When you walk into Sorriso, you’re welcomed in by a cozy, old-school atmosphere. Jazz music hums in the background and classic black-and-white films play on the walls. It feels like the kind of spot you’d want to linger in on a quiet night out in Oxford. With such a great ambiance, I was hopeful the food would match it.
To start, my friends and I had the Sorriso house bread. It was pretty large and ideal for a three-way split for an appetizer. It was very garlicky and cheesy, which is never a complaint for me. It came out hot and ready and was a great way to start off the meal, priced at $12.
For my entrée, I got the chicken pancetta pasta with rotini. Mind you, this being an Italian restaurant, I expected their pasta, of all things, to be outstanding. It did not.
The $21 pasta was tri-colored, which I personally find unappetizing for a hot pasta dish. The plate lacked flavor and was one of those meals I feel like I could recreate at home, and it would turn out better. The chicken and pancetta pieces were fine, but the dish as a whole was disappointing. If you’re looking for a good and reliable pasta dish, I would stick to Paesano’s on South Campus Avenue.
I did enjoy the ambiance at Sorriso. The jazz music and old black and white films played the entirety of our meal, which made the restaurant feel a lot more cozy. We were the only ones in the restaurant on a Wednesday, and our waiter — who was also the only person working — was very attentive (as I would expect).
Sorriso is a place I’d recommend more for the vibe than the food. The service and atmosphere made the night enjoyable, but the pasta left me disappointed, especially for an Italian restaurant. If you’re craving ambiance and a warm appetizer to share with friends, it’s worth a stop, but for a good pasta dish, you’re better off heading to Paesano’s.
Overall rating: 6/10
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