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Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Ciao e benevenuti!
Here at Vespa Ristorante we pride ourselves in serving the best Italian and Mediterranean food in Chapel Hill. Our beautiful menu, easily accessible downtown location, charming atmosphere and friendly staff make us the ideal spot for a romantic dinner, a family celebration or a night on the town with friends.
Dishes like the Apricot Stuffed Pork Loin wrapped with Proscuitto and our perfectly cooked Lamb Shank served over Tumeric Risotto demonstrate that our Chef's creativity and love of experimentation are married perfectly to his knowledge of traditional Italian cooking. The Pasta at Vespa is delicious, made in-house and cooked to order, so substitutions are not a problem. Freshness is always guaranteed.
After dining with us, it won't be hard to see why so many of our customers return again and again to savor the dining experience and become members of our Chapel Hill family.
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Here at Vespa Ristorante we pride ourselves in serving the best Italian and Mediterranean food in Chapel Hill. Our beautiful menu, easily accessible downtown location, charming atmosphere and friendly staff make us the ideal spot for a romantic dinner, a family celebration or a night on the town with friends.
Dishes like the Apricot Stuffed Pork Loin wrapped with Proscuitto and our perfectly cooked Lamb Shank served over Tumeric Risotto demonstrate that our Chef's creativity and love of experimentation are married perfectly to his knowledge of traditional Italian cooking. The Pasta at Vespa is delicious, made in-house and cooked to order, so substitutions are not a problem. Freshness is always guaranteed.
After dining with us, it won't be hard to see why so many of our customers return again and again to savor the dining experience and become members of our Chapel Hill family.
64 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 64 reviews
5 stars
(23)
4 stars
(30)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(29)
- fit for foodies(25)
- romantic(23)
- special occasion(23)
- great for outdoor dining(16)
- good for groups(15)
Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill Reviews List
Review 1 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My visit to Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill was a very nice one, indeed. I would not hesitate to book a reservation there again were I to be in town. The staff was very professional and the food was delicious."
Dined on 6/09/2013
2013
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Review 2 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceptional!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food & service was great. I love the half price wine on Sundays--made for a great treat! Great portion size and terrific taste."
Dined on 6/09/2013
Special Features: romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Glad I found it
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I dined at Vespa during Triangle Restaurant Week and we are glad we did. Every one of the 3 courses, salads, lamb shanks and dessert were plentiful and very good. The prices for both food and drink were reasonable, the quality and volume of the background music were perfect for both listening and conversation, the service was good and the management aimed to please. We wil definitely return."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Our Teacher Team
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"1) Easy parking. Free parking in Chapel Hill? 2) We were expected (as per our reservation) and well received. Our host/waiter was polite, prompt, and unobtrusive (yet readily available to answer any questions). 3) The wine menu was reasonable, and the Chianti was very nice. 4) The Early Bird menu was reasonable, and we each found it difficult to narrow our choices - all of them looked good, and everyone was! 5) The conversation was lively at our table. That said, we were never interrupted. The staff was attentive but never overbearing. Glasses were refilled as needed, but there was never any "hovering." 6) The desserts were excellent! Between the five of us, we got all of the options - and they were all great!"
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 5 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
If you want Italian in Chapel Hill
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Then you want to eat at Vespa restaurant.. The owner runs a top notch establishment...fine food, very well prepared, with courteous and professional service. This is simply a winner. We have eaten in downtown Chapel Hill many many times, and we have eaten at many Italian restaurants, and coming from New York, our expectations were high--and Vespa delivers."
Dined on 5/19/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have been to Vespa several times in the last year. Consistently excellent food with very attentive service. Authentically prepared meals. Highly recommended."
Dined on 5/25/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 7 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The restaurant had decent food, but there was a pervasive and pungent smell of old frying oil that was quite unpleasant. It smelled like a Popeye's or similar fast food establishment that does a lot of deep frying and doesn't change out its frying oil very often. That smell alone is enough to deter me from returning to the restaurant."
Dined on 5/24/2013
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Review 8 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Disappointed Diner
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had dinner there yesterday evening. While my husband said his pasta was good, I can only say that my meal was unappealing and a disappointment. I ordered the apricot stuffed pork loin with fig/port sauce. The pork was dry, very overcooked and unseasoned. The fig port sauce was too much and too sweet. They do offer 1/2 priced entree's on certain nights. Even at 1/2 price off it still was a mess. Maybe I should have ordered the pasta instead?"
Dined on 5/22/2013
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Review 9 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best lunch ever!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The parking at Vespa's is really easy to get in and out. But, my friend and I both agreed that we always have a great lunch there and our lunch on May 21 was the best so far. I ordered the carrot soup. I've had it before. It never would be my first choice anywhere but Vespa's. Their soups are the best. I also had chicken parmesan with spaghetti. My friend had the special, crab raviolis. The sauce was to die for according to her and she loved every last bite. I am happy to see that people are finally finding this gem as I want them to stay in business as they are a favorite of mine and most of my friends. Try it and you'll agree."
Dined on 5/22/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 10 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Nice place to meet the parents...
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We ate here after the UNC graduation last week, it was a "meet the parents" of my son's adorable new girlfriend. It was a perfect place and we all had a great meal and a great time. My only problem was... they ran out of our favorite wine and we only had 1 bottle for 8 people. Advice: stock up for Graduation/Mother's Day weekend!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 11 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We went there to celebrate a co-worker graduation. The service was amazing and the restaurant provided desert for free!"
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Mother's Day / graduation men
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Given busy and full tables of celebration of graduation and mother's day, we were delighted with service and food quality of fixed menu offerings. Appetizers were generous and well prepared, main course was delicious ( seafood ravioli and lamb shank entrees), with yummy dessert. Staff very attentive. Ate outside and although near busy street, found the scene delightful. Lovely attentive touches of blue and white balloons honoring grads and a red rose given to all moms."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 13 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not great
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was mediocre; service poor and a "set menu" for UNC graduation. Our first course salads were brought BEFORE we received our cocktails, which were syrupy sweet. And, the restaurant smelled of smoke. Not a good experience."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 14 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a large group and the waiter was great!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Reataurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We have enjoyed this restaurant thoroughly during our son's four years at UNC.
Very good food in relaxed atmosphere, great
owner and wonderful location"
Very good food in relaxed atmosphere, great
owner and wonderful location"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 16 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food. Good service. Everything we have had there is great."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 17 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was pretty good, not exceptional. The worse part about it was the fact that we were seated in the back room, which was quiet and bright - completely different from the front room which was more happening, with lower lights and better atmosphere."
Dined on 4/27/2013
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Review 18 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Reliable for basic pasta dishes,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Reliable for basic pasta dishes, Vespa often excels in its specials and its salads. A fish special -- treated gently with light batter and very fresh oil and seasonings -- was as good as can be found in Italy itself. Portions can be large, and for some tastes there can be too much reliance on starches (potatoes, pasta) resulting in heaviness, which some may welcome as heartiness. But the ingredients are fresh and ripe, making the salads outstanding (a tricolore with tomato, mozzarella, fresh basil and avocado was memorable). The wine list is knowledgeable and reasonably priced (love those Italian reds!)."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really treated well especially
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Really treated well especially since it was a birthday event!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, special occasion
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Review 20 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very good food and nice location
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very good food and nice location"
Dined on 04/18/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 21 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Very nice ambiance, outdoor
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very nice ambiance, outdoor seating, although it is on Franklin Street so it is a little noisy. Unfortunately, our food just wasn't very good, at least not for the price we paid for it. My daughter didn't finish her salmon and didn't even want to take the remaining half home with her. I only finished mine because I was very hungry. The service was OK, but slow--which may be good or not depending on how much time you want to linger. It was our first time there, and I expected much better, based both the cost and the reviews I read."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 22 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
The restaurant was surprisingly
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The restaurant was surprisingly slow for 7pm on a beautiful and bustling Friday night in downtown Chapel Hill. Unfortunately, I think this was a reflection of the mediocre kitchen. My wife and I both ordered a glass of wine, and they were both very good, but they were also the highlight of the meal as the entrees were very average."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2010
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Review 23 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
staff accommodated our group
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"staff accommodated our group of 5 outdoors by re-arranging tables, and also by bringing some items (e.g. a sauce from one dish brought for another diner). Food was great and we had a really good time."
Dined on 04/12/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This is my favorite place
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is my favorite place for lunch and my second favorite for dinner. I ordered the Caprese Sandwich and my friend ordered the Vegetable Sandwich. I remember them costing only $8.50 but the biggest bargain of the century as they are served with a cup of soup and a salad. The salad is always fresh and dressed with a light oil based dressing. The soup I've gotten there has always been the best I've ever tasted. This time it was carrot soup which normally would not ring my bells. Both my friend and I thought it was so superbly made that we didn't taste it as a cooked carrot. It was just the best! The sandwiches are always good. There are so many really good things to pick from on his menu.The owner is very involved in your experience."
Dined on 04/04/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 25 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Little Restaurant!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved having Easter Bruch at Vespa Ristorante! It has a Euro flare and the waiters are very professional, great wine and atmosphere, also intimate setting for a date! There is outdoor dining right on Franklin but we dined inside because of the weather."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service and good food
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Great service and good food. Vespa seems to be back after faltering a bit. We used to love this place, but during the last two years the food was not so spectacular and we had stopped going. We decided to try it again this weekend and it was great! There weren't very many people there (end of spring break at UNC) so I hope others will try this neighborhood gem again!"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Review 27 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
O.K. but very noisy, slow seating
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Res, for 6:30. We weren't seated until nearly 7. :(("
Dined on 03/09/2013
2012
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Review 28 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our family/friends have eaten
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Our family/friends have eaten here many times. It's always been a perfect dining experience. That's why we keep coming back."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 29 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tomatoes galore!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was delicious, but I would have loved more Chardonnay by-the-glass options. They have good seating for groups of 6 or more. When I saw a huge basket of gorgeous tomatoes in the kitchen window, I knew I was going to love it!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 30 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Loud atmosphere, small portions,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loud atmosphere, small portions, and pricey. Seems like it changed ownership a couple years ago and unfortunately it has gone away from its original charm, excellent food, and service. $2/plate splitting charge is applied to share any item. Go across the road to 411."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic
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Review 31 for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Romantic Night Out....
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"The Valtentine's Day crowd was interesting and fun. There was a limited menu for Valtentine's Day dinner and it was all good. The wine list is very strong as well as the staff making sure we were comfortable and well taken care of... Try Vespa, it is excellent!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Vespa Ristorante-Chapel Hill
Based on the average of (33) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
8 out of 8 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate