Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Hillsborough

One of our favorite spots. But our valentines night experience was not as perfect as it usually is. My wife's cosmo that she normally orders was not made to its usual standard. Our server had them make it over, but it still was not very good, so she had to completely change her drink order. We ordered one of our favorite apps, the meatballs, and that too was not up to its usual standard. However, the crab cakes were great, and our surf and turf was excellent. The lobster melted in our mouth n the steak was tender n juicy. Naomi, our server, was extremely gracious and attentive. She even had the manager come over n apologize for the drink problem we had. All in all, a good night.

Food, drinks and service were exceptional. One meal was not quite done to our liking but the Manager quickly rectified it and made sure that we were satisfied. Exactly what you would expect from a first class restaurant.

Everything was excellent the moment we walked into the restaurant! Our waitress, Lexi, could not have been better! She was genuinely enthusiastic and made fantastic suggestions. We started with the octopus and BBQ shrimp and then moved on to our entrees: Swordsfish, Cod special, almond crusted flounder and the seafood risotto. This place is a gem and we will be back! This was the best restaurant experience we have had in a very long time. 10/10

Cafe Emilia is a class act!! The food and service were superb!! We truly enjoyed our meal! The pasta was obviously homemade and the dishes we had (ravioli with vodka sauce and fusili bolognese) were mouthwateringly delicious.

Second time there and I was not disappointed. Food was very good and the owner/chef comes around to see how everything was. Great service . Have to make it a point to have dinner there more often.