The real deal
The real deal, "as Italian as it gets"!    [29 Sep 2004 10:58:22]

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     ­Anonymous   

FABULOUSO!!!!
I have found Italy here in Norfolk.....
This restaurant is incredible, the food, just like I remember of Italy, fresh! I had the special, Osso Buco, the meat all but fell off the bone and the flavor, was beyond perfection!    [06 Oct 2004 20:14:27]

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Recommended Dishes: Osso Bucco

     ­Stila   

As close as you'll get in Norfolk
The owner, a Roman native, has not yet sold out to the American version of Italian dining. His dishes are as authentic as it gets. The atmosphere allows you to pace yourself, as the wait staff is trained NOT to rush the patrons. You can take three hours, order five courses, five bottles of wine, eat dessert and have an aperitif and espresso and no one will be trying to kick you out of your table, even if it is Saturday. The wines are excellent, with many labels nearly impossible to find stateside. Wonderful food, friendly atmosphere, and as close to Italy as you will get ANYWHERE in Hamptom Roads. The only reason I won't give it five stars is because there are a couple places I've eaten at in Southern Italy that might be bett    [16 Nov 2004 18:44:39]

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Recommended Dishes: Saltimbocca alla Romana; Insalata Caprese (tomato and mozzarella salad))

     ­Pete H.   peteherz at yahoo dot com

Thanks to the owner Fabio Rinaldi
When you have the exquisite combination of authentic Italian food, ambiance and courtesy you get the feeling to be on vacation in Italy.
Don't lose my favourite appetizer: calamari fritti, perfect with a glass of Pinot Grigio.    [23 Nov 2004 07:45:22]

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Recommended Dishes: Special fillet, Pollo piccata, Lasagna

     ­Auntie Alex and Martino   antyalex at hotmail dot com

A piece of Hollywood is in town
Just look at the owner and it seem to talk to George Clooney with a mixture of Italian charm. Food is great, price affordable in relation to first class service. What about the location? You just fall in it.    [27 Nov 2004 05:51:53]

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Recommended Dishes: Ossobuco,Fettuccine al salmone,Tiramisu,Cannoli

     ­Dario Di Cesare and Artax   

Finally real Italian food
It is wonderful to finally have a real Italian restaurant in Tidewater. Everything from the food to the decor is perfect. You can really tell that the owner takes great pride as he walks around checking on people.    [27 Dec 2004 22:46:28]

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Recommended Dishes: Everything

     ­Irene    

Incredible!
If you want the true Italian flavor, Sirena is it! I love pasta dishes BUT my recent fave is Pollo Fiorentina (chicken breast stuffed w/spinach, ricotta ) it was INCREDIBLE! (the grilled veggies that came with, WOW)
The ambiance is stylish BUT without trying too hard. The wait staff, are friendly & professional. Everything is well composed. If you haven't tried this restaurant, GO, ASAP....you won't be sorry!    [10 Mar 2005 13:52:26]

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Recommended Dishes: Pollo Fiorentina

     ­Anonymous   

Stop at the top of Granby
No need to go further down the street. Sirena has got to be not only one of the best restaurants but one of the best values in Norfolk. The food is invariably perfect, the wait staff is there but not there and pride seeps from everything. I'm torn because I want to keep this a "corner restaurant" secret for my wife and myself, but the owner/chef deserve as much success as possible. You have to get there (although not on the nights we want a table also :))    [24 Apr 2005 10:04:39]

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     ­Anonymous   

My favorite!
We decided to finally try this much talked about new Italian restaurant...it went beyond our expectations. The food was so flavorful and fresh (I had the fish of the day, my friend had the veal, incredible!) The service was friendly, and attentive (even though they were super busy, we felt no rush). The decor is downtown hip.....I love this restaurant.    [07 May 2005 14:01:32]

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Recommended Dishes: fish, veal

     ­Anonymous   

A Night of Grandeur
This authentic Italian restaurant is nothing short of astounding. Only if it were closer to me. This past year on New Year's Eve the owner opened for a party of just my (extended) family. Flawless.    [09 Jun 2005 17:36:55]

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     ­Thomas