I typically go to Luigi's for an evening event. Last week, I took the time to trek downtown to have lunch with friends. It was great. There was entirely too much food, and it was all delicious. Thankfully, I decided to share the Thursday special sandwich. That was the perfect amount. The salads were fresh and all the ingredients were just the right combinations and great flavor. A reservation is definitely the way to go. We had an 11am reservation when they first open for lunch. We had a wonderful table on the patio on a great day. John took very good care of us and kept everything straight. It was impressive! We enjoyed a wonderful lunch and time together. Luigi offers amazing food and helps create memories! read more

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Luigis is one of those establishments that not only lets their food speak for itself, but has a menu that speaks wonders and has you desiring to have an appetite that would allow you to explore the entire menu. Luigis has that old school feel and allows you to experience either their indoor dining hall or their backdoor outdoor patio. My absolute fave dish that I had was their pasta purse dish which had truffle in these little ravioli purses. Filled with ricotta & black truffles, I could not get over the savory flavor that had your taste buds running wild. Throw in their brown butter sage sauce with parmigiano reggiano, and you are served a meal worthy of any award. Their bolognese sauce was so delicious and had the right amount of meat and sauce for their pasta dish. Having a glass of white wine with my meal, it was truly one of my favorite meals I've had in quite some time. read more

The food itself was really good , flavorful, well-prepared, and definitely what you'd expect from a solid Italian spot. I ordered catering/takeout for an event totaling a little over $400, so the quality of the food was appreciated and enjoyed. That said, the service unfortunately fell short. When I called to place the catering order, the person on the phone was unhelpful and came across as rude. I had reviewed the menu beforehand and asked a few reasonable questions about catering. When I politely said "thank you so much for your help" and was mid-sentence saying goodbye, she hung up without responding, which felt dismissive and unprofessional. When I arrived to pick up the food, everything was packed in what looked like shipping/Costco-style boxes. While that alone wasn't a dealbreaker, I did ask if some of the items that would get cold could be placed in the appropriate catering/takeout containers that I've seen them provide to other customers. I was told they could do one, but that proper catering containers require an "extra large" order. Although my order wasn't in the thousands, it was still a significant catering purchase -- and with a 30-minute drive home, much of the food ended up getting cold. Overall, the food was good, but the customer service !!especially over the phone!! was disappointing. I've had better catering/takeout experiences with other Italian restaurants in town that were more accommodating and communicative. I might consider ordering again if the service improves or if I place a larger order, but for now, the service left a lot to be desired. read more

Luigi's - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

It was St. Patty's day and of course I stopped by to have a refreshing drink and some corn beef. The drinks were delicious and the food was amazing. If you are from Bakersfield, I would recommend coming here, you will not be disappointed. I'm surprised the Yelp community is not talking more about this place. It's AMAZING!! read more

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Luigi's is always such a treat. This year was the first time my office started getting Luigi's for lunch occasionally. I will say sometimes the pasta gets way too soggy when you order through door dash but it's the perfect opportunity to get a salad or a sandwich. Luigi's please make the Spicy Chris available on DoorDash!!! I love coming here during the holiday season to pickup peppermint pies for Christmas and NYE. The Clam Linguine was cooked perfectly and had a ton of clams which was really nice. I needed to add a dash of lemon to bring it even more over the top. Service totally depends on who your server is. For the most part service is usually very good. I noticed last time we were there our actual waitress rarely spoke to us but was conversing with the tables around us. The patio is gorgeous and heated which is where I typically like to sit. Inside the walls are filled with history which is so cool but it can get a little crammed and it's such a busy place I can see it being very difficult to dine inside with a child. read more

Luigi's - Friday Special: Clam Linguine - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Didn't stay for too long since it was a very busy Saturday afternoon for them but from the quick service and amazing food plus the atmosphere of Luigi's this place is a must try read more

Luigi's - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Luigi's was established in 1910 and is 5 generations in, a family owned restaurant. Kassie was my delightful server today. She made the time to answer my questions patiently even though she was very busy. She made an outstanding Martini as well as being friendly & attentive, asking me before I ordered if I any food sensitivity. Brilliant, because I do, although today I chose to ignore them today. Other restaurants could learn from this level of service. I'm telling on myself here, I was seated in the patio to wait for a girls lunch and realized I was a week early, HaHa! Talk about a brain fart. I was seated at a table but chose to move to the outdoor bar seating to free up the table for a larger group. John who was my initial server at the table insisted that I didn't need to move, but I didn't want others to have wait to be seated while I ate alone at a 4 top. I had a dry Tito's Martini which tasted heavenly. I ordered the Truffle Sacchetti, Mmmmm scrumptious! It is a "Purse Pasta filled with ricotta and black truffle and served with a browned butter sage sauce. My first bite transported me to an Italian Cafe in my imagination. So rich and flavorful, but not overpowering in the Truffle flavor, the balance was perfect. It was a beautiful day to sit out in their lovely patio area. There are reasons this restaurant is so successful. I highly recommend Luigi's, a Bakersfield tradition. read more

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Hot and delicious Italian Food! A local favorite that's always packed. Lunch service is always busy but very worth it. Very fast and funny service. All the prices on the menu are very reasonable. read more

Luigi's - Pinot Grigio - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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I have lived in Bakersfield for 20 years and I have never been to Luigi's. It is not for lack of trying. My work schedule and weekend schedule do not dovetail into the restaurant's hours of operation. Today, I took the day off to celebrate my son's birthday and decided to make that pilgrimage to Luigi's. I am SO glad I did. The place absolutely lives up to its hype--excellent food, service, and culture. My best friend is a Sicilian from Queens and I thought I was back at her house. We arrived at 11:35 am and the place was packed to the hills. The front staff was very accommodating and professional. We went to the quaint deli/market next door and purchased a few items. Employees were very endearing there as well. The wait wasn't too bad and once we were seated, it was smooth sailing. We did not feel rushed at all. read more

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Every year during the holiday season I look forward to the peppermint pie! you can order it whole or if you're dining in you can order by the slice! you can even get some from the gift shop which my household did and we ordered ahead so that we could bring this to our Christmas celebrations and every year, the family loves this pie! Keep frozen if you're storing it beforehand because it does have ice cream. honestly every bite is filled with ice cream and peppermint greatness and is delicious! i think about this pie every year and i forego all other desserts present if a Luigi's peppermint pie is present! read more

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Luigi's is probably the top restaurant in Bakersfield. I can't think of anything that comes close. I've had multiple things across the menu and nothing has disappointed thus far. The wait tends to be quite long and to any new patron that should be a good sign. Kill time and sit by their bar inside and outside! The drink costs aren't crazy and they work very quickly. The staff is very helpful and they're very open to customizing your experience. They'll even tell you the best way to do it. You'll see the many ways I've customized my meals both below and in my photos! Nicco's Steak and Pasta - I get this glorious slab of steak probably a third of the times I visit. Most of the time they are done to my particular liking with one instance where I considered it overdone. For a few bucks extra they can add some gorgonzola cheese melted on top of the steak for more savor. As with all the dishes you can even swap out the pasta! Truffle Sacchetti - Heavy flavor bombs. If you're getting this you'd need to some bread to scoop up oil and clean up your plate cause it's just that good. On the expensive side as far as pastas go, plus it doesn't have any protein. I recommend getting this as a side to your meals instead of getting it by itself. Ribs - A special on the weekends. I think this is the greatest bang for your buck. They offer a half rack and a full rack for $10 more. I gotta tell ya, you'd have to be crazy hungry to finish a full rack. If you find that the ribs are lacking in flavor, I highly suggest asking for some barbecue sauce and they will happily give it to you for no extra charge. The sauce is sweet and tangy just like typical barbecue sauces. Lasagna - Another special. Something about this is just so good. Great amount of ricotta, humongous serving, enough to share or even take home. The sandwiches in general are all pretty good, I've tried a few of them but I think the selections above are what makes this place special. Every single one of my meals here are memorable and you can tell other locals feel the same way judging by how busy this place is every day! Want anything they serve at the comfort of your home? Stop by their deli! Has most of the menu right there along with an awesome wine cellar! read more

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It's Not Easy to Improve Perfection, but They Did! Always packed! Try the New York Steak and Pasta with Meat Sauce, and you, most likely, will agree! read more

I got to say with a reservation we were able to sit down at a great time. We had a great menu, funny and attentive. It gets so packed I can see why they take a while in the kitchen to provide us with fresh food. Because man oh man the food is amazing!!! For my first time I did not hold back. Our group really enjoyed the pasta and meals. The Truffle pasta was my favorite, many of our friends ordered large portions but I wish there was even more in a large. It is divine!!! The New York steak was so tender and juicy and flavorful. The ribs had such a good taste and also so tender. We couldn't forget dessert. We tried the coffee ice cream cake, butterfinger ice cream cake, and olive oil cake. They were very good but my favorite was the olive oil cake. So light and sweet!! Our table ordered a couple drinks including the red sangria, mimosa, and expreso martini. They were very yummy! Overall, I understand now why it's a stable in town! Really wishing I can come again soon already! I can't stop thinking of the steak and truffle pasta! read more

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Luigi's is a great place to meet up with friends and have a meal together. I love the outside patio the most. The photos I added are at Luigi's warehouse event center and the event we went to was the Fencing gala put on my Luigi's and Kern Athletic Fencing Foundation. It was so much fun and the food that Luigi's brought out was fabulous. I couldn't get enough of it. I can't wait to come back for lunch and try some other options they have. read more

Luigi's - Stage set up - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Luigis is Bakersfield famous! It's such a staple that our family braved standing in line on their busiest day of the year (the Saturday before Christmas) for lunch here. Reservations/Walk-Ins: They do take reservations but they can be difficult to get and must be booked far in advance. Since we had missed the reservation window, we came early to stand in line to get our name on the walk-in list. We were advised that anyone in the line at opening would get to eat there, but the wait time would vary. We arrived around 10:15am and the line was already around the block. A little before 11am, they started to seat guests and take names for the waitlist. We were quoted 2-2.5 hours. We decided to grab a drink at the Padre nearby rather than go home, which ended up being key. Stay close by in the area. We were called around 1.25 hours after we checked in. They give you 5 minutes to arrive. Atmosphere: Luigis is a lively spot! There were so many folks celebrating the holidays. We saw a table full of santas and a large group that took over almost the entire main dining room the long way! This is the spot to gather with friends, do some day drink and dig into good food. If you're looking for a quiet meal, this isn't the place for you. Food: The food is simple but delicious! I got the sandwich and pasta combo, which I think is absolutely the way to go. The sandwich was a nice cold cut italian and I enjoyed the pasta with red sauce. My father in law got a juicy steak sandwich. Everyone who took a bite of it immediately wished they had gotten it because of how soft and tender the meat was. We had to finish off the meal with a butterfinger pie! Store: If one meal isn't enough to get your fix, there is a grocery store next door where they sell their pastas and jarred sauces to take home! Luigis is a must try experience in Bakersfield. As long as you come in with a patient mindset, you'll have a great time! read more

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Luigis is a staple in Old Town Kerns, Bakersfield. My broworker's Nona approves so I know Luigis is as authentic as it gets without flying to Italy. Reservations highly recommended, they were pretty busy when we came by for lunch on a Wednesday. The weather was lovely so we decided to sit outside to enjoy the sunshine. Cassie took great care of us the whole time we were there. The menu was glorious with so many delicious options to pick from. My bro boss ordered their Truffle App ($17.50/small) for the four of us to share. It comes with a sliced loaf of sourdough for you to dip into the delicious sauce. This truffle app is like glorious pasta truffle purses. SO DELICIOUS. As for our entrees, I focused on the lunch specials to help myself narrow things down. I decided on their half order of Lasagna ($13.75) and my broworkers all got their Cole's Steak Sandwich ($24.95/each) which comes with thinly sliced ny steak with grilled onions and pepperjack cheese in a toasted soft roll. Okay okay maybe I should have confirmed and gotten that too, but my lasagna was really delicious. The half portion was still a mighty size and I easily got food coma after my meal. It was a good thing they had a cute gift shop with Italian imports as well as local Bakersfield goods for purchase. We picked out some thoughtful gifts to make gift baskets for our clients. I really love the family-vibes I get from the business both on the restaurant side and the giftshop side. I know this will be my first of many many visits to Luigis. I am definitely a fan and looking forward to coming back to try more of their menu. read more

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Just a quick review update! Luigi's continues to give great service and delicious meals! On my most recent trip I decided to try the hot pastrami sandwich. It was delicious! My friend had a stuffed shell Florentine and a watermelon salad. Everything was delicious as always! read more

Luigi's - Watermelon salad and stuffed florentine shell with meat sauce. - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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We went for lunch. The food was really good and fresh. Service was the best. Our drinks were refilled before we even got halfway through and our waitress checked on us regularly. The inside is so fun with pictures all over the walls. A very fun place to eat with delicious food. I just had a small, salad and my grandson had a burger. Next time, we will have to try the pasta! read more

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So good! If you are traveling through Bakersfield treat yourself for a stop at Luigi's. Either dine in or takeout. Old school Bakersfield classic. You'll be surprised at how many people go there. Might have to wait in line. Get yourself some Luigi's seasoning, you'll be happy you did! read more

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Paloma M. was such a great hostess. Felt like a family friend serving us. She was very informative and accommodating asking about allergies. The food is so flavorful and juicy. Each plate takes you in a wonderful tasteful trip and the options to choose from rather it's Italian, steaks, salads, or sea food. You will not be disappointed. Atmosphere Is friendly and welcoming. Thank you Paloma M for being a wonderful employee. read more

Luigi's - Heaven is on the table. - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

I went to a beautiful memorial for a close friend at the Luigi's warehouse. They're must of been 200 in attendance. Luigi's was the perfect venue, a elaborate appetizer table was set up with all your favorite Italian delights. Friendly Luigi's servers were busy with trays of a variety of delicious hors d' oeuvre's. Comfortable table seating and standup tables it was perfect. Luigi's meets all your needs. The classic bar was busy, staffed by friendly mixologist's no waiting for your favorite libations. Luigi's has it down very comfortable, excellent food, wonderful staff, super place for your occasion. read more

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Always delicious and the server was fabulous! Taking my son to Luigi's for the first time was awesome. read more

Luigi's - Bakersfield rules! - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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Amazing experience! Food was delicious. I had salmon which was 5 star! Lindsey was a great server. Wonderful food, service and ambience.

For being born and raised in Bakersfield, I'm pissed that I have never been here previously in my 31 years of living. After eyeballing this place for awhile, I finally made it to their lunch. This place is insanely so good! I can defenitly see why they have been around for so long as a Bakersfield staple on Italian food. Located in the Old Town Kern area, you will find them tucked away on E 19th st right on the corner. I have heard from my employees how amazing this joint is so I had come give them a try. Stopped by with my wife for lunch and we shared a large pasta bolganese and the Luigi's sandwich. The bolognese was insanely good and perhaps one of the best I have ever had. My wife isn't reallly into meat sauces but SHE LOVED THIS ONE. The Luigi's sandwich is also very good and the ingredients are of quality and so fresh! Honestly our lunch was a 10/10. To top it off, our server was incredibly kind and very good at his job! He kept making reccomendations and checking on us and we really appreciated that. Overall we can't wait to come back. Make sure to check them out if you haven't already, you won't regret coming by that's for sure. read more

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Always fun eating here with my friends. Especially since I don't live in Bakersfield any longer. It's now a special treat when I visit. This was my first time trying the tip-tip sandwich. Meat was tender. Also had the purse pasta. Delicious! Even though they are usually busy the staff is always attentive and food comes out in a decent time. Love eating on the patio. So pretty! read more

Luigi's - Tri tip sandwich - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

What a disappointment!! I wanted to love this place when I heard it was a family run authentic restaurant. I was so excited to try it. Unfortunately it couldn't be farther from authentic. The bolognese was like meat water , the white pasta was plain noodles with zero flavor and the beef dip tasted like something you'd get from a cheesy diner. Maybe a good place to go for some appetizers and drinks as the ambiance is cute but don't go here expecting good Italian food. I can't believe it has as many good reviews as it does. People in Bakersfield must not know good Italian food. read more

Amazing service an amazing food definitely the place to go You can only get the Italian dipped on Thursdays but good food every day of the week read more

Luigi's - The Italian dip sandwich is only served on Thursdays it is delicious. - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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That pastrami sandwich was one of the best things I ever ate, hands down. Well worth the wait.

We were on our way back to LA from Fresno, and for some reason, our conversation turned to sandwiches. Different kinds of sandwiches we like, why we like them, especially the ones where the lettuce is shredded, and honestly, does Subway even do their 6 ft party sandwiches anymore? Probably not since COVID. ANYWHO. At this point in the conversation, I was really craving a good deli sandwich. We were close to Bakersfield, so my partner found this place, then proceeded to read all of the reviews, which were raving. Done deal. We arrived on a Friday afternoon in the middle of the heat wave that has been sweeping through central CA, and the temperature was somewhere in the neighborhood of, oh, 112 degrees or so. There is a small parking lot next to their "warehouse" (which looks like a space for special events and such - when I poked my head in confusedly, it seemed they were setting up for a banquet or a wedding). You can park there. Others have said that the parking situation could be dicey, but it was fine when we went. So, there is the restaurant, and there is the market that is attached. The restaurant closes at 2:30pm, the market closes at 4pm (this is a confusing discrepancy between the hours on Yelp and the hours on Google). The market is small and cute, and has a whole counter of meats that you can order by the pound. We headed into the restaurant, and despite the fact that it was already past 2pm (within a half hour of their closing time), they said nothing about that and seated us right away. The interior is very old school Italian American, with the red and white checkered tablecloths and all sorts of news articles, photos, pictures, etc over the walls. Completely family owned - their menu features the story of the restaurant, which was a cute and fun read. We ordered a Luigi's sandwich (for me), and a little gem salad (for my partner). Both were SO good. The salad dressing was light and refreshing, and the sandwich completely hit the spot. Just a very solid deli sandwich, and exactly what I was looking for. Our server, Melody, was sweet and friendly, and even though they were about to close, we didn't feel rushed at all. Wonderful little stop on our road trip. read more

Luigi's - Little gem salad (with the crispy prosciutto on the side), and the Luigi's sandwich. - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

People rave about this place and it has been hit or miss for me at lunch. I am not a fan of there spaghetti but the sandwiches are on point. The place will be busy. Parking is available in a small parking lot. What I do adore are there banquets. This place can do it right. Went to a fundraiser and the food kept coming out everything better than the last. The market is an awesome find. You can buy pasta to make at home. read more

Food was fantastic! Service was excellent, they go it us in way under the time quoted, which is awesome considering it was Mothers Day weekend! read more

Came here for lunch so kept the order light and simple. On this day, I can't comment much on the food except as always. the service was stellar. Of course, everyone who's from Bakersfield knows that besides the food, you come here for the ambiance. Without prior reservation, I was able to get a big table in the patio for our party. read more

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What's not to love about this place?! The food, the atmosphere, the customer service, drinks and deli/gift shop...truly a one stop shop!! My family, friends, and I come here to celebrate special occasions or when we are just looking to have a great afternoon! My absolute favorite is the Truffle Sachetti (Truffle purse pasta)! It can be eaten as an appetizer or entree'! They switch I it the specials daily/weekly, and their Italiano plates very from daily/weekly as well. I couldn't recommend this place more! Love it here! read more

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Amazing food! The patio is adorable and the service was great! You can't beat a place with this kind of history. read more

Luigi's - Red and white pasta - Italian Near Me - Bakersfield, California

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When the world seems to shine like you've had too much wine- that's Luigi's! I am in love with this place. I've been here a few times before to eat and everything was so good. This time I came to the deli. It's a small store with much of the deliciousness I remember from my trip to Italy. They had meats, cheeses, desserts, trinkets and more. I came for the gluten free to-go lasagna. I found that and so much more gluten free goodness. I got a few different types of pasta, Italian cookies, and biscotti. I also got a small meat and cheese plate to go. The staff was as nice as can be and a very sweet and kind young lady named Cookie helped me find everything. The only drawback is the parking. I circled the parking lot and surrounding neighborhood at lest half a dozen times looking for parking and almost gave up and left. I actually ended up calling and the lady said I could use curbside parking to go into the store. So glad I went in because this is now one of my favorite places in Bakersfield. read more

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Food is just amazingly simple and fabulously good - just the way Italian food should be!! Service is always great! Do not miss the opportunity to hit Luigi's! read more

We got in line by 1030 to wait for the 11 am opening. We were seated promptly. Bread and beverages came out quickly. We felt rushed to order. And I had to request more hot water for my tea three different times before somebody brought it. Food was brought quickly and our waitress hovered over us waiting for us to finish to take the plate from us, asking if we wanted dessert, and bringing us the check. We were with our neighbors celebrating my husband's birthday and although the food was good, we felt herded in and out like cattle. We didn't stay an exorbitant amount of time. We would have preferred to stay longer but their goal is evident to move the process along and don't offer things (like more hot water for tea) that aren't going to bring in more money. It was crowded and loud which is the normal ambiance there. All in all it was a disappointing dining experience. 2.5 stars read more

Luigi's, Luigi's I love! We love, we go all the time. If I don't go once a month I'll perish. Everything is good. Ev er ry thing . I go with friends and we drink and laugh and eat and have the most wonderful time. The staff is AMAZING!!! They are the most friendly and awesome people because you can tell they love their jobs! The building is old but comfy, the outside is adorable with plenty of misting fans and umbrellas. I love Luigi's, we love Luigi's. read more

I know so many people love Luigi's, but I'm not one of them. I've tried the pasta. I've tried the burgers. I've tried the sandwiches and there's just really nothing there that is good or stands out to me. The taste of the spaghetti sauce reminds me of Chef Boyardee. I don't expect this to be a popular review, but it's the truth on how I feel about it. I do like the ambience of the decor. I like all the old sport team pictures and the service is usually right on, but none of that means anything to me if the foods not to my liking. read more

Luigi's is one of our favorite lunch spots in town and one of the places we recommend the most to people visiting! The restaurant makes you feel at home and comfortable whether you are sitting inside or on the patio. It is a great place for the family, a date, or even a business lunch! Service is always great at Luigi's as well. Our favorite item on the menu by far is the truffle sacchetti it is absolutely delicious. We also love to order the filet or if we come on a Tuesday we like the prime rib special as well. Don't forget the butterfinger pie to end your meal as well! We love Luigi's and will continue to return. read more