Best Contemporary Italian Restaurants in Essex

As always… excellent food & service… great time… be back soon…

Food and drinks were great. It was a little loud with the piano and a couple of large groups but will definitely be back!

We had a great experience here---it started with a great server--Bean, who knew the menu inside and out, and could answer questions easily. She also had great suggestions. The food quality was perfect, and very generous portions too. It would be a great place to take non-vegans--you simply can't argue with the deliciousness of the food. The *only* thing is, it's sort of hard to find. It's near the ice rink at the inner harbor--in a sort of indoor-mall like thing. (We're from out-of-town, maybe locals will find it easier!)

Excellent, neighborhood Italian, very reminiscent of local ristorante in Rome or New York. Very good service, great vibe and decor, strong wine list—an enjoyable spot for dinner.

Our waiter Israel was excellent: very animated and very knowledgeable about the wine and food. He checked on us frequently but never was intrusive.