La Fia Bistro Reviews Summary

Food Quality

Pros:

• "All 3 entrees were superb…braised beef short rib, saffron spaghetti allá chitarra, and gorgonzola dulce ravioli."
• "The food stole the show."
• "Really creative cuisine, and consistently good taste."
• "Every dish was delicate and distinct."
• "The food here is always divine."
• "The flavors and preparation of the dishes were put together with master craftsmanship."
• "The food options are unique and expertly prepared."

Cons:

• "Tuna Crudo was good, but had too much olive oil for my taste."
• "We all had a bit of trouble ordering because the menu items all had some ingredient in it that we just didn't want."
• "Literally our only complaint was the portions."
• "The fish was overlooked, dry and bland."
• "The grilled octapus was tender but that entire plate was flat because seasoning and acidity were missing."
• "The short rib was tender but the the way it was reheated it made it dry on the outside."
• "Both pastas were great, but the full portion of gnocchi was far too small for the full size price."

Service

Pros:

• "Our server was terrific and the food was out of this world."
• "Fantastic service."
• "Our server (Natasha) was so dedicated and attentive we would likely go back even if the food didn’t draw us back."
• "The staff was very helpful and knowledgeable about each dish."
• "Server was extremely attentive, and made good recommendations."
• "Enjoyed dinner & server Amy very friendly & attentive even with a busy night."
• "The waitress Natasha was very kind, efficient, and attentive."

Cons:

• "Our server was not the happiest person during the meal."
• "I was grossed out by unhygienic practices."
• "We were given a seat near the restrooms... tried to switch to the seat next to us... but he was denied, not sure why."
• "Service was a little slow but friendly."
• "When we asked to speak with the manager because of our poor experience, the server gave us an email address, and 6 months later we still haven't heard back."
• "The service was slow even though the restaurant was only about half full."
• "We felt unwelcome from the moment we entered by the host."

Ambiance

Pros:

• "A very nice and pleasant atmosphere."
• "Perfect Date Night /Celebration Spot!"
• "Tasteful, unique decor."
• "Great drinks, and amazing ambiance."
• "PHENOMENAL. Go ahead, make the reservations. This place is perfect for date night, very cozy atmosphere."
• "Liked the vibe of the place, very welcoming."
• "The atmosphere is sophisticated but comfortable and the restaurant sits on a corner allowing for many windows of natural light."

Cons:

• "Parking can be a pain in the butt, and the general area isn't the up-and-coming place that Wilmington is trying to sell it as."
• "Little pricey, especially considering the location."
• "Maybe even a bit too cozy as in there are too many tables in such a small space plus a little bar."
• "The volume and acoustics made it hard to have a conversation - which made it suboptimal for our anniversary."
• "We were also served water in dripping wet glasses."
• "We were seated against the wall and were crowded in by a group of about 20 people with their chairs added to the end of the table right next to mine."
• "If you can deal with panhandlers getting to and from your car it's not a bad experience."

Value

Pros:

• "Pricey but excellent value for money."
• "Considering what some very banal places charge now, prices quite good."
• "Even the prices are quite reasonable for such a fine restaurant."
• "The prices can't be beat for the type of food and service offered as well."
• "Really good price."
• "The price is very friendly! I can afford to come back!"
• "Not cheap, but a great experience for your money you won't find anywhere else."

Cons:

• "Price for the both of us came out to be $150, which is pretty high imo."
• "Little pricey, especially considering the location."
• "Like any place just a step under fine dining, the prices were a bit high while the portions were very small."
• "The Lamb was very good but a little pricy."
• "Items are pricey, but overall, the menu is very interesting and unique."
• "But the portions were too small."
• "But the service, and seating ruined the experience."