Villa Ballanca

Boom! We came here for our Admin Christmas party. The place is old school, but very cozy with a friendly feel. Our server was so fast, efficient, and friendly. She did a great job. Our table got a mix of things, raspberry chicken, Romano, salads, and pastas. My wife had a steak salad, which she really liked. I had Veal Romano, (I would have gone Chicken Romano, but the server recommended the veal. Boy was she right, it was outstanding!The style is similar to my favorite South Hills Italian restaurant, Pasta Too, with a healthy side of pasta with your entree.

It's like the food is bad on purpose. My Italian dressing tasted like a shot of vegetable oil

This is a great little Italian spot close to Home and they make you feel at home. I was there this evening and I was happy to see so many people there and business going so well! I can see why because the quality has been able to withstand the many years I've been visiting. Highly recommend the raspberry chicken. It's really unique a sweet and savory experience! Also the chicken Francesca is light with an egg batter and delicious lemon sauce. I paired that with gluten free pasta which was also great. As for on the side the complementary warm rolls and flat bread is something I always look forward too. The owner is always so friendly and welcoming. He always seems grateful for your visit which I think is sweet to see! Highly recommended. Also!! Come hungry HUGE portions.. bag for your buck!

Food was fantastic, pricing reasonable, casual family atmosphere, great service. If you're looking for Italian with a broad menu of freshly prepared and homemade dishes, this place can't be beat! A notch above Verona Village Inn (which is also great) and on par with Pasta Too as my favorite Pittsburgh area Italian restaurants. My wife copied my order of house Chianti, wedding soup, eggplant parm with spaghetti. Best eggplant parm I've ever had. Also shared side orders of meatballs and sausage. Cannolis for dessert. Our server Kim was enthusiastic and gave great guidance on the menu. Just a fantastic meal from start to finish!

This is such a homey, family owed restaurant. The staff is very kind. I've had multiple dishes from here and have enjoyed all of them. I have also gotten takeout and the pasta was perfect. This is good Italian meal at reasonable prices. Highly recommend.

Have you ever wanted to step into the Godfather movie or Good Fellas? Wondering what it would be like to be treated like a part of a huge community and enjoy service like you were one of the family? This is the place. While we could dine on the raspberry chicken every time we visit, we had to explore the menu further. Nothing disappoints and is always generous. The ambiance is so lovely, the service is always with a smile and open heart. So please, watch your favorite mob movie, put on a nice outfit for fun, and follow it up with romantic dinner here. You will not be disappointed.

Sometimes I write these reviews for myself so I remember. It might help others too. Note to self - next time order anything that has their cheese filling. Manicotti, stuffed shells, ravioli, etc. Their cheese filling is incredible! Also, I liked their ranch dressing over the blue cheese and house Italian. This place is good!

My wife and I stopped here for dinner.The sauce is like bad cafeteria food. the dinner rolls were being recycled.I don't understand how you call this Italian food.

As usual good food haven't been there for a bit but still good, owner-chef came out thanked us for coming, every waitress we've had there is very friendly and nice

Owners are very nice and friendly. Wedding soup is outstanding and packed with meatballs and chicken. Hoagies are tasty but not much meat...more toppings than meat. Pasta dinners without red sauce are delicious. The red sauce is on the bitter side. All in all, a good place for a good meal.