Aqua E Farina presents a cozy, romantic Italian dining scene with generous portions and a menu that centers on fresh, flavorful pasta and classic dishes. The kitchen earns praise for burrata, lasagna, calamari, fettuccine funghi e tartufo, and tiramisu, with guests noting the option to customize pasta and the appealing ambiance. Service is described as warm and attentive on most visits, though a few experiences mention slower or inconsistent service, delays with drinks, and higher charges during busy events. Overall, many reviewers enjoy the authentic flavors and good value, especially in brunch and table d'hôte settings, and plan to return to explore more dishes.
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.
Very disappointing. Took 2 hours to get our food, the pastas were bland, & it was not cheap. The waitress was nice & very apologetic, but it did not make up for the rest unfortunately.
Jul 21, 2025
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overall not a great experience. painfully slow service wayyy past rush hour. both pasta's were quite unremarkable. Calamari was good however, light & fresh. overall 2/5
Favorite Italian place! Their pasta sauce rosée is always delicious & they gracefully offered to add some chicken! In the appetizers, the calamari are always fresh & tasty, coming with a delicious side sauce, I highly recommend !
Also, don't forget to try their tiramisu & canoli, they are to die for !
We had an amazing experience at Aqua E Farina yesterday with a group of seven, & everything from the service to the food was exceptional. The staff were warm, attentive, & made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived. The restaurant has a cozy, inviting atmosphere tucked into a quiet residential neighborhood-definitely a hidden gem.
I ordered the lasagna & honestly, it may have ruined all other lasagnas for me-perfectly layered, rich, & absolutely delicious. Everyone in our group raved about their dishes, & we were impressed by how reasonably priced everything was, especially given the quality. They also have a solid wine & alcohol selection that pairs well with the menu.
Parking is street parking, but it's free & not difficult to find if you're willing to walk a block or two. Totally worth it.
Highly recommend Aqua E Farina for a relaxed, authentic Italian dining experience. We'll definitely be back.
We were there for brunch yesterday. The food was excellent! However, it took over an hour to receive our food. We were the first ones in the restaurant by about 15 minutes. Not sure what the problem was.
