start which was good and the Crab and Mushroom…read moreRisotto. I thought the risotto was one of the best I've ever had. They used real crab meat. The ambience was really nice. Felt like I was in an old building from Italy. Elegant. And the servers were quietly efficient and very nice! I never had to ask for more water and every thing was very smooth.

A section of the restaurant and the bar in the back right.

Fried calamari appetizer

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Warm sesame bread

Cork & Fork

Renee was an awesome server. She was very attentive and provided service above any reasonable…read moreexpectations. Thank you for helping make our evening special.

I made two visits to Cork & Fork on a recent business trip to Harrisburg. It's a cozy spot with…read moredining on two levels and a great menu. The food is delicious. I tried the pasta recommended by the bartender on my first visit. It was so yummy. I opted for a salad on the my second visit. Delicious as well. Cork & Fork got 4 stars because of service. On both visits I felt like we were ignored after ordering. No one came by to check to see how we enjoyed the food, if we need water refilled, or additional beverages. Just complete neglect.

Salad

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Pastorante

4.4(270 reviews)

6.7 mi

First time here. It's a nice little place that you can easily miss next to other store fronts in a…read moreneighborhood. There is a small but nice seating area. The host/cashier was very nice as was the cook who spoke to us briefly. Food: most of it was a 5 except the free bread. We had the Ziti, garlic bread and chillies sauce, and some sort of seafood special. Pricing wise 5/5 Overall, id say 4.75/5.

We came here for my annual birthday dinner and to check out their new location. The new location is…read moredefinitely reminiscent of the old location with a lot of the same decor and color palette. The food is still very good, but I must admit it was kind of an off night for the staff in service. As much as it pains me to say my normal order was a little off as well. I really couldn't put my finger on it, but it was like the lasagna was dry or chewy. It was still delicious with the meat sauce and my husband enjoyed his Bulgogi mac & cheese. I hope that we don't have to wait a whole another year to get this place another try.

Inside looking towards the kitchen

Short rib Parpadelle

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New Steelton store front

Alvaro Bread and Pastry Shoppe

4.6(263 reviews)

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I go to the location on N. Front. Everything is always fresh and the staff are very good at their…read morejobs. My favorite item is the chocolate croissant. But, the sour dough bread is out of this world.

Hidden treasure I found when the army moved us here. I always grab a lunch meal or bulk pastries…read more They have it all & the family is absolutely amazing always!!!

Interior

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Specials

Mangia Qui

4.1(203 reviews)

My family member loves this place and I can totally understand why. Qui is an absolute master of…read morethe kitchen and creates the most stunning and delicious dishes. Came here for a private event and every bite we had was a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Could not have been more pleased with her takes on the customized menu. I ordered a filet of beef which was cooked perfectly and the delicate fish on my companions plate was beautifully cooked as well. I'm a huge sauce gal and her sauces rival that of the highest French trained saucier. Ditto for the deserts. Harrisburg has a heck of a gem in this restaurant and I'm jealous of the folks that get to enjoy a meal here regularly! he food was outstanding, but the service was equally impressive - attentive, friendly and seamless throughout the entire event. Highly recommend for anyone looking to host an event with exceptional food and top notch service.

Great brunch with friends. My burger was delicious and the sangria was excellent as well.read more

Private event space for celebrations

Toscano Ribeye

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Lamb with seasonal prep

Sammy's Authentic Italian Restaurant

3.6(152 reviews)

Sat outside for lunch. Great view directly across from the capitol. Service was stellar. He even…read morehelped with the bee situation. The outside of the complementary bread was flaky and the inside was soft. I wish the butter weren't directly from the fridge so it was more easily spreadable, but the oil mix was tasty. Chicken parm and you choose the pasta so I went with angel hair. Others had some menu substitutes and each dish came out properly as ordered. Will return for dinner service to take part in the BYOB option.

YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED!…read more After 15 years, we returned to what was once a favorite--only to experience one of the most disappointing meals we've had in decades. We arrived for an early dinner. The restaurant was nearly empty, yet the service was cold, dismissive, and unwelcoming from the outset. Our server seemed bothered by our presence, setting a poor tone that never improved. The appetizers--steamed clams and stuffed portobello mushrooms--were a clear indication of what was to come. The clams were completely devoid of flavor, and the mushrooms were nothing more than a soggy, unrecognizable mass. For entrées, we ordered the Lobster Ravioli and Veal ala Sammy with shrimp in a cream sauce. The veal was poorly executed, bland, sloppily plated, and came with exactly two small shrimp--an afterthought at best. The Lobster Ravioli, however, was truly inexcusable. It was not just bad--it was inedible. We took one taste and sent it back. At that point, despite a full dining room (inexplicably so), we asked for the check. What followed was beyond unacceptable: we were told the owner/cook refused to remove the ravioli from the bill. When I asked to speak with him, I was abruptly cut off and told it was "policy." In all my years of dining--across countless cities--this is the first time I have ever been charged for a dish that was sent back after a single taste because it was inedible. That is not policy--that is bad business. Against our better judgment, we gave them one last opportunity and ordered lasagna to go. What we received was a sloppy, unidentifiable mess thrown into a styrofoam container. We left it on the table without hesitation. Later, speaking with locals, the decline made sense--we were told the owner has been trying to sell the business, and that it is understaffed, poorly managed, and clearly struggling. But none of that excuses what we experienced. If anything, it confirms it. If you cannot properly execute your menu, then reduce it. Focus on something--anything--you can do well. What we encountered was a kitchen and operation completely out of its depth. Bottom line: careless, flavorless, poorly run, and not worth a single dollar. Go if you want--but if you do, don't say you weren't warned.

The Storefront of Sammy's

Chicken Parmigiana

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Mercato Mio

4.0(36 reviews)

8.3 mi

kerri was fantastic. great recommendations and service. Will cone back next time In the area.read more

An amazing atmosphere and amazing food!! Kerri was great, very quick service and very welcoming…read more Great to see people like her that take pride in their job and have good rapport with customer! Keep up the good work, will definitely be back my next trip through Harrisbur!!

The bar area

Nonna's Pasta

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First Line of Fire

Palermo's Pizzeria & Italian Family Restaurant

4.5(212 reviews)

5.8 mi

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I used to live in this area 20 some years ago and I would always go to Palermo's specifically for…read moretheir legendary stuffed parm chicken pizza. But my favorite is the parm chicken sandwich. I've eaten loads of parm chicken sandwiches up and down the 81 corridor and this one is clearly the best! I came in today for one after so many years and again, they didn't disappoint. Two thumbs up without a doubt!

Delicious! friendly, authentic Italian. Many options and it all looks amazing! Easy in and out with…read morequick service.

Palermo's Pizzeria & Italian Family Restaurant

Old World pizza

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Outdoor seating

Giotti's

3.4(127 reviews)

2.1 mi

The food is fabulous and freshly made. The waiter was charming and what a surprise the ambiance was…read morefor a restaurant in a strip mall. Highly recommend Giotti's.

Delicious Food and Friendly Service! We've driven by…read moreGiotti's for years and have never stopped, even though it's been highly recommended. We finally decided to give it a try and were very impressed. While the restaurant is the corner of a strip mall, once you enter through the doors you are welcomed to a nicely decorated and welcoming Tuscan interior. Definitely not what we were expecting from the outside. The host and servers were very friendly throughout our visit and made us feel like regulars even if it was our first visit. The food was very good and reasonably priced! The bread basket contained warm rolls and started the meal. We tried the caprese salad, which was flavorful and good portioned. My wife tried the gnocchi solentina and was pleased. The gnocchi was light and not overly dense as some places, tossed with red sauce, fresh basil, mozzarella and italian sausage. I ordered the Pollo Princepessa special, which was a lightly breaded chicken cutlet with cheese, roasted red peppers, and a shrimp skewer over penne in a garlic white wine sauce. It was delicious. The restaurant is a BYOB and is happy to accommodate diners with wine glasses and bottle opening. Overall we are looking forward to returning as the rest of the menu items sound delicious.

Strawberry Walnut Grilled Chicken Salad with strawberry vinaigrette

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Menu Dec 2023

Bacco Pizzeria and Wine Bar

3.9(266 reviews)

Perfect lunch location after viewing friends' photography exhibit at the Harrisburg MLK City…read moreGovernment Center. Bacco offers an excellent menu for both casual and sophisticated cuisine. I am happy to see this downtown Harrisburg restaurant still thriving, with two additional locations, one on Carlisle Pike and the newly opened Hershey location. I couldn't resist the strawberry salad, and I added grilled salmon for protein. Excellent service that I expect when I dine here.

We were there 2/25 to celebrate our daughter's 18th birthday and we had such a great time! We love…read moredowntown Harrisburg, the location is beautiful and inviting. Our server was so polite and friendly (even wished her a happy birthday!). And our food was amazing! We had the variety of cheeses for an appetizer. Both my kids ordered the chicken Alfredo (my son originally ordered the lamb trio but they were out by the end of the night), my husband ordered the veal piccata, and I ordered the Mediterranean pasta, all very delicious. I definitely want to go back and try the lobster ravioli!