We went there on a Sat night (11/5/2005) with no reservations and were seated in less than 5 minutes. the place IS cramped, the menu IS Italian, but isn't that what drives the hordes to the North... More

We went there on a Sat night (11/5/2005) with no reservations and were seated in less than 5 minutes. the place IS cramped, the menu IS Italian, but isn't that what drives the hordes to the North End? I picked the pork Chops with banana and date chutney. It was AMAZING. Overall our dining experience was good enough for me to go there again, if we ever plan to eat in the area. We weren't handed a dessert menu, and the waitress (helpful, btw) recited the dessert list :-) I had the creme brule (sp?). Loved it but for the fact that it was garnished with shredded coconut. Definitely worth more than one visit. I'll try a weekend brunch the next time. Pros: Good food, Ambience, Location in Newton Cons: A Bit too cozy
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tried this place, thinking of italian, but was mediterranean, good food. tried some chicken variety with mashed potatoes and salad. will try again this place even though I have no opinion. Got free... More

tried this place, thinking of italian, but was mediterranean, good food. tried some chicken variety with mashed potatoes and salad. will try again this place even though I have no opinion. Got free coke for my honesty :-) as it was not charged in the bill. Pros: newton center, lots of parking
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I've driven by this place a hundred times but never went. Tonight, a friend and I decided to give it a try. The caesar salad is lovely...crisp and garlicky. The calamari was tough, but well... More

I've driven by this place a hundred times but never went. Tonight, a friend and I decided to give it a try. The caesar salad is lovely...crisp and garlicky. The calamari was tough, but well seasoned. We had a seafood pasta that was okay, and that chef was able to alter the sauce for my companion who did not eat tomatoes. The service was terrible, and the noise level was over the top. Even for a Saturday night. When asked if the music could be turned down (we were seated directly under the speaker) the waitress said she would, but we still couldn't hear her when ordering the specials. It's nice, and certainly a decent find outside of Boston, but don't go for a romantic date! Pros: Good food, Close Parking Cons: Very small, seating cramped, very loud
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I went to school near appetito and was pleasantly surprised to find this place. I had always gone into the north end during the big dig and it was a nightmare. This place has good food, and... More

I went to school near appetito and was pleasantly surprised to find this place. I had always gone into the north end during the big dig and it was a nightmare. This place has good food, and surprisingly good brunch! I have never had a problem with the service. It is very cute inside as well Pros: good food, reasonable prices, parking
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The food was mediocre and the service was horrendous. The place was half empty so we thought that we would receive decent service. Much to our dismay the server completely ignored us the entire... More

The food was mediocre and the service was horrendous. The place was half empty so we thought that we would receive decent service. Much to our dismay the server completely ignored us the entire night to the extent that I had to actually go up to him and ask him for our check. I consider myself to be a patient person, especially since I myself was once a server, but this type of treatment is unacceptable. We were so upset by the whole experience that we will never go back again. Pros: parking nearby Cons: horrible service
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This is a great place to try if you are in or around Newton Center. The place has good food, service, and atmosphere. It is a good restaurant for a date, lunch, or even a group.

This is a great place to try if you are in or around Newton Center. The place has good food, service, and atmosphere. It is a good restaurant for a date, lunch, or even a group.
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I went there yesterday to celebrate an aniversary as I had a gift certificate. I was kind of cautious since I have been hearing very average reviews. We came at about 6pm and as luck would have it... More

I went there yesterday to celebrate an aniversary as I had a gift certificate. I was kind of cautious since I have been hearing very average reviews. We came at about 6pm and as luck would have it happened to be there on the first day they added and changed their menu. Appetizers: Mussells were good, but nothing out of the ordinary. My tuna sashimi was also very good, and very well presented with cocunut wasabi and shavings of sweet potato chips on top. Entrees: Pork was the most wonderful I've had and so was the duck roasted in honey/mango/cherry/raisin sause....WOW. Desserts: We tried three types of mouse and creme brulee. They were very very good. Unfortunatelly very hard to enjoy after such a large meal. Service: very good Pros: Awesome food, Great wine, Very creative Cons: Service a bit slow
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