“ Great food and wine selection! You will never be disappointed with any dish here, from pasta to seafood they are the best! Very attentive waiters, never have wait for them to see what you need. ”

“ A nice find and gem of an Italian restaurant in Arcata. We were seated by Marquis, our server extraordinare. We started with our favorite drink, Don Julio Blanco, club soda with 2 limes and mint muddled, and Marquis made these drinks to perfection. We started with the bruchetta appetizer, which was tasty and well presented. My wife ordered the angel hair pasta with prawns, and I had the stuffed chicken fettuccine. Both dishes were excellent, and the service Marquis provided was stellar. This guy could easily be working at the Ritz Calton or any 5-star restaurant as his customer service skills deserve applause and much appreciation. If you are in Arcata, stop in and see Marquis, a true professional, while enjoying a fine Italian dining experience. Highly recommended ”

“ This place is amazing! We had the duck, lamb bolognese and steak with calamari for appetizer. Everything was delicious! And fun live ”

“ We recently visitedMazzotti's Italian Restaurant in the charming town square of Arcata, California. Let's start with the location itself. Nestled in the heart of Arcata's town square, Mazzotti's Italian Restaurant boasts a quaint and inviting atmosphere. The warm and cozy ambiance, coupled with the friendly and attentive staff, made me feel instantly welcomed and at home. The picturesque surroundings only added to the overall charm of the place. Now, let's talk food! Mazzotti's truly knows how to deliver an authentic Italian culinary experience. The bruschetta was a flavor explosion, with fresh mozzarella, green tomatoes, fragrant basil, and drizzles of balsamic glaze, basil oil and pesto, that danced on my palate. It was the perfect way to start our meal. The salads (we chose salad over soup) at Mazzotti's were a refreshing complement to the main courses. Fresh and crisp, they featured a vibrant medley of greens, topped with a variety of flavorful ingredients (peppercinis, garbanzo beans, olives, croutons, etc.). Next up, the manicotti and cannelloni were absolute showstoppers. The pasta was cooked to perfection, and the fillings were rich, creamy, and bursting with flavor. And let's not forget about the wine! Mazzotti's boasts an impressive selection of wines, carefully curated to enhance your dining experience. The knowledgeable staff was more than happy to recommend the perfect pairing for our meal (wine recommendations are also on the menu). Overall, the best meal I had in Arcata was undoubtedly at Mazzotti's Italian Restaurant. The combination of exceptional service, delightful ambiance, and mouthwatering food made for an unforgettable experience. If you find yourself in Arcata, do yourself a favor and pay a visit to Mazzotti's. Your taste buds will thank you ”

“ We were looking for Mazotti's after being recommended it at Humboldt Mercantile, and discovered that it is now Venicia! We happened to be there during their soft opening, and the team did amazingly for presumably being new staff and a new menu. We didn't have any hiccups. It's not cheap -- an entree, non-alcoholic drink, and tip will run you about 50pp, but we liked everything we got. The hibiscus ginger iced tea was AMAZING and the special butter that came with the complimentary bread was really good too. We got the chicken parmesan and chicken piccata. My friend had a hard time cutting the chicken for the piccata, but didn't have any complaints when eating it. She only wished that it had been plated with the chicken next to the pasta instead of on top, but that's a super easy thing to change on your own. The portions were perfect, to me -- not so much I felt uncomfortable, but it didn't leave me wanting more. If I could do anything differently, I would probably box up some of my main course so I could order dessert. I overheard the manager, who was making her rounds to all of the tables, say that there were two flavors of ice cream and an espresso creme brulee, which sounded amazing. They have a great selection of drinks, too, with a full bar in addition to an espresso machine. The bar area is really nice and would be perfect for hanging out and just getting drinks. They had two big screen TVs on the walls by the bar and what looked like a fireplace, but they weren't on. ”

“ Beyond beautiful location! Very romantic Table selection was extremely tight, though they had many other selections for seating. Major downfall was the servers who seated us and served us When you walk in, we should've been greeted with welcome in, and we didn't get this The feeling "we don't belong " The other server wasn't very friendly at first, but some how the more we ordered changed her tune. In my opinion I would give this place another try! Very pretty!! ”

“ I had the Smoked Duck Breast with polenta, mushrooms, and fresh vegetables in a sherry, honey, and rosemary reduction, and it was incredible! Our server Harley was so nice and the live music (soft jazz) on Sunday was absolutely delightful. Will definitely keep coming back here. So glad to see such a lovely restaurant in Arcata. ”

“ What a find in downtown Arcata! We are a group of 3 friends and we thoroughly enjoyed our dining experience at Venicia. Each dish was exquisite: colorful, fresh, plentiful, and most importantly, delicious. Standouts were the Brussels sprouts roasted to perfection, the subtle yet flavorful tomato-pepper bisque, the pesto with chicken and the heavenly chocolate torte. The service was perfect... period. Our server was quite knowledgeable, answered our questions thoughtfully and paid us just the right amount of attention.... A rarity anywhere these days. We can’t recommend this place enough. ”