Cafe Emilia

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   kristin

   Philadelphia

   67 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   67 reviews

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always great food and impeccable service! Very cozy spot.
   

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   Craig

   New Jersey

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   After spending an extended weekend in Boston recently, we were really disappointed in the North End Italian dinner we had at a popular restaurant. The food seemed thrown together, and the value did not exceed the cost. Enter Cafe Emilia. Driving home from the airport, we passed Cafe Emilia, and I made a point to say that we were going there for dinner the following weekend to compare it to our recent dinner, so I reserved a table via OpenTable. WOW! From the moment you step inside, you are greeted by the staff and made to feel welcome. Our table was not yet ready, so they took us to the bar for a drink on them! We had fantastic mozzarella and clams to start, as well as bolognese and linguine and clams for dinner. It came out piping hot and expertly prepared. We did not miss dessert; we had the Creme Brulee and Tiramisu. Both are very good. We can't wait to go back!!!
   

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   cindi

   New York City

   21 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   21 reviews

   Dined on November 9, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 2

   Not impressed. First of all, very, very loud, not a place for a romantic dinner. The dirty martini was terrible. We were rushed, and they kept on coming back for the credit card. Would not recommend or recommend. Much better Italian restaurants around.
   

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   Romulus

   New York City

   21 reviews

   vip
   2.0

   21 reviews

   Dined on November 1, 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 2

   Insanely loud with blasting music. The ceilings are low so it is almost impossible to hear the person across from you. The decor is from 1980 Bronx. Dark walls. Service was ‘80 Bronx with pushy waiters. I never understood people’s obsession to sounding Italian when they only speak 4 words. Food is cooked to order ( it’s very hot, and not microwave hot) so it’s a mistery why it is not good. Very very expensive. Desserts are kept outside in a corner, not refrigerated. Place was super packed.
   

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   Melissa

   San Antonio

   3 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on October 25, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dinner was excellent and the service was outstanding as always. Cafe Emilia is a must go to restaurant!
   

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   Risa

   New York City

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on October 24, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful experience. Staff was excellent, lovely atmosphere, and the food was delicious.
   

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   LisaM

   Philadelphia

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on October 16, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my first time here and it was fabulous! My friend and I were treated like we were the only ones in the dining room, but we were not. Marco was very attentive and funny and charming, and we will definitely be back. 
   

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   Mary

   New York City

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on October 12, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was delicious! The service was excellent!
   

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   abraham

   New York City

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on October 11, 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was amazing and staff were tentative and all were very nice. Would definitely recommend to anyone
   

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    Fran

    New Jersey

    31 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Another delicious dinner at Cafe Emilia. We all enjoyed our salads and my husband devoured the crusty bread with dipping oil. Our veal was very tender and tasty with perfect roasted potatoes and crisp green beans. My brother enjoyed his chicken dish. Then came time for dessert! I usually don’t order but they showed a Black Forest cake, which I haven’t had in decades, so I caved in, and glad I did. Not overly sweet but light and delicious! Everyone else also enjoyed their choices. Looking forward to returning. Staff were attentive and helpful!
    

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