Good food. Could do with a touch more seasoning but I'm from New Orleans so take it for what it's worth! That said I like eating here. The service alone is always worth the visit & traffic that's the norm on the busy Boulevard. Friday Night Jazz is always a treat w/a glass of their select wine list. As one Yelper said the spinach salad w/goat cheese medallions is the best! If you choose to get another salad they will let you order 1 or 2 medallions on the side. One is plenty but some of the salads are hit or miss! And as one other Yelper said Travinia IS NOT kid friendly. We were sitting our grandson tonight and took him with. No kids menu, just 'half portion' that was too much for a 4 year old. Plus the styrofoam cup 'for kids' is too big. Also the atmosphere isn't conducive to small kids. My grandson was loud & we kept getting sidelong looks as if to say "When are you leaving?" And I must admit that when I heard a baby cry I did the same! Want good Italian w/a great bar & service? Check out Travinia's!
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Christopher C.
My wife and I went here awhile back. It was a nice atmosphere although I didn't feel like it was all that far from any other Italian restaurant I'd ever been in. the food was quite good as was the service, the pricing was on par with other upscale Italian places as well but I felt that they were a little more justified in the pricing in that the dishes they served had a bit more...panache.
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Lisa G.
A disappointing Easter lunch with a party of 10. We made the reservation and they seemed reluctant to take it earlier in the week. Arriving at the restaurant I was surprised it wasn't crowded as usual. It took our party 50 mins to get our food Sunday. When we finally mentioned something to the table waitress next to us she notified someone. The food began coming our staggered. Some items were incorrect on the seating assignment. The portions seemed smaller. The waitress had the cheese in her hand but walked off and never returned with it. A female manager finally came to the table and noted drinks weren't refilled. As soon as everyone's plates arrived within a few minutes the manager was back asking did we want dessert and how was the check to be settled. Ok, we're not finished and you definitely don't need the table as many were empty. They did deduct off the bill a % but it seems something is very different. It definitely was lacking in the "you're part of the family" feel and there wasn't much concern given to our delay. Not the Easter, family dinner we had hoped for.
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Kim S.
Consistently good. Lunch today...all entrees are around $11. Don't count the calories, just enjoy.
(4)
Amelia W.
One of my favorites and we try to dine here when we come back to town to visit friends. We went for New Years Eve and the food was wonderful - 3 in our party including me had the filet which was cooked to perfection. A must try on the menu is the nachos - instead of chips they use something almost like a wonton. Service was efficient and not overbearing. Yum! Will definitely be back when we are back in town.
(5)
Joel W.
Our go to place in lexington, sc. Lovely restaurant, good music, nice bar area - windows into the kitchen, always cool. Outdoor area, small private party area. Parking is kind of a pain, but worth it.
(4)
Jessica B.
This is the place where my husband asks me " if I could take you to any place for dinner where do you want?" And I always say " Travinia"! Love the fresh bread and the nachos!!! Such a romantic feel and the waitstaff has never let us down!
(5)
Andrea R.
Dined here on a Saturday night with a group of 4. We arrived at 7:30pm and were told the wait was 30-45 minutes, we were lucky and snagged some seats at the bar. The bartender was quick and efficient. We only ended up waiting around 25 minutes. We were sat by the large window in the back so we could see into the kitchen, kind of cool. I checked in on Yelp and received the free order of nachos, yum! They were Italian style nachos, they came with chicken olives, an asiago cream sauce and scallions. The chips were homemade and so light, everyone enjoyed them. I ordered the lasagna and my husband ordered the shrimp fettuccine. My lasagna was delicious, the bolognese sauce was 80% beef and 20% pork (or something close to that, I had to ask). There was a lot of meat, I got at least one chunk with every bite. The pasta was tender and so gooey and cheesy, perfect! My husbands shrimp fettuccine was also great, the shrimp were really tender and had a great flavor. The sauce on the fettuccine was lemon based and great. I'd have to say I do think it's on the pricey side (my lasagna was $16) BUT it was great tasting. We ordered a few bottles of wine and really enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely be back!
Just had a wonderful dinner at Travinias tonight. The food was outstanding like it always is but tonight our server Chris took our experience over the top. He was very friendly, super knowledgeable about the entire menu and made us feel like we were his #1 priority. Just by asking him a few menu questions you could really tell how much he loves the food and servers like that are your best salespeople.
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Lori J.
This was the second restaurant of our trip. We wish we would have eaten here the first night so that we could have eaten here again. First off, the Nachos,the best thing We've enjoyed in a long time. Our waitress was presious and we never needed anything. We shared small plates my favorite being the crab cake. We will be back in town next week with the kids and we'll need 2 orders of Nachos!
(5)
Nat C.
Went yesterday for a work lunch and the food was great as always. It's a great spot with a lot of affordable options. My only issues with this visit is that while the did a super fast job accommodating our party of 9, the food order took about 40 minutes to get to the table. That's excessive even for a large party. Also the waiter was a total scatterbrain. Probably just having a rough start to the day, but he brought a couple of people the wrong drinks and twice poured water into my glass of club soda. Definitely go and enjoy, just make sure you are not in a hurry!
So disappointed. New management and new menus are NOT was this place use to be! This use to be the place we ALWAYS went to celebrate anything and everything including my son's coming home party from Boot Camp. Now, I can't even begin to imagine having a crowd there. Wait staff is great, but they can only do so much with the restrictions they are given. Give it a try for yourself and if you have never been, then you may be OK with it all. For us locals and regulars, very disappointed.
(2)
Rebecca T.
Food was horrible. Service was great. We received a spoiled appetizer and undercooked entree. The smell of the appetizer was awful. We sent it back. The second one sent out was much better. Several hours later we all became very sick. We believe it was food poisoning. We will not be returning anytime soon. We have previously dined here numerous times and had wonderful food and service. Disappointing.
(2)
WanderLustinDani P.
Sighhhh, I was recommend this place by a co- worker, so here is my honest opinion...The waitress really couldnt explain the food. When I received my dish, it wasnt what I expected. It was stuffed seafood that looked blended and stuffed into pasta shells. The atmosphere was nice, great ambiance. Presentation of the food was Excellent, jus not the taste. A host of items were on the menu. The shop is both clean and tidy, having plenty seating. The hostess/ waitress was attentive at all times. Staff members there greeted us in/ out when we left. Im willing to try again a different item next time.
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Adam B. J.
I'm a huge Italian food fan, and luckily there are a lot of places you can get it. I had the Sausage and Peppers and it was good. The bread they give you is also good. My wife got the Veal Parm. I've defintely had better veal, and it was a pricier menu item. There where lots of things I'd like to try. Service was good. I enjoyed our meal. Pro tip, check in on your yelp app and get a free appitizer.
(3)
Anna L.
So where to begin - in Lexington for business and looking for someplace to eat where the food is not fried. There seem to be a plethora of country kitchen type restaurants in the area, I was just not in the mood for that type of comfort food and I didn't want to make the drive to Columbia. Travinia came highly recommended by one of my local coworkers, had decent ratings and was not far to drive from where I was staying. I stopped in on Tuesday night and since I was dining alone, chose to sit at the bar. I was somewhat surprised to learn this was a small chain with locations in both Woodbridge and Leesburg. The menu and wine list had some nice options. This evening I was in the mood for pasta so I ordered the wild mushroom carbonara. The dish had a nice flavor and paired well with the glass of wine I had ordered, but I would have liked to see a bit more mushroom and prosciutto. So third night in Lexington and I am craving a steak and not the chicken fried variety. I remember that Travinia had a madeira filet on the menu - grilled angus filet, wine demi glace, cremini mushrooms topped with goat cheese. That with one of their wonderful wines by the glass sounded great so I headed back. I will say both times, the service was excellent. Bartenders were attentive and friendly. The hostess greeted everyone with a smile and a warm welcome. I noticed the bartenders knew many people by name - lots of regulars in this place. The space is cozy and inviting. This visit however is what caused my rating to dip. I ordered my filet medium rare - it came out more medium well to well. It was served only with garlic mashed potatoes, no vegetable. Yes, I could have sent it back, but frankly I was tired after a long day at work and just didn't want to wait for it to be recooked. The quality of the meat was not up to par especially for the price. My cut of filet was tough and grisly in parts. They were quite skimpy with the demi glace and it appeared as if the goat cheese had been scraped off the top of the steak - there was only the slightest smear. I have to admit I would have liked to see a bit more mushroom as well since it was advertised on the menu as a component of the dish. Frankly I have had better steaks at another well known Italian chain. While the atmosphere and service were great, the restaurant fell short in what I consider most important - the food. If Yelp had a half star rating, I would have bumped this to 2 1/2, but after my steak....I'll stick with a solid 2. I won't be in a rush to get out to Leesburg to try that location.
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Elaine M.
We called for reservations and they won't give them for 4 people. But, we were told that if we got there between 6 and 7 we would have no problem. Got there, and there was a 1 1/2 hour wait. Until the reservation process is changed, we will NOT be back. Very disappointed.
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Betsy M.
Cannot say enough good things about our visit there. We had a party of six and we ordered several appetizers and they were all excellent. My favorite was the scallops and risotto. We all had different entrees and they were all delicious. Our waiter could not have been more attentive.
(5)
Adam L.
Probably the best restaurant in Lexington. Not your typical Italian style cooking though, but is very good. Tiramisu is the best and lunch is a good value. Nice place for a date and they have private rooms for groups
(5)
Anne V.
Had a ladies night on Thursday and had the mussels and crab cakes. Both were outstanding. The crab cakes were light and delicious. Our waiter, John B was attentive and delightful. After dinner we moved into the bar area and sat on the couches and listened to wonderful live entertainment. Great atmosphere, great food, great service!!! Best in Lexington by far!
(4)
Rachelle B.
Absolutely wonderful food! Pasta mia nona is my favorite. Asiago cream sauce... umm hello amazing! I definitely recommend dinning here!
(5)
Dave S.
Would of given 5 stars but I thought it was a little pricey. Two entries two salads and two ice teas $ 62.00. Food a service excellent. Not more two say.
(4)
Jacqui S.
Absolutely loved Travinia! My coworker and I stopped while in town. Live music set a great atmosphere for a night of wine and fantastic food! A must try: sea scallops over risotto! Absolutely amazing!
(5)
David P.
I returned to Travinia Friday night with my wife. The food was out of this world and the service was perfect. I had a great experience. I highly recommend this restaurant. They also had a jazz band playing which just made a perfect night. Thanks to all the staff and management for a great evening.
(5)
Laura S.
We go to Travinias for special occasions as it is a little pricey, but well worth it! I LOVE their crabcakes, and I have yet to have a dish that I didn't love! It's a great atmosphere for romantic evenings!
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Karen S.
Really love the atmosphere here. Nice Intimate place - lighting and decor make this place cozy. Wait staff have always been pleasant the few times I have been here. First place i have ever gotten chicken picatta and by far the best ever I had. My only complaint is the prices is on the high side for what i got - $15 for the very small pieces of chicken and not much pasta. Price did not even include a side salad. Our waitress was helpful - suggesting a salad dressing I would like and wine that was in line for what my friend would have liked as well. They do have a wine cellar - but not sure if the wine is for sell. There is a very small private dining area - sits around 12. Like that you are able to see kitchen as well.
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Jim N.
Went 2 nights during the week as we were in town for business. First night was that good that we went again 2 days later. Dustin was our server the 1st night & requested him again as he was excellent, made some good suggestions re: the menu on main courses & dessert.
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Jason B.
Delicious Italian food, great service and great atmosphere. Definitely worth the drive out to Lexington.
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Lindsey B.
Excellent food, and superior atmosphere. For Lexington, this is about as plush as it gets. Never had a complaint from any guest I have taken there from out of town. I think you can safely order anything on the menu and expect it to be good tasting. Portions are a bit large, I usually get a take out box or split with someone. As I recall , the bread is very good.
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Mark B.
Fantastic food and service Friday night! The staff did an exceptional job accommodating my party of 12 to celebrate out friend's birthday. All in all, a perfect evening. We'll be back again.
(5)
Jennifer R.
We had wonderful food and service here. The atmosphere is great.
(5)
Sylvan F.
Went on a Wednesday and the place was very busy. We were quoted a 30 minute wait but it only took 10 minutes to be seated. We had a berry salad, Caesar salad and a lasagna bolognase with a side of pine nut orzo. All of the food was excellent and fresh and very hot. Our server was excellent and the unit and restrooms were very clean.
(5)
Betsy S.
Nice place for a nice dinner and glass of wine. A bit pricey but overall very good!
(4)
John B.
Great food. The manager, Anderson, and his team make your dining experience Fantastic!
(5)
Myles A.
My wife and I went to Travinia for a quiet evening out without the kids. The restaurant fit the bill perfectly. It was a Monday night during the week of Thanksgiving, so it was very quiet (might have been 4 other people in the whole restaurant). The atmosphere and lighting were quiet and subdued, and our waitress did a great job (not that she had a whole lot else going on). The food was certainly above average, and the portion sizes were much the same. I did not have particularly high expectations for the wine list, but it was actually quite good. I would highly recommend this restaurant for those looking for a quiet night out and some great food at a reasonable price. Finally, I would not recommend this place for kids. Even if they do have high chairs and claim to be kid friendly, they would be out of place.
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Greg W.
The best Italian food in the Lexington area, of course that's not saying much. A beatiful building decorated with some classic rat pack art. You will get top notch service and above average italian food. Put this resturant on your list for Lexington.
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : Yes Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Accepts Bitcoin : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Private Lot Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Intimate Noise Level : Average Music : Background Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Coat Check : No Smoking : Outdoor Area/ Patio Only Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : Free Has TV : Yes Dogs Allowed : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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KeiKei B.
Good food. Could do with a touch more seasoning but I'm from New Orleans so take it for what it's worth! That said I like eating here. The service alone is always worth the visit & traffic that's the norm on the busy Boulevard. Friday Night Jazz is always a treat w/a glass of their select wine list. As one Yelper said the spinach salad w/goat cheese medallions is the best! If you choose to get another salad they will let you order 1 or 2 medallions on the side. One is plenty but some of the salads are hit or miss! And as one other Yelper said Travinia IS NOT kid friendly. We were sitting our grandson tonight and took him with. No kids menu, just 'half portion' that was too much for a 4 year old. Plus the styrofoam cup 'for kids' is too big. Also the atmosphere isn't conducive to small kids. My grandson was loud & we kept getting sidelong looks as if to say "When are you leaving?" And I must admit that when I heard a baby cry I did the same! Want good Italian w/a great bar & service? Check out Travinia's!
(4)Christopher C.
My wife and I went here awhile back. It was a nice atmosphere although I didn't feel like it was all that far from any other Italian restaurant I'd ever been in. the food was quite good as was the service, the pricing was on par with other upscale Italian places as well but I felt that they were a little more justified in the pricing in that the dishes they served had a bit more...panache.
(4)Lisa G.
A disappointing Easter lunch with a party of 10. We made the reservation and they seemed reluctant to take it earlier in the week. Arriving at the restaurant I was surprised it wasn't crowded as usual. It took our party 50 mins to get our food Sunday. When we finally mentioned something to the table waitress next to us she notified someone. The food began coming our staggered. Some items were incorrect on the seating assignment. The portions seemed smaller. The waitress had the cheese in her hand but walked off and never returned with it. A female manager finally came to the table and noted drinks weren't refilled. As soon as everyone's plates arrived within a few minutes the manager was back asking did we want dessert and how was the check to be settled. Ok, we're not finished and you definitely don't need the table as many were empty. They did deduct off the bill a % but it seems something is very different. It definitely was lacking in the "you're part of the family" feel and there wasn't much concern given to our delay. Not the Easter, family dinner we had hoped for.
(2)Kim S.
Consistently good. Lunch today...all entrees are around $11. Don't count the calories, just enjoy.
(4)Amelia W.
One of my favorites and we try to dine here when we come back to town to visit friends. We went for New Years Eve and the food was wonderful - 3 in our party including me had the filet which was cooked to perfection. A must try on the menu is the nachos - instead of chips they use something almost like a wonton. Service was efficient and not overbearing. Yum! Will definitely be back when we are back in town.
(5)Joel W.
Our go to place in lexington, sc. Lovely restaurant, good music, nice bar area - windows into the kitchen, always cool. Outdoor area, small private party area. Parking is kind of a pain, but worth it.
(4)Jessica B.
This is the place where my husband asks me " if I could take you to any place for dinner where do you want?" And I always say " Travinia"! Love the fresh bread and the nachos!!! Such a romantic feel and the waitstaff has never let us down!
(5)Andrea R.
Dined here on a Saturday night with a group of 4. We arrived at 7:30pm and were told the wait was 30-45 minutes, we were lucky and snagged some seats at the bar. The bartender was quick and efficient. We only ended up waiting around 25 minutes. We were sat by the large window in the back so we could see into the kitchen, kind of cool. I checked in on Yelp and received the free order of nachos, yum! They were Italian style nachos, they came with chicken olives, an asiago cream sauce and scallions. The chips were homemade and so light, everyone enjoyed them. I ordered the lasagna and my husband ordered the shrimp fettuccine. My lasagna was delicious, the bolognese sauce was 80% beef and 20% pork (or something close to that, I had to ask). There was a lot of meat, I got at least one chunk with every bite. The pasta was tender and so gooey and cheesy, perfect! My husbands shrimp fettuccine was also great, the shrimp were really tender and had a great flavor. The sauce on the fettuccine was lemon based and great. I'd have to say I do think it's on the pricey side (my lasagna was $16) BUT it was great tasting. We ordered a few bottles of wine and really enjoyed ourselves. We will definitely be back!
(4)Cherie R.
Delicious food, great service and a nice setting. I actually got engaged here shortly after we finished our delicious creme brûlée. It's our favorite Italian restaurant for dine in or carry out.
(5)Melanie R.
Just had a wonderful dinner at Travinias tonight. The food was outstanding like it always is but tonight our server Chris took our experience over the top. He was very friendly, super knowledgeable about the entire menu and made us feel like we were his #1 priority. Just by asking him a few menu questions you could really tell how much he loves the food and servers like that are your best salespeople.
(5)Lori J.
This was the second restaurant of our trip. We wish we would have eaten here the first night so that we could have eaten here again. First off, the Nachos,the best thing We've enjoyed in a long time. Our waitress was presious and we never needed anything. We shared small plates my favorite being the crab cake. We will be back in town next week with the kids and we'll need 2 orders of Nachos!
(5)Nat C.
Went yesterday for a work lunch and the food was great as always. It's a great spot with a lot of affordable options. My only issues with this visit is that while the did a super fast job accommodating our party of 9, the food order took about 40 minutes to get to the table. That's excessive even for a large party. Also the waiter was a total scatterbrain. Probably just having a rough start to the day, but he brought a couple of people the wrong drinks and twice poured water into my glass of club soda. Definitely go and enjoy, just make sure you are not in a hurry!
(3)Lawrence P.
On a recent trip to Lexington, South Carolina, we stopped in for a pasta dinner. And we were very pleasantly surprised!!! This area of South Carolina is not exactly crawling with "finer" dining options. Travinia fit the bill!!! The décor is pleasant. It screams comfortable. We ordered the Zucchini Fritte which is a must have! Great starter!!! The gnocchi (we had appetizer portion) was excellent as well. As a group we ordered the Lasagna Bologniese, the Rigatoni Short Rib and the Cioppino Amalfi. All three dishes were well executed with the lasagna being my least favorite. The rigatoni was just perfectly cooked and the short rib was... well... perfect as well. Personally, I ordered the cioppino which is basically lobster, shrimp, calamari, local shellfish, and white fish simmered in saffron tomato broth, on a bed of pasta. Fresh and perfect!!! As for the wine list, they had a pretty good selection. Again, I didn't feel like this area had too many restaurants to choose from. To find this Italian gem and top it off with a wine list that had Caymus for only $100... again, pretty perfect!!!
(4)Mary M.
So disappointed. New management and new menus are NOT was this place use to be! This use to be the place we ALWAYS went to celebrate anything and everything including my son's coming home party from Boot Camp. Now, I can't even begin to imagine having a crowd there. Wait staff is great, but they can only do so much with the restrictions they are given. Give it a try for yourself and if you have never been, then you may be OK with it all. For us locals and regulars, very disappointed.
(2)Rebecca T.
Food was horrible. Service was great. We received a spoiled appetizer and undercooked entree. The smell of the appetizer was awful. We sent it back. The second one sent out was much better. Several hours later we all became very sick. We believe it was food poisoning. We will not be returning anytime soon. We have previously dined here numerous times and had wonderful food and service. Disappointing.
(2)WanderLustinDani P.
Sighhhh, I was recommend this place by a co- worker, so here is my honest opinion...The waitress really couldnt explain the food. When I received my dish, it wasnt what I expected. It was stuffed seafood that looked blended and stuffed into pasta shells. The atmosphere was nice, great ambiance. Presentation of the food was Excellent, jus not the taste. A host of items were on the menu. The shop is both clean and tidy, having plenty seating. The hostess/ waitress was attentive at all times. Staff members there greeted us in/ out when we left. Im willing to try again a different item next time.
(3)Adam B. J.
I'm a huge Italian food fan, and luckily there are a lot of places you can get it. I had the Sausage and Peppers and it was good. The bread they give you is also good. My wife got the Veal Parm. I've defintely had better veal, and it was a pricier menu item. There where lots of things I'd like to try. Service was good. I enjoyed our meal. Pro tip, check in on your yelp app and get a free appitizer.
(3)Anna L.
So where to begin - in Lexington for business and looking for someplace to eat where the food is not fried. There seem to be a plethora of country kitchen type restaurants in the area, I was just not in the mood for that type of comfort food and I didn't want to make the drive to Columbia. Travinia came highly recommended by one of my local coworkers, had decent ratings and was not far to drive from where I was staying. I stopped in on Tuesday night and since I was dining alone, chose to sit at the bar. I was somewhat surprised to learn this was a small chain with locations in both Woodbridge and Leesburg. The menu and wine list had some nice options. This evening I was in the mood for pasta so I ordered the wild mushroom carbonara. The dish had a nice flavor and paired well with the glass of wine I had ordered, but I would have liked to see a bit more mushroom and prosciutto. So third night in Lexington and I am craving a steak and not the chicken fried variety. I remember that Travinia had a madeira filet on the menu - grilled angus filet, wine demi glace, cremini mushrooms topped with goat cheese. That with one of their wonderful wines by the glass sounded great so I headed back. I will say both times, the service was excellent. Bartenders were attentive and friendly. The hostess greeted everyone with a smile and a warm welcome. I noticed the bartenders knew many people by name - lots of regulars in this place. The space is cozy and inviting. This visit however is what caused my rating to dip. I ordered my filet medium rare - it came out more medium well to well. It was served only with garlic mashed potatoes, no vegetable. Yes, I could have sent it back, but frankly I was tired after a long day at work and just didn't want to wait for it to be recooked. The quality of the meat was not up to par especially for the price. My cut of filet was tough and grisly in parts. They were quite skimpy with the demi glace and it appeared as if the goat cheese had been scraped off the top of the steak - there was only the slightest smear. I have to admit I would have liked to see a bit more mushroom as well since it was advertised on the menu as a component of the dish. Frankly I have had better steaks at another well known Italian chain. While the atmosphere and service were great, the restaurant fell short in what I consider most important - the food. If Yelp had a half star rating, I would have bumped this to 2 1/2, but after my steak....I'll stick with a solid 2. I won't be in a rush to get out to Leesburg to try that location.
(2)Elaine M.
We called for reservations and they won't give them for 4 people. But, we were told that if we got there between 6 and 7 we would have no problem. Got there, and there was a 1 1/2 hour wait. Until the reservation process is changed, we will NOT be back. Very disappointed.
(1)Betsy M.
Cannot say enough good things about our visit there. We had a party of six and we ordered several appetizers and they were all excellent. My favorite was the scallops and risotto. We all had different entrees and they were all delicious. Our waiter could not have been more attentive.
(5)Adam L.
Probably the best restaurant in Lexington. Not your typical Italian style cooking though, but is very good. Tiramisu is the best and lunch is a good value. Nice place for a date and they have private rooms for groups
(5)Anne V.
Had a ladies night on Thursday and had the mussels and crab cakes. Both were outstanding. The crab cakes were light and delicious. Our waiter, John B was attentive and delightful. After dinner we moved into the bar area and sat on the couches and listened to wonderful live entertainment. Great atmosphere, great food, great service!!! Best in Lexington by far!
(4)Rachelle B.
Absolutely wonderful food! Pasta mia nona is my favorite. Asiago cream sauce... umm hello amazing! I definitely recommend dinning here!
(5)Dave S.
Would of given 5 stars but I thought it was a little pricey. Two entries two salads and two ice teas $ 62.00. Food a service excellent. Not more two say.
(4)Jacqui S.
Absolutely loved Travinia! My coworker and I stopped while in town. Live music set a great atmosphere for a night of wine and fantastic food! A must try: sea scallops over risotto! Absolutely amazing!
(5)David P.
I returned to Travinia Friday night with my wife. The food was out of this world and the service was perfect. I had a great experience. I highly recommend this restaurant. They also had a jazz band playing which just made a perfect night. Thanks to all the staff and management for a great evening.
(5)Laura S.
We go to Travinias for special occasions as it is a little pricey, but well worth it! I LOVE their crabcakes, and I have yet to have a dish that I didn't love! It's a great atmosphere for romantic evenings!
(5)Karen S.
Really love the atmosphere here. Nice Intimate place - lighting and decor make this place cozy. Wait staff have always been pleasant the few times I have been here. First place i have ever gotten chicken picatta and by far the best ever I had. My only complaint is the prices is on the high side for what i got - $15 for the very small pieces of chicken and not much pasta. Price did not even include a side salad. Our waitress was helpful - suggesting a salad dressing I would like and wine that was in line for what my friend would have liked as well. They do have a wine cellar - but not sure if the wine is for sell. There is a very small private dining area - sits around 12. Like that you are able to see kitchen as well.
(4)Jim N.
Went 2 nights during the week as we were in town for business. First night was that good that we went again 2 days later. Dustin was our server the 1st night & requested him again as he was excellent, made some good suggestions re: the menu on main courses & dessert.
(4)Jason B.
Delicious Italian food, great service and great atmosphere. Definitely worth the drive out to Lexington.
(4)Lindsey B.
Excellent food, and superior atmosphere. For Lexington, this is about as plush as it gets. Never had a complaint from any guest I have taken there from out of town. I think you can safely order anything on the menu and expect it to be good tasting. Portions are a bit large, I usually get a take out box or split with someone. As I recall , the bread is very good.
(4)Mark B.
Fantastic food and service Friday night! The staff did an exceptional job accommodating my party of 12 to celebrate out friend's birthday. All in all, a perfect evening. We'll be back again.
(5)Jennifer R.
We had wonderful food and service here. The atmosphere is great.
(5)Sylvan F.
Went on a Wednesday and the place was very busy. We were quoted a 30 minute wait but it only took 10 minutes to be seated. We had a berry salad, Caesar salad and a lasagna bolognase with a side of pine nut orzo. All of the food was excellent and fresh and very hot. Our server was excellent and the unit and restrooms were very clean.
(5)Betsy S.
Nice place for a nice dinner and glass of wine. A bit pricey but overall very good!
(4)John B.
Great food. The manager, Anderson, and his team make your dining experience Fantastic!
(5)Myles A.
My wife and I went to Travinia for a quiet evening out without the kids. The restaurant fit the bill perfectly. It was a Monday night during the week of Thanksgiving, so it was very quiet (might have been 4 other people in the whole restaurant). The atmosphere and lighting were quiet and subdued, and our waitress did a great job (not that she had a whole lot else going on). The food was certainly above average, and the portion sizes were much the same. I did not have particularly high expectations for the wine list, but it was actually quite good. I would highly recommend this restaurant for those looking for a quiet night out and some great food at a reasonable price. Finally, I would not recommend this place for kids. Even if they do have high chairs and claim to be kid friendly, they would be out of place.
(4)Greg W.
The best Italian food in the Lexington area, of course that's not saying much. A beatiful building decorated with some classic rat pack art. You will get top notch service and above average italian food. Put this resturant on your list for Lexington.
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