Michael W.
Yelp
Visited last evening for first time. 6:30 reservation in Sat eve. Very pleasant, hard working staff (Dora, our waitress ) and Andrea hostess were both very accommodating. Ambiance is welcoming and seating away from bar area was appreciated. Unfortunately, acoustics last night did not help counter a table of 8 loudmouth inconsiderate young females about 20 ft away cutting up and being obnoxious. The more they drank the worse they got. Between their immature and irresponsible behavior, the other innocent patrons had no choice but to shout to hear one another. Then compound this with the increasingly loud overhead piped in music throughout the early part of the evening. Apparently some patron requested (or demanded) that management turn it off. Staff didn't notice it??? Tells you owner was not there. Needless to say it was not exactly the quality of experience I was hoping for. Then to make matters worse, the entrees were terrible. They employ a chef and accompanying kitchen associates that have no idea how to make an authentic, seasoned and edible spaghetti sauce. Couple the watery tasteless sauce with a piece of veal parmigiana that was tough and not fried semi-crispy ( i.e. soggy), the whole dining experience became exceptionally disappointing. Given that we were looking for a reasonably quiet, intimate and enjoyable dinner, it was further diminished by my GF's Veal Marsala entree, which was also barely edible due to its similar toughness accompanied by the same tasteless angel hair and watery pasta sauce. Unfortunately, she left half of it uneaten. She didn't even want to take it home to the chihuahua! Need I say more? However, it wasn't a total loss-- the raspberry cheesecake and coffee were acceptable. They came from an outside supplier or store bought. I was remiss in not politely expressing my disappointment and displeasure of the entire experience to management, which doesn't help them consider improvements, so I have taken to this forum to do so, hoping they read my review. We are definitely not inclined to return considering the aforementioned negatives, and especially when advertising a 16 oz prime rib with one side for $50 as a special??! Lots a luck with that! As a fellow entrepreneur, I regret I couldn't find something more positive about the evening and establishment. I know it is a very difficult business today, more than ever, especially during this pandemic. But c'mon folks, I am sure you can do better!!