Via Emilia 9

Wow! Some of if not THE best Italian food I’ve had in the states! The presentation was incredible! Love the atmosphere and the service was spectacular! Super authentic and very neighborhood vibes— not touristy

Service and food quality both fell well below expectations, very disappointing. The bread was served cold, the portions were unreasonably small (we were charged $30 for just three undercooked scallops - pictured), and the overall food quality did not justify the prices. The most concerning issue was with the tomahawk steak. The menu listed it at $57 per pound, but our server—french Italian lady who turned out to be the owner lol—never disclosed the steak’s weight before preparing it. This lack of transparency led us to reasonably expect a much lower total, yet we were ultimately charged $180 (and that was just for the steak). At no point were we informed of the ounces or given the opportunity to approve the final price beforehand. In addition, the meat quality was poor, loaded with fat,

A not-so-hidden gem for those who know the real deal for excellent north-central Italian cuisine. We had the beef tartar with white truffle (a seasonal special) that was as amazing as it sounds, and a pear carpaccio that was light and delightful. For dinner we had their signature dish, tortellini in brodo (outstanding) and lasagne bolognese (sumptuous). The tiramisu was incredible. Valentina, our sever, makes the whole place come alive with her energy and great menu and wine suggestions. An authentic experience away from the bustle of Ocean Drive.

Our Valentine’s Day dinner turned into one of the most humiliating dining experiences I’ve ever had — and what’s most shocking is that the person who treated us this way was the owner. We ordered three dishes: • A tomahawk steak priced at $58 per pound • Scallops (only three scallops were served) • A pasta with prosciutto, which was actually very good The tomahawk steak was the issue. It was overwhelmingly fat and extremely tough. I took one bite and genuinely could not chew through it. For the price, the quality was unacceptable. My boyfriend calmly asked if the steak could be removed from the bill since it was inedible. We were prepared to order additional food instead. Rather than handling the situation professionally, the owner became defensive and argumentative at our table. She u

Among all the overhyped spots around, it was such a happiness to find Via Emilia! Everything here feels stylish and detail-oriented — the food was delicious, the wine was great, and the atmosphere was just perfect.