Their pasta and sauces recall earlier days of eating Chef Boyardee: fat strands of spaghetti cooked a minute beyond al dente smothered in overly sweet marinara or meat sauce. But face it, sometimes on a cold day when you need some comfort food this fits the bills. A plate of spaghetti and sauce (or half spaghetti, half ravioli) with a side of crunchy garlic bread will set you back less than $5.
This place is not for the foodie, but more for the harried worker who needs a quick, cheap bite for lunch, the family with young kids in tow, and retired folk who want value in the pricey Grove area. The food is doled out cafeteria-style, with busboys hustling about clearing tables as quickly as they can for the overflow crowd. The food is basic, no frills Italian... the aforementioned pastas, lasagna, chicken parm, baked salmon, and roast chicken fill out the menu. The best thing in my opinion is the lamb shank entree, only served on Tuesdays.
Pros: Lamb shanks, inexpensive.
Cons: Can be loud with boisterous children
more