Cozy, romantic setting for enjoying upscale Italian. The salad dressings are homemade, the wine flights are shareable, the food is excellent and the servers are very hospitable. We tried a pasta and a wood fire pizza and while both were delicious, the Parma pizza was the show stopper of our meal. I can confidently say, if you’re able to save any slices to take home, it’s just as good the next day cold.Make a reservation if you can. We did not make a res but we weren’t in a hurry and we enjoyed a nice leisurely top quality dinner.Backstory; we traveled from an hour away to go to our favorite Thai restaurant but it closed early. As such we were looking for something to eat when we stumbled onto this place. Don’t judge this book by it’s rustic exterior or you’ll miss out. While we didn’t take the long drive for Osteria 32 they saved our dinner date and we now have an Italian place in Muncie that I know we will visit again.
I would first like to start of by saying after reading the reviews here, was not sure what to expect as they were varied. Now the fact an Italian restaurant to have a menu such as Osteria 32 puts forth would imagine has some diners who may be used to chain restaurants or more traditional establishments at a disadvantage. But to me it was refreshing to see offerings not often found and not all red sauce based.The setting was enjoyable though nothing out of the ordinary but what was outstanding , the food. Service was great as well. We started with Taglieri as our appetizer. There was mention of portion size somewhere here in a review and honestly not sure what they were referring to as this appetizer was extremely well proportioned as you can see. And extremely tasty.My main course was Cotoletta A Orechchio, a perfectly presented pork cutlet with roasted vegetables and potatoes. Would recommend this dish.We also appreciated how our meal was served to us. There was no rush, no course in front of you as another arrives. They made you appreciate the dining experience old school fashion which we liked.Will certainly be back to try some of the menu items that also looked good and will definitely give their pizza an opportunity. To me there is certainly not any ? in Muncie worth talking about.
I so wish I could give this place a better review. We really need some quality locally owned fine dining restaurants in this city. However I have had issues with their pasta dishes. The pizza is good. But we have lots of good pizza in town. On my latest visit here I ordered Spaghetti Puttanesca with a Caesar salad. The salad was great. The bread was served with olive oil and roasted garlic. Delicious. The pasta dish however was drenched in oil. This dish definitely has olive oil in the sauce but my plate was a puddle of oil. And it had a slight bunt flavor. Just unnecessary. So while I like the place; good wine, good service. I am disappointed in the attention to dishes.
By far, the best restaurant in Muncie. The food was amazing. Very friendly and relaxing atmosphere. Gets you to an off the McGalliard location, which in itself is a huge plus. After working with a 5☆Italian chef for 3 years, I give high recommendations.
We had the Chicago style pizza and it was out of this world! Best pizza around hands down! We’ll be back soon! Highly recommended if you’re a pizza lover!
Nowhere on their Google description did it mention they don't allow anyone under 18 "because we are considered an open bar"...and here I thought the drinking age was 21....? Making the drive and then walking in (no signage indicating that children were not allowed) and being told we can't be served because we had a child with us was a little frustrating. I can't speak for the food but the area/outside of the building definitely didn't mesh with how their website (which we viewed later and found to state 21+ (still different from what the waitress told us)) described the place. Inside was much nicer but of course...since we were kindly asked to leave I can't speak for the food.
My review is biased--I must admit. In a town with little or no real culinary options, this place despite its issues remains excellent. I'll start with its setbacks--the atmosphere could be made even better with some small touches--get rid of the very uncomfortable chairs and get ones that make people stay even longer--which impacts their experience. The food delivery can be slow at times, not due to servers, but I think not enough kitchen help. Yet when delivered always hot and fresh--so if your looking for a quick meal--don't come here--LOL. What I, we, like--consistent excellent food that mimics Italian cuisine as if you were in Positano looking down at the beach on the Amalfi coast. The mushrooms served as a side dish are scrumptious. Our favorite has become the Salmon dish. Have tried several others and in every case the flavor was subtle yet intense--the balance only good restaurants can deliver. The servers are delightful, even though busy. I have been told their deep dish pizza is the best around. Bon apetit.
I give our experience here yesterday an A+We got seated promptly, our server was top notch. Our food was amazing.I got the salmon which was cooked to perfection! My son and husband both got the deep dish pizza. Not your true deep dish but the best tasting pizza I have ever tasted in Muncie. Huge kudos!!!!!
This place literally has the best pizza in Muncie. They have some of the best pizza I’ve ever had. I’ve eaten a lot of pizza and this has out done almost all of them. I highly recommend this restaurants pizza.
Met our book club here for dinner once again. The addition of yummy pizza has been a plus for their menu and a cost-effective option at this Italian restaurant. I had the squash ravioli, which was delightful. Skip adding chicken to the ravioli, though. The Cesar salad is lovely, and I couldn't pass up the espresso Gelato for a light, refreshing dessert. Ignore the odd location and put Osteria 32 on your dining list. It's worthy. Ben was a fabulous server!