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    Cafe Vesuvio

    3.5 (82 reviews)
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    Closed 11:00 am - 8:30 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Portobello mushroom ravioli with Marsala Cream a sauce - special
    Tauna S.

    Cafe Vesuvio always prepares pasta and pizza that delights the tastebuds! Generally I satisfy my need for Italian food with their Chicken Marsala and actually I am not typically a fan of Marsala cream sauce, but I thought the write up on the special, Portobello mushroom ravioli with a Marsala cream sauce, inspired a mouth watering response so I went for it. It was amazing! The raviolis were tender and silky. The sauce was creamy and flavored better than many Marsala cream sauces that I've had. The carbonara was just as delicious as the times we've had before! Both dishes actually complemented the thee so we ended up sharing. Dinner is always better shared right? Mary took care of us. Well we requested her section as we always do if there's room in her area. She is one of the friendliest people in town! Environment is always great too. Jeremy sat us in a nice area where we could enjoy the evening! We recommend Cafe Vesuvio and always in our top picks when eating out.

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    Tim F.

    In the area in the way to western NC and met an old family friend for dinner here. Well, won't do that again at this place. We were seated quickly, and that mostly ended the positives. Drinks were brought and the sweet tea was passable. Our server was great, and prolly keeps this from a one-star review. She let us know that the meals came with garlic knots, so to not order them as an app. She said she'd even bring ours out early as an app, which was perfect. The knots arrived, along with what they called marinara, and neither were good. Not much garlic on the knots, and the marinara was very runny and bland. I ordered the veal parm and mama went with the lobster ravioli. The veal was well-cooked but the tomato sauce was bland like the marinara and the cheese was excessive. Almost like they were trying to hide the veal. My pasta had the same marinara that was with the knots, and just as bland. Mama's ravioli was "OK, nothing special". Our friend is gluten intolerant, so she ordered the Chicken Vesuvio with GF penne, which came out having no flavor, with no seasoning on the chicken and very little in the Alfredo sauce. Luckily, they took that dish off our bill. Ambiance and decor is typical for an Italian restaurant. If we're in the area again, we'll be looking for a better dining option.

    Geena G.

    Delicious!! I am from NJ, so I am very picky about my pizza. Great crust and awesome sauce! Loved the garlic knots and calzone as well!! We will be back!

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    Jade S.

    Awesome food. Waitress was great. Guy that was the host had the personality of a robot as well as the other male staff. No smiles. No personality. But food was yum.

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    8 months ago

    Food is always great and the staff is very friendly and helpful. If you are looking for pizza they are the best in town.

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    White pizza and zucchini fries are so good at this restaurant! Wings aren't bad either.

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    Such nice people and delicious food. Great pizza and great cheesesteaks. I would also highly recommend the chocolate cheese cake.

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    Great Sicilian pizza and one of the few places in Sanford with fresh mozzarella. Their eggplant parm is great too.

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    6 years ago

    Excellent pizza and calzones. It's our favorite when visiting the area. Closest to NY around.

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    Food was ok. Had a issue with my receipt, manager was very helpful and willing to give money back.

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    Wonderful place. Great for families, quality food and premium service. Pizza was incredible!

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