I work for a highly respected law firm in Birmingham and we had the BEST catering experience from Bongiorno's last night. Tiz was incredible and owner, Ozzie, even came to help create a perfect evening. Quality food, quality service, and the best feeling of supporting a family-owned restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs with Marinara and Mozzarella, Garlic Bread, Cannoli
Maie AbdelWahab
Fatal flaw made by this restaurant that highlights their lack of professionalism and accountability. Server did not notify us that they are "out of scallops" until after my meal was served to me and was partially eaten. Prosciutto on the dish was also left out. Once notifying the server, she went to talk to chef and returned to tell me they are out of scallops and they forgot my dish had scallops and didn't notify me at the start because of that. Then proceeded to also tell me that there is indeed prosciutto on the dish... that I was eating and very clearly could did not have prosciutto in it. I requested a reduced price for the dish to be told they "gave extra shrimp" which is meaningless because it has a noticeable price difference from scallops and I was not informed I wasn't getting the dish I ordered. Further discussion with a local in our party states that they seem to always never have scallops so I wonder if this is some sort of scamming process where they keep scallops on the menu but never have them in stock so that they can profit more off dishes. Poorly handled situation combined with the individual at the front desk who greets people with an uninviting tone and facial expressions does not give this place a reason to return.To comment on the food, mostly good. I'd give that a 7/10. But experience makes it all and this ill-handled should not be repeated behavior in the future.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Steve Weldon
Egg plant parmigiana and stuffed snapper were both over the top last night. Service was exceptional as always Our server last night was very nice and knowledgeable. Great wine list. Never a disappointment here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad
Isaiah Dunn
If you're looking for the best Italian food, attentative service, and people who take pride in their food then look no further! Bongiorno Italian Restaurant is the BEST!!! Wow! What care the staff puts into taking care of their customers! Make a reservation, walk-in, or order to-go and make that belly happy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Saxon Monk
Incredible food and service - thank you!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Tolbert
5 stars. Wonderful place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jem McCollum
I’ve always enjoyed it each time I go to eat there. The food is always exceptionally good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Vicki McKee
Awesome Carbonara. Best I've had in years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ashlyn Manzella
The food and service are always superb. You can’t beat a family owned restaurant. The highest quality ingredients and top not meals.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marisol Galarza
The best! The food is so delicious, the best thing is the food is handmade there! I love it!
Tried four different entrées… All of them equally unspectacular. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was mediocre at best.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
Simsurg
I can’t believe I’ve lived here seven years and have never tried this little restaurant before tonight! The food was DELICIOUS! I had eggplant parm and my wife had the Fettuccine alla Campagnola. Both were fantastic. The restaurant is simple and definitely not fancy but this was an excellent meal and I highly recommend it. Very affordable for the quality. Total with a salad appetizer (also very good) a nice bottle of wine and two desserts was $127.
Glenn Michael
Fabulous food and great people. It couldn't be better, just like having dinner in Italia!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread
Gary Nolan
Love it. After year living in northeast with a vast number of Italian restaurants Bongiorno is a super place. We have tried several different menu items and specials all all have been outstanding.Parking: Parking is by chance in downtown. Patience is a virtue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Marsala
Tammy Howell
Oh my gosh! Bongiorno is my new favorite Italian restaurant! It's a small place but the food was delicious and the staff were so friendly. We ordered the Manicotti, small pizza, and the weekly special (beef, veggies, mushrooms). Everything was cooked to perfection! If you plan to visit, I recommend making reservations or getting there early because it is a small place and gets busy fast!
I work for a highly respected law firm in Birmingham and we had the BEST catering experience from Bongiorno's last night. Tiz was incredible and owner, Ozzie, even came to help create a perfect evening. Quality food, quality service, and the best feeling of supporting a family-owned restaurant!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Meatballs with Marinara and Mozzarella, Garlic Bread, Cannoli
Fatal flaw made by this restaurant that highlights their lack of professionalism and accountability. Server did not notify us that they are "out of scallops" until after my meal was served to me and was partially eaten. Prosciutto on the dish was also left out. Once notifying the server, she went to talk to chef and returned to tell me they are out of scallops and they forgot my dish had scallops and didn't notify me at the start because of that. Then proceeded to also tell me that there is indeed prosciutto on the dish... that I was eating and very clearly could did not have prosciutto in it. I requested a reduced price for the dish to be told they "gave extra shrimp" which is meaningless because it has a noticeable price difference from scallops and I was not informed I wasn't getting the dish I ordered. Further discussion with a local in our party states that they seem to always never have scallops so I wonder if this is some sort of scamming process where they keep scallops on the menu but never have them in stock so that they can profit more off dishes. Poorly handled situation combined with the individual at the front desk who greets people with an uninviting tone and facial expressions does not give this place a reason to return.To comment on the food, mostly good. I'd give that a 7/10. But experience makes it all and this ill-handled should not be repeated behavior in the future.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Egg plant parmigiana and stuffed snapper were both over the top last night. Service was exceptional as always Our server last night was very nice and knowledgeable. Great wine list. Never a disappointment here.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: House Salad
If you're looking for the best Italian food, attentative service, and people who take pride in their food then look no further! Bongiorno Italian Restaurant is the BEST!!! Wow! What care the staff puts into taking care of their customers! Make a reservation, walk-in, or order to-go and make that belly happy!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Incredible food and service - thank you!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
5 stars. Wonderful place.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’ve always enjoyed it each time I go to eat there. The food is always exceptionally good.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Awesome Carbonara. Best I've had in years!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food and service are always superb. You can’t beat a family owned restaurant. The highest quality ingredients and top not meals.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The best! The food is so delicious, the best thing is the food is handmade there! I love it!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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Tried four different entrées… All of them equally unspectacular. Service was friendly and attentive. Food was mediocre at best.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
I can’t believe I’ve lived here seven years and have never tried this little restaurant before tonight! The food was DELICIOUS! I had eggplant parm and my wife had the Fettuccine alla Campagnola. Both were fantastic. The restaurant is simple and definitely not fancy but this was an excellent meal and I highly recommend it. Very affordable for the quality. Total with a salad appetizer (also very good) a nice bottle of wine and two desserts was $127.
Fabulous food and great people. It couldn't be better, just like having dinner in Italia!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Bread
Love it. After year living in northeast with a vast number of Italian restaurants Bongiorno is a super place. We have tried several different menu items and specials all all have been outstanding.Parking: Parking is by chance in downtown. Patience is a virtue.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Marsala
Oh my gosh! Bongiorno is my new favorite Italian restaurant! It's a small place but the food was delicious and the staff were so friendly. We ordered the Manicotti, small pizza, and the weekly special (beef, veggies, mushrooms). Everything was cooked to perfection! If you plan to visit, I recommend making reservations or getting there early because it is a small place and gets busy fast!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu