Reviews Baroncini

Oh my lord!!! My folks are here for a visit and we splurged on some culinary theatre at Baroncini's, and boy did they give our tastebuds a show! I have been scoping out Iowa City restaurants to try for a long while, and Baroncini's topped the list. Not only is the menu full of beautiful and inspired ideas, but Chef Baroncini worked in Verona and in a two Michelin star restaurant there. I am no more than a novice in learning food, cooking, and fine dining, but the skill and finesse really shows! Each dish is a work of art for the eyes and especially the taste buds. Very highly recommended!!

Favorite restaurant in Iowa City! Chef is a genius! We have enjoyed everything on the menu. Mother recent food and wine dinner was amazing. Chef Gianluca is a culinary genius! Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Great menu and wines from Italy. Had privilege to attend Chef Gianluca's cooking classes, and learned so much and received amazing recipes. Can you tell I love Baroncini's? ���

I ordered the Panzella Italian Bread salad and the Angnolotti Di Carne because of the raving review below. Was not disappointed, absolutely delicious and I can't wait to go back!

It’s not often I eat at a place and order an entree that I can’t pronounce but last nights visit to Baroncini Ristorante Italiano just changed that. I can’t believe its been there for 6 years and I’ve just now heard of it. If you haven't; either you need to try it. Immediately upon entry the decor was warm and inviting, elegant without being stuffy. I guess you could even say romantic. We were greeted warmly and throughout the evening our service was spectacular. I just love an engaged and knowledgeable wait staff. It’s not often a salad makes one of my reviews because if a salad is not included with my meal I usually don’t order one. Theirs was not and my wife wanted to try one so we ordered their panzanella salad Traditional Italian bread salad with bread, tomato, onion, spinach, extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar and basil. I know salads are usually “light” even with the bread it was super light and refreshing. It has now joined the list of just two or three places that I can think of I’ll make an exception for where I will order a salad. Usually when I try a new restaurant I rely heavily on the recommendation of the staff and when I asked our server what they were known and what was her favorite the first thing out of her mouth was the ANGNOLOTTI DI CARNE now I still can't pronounce it but she was able to roll it off her lips like she grew up in Italy my reply was I’ll have what she said. It consisted of a house made agnolotti pasta stuffed with beef and parmesan in a light sage and brown butter sauce. She had me at brown butter surprisingly it was the hint of sage that was the star of the dish. I was able to steal a few bites of my wife’s LASAGNE ALLA BOLOGNESE which was like no other Lasagne I’ve ever had as it had a crunchy panko type topping which provided a textural difference rarely found in a lasagne. I always get excited when a review contains the words “I had the best ever” Baroncini Ristorante Italiano’s TORTA AL MASCARPONE cheesecake is hands down the best cheesecake I’ve ever had. It was the perfect balance of tart and sweet. Caramelizing the mascarpone was absolutely brilliant, it was like the most decadent creme brulee you’ll ever meet or eat but it was cheesecake? The fresh berries and strawberry sauce added a freshness to this amazing desert. The meals I remember the most are the ones where my stomach is just plain happy afterwards and mine was happy for hours after leaving Baroncini Ristorante Italiano. I think I also had a restaurant first as when we were leaving one of the staff said chow! We can't’ wait to return, if for nothing else the mascarpone cheese cake

We love Baroncini. The best Italian and freshly made pasta anywhere.

Best Italian cuisine around. The seared scallop risotto is to die for. Wonderful wine options and decadent desserts. Mouthwatering to say the least.

Everything from ambiance to service to presentation was impeccable. We came here for our first anniversary dinner and were absolutely blown away. Props to Becca - our server - who was just superb. Thank you so much for a fantastic evening.

Great authentic Italian food!!

My husband and I just left Baroncini's on our last night in Iowa City, just a short walk from our stay at hotelVetro.... I went with the creamy polenta appetizee with mushroom and truffle oil and pork cheek for my main course. My biggest regret is that I couldn't fit dessert. The servers were gracious and the atmosphere was small, cozy and elegant!

A must dine. You won’t find a more authentic, affordable and delicious Italian restaurant outside of Chicago or the East Coast. Amazing old school ambiance, food and service. Awesome location, urban feel.

I came here with my best friend yesterday and had an absolutely wonderful experience! I loved the ambience inside the restaurant and the service was amazing as well. This is by far the most authentic and affordable Italian restaurant I’ve been to in the Iowa City area. The food tasted really good too! 10/10 recommend!

You won't find better, more authentic Italian in the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids area. Cozy atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, well crafted cocktails, and an extensive wine list featuring dozens of Italian wines all make for a perfect night out. And don't skip dessert!

Small space but they make the most of it. Good food