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Good food and service. Basic fare but they do it well.

The young lady serving is tonight was not very good - she was preoccupied and not attentive. There were others that were way more helpful thank goodness but she was not

Last night’s experience was hands down the best food we have ever had. Every single dish was absolutely flawless, and the chefs truly outdid themselves. There wasn’t a single thing we didn’t enjoy—it was perfection from start to finish. The service was equally incredible; attentive, friendly, and made us feel so welcome. The atmosphere was intimate and radiated authentic Italian vibes, creating the perfect setting for an unforgettable evening. We haven’t even had food this good in Italy! The quality, taste, and overall experience far exceeded our expectations, especially for such a great price. We loved it so much that we’ll be purchasing a gift card for our family so they can experience it too. This place is a true gem, and we can’t wait to return. Bravo to the team!

Food and service were excellent. The jalepeno bacon is unique and a perfect blend of sweet and spicey. Dry aged porterhouse is a great size for two and was cooked to perfection with a nice seared crust. Each side was incredible, my favorite was the crispy potatos and gnocchi.

Becco is an Italian restaurant near the theatre district. While narrow at the entrance, it extends room after room to the back. Service was prompt and sensitive to theatre show times. Tables are very close together, but since everyone is there to eat and enjoy, it only presents a problem to the claustrophobic. Appetizers were generous and very well presented. The special - lasagne Bolognese - was well put together, flavorful and rich. Even the bread and olives, put out early were top notch. The wine list is broad, but the pours for individual servings were generous. Unless you plan to finish a whole bottle, one glass should be ample. We didn't get desserts, but the dessert menu was tantalizing. Next time. Service was first rate. If you plan on going, I would advise reservations in advance, which we did. Wait times when we got there were over an hour, and on an early Thursday evening. This is good classic Italian cooking, well-presented and customer focused.