A bit torn about writing this review since it's for a new, small business and they seem like super pleasant people. However, I do want to provide an honest review about my impressions.
At first glance of the menu, I thought the prices were a bit high for a casual, primarily takeout restaurant. HOWEVER, looking at the menu now, especially the burgers/sandwiches (just under $20) comes with fries/drink while other places may not. I think it would be more attractive to lower the prices as not everyone wants a combo.
I don't know how big it is, but seeing a $19 Veal Sandwich breaks my heart. This is something that I'd grab at the local bakery, all the time as a kid, and I've never seen it at that price anywhere on a menu.
The prices of the pastas seemed high too, but when I got home, it is literally good for 3-4ppl...literally!!! Pastas are also hover at just under $20. If the menu indicated the size, I think I'd feel less hesitant about trying it out!
When I ordered the Bolognese and the lady who picked up the phone, very pleasant, said that they were busy and it would take about 40mins. Since I wasn't in a rush, I wasn't bothered. However, if you're in a rush, I'd advise you to order well ahead of when your stomach starts grumbling as you may have to wait.
I was surprised that the Bolognese came with penne. Usually it comes with long pasta like spaghetti/tagliatelle, no? Not only did it come with short pasta, but it was overcooked. (Overcooked pasta is my personal pet peeve when I order pasta at an Italian restaurant.) Although the sauce was homemade both the sauce/pasta wasn't seasoned well enough. It needed more salt. I'd say that this dish was more like home cooking as opposed to dining out.
Since diners are a bit more price-sensitive now with all the increases that are going on elsewhere, I personally would prefer half the portion esp pasta with price adjusted accordingly &/or take out the garlic bread even to get the prices to a more palatable level.
The owners were kind enough to include a few pieces of cheesecake (??) with my order as a sign of appreciation. It was very sweet of them, so hence my apprehension of writing a less than stellar review.
I'd definitely check them out again and encourage others to do so as they are the new kid on the block! Maybe my experience with the food was just a one-off. read more