Arian J.
Yelp
I was definitely into the ambience; they have an identity that is uniquely memorable. Though, the kitchen is open, loud, and exposed to half the dining area, so noise levels can be a bit much. That, and they mix seating styles; as in, booth on one end of the table, chairs on the other (which I know is "the thing" these days, but I still hate it).
The food is luckily the star of the show here. It's all Family-Style (of course), which I've grown fond of, as it encourages friendly collaboration. Do not let their vague menu fool you--understand that they'll put a "spin" on even the most "normal" sounding items.
For instance, the, "Garlic Bread," is more than you'd think it is and I highly recommend! The, "Rigatoni," was also a fave, simple; yet, flavourful. What I appreciated was how the flavours would grow on my date and I the more we ate certain dishes--the, "Wagyu Beef Carpaccio," was like that, as were the, "Eggplant Fries," (don't knock it 'em you try 'em). For dessert, "The Banana Pie," is the way to go, perfect way to cap off the meal.
Our server was great. They had a bit of trouble matching our energy in the first half, but eventually figured it out. They were helpful in explaining the items, and encouraging in our exploration of the menu.
Overall, I'd recommend this place to anyone with adventurous tastes buds and a high tolerance for background noise. That said, I'll need a to go a few more times to see if the menu itself can overtake the novelty of a new experience. Happy dining.