Quite a gem in Leesburg. Satisfied my craving for linguini and clams for a decent price. Was clean and inviting. Friendly staff albeit a little short handed. Glad my neighbor and I went on a weekday. Definitely a return visit in the near future.
(4)
Phil P.
We were told about this place by a friend and it proved to be as great as he said it was it was. We highly recommend this place.
(5)
Dikla S.
The first time yelp review worked for me:) Good food, great service and decent pricing
(4)
Alberto B.
One of the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. IWill never return to that place. Wrong meals. Dishes brought in 10 minutes intervals and meals with no flavor.
(1)
Rich H.
Was awesome. They had 2 large parties and we showed up without reservation and they pulled tables out of the back and made room for us. Went with in laws and they said food was so so in the past but they heard it was under new ownership. Food was great, still dreaming about stuffed mushrooms. No bad choice on dinner from meatloaf to the chicken parm. Service was awesome!!!!
(5)
Ralph W.
Awesome Italian Food......Chef puts his heart into it,I live in chicago and I must say better italian food than I ate here....Best Calzone ever,wife had penne pollo was great,pizza well chicago and new york watch out......
(5)
Marion Z.
Reaquired about five months ago into new ownership this naples has additional sister restaurants across florida and Mike? One of the owners brings back some of that true italiano. If youre meeting your Tony Soprano here be sure ta getcha nails an hair done right next doar! :)
(5)
Lucy K.
Like I've said I would come back all the way from la for this place! I asked to sit in Caesar's section again and I am still astonished by his amazing service and attentiveness !!! He is helpful, kind, and attentive and the food is to die for ! I mean I live in la the heart of everything awesome and I am still amazed! Please try this place and be served with Caesar he is a wonderful server the best I've had and I've been to the worlds best places! Wonderful food best service please try it !!!!!
(5)
ED K.
New owners,great food,great prices,friendly staff and the owner comes out to the dining room to greet the guests.highly recommended .
(5)
Tippy S.
First time we went, my sister got very sick and threw up the whole night. Second visit here was the worst service I ever had to date. We were seated by our waitress, I first went to the bathroom with my daughter. When I came out she came over to get our orders I haven't even had the chance to look at menu I told her I needed time and she just stood there. I had to say it three times. My boyfriend ordered the eggplant sub, I ordered broccoli with spinach in garlic and oil. Waitress asked me if I wanted marinara or meat sauce- my meal shouldn't have come with sauce, which is what I told her, twice. Soup and appetizer came we were helped by another woman with drinks and bread. She asked if we wanted breadsticks we said no, two min later someone different was bringing us breadsticks. Clearly there is no communication here. My boyfriend then received his meal...a eggplant and pasta dish...5 dollars more than the sub he wanted. When we said it should have been a sub we got a blank stare. We kept it because we didn't want to wait. Fast forward to ten...that's right ten minutes until my salad came out. Which had ham on it, last time I was here there was no meat on the salad so I had to give it back. After five more minutes me and my daughter's meal came. A total of 15 minutes since my boyfriends meal arrived. Which he had no fork to eat. When woman who dropped off my salad asked if we were ok I said no I been waiting for my meal for ten min. She said sorry the waitress had forgotten to put in order. Waitress during this time never came over to tell us about the situation. Now I am mad. Here comes my meal with you guessed it marinara sauce! I was asked if I wanted a new one...I mean I already said twice I didn't want sauce and waited 15 min and now you want me to wait longer? Unbelievable. Never once an apology or an offer to remove a meal that NEITHER one of us ordered. Nothing. There was no manager on the floor or even in the building as so it seemed. And to top it off the meal sucked. I will NEVER return there and I will NEVER have anything nice to say about that horrible place. Nothing worse than spending 43 dollars on a bad meal, service and frustration.
(1)
FS U.
I am definitely in the minority here, but I was not impressed. Cute quaint atmosphere. I ordered the shrimp alfredo pasta and added much salt, pepper, and even added some sauteed onion and garlic when I got home. It still tasted bland and is missing something. The shrimp are large though. :) My husband swears by this place and loves their philly sandwiches. The kids enjoyed their cheese pizza. CHeaper than other Italian eaterees.
(2)
S H.
A hidden gem! The food was fantastic, and the service was friendly and impeccable, all for an affordable price. We passed half a dozen big chain restaurants in town that were packed. Can't understand why with this outstanding little restaurant down the street. We'll definitely be back.
(5)
Jonathan C.
This is great food and a fantastic value. I was able to get a half rack of falling off the bone baby back ribs, a mound of pulled pork, and two sides (the fries are fantastic), for $13.49. Highly recommended.
(5)
Forrest J.
Very good Italian food! This was our first experience with the new chef and we were pleased. Good portions and everything tasted fresh. We had the baked spaghetti and the baked ziti. Both were tasty and served hot
(4)
Paul G.
Is Naples even open anymore? It used to be a great Italian restaurant, with scrumptious food and predictably long lines. Then the owner sold the place to someone else. Even though many of the cooks remained, they "forgot" how to prepare the old favorites. Quality deteriorated, portions were reduced and prices increased. Many more service employees left. Not a place to even slow down for anymore. Like I said, the last time I drive past, te sign seemed to be missing. It wouldn't surprise if it simply closed up. The way it was at the end, no great loss.
(1)
Linda R.
Seriously, take a look at the neon sign and note that most of the lights are out...now what's your impression of the place...yeah no need to go any further. Mediocre bread, bland food and the same for the service.
(2)
Tedd S.
Italian in a can, thats how we refer to Naples. Located in an old strip mall, Naples has changed. The original owners sold to the present owners in late 2008. The long lines have disappeared - and with good reason...the new owners began by cutting food quality and raising prices. We've been back several times (we used to go every Friday for years) and Naples continue to disappoint. Bland sauces, supplier (not fresh) salads and unimaginative recipes place Naples in the same class as Ragu.
(2)
Kate T.
Vast improvement... Large portions. I had the seafood lasagna, served piping hot, rich and delicious. My husband had Ziti D'Napoli which he said was awesome, however wouldn't share. Our friends had traditional spaghetti with meatballs and sausage. And the bonus that all entrees now include choice of soup or salad with it. Bread was hot, soft and great. We had a slice of homemade Wild-berry cheesecake, that Karen, a server there makes, little pricey but oh so worth it. Some cosmetic changes done. New booths, blinds and lighting. We asked and it is the same owner. Our server, Michelle, was fantastic. Polite,friendly and on the ball. The staff works as a team with smiles on their faces and laughing with each other. Just an overall great night out. If you haven't been in recently due to when ownership changed a few years back, give it another try. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves again. Great job!
(5)
Peter O.
Hands down, the best Italian food in the area. And the price is right. Delicious and the wait staff is really on the ball. The only bad news is that there is always a wait to get in. Great food! Try it, you won't be disappointed. It is a little hard to find in the shopping center, but worth the effort.
(5)
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Address :1107 W North Blvd,Ste 7
Leesburg, FL, 34748
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Bike Parking : No Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : Beer & Wine Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes
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Mary R.
Quite a gem in Leesburg. Satisfied my craving for linguini and clams for a decent price. Was clean and inviting. Friendly staff albeit a little short handed. Glad my neighbor and I went on a weekday. Definitely a return visit in the near future.
(4)Phil P.
We were told about this place by a friend and it proved to be as great as he said it was it was. We highly recommend this place.
(5)Dikla S.
The first time yelp review worked for me:) Good food, great service and decent pricing
(4)Alberto B.
One of the worst experience I've ever had at a restaurant. IWill never return to that place. Wrong meals. Dishes brought in 10 minutes intervals and meals with no flavor.
(1)Rich H.
Was awesome. They had 2 large parties and we showed up without reservation and they pulled tables out of the back and made room for us. Went with in laws and they said food was so so in the past but they heard it was under new ownership. Food was great, still dreaming about stuffed mushrooms. No bad choice on dinner from meatloaf to the chicken parm. Service was awesome!!!!
(5)Ralph W.
Awesome Italian Food......Chef puts his heart into it,I live in chicago and I must say better italian food than I ate here....Best Calzone ever,wife had penne pollo was great,pizza well chicago and new york watch out......
(5)Marion Z.
Reaquired about five months ago into new ownership this naples has additional sister restaurants across florida and Mike? One of the owners brings back some of that true italiano. If youre meeting your Tony Soprano here be sure ta getcha nails an hair done right next doar! :)
(5)Lucy K.
Like I've said I would come back all the way from la for this place! I asked to sit in Caesar's section again and I am still astonished by his amazing service and attentiveness !!! He is helpful, kind, and attentive and the food is to die for ! I mean I live in la the heart of everything awesome and I am still amazed! Please try this place and be served with Caesar he is a wonderful server the best I've had and I've been to the worlds best places! Wonderful food best service please try it !!!!!
(5)ED K.
New owners,great food,great prices,friendly staff and the owner comes out to the dining room to greet the guests.highly recommended .
(5)Tippy S.
First time we went, my sister got very sick and threw up the whole night. Second visit here was the worst service I ever had to date. We were seated by our waitress, I first went to the bathroom with my daughter. When I came out she came over to get our orders I haven't even had the chance to look at menu I told her I needed time and she just stood there. I had to say it three times. My boyfriend ordered the eggplant sub, I ordered broccoli with spinach in garlic and oil. Waitress asked me if I wanted marinara or meat sauce- my meal shouldn't have come with sauce, which is what I told her, twice. Soup and appetizer came we were helped by another woman with drinks and bread. She asked if we wanted breadsticks we said no, two min later someone different was bringing us breadsticks. Clearly there is no communication here. My boyfriend then received his meal...a eggplant and pasta dish...5 dollars more than the sub he wanted. When we said it should have been a sub we got a blank stare. We kept it because we didn't want to wait. Fast forward to ten...that's right ten minutes until my salad came out. Which had ham on it, last time I was here there was no meat on the salad so I had to give it back. After five more minutes me and my daughter's meal came. A total of 15 minutes since my boyfriends meal arrived. Which he had no fork to eat. When woman who dropped off my salad asked if we were ok I said no I been waiting for my meal for ten min. She said sorry the waitress had forgotten to put in order. Waitress during this time never came over to tell us about the situation. Now I am mad. Here comes my meal with you guessed it marinara sauce! I was asked if I wanted a new one...I mean I already said twice I didn't want sauce and waited 15 min and now you want me to wait longer? Unbelievable. Never once an apology or an offer to remove a meal that NEITHER one of us ordered. Nothing. There was no manager on the floor or even in the building as so it seemed. And to top it off the meal sucked. I will NEVER return there and I will NEVER have anything nice to say about that horrible place. Nothing worse than spending 43 dollars on a bad meal, service and frustration.
(1)FS U.
I am definitely in the minority here, but I was not impressed. Cute quaint atmosphere. I ordered the shrimp alfredo pasta and added much salt, pepper, and even added some sauteed onion and garlic when I got home. It still tasted bland and is missing something. The shrimp are large though. :) My husband swears by this place and loves their philly sandwiches. The kids enjoyed their cheese pizza. CHeaper than other Italian eaterees.
(2)S H.
A hidden gem! The food was fantastic, and the service was friendly and impeccable, all for an affordable price. We passed half a dozen big chain restaurants in town that were packed. Can't understand why with this outstanding little restaurant down the street. We'll definitely be back.
(5)Jonathan C.
This is great food and a fantastic value. I was able to get a half rack of falling off the bone baby back ribs, a mound of pulled pork, and two sides (the fries are fantastic), for $13.49. Highly recommended.
(5)Forrest J.
Very good Italian food! This was our first experience with the new chef and we were pleased. Good portions and everything tasted fresh. We had the baked spaghetti and the baked ziti. Both were tasty and served hot
(4)Paul G.
Is Naples even open anymore? It used to be a great Italian restaurant, with scrumptious food and predictably long lines. Then the owner sold the place to someone else. Even though many of the cooks remained, they "forgot" how to prepare the old favorites. Quality deteriorated, portions were reduced and prices increased. Many more service employees left. Not a place to even slow down for anymore. Like I said, the last time I drive past, te sign seemed to be missing. It wouldn't surprise if it simply closed up. The way it was at the end, no great loss.
(1)Linda R.
Seriously, take a look at the neon sign and note that most of the lights are out...now what's your impression of the place...yeah no need to go any further. Mediocre bread, bland food and the same for the service.
(2)Tedd S.
Italian in a can, thats how we refer to Naples. Located in an old strip mall, Naples has changed. The original owners sold to the present owners in late 2008. The long lines have disappeared - and with good reason...the new owners began by cutting food quality and raising prices. We've been back several times (we used to go every Friday for years) and Naples continue to disappoint. Bland sauces, supplier (not fresh) salads and unimaginative recipes place Naples in the same class as Ragu.
(2)Kate T.
Vast improvement... Large portions. I had the seafood lasagna, served piping hot, rich and delicious. My husband had Ziti D'Napoli which he said was awesome, however wouldn't share. Our friends had traditional spaghetti with meatballs and sausage. And the bonus that all entrees now include choice of soup or salad with it. Bread was hot, soft and great. We had a slice of homemade Wild-berry cheesecake, that Karen, a server there makes, little pricey but oh so worth it. Some cosmetic changes done. New booths, blinds and lighting. We asked and it is the same owner. Our server, Michelle, was fantastic. Polite,friendly and on the ball. The staff works as a team with smiles on their faces and laughing with each other. Just an overall great night out. If you haven't been in recently due to when ownership changed a few years back, give it another try. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves again. Great job!
(5)Peter O.
Hands down, the best Italian food in the area. And the price is right. Delicious and the wait staff is really on the ball. The only bad news is that there is always a wait to get in. Great food! Try it, you won't be disappointed. It is a little hard to find in the shopping center, but worth the effort.
(5)