How is this my first visit?
First of all, please read this disclaimer:
1. Do not go if you are posh.
2. Do not go if you do not like loud restaurants.
3. Do not go if you are expecting 5 star service.
Ok - Now that is done....
The place is great. The smells greet you on your way in. I was also not cranky as there is a pretty decent sized parking lot of the back of the building (a plus for Sherman Ave.). You can call ahead and put your name in. I would recommend it as there is no place to stand to wait (and no bar).
There are only a couple of servers and one hostess for a place with about 15 tables. Service isn't fast but it is good. This is a family owned place. The servers know their wine, recommending a great red to compliment our meal. The prices are fantastic. Three entrees, two glasses of wine, under $50!
They have some traditional items, but then they have their only Madison twists like Sicilian Steak Stroganoff.
I ordered the Chicken Parm and I was very impressed. The noodles were perfect and the chicken has a nice crisp. It stood up to being covered by sauce. The Chicken Parm was easily two meals. I loved that they served it on a metal plate because my food stayed hot the entire time.
I would 100% recommend this place!