You know the minute you see this building from the outside, the interior is just as charming and tastefully decorated. It was my husband's birthday yesterday and after very little convincing on my part we headed for our first time 6:30 PM reservation. We were greeted in a friendly welcoming manner and we were seated promptly by one of the owners. The atmosphere was joyous, everyone talking, laughing having a good time without being loud. Our waiter was very courteous, and informative regarding the cuisine and the bar area. Not missing a beat, in telling us they have a full bar now !!! My Martini was too die for - the olives that accompanied the drink were stuffed with blue cheese !!! How cool is that ! Our waiter also assisted us in choosing our bottle of red wine. Can't go wrong with the house red wine from Naples, especially after having a test taste. Our dinner was superbly cooked. Mine was the bone-in Chicken Cacciatore that fell off the bone -that's how tender it was and tasty - accompanied with a side order of al dente pasta. My husband's dish was the Baccala' Livornese and I did a taste test of that . I've been told I make a mean Cacciatore and a mean Baccala' - I'll have to relinquish my temporary crown- because this place ROCKS!! The chef knows what he or she is doing, the service was efficient and courteous without being intrusive nor pesky, in other words we weren't rushed in any way. Yes, we would come back in a heartbeat after all we live in Palm Harbor !! Our next visit will certainly be with our friends. Now, you ask what price does one put on all of this ? All reasonably priced !!!! \r
Oh !! We have forgotten one thing, the chocolate mousse was sinfully and heavenly delicious. \r
A thank you to Carmine and a thank you to Mark.
Pros: Valet Parking, Great Ambience, Delicious Food, Restroom well tended, Staff neatly attired.
Cons: None !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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