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Sapore Italiano Reviews List

Sapore Italiano

Since its grand opening in November 2001, Sapore Italiano has been the area leader in authentic Italian cuisine. Known by locals as "Sapore" it provides a unique dining experience for families, friends, couples, and small and large gatherings alike.
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81 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(81 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 81 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(33)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • neighborhood gem(50)
  • fit for foodies(31)
  • good for groups(23)
  • romantic(21)
  • special occasion(20)
  • great for lunch(17)
Sapore Italiano Reviews List
Review 1 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 6/09/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"What is the protocol for when you tell the hostess that you wish to pay but another member of your party gives the waiter their card later? The hostess had informed the waiter ahead of time but he chose the one who gave his card."
Dined on 6/09/2013
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Review 2 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Good food, fun place

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Dined on 6/07/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We always enjoy the great food and friendly service. Good wine list - can get a bit noisy and crowded, but they are very consistent."
Dined on 6/07/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem
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Review 3 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic!!

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Dined on 6/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"From the minute you walk inyour taste buds go to work. The food was fantastic and the service beyond expectations. We would recommend Sapore to all."
Dined on 6/02/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 4 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was great. It was very busy and noisy last night. I usually like to go here because it is cozy and quiet, but the place was very full and busy. Service and food great!"
Dined on 5/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The service was excellent. We felt like we were in Italy. My Italian friend (88-years-young) thought it just might be the best Risotto she's ever had."
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 6 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Not impressed

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Dined on 5/24/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"First and last experience here. Very very very loud. The food was mediocre at best. Our waiter never came back to ask how food was. The staff that poured water an cleared dishes were more attentive then he.
Tables very close together... Definitely not a date restaurant ...
Not going back
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Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 7 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sapore Italiano

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fantastico! This restaurant offered 15% of the proceeds to help the San Mateo County Service League on the day of their fundraiser and Kitchen Tour. I always like to support businesses that are generous to non-profits. This was a great discovery in Burlingame. I didn't know the restaurant was even there and probably never would have found it on my own. It is a neighborhood gem ... lively, real Italian, very good food, handmade ravioli, etc. I highly recommend it and will definitely be back often. Buon appetito!"
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

revisit

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It has been several months since we have been to Sapore. The food has improved, and everything was great.
Service excellent.
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Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sapore just keeps improving -- from food to service to ambience. The Italian cuisine is, in a word, sublime -- and reasonably priced. Could not give this restaurant any higher rating, but would if possible."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 10 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/03/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was going wonderful until we were leaving the restaurant and was ran down by a waiter that wasn't ours telling us we didn't pay for our meal it made me second guess coming back but the food was good."
Dined on 5/03/2013
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Review 11 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Dinner with a friend

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went to this place based on reviews with a friend. The food was delicious, the portions huge, and the atmosphere energetic. Spaghetti carbonara was awesome and the waiter attentive but not overbearing. We stayed and talked for an hour after our meal and had a great time. I would definitely go there again."
Dined on 04/16/2013
 2007
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Review 12 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Wonderful Italian pasta. The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Wonderful Italian pasta. The Pasta Rustica was great and the gnocchi light and creamy. Our waiter was very attentive and anxious to help us have a good experience. The only negative... very noisy. A large party was in the back of the restaurant dining. With the high ceilings and small space, the noise made it almost impossible to carry on a conversation."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great time

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The two adults shared a pork medallions special and Gnocchi di Patate al Gorgonzola. Both delicious...the pork dish featured succulent cuts of meat, very tender, with a picante sauce; the gnocchi was flavorful with a melt-in-your mouth consistency. The sauce was not overpowering, as gorgonzola sauces can be.
I was impressed with the wine menu. Never in a local Italian denizen venue have I seen such depth in Italian wines, for example, they feature six different wines from Montepulciao D'Abruzzo. This is popular with me, but, nevertheless, we ordered a Cab, "Cabernet Sauvignon Justin (Paso Robles) 2008". Very rich and smooth. Nice oak and a smooth lingering finish."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2007
Special Features: romantic, great for lunch
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Review 14 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food was OK; somewhat

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was OK; somewhat on the bland side and could have used additional seasoning. Ambiance was great and service was fantastic."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2003
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 15 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love the owner/host ilio.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love the owner/host ilio. Makes you feel so welcome."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

busy weekend

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
"Food and service were excellent busy Saturday night we were 20min early but no seating till time of the reservation so don't just drop in on the weekend. Dinner for two with wine and a shared desert $100 with tip only drawback is the noise Tiled floors and high ceilings make for a cacophony of sounds"
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 17 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sapore Italiano serves basic,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sapore Italiano serves basic, simple Italian food done well. We all enjoyed our entres, although some were better than others. We all thought the appetizers (calamari & antepasta platter) were really very good. The place is very cozy and the service was friendly and attentive. The very reasonable prices for the quantity and quality of food make this a destination spot for dinner in that area."
Dined on 03/26/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I always have a great dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I always have a great dining experience at Sapore. There are plenty of good italian places in the community, but we find ourselves coming back to this one. I have taken just my wife, my whole family, friends and business colleagues. They do a great job. Both food and service is outstanding."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 19 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Outstanding pasta dishes,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Outstanding pasta dishes, very fresh -and great service."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Made a reservation and they

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Made a reservation and they seated us 20 minutes late. Not happy with that, but made up for the wait with a fabulous dinner! Whomever was cooking this night was primo. Sometimes the food is good but not primo. We all had something different...ravioli, sole, rigatoni bolognese, and veal scallopini and all were fabulous and hot right off the fire. Can't say enough good about the food. The noise was at full volume!"
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 21 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

excellent food and very good

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"excellent food and very good service. Wonderful neighborhood place. reasonably quiet as well."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2013
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Review 22 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Thank you Elio!!!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is the place if you crave the best Italian food!!! Service is excellent and one of the owners even came over to greet us and to make us feel at home. We will make this one of our favorite spots for quality Italian fare in the Bay Area - definitely worth the trip from Vacaville!"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 23 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

had a wonderful Girl's Birthday

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"had a wonderful Girl's Birthday Celebration dinner at Sapore.
The food is always great and consistent.
We had wonderful service, great waiter, knowledgable, helpful, friendly.
We are always greeted there warmly.
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Dined on 03/05/2013
 2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 24 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Viva Sapore!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a lovely time at dinner. We were surrounded by a variety of guests -- families, dates, and groups of friends -- all of whom were enjoying themselves.
Polite service; warm and friendly atmosphere; delicious and fresh food. Must-try dishes include the gnocchi and the tiramisu. If you like calamari: theirs is fresh, light, and crispy."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 25 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

OK place. Would not rush back. Onl

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"OK place. Would not rush back.
Only ourselves and 2 other diners at 1 PM on a Mon.
Food unremarkable.
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Dined on 02/25/2013
 2001
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Review 26 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent neighborhood Italian spot

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great italian food, nice accommodating and friendly service. Pretty large portions. Overall a great experience and a good find."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 27 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a great lunch there.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a great lunch there. We were looking for a quiet place where we could hear each other. It was a bit noisybut better than most restaurants."
Dined on 02/20/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 28 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Better than Okay!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I was looking for a good place to take a friend who had an overnight stay at an airport hotel before fling out the next morning. I didn't know any restaurants in the area. This one was 7 minutes from the hotel and sounded ok. We were both pleased to discover that it was better than just ok. A real find I'll return to!"
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2010
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Review 29 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very busy place. good food

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very busy place. good food , pretty good service in spite of how busy it was. Our servers made a few mistakes; the wrong food to our table, noticed that two couples next to us had to trade their salads across the aisle when they realized that their orders got mixed. Had to wait about 15 minutes to get menus, as I think they did not have enough as only half our table of 6 got them initially. Once we mentioned something, someone went downstairs to gather a few more. Owner very nice and personable. We had quite a noisy table upstairs next to a party room. With so many people going in and out to serve and party guests, it made our dinner less enjoyable with so much noise and a blast of cold air every time the door was left open."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2008
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Review 30 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I had the Veal Piccata, which

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had the Veal Piccata, which was very good and my date ordered the Swordfish, which she enjoyed. The wait people were attentive and I liked the fact that the owner or manager came to our table to see how everything went. That was a nice touch."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 31 for Sapore Italiano
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Did not honor 7:00 reservation.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Did not honor 7:00 reservation."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Sapore Italiano
Based on the average of (50) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
6 out of 6 recommend this product
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
3.9 / 5
(Very Good) 3.9 / 5
Noise Level
2.4 / 3
Energetic