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Via Emilia

5901 Old Shell Rd, Mobile, AL 36608-3422
251-342-3677
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Ranked #14 of 348 restaurants in Mobile
4.5 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Price range: 20 AUD - 26 AUD
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Romantic, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Reservations
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Good for: Romantic, Outdoor seating
Dining options: Reservations
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LA - Lower Alabama
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2012

We have eaten here probably 100 times in the last 10 years. It is reliably excellent. The chicken marsala is wonderful, everytime. The steak puts Ruth's Chris to shame. The service is always wonderful and inviting. It is not cheap, but for the quality it is a good value. It is so nice to see a local place that has... More

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Mobile, AL
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2012

Via Emilia writes is menu on a chalk board, very reasonable with authentic mediterain food. Very Fiendly. Limited seating. More

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Mobile, Alabama
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2012

Our first time to Via Emillia. A bit hard to find, but it's in front of the Mitchell Center for a landmark. We each had a salad and entree. Both were cooked fresh and very well presented. Salad was pricey, but very good. Entree was slightly over sized and you will not go home hungry. The menu offerings are on... More

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Mobile, Alabama
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 January 2012

Small cozy restaurant with selections that change daily. I really like the daily specials and one of my favorites is a scallop dish. The food is always flavorful. More

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Mobile, AL
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6 reviews 6 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

We returned to Via Emilia and it was delicious. The restaurant is small, but we enjoyed dining on the patio which has a heater and fireplace. Service was great, food - perfect. We'll be back. More

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Mobile
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59 reviews 59 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011

First restaurant I ever ate at in Mobile. I love to go back from time to time. The fresh specials are usually very nicely done and tasty. A little pricey for the end result but generally predictably good. More

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Mobile, Alabama
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 November 2011

This restaurant is by far the best italian restaurant in Mobile. It is small with very few tables but does have some outside seating. They do take reservations so it is wise to make one if you know you're. The food is outstanding and always fresh, you will not be disappointed. No paper menus everything written on a chalkboard on... More

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Spanish Fort, Alabama
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011

My wife and I live in Spanish Fort and have been looking for a good Italian restaurant and based off of the reviews decided to give this a try. The restaurant was crowded, the atmosphere was nice and the entrees are listed on a chalkboard. We inquired about some dishes and our server assured us everything was homemade and excellent.... More

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Mobile, Alabama
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 October 2011

Wonderful dinner with everything freshly prepared. Veal Marsala was divine. Place is small but food is great. More

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Doha, Qatar
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 August 2011
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Amazing, authentic Italian food prepared with gourmet flair. I live overseas and consider this as my favorite when I visit my parents in Mobile. Everything is prepared fresh and to-order. I have already been twice during my visit this year and plan to go again before I leave. Thanks for being consistently great! More

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