Joe Dianos Tomato Pies & Catering — Restaurant in Point Pleasant

As a person with Celiac, I ordered penne Ala vodka with gluten free pasta. After I paid for my meal they decided to inform me there was flour in the vodka sauce. I asked for a refund on the meal since I cannot eat that. They offered to make another meal, but after telling me all their sauce has flour in it, that was unreasonable nor did I wish to wait while my family's other food got cold. I asked for a refund on the pasta, they offered a gift card instead. Since I am in the area only on vacation, this didn't help either. I asked again for a refund and was told they couldn't refund a credit card, I'd have to get on the phone with the credit card company. How does one own a business and not know how to do such a transaction? Anyone with gluten issues beware because this establishment is ignorant of these issues and beyond unprofessional as they made it seem that I was...

My husband and I tried the NY style pizza and we rate it an 8-9. The sauce is a rich plum tomato sauce and the cheese is fresh mozzarella. The service can leave a little to be desired. I felt rushed ordering and when we said we'll dine in, it was almost like we were inconveniencing the staff by sitting in the dining room and then asking for paper plates to eat our pizza. Also there needs to be public restroom. I will say that there is a night and day difference between Joe Spano's Tomato Pies and Spano's Ristorante Italiano. Still...

I enjoy this restaurant at least once a week with my family. I’ve been coming here since I moved to the area 4 years ago. The tomato pie is delicious and totally satisfying! We also love all the pasta dishes and salads. It is BYOB which is nice and the prices are good. Service is always top notch. I feel so lucky to live close by to this great little restaurant. If you eat here, you’ll see all the love that is put into your meal and experience. Please tell the owner, Joe or the Manager Linda, that Chris and Michele sent...