Maria Restaurant

Friendly and attentive service. They don’t have a kids menu but kindly accommodated my daughter with an off menu request. I had the spinach gnocchi with Gorgonzola cream which was divine! My husband had the pork chop parmigiana which he also loved. We both had the margarita from the cocktail menu, 5 stars! Overall, a great spot with an intimate setting perfect for families, date night, or a casual outing with friends. I would definitely go back.

I can see why everyone loves Maria in New Rochelle so much. We had the most delicious meal last night and because we were eight people, we were able to try many things. I’ll be dreaming about the eggplant fries, yellowfin tuna, beans under my octopus and farro under the fish… until I get there again and I also look forward to trying more dishes that you guys recommended. More info under photos. Also… I think they own Pop’s Espresso that is recommended here al the time. Can’t wait to try one day as well. New Rochelle has been on fire in the food sector for many years and it seems to be getting better and better. 🥂 From Westchester Foodies on FB & IG

Came here to have dinner with a friend. Cute, cozy spot right in New Rochelle. For starters we had the salmon tartare, first time trying it. It was tasty, not what I would normally go for, but I gave it a try. The texture was too mushy for my liking, but not bad as far as everything else goes. For dinner I had the wild mushroom ravioli. It was delightful. Each bite was exquisite, tasty, earthy, creamy, melt in your mouth wonderfulness. Wishing the portion was bigger. My friend had the pappardelle 6hr lamb ragú. I tried a few bites and it was delicious as well. We didn’t stay for dessert but next time we will give it a try.

I went for dinner at Maria’s on a Monday after a doctor appointment. I arrived about 5pm. This is a neighborhood gem. I will say I wish the Monday menu was a bit more extensive like the menu online but nonetheless what I selected for appetizers and a meal was good. For appetizers we had the grilled baby lamb chops, the cauliflower fritters and meatballs. The chops and cauliflower were so good we ordered a 2nd round. The meatballs were not to my liking. I wasn’t a fan of the texture but the sauce was good. I wanted to try the pork ribs but they didn’t have them. For our meal we shared the black linguini. That was very tasty and the shrimp was big and so fresh. It could have had more garlic and some Parmesan cheese but it is a very good dish. I opted for a cosmo as my drink. I don’t like sweet drinks so they made my drink perfect for me. The service was very friendly and attentive. This restaurant is intimate setting perfect for family , dinner date or just dining with friends.

Wonderful service, celebrated my daughters birthday. Joan the waiter was very attentive, the food in the prefix menu for a party was delicious and great portions.

Want to Impress Your Taste Buds... Head to Maria’s! Maria’s is, without a doubt, one of the best restaurants in Westchester. With Chef Gio at the helm, creativity and flavor go hand in hand. His consistent excellence has rightfully earned him numerous awards and he shows signs GETTING EVEN BETTER! This is where chefs go when they dine out. Some of our favorites...grilled octopus, gnocchi with oxtail ragù, and his ever-evolving curry dishes bursting with bold, refined flavors. The wine list is a journey in itself. Gio offers one of the most thoughtfully curated selections around. He’s incredibly knowledgeable without a hint of pretentiousness. He is happy to discuss his wine game and have you taste some incredible wine. Maria's team is on point masters in the hospitality industry were everyone is welcome and you feel at home.

Maria Restaurant, located at 11 Huguenot St. in New Rochelle, offers a blend of traditional Italian-American dishes and contemporary culinary approaches. The interior features midnight-blue leather banquettes, chandeliers, and exposed brick, creating a rustic yet sleek ambiance. Diners have praised dishes like Mom’s meatballs, served with marinara, grated cheese, ricotta, and grilled baguette, as well as the Italian sausage and chopped broccoli rabe sandwich with melted gouda and parmesan. The restaurant has received positive feedback for its eclectic mix of Italian and Eastern European food, offering an interesting spin on traditional fare. The atmosphere is described as comfortable, casual, and chic, with standout dishes like fried burrata with pistachios and charred tomatoes, and blue crab cakes. Maria Restaurant is open Monday through Saturday, with varying closing times throughout the week, and is closed on Sundays.

We moved to New Rochelle last year and this has become one of our favorite places in the area. Starting with the atmosphere and decor, the restaurant is warm and inviting, great music and lighting. The service is always excellent whether seated at a table or the bar. The cocktails are delicious and on point. And the food is just incredible. Traditional Italian dishes with modern twists and flavors that are incredibly complimentary. If you are lucky maybe you will get to meet the charming owner Giovanni whose experience in the hospitality and restaurant business is evidenced by this gem of a restaurant.

For pre-mother's day dinner, I snagged a last minute reservation for a party of three. I guess it's a good thing Maria's isn't open on Sundays because we avoided waiting with the Mother's Day dinner crowd. My party was originally going to walk in but after calling the restaurant, the hostess wasn't able to give us an estimated wait time. Thankfully some reservations opened up on Resy so we didn't have to deal with the walk in headache. When we arrived, the hostess was on her phone, looked at me, and went back to her phone and finally addressed me when she was done. Very unprofessional. When our server led us to our table and we were seated, the experience took a turn for the better. Our server was very personable and gave us some menu recommendations. She checked in from time to time and didn't make us feel rushed to order. The best items were the baby lamb chops, truffled green beans (complimentary), and mushroom ravioli. The lamb chops were super tender and well seasoned even with the spicy sauce on the side. The green beans were served cold but it worked because the green beans had a nice crunch with a splash of truffle oil. The mushroom ravioli was a balanced and creamy concoction that was mushroom forward in a tasty way. The rest of the dishes were well executed but not standouts. The only thing I was disappointed with was my potato gnocchi with braised short rib. The gnocchi was overcooked and the sauce, protein, pasta ratio was off. The ambiance is old school lounge with indigo sofas and mini chandeliers that are primarily for aesthetic rather than lighting. It also gives me a fancy medieval castle with splashes of modern color depending where you're sitting. Outside of the unprofessional hostess, our dining experience was great. There aren't a lot of "fancy" restaurants to choose from in New Rochelle and it was nice that our party of three were able to get in last minute. Just a tip for those ordering Tiramisu: order one and share it.

I came here with my friend and daughter for lunch during restaurant week. We've driven past this restaurant many times and I always wanted to see what they were about. We made reservations and when we arrived, they were quite empty. We sat at a nice banquet table and the bartender doubled as the server. He was very nice. I want to say that his name was Eric but I can't remember. The decor of the restaurant is nice. I love their blue banquet seating, the exposed ceilings and light fixtures. It's a cool set up. We ordered many things off the menu, including their baked clams, which are phenomenal. We also had some seared tuna and salmon tartare, which were both very good. For our entrées, I opted for their New Zealand lamb chops and my gf ordered their whole Cornish hen. My kiddo had some spaghetti with sauce from the kid's menu. We had a poached pear with Nutella marscapone, and an affogato with vanilla bean gelato. Everything was very good. I ended up visiting again with hubby and we had an equally good time.

Maria is a small, low-lit restaurant with an intimate feel. We were greeted warmly and immediately and sat in a cozy little corner near the window. We started with the mom's meatballs, made with whipped ricotta toast and pomodoro. They were cooked well and the sauce was pretty good. I thought they could use a little more seasoning, but my husband said he thought the seasoning was appropriate. We also had the bang bang Brussels sprouts, made with fermented garlic honey, chili, pistachios, and a sesame pumpkin puree. Sprouts were crispy and smoky and had some gentle heat from a roasted Serrano pepper included. They are apparently known for their roasted oysters and baked clams, but that's not our thing. Their selection also included crispy artichokes, cauliflower fritters, blistered peppers, and burrata and beets. They have several high end Italian entrees. I had the wild mushroom ravioli, made with rosemary cream, asiago, and rocket (arugula). I didn't pick up on the rosemary much, but the dish was woody and pleasant. My husband had the spinach gnocchi in the bolognese sauce (you can also choose Gorgonzola cream). I thought his dish was super savory and flavorful. I liked mine, but I think I liked his better. Other pasta selections: black linguine, rigatoni, lasagna. There is a delicious looking gnocchi served with braised short rib rage and marsala parmigiano that I would like to try next time. The Pics cache e Pepe looks awesome too: smoked pecorino cream, telicherry pepper, and scallions (on second thought, maybe I'll try that next time). There is an expansive pasta menu, as well as a veggie menu, serving things like charred carrots, crushed potatoes with rosemary and parmesan, and salads. Mains include cod, Cornish hen, pork chops, salmon, octopus, lamb shank, and multiple cuts of steak. You can also choose various types of parm. They have a short, sweet, yet sophisticated desert menu including tarts and cannolis. My husband had the tiramisu, which was classic. Cool, moist, and coffee flavored. I had the pistachio tartufo, which is pistachio ice cream or gelato served inside a chocolate shell. When combined with the strawberries served on the side, it was such a refreshing, satisfying way to end a meal. I had a couple of glasses of wine. They have a few basic cocktails, but wine is the way to go here. Nothing fancy, but nice accompaniments to the food. Service was absolutely wonderful. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. He made helpful suggestions. And the rest of the staff checked in on us, made sure our waters were filled, and kept our table clean. Definitely coming back again, for both the food and the service.

Food was excellent. Service and ambiance was as expected. I often forget about this hidden jewel that's had a few Michelin ratings. Probably a top 10 in Westchester County.

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Good spot for a quick meal. Food is good and service is great. Not a bad spot. 8.5/10

Despite having reservation we had to wait more than 1 hour for our table. Also our server was rude to us, and over all the service was very poor. Food was decent enough but you can get the same quality or even better food in the area with a much affordable price

Maria's Restaurant is ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC!!!! No matter what you order, it is an amazing culinary experience! Chef Gio is beyond talented and everything he creates is exceptional and done with love! His hospitality compares to none!! The resaurant itself is beautiful!! The wait staff is very attentive! You will not be dissappointed!

Good experience. Ambience nice, low-lit but you can see what you're doing. Little touches like real candles, good quality furniture and flatware, etc., shouldn't go unnoticed. Quick and accommodating waitstaff and front-of-house. Menu was varied, anywhere from classic red sauce to more uncommon flavors. I actually wish I had tried something more unique, but the pork chop parmigiana was excellent. My partner's pasta dish was also excellent. Well done on the desserts, a tiramisu and tartufo. And, something that is often tragically overlooked at even excellent restaurants, but not at Maria: good coffee! Nice touch. Dinner for two, dessert, a beer, a coffee, and a soda was $120, so ... a bit heavy, but the experience was excellent. Will be back when I can.

We made a reservation a little before an hour before we arrived (it was my girlfriend's birthday and they were able to accommodate us quickly, we were received by a very nice guy named Joan who sat us within 5 minutes although they were a bit busy. Surprisingly he was our waiter haha, he was very attentive and super cool, we had the meatballs and salmon tartare which I actually ended up switching for tuna and he made it happen! The spinach gnocchis were delicious together with the spanish octopus and the Rigatoni in White Veal Bolognese, the atmosphere is super chill it our first time at the places I could say that my experience was amazing! Thank you Joan you were great brother.

Amazing place! Thank you to a friend I found out about this place. The staff is very helpful and welcoming. The service was fast and the food simply delicious. It can get a little crowded and people a bit loud, but believe me, you won't care, the food is delicious.

2 stars for service, 1.5 stars for food. Grilled Octopus was tender and delicate - would def order again. Skip the "Moroccan" Braised Lamb Shank - a little insulting to be so bland, had to exchange for a trusty sausage and broccoli rabe sandwich.

This place is amazing. The food is delicious and fresh. The service is impeccable. It has a cozy yet intimate atmosphere. Will definitely be coming here more often!

super mid. table service not the best and do not honor reservation times. eric the bartender is the only saving grace at this place. the gnocchi was very tender, the clams were good. artichoke appetizer completely under seasoned, meatballs just okay, tartare meh not sure how this place got in the michelin guide tbh

This is an excellent place, but we found it to be overhyped and overpriced. The food is very good, but I'm not sure how it got mentioned in Michelin three years in a row. It didn't seem that amazing. I had the spaghetti carbonara, and while it was good, I've had carbonara that was just as good, if not better, at more "average" places. We also had the pork chop and the fettuccine with lamb ragu. Again, they were very good, but not astonishingly so. The service was fine, but I'm not sure how this place qualifies as fine dining. The servers were wearing sweaters and t-shirts. Way too casual! The ambiance is interesting. The screen over the bar flashes very random images, a lot of which have nothing to do with Italy. Pick a theme, please.

This place is the best italian spot i've been to in this part of town. I highly recommend it brings be back to my travels in italy. the pasta was cooked perfectly and the seasoning was if grandma made it in her kitchen with love. i will always come back here whenever i can and absolutely loved all the dishes especially the gnocchi ! worth the trip if you're not from the area. Maria restaurant is a gem and the service was phenomenal. it is perfect for date night or a family outing. thanks for hosting us! 10/10 A+

Meatballs, shisito peppers are my favorite things from Maria's. Food is good but overpriced. Like absolutely ridiculous prices.

Awesome! An eclectic mix of Italian and East European food. An interesting spin on traditional fare. Highly recommend.

I had my doubts about this place because I saw the name of the cocktail on the menu on the website, which had a political component. It mattered to me, but we still decided to go to this restaurant. And now for the food, we really enjoyed it, rarely is there octopus well done and crispy. Ravioli with mushrooms had a good rich flavor and the salmon tartare was very fresh and tasty as well. In general, I definitely recommend this place.

The two stars I'm giving are for the nice waitress, the lamb chops and the Yukon potatoes. We went during restaurant week and I found the food pretty average. I ordered the eggplant Milanese and it was inedible as it was undercooked. What really sent me over the edge was that my husband was charged THIRTY dollars for a Manhattan (28 dollars and a 2 dollar "up" fee) whaaaaat? I just can't. Will never return. Zero stars for that - do not recommend.

Not your grandmother's trattoria. A new spin on traditional Italian food. Quality ingredients inventively spiced and sauced. Digital wine list can be a bit daunting - but tremendous detailing. This place is deservedly busy. Go for the meal - not a white tablecloth experience.

Love this local Italian bistro. Such a varied menu you've got so many options. Start with the small ( it's perfect for two) salad and the meatballs are a must. Chicken parmigiana is the size of the plate, and with pasta only Sasquatch could possibly clean the plate. Service is professional and friendly. If you have room for dessert stick to the cheesecake. Enjoy!

4 stars is generous, I think 3.5 would be accurate. To me this place is nothing special. The menu is printed on cheap computer paper and is not well designed, it's pretty basic. They have an iPad with photos and drinks but it's pretty much what you'd expect. They serve the food ok plastic plates which confused me for a Michelin bib gourmand restaurant. They make the pasta from scratch. The interior is fine. Service was fine, pretty standard and nothing notable. Overall a pretty standard Italian restaurant experience. Nothing to seek out here.

We ordered the seared tuna appetizer, the lamb shank, the veal minute steak and the hand cut fettuccine with lamb ragu. Food portions are not huge but they are delicious. We included a marinated anchovies and that is excellent. Toasted almond parfait, affogato, strawberry dannolo and pistachio ice cream dessert. The desserts are good but the best is the affogato espresso ice cream.

Never mean to talk bad about a business but the fettuccini was overcooked and fell apart. Some of the lamb was overcooked. Small portion. Meatballs overcooked. I'm Italian and this is not how either dish is supposed to be. Don't know how they have a Michelin rating. Also overpriced. The menu online isn't up to date with the dishes or prices; always bothers me when businesses don't update. I remember it wasn't great last time either. Hopefully the kitchen pays a little bit more attention. Also music was soo loud. We're moving so this was our last chance to eat here *shrug emoji*

We dined at Maria restaurant last night. The food was outstanding, the staff was friendly and kind, and the restaurant was beautiful. We had a great experience and even the bartender said good-bye to us as we were leaving. The only mishap is the customer complaining very loudly that he reserved the window seat and was very unhappy that someone else was sitting there. He caused a commotion and acted like a complete idiot. We will be dining at Maria again soon ... and maybe we will try to get the window seat!

It was just ok definitely not Michelin The crispy artichokes more like soggy artichokes not fresh disappointed I should've said something but didn't just won't go back there's hundreds of better restaurants

I had an amazing meal the other day. I started off with the meatballs, which were tender and very tasty. I ordered the Octopus and found the flavors incredible, the meat tender and perfectly prepared along with the tasty bean salad. I finished with the lava cake which was delicious. Top notch service was the icing on the cake for my visit and I look forward to returning!

Amazing experience. My bartender Loris was so kind and friendly. Very accommodating. Made me feel welcome immediately. Excellent service. Had the meatballs, Prime Rib, and got pasta to go. Everything delicious. Cabernet delightful. Will be back.

Poor service, wine glass with lipstick on it, telling us that we need to put entrees order in with appetizers because they don't have enough menus and needed the menus for other tables(just say you need to take the whole order at once), interrupting one of the people at our table who was speaking. Some liked the food, some thought it was ok. How this is Michelin rated I don't know.

Foods okay and portions were great. Came in on Friday evening without a reservation. I called first and they told me I had to leave by 7:30 since they need the table back. I got there at 6 and put my full order in and told them just send everything out asap since I know they needed the table back. Two apps burrata and tuna tartare with two pastas. My issue is that the hostess didn't need to notify me multiple times that she's needed the table back by 7:30. The waitress also initially also had to remind me but she and I understood we're both in hospitality industry so I got the message. I got the point when I called and made the reservation had to leave by 7:30pm. The person picking up the phone and hostess attitude ruined the experience for my wife and I. We finished everything and paid the check by 6:50pm. For a place where someone can spend 100 just on food for two without drinks and fell so much pressure to have to leave quickly I won't bother returning. Plenty of other restaurants that will give better first impressions on the phone and door. Could've just politely with a smile told us to leave by 7:30 instead of giving a smug attitude like I should be grateful to even get a seat at the establishment. Fully an elitist place. Not recommended.

Came for dinner with a friend. Food was delicious and the ambiance was lovely! Our waiter took a little longer at times to return to the table but other than that, highly recommend.

My best friends neighbor is a regular here and she told us how incredible the food is so we decided to give it a whirl and we are so happy that we did ! Cute little restaurant with dim lighting , very romantic for date night , we chose the corner table that's all alone to the right of the entrance , I think this table is absolutely perfect if you're on a date ! I wasn't but who cares lmao Our waitress Halima was the bomb ! She really made the whole experience, I ordered everything she recommended and could barely walk out I was so full but hey it's 2020 YOLO For appetizers we ordered the baked clams , my daughter never eats baked clams but we were fighting over these , the bread is incredible , they serve it with warm olive oil . For entrees I had the lamb shank , Mediterranean flavors , meat falls off the bone , highly recommended My daughter had the shrimp francese , it's served with the shrimp Francese in one plate and pasta in another which I liked , this was also very good , incredible clean flavors . Desserts we had the famous dannoli , a donut cut in half filled with cannoli cream and you have the option of adding Nutella and you know we did lol Also the classic manhattan tartufo which was really good as well . Nice cocktail list, excellent wine list. Can't wait to return and thank you again Halima , we love you girl !

Love this restaurant. The food is great, and the dannolis are AMAZING. (CANNOLI and donut). The menu always has a lot of seasonal items. Never have any complaints when eating here.

Food is delicious! Cocktails are good! Service absolutely wonderful. A Warm and inviting space. Celebrate many occasions here and I am Never disappointed!

Was here the last week of December with a large group. Even though it was very crowded, we received wonderful care and attention. The owner and staff are so nice. The food is amazing! Not your basic Italian, very different. Upscale, classy place. Got four different amazing appetizers, and everyone loved their entrees, from fish to pasta to pork chop. Can't wait to go back.

I very much enjoyed the quality of the food at this restaurant. But on my last visit I was put off by what felt like taking advantage. My wife and I shared our appetizer and main course, and given that the main course was a $28 scallops dish, which the waitress explained came with 3 scallops, she asked if we would like 1 more scallop to even things out for sharing. I agreed, but was shocked to find the extra charge of $10.00 on the bill --- for 1 scallop!! I mean, I know prices have gone up, but this seemed to be overdoing it a bit. It's a shame because I enjoy eating there. But this sort of thing turns me off and I wouldn't return just for the principle.

In my opinion, this is the best restaurant in Westchester! The food, the staff, the drinks and the vibe of the place is perfect. The food is outstanding and they change up the menu from time to time so you can always have something different. Had a chance to meet the owner this past Saturday night who was incredible as well!

One of the best restaurants in New Rochelle, hands down. From the management and service to the food, you cannot go wrong with Maria. A small restaurant never had such a big impact on a city. Recently, I organized a baby shower lunch with Maria. First the owner, was willing to work with us and was so accommodating. It was pleasure working with Gio. Next, the actual event went so well. Every one of my attendees raved about the quality and taste of each dish that was selected. On top of that, the worst complaint my attendees had was that they had too much food to eat and were stuffed and still took home food. I mean you cannot be mad at that. I would absolutely eat at Maria again. From the brussel sprouts and truffle green beans to the ribs and oxtail gnocchi, you cannot go wrong with Maria.

Came here for HVRW and I am so pleased with this establishment. We came with the nephew in tow because we were baby sitting and the server Cat helped us out a little improvising on an entree for our little date. Gourmet Michelin meals have no tougher critic than a 5 year old who picked off our plates as well as his own. The ribs were phenomenal and the Gnocci Oxtail Ragu was superb. The flavor is definitely something to write you good folks of the Yelp community about! My game hen was so moist and savory. But that poached pear dessert was everything! I mean like I'd drive over the bridge in the snow for this - type of good. The service was terrific and the food is so good we already made plans to come back... adults only though!

I can't say enough positive things about Maria Restaurant. My mom passed away unexpectedly in June and I needed a place that could host lunch for about 60 people after the funeral. Giovanni and his staff were able to accommodate my family and our guests with no issues. We took over the entire inside and outside of the restaurant, and the staff was so helpful when more guests than expected showed up. They made the worst time in my life a lot more bearable. The service was amazing and we were all treated kindly and with respect. I've always been a fan of Maria's, but that day the food was exceptional. We had the crispy artichokes, eggplant fries, shishito peppers, Maria's big salad, sesame tuna, penne vodka, and chicken parm. There might have been another dish or two, but everything was delicious. All of our guests were raving about the food. Wanted to give a special shout out to Anthony as well, who treated my siblings, friends, and me very well. Your gimlets are awesome! Thank you so much again Maria Restaurant for the service you provided to me, my family, and my friends. 5 stars all around, I highly recommend!

We got a seat at an outdoor table, and were given menus. A server (female) asked what type of water we wanted. I said, "tap is fine." She went inside conceivably to get the water. 5 minutes passed. Then 10, and after that 20. We sat with our menus and no water. Finally 25 minutes later we got up and left. We drove past the restaurant 10 minutes after that, and our menus were just where we left them. I get that stuff happens in a restaurant, but come on.

Saturday night date night. First impression - trendy tasteful decor. Nice bar area but loud- transfers over to dining area. Anyway apps were ok - baked clams were touted on the menu that they are made with pork fat- well that sounds better than it tastes IMO. The pork fat flavor just overwhelms the clams. Eggplant fries were well intentioned but just literally overloaded with Parmesan cheese - like A LOT of cheese. Again it overwhelmed the crispy eggplant. My Date had the "hand cut" fettuccine which were extremely over cooked - they were breaking apart as she forked them. Not a cheap place either - no affordable wines on their list - bottles start at 60. It was worth a try probably won't be back.

Love their thoughtful and subtle flavor parings! I'm always delighted after and evening here!

Keep coming back to this restaurant knowing that Larchmont, Mamaroneck, New Rochelle, Harrison have many fine Italian restaurants. This is a super place. Giovanni is a talented chef. The wait staff is attentive and the setting sublime.

I've been here twice with my family: potentially the best restaurants I've been to for the price. The recipes are good, the atmosphere is good. What makes it great is that this chef is getting and using the best fish and meat. Last time I got the scallops and risotto because I was confident that Gianni had sourced good seafood. Note: My grandmother took my wife and I here a few years ago. She's a bit prone to hyperbole, so when she said that they had the best pork chop I would ever have in my life we kind of rolled our eyes. But dammit it was the best pork chop I've ever had. Sorry grandma, you were right.

Food was excellent, portion small for price , wine selection nice and ambiance is very comfortable. The Bar service for single person works well and staff very welcoming

Pretty standard food , nothing special . Given it's a Michelin star restaurant I was disappointed as it's no better than anywhere else. Nice staff and service was quite good. Ambiance was pleasant

Had this place bookmarked for a while. Tried to come on a Saturday night but the place was packed and no parking anywhere. So decided a few weeks later on a Saturday afternoon at 4pm. The place was totally empty but we took a window seat. I knew what I wanted to try already: the charred octopus and the oxtail gnocchi so I got that with a glass of sauvignon blanc. My date got clams and shrimp apps. The presentation of the octopus was great...unfortunately it wasn't the best charred octopus I've had but nonetheless pretty good. The clams were pretty good, the garlic lemon sauce was great to dip the bread in. On to the oxtail gnocchi which I was really pumped about. Big filling portion but unfortunately really salty and most of the oxtail bits were mostly fat. The gnocchi itself was good...but unfortunately it wasn't as good as I thought it would be. Food aside the service was good and the venue is nice. Maybe since I same really early into the dinner shift the quality wasn't great...I had high hopes I don't think I will be back but many of my friends still want to try it so hopefully they have a better experience.