Just had for the first time, loved it! The blood orange cosmo was delicious, and I had the Fresno State corn pasta (Yum!). My boyfriend had the half chicken, which was beyond incredible. Amazing service and an at home feeling. I'm definitely coming back!

We ordered takeout, as I couldn't wait for a late reservation. The restaurant was filled with patrons. I walked in and was immediately greeted by three nice ladies. It was mood lighting inside with music playing. The ac felt so cool and inviting. My food was ready exactly at the expected time. I brought silverware and napkins so we could eat in the car. Why did I go...to get the Fresno State Corn Agnolotti. It is a limited time offer and a must order! The pasta was perfectly cooked and filled with cheese and corn. It was smothered in a sweet buttery corn sauce and had shaved parm over it. So, so good! The Kale salad was fresh, crispy and had plenty of sliced almonds. We substituted the dressing for a lemon vinaigrette, which really amped the freshness! The polenta was smooth and tasty. The meatball was perfectly cooked and had a spicy sauce on it. The meatball itself was a bit lacking in flavor. Thank goodness for the sauce! Definitely a special place to eat. Takeout, with tip was $72, but well worth the splurge, just to have the main dish. The Fresno State Corn Agnolottiis is so good it was on the Food Network episode of The Best Thing I Ever Ate. I will be back for that before the season is over

We had reservations at the pizza oven. It was a warm day so we were worried it would be really hot. It was not bad.. definitely warmer than the rest of the restaurant but it was comfortable. Our server was friendly. We ordered blood orange margaritas (not on the menu) and they were very good. We both ordered the corn agnolotti (and that is what we came for) and it was so tasty as always. We look forward to corn season JUST FOR THIS. We got a side of mushrooms and they were a great addition to the agnolotti. We had the mixed berry cobbler and while the server told us it was made with polenta we weren't anticipating the gritty texture that is not at all like a cobbler (or even a crisp)... it was like cornmeal. Neither one of us were fans. We will definitely be back during corn season!

Service is top notch! For an Italian place, I feel like I expected more based off the high yelp rating. Everything we had was good, however I expected it all to be better. Tagliatelle- I feel like the portion was a little small. It was good but it could be a little more flavorful. Braised short rib- not bad, but have had better for cheaper Zepolle- not a fan Pizza- pretty good. Didn't get to try it but the kids were fans. Ribs special - was kind of bland. It needs like a side of sauce or something to add to it. Tried two different wines and both were very good! Overall the restaurant is beautiful and the service is amazing. The food just didn't hit as much as I'd like.

Love The Annex Kitchen! If you're planning on going, make sure you book your reservation ahead of time as this place is always busy....and worth it! The first thing you'll notice when you walk in is the wood fired oven and the light smell of smoke wafting throughout the restaurant. And everything that comes out of it is delicious! Wood fired pizzas! Broccolini! Yes! The menu at The Annex changes seasonally and the house made pasta is not to be missed. Summer usually means Fresno State Corn, winter is butternut squash, spring is spring pea...and they are all delicious. The bar menu is innovative and well executed and includes an extensive wine and spirits menu including apertivi, digestivi and grappa. The Italian influence is readily apparent. This visit we tried the Southern Belle (a gin based cocktail) and the blood orange cosmo which had an amazing sweet tart taste. If you are looking for a starter, check out the salmon crudo. It melts in your mouth and is perfectly balanced with watermelon radish, dill and cucumber brodo--light and delicious! All the entrees we have tried over the last several years are well prepared, consistent and tasty. The pasta and the hanger steak are always a favorite. And don't pass on dessert! Service is the one area that needs some attention. Haughty hostesses with no warmth and minimal manners, waiting more than 5-10 minutes to be seated even with a reservation, servers with low energy and attitudes to match coupled with tables packed in tightly and poor acoustics puts a bit of a damper on the overall experience. Fortunately, the food makes up for front of the house short comings. Highly recommended!

Hadn't been here in quite sometime and now wish we had come back sooner. We made a last minute reservation that put us at a high top pizza station, which turned out to be incredible. These guys work like a well oiled machine and it was a lot of fun to watch. My go to appetizer is the Arancini, which is filled with a pesto risotto. My wife chose the bone barrow, which I have never ordered because of the gelatinous texture, BUT it was incredible! The depth of flavor was great. For entrees, she did a sweet pea agnolotti. She loved it. I don't like peas, so one taste and I was good. I had the tagliatelle with lamb ragu. Pasta was cooked perfectly. Lamb was good, but a little gamey. Can't wait to come back sooner than later.

The Annex Kitchen in Fresno pleasantly impressed us during our overnight stay. The sight of the pizza oven and open fire grill piqued our interest right away, and the enticing aroma proved we were in for a treat. The service at Annex Kitchen was excellent, despite the fact that it was somewhat loud and difficult to hear our waiter. The ambiance exuded warmth and sincerity. Despite our initial worries about being appropriate for families, we were relieved to discover the kid's menu, which made our eating experience stress-free. We decided on the Tagliolini with shrimp and crab and the mixed mushroom pizza, both of which showcased the restaurant's dedication to handcrafted excellence. The pasta was well cooked and preserved its al dente quality. Each forkful was bursting with flavor due to the rich, velvety sauce that coated every strand of pasta. The pizza was a wonderful combination of tastes, with the right balance of earthy mushrooms, creamy fontina, and the essence of truffled cheese. The bucatini with tomato sauce and cheese pizza was popular with the kids, providing familiar but delicious options. A serving of fries was a welcome side dish. We finished our meal with a chocolate budino. However, the abundance of chocolate flavor was very delightful. Although the flavors were pleasant, we didn't realize it was a mousse and were hoping for a more cake-like texture. Overall, Annex Kitchen met our expectations with its delectable menu, attentive service, and inviting atmosphere.

Annex Kitchen is hands down one of my favorite restaurants in the Fresno area, as well as my parents! I would recommend making a reservation and do it at least a week in advance, because they run out of times very quickly! My family ordered the Meatball appetizer and then I ALWAYS order the Tagliatelle with Lamb Ragu. The meatballs were very moist and flavorful, and the crunchy bread on the side was perfect to dip into the tomato sauce. The Tagliatelle was also amazing! The meat is so tender and you can tell the noodles are fresh. The ambiance is perfect as well! Highly recommend this spot! *My one ding would be parking is sometimes difficult to find.