06/09/08

Great urban atmosphere and refreshing fare

by VeggieGuy

Cafe Stellina was suggested to me by a friend and I promptly gave her props. I found it to be an urban gem without the typical hipper than thou hipster staff. I started off with a spinach, gorgonzola and warm pear salad. It was elegantly dressed and perfectly harmonized. I followed it up with the Hominy. I found it refreshing that Stellina broke out of the typical vegetarian mold, often so many try so hard to avoid simple dishes that really are the heart of vegetarian fare. The Hominy was as unpretentious as the staff and as colorful and complex as the atmosphere of the restaurant. I was thoroughly delighted and pleased. But before you go try the dessert. Our waitress graciously offered us a hearty individual cheesecake smothered in strawberries. The strawberries were fresh and tangy and complimented the rich cake wonderfully. I'll be going back soon!

04/04/08

cute place

by rupee101

I've tried this place twice for dinner and really liked it both times. It has an unpretentious setting, and the service is friendly and prompt. You feel welcome, unlike the neighboring establishment, to which I have been several times.

The menu has a lot of vegetarian options - the beet salad is quite tasty. We split the tilapia and the pork , both of which were cooked to perfection. The dishes were filling, but did not leave us feeling bloated.

• Pros: Service, relaxed atmosphere

04/26/07

Felt a lot like Europe

by antigenius

The breezy dining area, with it's large windows, open when weather permits, is so warm and welcoming, it felt just like Italy. The food is eclectic and the owner/chef, is back there, working hard in the visible kitchen to please her diners. The staff knows their stuff and willfully make recommendations for the stumped and/or perplexed (muscles with chorizo? delish!)

I thoroughly enjoyed my dining experience and will be back many times. The Summer looks beautiful and I know where i'll want to be seated...

• Pros: Sweet staff who aren't too hard on the eyes either!
• Cons: could get pretty packed