FraLi Gourmet — Restaurant in Savannah

I found FraLi Gourmet byyyyy Googling “good ravioli” 😂. Funny enough, it was right next door to a coffee shop I had also just discovered through a Google search. Clearly the algorithm knows me well.

What I loved most was how everything here is made in-house, and you can actually see them preparing it! They even have a small grocery area where you can grab frozen ravioli by the dozen, noodles, sauces, sorbets, and a few desserts to take home.

I didn’t dine in this time; I ordered to-go so I could enjoy it from the comfort of our hotel room. Honestly, I was pleasantly surprised by how well everything was packaged. Even the little touches (like an extra container of sauce and some bread) made it feel thoughtful—I love bonus goodies.

The menu had lots of tempting choices, but I stuck with what I came for: spinach & ricotta ravioli with bolognese sauce. The noodles were thick and delicious, the sauce was rich and flavorful (kudos to the lady who recommended it to me!), and while I personally wished for a little more ricotta filling, the flavor overall was 🤌🏼. The bread was a bit tough, but whatever sauce it came with—wow. I don’t know what it was, but I liked it a lot.

The dish was $18, which felt fair considering the authenticity, artisan quality, and freshness. Portion-wise, it was perfect for someone like me (I can eat a single taco and be full 😅), but I could see how someone with a larger appetite might find it a bit light—especially if you’re used to hearty Southern comfort portions. Just something to note!

All in all, a delicious, authentic little spot I’d happily visit again.

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A fellow Italian friend recommended this place to me as a great lunch spot not far from my office, and I was genuinely excited to try it. Unfortunately, I left disappointed. I ordered a $12 panino with prosciutto crudo, and there were two main issues. First, the portion was so small that I was still hungry afterward and honestly thought the size was almost comical. Second, the panino was served piping hot. Anyone familiar with Italian cuisine knows that prosciutto crudo is meant to be enjoyed as-is; heating it up makes it overwhelmingly salty and changes its texture and flavor. I'm still giving it two stars because the little bread I had tasted fresh. As for the atmosphere, I had hoped to connect with other Italians, especially since I’ve been feeling a bit homesick. Not to become best friends—just to exchange a few words, some small talk, which is something pretty normal in hospitality. Instead, the one person I spoke with was completely disengaged and seemed somewhat wary, which made the whole interaction feel awkward and a little weird. For context: there’s an Italian deli back in Chester, NJ that makes a panino al prosciutto crudo worthy of your nonna’s approval for $16—and that's in a significantly more expensive area than Savannah. I was born and raised in Italy and my family works in hospitality here in the U.S., so I know what I am talking about: a smile goes a long way. I won’t be returning or recommend it, but I do wish the team the best of luck...

As a European who misses genuine italian food (not spaghetti and meatballs). This was the best meal I have had in months. The restaurant is family run and the founders are still present every day. One of the founders, Franco began cooking when he was a child and with the support of his wife Lisa, developed the recipes. If you want to try original Italian family recipes then this is the best spot to go to. They also have an Italian food market where you can find great espresso ground coffee, olive oil as well as other hard to find Italian food products. The service is fantastic and the people are very genuine, they aren’t college students but actually a real family that enjoys what they do and makes everyone feel welcome. It’s located in a very easy to access spot, it’s walking distance from Broughton street and if you are going to the arena for a show it’s a perfect spot. The ingredients are all imported directly from Italy and I cannot stress how much better this place is than 95% of Italian restaurants in the US. Savannah is a great place but eating here has added to this trip so much and made me want to come back because I know I can’t get food like this without flying across...