Laura Summerville

Delicious food and great atmosphere. My “The Laura” cocktail was tasty. My bucatini was fantastic (added shrimp) and the cannolis were out of this world. Great location in the heart of downtown Summerville- easy access to the cute shopping district right nearby. Will definitely be back. Summerville SC is really making a name for itself with charming and high class restaurants. Reservations recommended- especially on weekends.

I chose this establishment because I was looking for an authentic Italian dining experience, and it was nothing short of exceptional. Our server was not only friendly but also extremely helpful and patient, taking the time to walk us through the menu and making it much easier to decide what to order. I especially appreciated how he shared a brief history of the owner and the restaurant, which added a personal touch to the experience. I ordered the chicken parmesan, which was stuffed with mozzarella, and it truly delivered. What made the meal feel even more authentic was knowing the noodles are made fresh in-house. The atmosphere was perfect for a romantic date, with a cozy, dimly lit setting that set the mood just right. Dessert was tiramisu served in a large glass-rich, indulgent, and a great way to end the meal. I also tried The Laura, a drink made with limoncello and a scoop of sorbet. While it had a slight aftertaste, it didn't take away from the overall experience. If you're looking for a true Italian experience without having to book a flight to Paris, this is definitely the place to go.

Loved the atmosphere. The dim, warm lighting was a great touch that really set the mood. Not to mention, our table was already set when we were seated. Service was attentive and they clearly care about your experience. Our server gave us a brief description of the restaurant’s history and the menu shortly after seating us. He even packaged our leftovers we wanted to take to-go upon no request! Small gestures like that really make a difference. We ordered the octopus antipasti which was absolutely delicious! The flavors complimented each other perfectly. For my dish, I got the lobster gnocchi. It tasted great, but it’s too thick for my preference. Everyone else at the table really enjoyed their dishes, and we took turns trying each other’s meals. Our server mentioned they make (almost) all of their pasta themselves, and you can certainly tell—it’s great! For dessert, we ordered the cannolis and tiramisu. I loved the pistachio sauce that accompanied the cannolis, and the cannolis themselves were quite nice. The tiramisu was HUGE, certainly a generous serving! I’ve only tried 4 or so tiramisus from different places, and this is my new favorite. My only critique is that the coffee flavor is very light for what I’d expect in tiramisu. Other than that, I love tiramisu, so it was fantastic. Food presentation is very important to me, and they did not disappoint. Each dish was beautifully plated. Overall, this is a great place that I’d definitely recommend. From the staff, to the atmosphere, to the food, Laura’s is well-deserving of five stars.

Great service. Upscale atmosphere. The food….unmatched! Fresh homemade pastas and sauces. Everything was very flavorful. The octopus was the best I’ve had stateside. Drinks were also good. We can’t wait to come back.

Absolutely loved everything about this place. Very cute, cozy, and good temperature inside even though it was cold outside. Our waitress Gina was outstanding. Highly recommend having her serve you. She is very kind, attentative, and gave good recommendations. Would definitely come back!