Immensely enjoyed the food and can't wait to go back. Very inconspicuous place, if you're not paying attention, you'll walk right by it. Even the entry is simply a staircase until you get upstairs. First impression, place is fairly small, but some of the seating is cramped. Your neighbors are so close, you'll feel like they're part of your party. Place will get loud when full. Don't expect a quiet dinner. But the food.. Amazing!!
Portions aren't only large enough to share, but you'll have plenty for a second or third meal. I'm hoping they won't have the Spaghetti and Crab next time on the menu so I can try something else, because I'll be tempted to get it again. Can't wait to make my next reservation.
Ssshhhh 🤫 don't let anyone know!?! Best kept semi-secret in RVA!!
Top five all-time best Italian 🇮🇹 meals yours' truly has ever experienced!! 😍 Very small, unpretentious, second story eatery with fabulous, fresh, luscious food 😋. The staff is on point in both efficiency and execution! Just a symphony of motion....🤯
We ordered Rockfish and Monkfish Fra Diavolo specials, both of which were cooked to perfection (as well as the Pasta) and the heat of the Fra Diavolo, perfectly spicy without killing taste buds 😏🥵😃. And the Veal Picata, 🙄 melt-n-your-mouth! Fried Squid 🦑 and Chopped Liver antipasti were heavenly 🌠 as was the fresh made, rustic bread with accompanying olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Can not wait to return for another round of Italian perfection!!! Make sure you have a reservation or get there before 5:00 and wait in line; well worth the effort!!!!! Take a night light or your phone to help see 👀 the wonderful plates🍝 (as well as the bill) 💸
Food was GREAT, portions were huge (like, really big, it seemed like people around us were sharing things). The only thing I could say it the seating arrangements are a little tight, but it’s also not a big space in there— it wouldn’t stop me from going back. We were a party of two on a Friday night and we didn’t have a reservation and we were able to get it, but I would recommend a reservation.
Reservations are highly recommended for bigger parties. We went as a walk in, party of 2 and were seated in about 50 minutes. This place is truly out of this world. It's super small inside, but the food is worth it all.
Great food!!! Restaurant is a little cramped as it is in a small location but overall worth the wait for some delicious food. Highly recommend calling at 3pm right when reservations open if you want to book one as they fill up fast.
Was quite possibly the best pasta I’ve had in Richmond in 25 years. Highly recommended.. as well as reservations. They opened at 5 and we got there 5:10 and there was two tables left.. I got the spaghetti with meat sauce and wife got the pasta carbonara
AMAZING food and great portions for the price. Everything we have tried has been delicious!!!
Only downsides are you need a reservation and there isn't much standing room to wait for your table. Even with a reservation we waited over 30 minutes for our table. -- food was absolutely worth the wait though! It isn't handicap accessible and need to go up a long flight of stairs. It is a tight fit and very loud, so not a good spot for chatting.
I think this place is amazing and such a wonderful local find! I would highly recommend it!!
Extremely delicious dishes, generous sizes, and great prices considering the aforementioned qualities. I loved this place because it was unpretentious and a wonderful experience. The ambiance was also lively, friendly, enjoyable. I ducked a star because service was slow and they were distracted all the time. I get that it was busy but they just didn’t click with the rest. Although, worth mentioning, we did get seated on a Friday night as walk ins. Still highly recommend going. We ordered the arugula salad, the mussels with white sauce, and squid napoletana. Also great selection of wines, we chose a bottle of 100% sangiovese, montepulciano from 2018 because why not? Price was fair for the quality.
Delicious group birthday dinner! Our party was large enough to require family style service - order any apps, but we had a max entree limit (for us, 4 max entrees), any of which could be multiplied to fit the needs of the group. So! For apps, we got the braised fennel (a must!!!!!), roasted peppers with fresh mozz, duck salad, and broccoli rabe. For entrees, we got the crab spaghetti (double order), eggplant parm (double order), rockfish special, and broccolini ricotta pasta. Tiramisu and cannoli for dessert. Everything was so delicious, we couldn't stop dancing in happiness! Thank you!
My boyfriend and I went here for our anniversary yesterday. It was amazing! The prices are really good for the portions you receive. We totally loved it and would definitely eat here again. The entrance was a little confusing at first, restaurant is on the second floor and the sign is small.
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A small restaurant that sits on the 2nd floor with an entrance that makes you think you’re walking out of a maintenance closet. Very unassuming. Don’t let it fool you though, as soon as you walk in it has a very cozy and classic feel.
Wife and I didn’t have to wait long to be seated and the servers were very attentive. I would highly recommend making reservations, the room was practically filled at 630pm on a Monday evening. I was able to make a reso after 3pm the same day.
Meal portions are super generous, expect to take to-go if ordering individually. Fried squid was deliciously seasoned and texture was on point.
The Sausage, Ricotta, Broccoli rabe w/ penne was good and flavorful, was only a little disappointed that it came out just luke warm. Staff was quick to fix and to my surprise brought out a freshly made plate.
Wife got the Mixed Seafood pasta. Big bowl of pasta in a light, fresh tomato sauce with a layer of mixed seafood on top. Seafood pasta done right!
Although the setting was intimate, it was a little bit too intimate with the tables for 2s sitting close together like a setting for 4. But I guess that’s the charm.
Overall, a definite must try! We hope to go again and try the many more options on the menu.
Fun place with a hip vibe. Very hard to get a table here. Small place but very good Italian food. Keep an eye on the bar a as most people seem to be sitting at the bar waiting for a table. We were able to grab a seat at the bar when it vacated and eat dinner at the bar. The place is a little bit noisy but it has a interesting vibe. Worth trying out when you’re in the area
An absolutely wonderful experience! From the street, just a hole in the wall, but inside us fantastic! The food was exceptionally good (halibut cheeks, carbonara)! The staff was knowledgeable and suggested a great wine pairing. An absolute must see!
Small place but very good sea food🦪 Fun place with a hip vibe. Very hard to get a table here. The place is a little bit noisy but it has a interesting vibe. Worth trying out when you’re in the area.
Great birthday dinner! Biggest hits were the skate wing and squid. Loved that you could get a plate of sautéed ramps.
Extremely busy hole in the wall restaurant. I was lucky to snag a bar spot. Monday is an especially busy night as many other restaurants are closed. I had the Seafood Pasta and it was perfect. Overflowing with delicious clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari, and fish. The broth was a rich seafood explosion, and the pasta was great as well. Not sure if they make it in-house, but either way no complaints. All in all a fantastic well rounded dish, and plenty of it. I'll be coming back next time I'm in Richmond which I hope is soon. Al was a true professional behind the bar, thanks Edo's.
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