Il Paesano Italian Cafe, Deli And Wine Market

This is a wonderful, intimate, family-owned restaurant. The staff is very friendly and the food is absolutely delicious. Reservations are a must due to the small size of the place, and once word gets out about how great it is, it may be hard to secure a table. However, it is definitely worth the effort and I highly recommend it.

This was probably the best Italian restaurant I have ever been to. We were visiting Fort Lauderdale for vacation and came here for my birthday dinner and I can't wait to go back!! The owner was very kind and waited on us and described the food he had and seemed SO excited about the food he was serving which you don't see a lot. We had the meat and cheese plate, a couple pasta dishes and a dessert that had chocolate mousse in it, all of which was phenomenal! All of the food was fresh and delicious! I wanted to go back the next day but we ran out of time and had to get to the airport. If you can try and get a table in the wine room, it is so cute and you'll love every minute of it!

This place is amazing! The owner is so personable and makes you feel like you are his family! The food, wine and dessert was so wonderful.

If you are looking for true authentic flavors look no further, dinner here features the coziness of a cafe with the delivery of a meal you will get at any 5 star restaurant. The menu is chefs choice and when the entree is gone it's gone, the wine room has selections that will compliment any dinner selection you might choose. Your hosts are gracious and welcoming. It's why we keep coming back !

This place is one of the best hidden spots in Fort Lauderdale. New favorite lunch spot. Highly recommended