da Pepo

"Fantastic food, lovely atmosphere and the best service!"

"This place is the BEST Italian food I’ve ever had. Homemade pasta, everything is fresh and the chef is always adding new specials to the menu- every day! This is such a great hidden gem and the ambiance with the bookstore is my favorite part! You feel like you’re back in your Nonnas kitchen! It’s very old school amazing apps, entrees and desserts. I bring my family here for dinner and lunch all the time. We will continue to go and eat amazing food there!"

"Carlo is probably the most creative chef in the area. You won’t find dishes like his anywhere around and the quality is superb. The service is great as well. This place is a hidden gem and anyone looking for genuine and creative Italian meals will love it !!"

"I LOVE this place! It has so much charm with the shared space of a bookstore and petite seating area. Its cozy nature keeps things intimate and it doesn't feel like a cafeteria where people are all talking over each other. The food is DIVINE, I was shocked to discover this place wasn't banking solely on its library-esque appeal! The portion sizes are generous without leaving you feeling stuffed. I tried the Arugula Pear Salad-- the arugula was perfectly lightly seasoned, the poached pears had a delectable sweetness and combination of textures that made it almost melt in your mouth but still had enough body to not feel mushy. The cheese was sweet and not overpowering, A+. Then the sausage soup was perfectly balanced, delivering a homey comfort food feel, with 5 star flavor. The entree was slow braised pork shoulder that fell apart with juicy tenderness with fresh homemade paccheri pasta cooked to the most amazing texture, leaving that sought after mouth feel-- still chewy, not mushy, impossible not to inhale in one bite. Even though I REALLY shouldn't have, I made room for a beautifully presented slice of berry layered cake with caramel drizzle and an espresso that brought me back home Portugal. As if this weren't enough, the staff is what really makes this place shine. Ella, Emma and Lindsey have a seamless system of rotation without the pettiness of territory and best real estate. Their focus is on the customers and their satisfaction. They work hard and they take serving their guests seriously, while still delivering your meal with warmth and a friendly smile. I felt welcome as if I was having dinner at a friend's family's house. They bring your dishes swiftly and work together like a well oiled machine. They check on you without making you feel rushed, and even at their busiest-- they take a moment to engage with their guests and make that special connection that makes you feel like you belong there. I'm happy I was introduced to this place and I can't wait to see you there!"