Absolutely. Can't believe I forgot Patrenella's. They are great. No pretense, just great food. They nearly ruined this appeal with the failed attempt downtown a few years ago, though. I'm glad the West End location wasn't affected.
As for Mia Bella -- it's a great, great place, too. The food is less authentic Italian and more Mediterranean-inspired Italian...if that makes sense. Mia Bella is like something you'd find in North Beach, SF. The menu is ecclectic, the ambiance is Victorian-era deli-counter and the service is white-linen, performed by tatooed hipsters. A cool mix that's suprisingly affordable.
The menu is more traditional Italian down the street at Cava Bistro, which is run by the same people, I believe.
Patrenella's on Jackson Hill is not connected or related to any of the Petrenella Brothers restaurants that were opened downtown, Southshore Harbour, and Galveston. Just for your own information.
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Patrenella's on Jackson Hill is not connected or related to any of the Petrenella Brothers restaurants that were opened downtown, Southshore Harbour, and Galveston. Just for your own information.