Making a memory with a meal is all what its cracked up to be. Friday night was the second time I had been to this place and it was just as great as I remember. I scored a groupon $60 for $30 and decided to take some friends who were Capo-virgins. I do recommend reservations as it does book up. It took us a few minutes to find the door as it kind of gives you an "alley way" entrance to the place. This is the first time at this location and I actually thought it was more amazing than the last one (on Trop) that I had been to.
Upon entry there is a little mobster suprise experience that you just have to see for yourself. I don't want to spoil the fun even though I have seen others spill the beans reviews on here. Once you find yourself in the joint, and you are shown your table you will find yourself thinking what century am I in?? The place is dimly lit. Probably the darkest restaurant I have ever been to but ya know its all about the secretive down low. lol As we were seated, the 1970s round red leather booths are to die for (but don't say that out loud) along with velvet wallpaper and these amazing chandelliers above the tables....loved them! They hand you the menus which accompany a little flash light so you can actually see it. Nice idea.
For our meal I ordered the Stuffed Chicken Anastasia-lightly breaded and stuffed with ricotta and spinach. The menu says its topped with pink sauce but it was topped with red sauce and a dab of pink sauce. I just ordered some more pink sauce and I was good to go. It came with some angel hair pasta with red sauce. It was alooot of food to eat but it was so good. I shared with the table some of the chicken. I just couldnt eat even half of it. The BF ordered the Capones Cabanara and he devoured that. I'm not a fan of peas so I only tried a small bite but it was great. My friend ordered the spaghetti with meatball (and it was huge). She said the meatball was full of flavor and the best she ever had. Her husband ordered the Mad Dog Marsala....which seemed not so big of a plate full but he loved every bite. On a side note I must say that this isnt the "best" Italian we've had but it was good and the experience makes it great!
The wine, bread and salads were a perfect addition. We all ordered 2 drinks and our drinks were at least half the bill. No joke. Thanks for the drinks Groupon! haha Actually I think the drinks were more than the Groupon but who is counting. The service was awsome-very attentive and friendly with a Italian mobster edge. lol
Don't forget about the live music "thats amore". Very special touch! I must say I highly recommend this place. It is very romantic-great for a date, fun to take some peeps to, and just to stop by and have a drink with the pin striped suits. My friends loved the experience and the food so a good pat on the back to us for taking them. Now who can I take next? ;)