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The Undercover Chef: Sorella Ristorante Italiano
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Anonymous user Tue Nov 30, 1999 00:00:00 PST
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0 responses 0 comments I visited Sorella Ristorante Italiano during spring break.
Its location — not on a main street — makes it a hidden treasure. But once you discover Sorella, you’ll never forget it.
Since it was 5, it was pretty quiet, but that gave me a good chance to take in the setting of the restaurant. First impressions tell you that Sorella is a fine dining restaurant — a place where you take that special someone.
Upon entering the restaurant, we were instantly greeted and seated. The ambiance is very relaxed and intimate. White tablecloths, burgundy napkins, candles and Italian murals all contributed to the Mediterranean atmosphere.
Not only is the setting relaxing, but the service is gracious and attentive. Our waiter checked on us three or four times.
Sorella has a full service bar which is in the center of the restaurant. The mixed drinks were just the right blend. When I go to most restaurants, they usually aren’t as consistent as in a lounge, but that’s not the case at Sorella. I would recommend any of the mixed drinks, as well as any selection from their impressive wine list.
We were too early, but Sorella offers live entertainment reminiscent of Frank Sinatra and those old-time classics we all love.
My companion and I had the garlic chicken calzone, two fresh salads, bread and olive oil and drinks. The meal cost $34 and was definitely worth every penny.
The highest priced entree on the menu is the Tutto Mare (everything from the sea), which includes shrimp, clams, cod and calamari served on a bed of linguini.
The portions are extremely generous. In fact, we shared the small calzone and came away with a third of it. Unless you’re feeding a teenage boy, you might consider sharing entrees.
Sorella, which is also listed in the Restaurant Runner, offers a takeout a la carte menu with anything from spaghetti to spicy vodka chicken.
Probably the best bargain is their all-you-can-eat buffet, available Monday through Friday for $8.99.
My only criticism was the hallway leading to the bathrooms. It resembled a storage place, but that was the only flaw I found.
There is not one negative aspect to the food, service or ambiance, and those are the main ingredients in a fine restaurant.

Sorella Ristorante Italiano
7800 McNair Court
Hours:
Monday-Thursday, Sunday 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Phone: 396-8603


Chef Aly Tomasi will write a regular column.
Is there a Southwest restaurant you’d like to see her review? E-mail: allison_tomasi@yahoo.com

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