I regret to say that my visit to this restaurant was far from enjoyable. The ambiance was uninviting due to the overly dark setting, making it difficult to even see our meals, which, incidentally, did not meet our expectations in terms of taste or presentation. The staff did not help matters; they were impolite and made us feel uncomfortable for wanting to take pictures, which only added to the negative atmosphere. Overall, the experience was disappointing across the board, and I would advise others to steer clear.
Julie Dagenais
The attention to detail in every aspect of the dining experience was truly remarkable. The ambiance was perfect for a romantic evening or a celebratory gathering with friends and family. The decor was elegant yet cozy, creating a charming ambiance that made us feel right at home.Now, let's talk about the food. Oh my goodness, where do I even begin? Each dish was a masterpiece, expertly crafted with the finest ingredients and bursting with flavour. It's clear that the chefs here are passionate about their craft and dedicated to delivering an unforgettable culinary experience.And let's not forget about the impeccable service. Our waiter was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure that our dining experience was nothing short of perfection. From helping us navigate the menu to recommending the perfect wine pairing, his expertise added an extra layer of enjoyment to our evening.In summary, this Italian restaurant is an absolute gem. Whether you're a food enthusiast looking for an exceptional dining experience or simply craving delicious Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere, this place has it all. Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Five stars all the way!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vitello Tonnato
Jake
We really enjoyed our meal here. For antipasti we loved the Beet Carpaccio, Polpette & Beef Mortadella. The Ca' del Baio Barbaresco Vallegrande was a solid red too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shark Jellyfish
We came here for Valentine’s Day which had a 4 course set menu. The appetizers were amazing and light! The ravioli was really good! For someone who doesn’t like steak, this was one that I could definitely stand behind. The dessert was nice and decadent and it was my favourite part of the whole meal!The service was outstanding! They made sure we had everything we needed and checked in with us multiple times throughout the night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Troy
Om nom nom. Thanks you Ellen for the excellent service tonight ☺️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Alana Pierini
If you are a good cook you will be disappointed. We ordered the bistecca which was fine but the potatoes were overly spiced and unrecognizable and the carrots were tasteless and the bread was dry. We ordered the tiramisu and it was a bomb ( inedible ) ( not at all like the foto on the website). The wine was fine but the music was unpleasant and too loud but it was turned down for us. Thanks for that.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Sophie Nowak
Loved the atmosphere and service. However, the antipasti mortadella starter was exactly like ordering coldcuts - nothing special and for $10 definitely not worth the price. Capaccio would have been a better menu offering. The swordfish dish for the secondi was unique and very tasty and so i would recommend that dish for something truly different. The wine we chose did not disappoint . Dessert - panacotta - nothing special and my shot of expresso was literally a table soon full in a fancy fine bone china tea cup. I would have expected a bit more for a simple expresso. Overall, very underwhelming and would not go back - also the lighting was a bit too dark which made it difficult to read off the menu. Staff was superb. The food should have matched the service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
D.K. Zulu
We had great service. Laura was exceptional in her duties.It seems the menu was made for food connoisseurs as there were no descriptions of the ingredients. As a non-Italian individual, it was hard to understand the menu.Certains dishes were good. But not worth the advertised prices. The bread’s crust was burnt and tasteless. The dishes can be shared and easily enjoyed with a partner. Overall, we found it was not worth the price.The atmosphere can get very loud, it was eventually hard to speak with my partner. The tables and room were clean.Overall, good service and atmosphere but unfortunately, the food was not exceptional.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Amanda Pez
I had very high expectations for this place since it is rated so well. The food was very underwhelming, the meatballs were WAAY to salty and were very hard.. I also ordered a pasta dish that was also very salty and underwhelming. The beet butter served with the bread was too sweet. Each person of our party of six didn't "love" their food/drinks/dessert. Unfortunately, the sweetest and salt overpowered the flavour of many of the dishes. My favourite thing about this restaurant is how nice their silverware is...
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Ella Kirkland
Went here for a friend’s birthday dinner and was really disappointed. Considering the high rating I had high expectations for the food but was really let down. Meatballs were extremely tough and WAY too salty and my pasta was undercooked. I would have complained but I didn’t want to make a scene during her birthday. I will say the service was excellent and the general vibe of the place (decor etc) was really nice. But there is much better tasting food in Ottawa for the same price
Had an amazing birthday dinner here! Our waiter Sebastian was great, he was so helpful in describing every single thing on the menu. All the food that he recommended to us was so amazing, I loved every single little bite. He was also able to recommend good wine pairings to go with each meal. I loved my experience here, 10/10 recommend!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Goose Canada
The food is delightful, the service perfect, the desert was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Tortellini Vuoti
Kristin Ireland
It was quiet because we were early but enjoyed happy hour very much. Pastas were standout. Have had more tender meatballs, loved the fish stuffed pasta and beef raviolo. Service was fast because it wasnt a full house yet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Vitello Tonnato, Short Rib Raviolo
Dana
The service and atmosphere were great. The food however was underwhelming and sometimes disappointing considering expectations. Overall we found it overpriced vs. the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Sylvain P
Not my first time, always a great meal and different from other restaurants in the area.
I regret to say that my visit to this restaurant was far from enjoyable. The ambiance was uninviting due to the overly dark setting, making it difficult to even see our meals, which, incidentally, did not meet our expectations in terms of taste or presentation. The staff did not help matters; they were impolite and made us feel uncomfortable for wanting to take pictures, which only added to the negative atmosphere. Overall, the experience was disappointing across the board, and I would advise others to steer clear.
The attention to detail in every aspect of the dining experience was truly remarkable. The ambiance was perfect for a romantic evening or a celebratory gathering with friends and family. The decor was elegant yet cozy, creating a charming ambiance that made us feel right at home.Now, let's talk about the food. Oh my goodness, where do I even begin? Each dish was a masterpiece, expertly crafted with the finest ingredients and bursting with flavour. It's clear that the chefs here are passionate about their craft and dedicated to delivering an unforgettable culinary experience.And let's not forget about the impeccable service. Our waiter was attentive, knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to ensure that our dining experience was nothing short of perfection. From helping us navigate the menu to recommending the perfect wine pairing, his expertise added an extra layer of enjoyment to our evening.In summary, this Italian restaurant is an absolute gem. Whether you're a food enthusiast looking for an exceptional dining experience or simply craving delicious Italian cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere, this place has it all. Trust me, you won't be disappointed. Five stars all the way!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Vitello Tonnato
We really enjoyed our meal here. For antipasti we loved the Beet Carpaccio, Polpette & Beef Mortadella. The Ca' del Baio Barbaresco Vallegrande was a solid red too.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We came here for Valentine’s Day which had a 4 course set menu. The appetizers were amazing and light! The ravioli was really good! For someone who doesn’t like steak, this was one that I could definitely stand behind. The dessert was nice and decadent and it was my favourite part of the whole meal!The service was outstanding! They made sure we had everything we needed and checked in with us multiple times throughout the night.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Om nom nom. Thanks you Ellen for the excellent service tonight ☺️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
If you are a good cook you will be disappointed. We ordered the bistecca which was fine but the potatoes were overly spiced and unrecognizable and the carrots were tasteless and the bread was dry. We ordered the tiramisu and it was a bomb ( inedible ) ( not at all like the foto on the website). The wine was fine but the music was unpleasant and too loud but it was turned down for us. Thanks for that.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Loved the atmosphere and service. However, the antipasti mortadella starter was exactly like ordering coldcuts - nothing special and for $10 definitely not worth the price. Capaccio would have been a better menu offering. The swordfish dish for the secondi was unique and very tasty and so i would recommend that dish for something truly different. The wine we chose did not disappoint . Dessert - panacotta - nothing special and my shot of expresso was literally a table soon full in a fancy fine bone china tea cup. I would have expected a bit more for a simple expresso. Overall, very underwhelming and would not go back - also the lighting was a bit too dark which made it difficult to read off the menu. Staff was superb. The food should have matched the service.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 4
We had great service. Laura was exceptional in her duties.It seems the menu was made for food connoisseurs as there were no descriptions of the ingredients. As a non-Italian individual, it was hard to understand the menu.Certains dishes were good. But not worth the advertised prices. The bread’s crust was burnt and tasteless. The dishes can be shared and easily enjoyed with a partner. Overall, we found it was not worth the price.The atmosphere can get very loud, it was eventually hard to speak with my partner. The tables and room were clean.Overall, good service and atmosphere but unfortunately, the food was not exceptional.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
I had very high expectations for this place since it is rated so well. The food was very underwhelming, the meatballs were WAAY to salty and were very hard.. I also ordered a pasta dish that was also very salty and underwhelming. The beet butter served with the bread was too sweet. Each person of our party of six didn't "love" their food/drinks/dessert. Unfortunately, the sweetest and salt overpowered the flavour of many of the dishes. My favourite thing about this restaurant is how nice their silverware is...
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 3
Went here for a friend’s birthday dinner and was really disappointed. Considering the high rating I had high expectations for the food but was really let down. Meatballs were extremely tough and WAY too salty and my pasta was undercooked. I would have complained but I didn’t want to make a scene during her birthday. I will say the service was excellent and the general vibe of the place (decor etc) was really nice. But there is much better tasting food in Ottawa for the same price
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 1
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Had an amazing birthday dinner here! Our waiter Sebastian was great, he was so helpful in describing every single thing on the menu. All the food that he recommended to us was so amazing, I loved every single little bite. He was also able to recommend good wine pairings to go with each meal. I loved my experience here, 10/10 recommend!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food is delightful, the service perfect, the desert was
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tiramisu, Tortellini Vuoti
It was quiet because we were early but enjoyed happy hour very much. Pastas were standout. Have had more tender meatballs, loved the fish stuffed pasta and beef raviolo. Service was fast because it wasnt a full house yet.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Vitello Tonnato, Short Rib Raviolo
The service and atmosphere were great. The food however was underwhelming and sometimes disappointing considering expectations. Overall we found it overpriced vs. the
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
Not my first time, always a great meal and different from other restaurants in the area.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5