Very delicious hand made daily food. The pastas are unmissable and also the desert Bottini!

We had a lot of fun here. It felt relaxed and sophisticated at the same time. The waiter was very nice and the food was great generally although personally I felt the balance of acid and fats was a little unbalanced in all dishes - but maybe it was an off day as the food really was excellent apart from some minor tweaking. (The pastas needed a bit of something acid like lemon to lift at the end but the lentils had a touch too much vinegar for my palate for instance) - I was being picky however as i REALLY enjoyed the meal and even those dishes were still fantastic and the burrata was exquisite. I will definitely be back to hopefully amend this review! - great bread also!

Happy hour at Hippo turned out to be the perfect introduction to this exceptional Italian restaurant. The carefully curated menu offers diverse and inventive dishes that showcase both traditional Italian influences and creative global inspirations. The standout dish was undoubtedly the Indian-inspired striped sea bass - a masterful fusion that perfectly balanced bold spices with the delicate fish. The complex flavor profile created a truly memorable dining experience that would alone warrant a return visit. Their pasta offerings showcased authentic Italian craftsmanship. The spaghetti delivered classic comfort while the Duck Ragu demonstrated their skill with richer, more complex flavors. The Brussels sprouts offered a perfect complementary side with their savory depth. No meal is complete without dessert, and the brown butter cake provided a sophisticated sweet finale to our culinary journey. The beverage program deserves special recognition - particularly their rose selection which impressed even a self-professed rose skeptic. Their cocktail menu offers equally thoughtful options. Beyond the exceptional food, Hippo's service and pacing elevated the entire experience. The server guided us through the menu with knowledge and enthusiasm, while the kitchen's timing ensured each dish arrived at the perfect moment. Hippo successfully balances sophistication with accessibility, making it ideal for everything from casual happy hours to special occasions. This restaurant has rightfully earned its place among the must-visit dining destinations in the area.

The hippo rolls were excellent. Our favorite item that we tried. Also had the prosciutto. For mains we had the tortellini duck ragu and broccoli rabe ravioli. The flavors in the dish were excellent. I used the bread we still had to dip it into the ravioli sauce. For dessert we tried the warm strawberry cake and the Kentucky butter cake. I enjoyed the strawberry one more. Nice anniversary dinner.

The food was delicious. The chicken plate was nice and spicy with soft potatoes, super savory. The hippo bread was made fresh with a butter cinnamon spread that made them taste like cinnamon rolls! The duck ragu was meaty and filling. The pasta was perfectly al dente and the duck was flavorful. Could use more cheese, but that's just because I love cheese. The dessert was mouthwatering basque style cheesecake which was thick and creamy throughout and accompanied by some blueberries and whipped cream. We also had the Kentucky butter cake which had soft moist exterior texture. Had a nice buttery salty taste and the lemon curd added the perfect amount of brightness to the dish.

This has to be on my top list of restaurants ever! The food is a gastronomical delight of intense deep savory flavors! We had the sweet salty rolls that just melt in your mouth scrumptious, the freshest of hamachi crudo, richest duck ragu, & the perfectly seared tender steak. Just absolutely the most orgasmic symphony of flavors! Our server @ the bar was the bartender whom took excellent care of us. The vibe, decor & service was hip & superb! Def will return & a recommendation!

Good foodie place. Sort of a refreshing take on American Italian. But also sort of a Californian restaurant. The food is rich and interesting, but sometimes with dishes like this I get a "flavor fatigue" and need to drink a lot of water to reset. I REALLY liked the shaved brussel sprouts. They were so much better than a traditional salad

Celebrating my mom’s birthday at Hippo. Everything was wonderfully scrumptious and flavorful. Burrata was refreshing and creamy. Duck ragu and broccoli ravioli with clams were pleasantly tasty. Main dishes were chicken thighs and striped bass and both of them were phenomenal. Especially, the chicken thighs that perfectly cooked so they were very tender, moist, and juicy. Birthday girl had to get her cake so we finished our meal with warm dark chocolate hazelnut cake. Many thanks to our server. His name is Alejandro. He’s very kind, nice, and attentive.