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Alessandra's Italian Eatery

114 Short Central Avenue, Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 821-7878
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Ranked #26 of 138 restaurants in Summerville
Price range: ₹ 55 - ₹ 55
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Summerville, South Carolina
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 April 2013

Owner and chef is from Naples, Italy. Excellent Italian food, freshly prepared, unlike other so-called Italian food franchises. Felt like we were with family. Can't wait to go back.

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Summerville, South Carolina
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7 reviews 7 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

It was our anniversary and we wanted something quite, relaxing and good. That's what we got. We started with calamari for which they are famous; they were perfect, hot an tender. My wife had shrinp fra diavlo and said it was excellent; I had gorgonzola stuffed raviolo, they were excellent and served with a delightful creamy sauce. We had an... More

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Charleston, SC
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24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2013

Weekday dinner food went from one extreme to another. The mussels appetizer were the worst I have ever been served. All but one mussel were well overcooked (most had fallen out of the shell) and the broth was tasteless. The salad served with the dinner was barely functional- they should make it optional and take a dollar or two off... More

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Mount Juliet, Tennessee
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47 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

We really enjoyed our dinner here. Food was wonderful and service was outstanding. This should be higher up in the rankings in Summerville. No reason some of the chains should be higher up. Again, quality is there. We will go back. Also, Tony plays a mean piano. I had chicken marsala and my wife had the shrimp diablo. Good choices.

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Charleston, South Carolina
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18 restaurant reviews
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14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

Why this restaurant is ranked #27 on TripAdvisor is beyond me! I live in Summerville and this is a really great restaurant. Nice ambience - piano player on the weekends, good food and exceptional service. You do not have to dress up but it is a nice place. Their eggplant parmesan is the best in the area. Real Italians own... More

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Charleston, South Carolina
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73 reviews 73 reviews
58 restaurant reviews
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31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

I need more than nice to go back a second time. Service was nice and food again good. May give it one more try.

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Summerville, South Carolina
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17 restaurant reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 October 2012

Had lunch this week out on the patio. Both of us had the Portobello Ravioli. It was very tasty with a wonderful sauce, Served with fresh green salad, fresh bread with seasoned OVO, it was a perfect amount of food. Our waitress was attentive and friendly. Will be back!

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Summerville, South Carolina
2 reviews
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 July 2012

We have been to this restaurant about 3 times (chosen by the people we were dining with) and every time been disappointed by the food, service, atmosphere...just name it. Unfortunately, we are scheduled to go again tonight because the group we are with decided this is the place to go. Already looked at the menu & there is absolutely NOTHING... More

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Alexandria, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 July 2012

Great little restaurant in downtown Summerville. The food was delicious and the service top-notch.

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Summerville, South Carolina
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 June 2012

Ate at Alessandra's last night for third Thursday, it was absolutely fabulous. I am a little surprised to read the post from others, because every time I have dined at alessandras I am never disappointed.. Last night the place was extremely busy given the fact it was third Thursday. The owner was very attentive and accommodating making sure all her... More

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Management response:
30 June 2012

Thank you so much for the positive feedback, yes third Thursday downtown proves to be a very busy evening and I am happy to know you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to serving you again soon. More

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