La Campania

Every once in a while, I return to a favorite restaurant and leave feeling compelled to update the review I know I must have previously written, only to discover I haven't written one ‍ That's what happened after leaving La Campania the other night. My apologies to the team -- you deserve every one of the five stars in my rating.This funky, cool, yet elegant Italian dining spot is one of my go-to 'date night' spots when we are in the mood for upscale Italian. During our last visit, we enjoyed a Fried Squash Blossoms appetizer that reminded me of the first time I had this dish (in Italy). It's so easy to overdo it with cheese and sauce, which, in my opinion, just masks the flavors. Theirs is lightly sauced and has just the right amount of cheese.She started with a Rollatini Salad (I think that's what it's called) - rolled eggplant wrapped with prosciutto and stuffed with veggies & greens. She shared it with me and we both thought it was excellent.She ordered a Figs & Duck Confit "Pizze" (flatbread-style pizza cooked in a brick oven) and loved it. I had the Veal Saltimbocca, which included seared wild mushrooms and creamed spinach for the vegetables. I made the mistake of ordering a small portion of the Tagliolini--a mistake ONLY because I didn't need it. I couldn't finish my meal, so I took it home with me and had it for lunch the next day.One of these days MAYBE we'll leave room for dessert. But we've been unsuccessful so far.

Ambiance: decoration is good but place is too small that can become uncomfortable (height-wise).Food was average, too salty Cocktails were mediocre. I will skip next time

I had dinner at this lovely restaurant since it was close to the office. I'm glad my teammate picked it as the food was tasty, the decor nice and the staff was friendly.I'll be back!

We had another amazing meal at La Campania last night. This place has been so consistent over the years. Angelo, our favorite waiter in the world, is like a member of our family! And the ambiance is like nowhere else in the area. The food was delicious as always, from the tuna crudo to the branzino to the chocolate souffle-- five stars all the way!

Dining at La Campania is always a fantastic experience, both because of the elevated yet authentic food and the welcoming service that makes you feel like you're dining at a family member's home.This time, we dined with a larger group and enjoyed the new enclosed patio for the winter time. A few of the highlights from our meal were:* Prosciutto and mozzarella duo appetizer, which featured incredible prosciutto wrapped around fresh asparagus and greens plus melt-in-your-mouth mozzarella on heirloom tomato* Pan seared foie gras that also literally melted in my mouth, accompanied by puff pastry and cheese* Rack of lamb that was perfectly cooked medium rare* Chocolate soufflé that is warm and worth every single biteIf you're looking for a special meal in the suburbs, La Campania is a fantastic choice!

Not so hidden Waltham gem, with an interior reminiscent of an Italian country villa. The well-appointed outdoor terrace houses 6 tables that can seat about 20, making it ideal for groups and small parties. The interior comprises several cozy micro spaces that provide a feel of being a guest in a friend's Tuscan home. We started with an Arancini (a Sicilian street food made of risotto that's rolled into a ball, stuffed, breaded, and gently fried) wrapped on prosciutto and on a pillow of Mozzarella. Delicious. Next came a risotto with pan-seared scallops, shrimp, yellow and red cherry tomatoes, and lobster stock. Joyous. We tried a special of the evening: Fresh crab ravioli with marscapone and Parmegiani, lobster sauce and pea tendrils. I found this to be relatively bland and was the only true disappointment of the evening.The pièce de résistance was the next dish: Salt encrusted whole Bronzini, wood over roasted, accompanied by a "teeny" green and French pear salad, and whole roasted garlic. $36 and worth every penny. On the gratuitous side, I'd recommend the hot chocolate soufflé with vanilla ice cream and hot chocolate ganache, which must be ordered a bit in advance. It held its shape, and will tickle your sweet tooth; very worth busting one's diet. Ask for Tim, one of the most accomplished waiters in the northeast, who won't disappoint in terms of service and knowledge. Overall, we enjoyed the execution of Campania's creative menu, its knowledgeable and attentive wait staff, and the warm, inviting decor.La Campania comes close to delivering on all the elements of a Michelin star establishment.

Sadly this restaurant did not impress. The rock shrimp dish was great, the olive oil too and that was it. The beef carpaccio was cut too thick. The veal was not seasoned enough but at least not over cooked. The sides were boring. A lot of people eating so make your own decision. The service was ok.

We had dinner at the patio on a summer evening. It was very pleasant and enjoyable time. It is the first time for us to be at this restaurant. The outdoor ambiance is very nice, although it is next to a busy road. The service was very good. We enjoyed the fresh air not being enclosed. We hope to come back in the colder weather to eat inside.The menu looked very interesting and hard to make decision. We were pleased when the bread service came out. It was warm, tasty, and no extra charge! We shared appetizers, fried squash blossoms and fig arugula insalata. One disappointment we had was the arugula in the salad could have been fresher. Otherwise, tasted very good. For entries, we had risotto, gnocchi, a rack of lamb. We enjoyed all of our entrees, well done and professionally prepared. We also ordered chocolate soufflés. It was a great ending to our dinner.

Ambiance 5 star, presentation 5 star. Great place with lots of history. At the recommendation of our server, I went with the Veal Osso Bucco. My Veal Osso Bucco looked awesome, great presentation. The server was good, had us mouthwatering, he raved about the succulent flavor and tenderness. I found the dish bland, boring and not really all that tender. I had to use a knife to cut off bone. The gravy needed salt and pepper, if this is a reduction, it has serious issues. Two of our group had the same comments, maybe it was just a bad Osso night.... Just not a great meal, oh well, win some loose some.

We recently celebrated our anniversary at La Campania and it was a wonderful experience. From the first conversation with the host making the reservation over the phone, to several staff wishing us a good night and Happy Anniversary, the service was like family. Tom our waiter was quick to help us choose a wonderful red sparkling wine to toast the night, which we also enjoyed with the made to order hot chocolate soufflé for dessert. My husband, who travels the world, said the Veal Saltimbocca was the best he had ever tasted! I enjoyed the seafood risotto and caprese salad with heirloom tomatoes. The atmosphere, the open kitchen, our cozy table for two made for a wonderful dinner experience! Thank you, Tom!! p.s. The Lucente Toscana wine with dinner was delicious. Thank you La Campania!