Osteria Marzano in Alexandria

Jackie was terrific. Asked for recommendation s and she was spot on. The branzino was awesome. This is a must visit

Everything from the wait staff to the food was excellent. I will absolutely return and fully recommend to anyone seeking excellent Italian cuisine.

Started in 2013 by chef Marzano himself, with his wife Deborah and the amazing  Elena, who I see in the evenings when I bring my guests long ago. I miss this place I use to go every other Friday for a taste of Italy. It's been awhile Since I been here. This was my second home as the culinary was wonderful. I loved this place since it's launched. It was like feeling The warmth of Italy walking in, the ambiance of the decor that Brings a history of elegance to your heart of Italia. Its been 5 years since I've seen my favorite restaurant that felt like home. As, I just moved back from SoCal. I finally returned on a beautiful Saturday as it opened it doors at 3pm. It happen to be national cocktail day. The extended outdoor patio which is lovely, I open the doors and their was no warm greeting and smiles like before of " Welcome to Osteria Marzano". All the greeters were bunched up behind the counter and chatting. I had to say " reservation for 2 under my name". To whoever at the front hosting you are the face of this restaurant it is important to greet everyone as you make the first impression of this restaurant. It's what sets up the love and story behind the food and experience. Please be a little more passionate of greeting every guest. You never know if it might be a critic, food reviewer, someone who got referred by a family or friend about this restaurant. I Walk through and got to our table . I had a wonderful server named Caroline, she been here for 6 years. I was thrilled with her personality, charm, and enthusiasm. She greeted me and started me off with my special drink the "sangria" on the happy hour. I brought my guest who is first timer. She been dying to try this place which was on h...