Chris “Vectrexer” R.
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Any restaurant that gets away with serving me mushrooms in a dish, and leaves me wanting more, is a top notch location!
With an opening line like that you might think I am not partial to mushrooms. And you would be right. But my visit to Via Uno had me seeing so many wonderful plate passing by that I gave into their menu full of mushrooms. Sure, I would have asked for a dish modification. Sometimes though you just want to see how it's meant to be prepared when sight of other meals look good.
From their Pizza menu I ordered the Pizza Via Uno. It is a half calzone and half pizza. a bit of the best of both worlds in my head. When mine arrived it was flowing off the sides of a large restaurant plate. Steaming hot with the aromas of a fresh oven. Outside they advertise wood fired. From what was served to me I would say it really is what Via Uno advertises.
The shear quantity of the the Pizza Via Uno was more than enough to fill me up with some left over. I would say that two could share the order an be entirely satisfied. The price at $19.00 was okay. Especially given that I LOVED this dish with it mushrooms, mozzarella, excellent sauce, and just the right thickness and crispness to the dough. The ricotta is the lightest, creamiest, fluffiest ricotta you have ever had in your life. The soppressata is perfect. For my dish I have to say it was more calzone than pizza. I didn't care if the balance was off. It just good.
Even though I has some left over that went into a nice to-go box, I was already looking forward to reheating the leftovers to try some more mushrooms. Maybe I needed to have some more mushroom cooked correctly and in the right recipe. Maybe I will visit Via Uno more often to try more.
As for the Via Uno service I would say it is full of purposeful inconsistency. Loved regulars are treated with a large heart and attentive service. New and irregular customers who may not be know as well are not ass well regarded. People sitting at the bar are nearly ignored unless you are a loved customer. People at the tables are give more attention no matter whether friend or strangers. I have noticed this over several visits whether during the week and the weekend at various time of lunch and dinner. Even on this visit during the summer getting my water glass refilled was a chore So was getting the check. Service problems for my visit are not a problem of having people around. three different people passed regularly. But they only visited me with a purpose for first drinks and to deliver plates. Otherwise I felt like I was nearly invisible. I noticed this was similar for others as I watched service. Want water? You'll have yell out "ciao" or "Scusami".
For a first time visitor to Via Uno I recommend getting a table in the southwest corner of the main dining area. Or anywhere in the dining area that is off to the right when your entering . And don't forget to yell out when you need anything. That will be the best way to get decent service.
To finish off your visit to Via Uno you will definitely want to order a cappuccino. I usually take one or two raw sugars. At Via Uno I don't add any sugar. It's an excellent creation any place would be glad to serve. In fact, you may want to visit solely for a cappuccino.
Inconsistent service aside, I feel Via Uno offers a great value for your dollar. Food is top quality and there is more than enough to fill you up. Dining area is a nice place to eat and you'll be given real napkins. Even the bathrooms are above average. Location is easy to find and close to great beaches for picturesque walks before or after you eat. But I'll reserve that last star for that time I am finally greeted and server with all the heart of a recognized regular.
