“ Aqua e Vino was excellent! From the food to the service and atmosphere, I could not have asked for more! A special dining experience! The staff was very attentive and gracious. Everyone ordered a different entree so we could share the experience. Wholenallnthenfood was delicious, I will be ordering the eggplant Parmesan on my next visit! You will not be disappointed choosing Aqua e Vino as your next dining experience. ”

“ Another lovely evening at our favorite restaurant in town. The restaurant has been renovated recently and it turned into such a gem! Well done! The ladies and gentlemen who work with chef Gabriele are a wonderful, caring group. The authentic Italian food is the best you can find in Charlotte and I would say that it would only find a match if you travel to chef's birth land Italy!! ”

“ From the moment I walked through the door, I knew this place was something special. I was greeted warmly and treated like family—genuine hospitality that’s rare to find these days. The service was nothing short of outstanding: professional, attentive, and effortlessly friendly without being overbearing. Now let’s talk about the food—absolutely phenomenal. Every dish was crafted with care, and it was clear that only the highest quality ingredients made it onto the plate. Flavors were bold yet balanced, and everything from presentation to portioning was spot on. You can really taste the difference when a kitchen is committed to excellence and freshness. The entire experience exceeded my expectations. This isn’t just a place to eat—it’s a place to feel welcome, well taken care of, and deeply satisfied. I’ll definitely be back, and I’ll be bringing friends. ”

“ Everything on the menu here sounded fantastic, luckily they have a chef’s tasting menu so we didn’t have to make any choices. I love to just sit back and see what appears. The service was wonderful and they recommended a great bottle of wine to accompany our meal. The pasta was outstanding and each course was the perfect portion size. I have no clue what half of the things we ate were. ”

“ This place was incredible from start to finish. The service was amazing. Our waters and wine glasses were always full. Our questions clearly answered The cocktails are very nice and they change the special one every now and then They have tasting menus Food is out of this world! A little pricey but definitely worth going for a little special night ”

“ After a short renovation (with a couple of delays), Aqua e Vino has officially reopened in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood and it’s absolutely worth a visit. The restaurant’s dim lighting and cozy atmosphere make it perfect for a romantic date night or quiet dinner. A few things to know before you go: reservations are required by phone only, there’s a 2-hour dine-in limit, and OpenTable points aren’t happening here. John, who served as both maitre d’ and waiter, brought great energy and made the evening smooth from start to finish. To start, I was treated to a gift from the chef: savory beignets with tomato sauce. Fluffy, lightly fried, and gone in seconds. I followed that with a daily special: tuna tartare over eggplant caponata. The tuna was tossed with pine nuts and cucumber, and paired with the sweet, smoky eggplant, it made for a perfect texture and flavor. For my entree I ordered the eggplant parmigiana. Lightly fried then baked, it was served bubbling hot in a small baking dish. The eggplant was thinly sliced and layered perfectly like a lasagna with generous amounts of melted mozzarella and tomato sauce. Hands down one of the best I’ve had in Charlotte. I wrapped it up with their house-made green apple sorbet. Think crisp Granny Smith, not sour candy. Clean, cool, and super refreshing. ”

“ Stopped in for a drink and was so pleasantly surprised - it was very crowded (as I hear it always is - so make a reservation if you want a table vs. a bar seat!) and the staff still made me feel like I was the only person there. I even got to speak to the chef, who is clearly passionate and dedicated to creating a charming and memorable dining experience. Not only did they give great wine recommendations but also food and travel recommendations. The food and drinks are great but the staffs attention to detail and ambiance are what make this place a Charlotte gem. Thank you, Chef Gabriele for a wonderful evening! ”

“ Aqua e Vino is Chef owned and operated. Chef plans his menu and produces his delectable creations for his customers on a daily basis. Chef creates his menus and cooks specifically to each menu per night, no deviations. I was last here with family August 15, 2024 for dinner. We had quite a delectable dinner fare from appetisers to mail course and finished with desert. The food was delectably exquisite and would send your taste buds into quite the tizzy. Chef was kind enough to come out to check on us this evening and answered my questions on his authentic Sicilian cuisine with authmost pleasure. He was even gracious enough to pose for a few pictures with my group. On Saturdays there’s a wonderful brunch which I’ll be sure not to miss the next time I’m in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. From this New Yorker foodie here, Chew blew me and my palate away with each of his culinary masterpieces, one after the other. Anyone looking to try authentic, Sicilian cuisine, Chef’s restaurant, Aqua e Vino is the spot to be! ”