Yelp made me do it. The reviews were too good to miss and a cross town trip of nearly 20 miles was insufficient deterrent to share a meal with a new friend. The service was enthusiastic, friendly and charming. A Prosecco split kicked things off, followed by a split Parma salad that was more than sufficient for an opening round. My dining partner was keeping it light with pasta fagioli and I opted for linguine with clams and white wine. A white Veneto accompanied most appropriately.
All I can say is "amazingly satisfying". There's an art to keeping it simple, unpretentious and Parma pulls it off like a clean apron. I only wish I lived closer.
The deli section demands a return trip - Percorino, salami - the works.
Diane is so pleasant, she's right out of Central Casting. Delightful.
5 stars reserved for the truly killer spots. Parma's not far off.