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Maisano's Italian Restaurant

26139 Novi Rd, Novi, MI 48375-1140
248-348-1647
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Ranked #18 of 91 restaurants in Novi
Cuisines: Italian, Californian
Dining options: Reservations
Most recent review
- May 28, 2013
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Dining options: Reservations
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18 reviews 18 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 28, 2013

As new residents of the Novi area, my boyfriend and I wanted to try this local Italian restaurant to get away from the standard Olive Garden style fare. We did not have reservations but we went late enough that they were able to seat us. The food was pretty good, and reasonably priced. Plus the atmosphere was good. It is... More

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new hudson, mi
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27 reviews 27 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

Eventhough Frank and his wife no longer run the restaurant, the food has not been altered or cheapened. Portions are big as well as the flavors. Different sauces are used on different dishes, unlike other Italian eateries where one sauce is used for all. Little pricy, but worth it. On weekends you should have reservations.

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Medina, Ohio, United States
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18 restaurant reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2013

My husband and I attended the National Syncronized Skating Competition in Novi, MI this past weekend. Our niece from University of Delaware was competing with her team in this event. After we sat all day in the arena, my husband, mom and I decided we needed to eat at 8p.m. Maisano's was right across the street from our hotel and... More

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1 of 5 stars Reviewed January 6, 2013

I ordered the Sunday only special, the Chicken Giovanni, aka shake and bake chicken. The vegetables were unseasoned plain steamed vegetables. The pasta sauce was terrible, but the pasta seemed ok at best. After all that the server forgot about us numerous times and when we got our bill the tried to hit us with a 5 dollar up charge... More

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Novi, Michigan
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1 of 5 stars Reviewed December 16, 2012

Stay Away! Used to go there frequently until we started having problems with food and service. When we complained, the owner was arrogant, aloof and, by his attitude, didn't seem to care. You're better off spending your money down the road at Lelli's. The alcohol is also watered down. (I know someone who used to work there).

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Detroit, Michigan
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10 reviews 10 reviews
4 restaurant reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2012

this place feels like you stepped into the living room of your italian grandmother. it's small and intimate and the food is great. if they have it, be sure to try the bruschetta, it comes with delicious cheese bread! if you're in the mood for wine, we always get a bottle of the featured wine and have enjoyed every selection... More

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Buffalo, NY
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45 reviews 45 reviews
39 restaurant reviews
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 18, 2012

Standard Italian; nothing original, nothing outstanding but everything was very good. Servers were very attentiive and I would recommend this restaurant for a nice date night, etc.

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Michigan
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30 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed September 21, 2012

Went here for our anniversary dinner expecting a dinner like we read in the reviews, however that wasn't the case. Husband enjoyed his wedge salad, I the tuscan onion soup & we both liked the bread. That was about it. My whitefish was so salty I couldn't eat it. My husband's chicken parm didn't have much flavor & was over... More

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Huntsville, AL
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13 reviews 13 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 20, 2012

I loved the atmosphere inside. Everyone of the wait staff were so friendly. I ordered the shrimp arrabiata ravioli and it was good, but could use a little more spicy! The bread that the bring with the salads is sooooo good. We asked for more!

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Knoxville, TN
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8 reviews 8 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 22, 2012

Not only was the food fabulous, but the service was excellent too. They were very accommodating for a party of 16--even doing separate checks as we requested. The food was authentic Italian, and was just delicious! We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town!

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