About Napoli’s Italian Restaurant SW
The Retired & Disabled Police of America (RDPOA) is a fraternal organization formed in October, 1990 and incorporated under the laws of the District of Columbia as a non-profit corporation, and is managed by a Board of Directors consisting of a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Executive Director.
The Ultimate "Productive Lunch" Spot in Cedar Rapids 🍝💼 If you’ve ever tried to host a business lunch in a restaurant that sounds like a construction site, you know the struggle. Napoli’s Italian Restaurant is the antidote to the "too-loud" lunch meeting. The Atmosphere: I visited for a business meeting and was immediately struck by the calm, quiet atmosphere. It’s sophisticated without being stuffy—the kind of place where you can actually hear your associates without leaning over the table. The Power Move (Trust the Server): As a rule, I always ask my server for recommendations. They see thousands of plates come out of that kitchen, so they know the "real" hits. Our waitress was kind, efficient, and steered me toward a winner. The Food: Following her lead, I went with the Portobello Ravioli and added chicken. • The Verdict: Spectacular. The pasta was perfectly al dente, and the addition of chicken turned it into a hearty, protein-rich lunch that didn’t leave me in a "carb coma" for my afternoon meetings. It’s a 10/10 recommendation if you’re a fan of rich, earthy flavors. The Service: In a business setting, timing is everything. Our server balanced "attentive" and "unobtrusive" perfectly. We never had to hunt her down for a refill, but she also didn't interrupt our conversation mid-sentence. That’s a skill that deserves a shout-out. The Verdict: Whether you are looking to impress a client or just want a high-quality Italian meal where the service is as polished as the silverware, Napoli’s is the Cedar Rapids gold standard. Pro-Tip: If you’re a first-timer, ditch the menu and ask for the server’s personal favorite. It hasn’t failed me yet!
Great service from Jessica first of all. My shrimp and scallops seafood dish looked and tasted great. Price was about what one would expect for quality Italian.
I was with a party of 6. We were seated immediately as it was not busy at all. The service was slow but there was only 1 waitress. I ordered the chicken parmesan. The spaghetti portion was barely warm & the only flavor was tomato. The chicken was at least warm but the breading was soggy like it had been sitting awhile. Not worth the expense in my book.
This was our first time here. Our server was excellent. We had 2 different shrimp entrées that were wonderful. The atmosphere was relaxing and elegant. Prices were reasonable. Highly recommend for authentic food and definitely the atmosphere. No loud background noises. Great for a couples special occasion.
Very disappointing service. There were only two other parties in the restaurant when we arrived, yet we waited over 10 minutes just to get water. The server dropped it off without taking our order and didn’t return for quite a while. When she finally came back, we ordered our appetizer, entrée, and sodas all at once. Our food started arriving before our drinks did, and when I later asked for a refill, it never came. This was especially frustrating because I have a medical condition that requires me to have something to drink while eating. Because my refill never arrived, I couldn’t finish my meal. If the service is this poor when the restaurant is nearly empty, I can only imagine how it is when they’re busy. Very dissatisfied with this location. The Marion location is much better.