Aperitivo

While the food is excellent, there are many restaurants with great food. The major difference here is that the staff are all so nice, very friendly and accomodating. Plus, the prices for food and wine are beyond reasonable. Our whole family loves it and we recommend it highly.

Pros: wonderful staff, reasonable prices, great food

Cons: none

Posted 09/17/09

I threw a small surprise party for my husband's birthday. The staff were incredibly accommodating given that my headcount was changing throughout the week. Once arrived, they were very patient as we took our time perusing the menu. The tapas were delicious. Keep in mind, this was during passover, and many of the dishes were kosher style, so we were able to enjoy italian food without worrying about bread creeping into the recipe. There were multiple options for many palates. Everyone at the table raved about their dishes. I brought a kosher for passover cake for the birthday party, which the staff graciously took, cut, and served to the table with a light dusting of powdered sugar. At the end of the meal, they served us a complimentary round of port.

We were able to have a great conversation in an intimate setting with wonderful food. What else can you ask for? And the price was totally reasonable given the quantity of food that we ate. I would recommend this place highly.

Pros: Incredible food

Cons: What are the drawbacks?

Posted 04/11/09

i met two of my girlfriends at Aperitivo for dinner on Tuesday, and it was great.
first off we had white chocolate martinis!!!!... they were so good a must have
after a rough day at work. there happy hour is from 4-7 (half off apps & $2 off drinks)
basically it was a wonderful experience i will definitely
p.s. bartender J was a hotttiiee ;)

Posted 02/19/09

Charm abounds here, and good food and value. The waiter was accommodating and helpful and when he saw how much I hoped to have mussels (not on menu) he ran back to the kitchen to see what he could do about it and said they could make clams (also not on menu!). Lots of laughter at every table, like being in a small Italian village. Good food, very European style, though we haven't tried an entree yet. Complimentary champagne before we left! Get the chocolate mousse pyramid for dessert. We'll be back soon.

Posted 12/05/08

Had dinner here last night - small pizza and 2 appetizers. Pizza was delicious as was the bruschetta (2 versions) and the crispy calamari (great spicy avocado dipping sauce). Wine was good and reasonably priced. Staff was extremely friendly and courteous. WIll be sure to go back!

Pros: Pizza, Appetizers, Wine list, Atmosphere

Posted 11/20/08

The food is great! The service is great! The manager of the restaurant actually conversates with you while managing. They finally have their liquor lincense!!!!! The atmosphere is soothing and can be romantic. It has a nice vibe. Even if you aren't trying to be romantic.

Pros: Liquor and a nice marble bar

Cons: None that I can think of!

Posted 10/03/08

...don't they have their liquor license yet!
This place is gorgeous, it reminds me of Ristorante Diana in Bologna. The prices are right and the food is lick-your-plate-clean good...but no booze!
I don't mind the free hooch, a not so bad red and a sweetish white, but the last time I went I took advantage of the BYOB and bought a 5th of Belvedere for martinis and a nice 2000 vintage Barolo (about 150 in the wine store - figure 300 in a restaurant). We ordered the charcuterie that they slice fresh on this huge vintage slicer right at the marble topped bar. Sweet Prosciuto di Parma, Prosciutto Cotto - which you don't see stateside often, Mortadella - which HAS TO be cut fresh and sopresada. They give you toasted crostini bread, but I asked for fresh bread. The Codfish cakes are to die for and potato croquets are a well executed standard.
Entree's - the beet gnocchi's are a fun turn on potato gnochhi's and the cream sauce is fantastic. The Penne Arabiata is full of sliced garlic and spice, the way I've had it in Rome. My other friend had the Canalone - HUGE! we took one home. We skipped dessert, but espressos and capucinos were done the right way. Crema on the short espresso's and a nice dry head on the cappuccino.
They are doing it right, I just wished they had their license..... come on guys!

Pros: Authentic down to the decor, Fun staff, Good Food, Cutting Board

Cons: No Booze yet

Posted 08/17/08