What a gem of a place! Delicious creative Sicilian menu, not your standard spaghetti-and-meatballs fare. We had a cheesy roasted onion, timbale, beef ribs, nice bottle of wine recommended by our server, and chocolate pate and semi-fredo cannoli. All fantastic! Chef has seen Big Night "thousands of times" and his use of ingredients and care mimics that chef. Lovely evening we will long remember! Grazie!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Timballo
Edward Georgiu
I didn't enjoy the food or the atmosphere. Many people seem to like it, but I'm not sure why.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
Kevin Schultz
This small place was an excellent surprise. Food was outstanding, staff very helpful and knowledgeable. We have moved here from Michigan and will be back soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Catch of the Week - Pesce Con Zafferano, Veal Milanese, Chicken Parmigiana, Timballo, Pate, Veal Sophia
James R
If you want a true Italian dinner you must try this little hidden restaurant.Great meals and service. A must goto local establishment. 5 stars for sure.Enjoy ✌️?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Timballo
dream weaver
Wonderful neighborhood gem. Hidden. Chef is fantastic.Parking: In front, on side.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Milanese, Veal Piccata, Braised Short Rib Bolognese
Chuck Burns
This is one of my favorite places to eat in Bradenton, it has fantastic food and the atmosphere is really fun. The owner is a Hands-On guy which means he checks in with everyone at their tables and he is the chef of the restaurant. I love the new items that he's put on the menu and he also has a talent for creating new flavors.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leanne S.
It was our first visit to this locally run gem. We were immediately seated in the front room at a two top in the corner. We skipped starters and went for the pork chop with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and the chicken Marsala with spinach with a side pasta. We really enjoyed the flavors of the food. Service was excellent. We finished with a dark chocolate pate with lady fingers which was amazing. The chef checked in a few times. There is definitely a family feeling. We hope to go back again soon!
lori mcdermott
The meals are creative and delicious every time we go. Hidden away in an artsy neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauce, Yellow Edge Grouper
Carol Bintz
Small, intimate setting with great food and a nice wine selection- in the Village of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ron Goltsch
Small place in the Village of the Arts in Bradenton. We came in on a Saturday evening without reservations. They didn’t have a table inside, but they were able to set us up outside on their beautiful patio.The menu is unique. It seems they have two items that are consistently on the menu, but the rest are different each week.The food was spectacular. They don’t serve liquor but they do offer a wide range of wines and a few beers. We shared a bottle of wine that went perfectly with our meal.Our server was knowledgeable of both the menu and the various wines offered. She was friendly and outgoing. The chef came out to speak to us on the patio and see how we were enjoying our meal.Overall a great place. No. It’s not like the chain places….and that’s what makes it great.
Great authentic Italian food, If you have been to Italy, you know what I mean.Fresh ingredients prepared fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Siciliana, Timballo, Braised Short Rib Bolognese, Caesar Salad
Piyush Tandon
A cozy restaurant with European charm and impeccable service by Mel et al. And, yes, mama mia gourmet cuisine well thought out every week! This is not a run-of-the pizza joint. It's all about complex yet refined combinations!
My son found this place in a google search. Place is great! The owner chef came out and visited checked on everyone to make sure they were enjoying his place.Dietary restrictions: Was accompanied with a nut allergy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desserts, Timballo
Amy B.
Some of the best food I have ever eaten! Did the chicken marsala last night along with the onion tart. Absolutely amazing. We have been here many times and are never disappointed! Selena was our waitress and she was fabulous. All of the servers are great! We love the atmosphere of the little house that serves as the restaurant. The owner and chef, Guy, is always present and comes out and visits with his customers. I can not say enough good things about this restaurant! I recommend it to all of my friends, and when we have family and friends coming down to visit us in Florida, we always take them here.
Jaymie C.
Delicious food! Chef is amazing and personable. Mel is a delight and took good care of us. Love dining in the Village.
What a gem of a place! Delicious creative Sicilian menu, not your standard spaghetti-and-meatballs fare. We had a cheesy roasted onion, timbale, beef ribs, nice bottle of wine recommended by our server, and chocolate pate and semi-fredo cannoli. All fantastic! Chef has seen Big Night "thousands of times" and his use of ingredients and care mimics that chef. Lovely evening we will long remember! Grazie!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Timballo
I didn't enjoy the food or the atmosphere. Many people seem to like it, but I'm not sure why.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 3
Service: 4
This small place was an excellent surprise. Food was outstanding, staff very helpful and knowledgeable. We have moved here from Michigan and will be back soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Catch of the Week - Pesce Con Zafferano, Veal Milanese, Chicken Parmigiana, Timballo, Pate, Veal Sophia
If you want a true Italian dinner you must try this little hidden restaurant.Great meals and service. A must goto local establishment. 5 stars for sure.Enjoy ✌️?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Timballo
Wonderful neighborhood gem. Hidden. Chef is fantastic.Parking: In front, on side.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Milanese, Veal Piccata, Braised Short Rib Bolognese
This is one of my favorite places to eat in Bradenton, it has fantastic food and the atmosphere is really fun. The owner is a Hands-On guy which means he checks in with everyone at their tables and he is the chef of the restaurant. I love the new items that he's put on the menu and he also has a talent for creating new flavors.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It was our first visit to this locally run gem. We were immediately seated in the front room at a two top in the corner. We skipped starters and went for the pork chop with Yukon gold mashed potatoes and the chicken Marsala with spinach with a side pasta. We really enjoyed the flavors of the food. Service was excellent. We finished with a dark chocolate pate with lady fingers which was amazing. The chef checked in a few times. There is definitely a family feeling. We hope to go back again soon!
The meals are creative and delicious every time we go. Hidden away in an artsy neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Sauce, Yellow Edge Grouper
Small, intimate setting with great food and a nice wine selection- in the Village of the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Small place in the Village of the Arts in Bradenton. We came in on a Saturday evening without reservations. They didn’t have a table inside, but they were able to set us up outside on their beautiful patio.The menu is unique. It seems they have two items that are consistently on the menu, but the rest are different each week.The food was spectacular. They don’t serve liquor but they do offer a wide range of wines and a few beers. We shared a bottle of wine that went perfectly with our meal.Our server was knowledgeable of both the menu and the various wines offered. She was friendly and outgoing. The chef came out to speak to us on the patio and see how we were enjoying our meal.Overall a great place. No. It’s not like the chain places….and that’s what makes it great.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Veal Milanese, Timballo
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Great authentic Italian food, If you have been to Italy, you know what I mean.Fresh ingredients prepared fresh.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pasta Siciliana, Timballo, Braised Short Rib Bolognese, Caesar Salad
A cozy restaurant with European charm and impeccable service by Mel et al. And, yes, mama mia gourmet cuisine well thought out every week! This is not a run-of-the pizza joint. It's all about complex yet refined combinations!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desserts, Veal Milanese, Timballo
My son found this place in a google search. Place is great! The owner chef came out and visited checked on everyone to make sure they were enjoying his place.Dietary restrictions: Was accompanied with a nut allergy.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Desserts, Timballo
Some of the best food I have ever eaten! Did the chicken marsala last night along with the onion tart. Absolutely amazing. We have been here many times and are never disappointed! Selena was our waitress and she was fabulous. All of the servers are great! We love the atmosphere of the little house that serves as the restaurant. The owner and chef, Guy, is always present and comes out and visits with his customers. I can not say enough good things about this restaurant! I recommend it to all of my friends, and when we have family and friends coming down to visit us in Florida, we always take them here.
Delicious food! Chef is amazing and personable. Mel is a delight and took good care of us. Love dining in the Village.