Succulent shrimp grilled to perfection, served with a zesty garlic butter sauce and a side of fresh lemon wedges.
Full • Pizza • Casual • Italian
"I celebrated my 70th birthday in October. I was looking for Cachio e Pepe (not pictured) and found it at Spasso. It was delicious. There was 6 of us. We all got something different. Everyone enjoyed the beautiful and delicious food. We got there just after opening at 4:30 pm. The beach setting was special. The staff was attentive but not hovering. I don't live in Ventura County any more. Was visiting family. Texas is my home state. Most at the table do live in Ventura County or nearby. They plan on many trips to Spasso. Thank you for a memorable birthday!"
Full • Fish • Cafés • Pasta
"Everything about our evening was perfect. Impeccable service that never felt rushed. Cocktails were creative and expertly prepared, particularly the Mezcal. Our octopus appetizer was delicious, well-presented, and not chewy like octopus can sometimes be. The complimentary bread with bruschetta was delicious. I enjoyed my rack of lamb entree but a sauce with it would have been nice. Others in our group had the red snapper, which was delicious with a great sauce and well-presented. We appreciated the flourless chocolate cake for dessert as one person with us was gluten free. The pistachio ice cream dessert with chocolate covering was my favorite. The decor is modern and comfortable with a refreshing not-too-noisy sound level. We'll definitely be back soon."
Tea • Steak • Salad • Italian
"Took my wife there for her birthday dinner. We sat inside the main dining room where we normally sit. It 's a beautiful old house and the dining room is extremely comfortable with the tables set apart for plenty of room. There is no awkwardness of bumping your chair into the person seated at the table behind you like there is in other establishments. That does not necessarily hold true for the porch seating though. The outdoor seating in the garden area looked really nice that night, with kids dressed up and doing their best to behave and sit still for photos. Hindsight being 2020, I would have booked a table out there. Overall, the food was great and the service was really good considering how busy it was. The staff, when it gets busy, tag teams the tables to share in the duties to keep the guests happy. Because it was busy, the meal lasted two hours, which is a little on the long side for me. But, for most people, engaged in good conversation, that would be just about right I suppose. I like this place. Reminds me a little of moderately upscale restaurants in the New England and Cape Cod area. When it 's busy like it was that night, it feels a little like people are all there to celebrate something. Maybe they are there for a groom 's dinner in preparation for an upcoming wedding. Maybe it 's part of their wine country vacation plans. For some, it 's probably their version of Billy Joel 's Scenes from an Italian Restaurant . For my wife and I, this is our spot. So happy it survived the COVID insanity. The pasta is excellent, and we rarely order a main course. The appetizers are actually a full course in of themselves and are served on large plates. So, if you order a few appetizers to share, plus soup and a salad, you may run out of room at the table and will look a little like it 's your first time and didn 't get the memo. If you plan on a meal like that with some appetizers, make sure to ask your server to time the courses accordingly. If it 's busy, could be tricky."
Pasta • Coffee • Italian • Chicken
"Anniversary dinner with our two children, 8 and 10. We decided to sit out on the porch on a fairly humid June evening and the ceiling fans made for a nice breeze. We find most restaurants to be overly air-conditioned, but Metro 8 didn't seem like a fridge even when we walked in - that's a huge plus for me! Our waitress was very nice and attentive without interfering. She noted that it was nice to see kids with books (and math in our conversation) instead of iPads. The steaks my husband and I ordered were as advertised and delicious. So were the pages. Our girls loved their grilled chicken. Cocktails were good and just the right strength. Highly recommended."
Cafe • Italian, Caterers, Pizza
Casual • Coffee • Italian • American
"La Traviata is the best true Italian food I have ever eaten!!!! The flavors are out of this world, everything was done to perfection!! Very congenial hosts, wonderful atmosphere, ample size meals, great prices. I was visiting SF and was staying just around the corner from this gemstone in the middle of the Mission district. Highly recommend this to any one visiting or living nearby. 10 stars in my book!! Thank You!"
Soup • Wine • Pasta • Coffee
"We arrived early and were asked to come back when they were ready for us, as another class was still finishing up. We decided to take a walk up the street while we waited. When we returned, we were greeted by three different people who seemed a bit confused. We were seated and placed our drink orders. After about 15 or 20 minutes, other people started to arrive, and the class began. We cooked our own food following their recipes and then shared the meal with 12 other diners in the group. For $35.00 per person, we received an appetizer, a soup, an entrée, a side dish, and a dessert, all while cooking with the assistance of their head chef. The staff was friendly and fun, the ambiance was romantic and dark, but the cost without the Groupon was a bit expensive for my taste. The head chef, Jeremy, was excellent. He delegated tasks efficiently, gave clear directions, engaged in great conversation, and explained the cooking process thoroughly. By the end of the meal, I had enjoyed two servings of Gnocchi, a bowl of Zuppa, two pieces of lasagna, about two cups of blanched carrots, and Banana's Foster. Overall, I will definitely be back. I enjoyed the hands-on cooking experience and the interaction provided by the staff, but Jeremy's expertise really made the class enjoyable. If it had been someone less passionate or knowledgeable about cooking, the experience could have been lacking. We will definitely return to try out their mid-winter class."
Vegan • Pasta • Italian • Sandwiches
"Every time we eat here, the food is perfect! An intimate setting, but also great for a group dinner. Lore and Claudia are always ready to make your dinner experience wonderful. Did I mention the food? Amazing! Perfectly boiled al dente pasta, delicate chicken marsala full of taste, and gobs of seafood in their marinara dishes. Beautiful selection of wines to taste with dinner and hands-down BEST tiramisu and cheesecake ever! We love Trattoria Mia"
Meat • Pizza • Pasta • Italian
"Nice, cozy room with a small but well-designed selection of beers. The food is also very good; The starters may seem a little expensive for a gastropub, but for gourmets they are comparable in complexity and taste to dishes in the rich table, a rare find in the outer mission / Bernal. If you are looking for tasty snacks, great cocktails and beer in the neighborhood, I highly recommend this hotel."
Pizza • Italian • Fast Food • Sandwiches
"There is no pizza that beats Joe's and everything else We have eaten there is just awesome. If you have never been here try it. This will become your..."
Fish • Pizza • Vegan • Pasta
"When the food arrived, it was below standard considering the high prices we were paying. Then the real fun began. The manager, apparently frustrated, started loudly criticizing the missing bartender in front of the entire restaurant, mostly directed at his staff, stating that anyone who didn’t want to be there could go home. I had been advised by several people to try this place, but after this experience, I’ll never take their recommendations again. If you’re looking for overpriced meals, poor service, and being essentially told to leave due to bad management, then this is the spot for you. Otherwise, I suggest you skip it entirely."
Meat • Beer • Pizza • Italian
Salad • Pizza • Cheese • Italian
"We had an enjoyable time during our meal, but the dining experience left much to be desired. We waited five minutes before anyone greeted us at the front door. Once we were seated, we waited another ten minutes for our server, who then told us she would be back to get us water. We had to stop her to place our beer order, which arrived with a rather old and crusty orange on the glass. When she finally returned to take our food order—after another ten minutes—there wasn't even an apology or acknowledgment of our wait; all we got was, "So, what are we having?" On a positive note, the food was good and served quickly. Perhaps it was just an off night for the service, but it definitely left a negative impression."
Casual • Sicilian • Desserts • Breakfast
"This restaurant has earned a spot on our list of regulars, and it's probably at the top. The food was exceptional, with generous portions. I ordered the ragu, and the rigatoni was cooked perfectly, striking a balance between al dente and soft. I have to mention the meatballs. They are just scrumptious and melt in your mouth. A must have when you come here. My fiancé had the fried chicken sandwich and fries. The sandwich was a delightful blend of textures, with red cabbage, pickles, and a soft brioche bun. The fries were delicious and complemented the sauces perfectly, even pairing well with my tiramisu. The tiramisu was so light and fluffy with the perfect balance of coffee and cream. Speaking of tiramisu, it was gifted to us by the restaurant, which brings me to their impeccable service. The food was impressive, but the service at Concrete was unparalleled. From the moment we walked in, Franchesco greeted us with a warm smile. He and the other bartender (I'm sad that I didn't catch her name) were attentive, friendly, and personable. I would return just to see them again. They are genuinely good people who create a welcoming and lively atmosphere."
Cakes • Italian • Seafood • Cocktail
"This place is the epitome of the idiom don 't judge a book by its cover. Nestled in the centre of a tacky little strip mall with a trashy bubble gum pink awning running the length of it. The kind of little strip mall where you expect that no matter which storefront door you enter, it 's going to open upon a dingy laundromat with one of its florescent lights flickering anemically while a woman who 's four days older than fire leers over her tabloid to mark your entrance, cigarette hanging from her mouth. But lo, doth outer appearances deceive — for behind the front door of Ristorante Lucano lies a delightful hidden gem! Past tastefully appointed little bar/lounge and host station, this lovely eatery is broken into three cosy little dining rooms. Linen napkins rest upon linen table cloths, alcoves abound with various assortments of wines, and the walls have that colour of Tuscan architecture with little frescoes and murals and esoteric collections of letters in the walls likely harkening back to some ancient Roman custom. The menu is well stocked with starters, numerous pasta dishes, and a third page of non-pasta entrées. The staff were friendly and professional. Our server, Ashley, informed us of numerous specials including bone-in ribeye, bone-in veal chops, a salmon entrée, sea scallops, and a few I 'm forgetting. After a couple of starters, I had the scallops with wonderfully perfect grilled asparagus and mashed potatoes. My friend had the rack of lamb with spinach and potatoes. We swapped bites and I can say that both dishes were executed marvelously. We stayed for desserts, a tiramisu and a berry tart, that were both very well done — paradoxically rich and light, sweet and refreshing. The interior of this place, its brilliantly prepared food, and its charming ambiance all leave one feeling like that exterior door in a strip mall that time, good taste, and god forgot, is actually some trans-dimensional portal to a pocket universe where its creator decided all the alien physics of that realm would exist solely to serve perfectly delectable food in a warmly inviting place."
Thai • Italian • Breakfast • Delivery Services
"This little gem is tucked away in the corner of a shopping center. You might never see it if you 're only driving by. But they have an incredible menu and the food is benissimo. Even the house cab was fantastic, but at $40 a bottle, it was definitely overpriced. We had an hour wait to be seated at 6pm on a Saturday night, and from what I gather, that 's pretty standard. Still, the fare is worth the wait, so save your pennies and make a stop at Alessia 's."
Pub • Pizza • Pasta • Salad
"I was in the city, because a friend had recommended a new Thai place. but when I arrived, the music was deaf, the sitting opportunity even at the bar gave one no room to move, that was waiting endless - they took reservation, but not from individual diners - and treatment I got from the hostess of tude. So I went and looked for other options on opentable. a few blocks away, I from ciao. they welcome diners in every number. they had a mix of jazz and pop on a level that would not suggest that they would hear the place without her or leave her sanity. there was a pleasant view of the passing scene – and a football game on the big screen. the staff was happy that I was there and I spent a few happy hours on an authentic Italian meal. it was glorious. so if they want a good meal in a pleasant atmosphere, ciao is that the place do not miss the tiramisu!"
Pizza • Italian • Vegetarian
Pizza • Vegan • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly
"(Übersetzt von Google) Ein köstliches Restaurant, wo man sehr schön essen kann. Wir wurden schnell serviert und die Speisen wurden schnell geliefert. Wir waren mit dem Geschmack völlig zufrieden. Der Service ist so freundlich und versucht, alle Wünsche zu erfüllen. Zusammen mit dem schönen Ambiente kann ich das Restaurant nur empfehlen. (Original) Ein köstliches Restaurant, wo Sie sehr schönes Essen gehen können. Wir wurden schnell serviert und die Speisen wurden schnell geliefert. Auch geschmackvoll waren wir glücklich. Der Service ist auch sehr freundlich und bemüht sich, alle Wünsche zu erfüllen. Zusammen mit dem schönen Ambiente kann ich das Restaurant nur empfehlen."
Pasta • Italian