I wasn't too impressed. But to be honest, I didn't expect to be either. While I had my moment watching Buddy master cakes on the Cake Boss, to attach his name to a restaurant wasn't as exciting as say, having a bakery with his name on it.
I will say the meal started strong with the meatball appetizer. You get large meatballs in sauce and both were very good. So it set the standard high.
One of my favorite items at Italian restaurants is the pasta vodka. While it was good, it wasn't great by any means. Just okay. I did appreciate the al dente noodles though.
But the most surprising thing was the desserts. I get it, you want to include some family favorites like cannoli's, but still. No cake? What about featuring mini cakes that are decorated? Just something to play off the show. I just expected more than just three plain jane choices of sweets.
I'll admit I sought it out, having the name attached and being new, but I wouldn't urge anyone else to visit this spot while in Vegas.