Il Villagio

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  For the price, this place was a disappointment.  It was obvious at about every touch point that this restaurant positioned itself as gourmet.   Unfortunately, this created several expectations that were not met.
  
  The most frustrating thing about our visit was the awkwardness of the service and staff.  My wife and I arrived ahead of the rest of  our party and we were immediately approached and asked if we would be paying on one or multiple checks.  We ordered appetizers for the table, but we're given no guidance (we ordered ravioli fritti to share for ten people... they brought out a plate of three small ravioli!).  At multiple points through the meal, the wait staff would remove our plates, even though we were still working on the food!  We ordered a couple bottles of wine to share, but as they filled our glasses, they often spilled the wine on the table, on our plates, and at one point, even on my arm.  I understand mistakes, but none of these were acknowledged.
  
  The food quality was average, definitely not gourmet like the .  Ok for the price, but definitely didn't live up to the gourmet billing.  I ordered a seafood pasta, but the scallops were overcooked and chewy and the shrimp had a less-than-fresh, fishy taste.  My wife ordered a risotto dish, but described it as overcooked and oversalted.  I enjoyed the tiramisu quite a bit though.
  
  All of this said, we were a "difficult party": 10 individuals, 2 elderly with hearing loss, two youngsters under 10, and an infant in a car seat.  This might have contributed to some of our issues, but I'm still disappointed enough that I would not come back or recommend Il Villagio to others.

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  Posted on 01.28.12 Doug M.

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  Quality, authentic Italian food.  We sat out on the deck and enjoyed the beautiful evening.  Great bread, delicious bruschetta, and a perfect plate of linguini.  Friendly, helpful servers.  We'll definitely go back.

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  Posted on 07.09.11 Tara M.

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  I dined here about a month and a half ago with my boyfriend. We wanted a special night out and that's what we got. We had reservations for 6 p.m. on a Friday and we were immediately seated. Our server was outstanding! He checked on us frequently but not too frequently. The food was amazing! Both my boyfriend and I were satisfied with our dinner. The wine that we had was wonderful too. The only downside was that there was some sort of large gathering on the other side of the room and they got quite loud a few times. Other than that, this was a great dining experience. I believe for the two of us it was around $60. That included both entrees and two glasses of wine. A bit pricey IMO but for a special night out, I'm glad we splurged on this restaurant.

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  Posted on 01.31.11 Adrienne B.

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  If you want a lovely, flavorful, intimate place to have dinner with fantastic service (Corbett last night and a knowledgeable and professional german woman on past summer night) this is the place to go.   Love Italian beer with authentic plentiful flavorful and served hot?  I mean so hot with some if the best bread in the business.  I has the risotto with gorgonzola cream and my hus had the veal parm.  Every bite was savory and warm and soulful.  By the way, don't bring your kids here......go alone and enjoy the experience.    It's too early to eat my left overs......or is it?

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  Posted on 01.15.11 Ann P.

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  We went based on reviews from another website. Primarily based on the feedback that they were "kid-friendly" since we have 2 kids under 12.
  
  We made reservations and were seated promptly. We asked for "kids menus" and were told they had none and that they would have to order off the menu. Since it was an Italian restaurant I asked the server if they could take some linguine and put a spoon full of marinara sauce on top and she said no--there were no special requests just what was offered on the menu. Then the server brought my two year a full to the brim glass of milk--who brings a 2 yr old a full glass of anything??!!!
  
  The server and the maitre d' stalked our table the entire meal. They brought our salads and appetizer at the same time then took our plates before we were done. After we finished our entree she brought our check. Didn't ask us about dessert or coffee. I've never been to a restaurant where they didn't offer either. They had people waiting so I could only assume they were trying to turn over the table.
  
  Bottom line: Food not bad, service poor, not kid friendly--probably a good place for a romantic adult dinner---probably will not be going back

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  Posted on 01.01.11 Laura P.

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