Best Authentic Restaurants in Clintonville

We had the set menu for Valentine’s Day It was terrific The empanadas were the best we even had with slow cooked lamb and baked in the oven with char marks We loved the steak ; very tender and melts in your mouth The risotto had a smoky flavor and not very rich Everything tasted fantastic The chef came around and greeted everyone Which made it even more special They are having an Italian menu from the chef inheritance and what he used to have growing up next month Can not wait

The food, service and ambiance were excellent! The hostess, however, needs some help. We had reservations before an event - always busy at this location. However, we waited 30 minutes, even with the reservation, and were still not seated. We had requested bar seating (booth) when the reservation was made. There were 3 empty booths in the bar when we checked in. Hostess said they were letting the server get caught up. I understand that, but for half an hour? Seats opened up at the bar itself so we sat there, got great service, and met some nice people to boot. When we left those booths were still empty.

If you’re gluten free - this is a great restaurant to visit!! Basically everything on the menu (with some exceptions) could be made gluten free, and they even offered a GF bread which was delicious. And the nice part about this also was the fact that they didn’t up charge for GF options like many other places I’ve gone to do!! It’s the little things that make the experience so much better.

I love this place! I dined here alone in October after looking for a place that made fresh pasta every day. The focaccia is sublime and I could drink the olive oil.The cacio e pepe was spot on. Tonight, I returned with my aunt and uncle and it did not disappoint! Among the three of us, we were able to order most of the menu so we could each try each dish. The service is impeccable and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is friendly, cozy - along with a food and the wine what a wonderful place to spend an evening. I can’t wait to return and, hopefully, introduce more people to this lovely hidden gem. Don’t hesitate! Make a reservation 😋

Food and service were excellent, noise level was not good, too loud.