Casa Calabria Restaurant & Lounge

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  I had dinner here a couple weeks ago and the food was okay.  I had the Butternut Squash Ravioli and the actual raviolis were great but I didn't care for the super sweet sauce.  (The menu did mention that it was topped with a drizzle of maple syrup - I would probably order this meal again, and just ask them to skip the drizzle.)  Three people at my table who were eating different dishes with marinara said the sauce was way too spicy, but everyone who ate the pizza raved about it.
  
  I would give this place another try, but not with a large group.  I thought the service was crazy slow and just overall really chaotic.  For example, we were there for an hour before anyone took any food orders.  Also, after the meal orders were taken no more drink orders or refills took place.  Although I suspect our servers weren't very experienced, they were super nice.  No one in my family complained about the service, and everyone from the area said that this place competes with just one other restaurant for Best Italian in Marquette, MI.

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  Posted on 05.18.13 Sara C.

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  Pleasantly surprised and considering the Yelp overall rating I recommend you visit and form your own opinion.  The garlic bread is the best I've ever had because the loaf tastes and smells so fresh and the garlic flavor is just the right amount.  Don't be alarmed by how much butter is used/soaked into it...just allow it to drain and then dig in but save room for your main course.  I was able to try the sirloin tips, fillet, pork fillet, lasagna and lobster ravioli.  I must admit I was impressed with how perfectly all the meats were cooked to the desired doneness *and* how tender all of them were.  Literally one could almost cut them without a knife.    In addition, I was expecting the lobster ravioli to be made with imitation meat and mostly cheese but was happy to see they were filled with true lump lobster and the dough tasted homemade.  The lasagna side was a great size for the value but I wasn't impressed with the overall flavor.  Overall nice value for the service and quality food!

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  Posted on 10.25.12 Levent T.

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  Went here during NMU Family Weekend. After hearing rave reviews from other families, we were expecting much better. The food was good, but not fantastic and certainly didn't live up to the hype. I did appreciate the option to get dinner portion, a la carte portion, or small a la carte portion. The garlic bread that people praise so highly is also good but not fantastic; a large piece of bread, very garlicky and cheesy, but a little greasy. Service was good but nothing special; perhaps it's better when the place isn't so packed. They don't take reservations for parties smaller than 6, boo.

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  Posted on 10.10.12 Diane G.

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  The Casa has never disappointed me.... For those that are vegan or like Olive Garden better, ... why are you even in an Italian restaurant???

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  Posted on 11.15.11 B. S.

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  Nice garlic bread they served and good dining atmosphere. I ordered veal pasta and chicken parmesan but they tasted somewhat like the frozen food (you know those that cost one dollar each in Walmart). Not worth the price. Personally think Olive Garden serves better food than them.

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  Posted on 06.05.11 Ee Lim T.

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  This is a great sit down Italian restaurant. I think it is a little pricey but the food is really good. The service has been really good every time I have been here too.

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  Posted on 09.04.10 Tiger M.

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  I don't know what other people are complaining about, I've visited here a few times on vacation and liked the place just fine.  For whatever reason I got a steak sandwich and it was very good, actual steak (which is tricky to find nowadays since restaurants are cutting corners whereever possible.)  Garlic bread and mozza bread are both spectacular here.  Service was pretty solid, waiters were friendly and helpful even though we showed up with a party of 9 30 minutes before they closed.
  
  If you're in MQT and looking for Italian, I'd give this place a shot, you shouldn't be disappointed.
  
  PS-I hear the steak and lasagna are awesome.

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  Posted on 07.09.10 Justin M.

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  Absolutely zero vegan options. Their pasta isn't even without eggs. Too expensive for what it is. Too busy on most nights.

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  Posted on 07.30.09 Brendon C.

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  A nice atmosphere and decent food. The menu needs a better description of some of the items served. Unlike the other reviewers I was wholly underwhelmed by the garlic bread.

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  Posted on 09.23.07 Richard L.

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  The Casa has three really good things: #1 garlic bread  #2 salad #3 pizza. Olive Garden has better Italian food than the Casa, seriously.  Their menu is unimaginative, boring, and flavorless.  Their bowtie pasta dish tasted like it came from a Lipton mix, disgusting.  I have no idea why people patronize this restaurant, it is a poor excuse for Italian food...and it's run by people with Italian heritage!

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  Posted on 02.13.07 Kait G.

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