Reviewers describe Aqua E Farina as a cozy authentic Italian spot with a warm attentive service and a relaxed atmosphere; the menu emphasizes pasta, with dishes like calamari, fettuccine funghi e tartufo, lobster pasta and lasagna drawing praise for flavor and presentation, while desserts such as tiramisu and cannoli are frequently highlighted. Some experiences point to excellent value and a solid wine list, and several guests note the option to enjoy a terrace with heating on cool evenings. However, feedback is mixed: a few meals arrive late or feel underseasoned or dry, some report slow or irregular service, and others feel prices are high relative to portions or the overall experience. Overall Aqua E Farina is seen as a top pick for pasta lovers and those seeking a genuine Italian dining vibe, with many diners planning to return to explore more dishes despite mixed reviews about pacing and price.
Quaint & romantic spot for authentic Italian food, fresh & flavorful.
We went for Valentines & there was a Table d'hôte spécial. We opted for À la carte. Excellent Burrata. Excellent Lasagna. Chicken parm was also cooked to perfection. & generous portion meals.
The service was mediocre, busy night certainly due to the event. Not sure if typical or not. But waitress never brought us our drinks or sharing plates. Still very welcoming & kind however.
Had a wonderful brunch at AquaEFarina. The service was impeccable, our waitress Lauren was delightful. Overall good food & I would recommend the brunch here
Dec 27, 2025
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Les pâtes de mon rigatoni étaient trop cuites. La sauce aux tomates n'avait rien d'exceptionnel incitant à finir le plat. Le petit cannoli était coulant mais il avait bon goût.
I love that you can make your own pasta dishes, everything was pleasant to the palate , very authentic & great atmosphere, a must try if you enjoy pasta dishes
Even though I heard good reviews to this restaurant I was very disappointed the charges were over the top we had three kids under the age of 12 they charged 50. Each & that was disappointing will not recommend to anyone…..today restaurants take advantage of covid & have runaway prices
Oct 26, 2025
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I had such a wonderful experience at this restaurant! I tried the Calamari, Fettuccini Funghi e Tartufo, & Tiramisu-all were absolutely delicious, full of flavor, & beautifully presented. The service was warm & attentive, & I loved that they even made a drink specifically to my taste. The cozy atmosphere made the whole meal even more enjoyable. I'll definitely be coming back to try more dishes!
Great food & great atmosphere! On top of that excellent service from Raf!! She was so attentive & made our night! Will definitely be returning & hope to have her again.
Aug 30, 2025
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C'était ma première fois à ce resto & habituellement critique, je dois dire que j'ai adoré!
Les pâtes étaient délicieuses.
Notre serveuse était très sympathique, distinguée & elle a su nous recommander certains plats.
Nous avons pu profiter de la terrasse malgré la fraicheur de la soirée grâce aux pyramides chauffantes!
We were a group of four, & while everyone else seemed happy with their meals, I personally found the experience a bit underwhelming. The restaurant came highly recommended, but for me, it didn't quite live up to the hype.
The food was okay overall, but I found it lacking in seasoning & depth. I ordered the lobster pasta, which unfortunately didn't taste fresh, it was dry & had a slightly fishy flavour that was hard to overlook.
That said, our server was great, friendly, attentive, & added a positive touch to the evening. Service definitely stood out, even if the food fell short.
Would I go back? Maybe, but I'd try something different on the menu.
