Cucina Biazzi
568 E Main St, Ashland, OR, 97520
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Address :
568 E Main St
Ashland, OR, 97520 - Phone (541) 488-3739
- Website https://www.cucinabiazzi.com/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :5:30 pm - 8:3
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : No
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : No
Wheelchair Accessible : No
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Intimate
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes
Categories
Italian Cuisine
The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.
Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
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Mike M.
Food was excellent as always. The antipasto plate has been improved. It now has salami. For those who say that all the vegetables are jarred,we found everything was fresh.the service was good .Salmon was excellent as was the Filet Mignon. Those who had the chocolate pot of cream loved it. Though i called in advance and was assured that they could do separate checks for each of our 4 couples,the waiter refused to do it. Amuse had no problem doing this. They did ,however,include 18% tip. I was able to finally get TWO checks.
(4)Sarah C.
I'm torn. Maybe it should be 4. But really the problem is that I was expecting so much more. They have a wonderful set up. You have to get the 4 course meal, but you get to pick what you have for the primi and segundi. Everyone gets the same antipasto, which really is quite nice. I had a lobster Ravioli with cream sauce on the Primi which was good - nice sauce, good fish - happy with this one. Segundi I had the fish of the day, which was just kinda unimpressive sadly. Oh well. The salad on the 4th was, well, salad - not blown away. I do love the way they do it though. And the staff is great. And it's a cozy building, and if it's nice out they have a great patio.
(3)Eric B.
Cucina Biazzi was highly recommended to us by a good friend of Gayle's, who raved about the yummy Italian cuisine, the attractive restaurant space, the spot on service, and large portions. In hindsight, the only thing I might have done differently would be to have ordered only 1 of the signature 4-course meals and then shared. The food is that plentiful and such a great value for the price. So much so that by the end of the meal, we only had enough left for 1 salad between us and dessert being out of the question. Cucina Biazzi is a bit hard to find and hiding in plain site, considering the many years that we have been staying at the nearby Peerless. It pretty much looks like a regular house with a sign in front, but wonderfully opens up into an outdoor plaza in back. There are 2 very attractive indoor dining rooms, but we opted for the lush outdoor patio, that reminded me of dining under a Sukkah. And it was a perfect warm Indian Summer evening to do so. Our waitress was friendly, smart, and enjoyable to have around. She first wisely led us away from the house wine (which was a little sweet), towards a very reasonably priced Italian bottle and then with the assistance of another restaurant employee, helped us pick out some pretty fabulous pasta choices for the 2nd course. Between that and the 1st course antipasta, we probably could have stopped there. But there was the 3rd course (Chicken for me and Eggplant for her) that had us begging for reduced portions by the time the 4th course (the salad) rolled around. We then waddled home, where Gayle soon fell asleep from a most happy food coma. I lasted a little longer, and only momentarily felt guilty for eating so much delicious food, considering my dietary efforts post-minor heart attack. But heck, this was a most enjoyable vacation splurge, and all the weight came off anyway after a few days after we returned to the SF Bay Area. Yet, I can still taste that wonderful pasta dish in my mind.....
(5)Saba B.
Cucina Biazzi is a classic Italian restaurant off the much-trodden tourist track tucked into a quiet neighborhood in a converted house which offers a four-course traditional meal that is daunting in scope, but heavenly for those of us who like to linger Euro-style over dinner. We opted for cocktails which were juicy and refreshing on an unseasonably hot summer evening which forced us inside. The Antipasti is satisfying and simple, descriptors which suffice for all courses here.The lobster ravioli is the clear standout for the Secondi Piatti options, and my partner's salt-crusted salmon soared above all comers for the third course, including my creative but "meh" vegetarian option. The service is attentive and personable, and I don't imagine it was the first time that much of the meal was boxed for take-home. The Tuscan vanilla ice cream has some of the most incredible texture I've experienced, absolutely delicious. Cucina is one of the most romantic, fantastic classic Italian restaurants in the area.
(4)Judy J.
This was my second time dining at Cucina, and I gave them four stars the first time, because it was a little spendy, and the chicken was pretty bland/dry. But tonight I had the pork loin, and I have to say it was fantastic. It was definitely worth the money. Our server was Trevor, and he was beyond impressive. He was extremely attentive, and knowledgeable, and gave us great recommendations for dinner, which we loved. The pastas and desserts never disappoint. This place is a fantastic find, and we will definitely be back.
(5)Andreas B.
Probably my absolute favorite restaurant in Ashland. Love everything I have had on the menu!
(5)Claire M.
After living in Ashland for 6 years, i finally got to experience this place and it was TO DIE FOR! The food was fabulous! ( a little pricey, but worth it) and we each ordered a glass of the house red for just $3.50 a glass, but ended up getting a tumbler full for just $16.00 (split between 3 people, isnt bad). And the wine was excellent. But my favorite part, was the the ambiance. With beautiful vines and twinkle lights and the servers speaking in Italian, you almost forget that you\re in a little town in Oregon. Highly recommend this place. Especially for a classy date night or anniversary :)
(4)Annie M.
I have always seen this restaurant on my walks down E. Main St and am SO happy i finally decided to try it. Everything about this place exceeded my expectations. Knowing it was priced decently high, i was impressed when i looked at the menu and found out the quantity you got for the price, not to mention the great quality of the food as well. The ambiance is to die for and i felt like i was on vacation for a couple of hours. Perfect spot for a fun classy girls night out or even a special date night :)
(5)Kathryn M.
Cucina Biazzi October 14, 2014 7"15 p.m. And we were about to enter The Twilight Zone. I have not had a dining experience this poor since the 80's and I suppose I was naive to think that I would be able to live the rest of my life without another one. But this came out of nowhere and my husband and I were totally blind-sided as our experiences with restaurants in Ashland have always been excellent. We had made reservations for 7:00 and at 6:30 called and changed them to 7:15 which they said was not a problem. Everything seemed normal enough after we arrived - the waitress seemed pleasant and asked us if we had ever dined there before and we said we hadn't. She explained the 4-course prix fixe menu to us. We gave her our bottle of wine to open and told her that if she would like a taste she was welcome to bring a third glass which she cheerfully did. We poured her a generous amount and continued to decide on our meal. So far, so good. Not long after we ordered the first course, anti-pasti, it arrived and was plentiful and quite tasty with an interesting variety of marinated vegetables, cannelinni beans, mushrooms, salami, cheese crostini as well as fresh bread, olive oil and balsamic. Within about 10 minutes the waitress appeared with our second course, pasta, and I was very surprised when she stood there and looked at our almost completely uneaten plates of food as if she expected us to make room for her to set down the pasta. (which by the way there was very little room because we were at a very small table right next to the kitchen) I was speechless so my husband very politely informed her that we are not fast diners and would like to slow down. She insisted on setting down the pasta anyway so we had virtually now very little space on our table for even the silverware so I had to really bunch things up to make the room. I know I looked very perturbed but I could not help it as this was a special evening for us. She said she would inform the chef to to hold off until we let her know when we were ready for him to fire the third course. After that we received virtually no service from her at all as we attempted to enjoy the rest of our first and second courses. We could could not get her attention and she did not pour our wine at all. When my husband finally was able to get her attention she was abrupt and said "So...I guess you would like me to take these plates away now?" And my husband said "Yes". Bad vibes had been very present from us asking her to not rush us up to this point. When she served our third course the food looked and smelled wonderful and my husband took two bites of the chicken from one end and then one from the other end and then cut a piece and asked me to take a bite and tell him what I thought. I tried it and I said I had never tasted chicken that had a texture or a flavor like that. He said he hadn't either ever. It did not taste like chicken, it tasted awful and the texture was nothing I had ever consumed before. After a few minutes the waitress came back and asked me if my food was alright and I said mine was but I didn't think my husband liked his food. She asked him what was wrong and he explained it to her and so she asked him if he would like to send it back and he said he did. She took it away and we heard her loudly tell somebody (the chef I would presume) that she was sorry. My husband and I looked at each other and I said, "Did she just apologize to the chef because you sent your chicken back?" In fact she did not even apologize to us! About 5 minutes later we heard her telling the other waitress that we were "the Problem table". (They were standing right behind a flimsy divider that was between us and the kitchen which is why we could hear everything going on in there). I liked my pork loin dish and finished it and when she came back out and asked us if we were ready for our salad I told her we were going to skip the fourth course and we would like to get our check and a bag to take our wine with us. She brought us our check and very curtly informed my husband that she had removed the charge for the chicken and for the corkage fee. So our bill came to $46. 70 and we put down a $50.00 bill. After about 10 minutes she had not come back and so we decided to just cork our wine and leave. As we walked past her and the other waitress standing in the kitchen door together just staring at us she loudly said "Oh look...I get spare change!" I did turn around at that point and looked her in the eye and "Thank you for our evening". I know this is a long review but I want to clarify a few things. My husband and I love restaurants and fine dining as well as casual dining out. We rarely have bad experiences in restaurants because we are generally very friendly, outgoing and optimistic people in all that we do. We have both worked in restaurants and we understand a lot about why some things do not turn out right during a meal - for se
(1)Laurie A.
My son took me here on Friday evening before Mother's day. It has traditionally been one of my favorite "special occasion" places to eat. I ordered breaded chicken breast with polenta, it was dry and bland. I saw another photo of this dish posted on Yelp, it had tomatoes, basil and garlic served with it. My dish had none of those. My son ordered beef tenderloin, we were told it would be served medium rare. It arrived medium well. He returned it and waited 45 minutes for another steak to be served (although the restaurant was not busy that evening). It was also too well-done and our server (jokingly?) said she thinks the chef may be drinking! To compensate, they gave my son a free dessert. Our table service was okay, not great. The reason for a rating of 2 stars was due to that fact that the other courses were very good.
(2)Emily S.
We say we come to Ashland for the shows, but really it's for the food! Cucina Biazzi did not disappoint. I liked the variety of dishes offered in their 4-course menu. We shared a playful antipasto dish followed by a creamy mushroom risotto for me and a ravioli bolognese for the hubby. For the main course, I had prawns with potatoes and sautéed spinach while the hubs had a breaded chicken a la mama mia (or something like that!). Even though we were full, we found room for warm chocolate cake and vanilla bean ice cream. The ingredients were fresh and delicious, and the people at Biazzi were friendly and classy - all without being pretentious. A lovely evening in Ashland indeed.
(5)George M.
Long evening for 1st visit. Long, long for all tables-something very wrong with kitchen. Servers did their best-tough for them and all of us diners. Will not try again-food was good but the pace was too hard on everyone there.
(1)Geoff D.
Mixed feelings about this place. we did the prix fixe meal set which I normally don't do but it was an event where a bunch of different tastes was right. Some of the winners include the steak with horseradish cream and lobster ravioli with cream sauce. Disappointments included the sage and brown butter (drenched!) ravioli and the deserts (dry chocolate cake and a messy pile of spumoni The most uneven aspect was the wait staff. one was friendly and one was helpful (though a bit awkward/clumsy) while another was kind of pushy and nearly rude. I don't think I'd choose it for the atmosphere or service, but there is decent food to be had.
(3)Christopher H.
My wife and I took a party of six last night before attending a play at Southern Oregon University. The ambiance was terrific--a rehabbed Craftsman. While a bit difficult to find, we did manage to all arrive and be seated. The four-course menu lends itself to an engaging dining experience. Overall, I think the reviews of our group were mixed. First, we had a 'bum' table that was about ready to separate from its pedestal. Second, the antipasti course was delicious, but one plate for a party of six (including two starving college students)...Maybe a little skimpy. The pasta course was also hit or miss with our gang. I think the lobster ravioli was well received, but my risotto was probably just a bit too al dente, bordering on crunchy. But the angel hair capellini was well liked by two of us. Go figure... The protein we all selected was the breaded chicken breast, and it was pretty good. Personally, I think it was a skosh overcooked in the fryer, but the lemon wedge did bail it out. And...let's be fair a protein selection of chicken for $31? Maybe a little retooling of menu-pricing might help. I think a few more options on the menu might be helpful. One of our group is a vegetarian, and it was a bit difficult for him as eggplant was really his only option. Finally, by the time the dessert menu was presented we really were pretty well worn out. We were in the new addition and I do think the wait staff were a little stretched in keeping everything flowing. If you're gonna offer a European menu, served in a European style it needs to work, and there were just a few too many 'hitches in their giddy-yup' at this point in time. Can Cucina Biazzi get there? Yeah, I think so. I think we'll probably give 'em another chance the next time we're in Ashland (in a few months).
(3)Mary C.
After a long road trip from California, my sister and I arrived at our hotel and were anxious to find a spot for a good meal. We thought, "how bout Italian?" My sister did abit of googling and we found our way to Cucina Biazzi! This place is a gem! We were pleasantly surprised at the four course meal concept. At first, a little reluctant, as we thought it might be too much. Well, let me say it was a treat from start to finito. The food was fresh, innovative and exceeded our expectations on all levels. Our server was wonderful and we even made room for the chocolate pot d creme for dessert. It invoked that spirit of dining ala Italia, when one doesn't hurry, visits, eats, laughs and wants to come back for more. Thank you Cucina Biazzi, well be back again. Grazie.
(5)dave d.
Fantastic meal last night for our anniversary. As a local...this restaurant has become really superb with the promotion of John to head chef. The wait staff is great as well, and the general energy of the entire group is worth noting. Kudos...
(5)Lori K.
Hands down, best Italian meal I've EVER had. They do a 4 course meal that is not only delicious, but extremely reasonable. The price depends on the main entree you choose. Even the most expensive entree is totally worth the price! Dinners range from $20-40. The chicken special is $22, pork tenderloin is $26, and steak is $36. First Course: Platter with grilled veggies (zucchini, mushrooms, red bell peppers), cheese, and crostini. The veggies were perfectly grilled and very flavorful. Cheeses were excellent and crostini were delish with the spread. Second Course: Pasta! I chose the tortellini in a tomato sauce with a touch of cream and fresh basil. The pasta tasted fresh and the overall texture was surprisingly very light. My sister's risotto was also excellent. Third Course: Main entree. My pork tenderloin was delicious. I'm usually very skeptical of prok tenderloin because of it's tendency to be dry, but this one was very moist and flavorful. The natural juices were so tasty I could have drank them straight from the bowl. Also snuck a few bites of my sister's breaded eggplant and my mom's prawns, which were both excellent as well. Fourth Course: Salad. A little strange to be getting after dinner, but fresh and tasty nonetheless. It came in a light vinaigrette dressing with walnuts, feta, and croutons. I hate to say this, but I was soooooooo full at that point I barely ate any of it. Plus, I was saving for dessert. Dessert: The warm chocolate cake with vanilla bean ice cream is by far, the BEST chocolate cake I ever ate. I could not believe how light it was. And it wasn't too sweet. The coating of chocolate syrup added the perfect touch. This cake sadly puts all other chocolate cakes to shame. The wait staff is very attentive and friendly. The restaurant itself is very cute. The outdoor patio is such an awesome place if weather is nice. Unfortunately it was really cold when we went. Overall, a 5 star experience. If you're ever visiting Ashland, or passing through Oregon, definitely make an effort to dine here.
(5)Kate M.
My family and I meet up in Ashland once every year for the Shakespeare festival, and the dinners at the variety of lovely local restaurants are as highly anticipated as the plays. Unfortunately, while the service here was very good, I was underwhelmed with the food at Cucina Biazzi. I loved the idea of the four course dinner, but here it seemed a little gimmicky as very little though was put into the antipasti or salad courses. The antipasti was as other reviewers have mentioned, all jarred items which were either bland or very salty, and the salad was basic romaine lettuce with a lot of dressing. The pasta and main courses were much better, the risotto was pretty good and the halibut on polenta was tasty, but there wasn't anything truly memorable for us. Again I love the idea of this place, traditional italian meals are my favorite, but I don't know that we'll be back next year.
(3)Jan E.
This restaurant is lovely with a Turscan Farmhouse ambiance, We started off with the antipasti which was delizioso! A wonderful array of fresh grilled vegetables, marinated beets, green beans, white bean salad, asiago cheese and crostini. The servers were sweet and friendly...the only complaint is i wished they'd brought us the a la carte menu as well as the full menu so we didn't have to be anxious about ordering and eating a four course meal when we weren't ready to eat that much nor pay that much $$$. We were needlessly anxious which wasn't a pleasant way to begin the meal. But onward and forward... My friend Beth (a fabulous cook in her own right) said the risotto was the best she'd ever had. I ordered the Capellini Alla Casa which was light but filling. My friends ordered the tuna which they said was tender and tasty. They were happy with their selection. Beth peaked her head into the kitchen to thank the staff for a job well done! Overall it was a wondeful dining experience. In the words of Arnold Schwarzenegger (yick)..We'll Be Back.
(4)Blue S.
Our family loves this restaurant. We come for special occasions, because it's cold outside, and just to enjoy the food and atmosphere. The outside seating in summer is especially lovely. The antipasti plate is very good, as are the pastas. The shrimp is my favorite main course. However, the main courses in general are not as fantastic as the other courses.
(4)Debbie M.
The food was excellent. The lobster ravioli was the best I have ever had. The three star is because of service. Its a four course meal during the second and third courses we were asked 2 times if they could take our plates. Each time Our silverware was not in the appropriate places to indicate we had finished yet. There were plenty of open tables so no need to rush us. We were rushed in and out in one hour fifteen min should have been a much longer dining experience. Oh well food is excellent
(3)Jen K.
I discovered Cucina Biazzi the old fashioned way. It was recommended by a friend who also makes an annual pilgrimage to Ashland. They've been coming here for years (and she has recommended it repeatedly), so I'm kicking myself for not visiting sooner. It wasn't for lack of trying. Echoing Toni M's observations, it isn't easy to find. Ashland is usually a very easy place to navigate since there are two connected downtown dining and shopping areas. Cucina Biazzi is just enough outside the main drag, with poor signage and a Yelp map plot that is just plain wrong, so I never found it wandering through town. Once we finally walked in the door, it was a completely satisfying Italian meal in a comfortable environment. And make sure you bring your appetite. We couldn't come close to finishing our meals. It is a four course prix-fixe with the price determined by the meat/secondi option. You start with a colorful antipasti plate for the table to share and hearty slices of bread with oil and vinegar. For the primi/pasta course, we both chose the risotto and it was my favorite dish that night. For the secondi course, I went with comfort food, the rosemary and garlic pork loin sliced and served over mashed potatoes. Very good, but a bit over seasoned. My mother chose the pollo alla Mamma Mia and enjoyed it as well. The meal ends with salad, which was the low point for us. The dressing was a bit bitter. There was absolutely no room for dessert. I found the price to be very reasonable for the quantity and quality of the meal. We each ordered a glass of Chianti Classico with our meal and food/wine was ~$35/person. $8 for a glass of wine seems a little high until you see the very large pour. Our service was very good and most of the other diners seemed like regulars, so it was a very warm and relaxing environment. Unfortunately most of my visits to Ashland are during the early spring, so I can't enjoy the lovely patio out back. My friend always visits in the summer, so she's never dined IN the restaurant. So I guess I beat her here after all.
(4)Jeff B.
Food was just ok, and certainly did not meet the expectations set by the relatively high price. The salad was noteworthy for having dressing so sour it hurt the roof of my mouth. Wine list was thin but adequate. Had a $90 Barolo, and then a much better $43 Oregon wine. Staff advice on wine was weak. Asked that check for our party be delivered to me, and was told it would be. It wasn't! Minor issue, but the voice message received from Cucina the day of our dinner said we would be inside. When we arrived, the table was outside. To their credit, they were able to adjust and seat all 7 of us together inside.
(2)Karin K.
We've visited Ashland several times over the past five years and this is the first time we've dined here. Having toured Italy and pretty much eaten our way across Tuscany, I have to say this was close to the real experience. The flavors, the freshness and the multi course presentation were very enjoyable. I wish there were a few surprises on the menu. The choices were not very challenging. The outside patio was surprisingly pleasant and intimate. The wine list could offer a few more options and more sophistication I thought. Overall a good dining experience.
(4)David L.
As a weary traveler looking for a great place to eat while on vacation in Oregon, i asked around and checked some local ratings for local restaurants. this place came highly recommended. I was VERY excited to try the place out, unfortunately i was REFUSED SERVICE. I walked in to dine alone a 7 pm on a Thursday night, waited 15 minutes to be greeted, and when the hostess did great me she was in a rush and told me ver batim that they were "Cooked Out" and that i should leave. I told her that it was only 7 pm, no restaurant service in the world could be out after only being open for an hour. There were open tables, and i peeked into the kitchen and saw a myriad of food items, a well stocked kitchen. But i was refused service (i was well dressed and in good behavior - this person just has TERRIBLE business skills). I was, and remain furious, this has never happened to me, but i cannot, in good faith, recommend a restaurant in any regard that would treat a guest like that, literally asked me to leave, no complimentary glass of wine, NOT EVEN AN APOLOGY!. So incredibly rude and disrespectful. -David Olsen
(1)Sonia C.
This IS upscale italian. Antipasti was a blast. Olives and mushroom. A very well rounded meal.
(4)Barry V.
If you're looking for that Tuscan experience, you'll find it in Ashland, OR, at Cucina Biazzi. During the eight years my wife and I have lived in Ashland, we've averaged at least one dinner a month at this best Italian restaurant in Southern Oregon. The quality has remained high under new executive chef Shane Hardin, who was sous chef to Chandra Corwin when she won the Ashland Top Chef award a couple of years ago. The restaurant features a four-course meal priced according the selected entrée. And, in true Italian tradition, salad is served as the final course. If you have room for a fifth course, try one of the dessert specials. Shane really knows how to make a superb fruit shortcake. The food, service, and ambience can't be beat.
(5)Darcy R.
Go to this place extremely hungry because you will eat a ton of food : ) Started with the antipasta dish which was a nice assortment of marinated mushrooms, artichokes, red bell peppers, crostini, cheese and white beans. second course risotto was a little mushy maybe too much butter, cheese? third course Pollo alla Mama Mia was tasty lightly breaded and had a nice pesto sauce along with polenta. I didn't even make it to the last course which was a salad. If it had been a dessert I might have had room, but who wants salad after all that good food? The courses came out about 10-15 minutes apart giving us lots of time to relax and enjoy the ambiance. Our waiter was friendly, but kind of forgot about us toward the end of our dinner. We waited for the check for at least 15 minutes. I especially liked that there was an option to eat inside or out on the cute patio. Quality food and great ambiance!
(4)John H.
So this is the place to come in Ashland for a premier meal. We started with an antipasti of grilled veggie, crostini with pecorino and the like. Next course was a pasta. House made. We had the lobster ravioli and the ravioli in sage butter. Wow...a food group in and of itself. Rest your fork..more food to come. My wife had the beef tenderloin skewers on a bed of arugula with pecorino cheese. It was perfect...why bring her a steak knife? I had the pork tenderloin. Thinly sliced, mildly,peppered and in an Au jus that melted in my mouth. So now, I am no longer going to grill pork but fly up to Ashland for dinner (just kidding). A berry crisp for dessert to finish a perfect meal. How can I thank Antonyetta and Rebecca for such a delightful meal? I don't routinely give 5 stars, but this is well worth it. We look forward to returning and trying a different menu selection. Finally, even though they were very busy with the theater crowd, we never felt left out or rushed. What a great balancing act.
(5)Terry T.
A great location, really good Italian food and a very reasonably priced four course dinner are some of the reasons this is one of my favorite places to dine in Ashland. This Tuscan inspired restaurant in a small turn-of-the-century house, and is located only a few blocks from the main commercial area. P and I dinned in the courtyard. We both chose dinners from the four course menu, the prices are the same, so it is the better deal. Almost as soon as we sat down the antipasti course was brought to the table, it included a lot of interesting items: grilled mushroom caps and bell peppers, crostini with garlic spread, olives, grilled veg., white beans with olive oil and garlic. I really don't eat beans; however, these were so good, I had to resist taking more than my share. The pasta dishes came next. I had al dente pasta with tomatoes and P had the raviolis with browned sage butter. It will be a hard choice to decide which pasta to have the next time I have dinner here her dish was wonderful and so was mine Next up were the main attractions. P had an eggplant dish and I had chicken they were both good. They were followed with a salad of mixed greens with nuts and cheese. My Merlo from the Rouge River area in Oregon, and P's imported white were fine. Too full and with a play at 8pm we did not have dessert. The courtyard with Tuscan orange walls and twinkly lights is a perfect location to linger with friends on a warm evening over dessert and perhaps with a glass of port
(4)Patty A.
Last night myself and 4 women friends dinned at Cucina Biazzi's for my birthday. I want to thank the staff, and especially sous chef, Shane Hardin, for what was an excellent meal and a most memorable birthday. The four courses was such a treat, the ambiance was lovely, the food was fabulous and the tiramisu for dessert was sublime! Plus it had my name on it in chocolate! Had I paid for my meal I might say it was overpriced, but my friends chipped in, so I can't complain. Overall it was a real treat!
(4)beth w.
The food was absolutely delicious. It was very authentic Italian cooking. I am a good cool and Risotto is very hard to make and they did a fabulous job. The butter sage ravioli, wine and Halibut was delicious. The service was great. The only reason I didn't rate it a 5 was the tiramisu. Again, that is a hard dish to make, but it wasn't a dessert that I finished. Definitely visit this restaurant. Beth from California
(4)Beth M.
Disclaimer: Everything tastes better when someone else is picking up the tab. I had the great fortune to be taken out to dinner with my work colleagues this weekend, and our host chose Cucina Biazzi. We were not disappointed! Service: Friendly, but not overbearing. We had a little bit of antipasti delay because one of our group is vegetarian - we had polished off our appetizer long before our friend had hers, but otherwise no problems at all. Food: From other reviews, it seems like Cucina Biazzi might suffer from some inconsistency in the kitchen. Well, we were there on a GREAT night. Everyone loved their food - between the 5 of us, I think we ordered just about everything on the menu! The antipasti was the most average - it was a mix of canned and homemade, and I think the 5th star would be there but for that. The seafood linguine was fantastic with generous portions of seafood and just a hint of spice. I got the steak with a blue cheese-horseradish cream. Honestly, I wouldn't necessarily do both of those together. The strong flavors sort of canceled each other out, but the steak was beautifully seasoned and cooked to an absolutely PERFECT medium rare. The salad course was great. I was particularly on the lookout for an unbalanced dressing (based on other reviews) but I found the flavors to be very good. The warm chocolate cake - OH MY GOD THE WARM CHOCOLATE CAKE. First, we shared one piece among 3 of us, and it was enough. The interior of the cake was almost like a chocolate souffle - with a decaf doppio (served with lemon rind, natch!), it was the perfect ending to our meal. Drinks: The Italian beer on the menu tastes like Pabst. However, their wine selection by the glass was very nice, and the pours just generous enough to make me feel the love for the $8-9 price tag. The coffee and espresso was very well done. They do offer a full bar, but there is not bartender so I would stick to simple mixed drinks if you are inclined to have liquor. However, this is Italian - really, you should be drinking wine. :) Ambiance: I would totally come here on a hot date with my man. The low lights and intimate atmosphere of the converted house make it a perfect date spot. As part of a work group, though, we had a great time as well. It is not a quiet, couples-only place, so our boisterous bunch was not out of place. The heat was on the fritz while we were there, and it did get pretty chilly, which was kind of a bummer. The staff did bring a space heater over to our table, so at least 2 of us stayed warm.... Overall, a wonderful meal. I might be a little pickier if I had actually been picking up the tab (since I'm pretty sure we spent about $100/person), but overall, Cucina Biazzi made a very good impression!
(4)Laura Y.
I have mixed feelings about Cucina Biazzi, in some ways it was extremely reminiscent of the time I spent studying in Italy, but in other ways it just fell short. The restaurant is a converted house (which I think is cool), but you have to enter through the back where the parking lot is... so you get to keep an eye on your car, which is... something... We ate outside which was ok, but we were cramped and trapped by other chairs and umbrellas. So, its a bit of a mixed bag in regards to the vibe of the place. The waitstaff was kind, although a bit rushed and a tad forgetful. I understand some of the problems and snags, but at the same time for $50 per person without wine it could be smoother. But let's talk about the food. The antipasti was welcomed because we were starving, but it was all straight from a can or a jar with the exception of a spread on some crostini. I would have rather had fewer options that were a better quality than a huge platter of canned and jarred food. The beans were a huge disappointment since they were canned white beans with minced red onion and tuna (a great, and traditional flavor combo in Italy), but they were so bland it just became a waste of space. The pasta course was just ok. The capellini was drenched in oil and the promised chili flakes were missing. The risotto was creamy thanks to generous help from dairy and the promised mustard greens were chopped so finely that it was almost pointless. However, the flavor overall was decent. The pork and potatoes was very traditional Italian- which means fat running throughout the meat and a heavier hand with salt. The eggplant looked horrible though as it was thick slabs of eggplant breaded and served with polenta. It was just so sad. The salad was jarring- there was way too much oil and vinegar and the toasted walnuts were too toasted. The chocolate pot de creme was nice. but nothing to write home about. I feel like I can tell what they are trying to do, but it just isn't there yet. If I could I would give it 3.5 stars. PS in the summer it sounds like you need a reservation.
(3)Ronald A.
We were extremely disappointed in our experience. We had eaten there in the past and it was good, so we thought we would go back. The best part of the dinner was the wine and the sauteed spinach, which was brought almost as an after thought, as we were half way through our entres. The service was lackluster; it was pretty clear they did not care that we were there. The restaurant was not busy. The pork dish was extremely bland and my lamb difficult to eat. My risotto was over done and mushy; the ravioli was without flavor. There are too many good restaurants in Ashland to make this mistake again.
(2)Raymond T.
The antipasti was excellent, but the prawna and the chicken were bland and unmemorable. The risotto was the worst I have ever had and the tortelllini was bland too. I will not return. The atmosphere was nice with the fireplace, but the food was a big disappointment.
(2)Rosa B.
Had a nice ambience within the restaurant but the food was mediocre. There are better quality and tasting Italian restaurants in Ashland to go to. Menu descriptions make you excited for authentic Italian food, but when the food arrives you are left asking where's the can or jar?
(3)Celantiis E.
Ravioli with sage and butter = WOW. Crispy, simple chicken = MMM. Chocolate cake = HUGE, DIVINE. Go there!
(5)Jeffrey Y.
Dining here was a real experience. We were seated promptly thanks to a reservation but unfortunately one in out party was wedged against an umbrella stand and two more back up into a wall and had to maneuver like contortionists to get in and out. Our server was friendly but spoke too quickly to be understood so there was some confusion as we then discussed what she had said to try to remember the specials. We all opted for the four course dinner (with one exception) because when the a la carte pricing was explained it seemed like a much better value for four courses (some of the pasta dishes alone cost almost $30). In retrospect I am glad we opted for the four courses because while the antipasti was generous, though obviously much came from cans or jars, the pasta alone would have been a small meal, and the meat course was rather measly as was the finishing salad. But that's not all. The shrimp secondi consisted of four shrimp, the chicken was overcooked (though not by much), the pork was fatty and the eggplant was thick and bland. The pasta dishes were mostly good although rather oily as was the finishing salad. To top it off our server, who was great, brought the check and told us loudly that even though the menu says the gratuity is included for parties of six or more (and we were six) that it wasn't included when she ran our credit card. It seemed a little tacky for a restaurant that is reputed to be nice (and priced to match - $30-50 for the four course meal). Ultimately, I understand Ashland is a destination town and they have a season but the prices are too high for what is ultimately sub-par food. Ultimately I think two stars is sufficient for this establishment because while the food didn't make me feel sick the damage to my back account did.
(2)Colleen M.
Dinner was a lovely experience. Ate outside on the patio and despite the very busy night it wasn't noisy or chaotic. Our server, Carlos, was excellent - attentive and knowledgeable. The food was very good - I had the ravioli with brown butter and sage and it was delicious. The halibut with polenta and tomatoes was also very good and the creme brulee was fabulous. We will definitely return!
(4)Jim O.
Food was only ok. Ambiance outside is great.Service was friendly and good. I do not think would go back.
(2)Paul L.
Bottom line, way over priced for okay food. Pasta Piatti is is much better deal with more interesting food. The anti pasta was not canned as other reviewers said. The rice on the plate was weird, but the rest was tasty. The most interesting part of dinner were the pasta dishes. The risotto was well prepared, as were the two ravioli dishes, but not special in any way. The main courses were blah. The pork was okay, but not tasty. The shrimp were...well shrimp. Same with the chicken. $200 plus tip for three meals and five glasses of house wine just was not worth it.
(3)David G.
Ate there Friday night,Excellent food beautiful&relaxing atmosphere very attentive waitstaff!!
(5)Foodaliscious B.
Meh Was really looking forward to an ideal dining adventure. Didn't deliver. Came for my guys 50th mid week. We were seated then ignored for a bout 15 minutes when our drink order was finally taken... PS... no bartender here. Waiters make the drinks and they didn't know how to make a classic Manhattan and they had bad Scotch choices. Antipasti platter... plentiful plate of jarred and brined stuff. Pasta course... ummmm... huh? bland, boring tasteless house pasta... with over cooked capellini. gloppy Risotto. had that "been sitting around" sheen to it. Entree- sliced pork was sparse and tough. very white looking ... no attention to detail. Oh and where's that glass of wine I ordered two courses back? Anyway... I can't even remember the other entree... must have a been a barn burner. Salad course... vinagery greens. what a lovely finish she says sarcastically. They did bring us a free dessert... but nothing here is free given the meal was over $120 and sucked. How the heck is this place considered to be Rogue Valleys best on Urbanspoon? Maybe there was a time but that ship SAILED. Don't bother. ps after reading the other reviews now i spot a trend... antipasti from a can doesn't fly....don't order the pork... everyone says dry and overcooked. also where's the seasoning? why are we are all salting and doing anything we can to salvage what's put before us? YO CB owners... do something about the pork and lack of seasonings for crying out loud! and maybe consider a new take on that pre dinner disaster called antipasti.
(2)Debbie B.
Has always been an absolute favorite... antipasta, capellini alla casa - angel hair pasta with spinach, fresh squeeze lemon, olive, oil, chili flake OR the lobster and ravioli in a lemon cream sauce!...beef tenderloin perfectly medium rare with a horseradish gorgonzola cream sauce... next a light salad - perfect... and finally... the desert I have not been able to find its match anywhere else - the chocolate pot de creme with fresh whip cream and dark chocolate shavings.... the service, the food, the chef, the ambiance - it is all absolutely perfect... it is always a beautiful experience. Sit outside under the wisteria vine on the patio when it's warm out. Beautiful and worth every penny. Our server was fantastic. Rebekah has worked there for 18 years. She might just be the best waitress fine dining we've had the pleasure of meeting. Well done Cucina Biazzi!!
(5)Lisa D.
The best Italian restaurant I've been to. The food and atmosphere are amazing. The perfect place for a romantic dinner.
(5)Susan B.
Best meal in Ashland. Lobster ravioli was transcendant! I'll never forget it. Great for special occasions.
(5)Carol D.
Came just at the end of the theater rush. Servers were swamped but came by to say they'd be with us soon and sent another person over to take our wine order. Don't go if you're in a hurry to get to the theater. Nice spacing between courses, pleasant service, terrific food. Anti-pasti was OK not fab, but crab risotto was just lovely and the fillet was wonderful. Salad was OK. Desert was terrific - peach shortcake. Very European experience after the theater rush. Never hurried. The patio was beautiful. Must be the best dining experience in Ashland.
(4)r m.
We went there last night for a belated New's Eve dinner. We got the table we wanted by the window (and the heating vent which was great). Yes, it's over priced, but the antipasti was pretty good although the wine Dolcetto d'Alba (Cascina Bruciata, 2011) wasn't so great (and $$$) but I didn't want to keep sending back wine. My boyfriend had the shrimp which were awesome but could have had a couple more and I had the beefsteak which was one of the best pieces of meat I've had in a long time. Tender, buttery, great flavor and really delicious! The service was fairly attentive, but it wasn't very busy. We didn't have dessert but I'm sure it would be good. We'd go back. It's a nice special occasion restaurant, I say that because it's pretty pricy for the food but considering how most of the restaurants in the Ash/Med region are so mediocre, it's ok. For a more regular place, we like Wiley's Pasta world.
(3)Galen W.
Cucina Biazzi is a dining -- not eating -- experience. The four courses can come one on top of the other if you're watching the clock because of a curtain time. But, the meal is best enjoyed leisurely with plenty of conversation, time, and wine. Cucina Biazzi wants you to have an antipasto, pasta, a main dish, and a salad. The price of your dinner varies according to your choice of the main, although there are a few first courses which come with a supplementary charge. Each course isn't huge, and you can follow the dining game plan without leaving the restaurant uncomfortably stuffed. Don't worry about going away hungry, though. In fact, if you select the heaviest option in each course, you can make yourself need Tums. The dishes are fresh, individually prepared, and extraordinary. The antipasto plate is generous, nicely dressed and reasonably varied. The accompanying bread with oil and vinegar takes the edge off your hunger and suggests that you should slow down with another bottle of red for the table. I love the lemon, garlic, basil, fresh tomato, and olive oil angel hair pasta first course. When I ask for it with extra garlic, it comes with thin slivers of garlic clove mixed in. The tomatoes seem added at the end and they are just starting to soften and to release their juice into the lemon and oil. There are heavier pasta options, too, ranging from meat sauce, lobster ravioli (for a supplement), and the angel hair mixture with feta cheese added. TIP: If you give the restaurant a couple days notice, you can ask for pasta carbonara and they'll buy for your meal the bacon they don't normally stock. Last night's salmon special was cooked exactly as I requested. It showed just a hint of grill marks when it flaked on the plate. Moderate spices and fresh lemon to squeeze on top made it perfect. The palate-cleansing end-of-dinner salad is small and zesty. The waitress claimed the dressing was a spicy green goddess, but that combination makes my brain hurt. Whatever it was called, the light coating of spicy cream dressing was a perfect accompaniment to the crisp cold greens on the plate. Adding to our enjoyment is the availability of reasonably-priced Italian wines. Not cheap, but not pricy California masterpieces that cost more than your hotel bill. Last night we liked the Barbera, and on other visits the sangiovese has been in the spotlight. Biazzi also has a full bar. Even though we're packing in courses and gulps of enjoyment, the Mediterranean diet-themed menu, and the ability to steer clear from heavy choices, lets us revel in Biazzi dinners without contemplating that we'll have to spend days on the exercise bicycle in remorse. Overall, this incarnation of the Biazzi culinary empire offers Mediterranean food fit for an Italian king.
(5)Toni M.
Five stars for the food. Zero stars for the signage. Four stars for the service. This is our first time here. It's been open for years, part of the Ashland Beasy empire. Like Morning Glory, it's formerly a house, about the same vintage. East Main is a side street w/o illumination at night. I have driven past the restaurant many times during the day and had a pretty fair idea where it was, but by the time we were arriving for our 7:30 reservation it was dark. The white wooden sign, which used to be at the front of the property and easily seen, is now back toward the building and was not illuminated. At all. We called twice for directions and ended up driving miles past the restaurant. By the time we found it we were pretty frustrated. We were welcomed and seated, our difficulty finding the place apologized for and explained. The next challenge was the chatty woman at the adjacent table who insisted on continuing her personal conversation w/ the server, who kept edging toward us. Finally, after I glared at the chatty woman, she said something flippant about the server going to take those two people's orders (ours) so they don't starve to death. Bitch. So the food had a lot to overcome. The menu is interesting. It's set up as a 4 course prix fixe, the cost determined by the entree. An antipasto plate is served to everyone and comes w/ crostini spread w/ something smooth and pesto-like, roasted peppers, white beans, pepperoncini, artichoke hearts and pitted black olives that look like kalamatas but are milder. It was a lovely start. It was served w/ a tasty white bread accompanied by a dish of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Take my advice: don't eat the bread. It's good, but there's lots of food to follow. As Alan says, "take my advice, I'm not using it!". I ordered a glass of Sausal Old Vines Zinfandel, which was delicious. They had no dark beer so Alan stuck w/ water. The second course is pasta and there are a multitude of choices. Alan and I both chose the capellini. His was the house capellini, which came w/ olive oil, fresh spinach, lemon, garlic, pepper flakes and toasted homemade bread crumbs. Mine was the special, which came w/ chopped tomatoes, basil, feta and olive oil. They were both excellent, flavorful and generous portions. Our main course again gave us several choices including specials. Alan decided on the eggplant, which was breaded and fried and came accompanied by polenta and sauteed spinach. I chose the pork loin which had been marinated in a savory mixture of ingredients I forget and then grilled. It came w/ roasted potatoes and the sauteed spinach. Alan hates polenta, so I gave him my potatoes and took the polenta, which I like. We traded bites of our mains and both were flavorful. Despite being cut thin, the pork was moist. The spinach was delicious. The final course was the salad, which was Caesar-like and very good. We were sated and didn't even consider dessert. I can't tell you why it took all these years to try this place when we have loved Beasy's other restaurants, other than it being off the beaten path and out of our way. They have their own parking lot, which makes parking easy. There's an attractive patio in back, off the parking lot, that must be lovely during the summer months. We will definitely be back.
(4)Amy O.
Just ate dinner here for the second time. Lovely and romantic ambiance. Service is excellent. The food is quite good. Price was reasonable: $110 for 2 four course meals, a beer, glass of wine, 2 espressos, and a shared dessert. So why not 5 stars? The food was very good, but not transcendent. That being said, Cucina is a really nice place for dinner and we will be back!
(4)Kimberly S.
Cucina Biazzi was nothing but top-notch and delicious in our book. I have no idea what happened to the man that posted a review today, but we were treated with gracious respect, even when we showed up with our three younger children in tow. They found the perfect table for us where are two daughters could dance around without disturbing other diners. Our server is a mother of 4 and completely helped us with meal selections for a our brood. Not to mention the quality of the food. Delicious, perfectly-sized portions, which left just enough room for dessert. Ah...thank you for a lovely birthday dinner and thank you for being so patient of my kids. Bliss.
(4)Eping H.
Incredibly good food marred by a 20 minute wait for a table that had been reserved. I'm writing this review a year and a half after the fact, so I've forgotten quite a few details. But, sometimes, what you remember can be telling, can't it? I remember having a difficult time finding the place on a poorly lit street and walking very carefully through a pitch-black parking lot. I remember waiting a long time for a table, even though we had made a reservation. I think I remember being offered complimentary wine while we waitied. I think. I remember the food being tremendous, especially the angel hair pasta. I remember being too full for dessert.
(4)Colin O.
Amazing porch. Amazing food. Amazing place to spend 3year anniversary with amazing wife.
(5)Bonni S.
This restaurant got an A+ from my husband and me when we visited Ashland this month. We wanted a quiet place, with a menu offering really good Italian food with vegetarian options. We found exactly that. The setting is beautiful - a charming house on a residential street away from the touristy restaurant area, The menu had a number of veggie options for both primi and segundi courses, as well as a wonderful all-vegetarian antipasti course. The service was great. It was all good and I'd definitely go back again.
(4)Porter H.
Came to Ashland to visit friend. Wanted to go out and eat a fine meal. Used friend's "local status" to get a FREE bottle of wine at Cucina Biazzi! Yes! If you are a local....call them and ask about their "local eight at 8:00PM" special! I loved sitting on the patio, sipping vino, eating a delicious 5 course meal, and talking, talking, and talking to my friend about all the places we want to travel to. Cucina Biazzi contributed to a FINE evening! Gratzi!
(5)Rick K.
We had a delicious five course meal here. The serving size was excellent, not too big (like so many places) yet not too small. We devoured every bit of every course. Started with the antipasta, and some of the tastiest olive oil with the delicious bread. Then out came the pasta dish, I had the angel hair with tomato and shredded cheese, perfect. Then the pollo dish, cooked to perfection. We passed on dessert, too much to eat already! The service was great, even though the place was packed. We'll go back. Highly recommend.
(5)Greg G.
OK, you know when you're walking up to a place and you get a little skeeved out, but you enter anyway, thinking "Oh, it'll be fine?". DON'T DO THAT! Walk away and eat somewhere else! We tried to walk in the front door of this house-turned-restaurant, but were directed to the patio entrance around the back. So after walking by the garbage & recycling cans and the kitchen's back door, we arrived at the patio and were warmly (remember that word) greeted by one of the servers. It was a very warm evening, so when he asked if we'd rather eat inside or out, we asked which was cooler, and he said inside would be better - I don't know if it was better, but it was really warm in there. The menu is 4 course - antipasto, pasta, meat & salad. The antipasto consisted of canned cannellini beans, canned artichoke hearts, pepperoncini from a jar, and some grilled zucchini and (barely) roasted and unpeeled red peppers with 2 little crostini (cold) with some kind of cheesey spread on them. Everything was very bland (rhymes with 'canned'). My wife took the oregano sprig garnish and shredded it by hand, then mixed it in with the beans and added some some salt & pepper and it began to taste like something, but not much! - not a great start , but we were holding onto hope. It was still way too warm to be comfortable in there. Our server, Rebekah, (who was really great, by the way) recommended the ravioli (2 different kinds), for our pasta courses - first the lobster ravioli, which were really cheese ravs with about 3 or 4 little chunks of lobster in the lemony cream sauce (which wasn't all that bad) but it was so flavorless that salt couldn't revive it. The other ravs were cheese- filled with a sage brown butter - bland again! We really weren't able to tell the 'lobster' ravs from the brown butter ones except for how they felt in your mouth! . Still very warm in there, but Rebekah said she'd open the front door as soon as the 8- top sitting near it left. Our 3rd courses were the tuna & the pork loin. The tuna was cooked med rare as I requested, with a corn & tomato relish. It was so-so due to the use of canned corn. Canned corn in August? Anyway, it was just flavorless, bland - salt didn't help at all. Pork was cooked to death and served with roasted potatoes from at least yesterday and probably 2 days ago (they had that old,stale steam-table flavor). The 3rd courses were so bad we skipped the salads & desserts and left. The 2 stars are for Rebekah's gracious service (she did open the front door after the 8-top left, but it was still too hot to be comfortable), and the Wm. Augustus viognier/marsanne that was really great. Our bill - $111 for 2 of us (gasp).
(2)Dave J.
Delicious anniversary dinner! Could not have been better. Server was delightful. Our server suggested that we split a meal and given the four courses plus dessert that was perfect.
(5)Linda S.
This restaurant was recommended by a friend who had just been to Ashland and she raved about it for at least 30 minutes...I thought it couldn't possibly be that good, but it was!!!! My 4 courses started with a huge antipasti platter, then I chose a homemade 1/2" egg noodle with peas and a butter/cream sauce, my entree was roast pork loin with mashed potatoes, and they serve a salad after the main course. Save room for dessert because they are all to die for! My friend and I split a vanilla ice cream laced with tuaca liqueur and dried citrus fruits...it sounds unusual, but it was divine.
(5)Susanne R.
Oh, to be in love ... with a restaurant! CB's plant-draped outdoor patio is just about as romantic a setting as you're likely to find, and with it's cozy rock fireplace you can sup here well into Fall. The rest of the year you can retreat indoors to the classy dining rooms - definitely the place to take a date. Wine list is nicely accessible, with quite a few offerings by the glass. Meals are four courses: Antipasti plate is brought straight away, you choose your pasta and main courses from the menu or that evening's offerings, green salad is served after the main course (the way it's supposed to be ;-). The Lobster Ravioli here is not to be missed, even though it's an $8 add-on. You won't have a lot of tummy room left after all that, but you should try to order at least one of their luscious desserts to share. There are also locals specials the last day of each month (call the restaurant for details).
(5)Ginny B.
My husband and I went to Cucina before the theater, hard to find in a house in a neighborhood. But worth the trip. The food and service were wonderful. The pasta fresh and beautifully served. Four course meal was just what we needed. I also had the steak and one of the best I have had.
(5)PL A.
Recommended by the hotel. The restaurant is in a cute little house in a residential neighborhood. The setting was quiet and romantic. The owner's son was our waiter but we didn't know it until the end of the dinner. He was great. Very informative with a warm sense of humor. We got the lightly breaded chicken with thinly sliced mozzarella and it was truly excellent. We also got the filet which was amazing. The menu is set up as Tuscan style which is four courses. Antipasto to start. Then we selected a ravioli bolognese (which was great) and the angel hair with tomato, basil and feta (excellent). We loved everything about this restaurant and the only reason I gave it four stars instead of five is because I'm "old school" when it comes to Italian and I kept joking with our waiter, "what does someone have to do around here to get some salami and a nice hunk of aged parmesan in the antipasto?" He smiled, laughed and assured me that there would be some salami and a hunk of Parmesan the next time we came.... And we are taking him at his word and returning. Great food. Excellent service. Beautiful setting.
(4)Chris D.
The best deal in town, for a four course authentic italian dinner. The way they price it all depends on your main course.... like $32 for a steak florentine to $21 for a chicken breast bread crumbs lightly fried with tomatoes. Make sure you leave room for dessert, they have some of the best tiramusi which is huge and delish.
(4)Edith S.
Been there too many times. It used to be great for dining before an 8 o'clock play. Now the fixed menu, stale service and tired outlook are out of step. No thank you.
(2)Stacie S.
This is a review on how we were treated. We didn't actually eat here! We were referred day of by our b&b hosts, so we did not have a reservation. We came 15 min before they actually opened (we didnt know) and talked with the hostess, told her we were looking to eat outside. She checked her book and told us she could probably seat us inside, but she didnt have anything outside, so we took it. We walked out into the parking lot to wait... They did not even offer us a bench to sit on while they finished opening (there was no one else there). So we are standing in the parking lot and I am not getting the greatest feeling from this place, like we are an inconvenience, and I change my mind. My husband walks back to tell her we are going go elsewhere and suddenly she can seat us outside! We left, it made me mad that as soon as I decide to leave they have outside seating! And I know no one canceled within the 5 min we changed our minds because we could see and hear the reservation desk the whole time. I just don't get it? Pretentious....
(1)jill c.
We would eat here again and again, and we will every time we go to Ashland. The meal was delicious from the antipasto to the dessert, which was one of the best EVER! I could hardly stuff it in-my husband was kind enough to commandeer the plate and ate most of it. Go after dark and sit outside-the ambiance is lovely. The service was excellent-our server was attentive but not at all intrusive. It was a completely wonderful experience.
(5)Pat M.
A few years ago, we dined here and I vividly remember the house-made ravoli with sage and brown butter. A quick check of the menu from my new iPhone revealed it was still on the menu. We booked a table from the road and quickly settled into a lovely table on the patio. T and I both took the 4 course menu for $24 and $22.50 respectively. A delicous antipasti arrived with a wonderful selection of grilled vegetables and tasty morsels. Next came the pasta course, with the ravioli for me and pasta with tomatos for T. The main courses of chicken for T and eggplant for me made the salad course almost an after-thought. No room nor no time for dessert as we were off to our play that evening.
(4)Kathleen A.
Delish, 4-course meal (you will be stuffed). Good wine selection. Prices are totally reasonable. Atmosphere is lovely with fireplaces and low lights, very friendly staff. Outdoor patio area looks awesome for summer. Some of the preparations are a bit heavy handed (over dressed salad, lots of pepper on some items), but many are simply delightful. The broth in the fish stew was amazing and the breads were perfect. Overall you can't beat the experience for the price in Ashland.
(4)Grace C.
Very good four-course Italian meal within a cozy restaurant with several different rooms. The service was friendly. A lot of food that should be eaten at a leisurely pace.
(4)P Lynn P.
We really enjoyed our dinner here - we were able to share a wonderful lamb meal. We had the antipasta - which is a large serving; risotto - the best I've tasted; and lamb. We were so full we skipped the final course - the salad. Very romantic setting with enough privacy to talk.
(5)Adam M.
Sadly I really wanted to rate this place 4 - 5 stars but I have to start with the question of whether or not I would go back again. The answer is no. First the good: Super nice waitstaff, nice ambiance. Great risotto, good wine list. They were nice enough to remove my oddly flavored angel-hair pasta from the bill. Now the not so good: Physical menu's - food stains, house special angel-hair pasta - way, way, way too salty and oddly flavored greens (even after they were nice enough to make me a second version), fish entree - improperly undercooked, salad - inedible (perhaps the olive oil had gone bad?). Lastly, when somebody at the next table starts talking loudly on their cell phone it would be nice if the waitstaff asked him to step outside. So 1 1/2 good courses out of 4. Based on other review perhaps the chef was having an off night?
(2)Bill G.
Hands down, this is my favorite place in Ashland. Food is modern Italian, service is great, prices reasonable. I especially like the courtyard seating. The menu is varied, and the price is for four courses. A la carte is the same price (seems to me), so go all the way! The antipasti is the least inspired part of the menu, so avoid it if you aren't terribly hungry. No kids menu, and this is as close as you can come in Ashland to needing to dress for dinner (you don't).
(5)Valerie F.
The prix fixe menu is the way to go! Delicious and enough for 2 people. We love the patio in the back and the staff is very friendly. The restaurant is a little off the grid which makes it even more special
(5)leslie s.
I live in Los Angeles and have also lived in San Francisco and Las Vegas, so I've been to my share of amazing restaurants. Cucina Biazzi, you get five stars! My brother and I took our father for his birthday and everything, from server to music, was terrific. Every one of the four courses was delicious - it was difficult to try to decide what was the best. I will say that I rarely choose to order chicken in a restaurant but did last night (we ordered three different meats and shared) - and wow - fantastic and will order it again! Best restaurant meal in years - we will definitely eat here again during our next visit!
(5)kathy m.
We had the best dinner here! Is there anything as fabulous as a warm summer evening with good friends and great food? The atmosphere was perfect with music and tinkle lights. Everything was amazing! There were about a dozen of us and I'll bet I had a bite of everything on the menu. I loved the way they served the meals in four courses. Who cares how much it cost? Who knows? It was a beautiful evening.
(4)Paige D.
Absolutely amazing. I love eating here (when I can afford it), it is a bit pricey but worth it. The food is the best Italian food I have had outside of Italy. The atmosphere is very elegant but still has a friendly welcoming feel. From the table you can see the kitchen and all the food is fresh and flavorful. I love Italian food, and have tried to make some of the dishes I have had here at home, but I just can't do them justice.
(5)Reid B.
I've had some very good meals at Cucina Biazzi. The ravioli with browned butter and sage are to die for.
(4)ginger w.
We find ourselves in Ashland 2-3 times a year. Thanks to YELP, we just discovered Cucina Biazzi. It is a little off the main commercial area, in a converted house in a residential area. We will DEFINITELY return! There is a lovely courtyard for outdoor dining. Weather, however, forced us inside, which was fine. The staff are courteous, prompt, and very knowledgeable about the wine list and menu items (preparation, etc.) It is rather like being in a dining room than a restaurant. All dinners are four courses inclusive. Still, with a 6:30 reservation we were well able to make an 8:30 curtain time at the festival. The wine list is very accessibly priced and heavy on Italian selections (amazingly, I find this not always to be the case with Italian restaurants). The antipasto course includes a little of lots of interesting items: grilled mushroom caps and bell peppers, crostini with garlic spread, olives, grilled veg., white beans with olive oil and garlic. All served with flavorful bread, olive oil and balsamic vinegar. The pasta course: I had the "house specialty": angel hair with fresh baby spinach, dressed with lemon and olive oil, garlic and parmigianno. The baby spinach was so fresh it almost said hello; the combination was just toothsome. I DID have to pick out the slivers of fresh garlic - it was just a bit too much. My husband had the risotto with asparagus and prosciutto. It was prepared properly (very loose consistency). Both dishes were flavorful and excellent. My entree was grilled large shrimp with lemon, oil, garlic, parsley on a bed of polenta; my husband had grilled pork loin with roasted potatoes in a wonderful stock/sauce. An accompanying bowl of baby spinach was served with these, family-style. The entrees are followed by a salad of greens with a light vinaigrette, nuts and feta. We had a bottle of Vernaccia, a Tuscan white wine that stood up to both the shrimp and the pork (although my husband had a glass of Chianti Classico with his pork). Wine was recommended by our server when we told her what we wanted/liked. It was all fantastic, the ambience was wonderful, and the staff professional and pleasant. they always allowed adequate time for the courses - we were never rushed. We only regret that we had to leave for the theatre. and miss dessert. Next time we will see a matinee instead, and have time for one of the wonderful desserts and a glass of vin santo! We felt the prices were more than reasonable. For our four courses, bottle of wine and glass of red: $90. We would never get all that in the Bay Area for that tab. We can hardly wait to return on our next trip.
(5)t m.
This is the best and most consistent fine dining experience in Ashland. The dinner is traditional 4 course Italian meal with small plates and a fun progression to the night. It is inside of a remodeled turn of the century house, so you feel like you are eating dinner as a guest at someones home. The wine selection is good and they have a full bar. In the summer, avoid the play crowd and ask for a seating after 8pm outside. It will still be warm and you will have your pick of the good tables.
(5)Steve F.
Best Italian in town. Great prix-fixe menu (different prices based on the meat/secondi choice) with four courses: antipasti, primi (pasta), secondi (meat/entree) and salad. Excellent tiramisu when it's available. Good, affordable wine list. Definitely worth sitting outside on the patio when the weather permits.
(4)Melissa W.
We went here the night after our first anniversary and agreed that we should have actually celebrated here. We loved every bit of the meal and the food really got us excited for our trip to Italy that was coming in a few months. Every bit of the experience was pleasing, the fixed price meal, the cute little "home" setting, the attentive service and the other happy diners (keep in mind this was in March, not tourist season in Ashland so the locals were out and enjoying everything while they still could). This was over a year ago but I remember a great antipasti platter, sage and butternut squash ravioli in a perfect portion, and sauteed spinach that was perfectly cooked in yummy premium olive oil. I wish more people I know would visit Ashland so I could send them here!
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