We used a Groupon for this place last night and hate to say we were a bit disappointed. The place was completely empty at 7pm in Old Town (big red flag considering even the Olive Garden averages an hour wait every night of the week this time of year). But we kept an open mind thinking this could be a "hidden gem"
Our waitress/host/bartender was very nice and a little apologetic on the groupon restrictions---lots of restrictions--but we ordered our two appetizers, four beers, two entrees, and desserts from the list.
Beer selection was good, and I was so pleased to have the last pumpkin porter in Arizona (another red flag that they still had some post season). We ordered calamari and arancini as appetizers. Was disappointed that their was an "off" flavor to the rice balls and the calamari were rubbery rings of grease. The grease didn't stop with my carbonara. What a shame that the delicate handmade pasta would be swimming in oil and soggy bacon. My tummy has not recovered yet from that. In all fairness, my hubby ordered the blue bison burger and he said it was not bad, though he left a quarter of it on his plate (unheard of!). Dessert was another story. The groupon only let us have a choice of pie or cake so we couldn't get the s'more dessert or the banana crepes...was looking forward to those. We ordered the cake and it was dry and cold.
All and all, would have to say the night out was appreciated but our overall experience was "MEH!". Such a shame that such a cool restaurant does not stand a chance, even in such a great location. Would love to be wrong on this one.