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Trattoria Antica
Trattoria Antica

Trattoria Antica Details

  • Dining Style: Casual Dining
  • Website: http://conterestaurantgroup.com
  • Email: carlos@conterestaurantgroup.com
  • Phone: (704) 243-0633
  • Hours of Operation: Dinner: Monday - Friday: 4:30 pm - 10:30 pm, Saturday: 4:30 pm - 11:00pm, Sunday: 4:30pm - 9:00pm
  • Payment Options: AMEX, MasterCard, Visa
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Dress Code: Casual Dress
  • Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
  • Additional Details: Bar Dining, Beer, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Takeout, Wine
  • Catering: Bring the flavors of Tuscany to your home, office or special venue. Whether you are planning a large reception or an intimate multi-course dinner, we can take care of all you off-site catering needs. We are also available to customize your special and private events. We can comfortably accommodate sixty-five guests for a seated dinner and over one hundred for a cocktail and hors d’oeuvres event.
  • Private Party Facilities: Trattoria's size and layout offers many options for groups or you can reserve the entire restaurant for your special event.
  • Private Party Contact: Carlos Garcia (704) 243-0633

Getting there

  • Cross Street: Alma Boulevard
  • Parking: Private Lot
A word from Trattoria Antica
Waxhaw welcomes authentic Italian tavern-style cuisine in a casual family setting. An extensive Italian wine selection is offered to pair with the delicious cuisine.
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  • Diners' Choice WinnerItalian
  • Diners' Choice WinnerNeighborhood Gem
Diner Reviews
  • "we came to Tratorria for 2 birthday celebrations. We arrived early to have a drink at the bar and our table was ready 1/2 early. This never happens. We had a nice relaxing dinner. Food and company were very good. This place was jamming."
    Dined on 3/1/2014
  • "We were a party of four with a 7:30 PM reservation on a Saturday evening. There were a few other parties with reservations and no place to wait. The bar area was full as well as the tiny seating area at the entrance. We stood for about 15 minutes until we were seated at our table. From that point our service was very good. We all ordered something different. Everyone enjoyed their meal, but the food did not WOW us. We will probably give it another try during the week."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "We have been to Trattoria Antica about ten times. The food was very good as usual. Service was not up to par. We were seated at a booth. Our server was also tending bar. It took more than 10 minutes to take our drink order after we were seated. They forgot my wife's salad after two reminders. They gave me food meant for the guy one table over from us (mixed order). They were not busy (fairly early on a Sunday evening) so that was not the problem. We had to ask other servers to help. I love their food. Most of the other waiters are very good, but, am in no hurry to go back."
    Dined on 3/2/2014
  • "Trattoria Antica is always on point. food is memorable and wine list is fantastic. Prices are extremely reasonable and for the quality of food/wine the dollar goes a very long way."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We waited for 15 minutes after our reservation time to be seated. The place was hopping and service was slow. BUT they redeemed themselves by giving us a free dessert and glass of port. The food was good. Overall , a pleasant night. Will try again."
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "We were passing through Waxhaw and found this little gem. The restaurant is small and clean with an authentic feel to it. The food was outstanding and our waiter was great. We will go back in the future!"
    Dined on 2/28/2014
  • "I'm not a foodie per se, I just like good food. As always the food was great. My wife and I really love the food. This time we brought the kids and they really like it as well"
    Dined on 2/23/2014
  • "Great food, great service. Carlos the manager takes care of this customers. AND...reasonably priced. We will be back."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "We were very excited to try the restaurant being new to the area but were unfortunately quite disappointed. The food is average and our poor service made our experience worse. I expected much more from a place that thinks so highly of itself. We would recommend Osso in Charlotte if you are looking for great Italian dining."
    Dined on 2/21/2014
  • "Bad sign, when I called 30 minutes before my reservation to confirm directions and got "hello." After I was assured I did not call the wrong number, we learned that it isn't REALLY that far from south Charlotte area - pleasant surprise, actually. The food was excellent. Now for the bad news. I don't recall waiting so long just to talk to someone after being seated at any restaurant EVER. We were certain we were seated at one of THOSE tables - on the edge of 2 wait zones, and no one really had our table. Waiter served our entree and realized we never got our bruschetta. I honestly think the worst part of the experience was being totally ignored unless taking an order, delivering food, or handing me the check - 3 contacts."
    Dined on 2/22/2014
  • "If there is one thing to try in life before you die its this place, such a fantastic place leaving me with no complaints at all! I recommend you reserve a seat if your dinning on the weekend like me and my lady did. Service was fantastic waited a few minutes for a table, but not long at all after me a free glass of champagne for the wait, which was delicious. The food is just out of this world, puts the fake Italian Olive Garden to shame, and its cheaper with a way better ambiance! Just all around perfect will keep going back!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Ever since we discovered this restaurant two years ago, it has been our favorite place to eat! Whether with girlfriends, another couple, or just with my husband, the atmosphere is always good and the food is just outstanding! Can;t say enough good things - make your reservation early in the week because it is not a super large place."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Wife and I escaped the kids for a few hours.Chicken Parm was A-1!! Seaford with linguine also A-1!! Service was a bit slow but didn't detract from experience. Can t wait to go back!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "The food was generally of high quality, though not quite up to a couple of other Italian restaurants that we've been to in the area (i.e. Riccio's or Rudy's). The environment was hard-surfaced, with tile floors, which felt more like a kitchen than a fine restaurant. However, the real downside for us was the wait-staff's constant banter. He appeared to find it humorous, and other waiters there seemed to have a similarly over-familiar approach; we found it tiresome."
    Dined on 2/16/2014
  • "Food was delicious. salmon was amazing.Great night . Our server made sure we had exactly what we wanted . And always tended to us. Thank you"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Terrific Waxhaw addition. Attentive staff. Good diverse menu. A bit loud. Made birthday celebration special!"
    Dined on 2/15/2014
  • "Delicious meal from appetizer to coffee,(delicious) and dessert."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "We made a last minute reservation for Valentine's day - the place was very busy, but the service was great! The wait staff was very attentive and helpful. Our food was excellent. We will definitely be back!"
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Great seafood and pasta dishes. Nice selection of wines. Good service."
    Dined on 2/14/2014
  • "Antipasto Toscano and Pasta al Forno were excellent! Chicken parm was a bit dry. Great, friendly service."
    Dined on 2/10/2014
  • "Had a 7:30 reservation and was seated right away. Felt bad for all of the people who showed up without one. The wait was 1 1/2 hrs. Food was Outstanding, as I stated. I gave service a very good because it took a bit of time before we received water and our fresh bread was brought out long after we placed our order. The bread which was very good, arrived 3 min. before our appetizer. Would have been nice to enjoy the bread for awhile with our wine before our appetizer showed up. All of the other parts of the meal came out spaced apart very well."
    Dined on 2/8/2014
  • "Was recommended by friends and we were not disappointed. Enjoyed the food and service and were not rushed. We will go back again."
    Dined on 2/3/2014
  • "This is our second visit at Trattoria Antica, such a great experience on our first visit. I made reservations online and when entering the restaurant it was extremely busy and a little chaotic. I spoke with the host and let him know we had reservations he let us know our table would be right up, well after after informing us know numerous times we would be seated right away, we were not seated until 40 mins after our reservation time. When asking we found that they were short wait staff with no notice on a Friday evening. If the food had not been so good we would not consider coming back and hope that on the next visit when a reservation is made we will actually be seated upon arrival. Great food, chalking it up to them being short staffed!"
    Dined on 1/31/2014
  • "If you have never been, you will be pleasantly suprised to find such a great restaurant tucked in a small strip center in Waxhaw. I have eaten there several times a month for the past 9 months and have never been disappointed. On this night (Wednesday) we went for the half price bottle of wine night and were very pleased on the bottle recommended by John. The bruschetta is a great starter. We went with the seafood special, excellently prepared salmon and scallops."
    Dined on 1/30/2014
  • "This isn't a bad spot at all but the noise level is a bit high making conversation somewhat challenging. Food is tasty but a little pricey for locale. I had a plate placed on the table with a side item and nothing was mentioned about it being hot but it ruined my dining experience when I touched it. I was in pain for the rest of the evening."
    Dined on 12/28/2013
  • "I made reservations for a birthday dinner for my freind(s). The evening started out great. The manager was very gracious, in the beginning of the evening. As the evening progressed thing start to go down hill. The waiter was not very friend, very slow and had a hard time finding him, considering the restaurant is not that big. The only plus I can say about the restaurant is the food is GREAT !!!!!"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "We made reservations for a Sunday night through the 'open table' website. Under the special requests box I mentioned that I recently had major surgery, had to use a cane and a footstool, and if possible could we be seated away from the main traffic area (we were dining with another couple). Before we entered the restaurant, the manager already had the door open for us and proceeded to give me a couple of seating options that would best suit my situation. Our waiter, Alberto, was wonderful, helping us select some fantastic dishes, as well as a nice bottle of wine. I noticed that Alberto was being spread a little thin, having to do some bartending as well, but it did not take away from our service in any way. He is a true professional."
    Dined on 1/26/2014
  • "One of our favorite dining places. Food is always the best and if we ask for a favorite waiter they are very accommodating"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "My husband and I visited on a Sat. Nite. We booked a reservation for 6 pm since 6:30 was not available. We were greeted by the host and were seated immediately. Waiter was very helpful in choosing our bottle of wine in the price range we requested. We shared the fried calamari app. Which was excellent. I had linguini fra diavolo which was delish and hubby ordered the cavatelli and loved it. Small dining room was cozy and dimly lit adding to the ambiance. Great experience we look forward to repeating many times over. My upcoming birthday maybe?"
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "Have been to this spot many times. Always good food, excellent service."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "The food was so well prepared, however it seemed to be too casual an atmosphere for the caliber of food. Where are the tablecloths? Pretentious service for a casual place and attitude by the host. They should take a lesson from sister restaurant Toscana.. This is the younger sibling and it needs to grow up. Just because it is in Waxhaw, this restaurant seems to try to have an informal atmosphere, but they have seriously good food."
    Dined on 1/25/2014
  • "We took out-of-town visitors to Trattoria Antica for dinner on Thursday evening (half price wine night) and once more had a wonderful experience. The wine was wonderful and reasonably priced and the food was fabulous. I think the restaurant servers were in short supply because our waiter also served as the bartender, a dual role that sometimes left us without an attentive waiter for periods of time. Thankfully, these friends go back to 1971 so we had so much to talk about that it was only slightly noticeable. Our guest said his eggplant was the best he had ever had. When we finished and were waiting to order coffee and dessert, it took a while to be noticed, The waiter sent over a complimentary Tiara Mi Su to sample and we were happy!"
    Dined on 1/23/2014
  • "We drove 20 miles just to have their braised suckling pig which was exceptional! This is a restaurant week special but I wish they would put it on the regular menu. Agusto Conte is the owner of this neighborhood gem in addition to other great restaurants in Charlotte. The quality and service in his establishments is consistently top notch."
    Dined on 1/22/2014
  • "Loved every bite! Service was great! I will be back for sure! So glad it's close by!"
    Dined on 1/21/2014
  • "This little find in a strip mall is a great little find. Very good,authentic Italian food. Must go to..Very friendly and helpful wait staff and floor supervisor."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Living in Waxhaw has been a challenge as far as finding good places to eat. But we were pleasantly surprised by the quality of this restaurant. It is definitely one we will return to."
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Tratoria Antica is a real gem here in Waxhaw....close to home...fine dinning at a reasonable price..outstanding food and service! We are always treated like we are a guest in their home...we look forward to the next time!!"
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Right there with the best of NY Italian restaurants. Consistent great and friendly service. The food, wow!, is always the star of the show. Already have the next reservation made!"
    Dined on 1/18/2014
  • "Everything was good...not great. It was not particularly memorable but we were eating off of the Queen's feast menu so, perhaps their regular menu is more exciting. The manager was very welcoming and attentive but I cannot say the same for our waiter. He was all "business". I think I'd just as soon go uptown for something more special."
    Dined on 1/17/2014
  • "We always enjoy dinner at this restaurant but some of their prices, especially appetizers, are much too high."
    Dined on 1/10/2014
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