Barzini's Italiano

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   CassandraS

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Fun place with fantastic homemade food! We will definitely go back.
   

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   JodyY

   Minneapolis

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 23, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   The four of us all had something different and it was all delicious. Will definitely be back.
   

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   Crackel

   Minneapolis

   10 reviews

   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on May 20, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   I’m always skeptical about Italian food from restaurants. Unless they’re really good I always feel like I could make what I’m having at home. Barzini’s is different. They prepare seemingly simple dishes really well. We’ve had their spaghetti and meatballs, the steak Alfredo and the tortellini Alfredo. Not complex stuff. All the dishes were excellent and we couldn’t stop raving about the food while we were eating it. Give Barzini’s a try and hopefully you’ll discover, like we did, your favorite place for Italian food.
   

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   TerriM

   Minneapolis

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 19, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   An excellent place to eat . Delicious with a fun quiet atmosphere ..
   

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   Shannen

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   We come to Barzini's often. Never a disappointment. Always amazing personal service. Food is phenomenal! Unlimited twisty bread sticks fresh out of the oven. Very Godfather like. Highly recommend if you want good Italian, not that Olive Ga**en crap!
   

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   JoanE

   Minneapolis

   17 reviews

   4.0

   17 reviews

   Dined on May 13, 2023

   overall4food3service5ambience5

   A cute little restaurant with superior service and good Italian American food.
   

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   Cindy

   Minneapolis

   24 reviews

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   4.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on May 5, 2023

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   Very good food except the pasta was warm. Around the edges of my dish the pasta was cold. I had the chicken Alfredo. The chicken was plentiful and the sauce was good. Home -made breadsticks were fantastic and you could get unlimited if you wanted. The atmosphere was set in the 1920’s flapper era or Godfather movie. Our server was excellent. She wore a flapper dress to fit in with the decor of the restaurant. I would probably go back again.
   

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   Chemi

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 3, 2023

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   We came to Barzini's for a birthday dinner and it surpassed all expectations. Our food was fantastic, our server was so kind and attentive, and the décor was fun! We will definitely be returning in the future.
   

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   Nina

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 2, 2023

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   Though offering a limited menu, our food was excellent. Staff was very attentive and service was prompt. Quiet enough to converse. Will definitely return.
   

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    Josh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

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    I really enjoyed my food (steak alfredo!) and felt like it was much cheaper than a comparable meal at another restaurant. The staff were really nice too, made the atmosphere really enjoyable.
    

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    AndersonK

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food3service5ambience5

    It would be nice to see this them add a few healthy alternatives other than the side dinner salad. There are many people that eat a Gluten Free diet, but there were no options. the proteins available were Chicken or Steak only. A shrimp option would have been nice.
    

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    CassandraJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

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    This was our first visit and won’t be our last! Such a quaint yet quirky atmosphere and the food is delicious!!
    

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    Amie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

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    Excellent food (steak alfredo, meatloaf, steak bites soup) and fast and friendly service.
    

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    DianeS

    Minneapolis

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 26, 2023

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    Emily is the best!! It was my boyfriends 60th birthday. I brought a cake that they kept in the fridge for us. Food was fantastic. Service was fantastic. This is an awesome cozy place to have dinner.
    

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    KatyP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Absolutely beautifully quaint!! We loved the atmosphere and the authenticity! The food is simple and fantastic! The breadsticks melt in your mouth. Service is friendly and fast! Loved our experience!
    

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    TeresaV

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Went for a birthday celebration. Food was delicious. Will definitely be back.
    

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    DnA42

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 16, 2023

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    The atmosphere is elegant and classy. Service was amazing along with the food. Had the steak and our friend had the tortellini. Highly recommend to ask for the pink sauce! Overall had a great experience and will be back soon!
    

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    Danni

    Minneapolis

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3

    Second visit. Servers were attentive, friendly and cordial. Seated in a corner booth by window. The padded seats were ripped and taped which was uncomfortable wearing shorts. Water served in plastic cups seemed tacky. Meals were deliciously served hot and plates were full. The molton lava cake is a must for dessert! Suggest having decaf coffee available in the evening. Love that the noise level is low for easy conversation. Will be return guests!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience2

    It’s a strange place. The food was good, not fantastic, but good. The service was prompt, but the female server we had could use some “polishing” on etiquette. She wasn’t rude, but just seemed a little “rough around the edges”. She almost seemed drunk or under the influence of something. It was a weird experience. Not sure I’ll go back there.
    

    Barzini's ItalianoResponded on April 20, 2023The server you, unfortunately, dealt with that night is no longer with us. I apologize for your experience and want to show you a much better overall experience. I know from experience that the food also tastes better when everything else is as it should be. Please give us another try. Respectfully, Barzini's.
    

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    MarieJ

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    First time there! Service and food were great! Not a lot of annoying background noise. It's so nice to be able to hear people you're dining with and have a conversation!
    

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    GmasC

    Minneapolis

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience3

    It is traditional dark Italian ambiance. It’s small & could feel a little crowded. The fake piano player is cute but takes up space & sort of noisy to sit next to. Food was DELICIOUS! We had steak alfredo, spaghetti with meatballs, & soup & salad. Portions were enough to have some leftover. Dessert was SINFUL, chocolate lava cake & best tiramisu I’ve had!
    

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    RebeccaP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It is a small place, but the food is amazing and the staff is very attentive. I look forward to going back and eating there again.
    

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    SirWilfret

    Minneapolis

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Been here twice now and both times were very nice. The decorating is unique, the food is good and in decent portion sizes. Everyone loves the breadsticks. The spaghetti in meat sauce is great, everyone who had the steak enjoyed it, and the tortellini my son really liked. So I’d go back here again. Good for families, smaller gatherings (the one time we had 8, but I wouldn’t have more than 8-12 there as it is tiny), and date night.
    

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    Holly

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4

    The food was okay. Spaghetti sauce was a little to sweet for me. He got the meatloaf, to me, it tasted like a diners Salisbury steak. I did not care for it.
    

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    PaulaG

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Tried Barzini's Italiano for the first time last night. It was a wonderful experience from the time you walked in to the time you walked out. The Ambiance was so refreshing and relaxing! It just felt like you walked into a restaurant right in the middle of Italy. The italian dressing was to die for! Johnny, the piano player was fabulous too! I'll be back with more friends!
    

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    LeslieK

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was fantastic and we loved the small atmosphere!
    

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    Rucifee

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall2food3service3ambience1

    Dirty tablecloth, dirty menus, gross rubber and felt coasters, weird decor including tons of fake plants, mannequins and chinsy holiday lights. Food was just ok
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love everything about this place! Their tortellini is amazing with steak!
    

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    Connie

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5

    Nice little treasure we found in Anoka. Excellent food. We’ll be back.
    

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    DinnerGator

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The service was excellent, the food great. We had a large group and these folks handled it like there were four of us. Thank you, we’ll be back!
    

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    franklin

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    A very limited menu, but everything we've tried has been good. Wish they had cocktails too (they have wine and beer). Always good service. Typically the place is packed and there is wait time, but our most recent visit it was much quieter. Worth trying if you haven't been there!
    

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    NicB

    Minneapolis

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5

    Cute and cozy with a nice ambiance. The navy is very limited so we thought they must just do what they do very well! I got the steak Alfredo and my husband got the Cajun chicken Alfredo. It was good but nothing special.
    

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    Marlene

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

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    I love the way I am treated there, from the greet, service and leaving. So warm and welcoming.
    

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    DaveL

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 14, 2023

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    Great food! Lots of options with what seems to be a limited menu. Great meet and sauces.
    

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    JenniferS

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Barzinis is a hidden treasure in this area. We loved everything about the restaurant. Food was amazing, staff was outstanding and the ambiance was incredible. We can't wait to go back. Perfect for special occasion or date night!
    

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    Member

    Minneapolis

    137 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    137 reviews

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience4

    Small restaurant with cute decor. Vegetarian options are extremely limited—an Italian restaurant without marinara pasta sauce? The angel hair pasta came out clumpy and meatballs were small but plenty. Garlic bread was dry and no hint of garlic. Doubt we will be back — with only meat options, it will be hard to come here with others who will want more dining options.
    

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    Momout

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall3food3service4ambience3

    I was extremely excited at the prospect of a good Italian food restaurant in Anoka. When we entered I noticed many different goofy décor choices, such as a mannequin seated at a piano playing music, small water fountains with Grecian statues hanging from the ceiling, and silk flowers everywhere. I do not know if the intention was to have theatrical looking décor, but it made me a bit sad. The menu is very limited, while I did not count the options I think there was less than 10 main entrée meals including Caesar salad. My meal had a generous quantity, The steak bites were cooked correctly, but it was lacking in flavor. The breadstick that came with it was oddly similar to a hand twisted Pillsbury breadstick, and the salad was basic iceberg that could have come from a bag. As we ate and looked around the restaurant we noticed the G's décor is still there as well. Making it an odd blend of Irish and Italian stuff. I wanted to desperately to love this place, but the more we sat and looked around, the more oddities we discovered. It didn't help that despite the place being full, no one was speaking above a whisper.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    highly recommended by friends and now we know why. Great food, service and cool atmosphere!
    

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    CurtisJ

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great ambiance and food. Loved the old school Italian vibe.
    

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    DarrylB

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    There was no wait to be seated. The theme is a 1920s speakeasy, wait staff is dressed for the period, there is a manikin at the player piano which really helps sell the vibe. We have eaten here several times and it has always been excellent. Their bread sticks have a light and different texture, kind of like a croissant dough (very good). This last visit I decided to try the spicy sausage soup (anyone can eat this soup, it has spices but not heat). All I can say is wow. I will definitely be getting the soup from now on. They even make homemade rye croutons. This is a fun place for a date or a few friends to have a relaxing meal. Tables are spread out enough that we don't hear noise from the other tables, so we can easily hold a conversation.
    

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