After closing for nearly a year, Strada in the Grove has made its grand comeback, with a twist. The Italian mainstay now occupies the former home of its sister restaurant, Farinelli 1937, bringing the best of both worlds under one roof.
Since opening along Commadore Plaza in 2013, there has always been something uniquely comforting about the Italian gem. From its vast wine collection, including boutique labels from every region of the world, to its great Italian brunch and lunch menus, it has always been a mainstay for families and couples in the area. When news of its sudden closure came to fruition in 2024, residents grew worried. However, as luck would have it, its future lay directly across the street.
A Tale of Two Grove Restaurants Coming Together
Strada in the Grove was forced to close in February 2024 after its landlord declined to renew the lease at its original location. Owner Javier Uribe and his family faced a pivotal decision.
“We had to shuffle and see where we were going to locate Strada in the Grove,” Uribe explains. “We looked at a bunch of places that we thought might be suitable, but weren’t able to find anything that matched what we were looking for.” Rather than settling for an imperfect spot or enduring a lengthy build-out, the family-owned business hatched a plan to combine their two restaurants. The solution? Move Strada’s menu to Farinelli’s location while keeping Farinelli’s popular pizzas in the mix…