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GigEmAgs14
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4:12p, 8/31/15
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Anybody have suggestions for a romantic Italian restaurant?
I was looking at Vincent's or Michelangelos but I have not been to any somewhat nice restaurant downtown.

TIA
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4:15p, 8/31/15
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How clich..... Italian....
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CrossBowAg99
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4:18p, 8/31/15
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Damian's is my go to

Michaelangelo's is good, but the building is kind of a sheet hole

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4:21p, 8/31/15
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Patrenellas is a good choice.

Not super swanky, but nice enough, laid back, and the food is legit.
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4:21p, 8/31/15
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No Riva's, no care.

I don't even like Italian food that much, and I like Riva's.
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4:31p, 8/31/15
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I'm a big Cavatore's fan, but I don't know that I'd classify it as a romantic dinner. Food is great though.
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The Milkman
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4:53p, 8/31/15
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I love Bellisimos but its in the super hood and always empty inside...not a romantic type spot but great eats
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Finn Maccumhail
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5:01p, 8/31/15
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I hear the Olive Garden is lovely.

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5:12p, 8/31/15
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Whatever you do, don't go to Coltivare...that ***t is not authentic Italian.
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5:15p, 8/31/15
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Capellinis
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In reply to CrossBowAg99 • 5:38p, 8/31/15
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Damian's is my go to

Michaelangelo's is good, but the building is kind of a sheet hole

Damian's is my go to as well. Although I understand they don't finish their pasta in the sauce so they can't be real italians according to Bonfirewillburn.
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6:00p, 8/31/15
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Poscol
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9:16p, 8/31/15
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Antica Osteria. YWIA
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9:39p, 8/31/15
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I was impressed by Tony Mandolas. If you go to Costco, you can by a $100 gift card for $69.

They have similar deals for Flemmings, Marks, McCormick & Schmicks (although I think it works for any Landrys), and El Tiempo (I think all of those are $100 for $80).
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In reply to DRE06 • 11:08p, 8/31/15
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I was impressed by Tony Mandolas. If you go to Costco, you can by a $100 gift card for $69.

They have similar deals for Flemmings, Marks, McCormick & Schmicks (although I think it works for any Landrys), and El Tiempo (I think all of those are $100 for $80).

Is it good for the fajitas at the meat market? That chit is good!!!
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11:48p, 8/31/15
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According to my wine guy in Spello, Da Marco's is the closest to authentic Italian you can find in Houston, followed closely by Quattro.
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11:58p, 8/31/15
Is Crapitos still open?
7nine
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8:22a, 9/1/15
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No. Bulldozed in the name of progress.
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8:27a, 9/1/15
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quote:
...don't go to Coltivare...that ***t is not authentic Italian.
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...closest to authentic Italian you can find in Houston
What does this even mean? There are 20-30 different regions of Italy that all have their own unique cuisine.

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8:54a, 9/1/15
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Colina's and La Vista are widely excepted in the Italian community as the "go to authentic" in Houston. Great food, but BYOB puts it over the top. Sure, they screw you on the corkage fee, but you just take that out of the waiters tip
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In reply to Panama Red • 8:56a, 9/1/15
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It ain't the corking fee. I'm pretty sure Colina's screws you on the chitty food they serve.
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In reply to Milwaukees Best Light • 9:04a, 9/1/15
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Capellinis
Unfortunately, they have closed since moving across Main St.
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David Carr
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9:04a, 9/1/15
Maggiano's.

- Finn
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9:18a, 9/1/15
Pepino's is a good date spot.
7nine
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9:57a, 9/1/15
Buon Appetito on Holcombe just east of Greenbriar is legit.
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10:44a, 9/1/15
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Da Marco's is the best if you're looking for a romantic setting.

Food is great. A little pricey though.
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11:10a, 9/1/15
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Coltivare is clearly not authentic because they don't have spaghetti and meatballs, lasagna and chicken parm. Also, it's not served "family style" like a true authentic Italian restaurant...see Buca di Beppo.
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11:32a, 9/1/15
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Don't forget red and white checkered tablecloths for authenticity. Add in a couple photos on the wall from The Godfather and Goodfellas and it is tits.
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11:58a, 9/1/15
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Mascalzone off Shepherd. A little more laid back than Chef Alberto's previous restaurants, but nails nevertheless.
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In reply to AggieLong • 12:01p, 9/1/15
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Capellinis
Unfortunately, they have closed since moving across Main St.


Damn. I guess you can tell who got married and moved to the burbs. sad face
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12:02p, 9/1/15
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The original Carrabba's- on Kirby
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In reply to The Milkman • 2:41p, 9/1/15
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I love Bellisimos but its in the super hood and always empty inside...not a romantic type spot but great eats
Hey that's my hood. Underrated spot for sure.

We go to Cavatore or Bellisimo when we are hankerin' for Italian. Both usually hit the nail on the head
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3:25p, 9/1/15
Sorrento, Antica Osteria, Coppa Osteria

Birraporetti is garbage. La Griglia and Grotto are crazy loud and were ruined once Landry's took over.
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Coltivare is Austin hipster garbage.
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In reply to Texaggie7nine • 4:13p, 9/1/15
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Is Crapitos still open?
Negative. I liked that place.
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