Juliana Simone
Our party of three came here to treat a friend to a birthday dinner. He suggested this restaurant having eaten here once before and remembered their food well. My partner and I had high hopes thinking of the amazing eatery in North Stonington that has exceptional food under the same name. A casual room for diners, there is no bar, so it's BYOB. No complaint in terms of the savings, as the corkage fee per bottle is $2.50. This in itself is a draw if you don't mind food that is simply okay. We brought sixty dollars of wine from our house stock and paid five bucks to drink it. Good deal.
Waiting to be seated, we saw the specials menu had a list of things that were not available, including the lamb I hoped to order. My partner wondered why they just didn't list what was available. Moving on, as soon as we sat down, we were asked if we wanted the garlic cheese bread. We said yes, though I'm not sure it was complimentary. It had a good texture.
We ordered two appetizers. Our birthday guest wanted to try the roasted peppers in balsamic vinegar with Kalamata olives a second time. My partner saw on the specials board stuffed clams and chose those. The peppers were cooked through and had the flavor it should. The stuffed clams resemble the stuffed clams one can buy in a grocery store's fish department.
A small mixed greens salad came with our mains and the house dressing. The three mains were Chicken Marsala, Shrimp Provencal and a Chilean Sea Bass featured on the specials board. It took some time before our entrées came to the table.The Chicken Marsala was not the classic version by including tomatoes. The Shrimp Provencal was served not quite as described, but okay. Most dishes here are served on angel hair pasta - even the filet mignon and leg of lamb. New to me...
For $29.95, my Chilean Sea Bass was a mystery fish, under a large ladle full of what was comparable to Hollandaise sauce. At best, it was four oz. in size. In N.Y., CA or many other places, this fish is a high-end product, served elegantly in a larger portion for its often market priced cost. The red sauce on the accompanying angel hair was not to my liking. Boxed it up after one bite to bring home for my partner.
There were no desserts available when we tried to order one for our friend's birthday wish. All chocolate cakes and cheesecake were sold out. One lemon cake dessert was left. We passed.
This restaurant is fine for people wanting a relaxed atmosphere and not expecting more than casual fare.
Emmett Wald
What a delightful find! This hole-in-the-wall restaurant doesn’t look like much from the street. But the menu has an excellent variety, the portions are generous, and the food is delicious. The risotto was cooked to order! The meal came with a large bowl of freshly grated parmesan. And the chocolate decadence cake was divine.
The owner told me that they’ll be celebrating their 30th anniversary this coming January, and I can see why they’ve lasted this long.
Tony Sigeti
Great food and service with a bit of a twist. It is BYOB and only a $2.50 corkage fee per bottle of wine. The Carbonara was delicious, and it also tastes great as leftovers the next day. Highly recommended.
An Ta
The menu appeared promising and the server was offering additional options but unfortunately the chef was unable to deliver. Very disappointing experience with some of the plates completely inedible - if it was convenient we would have walked out.
Robert Irvine could make a great show with this establishment and be extremely critical of the plates we ordered. Be leery of dining here if you know how to cook and season food.
Clare Isakson
Best Italian food in the valley! It's authentic, fresh, and tasty. Lovely service here too. And BYOY! They charge for wine glasses though FYI
Tracy Pendergast
Large variety of Italian dishes. Friendly staff. Don't forget to BYOB!
Roberta O'meara
Food exceptional as always. Generous portions. Waitress efficient, helpful and friendly. One of my favorites.
Colleen Finn
I have been going there off and on for 30 years. It is SOO good every time. Everything on the menu WA makes is Superb .Bring your own wine, eat delicious fresh made food there's nothing better.💖.
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