This review is not malicious but rather to inform future guests about what they might experience and to help the ownership improve if they so choose to do so. -- Regarding a visit here and one order of chicken parmesan, dine-in: First of all, I am an Italian from the northeast U.S., born of U.S. immigrants from Italy, and who has been immersed in authentic Italian food for 40+ years- including proficient preparation of it all. I also have 20+ years experience working all positions, from dish-washer to general manager and everything in between, within several different types of restaurants. The meal at Joe's was only passable regarding overall quality. The service was average & nothing impressive. The internal atmosphere and energy, other than the tables, chairs, and bar, was less like a restaurant and more like a funeral home + art gallery combination. The value (portion of food vs. price paid) was below average, and be aware that there is an additional charge for using your credit card to pay- which was not verbally disclosed until after the bill was closed already. I generally spend time reviewing only if I have either an excellent experience or a highly disappointing one, and this case it's obvious. Hoping you will reflect, and wishing Joe's well regardless.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Rhiley
Rude owner, overpriced garbage food. Cant wait for it to close down like before to be replaced by real food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Stacy Messier
Extremely disappointed! This was our first time here and I got the Dual Italian. I was thinking I would never be able to eat it all (too much food) but I couldn't eat it because the chicken parm was a half of a frozen chicken patty and tasted nuked. The best part of the meal was the BLAND fettuccine Alfredo after I applied more parm and salt and pepper!
When I questioned our waitress about the chicken she didn't know so I asked the other waitress and she said it's breaded and fried. Not much info...
Service...DONT TALK ABOUT THE CUSTOMERS IN HEARING RANGE...Yes I heard yall talking about me questioning the chicken parm!! You lost out on a 50% tip because of it! (That and terrible service!)
EDIT: Owner replied....with little to no sympathy/care. Don't read the positive reviews...find the ones with 3 or less stars. They are telling the truth. Believe me, nothing is authentic here!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Dathan & Melonie Triplett
The best Italian food in Center!
Jeff Petersen
The owner is a great guy and this place is a gem!
Michael Lasseter
Oh man is their food wonderful. Fresh house made rolls, generous and tasty salads. My wife's lasagna was to die for ! I had the spaghetti and meat balls, which were excellent. The atmosphere made you think you were in Italy. I normally eat at the Mexican restaurant (I love Tex Mex) next to the Rio Theatre before it's evening showing, but now we'll have to flip a coin to see where to go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti and Meatballs
JuliAnn Hagar
I had it delivered to my work, but was delivered the wrong food. Then I went and got what I was supposed to receive and they wanted me to bring the other meal back. I lost work time for this and not to mention gas, because I had to turn around to get what was delivered after being told I could keep it. I was apologized to. I understand people make mistakes, but this was time consuming mistake. The picatta is my favorite and tiramisu is delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Sharon Rivard
Love this place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Cheese Ravioli
Nichole Accardo
We had a large group of 30 and the staff was amazing!!! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was very nice welcoming. We will definitely be back!!
Really comfortable friendly atmosphere with a robust menu that means there is a little bit of everything Italian to pick from. Pricing is very reasonable for the portion size you are served and the food was outstanding! The fresh bread they bring you makes the meal an event! Worth the 40 minute drive to dine there. Gonna now be our favorite place to go on date night before heading to the Rio for a movie.
Wow, great food! Cant express enough. The service and atmosphere is amazing. Looking for a nice place to dine, this is it. I will definitely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Penne Arrabiata, Pink Sauce, Caesar Salad
SolarWorld LLC
The surroundings make you feel like you were in Italy the owner was amazing and the food was authentic. Pricing was fair even hooked us up with a free slice of pie 4.7
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hussain Haider
The owner is very kind and they have the best deserts in town hands downAuthentic italian cuisine ⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Quincy King
I’m actually quite surprised with how many of the reviews that say this place has good food….It doesn’t. Nice waiter! Very kind! But the food… no
Bonnie M
Food and staff were the best... GF Pizza and Pasta. have been here 2 times already. Servings are huge.
This review is not malicious but rather to inform future guests about what they might experience and to help the ownership improve if they so choose to do so. -- Regarding a visit here and one order of chicken parmesan, dine-in: First of all, I am an Italian from the northeast U.S., born of U.S. immigrants from Italy, and who has been immersed in authentic Italian food for 40+ years- including proficient preparation of it all. I also have 20+ years experience working all positions, from dish-washer to general manager and everything in between, within several different types of restaurants. The meal at Joe's was only passable regarding overall quality. The service was average & nothing impressive. The internal atmosphere and energy, other than the tables, chairs, and bar, was less like a restaurant and more like a funeral home + art gallery combination. The value (portion of food vs. price paid) was below average, and be aware that there is an additional charge for using your credit card to pay- which was not verbally disclosed until after the bill was closed already. I generally spend time reviewing only if I have either an excellent experience or a highly disappointing one, and this case it's obvious. Hoping you will reflect, and wishing Joe's well regardless.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 3
Rude owner, overpriced garbage food. Cant wait for it to close down like before to be replaced by real food.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Extremely disappointed! This was our first time here and I got the Dual Italian. I was thinking I would never be able to eat it all (too much food) but I couldn't eat it because the chicken parm was a half of a frozen chicken patty and tasted nuked. The best part of the meal was the BLAND fettuccine Alfredo after I applied more parm and salt and pepper!
When I questioned our waitress about the chicken she didn't know so I asked the other waitress and she said it's breaded and fried. Not much info...
Service...DONT TALK ABOUT THE CUSTOMERS IN HEARING RANGE...Yes I heard yall talking about me questioning the chicken parm!! You lost out on a 50% tip because of it! (That and terrible service!)
EDIT: Owner replied....with little to no sympathy/care. Don't read the positive reviews...find the ones with 3 or less stars. They are telling the truth. Believe me, nothing is authentic here!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
The best Italian food in Center!
The owner is a great guy and this place is a gem!
Oh man is their food wonderful. Fresh house made rolls, generous and tasty salads. My wife's lasagna was to die for ! I had the spaghetti and meat balls, which were excellent. The atmosphere made you think you were in Italy. I normally eat at the Mexican restaurant (I love Tex Mex) next to the Rio Theatre before it's evening showing, but now we'll have to flip a coin to see where to go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spaghetti and Meatballs
I had it delivered to my work, but was delivered the wrong food. Then I went and got what I was supposed to receive and they wanted me to bring the other meal back. I lost work time for this and not to mention gas, because I had to turn around to get what was delivered after being told I could keep it. I was apologized to. I understand people make mistakes, but this was time consuming mistake. The picatta is my favorite and tiramisu is delicious.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Love this place
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Cheese Ravioli
We had a large group of 30 and the staff was amazing!!! The food was delicious and the atmosphere was very nice welcoming. We will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Calamari, Lobster Ravioli, Cajun Seafood
Really comfortable friendly atmosphere with a robust menu that means there is a little bit of everything Italian to pick from. Pricing is very reasonable for the portion size you are served and the food was outstanding! The fresh bread they bring you makes the meal an event! Worth the 40 minute drive to dine there. Gonna now be our favorite place to go on date night before heading to the Rio for a movie.
Restaurantji Recommends
Wow, great food! Cant express enough. The service and atmosphere is amazing. Looking for a nice place to dine, this is it. I will definitely be coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Penne Arrabiata, Pink Sauce, Caesar Salad
The surroundings make you feel like you were in Italy the owner was amazing and the food was authentic. Pricing was fair even hooked us up with a free slice of pie 4.7
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The owner is very kind and they have the best deserts in town hands downAuthentic italian cuisine ⭐️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I’m actually quite surprised with how many of the reviews that say this place has good food….It doesn’t. Nice waiter! Very kind! But the food… no
Food and staff were the best... GF Pizza and Pasta. have been here 2 times already. Servings are huge.
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