Best Authentic Restaurants in Clintonville

A phenomenal dinner experience! The absolute best Italian

Marcella’s was great and our wonderful server made it so. We were celebrating my daughter choosing a wedding dress and this was the right choice. My daughter-in-law is gluten free and our server went the extra mile to guide her through the menu. She was also very knowledgeable about wine and so helpful with our choices. She helped make it a great evening!

Our experience at Buca di Beppo was outstanding from start to finish--from the fabulous neon sign outside, the very pleasant person who seated us and noted that we had a child with us, the walk to the table was so interesting because every nook and cranny was filled with something to look at. Our waitperson, Katie, was helpful, pleasant, attentive, and very professional. She explained the menu to us, took our drink orders, brought extra bread, informed us on the progress of our meal, cleared plates when we finished something, and refilled drinks in a very timely manner. The food was hot and delicious, the noise level was surprisingly low so that we could enjoy the people at the table.

We booked a reservation for six people on Christmas Eve. It was our first time dining at Nicola. The special Christmas Eve menu offered a wonderful range of options, and we all found several things to enjoy across the courses. Our server was spectacular - she was helpful, responsive, and kind. The food and drinks came out quickly and at the perfect temperature. Everything was delicious. I had spent a lot of time choosing a restaurant for Christmas Eve. I wanted to go somewhere that took this occasion seriously and would make it feel special for our family. Nicola surpassed my greatest expectations, and I felt like we were truly able to enjoy this dinner together in a restaurant that understood the meaning of the day. There was not a single flaw. We will definitely return!

Loved everything about our dinner at FYR. Great open fire kitchen with Argentina parrilla. Food was amazing, from starter to dessert. Favorites if the night was skirt steak and the side of grilled carrots. The gnocchi was also delicious. The place is big and spacious with a nice setting of tables around the room making the ambiance super nice for every occasion ( large or small parties). Want to go back to try lunch menu too.