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| - I've got to say, I wasn't sure what to expect going here because I've lived in the area for 5 years and in that time, have seen this location as several different restaurants that have come and gone. Also wasn't sure how a finer Italian restaurant would fit into Tallmadge. We went at 930 on a Friday evening and it was empty, we were literally the only diners with the exception of one other table. I wasn't sure if this was a good sign. We ordered the garlic cheesy bread as an appetizer and were delightfully surprised when it came out essentially as a pizza with marinara sauce. Well worth the price and full of delicious, melted cheesiness. I then ordered the half chicken parm and my boyfriend got the Cajun fettuccine, he's always a spicy person. We were both surprised at the amount of food that came with the half order, plus they each came with bread. Mine came with a garlic knot, his had a large baguette. My chicken parm was cooked wonderfully, very fresh. His Cajun fettuccini had the most unique taste for a pasta, very well done. We couldn't get over how perfect the asparagus pieces were cooked. Literally to the exact right crispness without getting soggy. His plate was heaping due to the sauce, some spilling off when it was delivered. Since the sauce was runnier, a bowl might've been more appropriate. We both boxed up our leftovers and they made for a great lunch the next day.
I was impressed with the service also. As I said, it was later in the evening and very empty. Our waiter could've been annoyed we came in somewhat close to closing and he could've been exhausted from a long shift about to end, but he was very chipper and attentive. We tipped him accordingly. We will definitely be returning.
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