I've been going to this place for over 30 years. I've moved from Chicago to California but whenever I get back, This is one of the places that means Home to me. It's a small neighborhood bar/café, family owned, where most people who walk in are friends or "paesani". If you speak Italian you'll be right at home. If you don't, you're just as welcome and you'll get a little taste of Italy with RAI or soccer on the TV and people sitting around playing cards and speaking in the language. It's not supposed to be "fast" service. Just have a seat, start talking with your friends, and someone will come by soon enough. Enjoy the cappuccino (my favorite). Relax. THAT is what this...
Read moreIs there a secret code or something? Went there on a Friday night at 7pm and the door was locked. With the signs on. A lady came and opened the door. We asked if they were closed and she said, no. Come in. When we got inside, she then asked if she could help us. She seemed to be confused as to why we were there. We asked for menus and she brought them to us. The kitchen was completely dark btw. She then told us that she was cash only. That was our perfect out. We’ve never left a...
Read moreIf you want a good latte this is not the place. Ordered lattes. Expectations weren’t high after walking in but wanted to give it a try. The taste was like packets of sugar on your tongue and it didn’t have that crafted latte taste. I was ready to pay with a card and she then tells me that it’s cash only. My boyfriend had to drive to an atm while I waited there. Overall not a...
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