This evening, my work team and I enjoyed the most amazing dinner at Farina restaurant. Our server was so attentive and made sure, from beginning to end, that we had everything we needed and wanted. She definitely went above and beyond for us! Our appetizers and main courses were delicious, hot, and served quickly and perfectly to a group of 10 - the servers who delivered our main course never asked who ordered what - what we ordered was placed in front of us and everything was perfectly cooked. Dessert and cocktails were also totally on point. If there were 6 stars to give in a 5-star review, I'd give it to this restaurant! I regret that I don't remember our server's name so that I could give her a real shout-out but hopefully she will see this and remember the group of 10 that she served wearing navy blue work scrubs early this evening. Thank you for the most wonderful Italian dinner!!!
Good. May try something different next time. Wish carbonara had less sauce and more cracked pepper. Meat could be chopped smaller with a smaller portion, and cooked longer with salt.In the other dish, the gluten free pasta not cooked long enough but the chicken in the chicken parm was quite nice.I’ve heard the pizza is the best around so I’ll be back to try.
Beautiful location, attentive staff, and excellent food. First time visit and tried a little of everything. Meatball appetizer was extremely good with a marinara that highlights the meatball. Pizza was good from the wood fired oven. Entrees were well made and carefully presented. Staff made the experience. Price is on the expensive side but worth it for what you get. Will return again.
This is the WORST establishment in the city of RALEIGH. I ordered food a week ago and left a message within a day of the worst food poisoning of my life. I called a week later as no one returned my call! They said they had no record of a message (mind you this place of business had to set up a second line due to answering service). WILL said that I had no proof because no one else had reported it there was nothing he could do. I spent the next day in the ER. SPEND YOUR MONEY SOMEWHERE ELSE. AND their food isn’t that great to begin with. You want PROOF??? Check my phone records, how about our credit card payment and my ER BILL!!!
It is quite apparent that this restaurant has quite a following. Unfortunately, if you want to make reservations, there are some odd stipulations which I found makes planning ahead to dine here much less appealing.One thing you can count on is great customer service, the front of the house, however, seems to be slightly behind in that area. The wine menu won't disappoint, and neither will the GRILLED CIABATTA BRUSCHETTA, the drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette really makes it standout above the rest.The BRAISED SHORT RIBS is an entree I would highly recommend, well prepared short ribs blend perfectly with the Gnocchi, although I am quite sure this Gnocchi smothered in the creamy Gorgonzola sauce would be great on its own.Great food and great company, and a ridiculous reservation policy, definitely worth a try.Cheers!
It is quite apparent that this restaurant has quite a following. Unfortunately, if you want to make reservations, there are some odd stipulations which I found makes planning ahead to dine here much less appealing. One thing you can count on is great customer service, the front of the house, however, seems to be slightly behind in that area. The wine menu won't disappoint, and neither will the GRILLED CIABATTA BRUSCHETTA, the drizzle of balsamic vinaigrette really makes it standout above the rest. The BRAISED SHORT RIBS is an entree I would highly recommend, well prepared short ribs blend perfectly with the Gnocchi, although I am quite sure this Gnocchi smothered in the creamy gorgonzola sauce would be great on its own. Great food and great company, and a ridiculous reservation policy, definitely worth a try. Cheers!
Grilled Octopus is the best I’ve had so far in Raleigh. Not the best I’ve had, but good for the area. The seafood pasta is about 2-3 portions for me so it was definitely worth it! Eat take out quickly though. Seafood doesn’t last long. Mussels & scallops were divine. Shrimp was good. Lobster was a bit over cooked but I could have cared less since everything else in the pasta was great. Sauce paired well. Didn’t care for the gelato- coming from someone who loves it. Pasta tasted handmade instead of boxed like many restaurants unfortunately use. Made for a wonderful Valentines Day and satisfied my Italian heart :)
The food was absolutely delicious! We had the creamed spinach dip, the roasted garlic lobster spaghetti, and the ricotta cheesecake. You can order the pastas as singles or platters (serves 2). The portions are very generous.
Blackberry Bramble! to die for food and 5 diamond atmosphere. Good friend good food great drinks!!
Food. Excellent. Bartender was a great host. Emily our waitress was fabulous with great personality. Couldn't have asked for a better night.