Parioli Italian Bistro

Can I give this place more than 5 stars? I know I'm not usually very critical of places. But, Parioli is on another level for their food. My wife lived in Italy for 18 months and we've both visited. This took her right back and was the real thing. Probably the best lasagna I've ever eaten, and it wasn't even what I ordered. Get something with red sauce!

The food is amazing! We shared a couple of the appetizers and they were so good! The Burrata and the Bruschetta. The mozzarella was so fresh in the Burrata and the Bruschetta was on amazing bread. The entrees were definitely up to par. The chicken parmigiana was exquisite as well as the lasagna. I don't think you could order a bad thing on the menu. A must if you're looking for great Italian food.

We walked up with a group of 7 and the staff accommodated our needs quickly. They set us up a space on the front patio, lit the fire heaters and ensured we were comfortable as we settled in. We had had a long day and were ready for a satisfying dinner- this was exactly what we were looking for! While they did not provide us with a children's menu, our kids requested Mac and cheese and spaghetti and they made it happen without hesitation. The food was incredible! The chef shared his love of Italian cuisine when he prepared our meals and it came through in the taste of the food. We enjoyed appetizers, large plates and desserts and nothing disappointed. The servers were attentive without being pushy or annoying. They were patient with our small children and they were happy to help with all of our requests. I will recommend this restaurant again and again! We may be heading back there in a few days to try some of the other menu items....

Better with age. We were regulars before we moved and we returned for a bit of nostalgia. It must be 8 years since we were there and Antonio, the owner, remembered us! My wife didn’t believe him until he asked if I still want my favorite, seafood pasta. Wow! The food was as good if not better than I remembered. Go! You will love the food.

I choose 3 star, I believe it has potential to recover from the pandemic. First impression the interior is not warm and cozy like the previous posts. There are no tables and is an empty shell. Greeted by a man dressed in street clothes and poor hygiene. Choose to sit outside and the floor was littered with cigarettes. We should have left at this point but I was still optimistic and hungry. Burrta was delicious and full of flavor. I would have liked to have bread served with it. Bruschetta was full of flavor, but the tomatoes weren't quite ripe. Entree's were the lasagna and bolegense. Lasagna come out piping hot and the bolegense was room temp. The waiter never returned to checked on us so I could send it back. After brining the check he mentioned he was overwhelmed with being the only waiter and bartender. I hope they can come back to be the place they once were.