Modena

Modena reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Anil

   San Francisco1 review

   3.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   The food was good, location and atmosphere was good, but our server did not do anything to celebrate my girlfriends birthday when I stated that while making my reservation. We could see and hear another table getting a special service for someones birthday, but when we asked our server he said they do not do that at Modena.
   

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   Caridad VIP

   Miami85 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

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

   Spectacular food appetizers octopus and beets burrata were outstanding. Then ordered the duck and pork chop which was very generous portion. Ending with the TORTA SETTEVELI delicious.
   

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   A

   New York City1 review

   4.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

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

   The restaurant did a bait and switch, advertising a $70-75 Mother’s Day prix fixe, which I reserved a few weeks in advanced. When we got there, there was only a la carte, and they explained they might have changed the menu. It is unacceptable for a high end restaurant to change the menu from prix fixe to a la carte, surprising customers who reserved the prix fixe. I was also surprised by the old and unmaintained decor. The table at which we sat needs to be replaced or repainted as it is peeling and scratched up—and one of the toilet stalls had no lighting and was too dark to use. However, the food was very good and we enjoyed the steak, the frittata, and the lobster pasta. Overall, I’m not sure I would bring my family here again given the price and the unsatisfying management.
   

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   Philip VIP

   New York City16 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

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

   We enjoyed our quiet dinner for two. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu, and her recommendations were spot on. The homemade pasta was delicious, and there were excellent wine choices.
   

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   Joe VIP

   Washington DC318 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

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

   First time visit. Great Italian food, wine list to compliment any budget. Fried artichoke appetizer was sensational! I had the pasta with ground lamb and she, risotto with truffles...both sensational. Service was A+.
   

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   Debra VIP

   Raleigh6 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on May 3, 2025

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

   Disappointed in the food. My brodeto was overcooked, including the pasta. The seafood cannelloni had an unusual flavor. The service started well but went downhill. Would not go again.
   

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   Jane VIP

   Washington DC31 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 30, 2025

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

   It was my birthday and I received lots of special recognition and great cocktails, artichoke appetizer and duck entree. Perfect evening for 4 of us; great vibes.
   

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   Elizabeth

   New York City19 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 7, 2025

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

   Had an absolutely wonderful time for dinner and drinks. Services was impeccable and food was delicious!
   

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   Gianluca VIP

   Houston18 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 4, 2025

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

   We sat on patio which was nice given weather. Food had some nice plates but some were not as good. Order a cheese plate that didn’t come with any bread or crackers. Spaghetti vongole had some larger pieces that were not sure what they were but not what I expected. Octopus was good.
   

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    Stuart

    Kansas City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 31, 2025

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

    Great food & atmosphere. Our waitress was wonderful. The sound in the restaurant has bad acoustics so it was difficult to hear the waitress at times. We had Rigatoni, Sea Bass & Seafood cannelloni. They have a diverse wine list & yummy cocktail menu. Try the Cafe Modena cocktail. I highly recommend indulging yourself.
    

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