Vino Italian Bistro Kempsville

I don't have much to say about this place, except the food is very good. It's clean I didn't use the restroom so I don't know what they look like.

We decided to come for our early family Xmas dinner and had made reservations. The restaurant was pretty busy for a weekday. We were greeted by our server and she proceeded with drinks then got our orders. We had quite the spread of food. Everything was delicious and our server was amazing. She always checked up on us and made sure we had everything. The food was great and the ambiance was nice and cozy with Xmas decor all around. Would love to come here again to try more off their menu. We had everything from apps to entree and desserts, it was all delicious, you can't go wrong with anything.

Went to dinner last night (Tuesdays are half off bottles of wine) and had the best experience. It was cozy and elegant. Brian the bartender was amazing and polite. We ordered the meatball appetizer....I'm craving them now just thinking about them. For dinner I had the Frutti De Mare ( seafood pasta dish), it was beautiful and delicious. You must try this place! Best Italian I've had in a long time in this area!

Little hole in the wall bistro that's decorated very simple yet sophisticated. Went on a Sunday during Mother's Day and it was not too busy.There are tables that large and smaller families can sit at as well as a large wraparound bar with bar seating. Bar seats are very convenient for a quick bite and sip if you're on your own or in a rush.I met up with a friend, and we sat at the bar, and the bartender was very friendly and was able to take drink and food orders.The one list is extensive and there is something for everybody. I tried the fruity Prosecco as well as the Pinot Noir and the wine is served and either a light pour or a heavy pour of 9 ounces or you can order a bottle.The bread and butter was warm and fresh and I'm pretty sure it's baked in house. Soften in the inside and crunchy on the outside, spread some butter with a shake of salt and pepper and it's very delicious!The Caprese salad was okay, but I felt like it needed a lot more balsamic vinegar and a lot more basil on the dish. It was lacking in flavor because of it.Calamari was delicious and not overcooked, fried to perfection. It was served with a chunky marinara, some grape tomatoes, and a wedge of lemon that was squeezed all over the calamari for a boost of citrus flavor.The Arancini balls are very delicious, they are cheesy rice balls that are deep-fried and topped with cheese and marinara sauce. There are two small balls that are served with each order.Overall, I would recommend this Italian Bistro you are in the mood for some delicious Italian food along with some wine or adult beverages!

After my last 1 star review I gave this place another shot. Got Alfredo with chicken. Did to go. My meal had no Alfredo sauce on it. Dry pasta with chicken. No excuse for these consistent problems. If you can't hire competent staff just shut down. Waste of money. Wasn't edible with no sauce. Had zero flavor.

This was my second time patronizing the restaurant. The first time the food was really good. The second time the vodka penne sauce was a little bland and the salmon had the skin on it. The oyster rockfeller was good just a bit salty. Service was okay. Our server disappeared and we had to track her down to ask for water refills.

I came here when they first opened and it was fine, if not good. Been back twice since then recently and it's been a real disappointment. The place has so much potential to be better but I chalk it up to lazy management and low kitchen standards. The window blinds in the front are caked in dust. If you happen to be in a booth sitting next to the window you get to stare at the dust and all the dead gnats and flies in the window that staff is clearly not motivated to clean. The risotto is gummy and overcooked. The chicken on my pasta was super dry - clearly pre-cooked and topped with cheese to mask how dry it is. The only thing decent here is the pizza. Service is okay. Waitstaff is friendly but could use more training.

Having lived in Itafor 5 years , I was expecting something great. I had a pizza which was a disappointment, more like a store bought frozen thin crust pizza. My had gnocchi and she thought it was okay. Service was great though, Tanner was our server and he was knowledgeable.

Awesome food and the service was exceptional. For what you get for what you pay, we left very happy and would go back anytime! I really enjoyed the chicken picatta! As far as dinner portion size...you should get a t-shirt and your name on the wall if you can eat the entire platter of what you've ordered! Oh and great wine as well. Well done Vino!

Food was excellent take pride in there cooking skills with spices authentic Italian food around hell I didn't want too go home lol felt at home there job well done