The New Orleans Connection - Smyrna

We celebrated our 31st wedding anniversary on a Wednesday evening and were warmly welcomed, even though we hadn't made a reservation. The chicken piccata was incredibly tender, practically melting in our mouths, and the side of broccolini, tomatoes, and mushrooms was perfectly cooked—hot, generous, and ample enough for two to share. My husband ordered the chicken parmesan, and we both opted to substitute the spaghetti on the menu for the house-made fettuccini, which they are well-known for. The ambiance was enhanced by a travel video of Italy playing on the TVs, providing a refreshing break from typical sports and news. The music was Italian, as far as I could tell—not the usual pop hits. The tables were close together, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere. Our waitress was attentive and cheerful, making our experience even better. We will definitely be returning!

I just visited for the first time, and it was fantastic! I ordered the veal parmesan, and it was absolutely delicious. The service was excellent, and our food arrived quickly. The atmosphere is a bit unusual; it's a small place, but it feels cozy. We both enjoyed our experience and will definitely return!

A hidden gem! The food and service were outstanding. Our waitress, Madeline, was incredibly friendly and personable. The pasta dishes were generous and packed with flavor. I highly recommend this place!

Restaurants that charge fees for non cash payment are gross. Considering the price of a meal, it 's basically a mandatory upcharge (like a hotel 's scuzzy Resort Fee and all restaurants should just be honest and add swipe fees to their menu prices. (I see another poster here has called them out for this. Normally I give restaurants who charge these fees 1 or 2 pips. I 'll give this one a break because my impression most of the folks whom I saw dining there seemed to be locals regulars: they already know the deal, and either eat the fee or visit the ATM. So I 'll give it 4 pips. The pasta was excellent my strong guess is homemade and the sauce cared for. I 've been to Rome many times, and this is as authentic as I 've had in the US outside of NY or Chicago. I felt the dish (Amatriciana was a bit under seasoned, and while that could be a mistake or could be my taste I think it was more that they were expecting a bit more seasoning in the batch of pork cheeks they ended up with.

This is now my husband’s favorite restaurant. He’s a fanatic about Italian food and orders gnocchi at every opportunity. He likened his meal here to the outstanding ones he’d had in Florence, Italy and in Little Italy in New York City. I ordered the Chicken Piccata and was just as pleased. Stefano, our waiter, was exceptional.