Trattoria NeapolisPrimo!Neapolis is rapidly becoming my favorite restaurant. The cocktails are consistently delicious and creative, the wine list is outstanding, the atmosphere stunning and the food fabulous! On this visit, I had a softshell crab/squid ink pasta that was to-die-for. We also recently got a couple of take-out pizzas and the arugula salad and those were delicious as well. The best thing about this place is that it's totally a special occasion restaurant, but there are simple and affordable items on the menu as well, so you can go in a group without feeling like you're obligating anyone to a huge bill, or you can drop in on the spur-of-the-moment without feeling like you're splurging. This restaurant manages to be all things to all people!5/11/2013 12:00:00 AMBeautiful place, fine foodEnjoyed a lunch with a friend there. Great interior, good menu. Food was delicious and service attentive.5/9/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent Lake aVE VENUEBeautiful bar, food great, service nice. All you could ask for in a moderately priced Lake Ave venue.5/3/2013 12:00:00 AMFirst, but not the Last Time!This was our first visit to Trattoria Neapolis, based on the recommendation of a friend who had dinner there. This was lunch and we look forward to returning for dinner. The menu is extensive, with every Italian food represented. They also have a large wine by the glass (or bottle) listing together with a number of beers on draught. It is a large restaurant, but warm and inviting.5/2/2013 12:00:00 AMWe stumbled across this restaurantWe stumbled across this restaurant though Open Table and will definitely be back! Artichoke heart appetizer was fantastic and the service was impeccable. The panna cotta made with Greek yogurt was also a wonderful surprise. The kitchen made a mistake on one of our side dishes, twice actually, but the waiter was very polite and insisted on making the kitchen get it right... they did and it was delicious, and the waiter took it off our bill for the inconvenience. Hey, we all mistakes, but it's how we deal with them that make all the difference. In this case, they way they handled it made us want to return, and we will.4/29/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat New Restaurant In PasadenaLittle hidden gem in Pasadena! Great service great ambiance. Loved it!4/28/2013 12:00:00 AMA very good restaurant. WaitstaffA very good restaurant. Waitstaff is attentive and knowledgeable. Beautifully decor.4/25/2013 12:00:00 AMFood and service were quiteFood and service were quite good. Only comment was that the waiter was determined to tell us the specials BEFORE he would take the drink order.4/24/2013 12:00:00 AMDrinks were amazing! DidDrinks were amazing! Did not like the focaccia but did enjoy dinner and appetizers. I will definitely to back.4/19/2013 12:00:00 AMWonderful Dining ExperienceThis was our 2nd time at the restaurant. The first was Christmas Eve, when they were exceptionally busy and it was still quite new. On Tuesday, when we were there it was much more quiet. EVERYTHING about the evening was exceptional. We were there to celebrate a birthday with a party of 4. Everyone had something different, and all were excellent. We enjoyed their specialty cocktails, a couple of appetizers to share (meatballs and risotto balls, a couple of salads (the arugula salad was the only item I wouldn't order again -- a bit boring). Entrees consisted of the pork chop (best ever tasted), 2 pasta dishes (both excellent) and the fish special. I should note that the service was also excellent. We look forward to going back!4/16/2013 12:00:00 AMA sincere, friendly welcomeA sincere, friendly welcome by a manager vs. a hostess at check-in was unique and made me feel special.The professional waiter was superior. Squash blossom appetizer was exceptional; pizza was prepared by someone who really knew what s/he was doing, in the best oven. Gelato needs work -- a bit heavier and denser than what one finds on its home turf. Worth crossing town to visit.4/10/2013 12:00:00 AMFabulous restaurantWe simply love this restaurant. The food is excellent. Attention is paid to special needs. The service is incredible. The menu is innovative and tasty.4/4/2013 12:00:00 AMI had the pork chops and myI had the pork chops and my wife had the pasta bolognese. The food was delightful and yummy! Incredible wine list. Knowledgeable server and staff!4/2/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat cocktail menu and drinkGreat cocktail menu and drink execution. Good food menu, uneven but mostly good execution.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMI live and work in Pasadena,I live and work in Pasadena, therefore been to almost all the restaurants in the area. This is one of my favorites. Came back to Neapolis a total of 4 times. It is very consistent in terms of food quality and service.3/22/2013 12:00:00 AM