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| - As big fans of Marc's restaurant, we were totally bummed when it was sold/closed. However, we soon saw that Parma was opening in the little strip mall near Trader Joe's. Anticipating its opening, we stopped in immediately after opening.
First, you are always greeted by a member of the staff, often Chef Marc; and if what you want is not on the menu, or you're in the mood to try something new, Marc will prepare it for you. Further, this is THE only place I've been to in Vegas where you can get great fresh pasta, sauces, cheeses and tastycakes, an East Coast delicacy that everyone should try. (I think Krimpets alone got me through my grade school lunch trading days).
The environment is casual - I've enjoyed sandwiches to-go, take-out dinner, sit down lunch, a glass of wine in the comfy sofa area as well as a nice, long dinner with a great bottle of wine. Just a great place to sit down and have a meal. In addition, the staff is incredibly knowledgeable about the menu, the wine list, etc. Our waiter was quick to suggest an alternate wine (which was a hit) and was friendly, informative, fun without being intrusive.
Alas, the pasta is always fresh, and innovative twists on old favorites (for me, it's any combination of fresh tomato and mozzarella) make Marc's a MUST for any Italian food fan or displaced east coaster yearning for a fresh pasta dish.
Love this place.
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