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Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Owned and operated by the Orioli family, Via Emilia Restaurant feature Northern Italian cuisine in an elegant, romantic setting. All dishes are prepared from recipes handed down through the generations, using only the highest quality ingredients. Menu highlights include home-made pastas, traditional Italian appetizers, fresh fish and flavorful meats. An extensive wine list and full bar await your arrival.
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37 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 37 reviews
5 stars
(18)
4 stars
(17)
3 stars
(2)
2 stars
(0)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- neighborhood gem(22)
- romantic(13)
- special occasion(13)
- fit for foodies(9)
- good for groups(9)
- notable wine list(9)
Via Emilia - The Woodlands Reviews List
Review 1 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really Enjoyable
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food is good but a bit pricey. The ambience and service are excellent. However, I wish their eggplant dishes were less heavy and lighter on the cheese. I love eggplant, but I won't order it there again. It is way to heavy and not very flavorful - just cheese and tomato sauce. Probably my biggest issue is with the bread. An Italian restaurant should have great bread. The bread here is just not worth the calories. It has no substance - like basic white bread with a slightly crispier crust. It is usually the first thing you have when you eat there - it should be memorable - and not in a bad way."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Date night done right!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place!! Food was delish n service great!!"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is only the second time I have been to the restaurant since Via Emilia's expanded. I had a nice quiet spot for myself and my dinner guest. We each had an individual glass of wine, a nice appetizer and main course and these huge servings of lemon sorbet for dessert. A very nice evening, with attentive service and great atmosphere for catching up with a friend."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
never rushed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love this place. I am never rushed out. I am always greeted w/ a smile and usually by name. Whether I order a salad or shrimp, I am treated as if I have been of service to the restaurant. Every waiter is knowledgeable and glad to suggest items for your tasting pleasure."
Dined on 5/06/2013
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Review 5 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Stil Great Food in New Location
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I have been a Via Emilia fan for years. The new location is nicer and the food is still great."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 6 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A quiet little white tablecloth italian restaurant. Food and service always reliably good."
Dined on 4/27/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Had the amazing pork shank.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
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"Had the amazing pork shank. Delicious! Great recommendation by waiter. Also experienced the off the menu cheese and pear appetizer. Another great find. Wish it included more than 2 pecans..."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2007
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Review 8 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great place for a Sunday lunch.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great place for a Sunday lunch. I love that I can order just salad and not feel rushed or uninvited. Other times - we go all out!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
2007
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Review 9 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent food and service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Restaurant was packed on a Saturday night, we made the mistake of not making reservations this time. We waited in the bar & had some drinks. The bar is huge, great place to just relax and have a couple drinks and appetizers.
Everything was excellent. Some of the best food I've had in The Woodlands."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We recently celebrated our anniversary here and had an amazing experience. The restaurant was packed so that was a good sign. I ordered the Osso Buco, excellent--mentioned to the waiter it was the best Osso Buco I ever had, My wife had the braised pork shank, great presentation, she commented that it looked beautiful and tasted that way too."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Lose the salt shakers
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Enjoyed a pleasant Easter lunch. Service was harried with the holiday crowd but ok. The food was not as good as on previous visits. A number of our dishes were excessively salted. We advised the waiter and he said he consulted with the kitchen and the chef advised that the saltiness was natural to the foods and none had been added. A poor explanation and dishonest explanation. Still a friendly family place."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2005
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Review 12 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent all around. We all enjoyed the variety of dishes and the service was outstanding"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2011
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 13 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very lovely - always a treat.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very lovely - always a treat. We are officially regulars. I cannot say enough about the great calibre of wait staff and food here. Amazing."
Dined on 03/27/2013
2007
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Review 14 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I love how Via Emilia treats
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I love how Via Emilia treats single diners. Hubby can't always come. I am always made to feel welcome. I had shrimp on my linguini pesto today. Very nice and plentiful. They do not skimp on portions here."
Dined on 03/24/2013
2007
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Review 15 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We have been there twice and
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We have been there twice and both Times had a great experience. Their specials are great and the appetizers are awesome. My brother in law had pasta off the reg menu and said he was expecting a bit more taste,Not sure what he meant but maybe the sauce..."
Dined on 03/15/2013
2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yes - I come here a lot. Love
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Yes - I come here a lot. Love the staff, the music, the distance between the tables is good. See my other reviews about the food. Many favorites here."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2007
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Review 17 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
So glad to be considered a
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"So glad to be considered a "regular" now. Love the choices. Try the linguini pesto."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2007
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Review 18 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service, excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent service, excellent food, excellent experience!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 19 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great food with many choices.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food with many choices. The appetizer special "gorgonzola pear" was delicious. The salads shine with the flavorful dressings.
We had seabass and a cabrito special. Both were very good - the seabass is some of the best around. Don't miss out on the Tiramisu (and it's big enough to share)
We had seabass and a cabrito special. Both were very good - the seabass is some of the best around. Don't miss out on the Tiramisu (and it's big enough to share)
We were seated in a semi-private room in the back. It is beautifully decorated. At first we were delighted, but as the night went on and all the tables got filled, we felt a bit cramped. Next time, we'll ask for the main room which has lovely high ceilings and custom painted walls.
We found the price of the cabrito special very high."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 20 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Busy tonight but I managed
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Busy tonight but I managed to get in. I never feel rushed or forgotten here. They treat everyone like family and know the names of many customers. I love the San Antonio waiter and also the male greeter. Both make you feel very glad you came."
Dined on 02/24/2013
2007
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Review 21 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We always enjoy it here. I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We always enjoy it here. I was not a fan of the short rib BBQ tonight but my husband loved it. I much prefer the snapper - but it was his night out so we will go with his review of the entree :-) The avocado salad is smashing."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2007
Special Features: romantic
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Review 22 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always love this place. The
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always love this place. The waiters are helpful, courteous and friendly. The last two times check in was much more friendly as opposed to the lady previously with no smile or personality or words. The french onion soup is my favorite. Salads are fresh, pasta delicious. Special dessert - lemon cello - amazing."
Dined on 02/19/2013
2007
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Review 23 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A real find in the back of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A real find in the back of The Woodlands! Ambience is terrific, service outstanding....FINE DINING for sure. Will defiantly be back."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are becoming regulars here.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We are becoming regulars here. The new remodel job has completely changed the atmosphere and the food is much better than 2 years ago. I love the onion soup."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2007
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Review 25 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food and very fast.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great food and very fast. Appreciated when we had to get back to work. Waiter may be a little too attentive - but good."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2007
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Review 26 for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have been there numerous times
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been there numerous times and have not ever been disappointed."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Via Emilia - The Woodlands
Based on the average of (11) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate