La Spada presents a masterful Italian culinary experience, focusing on authentic pasta dishes and expertly grilled specialties. Patrons can anticipate a selection of house-made pastas, prepared with traditional techniques and the finest ingredients, served with rich, flavorful sauces. The grill section offers prime cuts of meat and fresh seafood, seared to perfection and accompanied by complementary sides. The atmosphere is designed to be inviting, providing a sophisticated yet comfortable setting for enjoying classic Italian fare. Each dish is crafted to deliver a genuine taste of Italy, making La Spada a destination for those seeking quality and authentic flavors.
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La Spada consistently impresses diners with its warm, vibrant atmosphere and exceptional Italian cuisine, making it a standout destination for both casual meals and special celebrations. Many guests praise the authentic flavors, highlighting dishes like the duck ragù, fresh pasta, and the decadent panna cotta, while also commending the team for their attentive, knowledgeable, and professional service. The restaurant successfully balances a sophisticated, elegant decor with a welcoming, high-energy vibe that makes every visit feel special. While experiences can vary during peak hours, the management demonstrates a genuine commitment to guest satisfaction, often going above and beyond to ensure a memorable dining experience. With features like convenient valet parking and a thoughtfully curated menu, it is no surprise that many patrons consider it a favorite and look forward to returning frequently.
The restaurant was amazing, the people were so friendly, the food was amazing!!Alec the manager & his team were excellent. We had the best experience there. Our drinks were amazing, better than other places, The bar maid Chanel was so friendly explaining to us her little secret on her twist of the negroni. Our waitress Lio , was also great, she explained all the meals & how they prepare them. All in all it's definitely a place we would return to
Très belle découverte. Le décor du restaurant est vraiment sympa. Très bon service, serveur amical & compétent. Belle carte des vins, nous avons très bien mangé, c'était succulent. A refaire
Came here with some friends for dinner & it was nice! Food was good, I did find there was too much dressing on the ceasar salad, I Would recommend maybe asking the dressing on the side. The focaccia served with the buratta was extremely oily as well, when you ripped a piece apart oil would actually drip off it.
The two pastas were good, tartare was very good (my favourite item of the night), but the bread it was served with was a bit weird.
Overall a nice dinner, but definitely on the pricier side for relatively basic food.
Most of the pastas are around $34 + & not a big portion considering it's just pasta.. same thing for the ceasar, the portion was quite small. They do grate fresh Parmesan & pepper on the pasta which is a nice touch.
It has a nice ambiance inside, service was very good & staff was attentive to come & fill our water glasses & offer more drinks when they were empty. Restaurant was fairly lively & loud inside too! If you want a quiet spot it would not be here.
Delicious food (comforting & elevated - how do they do it?), great wines & service that interprets your needs before you even know them. Will definitely be back!
5 stars! Such a great experience at La Spada. The food was amazing, service was great & we loved the atmosphere. Everything we ordered was delicious & we'll definitely be back. Highly recommend!
La nourriture était absolument délicieuse, les plats sont généreux & pleins de saveurs sans parler du service impeccable de Louana. Elle a rendue mon expérience à un tout autre niveau. J'ai déjà hâte de revenir. Pour finir, l'ambiance est chaleureuse & on se sent vraiment bien dès qu'on entre.
Extremely disappointing & insulting experience at La Spada.
We had a reservation, yet when we arrived there was no table available. After waiting over 30 minutes past our reservation time with little communication & no meaningful effort to resolve the situation, it became clear the restaurant was completely disorganized. Staff seemed overwhelmed, nobody appeared to know who was responsible for our table, & even basic service like getting water took far too long.
What was most frustrating wasn't the delay itself, but the lack of accountability. Mistakes happen, especially at a new restaurant, but good restaurants acknowledge them & make an effort to recover the guest experience. At La Spada, we received empty apologies which did not include management, & we were largely ignored. I am shaking my head in disbelief.
Eventually, we decided to leave & booked a last-minute reservation at Joe Beef instead. The difference was night & day. Despite reserving just minutes before arriving, we were seated almost immediately. From the moment we walked in, the staff were attentive, professional, & genuinely hospitable. Service was seamless, recommendations were thoughtful, requests were handled promptly, & the food was outstanding.
What should have been a frustrating evening was completely salvaged by Joe Beef. In less than five minutes, they delivered the level of hospitality that La Spada chose not to provide in over half an hour. The experience perfectly demonstrated the difference between a restaurant that merely takes reservations & has its manager displaying inappropriate intimacy with his significant other & one that truly values its guests.
La Spada wasted our time. Joe Beef saved our evening. There are plenty of restaurants on the same street within walking distance where you can put your hard-earned money, your time, & energy to good use. &, more importantly, where you are treated with the bare minimum: respect.
I won't return to La Spada, but I will gladly return to Joe Beef & highly recommend it to anyone looking for a restaurant that once again understands absolutely excellent service, professionalism, hospitality & delicious food! A one star rating for La Spada is generous; however, the review system doesn't allow us to give zero stars, which is what this experience deserves. Quite frankly, I get better service at McDonald's & that's without a reservation.
