Al Di La - Permanently Closed, Charleston, SC

Al Di La - Permanently Closed

4.3

1366 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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Al Di La is a neighborhood restaurant serving simple, authentic Northern Italian cuisine. At Al Di La we strive to create a seasonally-inspired menu comprised of fresh, mainly local ingredients. We are an owner-operated establishment serving both lunch and dinner.

Some features of Al Di La: handmade pasta selections, fresh daily-baked focaccia bread, delicate desserts prepared on-site, an extensive Italian wine list, a wine bar, and two outdoor patios. Guests also have the choice of enjoying wood-fired pizzette, Italian cheeses, meats, and vegetables to name a few. Join us anytime and prepare to get away, or as 'al di la' translates to mean, prepare to go 'beyond the beyond.'

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(843) 571-2321
Website
http://www.aldilarestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Christian Abbot
Private party contact
Gillian Kohn: (843) 571-2321

Location
25 Magnolia Rd., Charleston, SC 29407
Neighborhood
West Ashley
Cross street
Highway 17
Parking details
Street<br />Parking Lot<br />Complimentary Valet
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

A Little Plate of Mixed Olives$4.00
Steamed Mussels$9.00
Sausage, Tomato Fennel Broth
Beef Carpaccio$8.50
Arugula, Lemon Olive Oil, Fried Capers, Sea Salt
Bruschetta$7.25
Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato Salad (V)
Shepherd's Salad$8.00
Mixed Greens, Soppressata, Genoa Salami, Pecorino, Walnuts, Grapes, Citrus Vinaigrette
Spinach Salad$8.50
Pancetta, Grape Tomatoes, Ricotta Salata, Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette
Gazpacho$8.25
with Marinated Seafood

Primi

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup (V)$5.25
Fettuccine Bolognese$11.00
Tagliatelle$13.50
Duck Confit, Cremini Mushrooms, Truffle Oil
Ricotta & Mascarpone Gnocchi$12.50
Shrimp, Grape Tomatoes, Basil
Asparagus Risotto$18.00
with Seared Sea Scallops
Strangozzi Spoletina$12.00
Pancetta, Housemade Sausage, Cream, Nutmet, Lemon Zest
Pappardelle$15.00
with Lamb Ragu

Secondi

Pesce Del Giorno
- Market Price
Grilled Pork Chop$22.00
Garlic Tomato Demi, Mashed Potatoes
Baked Eggplant$15.00
Pecorino, Spicy Tomato Sauce, Polenta (V)
Duo of Duck$26.00
Duck Breast and Leg of Duck Confit, Root Vegetables, Apple Cider Reduction
Hunter$17.00
Style Chicken, Grilled Onions, Prosciutto, Fava Beans, Potatoes
Grilled Flat Iron Steak$24.00
Truffle Butter, Brussels Sprouts, Mashed Potatoes

Dolci

Tiramisu
with Toasted Hazelnuts
Ricotta Cheesecake
with Berries
Gelato Del Giorno

What 1,366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.4Service
4.1Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

1,354 Reviews

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Jimboelrod
Charleston
102 reviews
vip
3.0
102 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2020
overall3food3service4ambience3
Not as good as it was prior to the ownership change. I have other Italian options that are now more appealing.
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 8, 2020
overall4food4service1ambience4
Our waitress was not attentive, our food was delivered almost 20 min apart from the other people in my party, did not check on us to see if we needed drinks. The food was good, it is a shame the service was so poor.
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johnbquick
Philadelphia
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 21, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience4
Limited menu of popular Italian entrees, but each excellently done. Portions generpus but not overwhelming. Friendly casual atmosphere! Great service !
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TimM
Charleston
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall3food3service3ambience4
My husband and I chose Al Di La to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary. We give the experience a solid B. The service was average. The food, was good. Not great and certainly nothing special.
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Alex
New Mexico
108 reviews
vip
3.0
108 reviews
Dined on February 16, 2020
overall3food3service5ambience2
Our server was fantastic!! Food was mediocre for Italian in Charleston!
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OpenTable Diner
Raleigh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service4ambience4
This was out first time dining here. The food was great and the place was packed. Hostess and owner spoke with lots of folks, so this must be a place locals visit again and again. We will too!
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Helena
Charleston
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 15, 2020
overall4food5service5ambience4
Noise level very high Will not go on a Sat nite too crowded But food and service was excellent!
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WilliamB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2020
overall2food2service3ambience3
Menu was limited, risotto was mushy. Appetizer was a tasty tomato, cheese and crab
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on February 2, 2020
overall3food5service2ambience3
Problem in kitchen slowed everything; when it arrived, food very good. Management comped some things.
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TonyG68
Charleston
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on February 2, 2020
overall3food4service3ambience3
The dinner was “okay”. The calamari appetizer was nothing special. I really wanted the lasagna but they sold out 😔 the night before. Would probably go again if I knew that they had it. Took a little longer than it should have to get our food. They did comp us some delicious meatballs.
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SusanP
Charleston
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 27, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
For Italian food this side of Italy, the food is very authentic. The meatballs were very tender and the marinara was a little spicy, but not too spicy. Everyone in out party enjoyed their entrees. Our waiter, Mike, was very personable. All in all, would highly recommend.
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puppy
Chicago
41 reviews
vip
2.0
41 reviews
Dined on January 25, 2020
overall2food3service4ambience1
To begin, waitress was very sweet & did everything that she should have to make this a pleasant experience. Although the restaurant was almost empty (Saturday night), the food took a very long time to be prepared. The focaccia which used to be served warm, was brought out completely cold. It has such good flavor, that it was still good. One of us ordered the restaurant week meal. The appetizer was good & plentiful. The main course, which was cavatelli pasta w/ eggplant was very tasty. Only problem was that the portion of pasta was the equivalent of 1/4 of a cup, remaining plate was sauce & a bit of eggplant. Other meal was fine. Tiramisu was OK. The price for the meal was way too high for what we were served. We were told that new owners took over about 6 months ago & are hoping to work things out. Good luck.
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ChristieS
Charleston
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 18, 2020
overall2food1service3ambience2
The quality of the dish that were ordered was terrible.
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ts4u
Charleston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always amazing food! Downtown quality without the hassle of going downtown.
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th13760
Atlanta Metro
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2020
overall5food3service5ambience5
We dined here for my husband’s birthday and they were participating in Charleston Restaurant Week. Good food for good value but I would like to return to try something off of the regular menu. My only disappointment: They were out of riesling. The server and manager were extremely pleasant.
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frankd
Greensboro
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2020
overall4food3service5ambience4
We were given the best table in the house, over looking the rest of the dining room. The service was first rate the food was good but my entre chicken parmigiana was good but it needed a topping of marinara sauce to complete the dish. My wife had a shrimp dish that needed a bit more sauce also. The price was fair and yes I would try them again in the future
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MarieS
Philadelphia
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 11, 2020
overall1food1service1ambience1
We had a reservation for 7 and still didn’t have food at 8. We left within eating. Place is VERY noisy
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AgnesM
Charleston
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 10, 2020
overall3food4service3ambience2
Service was slow. Noise was unbearable.
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LindaC
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 9, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
Good was delicious and the service was beyond compare. The whole experience was wonderful.
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 7, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed our meal and our server was spectacular! The only reason to lose 1 Star for value was because we felt that the portions were slightly smaller than what we expected. We’ll definitely be going back!
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MarshallS
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 3, 2020
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a delightful dining experience. A little jewel in Avondale. The valet parking was greatly appreciated as well.
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Rems
Charleston
24 reviews
vip
4.0
24 reviews
Dined on January 3, 2020
overall4food4service4ambience3
Cacio e Pepe was wonderful, cocktails very good, and Ricardo, our server, was wonderful.
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
55 reviews
3.0
55 reviews
Dined on December 22, 2019
overall3food3service5ambience4
The menu is nothing that you see online. Appetizers were good. The s trees not so good. The eggplant Parmesan was soggy watery mushy. I had the shrimp dish it was good but smelled a little fishy. The service was excellent. Small menu. Not sure we would return.
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CynthiaA
Charleston
19 reviews
3.0
19 reviews
Dined on December 15, 2019
overall3food4service2ambience3
Somewhat disappointed in our evening here although our server did the best she could and was apologetic. Food was ok, but took too long to come out of the kitchen due to ‘back up’ ...Restaurant was not overly full and I didn’t notice a sudden onslaught of guests arriving at the same time. I guess too many tables ordered at the same time...
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience3
Good food tonight. Not entirely mind blowing. Enjoyed it and will keep coming back.
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BrendanF
Philadelphia
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 11, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
Haven't been here in a while. It use to be one my favorite Italian restaurants for a fair price In my opinion it continues to progress downwards each time I go. Not sure what has happened.
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JoanneA
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 6, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great food and easy access. Nice find in a quiet neighborhood.
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ApparelBob
New York Area
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on November 27, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had a wonderful meal in a beautiful space with e xcel lent service. A family favorite.
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AshleyR
Charleston
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience2
Great anniversary dinner!
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OpenTable Diner
Miami
1 review
vip
1.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2019
overall1food1service1ambience1
Terrible since the ownership & chef changed. Same name but not the same restaurant.
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FredP
Chicago
3 reviews
vip
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2019
overall2food1service2ambience3
while i don't know for sure, our experience at Al Di LA suggested they have new owners. I was told they have a new exec chef. I didn't inquire about the restaurants ownership. But overall the changes are not for the better. The food is what alway brought us there, particularly the penne pasta with spicy italian sausage. It got removed from the menu with the change of chef I was told. The rigatoni i did have was rubbery, a bit too large, and the braised oxtail mixed wth it was soggy and lacking flavor. I've taken this place off my short list of go-to restaurants for Italian
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DANIELR
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2019
overall3food2service2ambience4
Expensive and unimpressive. Shrimp tagliatelle was dry and flavorless. Service is below par. Overpriced
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OwenP
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience4
Food was delicious and pasta was definitely made in-house, service was friendly and attentive even on a busy Saturday night. Atmosphere was decorated nicely and the noise level was high but was not interrupting of conversation. The dining space has enough room in-between tables to not hear the conversation next to you. Loved everything about the dining experience.
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FelipeP
Charleston
7 reviews
3.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2019
overall3food3service3ambience3
Overall good! To much pepper in the meal.
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2019
overall4food4service4ambience3
Service was really good - our server was very attentive and asked if we needed help with wine selections, etc. The food was good, but portions were on the smaller side. 2 of the 4 people in our party had chicken parmigiana (what Italian restaurant doesn’t have veal parmigiana?) and the pasta was dry - both had to ask for sauce to moisten it. One person had eggplant parmigiana and although tasty, it was literally ONE piece of eggplant. ONE. I have never had parmigiana that wasn’t layered. Good but not completely filling.
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Suzy
Jacksonville
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 29, 2019
overall2food1service3ambience2
Our first time there celebrating both our birthdays and our anniversary! We wanted something special. From out of state and relying on reviews and the internet menu, I had pre-chosen a particular dish, since I don't eat meat. We found the service to be slow and we were informed by the waitress (who was very pleasant), as we were about to order, that she had just found out that the gnocchi would not be available because the chef screwed up and it was not fit to serve. I have never heard of this happening, especially for an established restaurant. We chose to leave but the waitress offered an alternative. Because of a miscommunication, I could not eat it. She offered something else but my husband was already eating and we had been waiting long enough. It was a nightmare! And, our dream of celebrating was over. They took it off our check and we left without any Birthday or Anniversary good wishes. I would not recommend this restaurant.
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MindelleS
Charleston
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience5
We enjoyed our evening at Al Di La this past weekend. Our server was attentive. The kitchen made sure we had delicious tasting dairy-free meals. They were especially accommodating. My pasta with mushrooms was excellent without any cheese mixed in. My husband had the oxtail and pasta with a tomato sauce, because the marinara had a bit of cream in it. And it was a perfect evening to sit outside and enjoy the quiet.
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CharlestonDiner
Charleston
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2019
overall4food4service5ambience4
Not our first time here, so we already knew we liked the food. But we hadn’t been in a while, so we were reminded of the simple menu and focus on seasonal items, all in a relaxing/unrushed atmosphere. We especially enjoyed our server, Ricardo! Great service and so friendly! He really made our experience fabulous!
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Philsal
Charleston
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall5food4service4ambience4
We made a last minute reservation online after a long absence and was pleasantly impressed! The food was wonderful, service was good and we could hear each other! Under new ownership and looking forward to another visit soon!
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JimL
Philadelphia
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great waiter Daniel provided service and knew a lot about wine
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Al Di La - Permanently Closed does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Al Di La - Permanently Closed also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (843) 571-2321.

Al Di La - Permanently Closed is rated 4.3 stars by 1366 OpenTable diners.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

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25 Magnolia Rd., Charleston, SC 29407

Additional information

Cross street
Highway 17
Neighborhood
West Ashley
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street<br />Parking Lot<br />Complimentary Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Christian Abbot
Additional
Bar Dining, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

Website
http://www.aldilarestaurant.com/
Phone number
(843) 571-2321
Private party contact
Gillian Kohn: (843) 571-2321

Al Di La - Permanently Closed

Permanently Closed

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Menu

Antipasti

A Little Plate of Mixed Olives$4.00

Steamed Mussels$9.00

Beef Carpaccio$8.50

Bruschetta$7.25

Shepherd's Salad$8.00

Spinach Salad$8.50

Gazpacho$8.25

Primi

Creamy Tomato Basil Soup (V)$5.25

Fettuccine Bolognese$11.00

Tagliatelle$13.50

Ricotta & Mascarpone Gnocchi$12.50

Asparagus Risotto$18.00

Strangozzi Spoletina$12.00

Pappardelle$15.00

Secondi

Pesce Del Giorno

Grilled Pork Chop$22.00

Baked Eggplant$15.00

Duo of Duck$26.00

Hunter$17.00

Grilled Flat Iron Steak$24.00

Dolci

Tiramisu

Ricotta Cheesecake

Gelato Del Giorno

What 1,366 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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