Fratello's Italian Tavern - Park Circle

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   GaryD

   Charleston

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on January 21, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Excellent all around.

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2. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 21, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Awesome service and delicious food! The lasagna and shrimp Alfredo entrees were incredibly tasty!

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   Santana

   Naples

   46 reviews

   3.0

   46 reviews

   Dined on January 16, 2023

   overall3food3service3ambience3

   Typical Italian restaurant- large pasta portions, drowned in tomato sauce, and dishes made with olive oil were too heavy on the oil. Lots of food and reasonably priced. Staff shortage front and back resulted in service delays and poorly time food delivery. Server did her best

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4. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on January 6, 2023

   overall4food5service4ambience4

   Excellent Food Female Wait Staff-Excellent Our original waiter was completely preoccupied with being social, and going outside to bother taking our food order. He didn’t even tell us the nightly specials. My wife had to flag down the waitress to help us. She was great! Bartender-Excellent-Funny and Personable We will go back Big mistake the waiter didn’t do his job, although he begrudgingly apologized later. We tip well, like huge.

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   DStan

   Charleston

   21 reviews

   vip
   4.0

   21 reviews

   Dined on January 5, 2023

   overall4food4service4ambience4

   First time to this restaurant! Apps were stuffed mushrooms (great) and calamari with hot and sweet cherry peppers. The sauce and peppers were great but the calamari rings were really tiny…..almost too small to be forked up! Breaded nicely and taste was great…..need to up the anti on the rings and they will be fantastic! Had veal parm with angel hair and eggplant rolatini with pane pasta. First of all…huge portions of veal and pasta which were very good! Rolatini was good but could have used a bit more breading and flavor. Overall…….A very nice dinner for the money! Would definitely return. Cheesecake was fabulous and coffee nicely brewed without being burnt!!!! Great job!

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   Paula

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 30, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Had a great evening with great food and service. Our server Joseph was fabulous.

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   ChuckM

   Western NC

   36 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   36 reviews

   Dined on December 30, 2022

   overall3food3service3ambience4

   Maybe just an off night, mixed drinks were off. Brought out bread (which was good) and had to ask for butter which oddly seemed like margarine . The chicken cacciatore was very good, the lasagne was not hot. They say they put a pound of sausage in it, which I believe they do, which makes it a bit too meat heavy for our liking. Again , maybe just an off night

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8. OT

   OpenTable Diner

   Charlotte

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 29, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience4

   Had great food and service. Only downside was finding parking. There seems to be very limited parking in the area.

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   PeterD

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on December 28, 2022

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Was able to get my favorite eggplant parmesan even though wasn't on the menu!! Had 2 each of the specialty cocktails that were also great. Never can miss with Fratello's!!!

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    MMandCM

    Charleston

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on December 23, 2022

    overall5food5service4ambience4

    We love this place….Always a great Italian meal!

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    SherrP

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on December 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our waiter Joseph was outstanding! Josh also helped out & made our experience a wonderful one for my son’s birthday, including a nice tray of yummy desserts! This is a great little gem of a restaurant! Thanks for a great meal & great service!!

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12. FH

    FritzH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great location, food, service, and decor. The wait staff was expceptional and the food was great. It felt like home...

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    CatC

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2022

    overall3food3service3ambience2

    We tried Fratello's because of the good reviews. It doesn't deserve them! Strange layout of tables. Television at bar and in Dining room. Grey, tough bracoile. Bland food overall. Wait staff was attentive. Will not be back.

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    SuzanneB

    Greensboro

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful pasta dishes!!! Will most definitely be back!!

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15. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely little place in Park Circle…everything was fabulous. We will definitely be back!

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    EllenL

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Excellent food & service! Our server, Katie was very knowledgeable about the specials and menu. She was attentive without hovering over us. The food was delicious, well I prepared and presented. There were the two minor inconveniences. The noise level and the very chilly air conditioning. We definitely enjoyed our meal and will be back.

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    Cindy

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We hadn't been there in a long time and will most certainly go back again soon ! The food was excellent ! Our waiter, Joe, was friendly, knew how the food was prepared and his recommendation was fantastic ! The chef, Kevin, came out and spoke to us and we had a few good laughs. All in all a very good experience.

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    JoanS

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 21, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Chicken Parma was very good, fork tender. You could tell it was fresh not a frozen patty. Portions are very large.

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    eatthatgeorgia

    Atlanta

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 18, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Delicious - food never disappoints Service- amazing Great local go to when in town

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    JohnL

    Yosemite

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on October 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great service. Food was exceptional

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    KathleenH

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Genuine Italian cuisine. Very accommodating for allergies. Bread included on the table to show guest they're appreciated and welcomed. Reasonable portions. Will be back!

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22. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and service. Never had a bad experience here.

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    MichaelQ

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    The best Italian we have found in area. Very happy with portions and meals. Staff was cordial and flexible in modifying menu choices. Highly recommended

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    PammyJo

    Charleston

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on September 27, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Lovely dining experience! Service was excellent and the food was quite delicious!

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    DCUT5

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and great service some of the best Italian food in the area.

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    Frog

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Friend birthday

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    kpinto

    Baltimore

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4

    Food was great and service excellent. Kristin (server) and Josh (bartender/manager) were terrific. Best limoncello ever! We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back.

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    DianeF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    My husband is recovering from surgery and this was our first date-night in a long time. We had lunch at Fratello's before going to the Van Gogh display. Everything was perfect. It was the slow part of the day so it was nice and quiet, which is all we were looking for.

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    KiraH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 15, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    When we come to Charleston, we always make a point to have dinner at Fratello's. I love the pasta with seafood. The cucumber martini is especially delicious. My husband had the Osso Bucco special. It was delicious. The staff is very friendly and makes dinner very enjoyable. I look forward to the next visit.

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    RavenE

    Charleston

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The food was great and the service was awesome! We had a wonderful birthday celebration.

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    MarkS

    Charleston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 13, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Loved their tomato sauce. Best I’ve had in a good while!

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    WendyK

    Charleston

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything from the service to the food was lovely. We had been wanting to eat here for a while and I’m glad we finally did. We will definitely be back.

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    Santana

    Naples

    47 reviews

    4.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience3

    Average Italian restaurant

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34. OT

    OpenTableDiner

    Charleston

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Seafood special was delicious. Cucumber martini very refreshing

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35. EF

    EarlF

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our first visit and can’t wait to go back! Service and food was excellent!

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    Etsharp

    Charleston

    20 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2022

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Food was very good Service was attentive Very nice enjoyable evening - we’ll go back

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    LindaAnne

    New York Area

    56 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    56 reviews

    Dined on August 12, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Excellent service with delicious food. Very large portions

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    Foodie

    Charleston

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2022

    overall1food1service1ambience3

    Server was horrible, had an attitude & her words were short, demanding, and sarcastic. I told her my name for the Open Table reservation. There were no customers at all there. I didn’t hear her ask me the time and she asked a 2nd time with an unnecessary tone. Again, no customers so it could’ve easily been reviewed on the system. I almost told my date that we should go but we had both driven at least a half hour to get there. My date asked about fried mozzarella. She said with a tone that they didn’t have mozzarella sticks. He asked about blackened chicken w/Fettuccine Alfredo. She laughed and said this is an Italian restaurant & that they don’t have blackened chicken. He told her that he’s managed Italian restaurants before & they’ve had that so it’s not unusual. She said she didn’t know. After she started walking away, we agreed on leaving. He called her back over before she placed the order & informed her that we were leaving. He told her that there’s no need to have that attitude & be sarcastic. She said they treat her like that in the kitchen so she does it. Then, she started crying & saying that she’s only been there for 2 weeks. I asked the guys outside if the manager was around. Donnie told me he’s the manager & Josh also introduced himself. I told them the story. Donnie said he would talk to the owner. Josh told me to see him at the bar the next time & he’ll take care of me. That’s a nice gesture especially after the bad experience, time, drive, & no food. The owner James called & I told him the story. He mention that he heard 3 different stories. His words made me feel like he didn’t believe what I said so I told him to check the cameras and he can probably see her demeanor. No employees witnessed what happened. I’m not sure what other story there is other than what I told Donnie and Josh outside. The owner didn’t offer anything except that he will be talking to the server and an apology. I’ve been here many times. Not at all what I expected.

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    RobertC

    Atlanta

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    Great food & service

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40. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful salads and entrees! We will most definitely be back!

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