Bari Italian

Bari Italian reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Iowatraveler

   Denver7 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on December 30, 2022

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   The appetizers and entrees were good. Our main issue was the service. I do not necessarily blame the server- I don't think she was trained well. There is a timing in knowing when patrons are ready to order. We did indicate we would like to enjoy our cocktails/apps but she repeatedly returned and throughout meal we felt rushed. She forgot to leave the corks from wine, forgot the salad but returned with it served in a bowl that was HOT. When I mentioned the salad was served in a hot bowl , she just said "sorry". She started to take drinks away that weren't finished. We finally asked if they needed the table. The check was correctly divided and she was pleasant, just a little too much of a hurry. We tipped well (former servers usually do 😉) but expected a little less hurried experience with salad 🥗 in a cool bowl prior to entree.
   

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   Katie

   Chicago5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 28, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our table of four chose totally different entrees and all were delicious. Very enjoyable evening
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 29, 2022

   That is my FAVORITE way to dine! I love to get some of everyone else's dishes, however I hate to share mine! haha We are so glad that you enjoyed everything and wish you a wonderful New Year!
   

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   MichaelH

   Tampa3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 24, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Bari has great food and wine, excellent service, very comfortable surroundings. My favorite place to eat in Cedar Rapids.
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 27, 2022

   Michael thank you so much for the kind words! We are thrilled that we could make your experience great!
   

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   ScottL

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 21, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Another wonderful meal at Bari, food was excellent and great service.
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 23, 2022

   Scott thank you so much for the review! We are so happy that we could give you a great experience!
   

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   Thorse773

   Des Moines28 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 17, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent evening with friends and great food. We’ll definitely be back!!
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 20, 2022

   Thank you so much for the review!
   

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   Pete

   Des Moines5 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on December 17, 2022

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We arrived on time and were immediately seated. The Ceasar salad was served with a strong anchovy taste in the dressing and no mention of that in the menu description(The original receipe from Ceasar's in Tijuana where it was invented doesn't include that). The Lasgna was very good but the bar was out of any port at the end of the meal.
   

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   Wine8food

   Des Moines29 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 14, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Everything was perfect, from the service to the food!
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 14, 2022

   Thank you so much for the kind words, and we are so happy that you had such a great experience!
   

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   ScottL

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 11, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a lovely dinner with family. Great staff, good food. The only negative thing was they were out of several menu items, disappointing, but what we had was delicious.
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 13, 2022

   We are so happy that we could provide a great experience for you! Downfall to a scratch kitchen is having enough for everyone....but gives you items to look forward to in the next visit!
   

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   BruceB

   Denver15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on December 7, 2022

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   2nd time at Bar Italian and am very excited to have this dining option in Cedar Rapids. Great food. Great bourbon selection. Great service.
   

   Bari ItalianResponded on December 13, 2022

   Thank you so much Bruce! And let us know if there are any bourbons you would like to see on the list ao we have it for a future visit.
   

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    ChrisR

    Chicago1 review

    4.0

    Dined on December 4, 2022

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4

    Four of us had dinner at Bari Italian on 12/3/22. The table was pretty small for four of us with drinks, silverware, plates, almost no room for appetizers to be placed on the table. Otherwise the ambiance was very nice. Waitress seemed new, did not know how to pronounce many of the names of the dishes even as she was reading from notes. Service was timely, not rushed. The food was the start at Bari. We had four different entrees: gluten-free risotto dish, seafood bake special, Wild Boar Raghu and Chicken Marsala. Each meal was terrific. My wife thought eh chicken marsala was the best she ever had - I agreed! My wild boar meal was tender, flavorful and enjoyed every bite. Wine selection was good, but pricey. Total for 4 dinners, one appetizer and 8 drinks was $220 before tip. A little high, but feel the value was there. Will definitely go back, as I don't think we've had better Italian food in Cedar Rapids - ever.
    

    Bari ItalianResponded on December 5, 2022

    Chris thank you so much for taking time to share your experience! We are so happy that we provided such a great meal. Our menu changes 3 times a year so we hope to see you often!
    

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