Update and Feedback: Stopped in today, August 23rd and had a great lunch! The only thing I would have changed was the cheesecake, and I think we were overcharged. The price was $10+ and it was supposed to be made locally...but it was really not something I would buy again. The slice was half of what a serving should be for that price. It also appeared to be missing the honey peach sauce. I did call to inquire, and they immediately offered a replacement next time we are in (great customer service right there). We visited this place for the first time on March 22nd and went for an early dinner just before 5pm. The place was hopping and full by 5:30! We got there just in time! Get to this place early for sure. We ordered the chicken Parmesan meal and a cheese ravioli dish with the pesto garlic Alfredo sauce, which both came with salads and garlic bread.
The Ceasars salad was a little salty, but my gosh - the ranch salad I had (with spring lettuce, red onion, and a blue cheese) was one of the best salads I've had in a while. It was large as well, but the best part was the house-made ranch dressing, which was fantastic. Main entrée-wise....although the chicken breast was tough (needed tenderizing), all the pasta was great. And oh my goodness...this was the best cheese ravioli and sauce I've had in 20+years. It was simply amazing. We will definitely be back, and this could be my new favorite Italian restaurant! It was that good.
My only suggestion would be for them to serve the bread with the salad, instead of with the main plate.
Service was very helpful and friendly when we got their attention - it just took some effort on our part. They were busy as the place got busier and no one ever checked on us after being served our entrée. But overall, service was fast. We missed out on their specials - they were never mentioned when we got our menus and the board was positioned towards back, so we never saw it.
This place was hopping by the time we finished and you could tell it was popular (now we know why). But it was loud, noisy....hard to hear others at your table. They did have a patio area, but we didn't check it out.
Overall, this will be our new go-to for...
Read moreUpdate: : mushroom parm ravioli with garlic alfredo is still the best dish. Traditional w/meat is close 2nd. Fresh garlic bread is delicious. Have had both the ceasar and house salads. After 4 visits now the house salad is better usually. This last time the dressing was off, either to much oil, or someone didn't shake/mix enough before adding. 1st time: The table had traditional ravioli with meat sauce, mushroom parm ravioli with garlic alfredo, mushroom ravioli with creamy pesto, chicken parmesan sandwich, and spaghetti with marinara sauce. Generally, everyone enjoyed thier food and would come back. The traditional w/meat, mushroom parmesan w/alfredo, and garlic bread were very good. Slight edge to garlic alfredo. If meat (bolognese) sauce had a little bit more garlic it would take the lead. The ravioli are smaller, about 1/2 - 2/3 the size you see from your big box store. However, portion sizes are good, and most took half home. Even a side ravioli size with garlic bread would satisfy a lighter eater. The meat ravioli were slightly undercooked. But the mushroom parmesan were cooked perfectly to a slight al dente. Meatballs ok, little overcooked, little dense, but good flavor. For $2 it was slightly larger than Costco mb. Side salads ok. Mostly spring mix with some large leaves that require a knife, some feta, and lightly dressed. Might have ceasar next time. Inside seating is sparce and very noisy. If sitting in the middle of restaurant you can barely hear the person next to you. The also need an upgrade to a better (POS) system that allows a single bill to be divided into multiple smaller bills, enabling customers to pay separately for their individual orders, rather than paying for the entire table. Also, they don't do separate checks. Was thinking about bringing a big group here, but this would be a...
Read moreUpon encountering an advertisement for this establishment on Facebook, I was immediately captivated by the delectable images of the ravioli and made a mental note to try it. After approximately a month of anticipation, we embarked on a journey from Tracy to Manteca last night. Located within an industrial park, this establishment may initially appear unassuming. However, upon entering, we were promptly seated and accommodated. Our menu consisted of the Chicken Parmesan Sandwich paired with Creamy Pesto Raviolis, the Chicken Pesto Sandwich complemented by Garlic Alfredo Raviolis, and a standard order of Cheese Garlic Alfredo Ravioli accompanied by a salad and garlic bread. To complement our meal, we opted for a bottle of exceptional Paso Robles Cabernet, which the proprietor assured us had been meticulously selected for this evening’s dinner. The culinary experience was nothing short of remarkable, with not a single crumb remaining on any of our plates. The portions were perfectly balanced, ensuring a satisfying and enjoyable meal. The service was both prompt and amiable. During our payment, we engaged in conversation with the owner, who shared a fascinating anecdote about the establishment’s past. She revealed that it had originally operated as a food truck, catering events at the dance studio adjacent to the current location. Five months later, we are delighted to witness its transformation into a thriving restaurant. We wholeheartedly recommend this establishment to the residents of Tracy. For several years, there has been a long-awaited Italian restaurant in downtown Tracy, but it has remained stagnant. We eagerly anticipate the arrival of this culinary gem and would be honored to become regular patrons. We anticipate returning for...
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