We were greeted by pleasant and friendly staff. The staff is one thing this restaurant consistently has going for them. Each staff member is always pleasant, friendly, smiling. Not necessarily a given these days when you go... well, just about anywhere. Our waitress couldn't have been nicer.
Outside seating was "eh". Don't get me wrong- it's definitely pleasant out back. Their set-up almost makes you forget that you are adjacent to a parking lot. Unfortunately, the bugs make you remember. There were lots of tiny black gnats flying all around us and our food. A few citronella candles back there may improve things in that department. But hey, aren't bugs just part of the charm of dining outside? I have to admit, al fresco dining is one of those things that often sounds great in theory, but may involve a gnat flying up your nose in practice. But I digress...
The small garden salad was just right with a light vinaigrette and the Funghi Portobello Napoleon appetizer was perfect: fresh mozzarella, prosciutto di parma, tomato, basil, olive oil and balsamic reduction. It's presentation was as superb as its taste. I would definitely recommend this if you haven't tried it yet.
Funghi Portobello Napoleon
The small Neapolitan pizza was delicious with a great sauce, yummy cheese and cooked to perfection. Chicken Parmigiano with pasta is a classic Italian dish that almost never disappoints and Calogero's did a fine job with that as well. The Salmone e Basilico was a bit disappointing thanks to a number of small bones and vegetable risotto that was nothing to write home about. Calogero's quickly recovered on the Salmon dish by comping us on dessert so all's well that...
I will definitely be back to Calogero's. Next time I may try the Gamberi Shrimp. In the meantime, I'll continue to have their pizza delivered on the reg. Have you been to Calogero's? What's your favorite dish?
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