Maestrale

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   Barbara

   San Francisco11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 27 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great meal! Authentic Italian cuisine. Took a little time for food to come out but definitely worth the wait! Will most certainly return!!
   

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   Tracy VIP

   Washington DC3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 27 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

    Excellent southern Italian food delicious Gorgonzola gnocchi fine wine list my wife and I will be back again
   

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   Cynthia

   Western NC1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 16 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful food straight from Italy served by a wonderful family!
   

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   Dennis

   Tampa2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 11 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food quality, preparation, service and ambience was outstanding as it has been each time in our previous 5 visits. It's quiet personal atmosphere is perfect for engaging in conversation without having to raise one's voice. It is both intimate and very reasonable. We love Maestrale !!
   

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   Samir

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 7 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dining at Maestrale for my wife’s birthday was an experience to remember! From the moment we arrived—30 minutes ahead of our scheduled reservation—it was clear that the restaurant was bustling. Despite the high volume of guests, the staff graciously accommodated us and had us seated within 10 minutes, setting the tone for the exceptional service we were about to receive. To start, we ordered a salad, and the restaurant generously brought out warm bread accompanied by one of the best tapenades I’ve had in a long time. The combination of flavors was simply divine! For our main course, we decided to share the Eggplant Parmigiana, as we were advised that the portions were quite large. The kitchen thoughtfully split our order, and although our food arrived at the table slightly cooler than we would have liked, our server quickly resolved the issue, ensuring it was warmed up and returned to us promptly. What made this dining experience even more special was the personal touch of the family who owns Maestrale. Originally from Puglia, Italy, the restaurant is a true family-run establishment—our server was the owners’ son, with his father as the chef and his mother handling both the desserts and the front of the house. Their passion for hospitality was evident in every detail. As for the food? Simply fantastic. The warm bread, arugula salad, tapenade, and Eggplant Parmigiana were all packed with authentic flavors. But the true highlight came at the end of the meal—the Tiramisu. According to my wife, it was one of the best she has ever had, which is high praise coming from her. To top off the evening, we were surprised and touched to find that the dessert had been comped as a gift from the family—a beautiful gesture that added to the warmth of the experience. We cannot wait to return to Maestrale for another wonderful meal. Just a heads-up: reservations are highly recommended because this place is busy, and for good reason. If you’re looking for an authentic Italian dinin
   

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   James VIP

   New York City28 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 2 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our good and service was excellent despite being very busy. Family owned & operated and staff was very friendly and welcoming.
   

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   Joyce VIP

   Tampa57 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 30 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Family restaurant and they all are great. Food is always good and wine was perfect.
   

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   Robert VIP

   Philadelphia30 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 16 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent small family operation! Maybe 12 tables .Food was very good! Have been here many and will be back again.
   

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   Catie

   Western NC2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 15 January 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   It is wonderful every time. Small family authentic Italian. We have never had a bad meal.
   

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    James VIP

    Chicago20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3

    Great food! Service level just ok.Service was very rushed and very spotty.
    

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