Restaurant Reviews By Rocco A. Quaglia - Boca Raton, Florida
Chef KB's Lobster Carbonara ~ Photo by Rocco A. Quaglia 2012
Maggiano’s Little Italy
A Restaurant Review by Rocco A. Quaglia
If you’re Hungry and looking for a Great Italian Restaurant, you must visit Maggiano’s Little Italy. The plates are overflowing with great flavor, freshness, quality and quantity at an affordable price. Grandma doesn’t have to slave over that hot stove anymore, bring her with you for that next family get together and have the Maggiano’s staff cater to your every gastronomical need. From the moment you enter through the door, till the time you leave with your shopping bags filled with delectable leftovers, you’ll be filled with that special Happy feeling that you get when you’re amongst family. You can eat ala carte or why not try the Maggiano’s Family Style Menu. Prices range from $20.95 to $38.95 for adults and from $10.95 to $20.95 for children 5 to 12 years of age. It’s an Italian-American tradition, and the large assortment of overflowing plates won’t stop coming until everyone has had their fill.
For appetizers (12 to choose from) try the Calamari Fritte, these crispy fresh calamari (squid) are served with marinara sauce so you can dip or ladle the homemade sauce over these delectable delights. The Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes are even more delicious and unforgettable. Just imagine large pieces of fresh lump crabmeat coated in Japanese breadcrumbs, lightly sautéed so they’re not greasy, surrounded by tomato aioli with arugula and cherry tomatoes.
Next try the Maggiano’s Salad, a blend of chilled iceberg and romaine lettuce, mixed and tossed with crumbled blue cheese, avocado, crispy prosciutto, red onions and Maggiano’s signature house dressing. Add the Spinach Salad too! Enjoy chilled tender baby leaf spinach tossed with slivers of sweet red peppers, roasted red onions, chunks of Gorgonzola cheese, pieces of applewood smoked bacon, and toasted pine nuts mixed with an apple cider vinaigrette dressing.
For the main course you have 35 choices of Pastas, Meat and Seafood Entrees to choose from. You should check out the full menu at their website www.Maggianos.com before breakfast so you have plenty of time to make your choices and save room for a feast. One of the house seafood favorites and mine is Chef KB’s Lobster Carbonara. This fantastic combination of Barilla spaghetti, fresh lobster pieces, smoked bacon bits, snap peas and a rich garlic cream sauce will make your mouth water and ask for more. Another seafood favorite is the Salmon Oscar. Just imagine a large fresh Salmon filet is Asiago cheese and herb crusted, topped with fresh jumbo lump crab meat, diced asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy garlic sauce served on a bed of orzo pasta. These juicy flakes of pink delight will just melt in your mouth. If meat is more to your liking try the Veal Marsala. This traditional Italian favorite is made with lightly floured tender veal cutlets sautéed with baby button mushrooms, onions and Marsala wine. Another entrée that you’re sure to love is the Beef Tenderloin Medallions. A plate of tender medallions of fresh cut beef covered in a portabella mushroom and balsamic cream sauce served with mashed potatoes and crispy fried onions will fill you up.
For desert you must try the Crème Brulee. Rich and creamy vanilla custard with a hint of citrus, a caramelized sugar crust, and a topping of fresh strawberries makes for an unforgettable light dessert. If you like chocolate, you’re sure to love the Chocolate Zuccotto Cake. This moist chocolate cake is layered with Sambuca chocolate mousse, iced with chocolate frosting and dusted with cocoa powder. After this feast one must give a special Thank You to General Managing Partner Ahnich Khalid and his Friendly Talented Staff. Whether it’s an intimate diner for 2, a family of 8, or a larger party call Maggiano’s today for lunch or dinner reservations.
MAGGIANO’S Little Italy ~ (561) 361-8244 ~ 21090 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton, Fl.
A Restaurant Review by Rocco A. Quaglia
If you’re Hungry and looking for a Great Italian Restaurant, you must visit Maggiano’s Little Italy. The plates are overflowing with great flavor, freshness, quality and quantity at an affordable price. Grandma doesn’t have to slave over that hot stove anymore, bring her with you for that next family get together and have the Maggiano’s staff cater to your every gastronomical need. From the moment you enter through the door, till the time you leave with your shopping bags filled with delectable leftovers, you’ll be filled with that special Happy feeling that you get when you’re amongst family. You can eat ala carte or why not try the Maggiano’s Family Style Menu. Prices range from $20.95 to $38.95 for adults and from $10.95 to $20.95 for children 5 to 12 years of age. It’s an Italian-American tradition, and the large assortment of overflowing plates won’t stop coming until everyone has had their fill.
For appetizers (12 to choose from) try the Calamari Fritte, these crispy fresh calamari (squid) are served with marinara sauce so you can dip or ladle the homemade sauce over these delectable delights. The Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes are even more delicious and unforgettable. Just imagine large pieces of fresh lump crabmeat coated in Japanese breadcrumbs, lightly sautéed so they’re not greasy, surrounded by tomato aioli with arugula and cherry tomatoes.
Next try the Maggiano’s Salad, a blend of chilled iceberg and romaine lettuce, mixed and tossed with crumbled blue cheese, avocado, crispy prosciutto, red onions and Maggiano’s signature house dressing. Add the Spinach Salad too! Enjoy chilled tender baby leaf spinach tossed with slivers of sweet red peppers, roasted red onions, chunks of Gorgonzola cheese, pieces of applewood smoked bacon, and toasted pine nuts mixed with an apple cider vinaigrette dressing.
For the main course you have 35 choices of Pastas, Meat and Seafood Entrees to choose from. You should check out the full menu at their website www.Maggianos.com before breakfast so you have plenty of time to make your choices and save room for a feast. One of the house seafood favorites and mine is Chef KB’s Lobster Carbonara. This fantastic combination of Barilla spaghetti, fresh lobster pieces, smoked bacon bits, snap peas and a rich garlic cream sauce will make your mouth water and ask for more. Another seafood favorite is the Salmon Oscar. Just imagine a large fresh Salmon filet is Asiago cheese and herb crusted, topped with fresh jumbo lump crab meat, diced asparagus and sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy garlic sauce served on a bed of orzo pasta. These juicy flakes of pink delight will just melt in your mouth. If meat is more to your liking try the Veal Marsala. This traditional Italian favorite is made with lightly floured tender veal cutlets sautéed with baby button mushrooms, onions and Marsala wine. Another entrée that you’re sure to love is the Beef Tenderloin Medallions. A plate of tender medallions of fresh cut beef covered in a portabella mushroom and balsamic cream sauce served with mashed potatoes and crispy fried onions will fill you up.
For desert you must try the Crème Brulee. Rich and creamy vanilla custard with a hint of citrus, a caramelized sugar crust, and a topping of fresh strawberries makes for an unforgettable light dessert. If you like chocolate, you’re sure to love the Chocolate Zuccotto Cake. This moist chocolate cake is layered with Sambuca chocolate mousse, iced with chocolate frosting and dusted with cocoa powder. After this feast one must give a special Thank You to General Managing Partner Ahnich Khalid and his Friendly Talented Staff. Whether it’s an intimate diner for 2, a family of 8, or a larger party call Maggiano’s today for lunch or dinner reservations.
MAGGIANO’S Little Italy ~ (561) 361-8244 ~ 21090 St. Andrews Blvd. Boca Raton, Fl.
Seafood Risotto ~ Photo by Rocco A. Quaglia 2012
Wave 2700
Review by Rocco A. Quaglia
Boca Raton has always been known for excellent restaurants and Wave 2700 has earned its’ place at the top. In January 2011 John Stilley and his wife Sally opened Wave 2700. You might recognize him as Capt. Snapper for he also owns Snappers Seafood Connection at 398 N. Congress Avenue in Boynton Beach. (561) 375-8600. John and Sally have been serving Palm Beach Residents for over 30 years and their children Jordan and Jamin are now following suit as managers of the restaurants. Both restaurants offer the best and freshest seafood at reasonable prices. All the plates are bountiful as well as flavorful.
The menu at Wave 2700 is rich in specialty seafood items as well as some steak and vegan dishes if you wish. For appetizers try the Oysters Rockefeller ($9.99), 6 large fresh oysters baked with creamed spinach, Hollandaise sauce and Applewood smoked bacon. The plump tender oysters just melt in your mouth as you crunch down on the bacon and delicious creamy spinach. The Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail ($12.99), 5 jumbo really fresh shrimp served in a large Martini glass with a tangy cocktail sauce will make your tongue tingle for more.
There are so many delightful entrees that you’ll have to come back over and over again to try them all but I’m sure you’ll enjoy the Seafood Risotto ($22.99). Just think of a Huge plateful of the Freshest sautéed Halibut filets, Shrimp, Sea Scallops, Button & Portabella Mushrooms, Spinach and Red Peppers all simmered in Thick Creamy Italian Arborio Rice. It’s absolutely rich in flavor, tender and fresh. For a little more spice and an infusion of different flavors try the Snapper Paso Robles Style ($23.99). In vision two Snow White Snapper Fillets covered in spices, simmered with Chorizo slices, Flageolet Beans and covered with House Cut Thin Fries. It’s spicy and filling too. If that’s not enough, it comes with a cold Caesar Salad and large anchovies if you like. It’s creamy and tasty like a Caesar should be. Be prepared to take home some leftovers for you’ll want to leave some room for desert.
Some other entrees that looked scrumptious include Snapper Vera Cruz ($22.99), Pistachio Crusted Salmon-Sweet Potato Mash ($21.99), Crunchy Macadamia Crusted Snapper ($22.99), Sesame Crusted Rare Ahi Tuna ($24.99), Danish Lobster Tails ($22.99), 14oz Delmonico Steak ($25.99) and Seafood Jambalaya ($22.99) just to name a few. With a very impressive International Wine List and a Full Liquor Bar your thirst will be quenched too.
For desert you must try the Triple Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake ($6.), a large slice of rich, thick and creamy chocolate cheese cake with a dab of home made whipped cream on the side. For something a little bit lighter, try the Homemade Key Lime Pie ($5.). It’s a large slice of tangy ice cold Florida tradition with a dab of homemade whipped cream.
Catch the Wave to Boca Raton’s Newest Seafood Restaurant. See you at Wave 2700 which is adjacent to the Best Western Hotel near Spanish River Blvd at 2700 N. Federal Hwy.
Wave 2700 ~ (561) 361-2700 ~ 2700 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, Fl.
Review by Rocco A. Quaglia
Boca Raton has always been known for excellent restaurants and Wave 2700 has earned its’ place at the top. In January 2011 John Stilley and his wife Sally opened Wave 2700. You might recognize him as Capt. Snapper for he also owns Snappers Seafood Connection at 398 N. Congress Avenue in Boynton Beach. (561) 375-8600. John and Sally have been serving Palm Beach Residents for over 30 years and their children Jordan and Jamin are now following suit as managers of the restaurants. Both restaurants offer the best and freshest seafood at reasonable prices. All the plates are bountiful as well as flavorful.
The menu at Wave 2700 is rich in specialty seafood items as well as some steak and vegan dishes if you wish. For appetizers try the Oysters Rockefeller ($9.99), 6 large fresh oysters baked with creamed spinach, Hollandaise sauce and Applewood smoked bacon. The plump tender oysters just melt in your mouth as you crunch down on the bacon and delicious creamy spinach. The Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail ($12.99), 5 jumbo really fresh shrimp served in a large Martini glass with a tangy cocktail sauce will make your tongue tingle for more.
There are so many delightful entrees that you’ll have to come back over and over again to try them all but I’m sure you’ll enjoy the Seafood Risotto ($22.99). Just think of a Huge plateful of the Freshest sautéed Halibut filets, Shrimp, Sea Scallops, Button & Portabella Mushrooms, Spinach and Red Peppers all simmered in Thick Creamy Italian Arborio Rice. It’s absolutely rich in flavor, tender and fresh. For a little more spice and an infusion of different flavors try the Snapper Paso Robles Style ($23.99). In vision two Snow White Snapper Fillets covered in spices, simmered with Chorizo slices, Flageolet Beans and covered with House Cut Thin Fries. It’s spicy and filling too. If that’s not enough, it comes with a cold Caesar Salad and large anchovies if you like. It’s creamy and tasty like a Caesar should be. Be prepared to take home some leftovers for you’ll want to leave some room for desert.
Some other entrees that looked scrumptious include Snapper Vera Cruz ($22.99), Pistachio Crusted Salmon-Sweet Potato Mash ($21.99), Crunchy Macadamia Crusted Snapper ($22.99), Sesame Crusted Rare Ahi Tuna ($24.99), Danish Lobster Tails ($22.99), 14oz Delmonico Steak ($25.99) and Seafood Jambalaya ($22.99) just to name a few. With a very impressive International Wine List and a Full Liquor Bar your thirst will be quenched too.
For desert you must try the Triple Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake ($6.), a large slice of rich, thick and creamy chocolate cheese cake with a dab of home made whipped cream on the side. For something a little bit lighter, try the Homemade Key Lime Pie ($5.). It’s a large slice of tangy ice cold Florida tradition with a dab of homemade whipped cream.
Catch the Wave to Boca Raton’s Newest Seafood Restaurant. See you at Wave 2700 which is adjacent to the Best Western Hotel near Spanish River Blvd at 2700 N. Federal Hwy.
Wave 2700 ~ (561) 361-2700 ~ 2700 N. Federal Hwy. Boca Raton, Fl.