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"Somewhere between the artist and the workman stands the artisan - one who strives to master a craft to bring satisfaction to customers.”
“The artisan is free of the tantrums and runaway prices of the culinary artiste, yet possesses the style and substance that defines the classic tradition in an ethnic cuisine. At Cafe Mezzanotte, the area gains a needed middle ground, with better-than-average, more-authentic-than-usual Neapolitan cooking at moderate prices."
 - Geoff Pevner, Capital-Gazette
"There's great food to be found right around the corner. And while the name of one of the most popular local restaurants, Cafe Mezzanotte, means "midnight" in the romantic language of the Italian eatery, don't wait until that hour to find a table for two or for your entire club or office."
- Tom Waldron, Baltimore Sun
"They have undergone a major renovation, making an already lovely restaurant into a more beautiful one and opening up the dining rooms to a lighter and more spacious appearance. They also have created an exciting new menu. So, those are a couple of the things that have changed at Café Mezzanotte, but the really important ones have stayed the same: quality food and quality service.
Since its opening in the late 1990s, this restaurant has been known for the delightful Neopolitan delicacies created by Chefs Gennaro DiMeo and Gennaro DiBenedetto and for exemplary service. On our most recent visit, everyone in our party commented on how extraordinary the service was – and that doesn’t often happen. It wasn’t just our server either, for we overheard another server guiding an elderly couple through the new menu. They were obviously regulars at Café Mezzanotte, for the server knew what they usually enjoyed and was directing them to the most similar dishes on the new menu."
- Terra Walters, Capital-Gazette
Jun, 2006
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"As we entered, the aroma of roasted garlic surrounded us. We knew we had chosen the right place."
- Brian Sullam, Baltimore Sun
Dec, 1997
"Youthful owners Gennaro DiMeo and Gennaro DiBenedetto bring their backgrounds from other Italian restaurants in the area to the cafe and the menu reflects their experiences. They offer an extensive array of primarily traditional Neapolitan, reasonably priced dishes in a sleek setting composed of polished wood, subtle lighting, glass and a rambling number of rooms."
"The dishes and atmosphere will surprise those who still believe that spaghetti and meat balls served on a table swathed in a red-and-white checked cloth comprise an Italian meal."
- J. and J. Capossela, Capital Gazette
Jan, 1998
"Cafe Mezzanotte should certainly be ranked among our better restaurants. The food is upscale, value is good, and its a really pleasant room. We'd be happy to go back."
- Tom and Julie Mallonee, Capital-Gazette
Jun, 2000
"Are you aware that you have a lovely little Neopolitan jewel in your midst? Considering that Cafe Mezzanotte had such a Wednesday night crowd that a wait for a table was necessary (Who knew we would need a reservation for a Wednesday!), it would seem evident that many of you already know."
"Even though the restaurant was operating at near-capacity, the serving staff exhibited a serene and professional demeanor. Not only were we receiving excellent well-timed service at our table, but it was easy to see that others as well were the beneficiaries of that same adroit and seamless service."
- Terra Walters, Capital-Gazette
Apr, 2002
”Cafe Mezzanotte is one of Severna Park's most popular restaurants, and rightfully so. Service is good, food is excellent, and prices are mostly reasonable. It's worth the trip North.”
- Tom and Julie Mallonee, Capital-Gazette
May, 2004
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