Brought my friend for her early birthday dinner and decided to take the risk as she loves her Italian fare. Being a big Chicago Foodie and taking another Chicago foodie, I had my hesitation based on other yelp reviews. I have to say, we all loved this place and find this as a hidden gem close to us. We had the portabello appetizer and an antipasto salad. The portabello was so good and rich enough to be a pasta dish itself and the antipasto salad that was for two people, but enough for six. I had the eggplant parmesan and it wasn't as fresh as I would like and was disappointed. The meat lasagna was phenomenal and taste homemade. The chicken parmesan was really fresh and the meat was real tender. Even for a person who doesn't like chicken parmesan, I would consider ordering it myself next time. Didn't have desserts as the entrees itself was so rich and filling. Will have to try pizza next time and venture into dessert. Our waiter was very courteous and attentive. He kept coming around and did a phenomenonal job to make sure the drinks were filled and unused plates were bussed. I don't know why the reviews were rated poorly and I'm glad that my friend enjoyed her experience here and will forgo other Italian restaurants. Knowing good food and service as a Las Vegas transplant from Chicago, I will not hesitate to bring out of town guests here myself.