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| - My review really is 4.5-4.75 stars. This place is a hidden gem and I want to get the word out to everyone on how great this authentic, intimate Italian restaurant is!
Located in an unattractive strip mall, the restaurant is nothing short of unimpressive from the parking lot. However, upon walking in you are immediately transported to a quaint restaurant in Italy. There is probably only 12 tables in the entire joint with enough seating for 30-40 people. The tables are romantically lit and there are many framed photographs of Italy all over the walls. Having been to Italy multiple times, it is literally a copy of a restaurant you would find in Italy. The owner is also Italian with a heavy Italian accent. Can't get more Italian that that!
We were sat and quickly received bread and wine. There is a good wine selection of only Italian wines, authenticity people! The bread was fine (could have used a little warmer) with olive oil and vinegar for the table, love it! I ordered the Chianti and for $6 and a large pour, it can't be beat,
We ordered a bruschetta appetizer which was made with fresh tomatoes and garlicky (don't recommend if on a first date). It was also very messy to eat (reason #2 not to order on a first date). However, it was very good although, I could have used a little more oil on the crostini itself. Its also only $5.95 which is very inexpensive for the amount of appetizer you get.
For our entrees we ordered the eggplant parm and the chicken parm (really branching out, I know!). Seriously, 5++ stars on the entrees! The eggplant parm was layered and delicious with a TON of sauce. Their sauce is the best ever. Authentic Italian sauce made by grandma in the kitchen-level good. I like my pasta and eggplant parm super saucy too so it was perfect. If you don't like a lot of sauce, I would recommend asking them to go light on it. The entree was paired with some of the best angel hair pasta I have ever had. Once again covered in their delicious sauce! I tried my husband's chicken parm and it was equally as good.
Honestly, this place is amazing and it was sad to see so many tables empty on a Saturday night. This is SUCH a great place. Service is so attentive, my mouth is watering while writing this review because of the amazing food, and the ambiance transports you to Italy. Can't wait to go back!
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