We had an incredible experience at Blackie's. The food was absolutely phenomenal from start to…read morefinish. We started with the Chicken Marsala Stuffed Mushrooms, which were packed with rich, savory flavor. I ordered the 'Shroomy Grilled Cheese, and it was next-level comfort food; gooey, earthy, and perfectly balanced. My husband and aunt both had the New School Smash Burger, and they couldn't stop raving about it. Every dish was bursting with flavor and truly "to die for." Our server, David, made the night even better. He was attentive, upbeat, and genuinely kind; an overall great spirit with a fantastic attitude who elevated the entire dining experience. David even brought us some of their popcorn, which was so delicious and such a fun extra touch. We loved the food, we loved the service, and we will definitely be back; highly recommend.

OVER PRICED, $65- Sticky Tamarind Steak. It was EXCELLENT, however there was enough meat for a 10…read moreyear old. There was twice as much Sweet Potato than there was meat. My sever Lilly was very friendly until I responded HONESTLY to her question, "How was everything?" I did respond politely.... I did expect a Manager to come to the table but that did not happen. I guess it was My Fault for ordering a $65 skirt steak without knowing the size (no more than 6 ounces). I did ask my waitress if it was a big piece of meat; Her response was, "It is for me" or something like that. I would say a fair PRICE for this DISH would me $40. It was tasty but not certainly not worth $65; Unless it had double the meat. We sat outdoors, which was very nice and will certainly be back to do it again! I would like to see a reply from management, but we will see if I get one.

Returned for the first time in quite a while today. The last visit was not a good one,I thought I…read morewould give them another shot. That was a mistake. The guy behind the counter had a very pissy attitude,like I was bothering him by buying some goodies. Additionally, the eggplant calzone was about 25 percent smaller than last visit and $1.00 more than last time. It was also very dry.. very little sauce, edible but not too great. The attitude/poor customer service was the worst of it..I won't be back.

Coworker comes here a lot and asked me if I wanted something to eat. I'm always curious abt pizza…read morestrips from various spots so decided to try theirs along with a spinach, cheese, pepperoni calzone. It's decent. The red sauce on the strip is good like I would eat it again but wouldn't go outta my way to come get it when I have a strip pizza CRAVING lol. There's another place in the hood of PVD that has pizza strips to DIE FOR lol so ya I'll risk it there lol. It's a lil bit on the salty side but overall decent. The spinach calzone could be more fulfilling with some olives and onions and perhaps more olive oil mixed in or to dip bc it was getting a bit dry and bland as you're eating it. On that note more than 1-2 slices of pepperoni coulda solved that issue! Otherwise it's decent if you're just looking for some "healthy" alternatives.

RI Food Fight- Lord of the Pies 2024 Review:…read more What a great concept. The paring of pizza and ice cream? Mind blow. The execution? Not so much. Slice: Burnt crust (I don't like that) and was there sauce on the pizza? Dry Scoop: I had the chocolate peanut butter. It was good but I would suggest getting some interesting flavors! It was nifty how they opted to have two stores in one. That's right folks, you don't have to wait in the pizza line if you just want ice cream (and vice versa!) If you have a teen daughter, they will like the handsome young men working here (when we walked in there were some groupies on a Saturday night.) It was a clean establishment, upbeat, young, fresh vibe but I just want better pizza.

There's something telling about places like Slice and Scoop. Modern, clean lines, industrial…read morelighting, sports on flat-screens - they've nailed the look that makes marketing teams happy and Instagram influencers reach for their phones. Hell, even I want to take pictures of the place. The pizza shows promise at first glance. Those pepperoni cups curl up just right, crispy and inviting. But that's where the romance ends. The crust is just... there. The sauce might as well be a rumor. And the cheese? It does its job with all the enthusiasm of a Monday morning DMV worker. Look, it's not bad pizza. When you're hungry, it'll do the job. But it's the kind of slice that makes you understand why New Yorkers get so defensive about their pies. It's food designed by focus groups, served in a room that looks like it was decorated by an algorithm. The ice cream side of the operation might be their saving grace - those scoops look like they could offer some real comfort on a hot day. Maybe we'll give that a shot when summer rolls around. For now, it's exactly what it looks like: a perfectly fine, totally forgettable slice shop that's as middle-of-the-road as a highway divider. Think Papa Gino's on a "C+" day.

Giuseppe's is a top notch restaurant and I've always had a great experience here. From the moment…read moreyou walk in, you are treated kindly by the very polite and professional staff. The atmosphere is very relaxing, with a comfortable yet slightly upscale atmosphere. The food and drinks are both amazing. Drinks are well prepared and the menu rotates with the seasons. The sangrias and specialty martinis are all so delicious and are expertly crafted. The pizzas are outstanding - toppings are all high quality and their weekly pizza specials are always unique and delicious. The salads, chicken entrees, and pasta are all excellent as well. I've never had a bad meal here.

Someone noticed our table wobbling. "I'll fix that for you right away." He wasn't our server. He…read morewasn't helping with our food at all. Just went and got a tool, came back, made it steady. Giuseppe's Pizzeria and Bistro is upscale in the best way. Dark wood, brick floors, pendant lights over a small bar. The lights are dim but the room is inviting and intimate. When we arrived, it wasn't empty, wasn't slammed. Nothing felt rushed. Everything moved at the right pace, giving us time to talk, time to savor, time to just enjoy being there. Even after we paid, no one hurried us out. The room was filling up around us, but we never felt it. Fresh plates for every course. Water refilled when it emptied (not before we noticed, exactly when). Every time we said thank you, our server said "of course" like she truly meant it. The focaccia came out warm. Tear it open and you see irregular holes. That takes hours, not shortcuts. They bring whipped garlic butter because it spreads easier, but the bread's good enough alone. Four meatballs arrived, tender enough they fell apart as I tried to work them through the sauce. Took surgeon hands. Pool the red sauce on your plate or spoon some over the top of each bite. Without it, they're bland. With it, they're quite good. The pepperoni pizza came out right. Char on the crust, pepperoni curling into little grease cups, cheese stretching six inches on those first bites. The sauce is light. The crust ends taste a little like char and semolina. I'm a sauce guy. Always have been. This pizza wasn't what I look for, but the people around us all looked happy to be there and with their food. Giuseppe's making the pizza his customers want. Fruit crumble for dessert. Fresh blueberries and peaches, vanilla ice cream. I enjoyed the peach side more than the blueberries, which was unexpected. The peaches were a little less sweet. The blueberries? Really sweet. Fresh and enjoyable. Giuseppe's fills up for a reason. The service is the best I've experienced in months. People were taking their time, talking, enjoying everything that was in front of them. They seemed like they knew they were somewhere special. They got it right.

We have driven by this place many times and never stopped. Tonight the place we usually order…read morefrom was closed so we tried Tony's because it was on the way home. It was great. Perfect dough and toppings. I could not believe how busy it was and how many people were working there. The pizza was very reasonably priced. We have paid a lot more and enjoyed it a lot less. We will be back!

I have been coming here for decades and it was always good. But they are getting cheap on the…read moremeats and portions. The lazonya is half the size it used to be. The chicken parm. Is only one piece, it used to be two. We are now looking for new options.

The pizza here is ok, mediocre. Definitely my number one go to but if you're local it's a good…read moreoption to get something quick.

Disclaimer: I love Papa Gino's pizza. Not ironically. Not as some guilty pleasure I feel compelled…read moreto defend. I genuinely love it. The hand feel, the specific chew, the way the crust gives under your fingers. I could identify it just by touch, blindfolded in a lineup of a hundred pies. It's wired into me from countless visits over the last 30+ years, born in the taste of being young and hungry and not overthinking anything about quality, just taste and filling you up. So when I tell you that Pizzeria Romana, located right by the Lincoln Mall, is just like Papa Gino's dressed up for the prom, understand that I mean it as the highest compliment. This was a new stop this year on the Lord of the Pies circuit. We walked in with zero expectations. The space is warm without trying too hard. Black and white checkered tablecloths. Italian countryside murals on the walls. The staff greets you like they're happy you showed up, which is rarer than it should be. The cheese pizza is where this place reveals itself. Same Papa Gino's geometry: thin, sturdy, dependable. But elevated with ingredients that actually taste fantastic. The cheese blend brings provolone into the conversation, adding sharp, tangy notes that cut through the richness. Everything works. The crust has that holds its crispness on top, great chew in the middle, and just enough cornmeal texture underneath to remind you this thing came from a real oven. The pepperoni, though. It overwhelms. Too much salt, too much grease, too much of everything. It doesn't play well with others. It storms onto the plate and dominates, drowning out all those subtle cheese notes that made the plain slice sing. Stick with the cheese. Let the fundamentals do their work. What Pizzeria Romana understands, what Papa Gino's always understood, ipizza doesn't need to reinvent itself to be good. It needs good ingredients, technique, and the restraint not to screw it up with unnecessary flourishes. This is a nice neighborhood spot where you can bring a date or grab a pie with friends without pretension. The best thing a pizza can do is remind you why you fell in love with it in the first place. Pizzeria Romana does exactly that. Just hold the pepperoni.

5 stars isn't enough. My brother and I ordered two plates of nachos... then left with two boxes of…read morenachos. Safe to say the nachos won. We both got the birria bowls, and they were absolutely amazing. Huge portions, great flavor, and amazing atmosphere, great music, not too loud. Awesome service for someone in TRAINING!?, awesome food--definitely coming back.

When Taylor S and I arrived at Laura's tonight we were starving! Our server Delaney got our orders…read morein (and out) super fast for us and we were beyond appreciative! She was a wonderful server---friendly, helpful, personable and concerned about the allergy we mentioned. She was truly wonderful. Food was really good. It was fresh and fixed our starving problem. We also each left with half of our meal for tomorrow as portions were generous and pricing was good! The place was packed with functions and celebrations which was odd for a Monday, but good for business! We can't wait to come back for cool drinks next time!

Size of orders. Large and small onion rings $10.00…read more Got 10 rings at a dollar a piece.disapointed. Other places small $6.00. @ 10 pieces Large $10.00 @ 20 pieces.

Pleasantly surprised. The pizza came out looking undercooked, and like a frozen pizza. But, it was…read moreactually quite crispy and good. Super friendly worker, and decent prices. Not quite a homerun, but definitely worth a look if you're in the area.