“The food here is excellent. Staff is very friendly and kind. Felt a little rushed towards the end of the dinner. Probably because they are only opened for a few hours. Overall, I can't get over how delish this food is. Definitely a new favorite. I recommend the Foccacia Bread Board for an appetizer. The bread paired with honey, pears and mozzarella was divine. The Manicotti was so good and the chocolate cake with a glass of moscato was the perfect way to end the meal. 5 stars!“
“This little restaurant situated in the corner of a strip mall is an absolute revelation. It's an unbelievable addition to the area and a must try. We started by ordering a tray of their chipotle chicken fettuccine. It will ruin you for all other places that offer a version of chicken fettuccine. It's beyond good. The chipotle sauce is creamy and has a nice subtle kick. The chicken is grilled perfectly and yet stays moist. The pasta itself has the perfect bite to it. I can't say enough. It's that good. Next up we tried the Italian chopped salad. The salad had no business being that good. I hate salads and this salad converted me instantly. The greens were crispy and fresh and the dressing was to die for. This is one salad you will not regret ordering. We came back the next day and ordered the lasagna. This lasagna does not belong in a restaurant without Michelin stars. It was layer upon layer of cheesy awesomeness with a delicate marinara sauce in between. I can't wait for the day where you can taste pictures because this lasagna blew our mind. We are fat boys so we had to give the Meat Lovers pizza a try. There are no words. The dough has a perfect texture and the cheese melts so good. The toppings were generous and you had a bite of something meaty in every bite. Last, but not least, the bread. We tried the regular bread rolls but there was nothing regular about them. Absolutely fluffy pillows of goodness that were good by themselves or great with any of our pasta dishes. We also had the garlic bread which was maybe the only pedestrian thing about our meal. I prefer my garlic bread a bit more buttered but held up well to the sauces. Finally, the bruschetta. Crispy toast with the freshest tomatoes and dressing. A must have if you have the room. Don't sleep on this spot. It's worth the visit from literally anywhere.“
“Fresh pasta! Really good Italian food around the area with great flavor. Nice ambience! Got the short rib pasta and the shrimp and crab pasta. Great combo! Only thing is don’t get their tiramisu (it was the most average I have ever tasted…plus the owner said the alcohol is “cooked off” and completely safe to consume if you’re pregnant or if there are kids but you can clearly taste it. Go with another dessert option)“
“Was craving for a good italian sub and found this hidden gem near my work! Located across from the hospital. Parking was easy; street and parking lot behind the restaurant. Inside was filled with Italian goodies. They sold alcohol, cookies, bread, pasta, cheese, etc. Towards the back of the restaurant was tables to sit down and enjoy your sandwich. Came here for the 1st time with my coworker and we tried the Classic 6' sub with 2 sides. I got the macaroni salad and broccoli salad. The sides tasted ok to me but could be better. However, the sandwich was very tasty. I love how much meat and filling it was. I ate it all! We got a piece of tiramisu and that was very very good! The prices are affordable and the portions are huge. Definitely a place to go for lunch or anytime you are carving for a good Italian sandwich! *TIP: call to place your order if you are in a time crunch. We waited for 30 minutes for our food.“
“Found this random food truck driving home … looked like a genuine Italian family making these pizzas . They were very nice ! There were people in line before us and after too so it seems pretty popular!! They made the pizza really quickly - made to order ! We ordered the pesto and the margerita pizza . It was a good portion . Fresh and looked pretty ! The flavors were good - it was a nice simple pizza“
“First time here and I have to say, it’s pretty darn good!!! The antipasto salad was loaded with meat and cheese. The garlic bread is very tasty. I had the Chicken Marsala….. It was very good! Everyone was very pleased with their food. Looking forward to trying the pizza next, it looked delicious!!Parking: They have a small parking lot but we had no trouble finding a spot.Kid-friendliness: What kid doesn’t love spaghetti, pasta and pizza??!! Bring them, they will love it!“
“Super friendly employees. I had a big order for my husbands birthday and it was ready really quickly. We had a XL pepperoni and my family loved how fluffy the crust was and how cheese it was. We also had the potatoes and some wings. Potatoes weren't too crispy nor soggy. They were made perfect for little kids. The wings were crispy and had a lot of sauce so they weren't dry. Highly recommend this place.“
“Great little pizza place with fast lunch service. Pizza was good, price was right, and the store is clean. They accidentally overcharged me by $0.50, which they realized when they gave me my slices, and immediately offered a cash refund. No need since they deserved that as additional tip.“
“We typically always tend to go there for my in-laws birthdays because they are so close together. We love Mediterranean food and this place really has very good food. They offer different sizes and selections of plates which is a great fit for all of us because we can share or we can get something small if we know we aren't going to finish it or get something larger and take it home to eat again later. The food is always fantastic. I've never had any real issues with it. It's one of my favorite places to go. It's always consistently delicious“
“Best pizza since I was a child. Moved out of town but can't help to make a pit stop every time I'm near! They sell pizza by the slice and their sandwiches are just as bomb. Thank you for still existing Scardino's you are a neighborhood staple ✊???“
“My go-to place for Italian subs. ??I announce the motocross races here in Southern California and I always have to have Claro's up in the tower when I'm on the mic. ??I get the spicy Mike large and I have them swap out the ghost pepper jack with manchego cuz I'm digging sheep and goat cheese right now. It's fantastic either way. ??There's plenty of parking at this location and they're not stingy with the portions. The staff is extremely friendly and they have lots of goodies in the market to browse and try. Today I brought home an Italian artisan beer and I have to say it is fantastic. Mastri Birrai Umbri IPA. ?Ask for Kathy, Paloma, or Cecilia (aka Cici). ??“
“Can't say enough great things about Versai Kitchen & Wine Bar! (formerly Fitness Grill) My family has been coming here for 25+ years. We always have amazing service and the food is always absolutely incredible. The owner, Robert, is so kind and welcoming every time. We had such a wonderful experience this evening with our server, Jeff. He was so kind and attentive to our party, and only delivered the best treatment to our table! Thank you to Versai for yet another extraordinary experience!!“
“Just had my engagement dinner here and it was absolutely amazing. Everyone loved the food, and they were beyond satisfied with the customer service because our waiters were so attentive and kind. I thought having a big party would cause an issue but they were on top of everything. Cosmo was very kind and helpful with everything from establishing a menu, to making sure the guests were taken care of. I would definitely recommend this place to everyone.“
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“Tucked away in the back corner of a strip mall in Hacienda Heights. This neighborhood gem Italian deli doesn't occupy a large space, but the space feels really efficient with a full service deli on one side and the other side having a place to order sandwiches/ prepared Italian foods with an area to sit. Like most Italian delis I've been to, this place sells a decent variety of market/ dry goods well. The prices here for the foods/ goods are more than reasonable and the overall place has that old school feel or at least the feel that this place has been here for quite a while. Came here on a rec from a coworker. Not sure if I was super hungry at the time, but I walked in greeted by friendly people and delicious smells coming from their hot dishes/ pastas. I ordered the Italian Grinder Sandwich (6 inch or regular size). Again, not sure if I was just particularly hungry at the time, but this sandwich was so fricken great. It had the classic Italian sub flavor profile and I though the bread they used was fantastic. Nice, soft and chewy with a nice firmness/crunch on the outside. The sandwich was more than enough. I actually was really tempted to buy some of the prepared pasta dishes to go for dinner (lasagna or baked rigatoni). Definitely would love to comeback to try some of my other classic fave sandwiches like chicken or eggplant parm. Or their Tuesday Guido sandwich special or pastrami sandwich. Parking was really easy to find because there is a pretty sizable lot relative to the traffic this place gets during the day.“
“Pizza is some of the best. The Tandoori pizza is a must try. Delicious, spicy and unique. Crust is nice and crunchy. The buffalo chicken pizza is perfect for dipping in blue cheese. And my toddler says the cheese is the best pizza they have tried. Wings were good but not the star of the show. Server was very nice and attentive although she was pretty busy when we first got in. I’m not a local and very glad I stopped in to try this pizza!!!!!Parking: Free parkingKid-friendliness: An arcade and seating not at the bar“
“An extraordinary find! This winery's Sherry selection is unparalleled, and the staff's recommendations added a personal touch to the tasting experience. The ambiance, resembling a private estate, creates a charming atmosphere. The exclusive November Sherry sale adds an element of anticipation to this phenomenal, must-visit winery.“
“First time here. Found this gem off Yelp and it did not disappoint! The owner knows how to serve delicious food! I was craving breakfast and my French toast combo was excellent! My son had the crispy chicken waffle sandwich and it looked great and he said it was really good. My daughter in love had the biscuits and gravy and I tried it as well -so flavorful!!! So do yourselves a favor and pay patronage to this local establishment! For those that remember the movie "Blood in, Blood out" he has a lot of movie memorabilia as decor so that was pretty cool as well!“
“A small family owned Italian restaurant that serves great food. Our waitress was also great, very attentive and friendly. If your in Whittier, this should be one of your go to restaurants. If your in the area, stop on by, you wont be disappointed.“
“I was invited to a lunch with my senior ladies, who make hand made items for hospice patients.I was pleased with our waiter Erick, who single handedly took care of over 30 ladies orders. He was very attentive to our orders & refilled our drinks & bread without asking.I had their meat sauce w pasta, it was almost as good as my own!I plan on coming back with my mother & stepdad soon.“
“RCP FTW! Brian is the most down to earth pizza shop owner you will meet. His crew's creation for different pizzas are limitless. Stay for the pie while you browse around at their artwork on the walls from local artists.Parking: Lots of parking“
“The pizza is amazing. Salads are OK. The wait staff is young... and often more interested in socializing with each other than taking care of customers. On my last visit our waiter forgot a number of things. Including to put our order in with the kitchen. We ended up being there for almost two hours. And no one apologized.“
“Went to Giovanni's to celebrate my wife's birthday. Decided to keep it local and came here for the 1st time. We really enjoyed the food and service here, the lobster ravioli was delicious, the clam linguine was good too! Our server was great and the atmosphere was relaxed and quiet. If your in downtown Covina this place is a gem. Definitely recommend Giovanni's for a nice dinner. Btw the cocktails were ??“
“If you like Italian food, then you've got to stop here.I was going to try some of the pasta. However, they had a grilled chicken panini, which sounded amazing >And it Was !!!There were artichokes, the mozzarella was thick and fresh and the chicken was grilled perfectly with a fresh pesto sauce.I chose a side of shoestring french fries which you can get also garlic Style.And this location offers outside seating for a great atmosphere.“
“Friday night dinner out and we ordered the following: Garlic bread with mozzarella: 4/5 Side Greek salad: 5/5 Side house salad: 4/5 (the house Italian was more olive oil than vinaigrette) Pasta w/creamy pesto: 5/5 Lasagna: 5/5 (though the sauce is a tad bitter, but I like it that way)“
“Love the pizza here so much. The ingredients are always fresh. Dough is nice and well made. I love the veggie selection. Lots to choose from. I go with three types of cheese; mozzarella, ricotta, and feta. Friendly family owned place with a great atmosphere.“
“OMG! I love their lasagna. I have not had a lasagna so good since I don't know when. I don't eat sandwiches but my family did, and the turkey and pastrami looked rather tasty. Bread was fresh and crusty but not crumbly. The service was fast even though it was pretty busy. I will be heading back to hoard up my freezer with their lasagna. And to try their pizza.“
“The best Italian food I have ever had! I really like the mixed seafood Italian style pasta. The Service has gotten much better, and the desserts ?are good to! I highly recommend this restaurant for a nice lunch with the family or a romantic dinner with your ? date. If you go for Valentine's day ? I highly recommend a reservation.“
“Good pizza! This place was recommended to me by a friend. Good neighborhood spot but easily overlooked in the little business center on Lambert. It’s right across the street from the In n Out. Worth a stop for pizza n beerKid-friendliness: Kids love pizza ?“
“The atmosphere and service was at the top. We went to watch my nieces's band play and the setting was family-oriented. Our server was great and attentive.The food was good in dining. We have been here before but just for take out usually via my in-laws.We will definitely be back.“
“***Update *** I saved the leftover slices from my party. Wrapped them in foil individually and put them in a freezer bag. Completely forgot but TODAY I didn't feel like cooking...snooping around the kitchen for something easy to fix aaaannnnnd boom! So happy I was lol. Anywho, I popped them in the airfry for 5 minutes on 350 aaaannddd booooom! Dinner done and it was just a delicious. Gonna go back for another round.“
“We have lived in West Covina for 8 years, every time we would go to Weinerschnitzel we would say let's try this place.. why did we wait so long!!!... we ordered the pesto chicken sandwich, bread tasted so fresh, pesto was delicious!, the margarita pizza was the best pizza I've had in a long time, and the Cobb salad was great! but the best part, we didn't know we could call ahead, so we were in the drive thru line quite a while, the person opened the window and gave each of us a salad and roll while we waited!... it was the avocado chicken salad!... it was delicious! This will be our go to place for Italian to go and the prices were very reasonable! Again why did we wait so long! Don't pass this place up!“
“My family & I used to come here every so often throughout the years when I was a kid. I’ve also been here, here & there as an adult but hadn’t been here in years since I don’t live near the area anymore. Anyway, recently I had their Di Pilla’s Special Pizza & it was still pretty good like it was years ago but a little different than before?. I’ve also had their Fettuccine Alfredo with Chicken & their simple fresh baked bread as well as their Lasagna in the past which were all really good?. This is a family owned restaurant that’s been around for years & passed on generation after generation.“
“Hole in the wall kind of place that's been there for a long time. Solid old school Italian food and menu selection. The meat sauce is very good and the garlic knots are delicious. Reasonably priced for quantity and quality especially in today's economy.“
“My wife and I love this restaurant. The gluten free pasta is her favorite of any place she's been and the servers are so friendly. The gluten free pizza is awesome too. You really can't go wrong with anything on.The atmosphere is so calm and beautiful. Literally nothing I've eaten their has disappointed me.“
“my absolute favorite local pizza place! The pizza here is SO good - not oily at all, super fresh, and huge portions. The wings are also crispy and flavorful. The meatball sub is HUGE and the meat sauce is DIVINEEEE- you can tell everything is made fresh to order here and the owners really care about the quality of what they make and keeping their customers happy. 5/5 we love you marco polo pizza!!!!“
“I have loved this restaurant right after it first opened, with the original owner. Since then it has changed hands and the new owner has kept up its quality remarkably. Great menu and not bad pricing. It’s a cute space in Old Town Monrovia.“
“Came here yesterday for happy hour with friends. Place is a hidden gem... Plenty of seats available, televisions to watch games, mixed music selection. They have a pool table and karaoke room. Plenty of drinks options or bartender was awesome. The asada fries, garlic fries, wings and Brussel sprouts were delicious. Will be back...“
“Nice neighborhood Italian deli and fast casual restaurant. Really missed the original Lascari's on Whittier Blvd so we gave this deli location a try. Was surprised at the pasta and pizza options. The pasta dishes and chicken piccata were all pretty good. The minestrone soup is excellent. Pizza was also delicious. Large selection at the Deli. Great local place for a quick bite with reasonable prices.“
“Food was incredible but it was a considerable wait time to receive our food and checks, the lighting is pretty bad too we thought it was just use but when we kept looking around throughput the night everyone was using their phone flashlights to look at the menu. I grew up in SGV and had never been here but will definitely come back and bring my parents.“
“We were very hungry, ordered delivery. I didn't know they delivered. The pepperoni pizza was good, good taste, good crust. The antipasto salad was good, although not really an antipasto. I ordered the meatballs and thought they were great. They came in a dish with marinara, onions, green peppers. The marinara was very flavorful. I put the garlic bread to good use by thoroughly cleaning the dish to get all the marinara. Less expensive Than ordering from Domino's, and much MUCH better. We've always like this place.“
“Wheelchair accessibility: There is only one wheelchair/Van accessible space, and be aware that the shop is tiny as it is, the turn to get into the store is very tight off the ramp, and the door is relatively narrow, but a wheelchair, my standard wheelchair does fit through the door, and I'm the one pushing.“
“The pizza is good quality ingredients, you can tell by just looking at it and by the taste. I always get meat lovers cuz the meatballs taste like someone actually made them instead of being bought. Aidan was super nice and helpful, we will be “
“It was a very nice time for dinner. I met my family who were coming from Disney. Knowing that my family would be arriving tired from an all day Disney day, they immediately got us a table. Sure enough, as soon as I sat down, they arrived.The staff at this Olive Garden was VERY hospitable and accommodating. Thank you OLIVE GARDEN.“
“Service is very good and fast. In my opinion, Zoupa Tuscana is a perfect soup with breadsticks because they are not too heavy. Breadsticks are hot and tasty. The Seafood Alfredo is very good here. The calamari is decent. Prices are good which includes soup/salad, breadsticks (unlimited) and pasta. I will come back to try different types of pasta and soup.“
“This is the best pizza I've ever ate. The plus part is that it's priced reasonably. They give you alot of toppings and it's cheesy. I just wish they would have one closer to where I live.Kid-friendliness: The ladies that work there are very respectful and kind. They are very hard workers. I hope this gives them a raise. Lol“
“Definitely one of the top 5 pizza's I've ever had! Fresh dough cooked to perfection, with tasty toppings. I had pizza for lunch in the store abs then ordered a meatball sandwich and cheesy pizza bread for dinner. Equally great stuff!“
“2nd time ordering from Papa Pizza Pie for Superbowl Sunday. The place was overwhelmed with orders and drivers waiting for pickup. They handled the situation well with decent communication but did have to wait an extra ~30 mins to receive my pre-order from the night before. Pizza was good, Buffalo wings came dry with no seasoning (not sure if this was an error in the Slice app that I used to order as preferred method from their website) and French fries were flavorless. Our previous experience was fantastic with great tasting food and value as my brother-in-law said it was probably the best vegan pizza he's ever tasted. Hoping this was a one time glitch and we'll give them another try in the future but will likely just stick with the pizza.“
“If you’re going to dine in. You can just walk in and they’ll seat you. If you are going to get it to go, call them ahead of time!! Or else you’d be waiting for 20-30 minutes. They are in a plaza with tokyo central so you can walk around there but it’s a long wait for pizza.We got the minors combo large and I’d recommend it! It has Pepperoni, Italian sausage, black olives, mushroom, and green bell peppers! They give lots of toppings. Theres no empty space on that pizza that isn’t covered. The breading is pretty good. One of the best I’ve had. The large can feed 2 people.Price: it’s higher than most pizza spots but I’d say it’s worth going once.Parking: They have their own spots but they are in a plaza so you’ll have plenty of spots to park at!“
“Was craving some New York pizza with ricotta and found this spot. Unassuming location doesn't do the food justice. The pizza was great! Very reasonably priced. I've got the menu handy on my fridge for the next craving. We preordered using the online service which was quick and easy. Food ready when we got there. Could see going and sitting in just to get a quiet moment away from more crowded spots. They have a great lunch special for under $10.“
“Service was fine , it was just awkward the busses or people from the kitchen just kept staring at my date and I, made use uncomfortable for sure, we were I'm casual attire so I don't know if that was odd to them.also the waitres did offer more breads ticks like more waitresses do,I guess I have to keep asking“