Overall, Il Cortile offers an authentic Italian dining experience with a charming courtyard where guests consistently praise delicious pastas, seafood dishes, and comforting Italian favorites, generous portions, and a warm, attentive service that makes you feel welcome. The atmosphere feels like a slice of Italy in the heart of the city, with tasteful decor, pleasant outdoor seating, and a vibe that suits intimate dinners, celebrations, and relaxed evenings. The menu, wine list, and occasional complimentary touches contribute to a memorable experience, while a few reviews note slower service during busy times and that some dishes vary in execution, leaving room for refinement. Many visitors express the intention to return and recommend Il Cortile to friends.
Nous avons attendu constamment toute la soirée. Le serveur était peu présent, expéditif & ne souriait pas. La personne pour le pain & l'eau ne comprenait pas le français. Même pour payer, nous avons dû attendre le retour du serveur qui
nous a laissé avec sa machine de paiement qui ne fonctionnait pas.Très décevant côté service, malgré la qualité des plats.
Nous sommes arrivées en fin de service pour prendre un tiramisu. Ils allaient fermé le restaurant mais nous ont quand même acceptées. Nous avons rencontré James qui nous a super bien accueilli, le cadre est très charmant. Je recommande à 100%. Encore merci à l'accueil & l'hospitalité de James.
I just had the best time at this restaurant. I met James, the kindest server ever, who made my 20th birthday a wonderful memory. Thank you James! & I recommand this place to everyone, the food is delicious.
We had a great time in this lovely resto. We got there when it wasn't busy so we enjoyed it. Food was amazing & reasonable price! We were also given free limoncello shots!
I had my engagement party here last summer & it was truly perfect. The staff was absolutely amazing & went above & beyond to help set everything up-moving tables, adjusting the layout, & accommodating every request to make sure the setup was exactly how I envisioned it.
The food was excellent & all of our guests loved both the dishes & the beautiful decor of the restaurant. Having the space closed just for us on a sunny Sunday lunch created the most relaxed, special vibe, & honestly, nothing could have been better.
A huge thank you to Dino & the entire team for making this such a memorable & flawless experience. We're so grateful!
A nice restaurant with an authentic Italian vibe. The food is very nice &, as someone who visits Italy often, very close to the authentic Italian cuisine. Our waiter James was very accommodating to our needs & friendly. Absolute must visit restaurant if you love genuine Itailan food!
I had an amazing birthday supper at this cozy hidden restaurant! I ordered fettuccine with shrimp & tomato sauce, & the chef's generous amount of shrimp made me really happy. For dessert, I had a cheesecake, & it was also delicious. Finally, I appreciate the server for being attentive & kind throughout the night, which made my experience at this restaurant unforgettable & I definitely would return. Thank you so much!!
Jan 12, 2026
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I had a birthday dinner here for my friend, & the staff were incredibly warm & welcoming. The lasagna I had was amazing, & they added pepper & cheese at the table to our preferred amount, which was a lovely touch. I also had mango gelato, which was so nice & chewy just like real mango. Overall, both the meal & dessert were absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was so cozy, & I'd love to come back in the summer to enjoy the terrace next time.
service was really slow, food took forever to came out. waiter was a nice man but it seemed like he was the only waiter taking care of customers in that entire restaurant. i did not see other waiters, only bussboys.
- the ricotta crêpe w spinach was 10/10, melt in your mouth really amazing
- linguini + meatballs was perfectly cooked but wayyyyyy too salty & sauce was a bit too watery. nothing crazy. i didn't ask for it to be changed because the service was *that* slow that i couldn't risk waiting another 40 mins.
- apple tart with ice cream was a flat 0, it was blatantly obvious that it wasn't house-made which you'd expect better from a restaurant like this. it was gummy & soggy & overall really bad. the vanilla ice cream paired with it was definitely breyer's, it sure tasted like it.
the atmosphere, however, is really beautiful & home-y, very traditional italian. i loved it.
Had a great dinner with friends at Il Cortile! I got the lamb ragu with Stracciatella soup with lamb ragu. The portions were large & delicious. Our server James was fantastic & gave great vegan recommendations for my friend.
Nov 27, 2025
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James is the best server ever! He made my best friends birthday unforgettable. It was our first time here & we will definitely be back. The food was phenomenal & the vibe was immaculate ! Thank you james for your hospitality & generosity! You are a one of a kind! Everyone go see James & enjoy the best night as if youre in Italy
I went there with a group of my friends for dinner. 10/10 I would recommend this place to anyone. Our waiter James was super friendly & nice! I would recommend getting the Linguine Con Frutti Di Mare, it is really good & creamy!
