Bastone

887 Howell Mill Rd NW, Atlanta - 30318
227 reviews
Pasta Shops Cocktail Bar
(404) 252-6699

Our first experience here was very mediocre but because the manager made it right we said we would try it again, so two months later here we are. We tried brunch this time, it took so incredibly long for anyone to come to our table, even after telling the host that no one has come. They have an all you can eat Italian brunch including meats, cheeses, focaccia, vegetables and sweet things. The idea is great, but they need to work on the execution. I had to ask for serving utensils several times, the bread tasted stale because it’s just sitting out and they didn’t remake certain things just brought a whole different item out. I will give it another few months and try it one more time, but the extremely slow and inattentive service at this price point needs a lot of work.

The food was fanstastic. The mozzarella board was delicious, the pasta was exquisite and the dessert very tasteful too. Our waiter was great, very attentive but there was a general lack of harmony in the service overall. We were served the pasta before being done with the appetizer. The table was tiny, there was no room. Same for dessert, it was served before my husband’s dish was taken away. One waiter left a table cloth for cleaning on the table next to us and he forgot to bring the candle for my husband’s birthday when I had mentioned it. Our table waiter quickly fixed up the mistake. My cocktail was quite tasteless (mezcal aperol number two) Don’t let service ruin a fantastic experience!

Matt was an awesome server. Knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. His service and the food made the evening! Like other reviewers mentioned, we also had a reservation but when we came in on time, they said we would have to wait 35 minutes or so for a table. Not sure why they aren’t getting that piece down. The restaurant is quite loud and tables quite close together, but it’s a good energy if you’re in the mood for it.

So glad I still had my concert earplugs in my purse. It was so loud everyone just screamed to talk, including the poor servers. It’s was comical how loud this place was on a Friday at 6:30pm. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve been to some loud dinners but this was another level. The food is absolutely incredible and our server was top notch, but my tip is to sit outside or go during a quieter hour. I’m sure it’s a much better experience!

Great vibe. The menu was extremely authentic but felt a bit limiting. Overall great experience.

Food was amazing. Definitely get the Mozarella Flight!

Matt is an incredible server!!! Food was incredible, a touch on the loud side. Overall, would come back. DEFINITELY, ask for Matt !

Had to wait a really long time even though we had a reservation

The experience was great! Our server Mark was amazing. The only negative thing is that I had to wait a bit over 20 minutes for my table even though I had reservations.

The mozzarella tasting is a must! The selection of pastas were also fantastic. The cocktails and desserts were not that impressive. The service was friendly, but they are still clearly working on timing and communication with the kitchen. I would certainly visit this location again though for charcuterie board!