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A real bargain! A little crowded, service sometimes too fast, but the Italian food they served is perfect. It is really cheap compared to what Italian restaurants charge in NY...
The crowded setting seems like an advantage in this friendly place with delicious food. The proprietor is chatty and friendly. Just be sure to limit your role to straight man.
The mixed nature of the reviews is puzzling - we live in the neighborhood and eat there often. The food is always good, sometimes excellent. I like choosing the nightly specials which are always fresh and delicious. The prices are amazingly low - 3 of us just had pasta special/salmon/spaghetti w/clams, 2 deserts and 1 wine for $70 ( tip). Yes, it can be crowded and the waiters are kept busy (but usually are attentive).
Definitely WAY overrated. The food was okay and service was okay. No one was rude and the food is nothing I would go back for. Certainly not authentic. Not sure where all these raving reviews are from.
Incredible food. This is how a restaurant should be. It was cheap, authentic, and cozy. Expect a wait and no elbow room once you enter, but that is the payoff for fantastic food. Italian host who you could tell is in love with what he does. Steamed clams were to die for. Absolutely heavenly. If you want a nice sit down expecting to stay for period of time, this is not your place.
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