Come on out for a good time! If you've never been to the great old beer halls of Munich or Berlin, here's your chance... with a modern twist, & it's called "community."
From the time we walked through the door to taking our leave an hour later, we were pampered by well chosen & well trained employees who love being your servers.
Oh, about the food: We chose the better-than-usual happy hour menu of a Marguerita pizza ($10) & the appetizer board ($10). I had the house Montepulciano red & my partner the Italian coffee in a big cup. You'll know from the 1st bite that NI's pizza crust is made from scratch & ingredients are finer than usual. It is also ample for two. Even if you're both hungry, the 10 interesting appetizers on that board will fill you up... grilled asparagus, Prosciutto, eggplant caviar, cheese (to name a few). Also offered up is the special appetizer board with a bottle of real decent wine for $20. And don't forget to take a peak at the main menu because you'll find items for anyone's taste, & prices to match.
It seems that manager Cole appreciates not only the bottom line ($$) but that engaged employees bring returning customers. And we were fortunate to have Leonard & Ben (with brains & something to say).
If I could make 2 suggestions they'd be: a definite singing guitarist on that wonderful indoor patio w/fireplace; and that North Italia add another day to the Mon.-Thur. happy hour. Everybody else does.
P.S. We not only dine out for the cuisine, but for the "experience."