Stylish Northern Italian spot with rich pastas and thoughtful service; great for celebrations, pricier than casual options and occasionally inconsistent.
Stella delivers competitive fine-dining execution with warm, responsive service and rich, well-crafted Italian dishes that justify its premium positioning on Burlingame Avenue. However, inconsistent execution on seasoning and temperature across visits prevents grade A-level reliability, and the polished but conventional ambiance lacks the distinctive character that elevates special-occasion dining. Strong for celebrations and business dinners, though occasional misses temper the experience.
One caveat: Occasional overcooked or under-seasoned dishes reported