by Joshua Page

Shortly after ie Italian Eatery opened, a marquee in the parking lot read, "Hi." That's it. No boasting. No big promises. Just a simple welcome. Like the message, everything about this restaurant — from the service and food to the decor and vibe — is straightforward and approachable.

Ie doesn't try to be the most fancy, cool, or "authentic" Italian restaurant in town. Instead, it aims for and achieves high-quality, friendly service and well-executed, delicious food in a stylish, casual environment. That ie hits all those marks is a credit to the owners, Eric and Vanessa Carrera, and their staff.

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