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Il Pianista

Palo Alto, Boquete, Panama
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Ranked #16 of 42 restaurants in Boquete
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Restaurant details
Good for: Families with children, Romance, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
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2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW via mobile

We were once again reminded of why Il Pianista is one of our first stops in Boquete. After shooting a video of the waterfall to use as a respite when we are back in the fast pace of Silicon Valley, we waited with anticipation as our meal was freshly hand made by Giovanni. The facaccia with prosciutto and fresh basil... More

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Waterbury Center, Vermont
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

I was very pleased with my experience at this little restaurant up in the hills. Filled with locals, humming with happy diners' chatter. I was glad to have a reservation. There was not a single open table all evening! Portions were generous, so I could have stuck with the appetizer, Zucchini Parmesan, or something like that and a glass of... More

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Greenwich, Connecticut
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3 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

The setting is very intimate and lovely, practically on top of a water fall. The food is very expensive for pasta and full of butter and my bill was not itemized, which I found very odd.

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United Kingdom
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43 reviews 43 reviews
21 restaurant reviews
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17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2013

Genuine Italian dishes that never disappoint. Just remember to book ahead if you would like to try their delicious risotto.

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Nashville, TN
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73 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

The atmosphere at Il Pianista is great as you dine with windows opening up to the creek and water splashing over the boulders. Our food was a little disappointing: the bread had no flavor and the sauces were nothing special. Our service was very offputting, not friendly at all nor was it efficient. The art on the wall seemed odd... More

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Newport Beach, California
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24 reviews 24 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

This was the only time we had pizza in Panama. It was a welcome treat. Good crust and toppings. We also had a ravioli dish which got rave review. Our waitress was so nice to us. It was raining the night we were there, however, they have a lovely patio beside a waterfall. Good reason to go return.

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Panama
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27 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2013

This past Saturday evening a friend and I went up the moutain to once again have an excellently prepared dinner. She had a pasta dish with tomato, shrimp and freshly made noodles. I had nearly the same but in a white sauce. We tried a house red wine from Italy. A nice break from the usual Chilean wine most restaurants... More

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Chicago, Illinois
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

After having so much fish for dinner, we thought we'd try Itialian food and so glad we did. Great ambiance - rustic with some gardens, very good food, and wonderful staff. Prices were reasonable.

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Brighton, Michigan
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27 reviews 27 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 2, 2013

One of the best resaurants in the area for food quaility, friendly service and by far the absolute best atmosphere. Doris and her husband Giovanni (chef from Italy) own and run the restaurant and Giovanni is a fabulous chef. Seafood is spectacular, pasta fabulous and the thin crust pizza is the best outside of Italy - of course the salads... More

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Scottsdale, Arizona
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7 reviews 7 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed March 28, 2013

I really like the owners... so this review is hard for me. I've been to Il Pianista four times now, one good meal (the first) and three major disappointments. The owner/host/waitress makes light of our comments and I can't stress enough how frustrating that is.. Rather than respond to our concerns, Doris likes to belittle your thoughts and concerns with... More

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