Fresh, house-made pasta including lamb ragu, bucatini, and seafood pasta with rotating seasonal options.
Crispy, flavorful pizzas like the Diavola, cooked in a wood-fired oven for authentic Italian taste.
Generous starters such as arancini, truffle fries, and Little Gem Salad, perfect for sharing.
Curated drink menu featuring tasty cocktails, wine, and even famously refreshing water refills.
Cozy, rustic ambiance ideal for romantic evenings or social gatherings, with attentive service.
A friend and I came on a Saturday night. It was very busy, which is a good sign. I'm glad I had made a reservation the night before. We enjoyed the rustic, cozy atmosphere. We shared Arancini, Little Gem Salad, Salmon, and Fusilli. The salmon was a bit fishy, and the Arancini and Fusilli were too salty. I was disappointed with the taste of the food considering the high ratings for this restaurant. On a positive note, I will say that the service was very good, and the bathrooms were very clean.
Came here for a date night with my boyfriend for the first time and everything was astounding. Firstly, the pasta is handmade and the texture of the lamb ragu was amazing and addictive. The appetizers are delicious and portion sizes are generous. The environment is more loud than it is calm and quiet but that means business is booming. Also the service was attentive. My boyfriend also said they have the best water he has ever tasted lol I think he had over 25 refills throughout the night. We'll be back and I can't wait to try more of the food! Try the truffle fries! There is a bit of a wait but it's so worth it! Drinks are tasty too!
Great service and food. The arancini was good but the meat sauce was better. I had the Diavola Pizza, it was a perfect balance of flavors and heat. My wife had the Fresno State corn pasta. She enjoyed the creamy, sweet taste. However, I enjoyed the service which was exceptional.
So so so good. Everything we had was phenomenal, they do have some things that rotate on the menu so if there’s something you want to try, I recommend going for it. Had no reservations, walked in around 5pm on a Saturday, were very lucky to get seated at the bar (3 of us). Service was outstanding, one of the dishes was delayed and they gave us complimentary meatballs. I had the lamb Ragu - amazing. Others had the seafood pasta that was also very good, and the bucatini.
Hands down probably the best Italian restaurant in Fresno. The food is always on point, tasty and never left me disappointed. Service is also good, the only thing i dont really like is the noise. People are extremely loud and make the environment less enjoyable. A little advice, lights are too dim, a bit more brighter will help to read the menu because not all the tables are well illuminated.

Handcrafted Italian cuisine where rustic charm meets modern flavor in Fresno.
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The Annex Kitchen is an upscale Italian restaurant in Fresno, celebrated for its handmade pasta, artisanal pizzas, and vibrant atmosphere. With a 4.6-star rating from over 900 reviews, we specialize in dishes like lamb ragu, truffle fries, and seasonal specials, all served in a cozy, bustling setting perfect for date nights or gatherings. Our attentive staff and commitment to quality ingredients ensure every visit is memorable, though reservations are recommended due to high demand.
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