"Unfortunate to write this as I have been to Mangia Bevi many times in the past and have had wonderful experiences here! I brought my husband here this evening and was looking forward to a yummy meal and a glass of wine. We arrived just a few minutes after 8:00 on a Saturday night well aware they close at 9:00. A couple dining in with an hour before closing is 100% reasonable, don’t you think? We stood at the podium upon arrival and SEVERAL servers and employees glanced at us and simply walked away. Eventually a young man approached us and said “I just have to get the table ready” there was no greeting or hello- in fact he didn’t bother asking how many people were in our party and just assumed we were 2. Next, we were seated inside and sat for well over 5+ minutes before being greeted by our grump of a server. She took our drink orders, then took our food orders which were prompt and easy (we didn’t ask for much! mind you it’s still not even 8:20PM. 40 min till close. Our waitress proceeded to go on the patio which was a clear view from our table and close up every single umbrella and lean chairs against the table while we’re waiting for our food. The vibe was we were a complete inconvenience and she couldn’t wait to get out of there. Meanwhile, in walks a couple at 8:30 pm. Our waitress must have known them because she greeted them with a big smile and made room for them by opening a table she had already closed on the patio. She proceeded to chat with this couple and give them wine samples as we sat inside and eventually our food came and we were finished eating by 8:40. Bill came to $83 for 2 drinks, bread, and 2 meals. I left her 20% because I’ve worked in the restaurant business and it’s the right thing to do- but this was disgusting service and professionalism by our waitress. One of the hostesses was very friendly and the girl that brought us our food was a delight. Food was decent but nothing to go crazy over. We will never be back. We were in the truck headed home at 8:53. Be better, people."
