Can you imagine the tackiest, most stereotypical interpretation of Italian American culture? If you can't, just drop by and check out the decor at Buca di Beppo.
So, forget the decor. How's the food? Well, the portions are quite large, and the flavor is equally common. From the first bite, you will know you are at a low level chain restaurant that doesn't have a real chef on staff. Do you want a real Italian culinary experience? Go to Il Fornaio or the likes. This is the Pizza Hut version of Italian dining. Eat too much, leave stuffed and yet less than satisfied.
Then, dessert.... enjoy your diabetic coma if you get the Colossal Chocolate Brownie Sundae. It is as big as a football. Don't order unless there is at least 5 people to eat it. Seriously huge.
As for this local restaurant, it was very understaffed at lunchtime, nevertheless, when they finally got around to serving us, they were very friendly. It is the ownership's fault it is not properly staffed, not the employees' fault.
In a nutshell, there are much better choices for Italian dining. Choose one.