Very surprised in a good way. Because, I do have to admit that I came here with much trepidation. But a Groupon coupon convinced me to give it a try. I was ambivalent about the decor. Sure, it was somewhat humorous in a self-deprecating But-Hey-I'm-Italian-I-Can-Take-It sort of way. It was good for a few chuckles and made for an interesting walking tour room to room. It certainly was visually interesting.
The food was well done for every dish. Portions were generous, too. I can honestly find no fault (excepting the price) with the food. I'd eat their Lemon caper Chickens with Artichokes again without a doubt. And I thought the Sangria was subpar (I'd call it a red wine spritzer!).
I couldn't figure why water was seeping all over the table, until we noticed the glass has a crack from top to bottom. Yikes. And don't waste my time inspecting the glass at the table like a CSI detective. Just whisk the sucker away and apologize. I didn't crack it! So service is rather weak. And even though I ordered a drink, when I don't order a second, Don't Abandon My Table!
Food was better than anticipated, service was not. Borderline on a return.