I am not sure if I had heard so much about this place that I expected more, but it sadly did not meet my expectations. This is a great place to watch sports because they have big flat screen TVs lining the bar and the service is good (very quick at getting you another drink). The disappointing part was the food. I may have chosen poorly though, because some of the people next to me had food that looked quite good (well, better than mine). I also ran into some people I knew, so that was a plus. I have definitely had better Italian food in the valley...I would come to this divish bar to watch sports and nibble at something, not for a great Italian meal.