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| - I must have driven by this place a thousand times. But we finally ended up their last night. And I am glad we did.
The restaurant has existed for 50 years in that location. It has changed ownership many times but survived the usual modernification of Phoenix.
After eating there, I can see why. Bread and olive oil with herbs to start. A great wine list, full bar and and a three page menu. The pasta dishes are traditional, classic, seafood, as well as other meats. And there are pizzas, sandwiches, calzones and daily specials, too. Everything tastes homemade and fresh. Definitely something for everyone, vegetarians, kids, etc.
The waiter was friendly and attentive. We had no problem getting seated at 7:30 on a Friday night (after our first choice was an hour wait). Our host was kind enough to move us to a window seat, too.
The interior is dark and nice, giving it an upscale feel.
The patrons were a diverse group, young, old, straight, gay, couples, families, one of the waiters has a mohawk and was serving a guy with his head tattooed.
The food was really good, I look forward to going back again.
One of central Phoenix's gems right out in the open, don't be like me and drive right by. Come in and enjoy, you won't be disappointed.
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